Automotive News (Page 905)

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 sued because infotainment system is an 'unmitigated disaster'

By Anthony Faccenda on July 18, 2013 - 3:11PM

A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Ford Motor Co. claiming that the MyFord Touch and MyLincoln infotainment systems are defective.

Liam Doran Returns as Global RallyCross Heads to Bristol

By Patrick Rall on July 18, 2013 - 2:59PM

The fifth race of the 2013 Global RallyCross season will take place this Saturday in Bristol Tennessee and after missing the New Hampshire race last week, series front runner Liam Doran will make his America rally debut in the Mini race car that did so well in Munich.

Steve McQueen's last personal vehicle up for auction

By Aaron Turpen on July 18, 2013 - 2:47PM

Surprisingly, the last vehicle iconic actor Steve McQueen owned and rode in was a pickup truck - and a beauty at that. It's now going to the auction block.

2014 Jeep Cherokee uses soy based materials in a move towards green manufacturing

By John Goreham on July 18, 2013 - 2:39PM

The new Cherokee will use an acoustic foam made from plants rather than petroleum. It has some surprising other benefits as well.

Ford to Introduce Next Generation Mustang with Limited Edition 2014 1/2 Models

By Patrick Rall on July 18, 2013 - 1:02PM

The next generation Ford Mustang is expected to arrive in full force for the 2015 model year but the word from Mustangs Daily is that the first examples of the new S550 Mustang platform will be introduced as a unique 2014 ½ model year Mustang – with just 1,000 examples of the 50th anniversary pony car built ahead of the full 2015 model year.

World’s fastest lawnmower: Honda’s fire breathing 130mph Mean Mower

By Denis Flierl on July 18, 2013 - 7:34AM

Honda is all about innovation and pushing boundaries, but how about building the fastest lawn tractor in the world at 130 mph?

Chrysler recalls all-new Ram 1500 pickups over dangerous computer glitch

By Anthony Faccenda on July 17, 2013 - 4:44PM

Chrysler is recalling certain 2013 Ram 1500 pickups due to a software issue that affects the vehicle’s Electronic Stability Control system.

The 2014 Lexus IS F-Sport (prototype) Photo © 2013 by Don Bain

Rendering 2014 Lexus IS F-Sport could win free yearlong lease

By Don Bain on July 17, 2013 - 4:02PM

Lexus has issued a call to artists to use their pencils, paints or pixels to render an image of the 2014 Lexus IS F-Sport for the chance to win one of 25 prizes, including a complimentary lease of a new Lexus IS for one year.

The 2014 Lexus IS350 F Sport on a road course

New Lexus RC350 Sports Coupe Coming to Tokyo

By Patrick Rall on July 17, 2013 - 3:39PM

Word on the street is that the Tokyo Motor Show in November will play host to the introduction of the Lexus RC 350 – a new sports coupe based on the same platform as the new Lexus IS that should lead up to a high performance RC F package and maybe even a hybrid option in the near future.

New study highlights switch to smaller engines despite growing consumer concern

By John Goreham on July 17, 2013 - 1:52PM

A new study shows just how quickly automakers are moving to small engines. However, there is growing evidence that in the real world the fuel economy of these engines is not living up to promises.

The 2014 Mercedes Benz S63 AMG 4Matic Offers Supercar Performance in a Large Sedan

By Patrick Rall on July 17, 2013 - 11:58AM

The official specs of the new range topping 2014 Mercedes Benz S63 AMG have been announced and in addition to the new high tech 4Matic all wheel drive system – the newest Mercedes super sedan gets an increase in horsepower and torque along with a reduction in weight that helps it to turn out supercar-like performance numbers.

2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray attempts to compete globally [video]

By Denis Flierl on July 17, 2013 - 7:58AM

The first 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray C7 has arrived in Europe for testing and has been developed to be a global sports car. Can it compete with Europe’s supercars?

2013 Ford C-MAX Energi. Photo © 2013 by Don Bain

Ford selling 4 times as many vehicles like C-MAX

By Don Bain on July 16, 2013 - 7:00PM

Ford has increased its share of the electrified vehicle market to almost 16 percent during the first half of 2013, a 12-point gain over last year, lead by hybrids like the C-MAX Energi.

Maserati Ghibli Pricing Announced at Goodwood

By Patrick Rall on July 16, 2013 - 4:54PM

The new Maserati Ghibli made its racing debut this past weekend at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in the United Kingdom but the biggest news for lovers of high performance Italian luxury sports cars was the first bit of pricing information for the new Ghibli across all three forms that will be sold in the UK – numbers on which we can base some guesses at what American Ghibli buyers can expect to pay.

Fousts Last Lap Spin Gives Heikkinen New Hampshire Global RallyCross Win

By Patrick Rall on July 16, 2013 - 2:27PM

Tanner Foust was a dominant force at this past weekend’s Global RallyCross event in New Hampshire in both his heat race and the final run for the win but a rare accident on the last lap in the last turn gave Toomas “Topi” Heikkinen his second straight GRC win – and a powerful lead in the 2013 championship standings.

2014 Nissan Leaf has mild upgrade, joins Nissans regular product cycle

By David Herron on July 16, 2013 - 2:01PM

The 2014 Nissan Leaf is getting a few modest changes, the most important of which is being released as part of Nissan's regular product cycle.

Nissan Leaf Sales Slowed by Production Constraints

By Patrick Rall on July 16, 2013 - 12:14PM

The Nissan Leaf has seen sales rise gradually over the past few months as there has been more and more interest from new markets around the United States but the continued sales growth has hit a wall due to the company’s inability to build enough EVs to satisfy the demand.

Honda launches stunning 2013 Accord V6 HFP special edition

By John Goreham on July 16, 2013 - 11:43AM

The 2013 Honda Accord HFP will make an already very capable and good looking car that much quicker and more appealing.

2014 Nissan GT-R Midnight Opal Special Edition announced

By John Goreham on July 16, 2013 - 11:09AM

The world's most streetable supercar gains a bit of exclusivity and some custom parts and paint for a surprisingly low price adder.

2014 Ford Focus ST and Fiesta ST Mountune

2014 Ford Focus ST and Fiesta ST get hotter with Mountune upgrades

By Denis Flierl on July 16, 2013 - 8:13AM

The 2014 Ford Focus ST and Fiesta ST get even hotter as Ford offers a new Mountune upgrade for even more performance for the hot hatches.

HPE1000 Supercharged 2014 Chevrolet Corvette C7

1000 hp 2014 Chevrolet Corvette C7 arrives from Hennessey

By Denis Flierl on July 16, 2013 - 7:20AM

Hennessey reveals the HPE1000 Supercharged 2014 Corvette C7 upgrade that offers more power than any Stingray should have.

Madden NFL 25 to have an added touch of commercial reality

By John Goreham on July 15, 2013 - 6:44PM

GMC has partnered with the makers of Madden NFL 25 to place advertisements inside the game. Gamers will also be able to access exclusive NFL content via their game systems.

Mercedes C-Class under investigation over fiery taillights

By Anthony Faccenda on July 15, 2013 - 5:21PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced the investigation of about 218,000 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vehicles due to a rear lighting problem that may lead to the taillight assembly igniting.

2014 Mazda3 Hatchback Tops 40 Miles Per Gallon

By Patrick Rall on July 15, 2013 - 11:59AM

The Environmental Protection Agency has issued their first official fuel economy figures for the 2014 Mazda3 hatchback and the great looking compact will offer 40 mpg on the highway, 33mpg combined and either 29 or 30mpg around town depending on the transmission chosen – making it more efficient than the current Mazda3 5-door in every category while also being a touch more powerful.

Hennessey 700hp 2013 Ferrari 458 Spider Twin Turbo

Hennessey 700hp Ferrari 458 Spider Twin Turbo is lightning fast

By Denis Flierl on July 15, 2013 - 7:43AM

The first acceleration tests for the Hennessey 700 hp 2013 Ferrari 458 Spider with Twin Turbos are in and this supercar is ultra fast.

A 2014 Kia Sorrento SXL marks 1 million US built cars

By Don Bain on July 14, 2013 - 8:00PM

Just last week, Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia, Inc. (KMMG) celebrated the US production of its one-millionth vehicle – a snow white 2014 Sorento SXL – at the West Point automobile manufacturing facility.

2015 Ford Mustang returning to Australia after 50 years

By Denis Flierl on July 14, 2013 - 4:33PM

The Australians can celebrate the return of the V8 Mustang as the new global 2015 Ford Mustang returns after being gone for almost 50 years.

1954 Mercedes W196 R Formula 1 racer driven by Juan Manual Fangio

Meet the most expensive used car in the world sold for $31.6 million [UPDATED]

By Denis Flierl on July 14, 2013 - 7:42AM

A rare 1954 Mercedes-Benz racer sells for a record $31.6 million making it the most expensive used car on the planet sold at auction.

Jerry Seinfeld drives Seth Myers around in dead man's Porsche 911 Carrera

By Anthony Faccenda on July 13, 2013 - 10:16PM

Seth Myers gets a special treat this week, as Jerry Seinfeld takes his prized 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS out for a spin.

The new Cadillac ELR. Image courtesy of Newspress

The Cadillac ELR heralds end of non-LED exteriors

By Don Bain on July 13, 2013 - 7:44PM

When the revolutionary Cadillac ELR is released this winter, it will be the first electric vehicle to feature an all-LED exterior lighting system.

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