Automotive News (Page 903)

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.

Ford reducing CO2 and VOC emissions with 3-Wet paint process

By Don Bain on April 3, 2013 - 2:37AM

Traditionally, some of the most environmentally damaging aspects of manufacturing automobiles result from the toxins and CO2 released during the painting process; and Ford’s new 3-Wet approach is reducing energy use, while lessening the noxious chemicals released into the air by auto painting at four more plants around the world.

2014 Chevrolet Impala begins production, gets price tag

By Aaron Turpen on April 3, 2013 - 2:11AM

The 2014 Impala has begun production in Oshawa, Ontario and Chevrolet's flagship sedan will begin arriving in showrooms later this month; production in Detroit begins later this year.

An image of the TeslaX from the public website.

It's High Noon for Tesla in Texas

By Don Bain on April 2, 2013 - 11:46PM

The Texas Auto Dealers are taking Tesla to the legislature in Austin tomorrow, and Tesla CEO Elon Musk is all a-tweet to rally his rebels to the electric car cause before the final showdown.

Subaru recalls 200k Outback, Legacy over serious brake problem

By Anthony Faccenda on April 2, 2013 - 11:40PM

Subaru is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Outback and Legacy vehicles over a brake line rust problem, which may lead to fluid leakage.

Tesla Motors adds amazing $500ish/month Model S financing offer

By David Herron on April 2, 2013 - 7:18PM

Moving to make Tesla Model S ownership more affordable, the new financing deal gives prospective Model S owners peace of mind from the certainty of knowing ahead of time the cost of owning an electric car.

Check out the 2014 Cadillac CTS in action on a road course (Video)

By Patrick Rall on April 2, 2013 - 5:29PM

While you have probably seen the 2014 Cadillac CTS from every angle since making its big debut last week at the 2014 New York International Auto Show, General Motors has put together a new video showing the all new CTS in action on a road course with the standard V6 under the hood.

The refreshed 2014 Kia Optima on display at the 2013 New York Auto Show

By Patrick Rall on April 2, 2013 - 4:31PM

The Kia Optima is a big part of the Korean brand’s success here in the US and at the 2013 New York International Auto Show, the 2014 Optima debut brings about a more high tech look for the sporty midsized sedan that should help it keep up with the Jones’ in the jam-packed segment.

2014 Chevy Silverado has fuel economy surprise and new features customers will love

By John Goreham on April 2, 2013 - 9:51AM

The 2014 Chevy Silverado has changed in ways customers will appreciate. It also has a new value advantage in terms of maintenance.

2014 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG “Edition 507” at NYIAS

2014 Mercedes C63 AMG "Edition 507" pushes the performance envelope

By Denis Flierl on April 2, 2013 - 7:52AM

Mercedes-Benz is pushing forward with its global product offensive in the U.S. with a new high-performance 2014 C63 AMG “Edition 507” and four other new models at the NYIAS.

Neil Patrick Harris How I Met Your Mother

Neil Patrick Harris asks Twitter fans if he should buy a Toyota or Honda

By Anthony Faccenda on April 1, 2013 - 9:24PM

How I Met Your Mother star Neil Patrick Harris is asking his Twitter followers what’s better, a Toyota Sienna or Honda Odyssey?

Volvo developing the EnVeloP whole car airbag

By Don Bain on April 1, 2013 - 6:29PM

An exterior airbag that will surround the entire body of a vehicle in the event of an accident is under development by Volvo, exactly one year after the company announced the pedestrian airbag on the Volvo V40.

2014 GMC Sierra V8 bests Ford F-150 V6 EcoBoost in fuel economy

By John Goreham on April 1, 2013 - 4:01PM

The new 2014 GMC Sierra continues the trend of larger modern engines with more cylinders beating the performance and fuel economy of smaller, turbo engines.

The 2014 Scion tC debuts in New York with some FR-S flare

By Patrick Rall on April 1, 2013 - 12:43PM

Among the new model debuts on display right now at the 2013 New York International Auto Show is the refreshed 2014 Scion tC which features a host of features both inside and out that have been featured on the popular Scion FR-S – including a sharpened exterior that gives the tC a great deal more family attitude.

Tesla Motors expecting first ever profit after steep losses in 2012

By David Herron on April 1, 2013 - 12:13PM

On the back of stronger than expected sales and production, the company ends several years of posting losses with the first profit ever for Tesla Motors.

Tesla will artificially reduce driving range of some 2013 Model S sedans

By John Goreham on April 1, 2013 - 11:54AM

Having dropped the entry level Model S, Tesla will now provide a more range-capable car, but limit the range with a software lock.

Only 30% of Chevy dealerships to get 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

By Patrick Rall on April 1, 2013 - 11:48AM

Due to the concerns about the early demand for the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray grossly exceeding production capacity, General Motors has laid out restrictions for those dealerships looking to get their hands on the new Stingray – meaning that only about 30% of the Chevrolet dealerships in the country will be able to sell the new C7 when it arrives later this year.

2014 Mercedes CLA45 AMG has worlds most powerful four-cylinder

By Denis Flierl on April 1, 2013 - 7:57AM

The 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG made its world debut at the New York Auto Show and comes with the most powerful production four-cylinder engine on the planet.

2015 Subaru BRZ Twin-Turbo Diesel Hybrid BRZ AWD Convertible

Subaru Twin-Turbo Diesel Hybrid BRZ AWD Convertible launching in 2015

By Denis Flierl on March 31, 2013 - 7:39AM

Subaru has finally succumbed to media pressure and internet speculation and confirms they will deliver a Twin-Turbo Diesel Hybrid BRZ Convertible in 2015.

Daniel Craig with 2014 Range Rover Sport

2014 Range Rover Sport delivers Daniel Craig $1 million [video]

By Denis Flierl on March 30, 2013 - 5:35PM

When Daniel Craig drove the all-new 2014 Range Rover Sport into New York, the new SUV was supposed to be the hit of the show but who really was the star?

Shelby Raptor has phones ringing off the hook

By Denis Flierl on March 30, 2013 - 8:50AM

Take a 2013 Ford SVT Raptor, add the Shelby goodies and you have the new 575 horsepower Shelby Raptor that has phones ringing off the hook at Shelby American offices.

Wonder Woman gets her own 2013 Kia Sportage

By Aaron Turpen on March 30, 2013 - 1:49AM

Kia is busy building themed vehicles for the characters of the Justice League. The seventh of those is dedicated to Wonder Woman, with a red, white and blue schema and special storage compartments for her tiara, wristelets, whip and accessories.

Electric vehicle adoption may require battery technology breakthrough

By David Herron on March 29, 2013 - 8:04PM

Battery technology research will yield improvements in a few years that will make future electric cars far more attractive than they are today.

Feds open investigation into troublesome Hyundai Sonata suspension issue

By Anthony Faccenda on March 29, 2013 - 6:02PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced on Friday it is launching an investigation into Hyundai Sonata sedans due to a corrosion problem, which may affect vehicle suspension.

Initial 2013 SRT Viper coupes shipping to dealers right now

By Patrick Rall on March 29, 2013 - 4:44PM

Almost exactly a year after the 2013 SRT Viper was introduced at the 2012 New York International Auto Show, the first batch of new Viper coupes produced are on their way to their new homes by means of Dodge dealerships all over North America – with the vast majority staying right here in the USA.

The 2014 Jaguar XJR debuts in New York with 550hp and a six figure price

By Patrick Rall on March 29, 2013 - 2:30PM

The 2013 New York Auto Show brought about the formal debut of the new 2014 Jaguar XLR – a full sized luxury sport sedan with a range topping output of 550 horsepower and a price that puts it in the middle of the XJ lineup.

2013 Volkswagen Golf named 2013 World Car of the Year

By Aaron Turpen on March 29, 2013 - 2:22PM

The 2013 Golf was given the title of World Car of the Year at the New York International Auto Show, marking the second consecutive year that VW has won the accolade with the company winning four times in the past five years.

Refreshed 2014 Hyundai Equus debuts with more luxury tech

By Patrick Rall on March 29, 2013 - 12:57PM

The 2014 Hyundai Equus debuted this week at the 2013 New York Auto Show with a refreshed exterior, a refined suspension setup and more high end luxury technology on the inside to allow this sleek Korean super sedan to keep up with the best luxury brands in the world.

Hyundai Concept HND-9 next-generation Genesis Coupe?

Hyundai Concept HND-9 hints at future design direction

By Denis Flierl on March 29, 2013 - 9:36AM

The Hyundai Concept HND-9 makes its world debut at the 2013 Seoul Motor Show. Does it reveal the companies future design direction and possibly the next-generation Genesis Coupe?

2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid electrifies New York

By Denis Flierl on March 29, 2013 - 8:00AM

For the first time in their history, Subaru is bringing a new hybrid to market with the 2014 XV Crosstrek Hybrid variant, but is Subaru slow to react?

Pricing announced for 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander

By Aaron Turpen on March 29, 2013 - 1:37AM

Mitsubishi has announced pricing and trim levels for the 2014 Outlander, including two powertrain configurations with the base model starting at only $22,995 and with price reductions across the board.

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