Automotive News (Page 880)

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.

My Name is Earl’s 1973 Chevrolet El Camino up for auction

By Anthony Faccenda on July 25, 2013 - 5:12PM

The memorable 1973 Chevrolet El Camino featured in the hit series My Name is Earl will be up for grabs this Saturday thanks to Mecum Auctions.

2014 Ram 1500 Hemi with 8-Speed Trans is the Most Efficient V8 Truck in America

By Patrick Rall on July 25, 2013 - 4:09PM

The official fuel economy figures for the 2014 Ram 1500 have hit the internet and thanks to the new 8-speed automatic transmission, the half ton Ram pickup has the most efficient V6 and V8 options in the modern truck segment – while also posting very similar fuel economy figures and more power than Ford’s EcoBoost V6.

Nissan and Dolly Parton a perfect match in Mississippi

By Aaron Turpen on July 25, 2013 - 3:27PM

Dolly Parton likes teaching kids to read. Nissan likes helping the communities around them. The United Way enjoys matchmaking. So when Dolly needed a sponsor for her preschool reading program in Mississippi, the UW found her the perfect mate in Nissan.

2014 North American Car and Truck of the Year Nominees Announced

By Patrick Rall on July 25, 2013 - 3:14PM

The jurors of the North American Car and Truck/Utility of the Year award have announced their long list with 28 cars looking to win the 2014 Car of the Year award while 19 trucks and SUVs will battle for the Truck of the Year title.

Central Maine Power offers grants for electric vehicles to study usage and smart grid

By David Herron on July 25, 2013 - 2:56PM

A grant program offered by Central Maine Power is targeting organizations who will make big use of an electric vehicle, and report usage and smart grid information back to the utility.

Acura NSX on display lapping Mid-Ohio course

By John Goreham on July 25, 2013 - 2:53PM

Acura's new supercar was on display by Acura today ahead of a Honda race series event. One more reminder to the world that the car is real, and will be here very soon.

The 2014 Mazda3 Priced - $17,740 for the Sedan, $19,740 for the Hatchback

By Patrick Rall on July 25, 2013 - 12:13PM

The initial pricing for the 2014 Mazda3 has been announced and owning one of the newest and most efficient compacts in the US market won’t come cheap as the 4-door sedan version starts at $17,740 while the 5-door Mazda3 hatchback starts at $19,740 (prices include a destination fee of $795).

MINI shows fans its Vision prototype for future models

By John Goreham on July 25, 2013 - 11:55AM

The new MINI design is released as a series of photos taken from a 3D hologram MINI is using in its development process. Many good changes, some controversial design elements remain.

American cars coming back as Consumer Reports win shows

By John Goreham on July 25, 2013 - 11:21AM

Not in 2 decades has a car called "American" been at the top of Consumer Reports list, but the 2014 Chevrolet Impala has just done what was once thought impossible.

Mitsubishi Evolution X gets ready for New England Forest Rally [video]

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

The Mitsubishi Evolution X driven by Indonesian Rally Champion Rifat Sungkar is preparing for this weekends New England Forest Rally.

Fuel-sipping 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage making a return to U.S.

By Denis Flierl on July 25, 2013 - 6:03AM

The fuel-efficient compact 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage 5-door sedan is making a return to the U.S. Will it have enough power for U.S. buyers?

Ben & Lindsay Sattler before their new 2013 C-MAX Energi. Image courtesy Ford

How Ford is greening US one household at a time

By Don Bain on July 24, 2013 - 6:11PM

Ford not only builds some of the most efficient automobiles on the planet, but is also demonstrating how the average household can lower emissions and conserve energy by greening the homes of winners in the MyEnergi Lifestyle Retrofit National Contest.

Range Rover the top vehicle in new APPEAL study

By John Goreham on July 24, 2013 - 3:25PM

According to both J.D Power and J. Cole more people want to ride around town in the big ole Range than any other vehicle.

The quad exhaust tips of the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette

Check Out the 3-Mode Exhaust of the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette

By Patrick Rall on July 24, 2013 - 1:47PM

When the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray hits dealerships later this year, it will feature an optional exhaust system that will offer three distinct sounds and thanks to a YouTube user who captured some video of the C7 Corvette fitted with this new exhaust setup – we have our first chance to hear it in action.

Sony developing ‘Gran Turismo’ movie with ‘Fifty Shades’ producing team

By Anthony Faccenda on July 24, 2013 - 1:35PM

Sony is looking to bring the popular Gran Turismo video game series to the big screen with the help of an Oscar nominated producing team.

Summer camp for Ferrari kids is a little different than the one you might remember

By John Goreham on July 24, 2013 - 1:34PM

Campers in Marenello Italy get to do all the fun stuff you might expect, but they also get to meet some amazing people.

Study finds more than a quarter of teens text on each trip they make

By John Goreham on July 24, 2013 - 9:54AM

The same study finds their parents use mobile devices significantly more. Are prevention efforts focusing on the wrong groups?

2014 Ford Fiesta beats Porsche, Audi and Range Rover

By Denis Flierl on July 24, 2013 - 6:44AM

The 2014 Ford Fiesta is the most popular car in the world with women and beats Porsche Boxer S, Audi Allroad and new Range Rover as “Women’s World Car of the Year.”

Renault-Nissan Alliance sells its 100,000th electric car

By David Herron on July 23, 2013 - 11:07PM

That electric cars are starting to become normal in society is underscored by the Renault-Nissan alliance reaching the milestone of 100,000 total sales of electric cars since late 2010.

Ford's Career Hub image. Coutesy of Ford

Ford launches largest hiring initiative since Y2K

By Don Bain on July 23, 2013 - 6:22PM

Ford has added 800 new salaried positions to its efforts to hire 2,200 salaried professionals to its workforce, bringing the total to 3,000 – the largest hiring push since 2000.

Mercedes-Benz teases golfers with the coolest golf cart concept imaginable

By Anthony Faccenda on July 23, 2013 - 6:05PM

In conjunction with this year’s British Open Championship, Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the Vision Golf Cart.

Nissan helping organize autonomous vehicle meet up sessions

By John Goreham on July 23, 2013 - 4:23PM

Nissan's Driving Innovation discussion groups have a meet up like structure and will also be available in podcast form. The goal is to be part of the growing autonomous vehicle world.

2014 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is track proven and ready

By Denis Flierl on July 23, 2013 - 6:55AM

2014 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is a high-performance sports sedan that is ready to take to the track and gets new upgrades.

Sexist TrueCar.com suggests that women can’t buy a car without a man’s help [Video]

By Anthony Faccenda on July 22, 2013 - 9:12PM

TrueCar.com’s latest commercial posits that women are too meek to walk into a car dealership without feeling intimidated.

Chrysler's electrification chief says there are more electric cars in their future

By David Herron on July 22, 2013 - 8:05PM

Chrysler's newly hired Director for Electrified Propulsion says more electrified vehicles are in Chrysler's future, and that the Fiat 500e is just the start.

Mitsubishi recalls Outlander Sport over dangerous suspension system issue

By Anthony Faccenda on July 22, 2013 - 6:18PM

Mitsubishi Motors North America is recalling certain 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUVs due to a suspension problem, which may increase the risk of a crash.

A rendering of the 2013 Fiat 500e. Image courtesy of Newspress.

New Fiat 500e named Top Electric Vehicle by Northwest Auto Press

By Don Bain on July 22, 2013 - 5:39PM

The 2013 Fiat 500e has taken the honor of being named Top Electric Vehicle by the Northwest Auto Press Association (NWAPA) during the group’s first competition between electric vehicles labeled the Drive Revolution.

Ford reporting on greenhouse gas emissions from factories in India

By David Herron on July 22, 2013 - 5:35PM

As part of a company-wide strategy to clean up their operations, Ford Motors is beginning to report greenhouse gas emissions at their facilities in India, following an existing program of reporting in several other countries.

Heikkinen Holds Off Ken Block - Wins 3rd Straight Global RallyCross Race

By Patrick Rall on July 22, 2013 - 12:45PM

The Global RallyCross racers took to Bristol Motor Speedway this past weekend and Toomas “Topi” Heikkinen did what no GRC driver has ever done – winning his 3rd consecutive race in dominating fashion while also taking a massive lead in the run for the 2013 Global RallyCross Championship.

Official BMW i3 EV Pricing Starts Higher than Previous Expected

By Patrick Rall on July 22, 2013 - 10:41AM

BMW has announced the first bit of official pricing information for the upcoming all electric BMW i3 and with a base price not including destination of $41,350 – the i3 costs a bit more than some reports circulating the internet two weeks ago.

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