Automotive News (Page 895)

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.

GM President Mark Reuss has 1 wish for the Chevrolet - a new rear drive sports car

By Patrick Rall on May 7, 2013 - 1:16PM

General Motors North American President Mark Reuss recently stated that his biggest wish for the Chevrolet brand was to offer an affordable, rear wheel drive sports car.

Hertz move will mean big take-home pay boost to workers

By John Goreham on May 7, 2013 - 12:39PM

America's largest car owner is moving its headquarters and nearly 1,000 workers to a new location in Florida. What the move will mean to its workers.

Nissan Leaf among safest cars in US, awarded Top Safety Pick by IIHS

By David Herron on May 7, 2013 - 11:23AM

Earning top crash safety ratings from the IIHS, that organization has awarded the 2013 Nissan Leaf with the Top Safety Pick designation.

How the 2014 GMC Sierra will change performance rules

By Denis Flierl on May 7, 2013 - 8:30AM

When GMC rolls out the all-new 2014 Sierra fill-size pickup it will come with a new class-leading V6 powerplant. Can the new Sierra finally compete with the Ford F-150?

BMW joins massive exploding-airbag recall, adds 42k vehicles

By Anthony Faccenda on May 6, 2013 - 10:07PM

BMW is recalling 42,000 3-Series vehicles due to a passenger front airbag inflator defect.

Chevy Volt batteries will finally be built in U.S. as LG Chem opens factory in Michigan

By David Herron on May 6, 2013 - 7:47PM

US based battery production will get a big boost when LG Chem launches commercial production at its plant in Holland Michigan.

Toyota upgrades EV P002 electric race car for hot electric competition at Pikes Peak

By David Herron on May 6, 2013 - 6:42PM

Competition in the electric class at Pikes Peak is heating up with Toyota seeking to hold their title in the face of multiple competitors.

GM recalls 43k Buick, Chevy hybrids that may catch fire

By Anthony Faccenda on May 6, 2013 - 6:29PM

General Motors is recalling almost 43,000 Chevrolet and Buick eAssist hybrids over a potential fire risk.

Usain Bolt and 2014 Nissan "Bolt Gold" GT-R

Usain Bolt wins gold again with one-off "Bolt Gold" GT-R [video]

By Denis Flierl on May 6, 2013 - 6:04PM

The "fastest man in the world”"Usain Bolt has won gold again and this time he gets to drive the new 2014 Nissan "Bolt Gold" GT-R medal home.

Dubai police force 2013 Chevrolet Camaro SS

Dubai police force adds Chevrolet Camaro SS, Aston Martin One-77

By Patrick Rall on May 6, 2013 - 4:10PM

The Dubai police force has made big news over the past month with new supercar service vehicles and the Chevrolet Camaro SS is among the latest group of new police cars – bringing a touch of American muscle to the police department of one of the richest countries on the planet.

Two reasons RAV4 is fastest selling vehicle in Toyota lineup

By Denis Flierl on May 6, 2013 - 3:33PM

Thanks to two important changes, buyers are purchasing the all-new 2013 Toyota RAV4 at record numbers and they are flying off dealer lots.

A veteran driver may win Pikes Peak in a modern electric race car this year

By John Goreham on May 6, 2013 - 3:14PM

A proven winner with decades of experience at Pikes Peak combined with an amazing electric car may be an unbeatable combination. There are two things the team has that may make a win possible.

How the 2016 Q5 will propel Audi to top status in the world

By Denis Flierl on May 6, 2013 - 1:55PM

When Audi unveils the all-new next generation 2016 Audi Q5, it will help propel the brand to number 1 status in the world. How will the SUV do this?

Chevy Silverado High Country joins GM's Luxury truck stable

By John Goreham on May 6, 2013 - 8:42AM

Coming straight at the Ford F-150 King Ranch, the new 2014 Chevrolet Silverado High Country is a shining example of how much luxury swag a pick-up can haul.

2013 Subaru WRX STI Rally car wins Oregon Trail Rally

3 years running 2013 Subaru WRX STI destroys competition

By Denis Flierl on May 6, 2013 - 8:16AM

The 2013 Subaru WRX STI driven by David Higgins and Craig Drew blows away the competition for third straight victory at Oregon Trail Rally. What are they doing to dominate?

The Nissan Leaf (2012 model) Photo © 2012 by Don Bain

Why China is slow to accept electric vehicles

By Don Bain on May 6, 2013 - 3:19AM

China has been trying to interest folks in electric cars, in an attempt to ameliorate the scrofulous pollution plaguing their major cities, but the lack of understanding of this technology as well as the higher price of electric vehicles has resulted in very limited penetration of the market.

Ferrari Chief says a new ultra-exclusive Laferrari is already planned

By Denis Flierl on May 5, 2013 - 5:43PM

Its hard to imagine a more exclusive car than the new LaFerrari, but Ferrari design chief says an extreme version of the supercar is already being planned.

Special Edition Volkswagen “Scirocco Million”

This Special Edition VW Scirocco is too hot to handle

By Denis Flierl on May 5, 2013 - 9:28AM

Volkswagen celebrates the one millionth Scirocco by producing an ultra-exclusive special edition model that will only be offered in two countries. Why is the new Scirocco so exclusive?

2014 Subaru Forester and BRZ set a blistering pace

By Denis Flierl on May 5, 2013 - 7:45AM

The 2014 Subaru Forester and BRZ are selling like hot cakes in Canada and have reached the highest sales ever. What is drawing buyers to the two cars?

Nissan announces fastest-ever GT-R NISMO

By Denis Flierl on May 4, 2013 - 10:09AM

Nissan is expanding the NISMO performance brand to include the Nissan GT-R NISMO that will be the flagship and the fastest-ever production GT-R. See what record they really want.

What makes LaFerrari the most attractive supercar on the planet [video]

By Denis Flierl on May 4, 2013 - 8:41AM

Ferrari design professionals have given the new LaFerrari super sports car a design language that makes it the best design in the world. See what award the supercar received.

Over 2,000 reasons to love Ford

By Aaron Turpen on May 3, 2013 - 11:07PM

The Ford plant in Kansas City, Missouri is expanding in a big way, thanks to blockbuster sales of the nation's best-selling pickup truck and the introduction of a U.S.-made commercial van.

The Lexus 2014 IS 350 F-Sport time trials. Photo © 2013 by Don Bain

Fast rides in 2014 Lexus IS models versus cars from Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz

By Don Bain on May 3, 2013 - 7:25PM

As part of the 2014 Lexus IS introduction, attending members of the media were allowed to take several different 2014 Lexus IS models around a test course delineated by traffic cones and compare them to equivalent vehicles from competitors Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz.

Usher and 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe Black Series

See what high performance Mercedes Usher may be driving soon [video]

By Denis Flierl on May 3, 2013 - 5:34PM

International pop superstar Usher paid a visit to Mercedes-AMG Headquarters and performer meets performance. Was he there to help build his own 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe Black Series engine?

Bright headlights prompt another Toyota recall

By Anthony Faccenda on May 3, 2013 - 5:15PM

Toyota has announced the recall of certain model year 2007-2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser vehicles because the auxiliary headlights do not comply with federal safety standards.

2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA Class four-door coupe

Three new accessories that set the 2014 Mercedes CLA far apart

By Denis Flierl on May 3, 2013 - 3:50PM

Mercedes-Benz pulls out all the stops with the 2014 CLA by featuring more than 170 new accessories that set the CLA Class far apart from the crowd.

Tesla tweaks Model S financing, giving higher resale value, and lower payments

By David Herron on May 3, 2013 - 2:51PM

After garnering criticism from the first version of the Model S financing program, Tesla Motors has tweaked the offering, giving even more guaranteed value.

How the 2013 WRX STI Rally car will help the everyday driver

By Denis Flierl on May 3, 2013 - 1:47PM

When the 2013 Subaru WRX STI battles the harsh conditions at the Sno* Drift National Rally in Michigan, it helps the everyday driver in a big way.

The back end of the new Jaguar F-Type Coupe

Leaked patent drawings of the Jaguar F-Type Coupe look fantastic

By Patrick Rall on May 3, 2013 - 1:45PM

The Jaguar F-Type is one smooth looking convertible but considering that top-down cruising isn’t for everyone, there have long been rumors that there is a hardtop version on the way – and thanks to the patent drawings shown below, we have our first look at the new Jaguar F-Type Coupe.

Why the BMW X1 is the best vehicle of the lower-middle class

By Denis Flierl on May 3, 2013 - 10:39AM

The new 2013 BMW X1 is the class-winner in an important reliability category that all lower-middle class SUV buyers will be interested in knowing.

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