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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.

New Mercedes AMG GT to take on vaunted Porsche 911

By Denis Flierl on October 2, 2013 - 6:52AM

Mercedes-Benz is rumored to have a new SLS AMG GT successor called the AMG GT that’s in the works that will compete against the Porsche 911.

North American Car and Truck of the Year Short List Announced

By Patrick Rall on October 1, 2013 - 9:06PM

The jurors for the North American Car and Truck of the Year award have announced their short lists for each category - with 12 cars and 12 trucks or sport utility vehicles battling for the prestigious awards that will be announced at the 2014 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

Lexus cannot build enough 2014 IS 250 F Sport and IS 350 S Sport models

By John Goreham on October 1, 2013 - 5:47PM

Lexus kept pace with overall industry growth in September, but the new IS 250 and IS 350 have exploded in sales.

Toyota posts impressive sales for September and new vehicles are just hitting dealer lots

By John Goreham on October 1, 2013 - 5:19PM

Toyota's sales matched the industry average for growth in September. The real news is that the new Corolla, Tundra, and Highlander are just starting to play a role.

Nissan and Infiniti sales drop in September, though key models saw big jumps

By Aaron Turpen on October 1, 2013 - 4:09PM

Despite dramatically rising sales for many models, overall sales for September 2013 were down year-on-year at Nissan-Infiniti. Nissan's Fred Diaz explains why.

Ford Getting Into Endurance Racing with EcoBoost Power

By Patrick Rall on October 1, 2013 - 3:34PM

Ford Racing announced this morning that the Motor Company is getting back into endurance racing with their tried and true EcoBoost V6 – with a planned debut of the EcoBoost’d Daytona Prototype race car at January’s Rolex 24 at Daytona International Speedway.

Watch the First Privately Owned 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Attack the Quarter Mile

By Patrick Rall on October 1, 2013 - 2:41PM

We have gotten to watch the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe in action on the quarter mile via the few publications that have taken the C7 to the track but today we get to watch the first drag strip video of the 2014 Corvette in the hands of the owner.

The auto industry is America's largest employer

As our government shuts down, our auto industry heats up the economy

By John Goreham on October 1, 2013 - 11:04AM

It can be argued that the Auto Industry is fueling America’s economic recovery, not benefitting from it. Toyota CEO Jim Lentz thinks so and made his case at a recent auto show. In a great contrast to the shut down of the government, a quick review of the auto industry's contribution to the economy is refreshingly positive.

2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class and A-Class

2014 Mercedes CLA-Class is world's most highly connected car

By Denis Flierl on October 1, 2013 - 9:09AM

Mercedes-Benz 2014 CLA-Class and A-Class cars are nominated for the "Connected Car" award by Auto Bild and Computer Bild. Vote now and win a new A-Class.

How 2014 Subaru Forester enriches lives with its new design

By Denis Flierl on October 1, 2013 - 7:43AM

The all-new 2014 Subaru Forester wins the "Good Design Award 2013" from the Japan Industrial Design Promotion (JDP).

Toyota Chairman calls for a third of cars to be hybrids by 2016

By John Goreham on September 30, 2013 - 8:17PM

Toyota's Chairman and father of the Prius calls that car Toyota's most important for the future an calls on automakers to make 5 million cars hybrids for the US market by the end of 2016.

Nissan is a Best Global Brand for 2013, up 8 points over last year

By Aaron Turpen on September 30, 2013 - 6:22PM

When every brand in the world is considered, be it cigars, beverages, household items, or automobiles, a list of the best of the best is made. Interbrand does this annually and has increased Nissan's ranking by 8 positions this year over last. Should it be higher?

Ford Has Built a Half Million F-Series Trucks with the 6.7L Powerstroke V8

By Patrick Rall on September 30, 2013 - 5:21PM

Ford Motor Company has announced that the 500,000th 6.7L Powerstroke V8 turbo diesel has been installed into a Ford F Series Super Duty pickup – a remarkable milestone for Ford as they continue to be the only company selling a heavy duty diesel truck in the US that relies on a drivetrain that is designed and built in-house.

Build Your Own 2014 Cadillac CTS Online Now

By Patrick Rall on September 30, 2013 - 3:43PM

The configuration page for the 2014 Cadillac CTS Sport Sedan has gone live so those prospective midsized American luxury sedan buyers who are looking to score the newest Caddy can price out their ideal sport sedan - with a price beginning at $46,025 and shooting up towards the $70k mark when the 2014 CTS is all optioned up.

2014 Mitsubishi Mirage will arrive soon full of surprises

By Denis Flierl on September 30, 2013 - 12:56PM

The all-new 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage is coming to the U.S. and will be loaded with standard features and a few surprises.

Nissan is keeping current-generation Rogue despite redesign for 2014

By Aaron Turpen on September 30, 2013 - 12:08PM

In a very unusual move, Nissan will keep the current-generation Rogue in showrooms next year as the Rogue Select while the new 2014 Nissan Rogue will go on sale this November. Both generations will be side-by-side on the showroom floor.

Chrysler Trademarks Scat Pack Name, May Bring Back the Dodge Performance Program

By Patrick Rall on September 30, 2013 - 11:38AM

The Chrysler Group has re-registered the trademark for the Scat Pack name – leading to a rampant rumor that the Dodge brand could bring back the Scat Pack program for their performance models with features that range from a monthly newsletter to specially designed go-fast component packages.

Toyota, Lexus, Scion top green car list

By John Goreham on September 30, 2013 - 10:45AM

In its new Green Car Guide, the Southern California Auto Club found the RAV 4 EV to be the top ranked green car, and other Lexus, Toyota, and Scion vehicles fill the top spots.

2014 Toyota Corolla helps US workers with in-sourced jobs

By John Goreham on September 30, 2013 - 9:33AM

The media loves to slam "big companies" for out-sourcing American jobs. However, when the jobs are being in-sourced, like these from Toyota, not much is made of it.

2014 Subaru Forester, XV, and BRZ to compete with Europe's finest cars

By Denis Flierl on September 30, 2013 - 9:10AM

The 2014 Subaru Forester, XV Crosstrek and BRZ are coming to Newcastle motorists in the Tyne & Wear area of Northumberland.

2015 Mercedes S-Class Convertible coming with innovative headlights

By Denis Flierl on September 30, 2013 - 8:10AM

A new 2015 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Convertible based on the S-Class Coupe is coming and it will have the most innovative headlights in the world.

Mercedes A 45 AMG vs skateboarder: Who wins? [video]

By Denis Flierl on September 29, 2013 - 8:15AM

Mercedes-Benz takes their new 2014 A 45 AMG performance compact and takes on a skateboarder in a majestic setting in South Africa.

2014 Mercedes A 45 AMG, CLA 45 AMG, C63 AMG Coupe Black Series, SL 65 AMG, and the SLS AMG Coupe Black Series

Choice selection of AMG vehicles coming to PlayStation 4

By Denis Flierl on September 29, 2013 - 8:12AM

DriveClub will feature the new 2014 Mercedes A 45 AMG, CLA 45 AMG, C63 AMG Coupe Black Series, SL 65 AMG, and the SLS AMG Coupe Black Series to gamers through PlayStation 4.

Subaru EyeSight excels in crash avoidance technology where others fail [video]

By Denis Flierl on September 29, 2013 - 8:06AM

The 2013-2014 Subaru Legacy sedan and 2013-2014 Outback crossover scored the highest in a new IIHS safety rating and they use a safety system called EyeSight that is better than all the competition.

This luxury Mercedes vehicle is the safest car sold globally

By Denis Flierl on September 28, 2013 - 10:54AM

The 2013-2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has just received a "Superior" rating from IIHS for its high level of safety in front crash protection.

This new technology makes these 7 cars the safest on the road today

By Denis Flierl on September 28, 2013 - 8:52AM

The 2013-2014 Subaru Outback, Legacy sedan, 2013-2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Cadillac ATS and Volvo S60 are among seven new cars with technology that makes them the safest on the road.

National Plug-In Day Nissan LEAF car from Tynan's dealership in Denver Colorado

Nissan is celebrating LEAF sales milestone on National Plug-In Day

By Aaron Turpen on September 28, 2013 - 2:26AM

Since the launch of the Nissan LEAF in December of 2010, tens of thousands of buyers in the United States have purchased one of these all-electric cars. As part of its sponsorship of National Plug-In Day this weekend, Nissan is celebrating a new milestone in sales figures for the flagship EV.

A Day in the Life of an EV Fast Charger video talks to EV owners about their rides

By Aaron Turpen on September 28, 2013 - 2:08AM

Watch a day in the life of an electric vehicle charging station in a special National Plug-In Day video release from Nissan showcasing LEAF owners who utilize a DC fast charger and talk about daily life with their electric cars.

Nissan announces pricing for 2014 Murano

By Aaron Turpen on September 28, 2013 - 1:56AM

The 2014 Nissan Murano is now on sale in dealerships nationwide and its price, like most other Nissan models, remains unchanged from 2013. Prices for the premium SUV begin at $28,440.

The Chevrolet Corvette Stingray May Soon Get a Dual Clutch Transmission

By Patrick Rall on September 27, 2013 - 6:02PM

There have long been rumors that the new C7 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray would soon be getting an 8-speed automatic to replace the current 6-speed gearbox but a new GM Trademark filing hints that perhaps the new Vette will be getting a dual clutch automatic in the near future – adding one more piece of supercar technology to the most powerful Corvette ever.

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