Automotive News (Page 898)

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 Subaru WRX STI makes Forbes “Fastest Cars Under $50K list

By Denis Flierl on April 25, 2013 - 8:02AM

Forbes recently selected “The Fastest Cars Under $50,000.” The 2013 Subaru WRX STI Special Edition made the list, but what surprising cars made the short list?

A detail of the 2014 Toyota 4Runner info graphic. Image courtesy of Toyota.

The 2014 Toyota 4Runner to build on legendary performance

By Don Bain on April 24, 2013 - 4:32PM

When the 2014 Toyota 4Runner debuts next week, it will build upon a 30-year history of legendary performance any manufacturer would be proud to call its own.

Peugeot 208 T16 Pikes Peak - taking the hill at 1 hp per kg

By Aaron Turpen on April 24, 2013 - 4:22PM

At one horsepower per kilogram of weight, Peugeot is not messing around as the European automaker's return to the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb gets serious.

Ford sued over false Fusion Hybrid and C-Max Hybrid mpg estimates

By Anthony Faccenda on April 24, 2013 - 4:06PM

Ford Fusion Hybrid and C-Max Hybrid owners allege that Ford’s hybrid models don’t deliver on mpg claims.

Ford posts record profits in Q1 2013 of over $2 billion despite European problems

By Patrick Rall on April 24, 2013 - 12:47PM

Ford Motor Company announced their financial results for the first quarter of 2013 and the numbers are incredible – with a new North American quarterly profit record of over $2.4 billion dollars accompanied by gains across the board.

Jaguar unveils incredible short film 'Desire' featuring Damian Lewis and Lana Del Rey

By Anthony Faccenda on April 24, 2013 - 12:32PM

Jaguar has released 'Desire,' a short film featuring 'Homeland' star Damian Lewis, Shannyn Sossamon, Jordi Mollà, the music of Lana Del Rey, and the all-new Jaguar F-Type.

Chevy's Spark EV passes Honda Fit EV as America's most efficient car

By John Goreham on April 24, 2013 - 12:31PM

Passing rival EVs, the new Chevy Spark has incredible efficiency and other surprises.

2014 Mercedes Benz E Class commercial shuts down community

By John Goreham on April 24, 2013 - 9:37AM

Massive traffic jam reported by Florida residents as a result of a Mercedes Benz commercial which cut off access to and from the island community of Sanibel.

2014 VW Golf GTI has double the power of first GTI

By Denis Flierl on April 24, 2013 - 7:51AM

The new seventh generation 2014 Volkswagen Golf GTI is launching next month and it’s lighter, faster and more fuel efficient than ever before.

Surprise 2014 Porsche Panamera Plug-in debuts in Shanghai

By Aaron Turpen on April 24, 2013 - 2:10AM

Porsche surprised audiences with the unveiling of a plug-in hybrid version of the Panamera at Auto Shanghai in China. The 2014 Panamera S E-Hybrid joins 8 Panamera models. Will it be available in the U.S. as well?

Nissan shows 2nd electric car for China, the Venucia Viwa, in Shanghai

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

Building on the already planned Venucia E30 for China, Nissan is showing a second electric car for the Chinese market, following Carlos Ghosn's recent statements that China will lead the world in electric car adoption.

The 2014 Maserati Ghibli debuts in Shanghai with over 400hp - and a diesel engine

By Patrick Rall on April 23, 2013 - 5:37PM

The Maserati Ghibli debuted on the internet earlier this month but with the ongoing Shanghai Motor Show in China – the Italian sport-luxury automaker has revealed the full details on a car that should go a long way in helping them reach their lofty sales goals over the next few years.

2014 Nissan Versa Sedan pricing announced

By Aaron Turpen on April 23, 2013 - 5:37PM

Nissan has released pricing details for the 2014 Versa Sedan model, the best-selling entry-level sedan in the U.S. and the base chassis for the Nissan LEAF. Pricing begins under $12,000.

Volvo upgrades C30 electric performance, adds 1.5 hrs fast charging

By David Herron on April 23, 2013 - 4:16PM

The Volvo C30 electric car is going into testing and evaluation by customers this summer, and features faster acceleration and faster charging.

New product may revolutionize how we care for our vehicle's finish

By John Goreham on April 23, 2013 - 3:43PM

3M has created a home-application film that will rival dealership applied products for less than a tenth the cost.

2013 Volkswagen Passat Wolfsburg Edition adds features and value

By John Goreham on April 23, 2013 - 2:28PM

The new mid-2013 Volkswagen Passat Wolfsburg edition has content and pricing buyers cannot ignore.

AAA answers the question how high is too high for gas prices

By John Goreham on April 23, 2013 - 12:13PM

AAA has concluded a study it thinks answers the question. But do American's even know the actual cost of gasoline? Do you?

2013 SRT Viper nears the 10 second quarter mile barrier in new video

By Patrick Rall on April 23, 2013 - 12:01PM

A new video has hit the web showing a 2013 SRT Viper fitted with a set of drag radial tires and piloted by a driver with very little experience in the Viper rocketing down the quarter mile in the low 11 second range – aided by the Mopar supercar’s new launch control system.

Ferrari LaFerrari hybrid supercar at Auto Shanghai 2013

LaFerrari supercar takes Auto Shanghai 2013 by storm [video]

By Denis Flierl on April 23, 2013 - 7:51AM

The new Ferrari LaFerrari hybrid supercar makes its China debut at Auto Shanghai 2013 and is the undisputed star of the show again.

Formula E takes electric car racing to Los Angeles for Earth Day

By David Herron on April 22, 2013 - 6:38PM

The Formula E electric car racing Championship took to the streets of Los Angeles today to preview the 2014 launch of the racing series.

Detroit Electric showing the worlds fastest electric car in Shanghai

By David Herron on April 22, 2013 - 5:45PM

The Detroit Electric SP:01, billed as the world's fastest production electric car, is having its global public unveiling in Shanghai, ahead of production launch in August 2013.

China's JAC will launch its first electric car in the US

By John Goreham on April 22, 2013 - 5:00PM

JAC is an automobile manufacturer based in China. It plans to import its Rejoice EV and use GreenTech's motor, facility, and political clout to help make the car a reality.

Porsche signs tennis star Maria Sharapova as brand ambassador

By Anthony Faccenda on April 22, 2013 - 4:37PM

Maria Sharapova can now add Porsche to her list of endorsement deals; a list that already includes Nike, Gatorade, Canon and Tropicana among others.

2014 SRT Viper mule caught with ACR style wheels, unique exhaust

By Patrick Rall on April 22, 2013 - 2:18PM

Yesterday afternoon, we caught up with what appeared to be a 2014 SRT Viper GTS test mule in GTS Blue sporting some unusual round exhaust protruding through the side sills and a set of non-matching rear wheels similar to those used on the 2010 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR - leading me to wonder if this test car might wear some of the features of the new American Club Racer Viper.

Nissan and New York again announce electric Leafs as Taxis

By John Goreham on April 22, 2013 - 11:11AM

Better late than never, Mayor Bloomberg and Nissan again announce that 6 Nissan Leafs will be used as New York city Taxis.

Scott Speed wins X Games Global RallyCross Gold with incredible last turn pass (New Pictures)

By Patrick Rall on April 22, 2013 - 10:53AM

Although the first Global RallyCross event of the 2013 season at X Games Brazil was packed full of championship rally racers from around the world – GRC newcomer and NASCAR/F1 regular Scott Speed pulled out an incredible last turn pass of GRC regular Toomas Heikkinen to claim X Games gold in his very first RallyCross race.

2014 Subaru Forester quickly becoming most popular model

By Denis Flierl on April 22, 2013 - 8:04AM

When Subaru launches the 2014 Forester in the UK next month, it will be the brands most popular model around the globe.

Mercedes-Benz Concept GLA previews GLA-Class

Mercedes GLA Concept previews forthcoming GLA-Class

By Denis Flierl on April 21, 2013 - 8:05AM

Mercedes-Benz unveils the new Concept GLA at Auto Shanghai 2013 and it will likely preview the new compact premium SUV GLA-Class.

Mercedes A-Class attracts global buyers with smaller premium car

By Denis Flierl on April 21, 2013 - 8:00AM

The successful new 2013 Mercedes-Benz A-Class is launching in China and returns to Auto Shanghai where it all began two years ago.

2014 Kia Cadenza gets pricing, enters showrooms later this month

By Aaron Turpen on April 21, 2013 - 4:35AM

Kia has released pricing details for its flagship premium sedan, touting it as the most powerful and technologically advanced Kia in the U.S. market, including class-leading interior room as well as two option packages.

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