Automotive News (Page 874)

Automotive News

This section of Torque News provides the latest auto news and updates from the car manufacturers. Every day number of news stories and editorials are published here that give our readers an overview of what is happening in the automotive industry. Read this section daily to find out about new cars, vehicle reviews and car pictures. Torque News is an automotive news website by Hareyan Publishing, LLC, dedicated to covering the latest news, reviews and opinions about the car industry.

2013 Subaru WRX STI Rally America race car

2013 Subaru WRX STI overcomes extreme adversity to retain lead

By Denis Flierl on August 28, 2013 - 7:34AM

Subaru WRX STI driver David Higgins battled extreme adversity to finish in 2nd place at the Ojibwe Forests Rally to retain the points lead.

Tesla Model S remote access may let hackers mess with car

By David Herron on August 27, 2013 - 5:59PM

A potential security flaw in remote access on the Tesla Model S could let "hackers" do nefarious, if largely harmless, things to the car.

Nissan LEAF highway-ready autonomous test vehicle

Nissan says your car will drive itself sooner than you think

By Aaron Turpen on August 27, 2013 - 4:30PM

Nissan Motor's Autonomous Driving program has hit some big benchmarks and the company says that they will have self-driving cars ready for you to purchase within seven years.

Mazda increasing SKYACTIV engine output dramatically

By Aaron Turpen on August 27, 2013 - 4:09PM

Due to high demand and more models including the full SKYACTIV suite of technologies, Mazda is boosting production of SKYACTIV engines in a big way.

The Audi RS6 Avant Image from the YouTube video.

Audi selling cars with an unlikely advertising approach [video]

By Don Bain on August 27, 2013 - 3:06PM

Audi is taking a different tack when it comes to selling cars with a sports related theme - this time using a boxing-based metaphor, but the guy driving the Audi is not a boxer, he's the referee.

Infiniti releases first official image of the new Q30

By John Goreham on August 27, 2013 - 10:57AM

Infiniti is bringing a near-production version of its new Q30 crossover to an upcoming German Auto Show.

Hennessey HPE650 Dodge Challenger SRT8 is a Camaro ZL1 Killer

By Patrick Rall on August 27, 2013 - 10:51AM

While Mopar lovers eagerly await the arrival of the rumored “Hellcat” Hemi powered Dodge Challenger that is expected to offer somewhere in the area of 640 horsepower - Hennessey Performance has put together a new package for the Dodge Challenger SRT8 that provides enough power for the brawny muscle car to take down the likes of the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1...at least in a straight line.

2014 Toyota Corolla prices will keep that car number 1

By John Goreham on August 27, 2013 - 10:19AM

The 2014 Toyota Corolla may be the brand's most important car. The new prices for the new Corolla will ensure that the many buyers go home happy.

2015 Subaru WRX STI likely to drop five-door body style

By Denis Flierl on August 27, 2013 - 7:59AM

Subaru will drop the five-door hatchback body style from the 2015 Subaru WRX and WRX STI lineup.

How to save up to $5,000 on a new 2014 Mercedes C-Class

By Denis Flierl on August 27, 2013 - 7:00AM

Mercedes is offering a great deal for frequent fliers to save up to $5,000 on a new 2014 C-Class, CL-Class, CLS, E-Class, G-Class, GL, GLK, M-Class, S-Class, SL, SLK, and SLS AMG cars.

Tesla to be called Tuosule in China thanks to trademark squatters

By David Herron on August 26, 2013 - 6:16PM

Because the name Tesla has already been registered as a trademark in China, Tesla Motors may have to operate under a different name in China.

2014 Chevrolet Silverado Becomes the Official Truck of University of Texas

By Patrick Rall on August 26, 2013 - 5:20PM

General Motors (NYSE: GM) announced this morning a new multi-year marketing partnership with the University of Texas to make the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado the official truck of the Longhorns – a move that will provide the school with vehicles while providing the new Silverado with exposure to one of the most critical truck markets in the US.

2014 BMW M4 to Debut in Detroit without a Manual Transmission

By Patrick Rall on August 26, 2013 - 2:24PM

While BMW used the recent Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance to show off the new M4 Concept Coupe, word on the street is that the North American International Auto Show next January will bring us the introduction of the 2014 BMW M4 in production form – and it might not have a manual transmission.

Fisker CEO Tony Posawatz Steps Down

By Patrick Rall on August 26, 2013 - 1:25PM

Unverified reports are claiming that Fisker Automotive CEO Tony Posawatz has stepped down from his position atop the dying automaker – leaving co-founder Bernhard Koehler to captain the ship as they desperately look for “investors” to keep the company afloat.

Ford Motor Company Announces New Boss for the Middle East and Africa

By Patrick Rall on August 26, 2013 - 11:48AM

Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) announced this morning that the company is creating a new managerial position to oversee their operations in the Middle East and Africa - and company veteran Jim Benintende is the man who has been chosen to fill that role.

The best 5 places to spot a Nissan Leaf

By John Goreham on August 26, 2013 - 11:23AM

As summer ends, and the fall begins, it turns out that the best place to watch (Nissan) Leafs is the left coast. Like foliage, the Leafs are in clusters.

General Motors Returns to Advertising Mix for Super Bowl XLVIII

By Patrick Rall on August 26, 2013 - 10:23AM

After sitting out of the big money advertising race for this year’s Super Bowl, General Motors (NYSE: GM) has announced a purchase of advertising time during Super Bowl XLVIII that will be played on February 2nd 2014.

Subaru working on new seven-seat SUV crossover to replace Tribeca

By Denis Flierl on August 26, 2013 - 8:05AM

Subaru is working on a new seven-seat SUV/crossover to replace the Tribeca that could arrive within three years.

3 reasons why the 2015 Mercedes GLA will fly out of showrooms

By Denis Flierl on August 26, 2013 - 6:35AM

The all-new 2015 GLA-Class from Mercedes-Benz will make its global premiere in Frankfurt in September and is available online now. How will it compete with the BMW X1, Audi Q3 and the Range Rover Evoque?

NYC's Taxi of Tomorrow enters production in Mexico

By Aaron Turpen on August 25, 2013 - 11:56PM

The winner of New York City's "Taxi of Tomorrow" competition has now begun production at Nissan's commercial vehicle plant in Mexico.

Paul Scott, founding member Plug-in America

Paul Scott predicts electric car tipping point in 2017 at EV Summit 2013

By David Herron on August 25, 2013 - 8:48PM

Speaking before a crowd of electric car owners gathering in Silicon Valley, long-time EV activist turned Nissan Leaf salesman Paul Scott talked about the big strides being made in electric vehicle adoption, and the coming tipping point.

Nissan ZEOD RC gets gamer nerd as official test driver

By Aaron Turpen on August 25, 2013 - 4:24PM

Nissan's first "gamer-to-racer", Lucas Ordonez, has been made the official test driver for the ZEOD RC electric Formula One car program. Ordonez was the 2008 winner of the first ever Nissan PlayStation GT Academy competition.

1955 Mercedes-Benz 300SL and 2014 SLS AMG Black Series Coupe

Mercedes-Benz at its finest past and present 300SL and SLS

By Denis Flierl on August 25, 2013 - 7:09AM

The 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300SL and 2014 SLS AMG Black Series Coupe are two of the finest cars on the planet and are together at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance.

2014 Mercedes-Benz A 45 AMG, CLA 45 AMG, the C 63 AMG Coupe Black Series, the SL 65 AMG, and the SLS AMG Coupe Black Series

Mercedes uses CLA 45 AMG to appeal to young buyers with PlayStation

By Denis Flierl on August 24, 2013 - 8:37AM

Mercedes-Benz will introduce the 2014 A 45 AMG, 2014 CLA 45 AMG, C 63 AMG Coupe Black Series, the SL 65 AMG, and the SLS AMG Coupe Black Series to a younger generation of buyers through PlayStation.

Mopar delivers baby items to families in need

By Aaron Turpen on August 24, 2013 - 12:23AM

Mopar employees arrived at a local donation and distribution center for the needy in Southeastern Michigan with trucks filled with baby items and a donation check.

2014 Subaru BRZ gets small price increase and new smartphone

By Denis Flierl on August 23, 2013 - 10:55PM

The 2014 Subaru BRZ pricing has been announced and the sport coupe gets a small price increase and a few equipment changes.

Brenspeed Boss 302 Mustang Package Packs 715 Supercharged Horsepower

By Patrick Rall on August 23, 2013 - 10:17PM

While the Ford Mustang GT and the Shelby GT500 both have a seemingly endless lineup of companies offering packages with big power gains, the awesome Boss 302 Mustang has gone relatively unmentioned - with the exception of the incredible Brenspeed Boss 302 package that brings the output of this race-ready pony car up to 715 horsepower.

Tesla assembly facility in Tilburg Netherlands

Tesla opens European assembly facility, delivers Model S's to Dutch customers

By David Herron on August 23, 2013 - 8:36PM

Tesla Motors is now delivering the Model S in Europe, and has set up the promised assembly and distribution center in the Netherlands.

Watch the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Make a Dyno Run

By Patrick Rall on August 23, 2013 - 7:06PM

The folks from Edmunds recently took the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray to a dynamometer to see just how much power the new C7 puts to the ground and the results are impressive – with an average of 411 horsepower and 407lb-ft of torque across four runs on the dyno.

2014 Mercedes E63 AMG Wagon best driver's car on the planet?

By Denis Flierl on August 23, 2013 - 2:30PM

Two Mercedes automobiles made Motor Trends “Best Driver's Car” list, the 2014 SLS AMG Black Series and a surprise 2014 E63 AMG S-Model Wagon.

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