Automotive News (Page 901)

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.

The Ford 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine. Image courtesy of Newspress

Ford's 1.0-liter EcoBoost repeats as International Engine of the Year

By Don Bain on June 5, 2013 - 10:11PM

Ford has done something not easily done in designing an engine so technologically advanced no brand has outdone this accomplishment over the ensuing year, leading to the three-cylinder, 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine being named International Engine of the Year for the second consecutive time.

NHTSA steps up to help us understand self-driving cars

By John Goreham on June 5, 2013 - 4:49PM

NHTSA has developed a level system for defining the automation technology in a self-driving vehicle. Just in time, since cars that drive themselves are already here.

Leaked: 2014 Ram Heavy Duty to feature 6.4L Hemi engine, air suspension

By Patrick Rall on June 5, 2013 - 3:58PM

The Chrysler Group has remained surprisingly quiet about what new features are coming to the 2014 Ram Heavy Duty lineup but a bit of prematurely posted information on the Ram Trucks website has revealed that the Ram HD will soon be powered by a similar 6.4L Hemi V8 to that found in the current high performance SRT lineup along with a new air suspension setup.

Ford Mustang breaks the Camaro shutout – leads in May muscle car sales

By Patrick Rall on June 5, 2013 - 1:42PM

The Ford Mustang did something in May 2013 that it hasn’t done since November 2012 – sell enough units to beat the Chevrolet Camaro and lead the American muscle car segment.

General Motors rejoins S&P 500 and major shareholders sell stock

By John Goreham on June 5, 2013 - 10:15AM

GM is returning to the S&P 500 and S&P 100 after being removed after its bankruptcy. In related news the US Treasury and the UAW are dumping 50 million of their combined shares.

2013 Buick Encore receives perfect crash test scores

By Aaron Turpen on June 5, 2013 - 12:28AM

The 2013 Encore joins other Buicks in receiving perfect scores from both crash testing agencies, keeping Buick in the top handful of automakers to achieve perfect scores across its model lineup.

2014 Chevrolet SS "Four Door Corvette" priced under $45k

By Patrick Rall on June 4, 2013 - 3:02PM

General Motors has just announced the pricing for the 2014 Chevrolet SS performance sedan – the vehicle referred to as a four door Corvette – with the single available trimline starting at just $44,470.

Chrysler refuses NHTSA recall of 2.7 million Jeeps

By Aaron Turpen on June 4, 2013 - 2:55PM

Chrysler says that the government's data is incomplete and that their proposed recall of 2.7 million Jeep Grand Cherokee and Jeep Liberty SUVs is flawed.

The 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT-8 Image courtesy of Newspress

Two fatal flaws ruining Chrysler engines via catastrophic breakdowns

By Don Bain on June 4, 2013 - 2:47PM

A leading engine builder has charged that Chrysler’s 3.7-liter V6, 4.7-liter and 5.7-liter V8 engines are fatally flawed, leading to catastrophic failure shortly after the warranty expires.

Porsche celebrates the 911's 50th birthday with a special edition

By John Goreham on June 4, 2013 - 11:31AM

In 1963 Porsche introduced the world to the 911 at a special event. This September at that same event it will show the world how far it has come.

Mission Motorcycles unveils 150+ miles/hr 230 mile range electric superbike

By David Herron on June 4, 2013 - 8:48AM

Implementing the promise begun by Mission Motors, Mission Motorcycles has unveiled an electric motorcycle with performance firmly in the superbike range.

Car salesman pays $32k to discuss electric cars with Obama for 2 minutes

By Anthony Faccenda on June 3, 2013 - 8:14PM

A Los Angeles car salesman recently spent over $32,000 for the chance to speak with President Barack Obama about the future of electric vehicles.

Cool self-driving cars are here now

By John Goreham on June 3, 2013 - 6:12PM

The geek-mobile we all envisioned is ready, but the first cars to market that drive themselves are the coolest cars in the marketplace.

2013 Subaru WRX STI and Ken Block at Rally America National Championship

Ken Block wins STPR-Subaru WRX STI makes amazing comeback

By Denis Flierl on June 3, 2013 - 7:53AM

Hoonigan Racing’s Ken Block won for the first time this season at STPR as the 2013 WRX STI Subaru team made an amazing comeback to reach the podium.

Three new 2014 Toyota Corolla features are teased before release

By Denis Flierl on June 3, 2013 - 7:09AM

The release of the all-new 2014 Toyota Corolla is just three days away but Toyota isn’t done teasing us yet. See the three new features they have released.

2014 Subaru Forester in Forester Family Rally

Subaru pits Canadian families against each other to win 2014 Forester

By Denis Flierl on June 2, 2013 - 7:47AM

Subaru of Canada is pitting families against each other in a wild competition for the chance to win an all-new 2014 Subaru Forester. Do you have what it takes to win?

Three reasons buyers are flocking to the 2014 Subaru Forester

By Denis Flierl on June 2, 2013 - 7:37AM

Subaru is doing three things right to keep demand strong for the new 2014 Forester and 2013 Impreza. Why is Subaru succeeding when other smaller automakers have met their demise?

Sylvie Lailler with the 10,000th Nissan LEAF sold in Europe. Courtesy Newspress

The Nissan LEAF has become Europe's new royalty

By Don Bain on June 1, 2013 - 9:57PM

The Nissan Leaf had sold 49,000 vehicles worldwide by the end of 2012, making it the best selling EV in the world – now having sold the 10,000th model in Europe – the brand continues to wear the electric car crown.

Ford recalls 8 models in 3 separate recalls, including one for 465k vehicles

By Anthony Faccenda on June 1, 2013 - 5:26PM

Ford Motor Co. announced three recalls on Friday that affect various 2013 models including the Ford Fusion, Explorer, Flex, Taurus, Police Interceptor, and Lincoln MKS, MKT and MKZ.

The all-new Fiat 500e. Image courtesy of Newspress

What Jones Soda has to do with all-new Fiat 500e

By Don Bain on June 1, 2013 - 3:30PM

The all-electric Fiat 500e will launch in California this summer roughly at the same time Natural Jones Soda hits the market and with a winning picture you could win a Fiat 500 – the electric variant of the Cinquecento – if you live in the Golden State.

Two major changes are coming to the 2014 Toyota Corolla

By Denis Flierl on June 1, 2013 - 11:52AM

Toyota has revealed another teaser image of the new 2014 Toyota Corolla to wet our appetites. What is Toyota planning for the new Corolla?

LaFerrari Japan debut reveals Ferrari's new marketing strategy

By Denis Flierl on June 1, 2013 - 9:00AM

The new Ferrari LaFerrari continues to wow fans and was unveiled for a very select group of owners and enthusiasts in Japan. Is this Ferrari's new marketing strategy?

Ford posts record-breaking hybrid sales, up an astounding 375 percent

By Anthony Faccenda on May 31, 2013 - 6:38PM

Ford Motor Co. has bested its previous full-year hybrid sales record in just the first five months of 2013.

How to test drive the 2014 Ford Fiesta ST before its launch

By Denis Flierl on May 31, 2013 - 3:48PM

Lucky consumers in 13 cites will get to drive the new 2014 Ford Fiesta ST before its launch, and challenge the competition in the Fusion and Escape in closed track experiences. Will the EcoBoost challenge be in your city?

Powerful 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray C7 to set pace again

By Denis Flierl on May 31, 2013 - 2:04PM

The more powerful 2014 Corvette Stingray C7 gets another shot at the racetrack by setting the pace for another race. Who will be driving the Laguna Blue pace car?

Four reasons why the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu just got better

By Denis Flierl on May 31, 2013 - 12:35PM

Chevrolet has just unveiled the new 2014 Chevrolet Malibu with four new reasons why it’s better than the previous generation sedan.

Start an electric car charging station network business with GreenLots SKY software platform

By David Herron on May 31, 2013 - 10:38AM

The GreenLots SKY platform helps businesses set up and manage electric car charging station networks, handling customer service, billing and network management.

Hennessey gives injection of venom to the 2013 SRT Viper [video]

By Denis Flierl on May 31, 2013 - 10:32AM

Hennessey Performance has taken the 2013 SRT Viper and given it an extra shot of venom. What did the Texas performance shop do to increase hp and torque?

Electric Cadillac ELR production begins in Detroit

By Patrick Rall on May 30, 2013 - 5:54PM

This morning at the Hamtramck Assembly Plant in Detroit, the very first example of the all electric Cadillac ELR rolled off of the line – marking the official arrival of the Chevrolet Volt-based luxury coupe that is expected to hit dealerships later this year.

Image was captured from the YouTube video posted by Yan Yaya

Ford Shelby GT500 Mustang destroys a dyno in Quebec (New video)

By Patrick Rall on May 30, 2013 - 3:23PM

The Ford Shelby GT500 Mustang is unquestionably one of the most impressive American muscle cars ever built and in this viral video circulating the pages of every social media site – one such GT500 is shown annihilating a portable dyno.

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