Automotive News (Page 888)

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.

What it's like to drive Subaru Forester on Chapman’s Peak in Africa

By Denis Flierl on June 13, 2013 - 8:07AM

The new 2014 Subaru Forester XT takes on the challenging Chapman’s Peak in South Africa in the third stage of Forester Live. How would the new-generation crossover perform on a family vacation trip this summer?

Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 Touring with matching numbers to be auctioned

By Aaron Turpen on June 13, 2013 - 2:14AM

On the Porsche 911's fiftieth anniversary, a very rare racing 911 Carrera that was never seriously wrecked will auction. This could be the most expensive Porsche 911 auction ever.

Google's Lexus RX 450h Self Driving Car. Wikimedia Creative Commons 2.0

When cars drive themselves, what will we call them?

By Don Bain on June 13, 2013 - 1:23AM

As everyone except Google seems to understand, perhaps we should take the time to fully develop driver assistance systems before we develop totally self-governing, self-driving cars – no one even knows what to call them.

Limited Edition Mopar 13 Dodge Dart priced under $27k

By Patrick Rall on June 12, 2013 - 5:09PM

It was announced earlier this year that 500 examples of the Dodge Dart would be transformed into the Mopar 13 with a bevy of factory-featured modifications added from top to bottom and today, Mopar announced that the limited edition Dart-turned-Mopar 13 would carry a price of $26,480 (including a destination fee of $995).

New York City's Taxi of Tomorrow ready to roll

By John Goreham on June 12, 2013 - 3:37PM

After a long development program the new Taxi of Tomorrow is ready to hit the streets. A look at what the customers, cabbies, and the city officials think of it.

The body of the Continental GT3. Image courtesy of Newspress

After 10 long years, Bentley readies its return to racing

By Don Bain on June 12, 2013 - 3:09PM

Bentley’s racing history goes back 90 years before its last win and last run in 2003, but whether the promise of today can outdistance the performance of the past remains to be seen.

Justin Bieber buys gaudy leopard print Audi R8 [video]

By Anthony Faccenda on June 12, 2013 - 2:40PM

If you thought Bieber’s chrome-wrapped Fisker Karma was in poor taste, wait until you see his latest ride: a leopard print Audi R8.

Aston Martin recalls 5 models over throttle pedal problem

By Anthony Faccenda on June 12, 2013 - 12:53PM

Aston Martin is recalling certain DB9, Virage, V8 Vantage, V12 Vantage and Rapide because the throttle pedal arm may break.

The new Forza Motorsport 5 trailer debuts at E3 with more cars, amazing gameplay (2 Videos)

By Patrick Rall on June 12, 2013 - 11:16AM

One of the most anticipated games coming to the new Xbox One console is Forza Motorsport 5 and with the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) in Los Angeles comes the newest and most exciting trailer video thus far – giving us a look at a few more of the vehicles and the incredible gameplay of the upcoming simulation racer.

Which costs less per mile, Nissan Leaf or Toyota Prius

By John Goreham on June 12, 2013 - 10:48AM

We compare the Leaf and the Toyota in costs per mile for fuel and power and find an interesting result. Also, will the price of gas or electricity be more stable over the next ten years?

2014 Alfa Romeo 4C: 3 secret facts you didn’t know

By Denis Flierl on June 12, 2013 - 8:03AM

Alfa Romeo reveals the tech secrets of the new 2014 4C which represents the sport DNA of the compact supercar. What did Alfa Romeo do to ensure the supercar would be sporty and fast?

The 2014 Chevrolet Spark EV. Image coutesy of GM Media

BMW and Chevrolet prototypes prove value of DC Fast Charging

By Don Bain on June 11, 2013 - 10:00PM

Prototypes of the of the BMW i3 and the Chevrolet Spark EV have proven the viability of the Society of Automotive Engineers industry standard for DC Fast Charging stations.

The unique 2013 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Cobra Tribute Car

Next generation Ford Mustang GT500 may drop the supercharger and the Shelby name

By Patrick Rall on June 11, 2013 - 3:10PM

Even though Ford Motor Company hasn’t offered any official information, it is all but official that the next generation Ford Mustang will debut sometime next year and when the highest performance package arrives shortly after – it may be without the Shelby name or the supercharger that currently helps the 2013 GT500 churn out 662 horsepower.

GM announces new $4,000 rebate on the Chevy Volt - even more discounts available

By Patrick Rall on June 11, 2013 - 1:41PM

General Motors has quietly increased the “cash” discount of the 2013 Chevrolet Volt to $4,000 along with special discounts for different financing options and a new $1,000 “conquest” discount – with the result being a base price for many customers that is effectively $5,000 lower than the stated MSRP of the popular extended range electric vehicle.

$3 billion Saab lawsuit against GM thrown out by judge

By Patrick Rall on June 11, 2013 - 12:57PM

The $3 billion lawsuit filed by former Saab parent company Spyker against General Motors has been thrown out by a US district judge who ruled that GM had the right to prevent the sale of Saab to Chinese investors – perhaps finally ending the long, painful era of Spyker-owned Saab.

Dept. of Energy says driving electric is like paying $1.14 per gallon

By David Herron on June 11, 2013 - 9:32AM

Electricity is a more efficient fuel than gasoline, and lowers the effective cost per gallon of driving a car.

Audi launches sporty A3 and hot S3 Sedan this summer

By Denis Flierl on June 11, 2013 - 8:15AM

The all-new sporty 2014 Audi A3 and hot S3 Sedan will launch in Europe late this summer and will compete in the highly competitive sport sedan market. Can it compete with Mercedes and BMW?

Chrysler recalls Dodge Dart because engines may stall

By Anthony Faccenda on June 10, 2013 - 11:21PM

Chrysler is recalling almost 15,000 Dodge Darts because certain vehicles may experience stalling in cold weather conditions.

The 2014 Jeep Cherokee pricing announced - less than the old Liberty

By Patrick Rall on June 10, 2013 - 6:33PM

The Chrysler Group announced pricing for the 2014 Jeep Cherokee and in a surprising turn of events – the funky new Cherokee carries an entry price that is actually lower than the price of the Jeep Liberty which it effectively replaces with a base price of just $22,995 plus destination.

NHTSA investigates 320k Honda Odysseys over airbag deployment flaw

By Anthony Faccenda on June 10, 2013 - 5:47PM

The federal government has opened a preliminary investigation into 2003-2004 Honda Odyssey minivans due to a frontal airbag problem.

Audi has a 2014 diesel for you

By John Goreham on June 10, 2013 - 2:51PM

Audi expands its diesel option to the A6, A7, and Q5. Great news for those who like to use viscous fuels, but these beg comparison to Audi's own gasoline vehicles and the Tesla Model S and Model X.

Hyundai CEO Krafcik confirms electric vehicle for US - sort of

By Patrick Rall on June 10, 2013 - 1:32PM

While Hyundai has long made their intention known to avoid following the industry trend of calling on electric vehicles, CEO John Krafcik recently posted a comment on Twitter confirming that the Korean automaker will eventually market a full electric vehicle here in the US – although we don’t know when or what that vehicle might be.

Unique Ford Mustang to be featured in Need for Speed movie

By Patrick Rall on June 10, 2013 - 10:13AM

Ford Motor Company and DreamWorks Studios announced this morning that the Ford Mustang will be the featured “hero car” in the upcoming Need for Speed movie – a fast paced action flick based on the fabled Need for Speed video game series.

2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe and 2013 Veloster

Hyundai tops in owner satisfaction with 2013 Genesis and Veloster

By Denis Flierl on June 10, 2013 - 8:10AM

The new 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe and 2013 Veloster shows that Hyundai has “come a long way baby.” What do they tell us about the Korean brand?

The endangered Chevy Cavalier. Public domain image from Wikimedia.

5 highly endangered vehicles

By Don Bain on June 10, 2013 - 3:11AM

They rarely look to for the truth about anything, but Rob Sass may have nailed it with a list of five vehicles it will be extraordinary to see on the streets even five years from now.

2014 Toyota Corolla with new Corolla LE ECO and Corolla S

Three surprising facts about the new 2014 Toyota Corolla [video]

By Denis Flierl on June 9, 2013 - 6:14PM

The all-new 2014 Toyota Corolla has just been unveiled and there are three facts about the new compact car that are a bit surprising. What is all the Corolla hype about?

The Jaguar Virtual Reality Simulation. Image courtesy of Newspress

Jaguar Land Rover joins $15 million investment in virtual reality

By Don Bain on June 9, 2013 - 5:16PM

Jaguar has just announced the $15.5 million dollar investment agreement with the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) and four top UK universities in a five-year funding of new research projects.

2013 Camaro ZL1 celebrates National Doughnut Day with extreme recipe [video]

By Denis Flierl on June 8, 2013 - 12:31PM

In celebration of National Donut Day 2013, the Chevrolet Camaro team driving a 2013 Camaro ZL1 made some donuts using an extreme recipe.

Transformers 4 adds a Lamborghini Aventador to its already extraordinary cast

By Anthony Faccenda on June 8, 2013 - 12:31PM

Just when you thought Transformers 4’s vehicular cast couldn’t get any better, director Michael Bay has added a Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4 Coupe.

2014 Volkswagen Golf GTD hot hatch diesel headed to U.S.

By Denis Flierl on June 8, 2013 - 8:59AM

The new 2014 Volkswagen Golf GTD is a fuel-sipping diesel that has been forbidden fruit here in the U.S. until now. When will it arrive?

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