Automotive News (Page 899)

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.

Porsche LMP1 sports prototype under wraps

Porsche rolls out LMP1 sports prototype

By Aaron Turpen on June 16, 2013 - 12:47AM

The World Endurance Championship and 24 Hours of Le Mans are the targets for this latest sports prototype from Porsche.

GM recalls 231k SUVs for fire risks, issues stark warning to owners

By Anthony Faccenda on June 15, 2013 - 4:44PM

GM is recalling certain older model Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, Saab, and Isuzu SUVs due to fire concerns and is advising owners to park them outside until the problem is fixed.

Why the Mercedes Unimog is most extreme off-roader on the planet

By Denis Flierl on June 15, 2013 - 7:37AM

2013 Mercedes-Benz Unimog is a beast when it comes to off-road machines and takes first place as the “best off-road vehicle of the year.”

2014 BMW 4 Series Coupe sends message to Audi and Mercedes

By Denis Flierl on June 14, 2013 - 8:15PM

The all-new 2014 BMW 4 Series Coupe is a new generation coupe for the German brand, marks a new era of performance and sports appeal and sends a powerful message to Audi and Mercedes-Benz.

You're never too young for a First Porsche

By Don Bain on June 14, 2013 - 5:36PM

This First Porsche for the very young lacks the powerplant typical of the breed, as it is a pedal-powered go-kart – yet it is built by the famed automaker to set young drivers on the proper path.

Argument is over: 2014 Nissan Versa Note is the best car in America under 14K

By Denis Flierl on June 14, 2013 - 1:52PM

The base model 2014 Nissan Versa Note hatchback may be the best car in America with a price tag under 14K. What does the next-generation Versa Note offer?

What it's like to ride shotgun in the 2013 WRX STI Rally Car [video]

By Denis Flierl on June 14, 2013 - 12:37PM

See what it's like to ride in the 2013 Subaru WRX STI Rally car as David Higgins flies by trees at 70 mph on a narrow road as the team wins Stage 12 at STPR.

How BMW completes a hat trick of the sportiest cars of 2013

By Denis Flierl on June 14, 2013 - 10:45AM

The new 2013 BMW M550d xDrive, 335i Sedan and the 335i Coupe are “The sportiest cars of 2013.” What is BMW doing to stay ahead of Audi and Mercedes?

Audi launching most powerful RS model to date: 2014 RS 7

By Denis Flierl on June 14, 2013 - 8:55AM

The all-new highly-anticipated 2014 Audi RS 7 is coming later this fall and will be the most powerful RS that Audi has ever produced. Will Audi be able to catch BMW?

Chrysler recalls nearly 40,000 Ram trucks in two recalls

By Anthony Faccenda on June 13, 2013 - 10:59PM

Chrysler has issued two separate recalls on Ram pickup trucks addressing exterior lighting problems and front axle issues.

Bigger, more powerful 2014 Cadillac CTS comes with a bigger, more powerful price

By Patrick Rall on June 13, 2013 - 6:19PM

General Motors announced the 2014 Cadillac CTS pricing today and while the new midsized luxury sedan packs more space, more amenities and more power than the outgoing model, it also costs more than current CTS – about $6,000 more.

Toyota's "Father of the Prius" wants a new Supra from BMW joint venture

By Patrick Rall on June 13, 2013 - 9:00AM

Takeshi Uchiyamada is known within Toyota Motor Corp as the Father of the Prius but the soon-to-be-chairman has set his sights on a new goal – developing a modern Toyota Supra under the joint venture with BMW.

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.

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