Automotive News (Page 904)

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 roof of Bentley's Crewe factory. Image courtesy of Newspress USA

Does a solar rooftop generator make Bentley a greener brand?

By Don Bain on March 28, 2013 - 10:04PM

How does a super luxury vehicle maker like Bentley earn credit with the climate change crowd when their average vehicle gets 15-mpg combined and weighs roughly two and a half tons?

The new Volvo V60 Sports Wagon. Image courtesy of Volvo USA.

Volvo V60 Sports Wagon coming to America in 2014

By Don Bain on March 28, 2013 - 6:17PM

With worldwide sales nearing 65K in 2012, the Volvo V60 Sports Wagon will soon come to America to extend its global following.

The Subaru WRX Concept debuts in New York with turbo power (Video)

By Patrick Rall on March 28, 2013 - 5:43PM

The images that leaked earlier this week of the Subaru WRX Concept have indeed turned out to be the mysterious “performance concept” set to debut today at the 2013 New York Auto Show and while no specifications have been offered – the sexy sport sedan promises great things for the future of the WRX.

2014 Infiniti Q50 Sports Sedan pricing announced

By Aaron Turpen on March 28, 2013 - 4:23PM

Infiniti has announced pricing and options for the new Q50 Sports Sedan unveiled last month in Detroit. MSRP for the rear-wheel, all-wheel and hybrid sedans released along with options packages. Online configuration site now live.

The Shelby Raptor F150 is 575 horsepower of offroad awesomeness

By Patrick Rall on March 28, 2013 - 3:10PM

When Shelby American announced the new 1,200 horsepower Shelby 1000 Mustang last week, the company teased a new non-Mustang high performance Shelby product – which we have learned is the brawny new Shelby Raptor F150 shown on the right.

Fisker workers on temporary furlough to conserve cash while seeking rescue

By David Herron on March 28, 2013 - 1:22PM

Fisker Automotive, struggling to stay afloat amid a long series of problems, is instituting a one-week furlough to save money in parallel with seeking rescue offers from other automakers.

Andrew Bynum selling custom Ferrari F430 on eBay for half price

By Anthony Faccenda on March 28, 2013 - 11:35AM

NBA All-Star Andrew Bynum is looking to sell his custom 2009 Ferrari Supercharged Coupe and has turned to eBay Motors to do so.

The 2014 SRT Viper TA makes its formal debut in New York (New Video)

By Patrick Rall on March 28, 2013 - 10:45AM

While all of the important information on the new 2014 SRT Viper TA was introduced last week when it was announced that SRT had reclaimed their track title from the Corvette ZR1, the 2013 New York International Auto Show provides the public and the media a chance to check out the new Time Attack Viper in person – along with a new video showing the car in action at Laguna Seca Raceway.

2014 Kia Forte Koup SX is unveiled with hot new turbo

By Denis Flierl on March 28, 2013 - 8:00AM

The all-new sporty 2014 Kia Forte Koup SX has been unveiled in New York with a hot new turbocharged engine and new global styling.

New, sportier 2014 Buick Regal unveiled in New York

By Aaron Turpen on March 27, 2013 - 11:34PM

Buick has unveiled the new 2014 Regal at the New York International Auto Show with updated styling and more premium technology. The full update includes a new exterior, interior, and a drivetrain design with a surprise.

Chevy Volt, Toyota Prius named Best Cars for Commuters by AAA

By Don Bain on March 27, 2013 - 8:24PM

The American Automobile Association is a pretty savvy consumer group, consequently when they identify the best vehicles for commuters it’s probably worth a look, but this list includes a couple of unexpected surprises.

Mercedes launching B-Class Electric Drive in 2014, starting in the U.S.

By David Herron on March 27, 2013 - 6:26PM

The Mercedes B-Class Electric Drive features a drive train designed by Tesla Motors, luxury features you'd expect from Mercedes, and is due to go on sale in early 2014.

The taillight of the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro SS

Lest ye forget: The refreshed 2014 Chevrolet Camaro SS

By Patrick Rall on March 27, 2013 - 6:11PM

While we are still trying to calm down from the excitement of the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 debut, it is important to remember that the original Camaro news was the exterior refresh so to reflect a bit on the non-Z/28 related changes for the 2014 model year, we present to you the 2014 Camaro SS.

2014 Dodge Durango fully leaked ahead of NYIAS debut

By Patrick Rall on March 27, 2013 - 5:33PM

The refreshed 2014 Dodge Durango will make its big debut tomorrow morning at the 2013 New York International Auto Show but a full complement of images have been leaked onto the internet – showing us every possible angle of the new Durango R/T.

The 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 debuts as the most track capable Camaro ever

By Patrick Rall on March 27, 2013 - 4:57PM

General Motors has just dropped the details on the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 – a 500+ horsepower muscle car that the company is touting as the most track capable Camaro ever – with the 2013 New York International Auto Show being the debut location for this incredible new super Camaro.

A closer look at the all-new 2014 Acura MDX

By John Goreham on March 27, 2013 - 4:38PM

The MDX may not look very different on the outside, but it has significant changes under the skin buyers will appreciate.

The 2014 Jeep Cherokee debuts in New York (New pictures and specs)

By Patrick Rall on March 27, 2013 - 1:16PM

While the Chrysler Group showed off some early shots of the 2014 Jeep Cherokee a couple weeks back, a full complement of information has been offered up by the company on its newest SUV in conjunction with the start of the 2013 New York International Auto Show – including details on the two engine options and the new 9 speed automatic transmission.

Details and a surprise announcement on the all-new 2014 Toyota Highlander

By John Goreham on March 27, 2013 - 10:32AM

The 2014 Toyota Highlander is all-new and was just revealed. The car hits all the targets and has one interesting feature we didn't see coming that will be great for buyers with bigger families.

Ford recalls Taurus, Explorer, MKS over fuel tank leak

By Anthony Faccenda on March 27, 2013 - 9:47AM

Ford is recalling certain 2012 Taurus, Explorer and Lincoln MKS vehicles to address a fuel tank leak that may occur in the event of an accident.

2014 Range Rover Sport with Daniel Craig

Daniel Craig reveals 2014 Range Rover Sport in New York

By Denis Flierl on March 27, 2013 - 8:11AM

Last night, Daniel Craig revealed the all-new 2014 Range Rover Sport in New York as Manhattan comes to a standstill.

The 2015 Audi S3. Image courtesy of Audi USA.

Audi announces the 2015 A3 Sportback and e-tron one year out [video]

By Don Bain on March 27, 2013 - 1:45AM

Spring of 2013 has just begun, yet Audi has announced planned details for the 2015 Audi A3 sedan, promising innovative technology and the detailed craftsmanship of Audi flagship sedans a full year before the new models will arrive.

ABB and Fuji move forward on lower cost CHAdeMO electric car fast charging stations

By David Herron on March 26, 2013 - 9:11PM

The two companies are developing lower cost solutions for electric car fast charging infrastructure.

GM drops full details on the 2014 Cadillac CTS, announces new Vsport package

By Patrick Rall on March 26, 2013 - 7:44PM

The 2014 Cadillac CTS will make its virtual debut later tonight but General Motors has announced a full spread of details on the gorgeous new midsized luxury sedan along with re-issuing the leaked images that we have drooled over these past two days with some shots that we had not previously enjoyed.

The Montrose PA Ford Dealer. Public domain image from Wikimedia.

Volkswagen and Honda leading gains as KBB predicts strongest sales since 2007

By Don Bain on March 26, 2013 - 7:23PM

Kelley Blue Book is predicting new car sales will hit 1,450,000 units – the highest monthly sales total since August 2007, with Volkswagen and Honda leading the pack with gains of 9.6 and 8.9 percent respectively.

Ford Mustang 50th birthday logo, mucho apparel coming

By Patrick Rall on March 26, 2013 - 6:23PM

April 17th 2014 will mark the 50th birthday of the fabled Ford Mustang and as we are a little over a year from that date – on which we will most likely be introduced to the next generation Mustang – Ford has introduced the “50 Years” Mustang logo that will be found on all sorts of apparel, helping the company celebrate the momentous occasion for the longest running car in American history.

The Subaru WRX Concept could be the mystery New York Performance debut

By Patrick Rall on March 26, 2013 - 5:26PM

Images have surfaced out of France showing some glamour shots of a new Subaru WRX Concept – a sporty sedan that very well could be the mysterious Subaru Performance Concept set to debut at the 2013 New York International Auto Show later this week.

Refreshed 2014 Chevrolet Camaro SS revealed on daytime TV (More official images added)

By Patrick Rall on March 26, 2013 - 1:52PM

In what can only be described as an unusual move by General Motors, the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro SS made its world debut on Live with Kelly and Michael – giving us a great look at the refreshed Chevy muscle car ahead of tomorrow’s debut at the New York International Auto Show.

Chevrolet Performance Camaro rolling chassis

Chevrolet Camaro rolling chassis drag package priced at $55k, on sale this week

By Patrick Rall on March 26, 2013 - 12:40PM

Those hardcore drag racers who are looking to build their own 8-second 2013 Chevrolet Camaro rather than buying the mighty COPO Camaro drag racing package will be able to begin the process as the new Chevrolet Performance Camaro rolling chassis goes on sale this Thursday with a price of just $55,000.

2014 Subaru Forester Diesel gets competitive pricing in UK

By Denis Flierl on March 26, 2013 - 8:01AM

Subaru UK has announced pricing on the all-new 2014 Forester and the new crossover 2.0D X diesel variant will be very competitive.

New leaked 2014 Cadillac CTS images reveal the whole sedan - inside and out

By Patrick Rall on March 25, 2013 - 9:18PM

While the mysterious images of the 2014 Cadillac CTS that we showed you yesterday offered a look at many of the features of the new luxury sedan – today we get a look at pretty much the entire car both inside and out.

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