Automotive News (Page 891)

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 Life Ball MINI designed by Roberto Cavalli

Roberto Cavalli designed MINI brings big bucks for AIDS Life

By Aaron Turpen on May 28, 2013 - 11:22PM

The unique, iridescent MINI was showcased this weekend and auctioned off for a princely sum, with all proceeds going to benefit AIDS research.

Henrik Fisker teams up with Chinese billionaire to buy Fisker Automotive

By Patrick Rall on May 28, 2013 - 6:15PM

Fisker Automotive founder Henrik Fisker has joined forces with Hong Kong billionaire Richard Li in an attempt to buy the struggling extended range electric vehicle company by means of purchasing the massive chunk of debt owed to the United States Treasury via the $192 Department of Energy loan.

2014 SRT Viper production to start in July with new colors, big numbers

By Patrick Rall on May 28, 2013 - 5:39PM

According to the Mopar gurus at Allpar, the production run of the 2014 SRT Viper will begin in July 2013 with bigger numbers than originally planned and a variety of new colors (and deleted colors).

Need for Speed Rivals trailer screen shot

Need for Speed Rivals bringing Ferrari to Xbox 360, Xbox One and Playstation 3 & 4 (trailer video)

By Patrick Rall on May 28, 2013 - 4:55PM

The newest installation of the fabled Need for Speed racing series will arrive for Xbox One and Playstation 4 later this year – with a basic cops-versus-racers format similar to what we loved about Need for Speed Most Wanted but with a new online game design like nothing we have experienced before.

Each Ford Fusion uses 5 yards of recycled fabric. Image courtesy of Ford

How Ford is helping to bring sustainable auto fabrics to the globe

By Don Bain on May 28, 2013 - 4:04PM

Ford began using recycled yarns to make fabric for seat coverings for one specific vehicle line in 2008 – today 41 different recycled auto fabrics are used in 15 different vehicle programs around the world.

2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray engine's shocking surprise

By John Goreham on May 28, 2013 - 2:30PM

The new Corvette is packing more power than was previously reported. Official tests are in and as the story explains, the results are simply amazing.

A map showing the area where the Morning Spruce lost power

First shipment of 2014 Hyundai Equus sedans stranded at sea for days

By Patrick Rall on May 28, 2013 - 12:23PM

The lightly refreshed 2014 Hyundai Equus super sedan is expected to reach US shores soon but an engine problem with the freight ship carrying the first batch has left the high end luxury sedans stuck at sea while the crew scrambles to fix the problem – with this drama at sea extending into its second week.

A new test may save you from a vehicle rollover injury

By John Goreham on May 28, 2013 - 11:39AM

IIHS tests vehicles for their ability to protect you in a rollover. The way it works is not what you might think. If you want to make an omelet you have to break some eggs best describes the process.

Ford uses a technology movie fans love to make a better F-150 truck

By John Goreham on May 28, 2013 - 7:58AM

Using a new technology on one of its oldest models in a unique way makes Ford trucks smoother on the road.

Alfa Romeo Disco Volante by Touring is most attractive car in the world [video]

By Denis Flierl on May 28, 2013 - 7:41AM

The audience at the Concours d'Elegance Villa d'Este saw visions of 1952 and has awarded the new Alfa Romeo Disco Volante by Touring the most attractive car award.

Europeans using QR codes to access electric car charging with new German joint venture

By David Herron on May 28, 2013 - 5:41AM

Accessing any electric car charging station in Europe could be as easy as scanning a QR code tag, with a new joint venture formed by German manufacturers, Hubject GmbH.

Government investigates 400,000 Ford F-150 trucks over highway acceleration problems

By Anthony Faccenda on May 27, 2013 - 1:01PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced on Sunday that is opening a probe into 400,000 Ford F-150 pickup trucks due to dangerous engine acceleration issues.

Renault reaffirms electric car commitment, delivers ZOE to partner company Bouygues

By David Herron on May 27, 2013 - 9:26AM

Renault delivered a ZOE electric car to a partner company, as a way to reaffirm the company's commitment to electric cars on a day when that commitment may be called into question.

2014 BRZ S and Special Anniversary Edition 2014 WRX.

Subaru to launch two new performance models this year

By Denis Flierl on May 27, 2013 - 8:21AM

Subaru is revving up its performance car image with two new models, the 2014 BRZ S and Special 20th Anniversary Limited Edition 2014 WRX.

Better Place starts bankruptcy liquidation after six months of restructuring efforts

By David Herron on May 27, 2013 - 6:03AM

Following six months of turmoil since the ouster of founder Shai Agassi, Better Place is shutting down all operations and seeking an orderly liquidation of the company.

See what happens when dozens of Subaru XV Crosstreks use EyeSight

By Denis Flierl on May 26, 2013 - 7:57AM

Watch what happens when dozens of miniature 2013 Subaru VX Crosstreks fitted with Subaru’s new EyeSight safety function take their different routs all at once.

Ken Block introduced the new 2014 Ford Fiesta ST

Ford enlists Ken Block to drive 2014 Fiesta ST for buzz

By Denis Flierl on May 26, 2013 - 7:44AM

Action Sports Superstar, Ken Block will drive the new 2014 Ford Fiesta ST at the UEFA Champions Festival and thrill fans by performing four unique driving displays.

Chevrolet leaks higher power numbers for 2014 Corvette Stingray

By Denis Flierl on May 26, 2013 - 7:35AM

The new 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray C7's final horsepower and torque numbers may be higher than what was originally thought. Did GM leak the new figures?

The 2013 MINI Cooper Cabriolet. Image © 2013 by Don Bain

MINI, Jeep racking up most moans and groans

By Don Bain on May 25, 2013 - 8:57PM

Mini and Jeep models are generating the most complaints by owners of any brand on the market; despite the fact all cars are built a lot better than they were 20 years ago.

Aston Martin teaser video called “Coming Soon”

Something very extreme is coming soon from Aston Martin [updated]

By Denis Flierl on May 25, 2013 - 5:41PM

Aston Martin has released a second teaser video called “Extreme” to preview a new model from the British automaker. It's getting closer to being released.

Chevrolet supercharges snail in DreamWorks' ‘Turbo’ movie

By Anthony Faccenda on May 25, 2013 - 11:51AM

The Chevrolet brand will be plastered all over the screen when DreamWorks' upcoming animated film ‘Turbo’ hits theaters this summer.

50th anniversary McLaren 12C and 12C Spider models

Two special anniversary McLaren 12C and 12C Spider models to be launched

By Denis Flierl on May 25, 2013 - 8:16AM

McLaren will launch two special edition 12C and 12C Spider models to mark 50 years of the brand with a very limited-run worldwide production.

BMW Gran Lusso Coupe takes luxury and exclusivity to a new level [updated]

By Denis Flierl on May 24, 2013 - 6:02PM

The BMW Group and Italian car designer firm and coachbuilder Pininfarina have joined together and have just unveiled the new BMW Pininfarina Gran Lusso Coupe. [video]

The 2014 Fiat 500L Lounge. Image courtesy of Newspress

Even the Fiat 500 can't help getting bigger

By Don Bain on May 24, 2013 - 5:57PM

The 2014 Fiat 500L is a bigger version of what the Cinquecento was last year – but this is not as much a problem for a compact car as it can be for some of us.

2013 Subaru WRX STI 4-door Nurburgring race car

Two reasons Subaru WRX STI didn’t three-peat at 24 hr Nurburgring

By Denis Flierl on May 24, 2013 - 11:11AM

The 2013 Subaru WRX STI team entered the Nurburgring 24-Hour Race fully expecting to win for the third year in a row but two critical factors kept them in 2nd place behind the Audi TT RS 2.0.

How the new Panamera S E-Hybrid achieved 53.4 mpg

By Denis Flierl on May 24, 2013 - 8:34AM

Porsche has just put the new 416 hp 2014 Panamera S E-Hybrid through some testing by independent journalists and it's not only fast, but it’s fuel-efficient. But are these fuel-mileage numbers real-world?

2014 Chevy Spark EV 1LT Image courtesy of Newspress

How leasing a Chevy Spark could save you $150 a month

By Don Bain on May 23, 2013 - 10:15PM

Chevrolet’s take on the numbers states by leasing a new Spark, you can save as much as $150 a month in fuel expenditures, even after paying for all the electricity the car consumes as you commute.

Nissan recalls 841k vehicles worldwide over steering loss concerns

By Anthony Faccenda on May 23, 2013 - 12:17PM

Nissan Motor Co. is recalling roughly 841,000 Nissan March and Nissan Cube vehicles worldwide due to a dangerous steering wheel issue that may lead to loss of steering control.

GM recalls 27k Cadillac SRX SUVs—wheels might fall off

By Anthony Faccenda on May 23, 2013 - 11:04AM

GM is recalling over 27,000 Cadillac SRX vehicles worldwide over faulty wheel lug nuts, which may lead to a wheel falling off.

Hennessey Performance VelociRaptor SUV Ford SVT F-150 Raptor

Introducing the VelociRaptor SUV fastest people hauler in the world [video]

By Denis Flierl on May 23, 2013 - 8:08AM

Based on the Ford F-150 Raptor, the team from HPE transforms SVT’s super crew cab pick-up truck into the fastest full-sized people hauler on the planet.

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