Automotive News (Page 906)

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.

Kiefer Sutherland's Jack Bauer-esque Aston Martin DB9 for sale on eBay

By Anthony Faccenda on July 13, 2013 - 7:03PM

The 24 star's former ride, a 2005 Aston Martin DB9 luxury coupe, is currently for sale on eBay.

Is 2013 Honda Accord back as best sedan in America?

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

The new 2013 Honda Accord and Civic have been named by KBB as the best sedans in America under 25K in their respective categories. Are the Honda Accord and Civic really back on top?

Tesla Model S production significantly above targets for 2013

By David Herron on July 12, 2013 - 6:10PM

Elon Musk said the Tesla factory is cranking out significantly more than 400 Model S's a week, which would give good odds the company will significantly beat the 21,000 car target for 2013.

GM enabling solar powered electric car charging with smart grid API's in Volt

By David Herron on July 12, 2013 - 5:30PM

GM and TimberRock are developing support for an integrated solar power system, with grid energy storage and electric car charging, enabling smart grid goodness.

Jaguar C-X75 hypercar sets the pace for global performance sports cars [video]

By Denis Flierl on July 12, 2013 - 5:11PM

The Jaguar C-X75 hypercar is only one of five prototype development and test hypercars in existence and reveals the future of luxury performance sports cars.

Formula E ready to build electric race cars, adds Berlin to 2014 calendar

By David Herron on July 12, 2013 - 4:33PM

The electric race car series due to launch in 2014 reached two significant milestones, showing they're ready to build the race cars, and have a complete calendar for the 2014 season.

2014 Mazdaspeed 3 on its way with more power

By Denis Flierl on July 12, 2013 - 2:42PM

The new 2014 Mazdaspeed 3 will have considerably more power than the 2014 Mazda3 hatchback and sedan, but will it be enough to compete with Ford and VW?

Watch Tanner Foust blister the Nurburgring in the 2014 Ford Fiesta ST [video]

By Denis Flierl on July 12, 2013 - 10:41AM

Tanner Foust takes on the Nurburgring in the 2014 Ford Fiesta ST and comes away thoroughly impressed.

2014 Mazda3 Sedan details revealed ahead of launch [video]

By Denis Flierl on July 12, 2013 - 8:27AM

The all-new 2014 Mazda3 Sedan details with video have been released ahead of its U.S. launch this fall.

BMW i3 electric car details revealed, 0-60 in 7sec, 100+ mile electric range

By David Herron on July 11, 2013 - 7:36PM

Finally released details of the BMW i3 show show it's a zippy little electric car, with advanced driver assist features.

Build Your 2014 BMW 4 Series Coupe Online Now Starting at $41,425

By Patrick Rall on July 11, 2013 - 6:10PM

BMW has fired up the configuration page for the new 4 Series Coupe on the BMWUSA.com website – giving prospective buyers and dreamers alike the chance to build their ideal coupe formerly known as the 3 Series with prices beginning at $41,425.

The 2014 Nissan Versa Note. Image courtesy of PRNewswire.

Nissan's videophiles may see their Versa Note shorts on national TV

By Don Bain on July 11, 2013 - 5:35PM

Nissan knows how to market the new Versa Note to its intended demographic, notably among the young, urban and active, who will use the second generation of the aerodynamically sculpted hatchback not only to go places, but also to access the life experiences of their dreams.

The 2014 Corvette Stingray is the Fastest Power Wheels - but Not the Fastest Kid's Car

By Patrick Rall on July 11, 2013 - 3:27PM

Fisher Price has announced the newest addition to their Power Wheels lineup with their new 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray and when the C7 Corvette for kids goes on sale later this year, it will be the fastest Power Wheels model available – although it is still a bit slower than the SRT Viper for kids.

Toyota RAV4 fails important crash test

By John Goreham on July 11, 2013 - 1:12PM

In May we warned readers that there were reasons to wait before buying the 2013 Toyota RAV4. This week the RAV4 failed the small frontal overlap crash test its direct competitors have done well on, casting doubt on its safety.

Ken Block and Travis Pastrana battle for position

Global RallyCross back in action tonight on ESPN3

By Patrick Rall on July 11, 2013 - 12:10PM

The 2013 Global RallyCross Championship season continues tonight as the drivers finally hit US soil at the New Hampshire Motor Speedway for the 4th race of the season – after beginning the 2013 GRC campaign included three events at XGames events in other locations around the world.

Introducing the Sinister 2013 Ram 1500 Black Express

By Patrick Rall on July 11, 2013 - 9:56AM

The 2013 model year is almost gone but the Chrysler Group has introduced the new Ram 1500 Black Express to help the half ton pickup finish the model year strong – with this all black package applied to the popular Express value group offering Hemi power and a sinister, sporty appearance.

2014 Volkswagen Beetle GSR limited edition

Sporty 2014 Volkswagen Beetle GSR launching with hot new engine

By Denis Flierl on July 11, 2013 - 7:45AM

Volkswagen is shaking things up with new turbocharged engines for the 2014 Jetta, Beetle and Passat and a sporty new 2014 Beetle GSR that is faster and more fuel-efficient.

Netherlands getting largest yet national electric car fast charging network

By David Herron on July 10, 2013 - 10:22PM

Netherlands company Fastned is starting to build its planned network of 200 DC Fast Charging stations, looking to cover the entire country.

Toyota challenges eco-savvy influencers to fuel efficiency contest

By David Herron on July 10, 2013 - 7:35PM

Toyota is challenging 7 eco-savvy eco-influencers to a contest of fuel efficiency in a Toyota Prius Plug-in.

The Body Paint image of the Fiat Abarth Cabrio. Image courtesy Newspress

When Fiat talks Body Paint, it is what you're thinking [video]

By Don Bain on July 10, 2013 - 7:10PM

Fiat has created an image of the 500 Abarth Cabrio from painted human bodies assembled to look just like the car – making it look muscular at a distance and bawdy up close.

Callaway to tune 2014 Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra up to 540hp

By Patrick Rall on July 10, 2013 - 5:42PM

Even though the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra haven’t hit dealerships around the country yet, the folks at Callaway Performance have announced plans to offer high performance tuning options for the new GM pickups with the results reaching 540 horsepower.

Ford slashes price of 2014 Focus EV to counter abysmal sales

By Anthony Faccenda on July 10, 2013 - 2:21PM

Ford has announced it will drop the price of the 2014 Ford Focus EV by $4,000, but is it too little, too late?

NHTSA says GM's screening process may be unable to spot dangerous vehicles

By Anthony Faccenda on July 10, 2013 - 11:34AM

The federal government is calling GM’s testing methods into question after the automaker failed to identify a vehicle that later caught fire.

Why hot new Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid will be a winner

By Denis Flierl on July 10, 2013 - 7:45AM

Subaru is already having to increase production of the 2014 XV Crosstrek Hybrid because of incredible customer response. Can you have both all-wheel-drive and fuel-efficiency?

A parade of MINIs. Image courtesy of Newspress

So many MINIs parading in Michigan may make a Guinness World Record

By Don Bain on July 9, 2013 - 3:47PM

MINI owners throughout the nation are invited to Mackinaw City, Michigan to form the longest parade of MINIs ever to cross the world renowned 5-mile long Mackinac Bridge that spans the straights connecting Lake Michigan and Lake Huron.

J.D. Power study says electric cars too expensive, too small, and too unreliable

By John Goreham on July 9, 2013 - 3:45PM

In its debut release J.D. Power and Associates' new study confirms what many have been saying for some time. EVs are not ready for prime time.

The most commonly stolen new car is not a car

By John Goreham on July 9, 2013 - 3:03PM

Trucks and giant SUVs top HDLI's list of most commonly stolen newer vehicles.

BMW i3 to Debut Later This Month - Hitting US Dealerships in January Under $35k

By Patrick Rall on July 9, 2013 - 2:29PM

BMW announced last week via a teaser video that the production version of the BMW i3 electric vehicle will debut on July 29th with the first units hitting European dealerships in November and North American dealerships getting their hands on the i3 in January 2014 – with a price for the all electric version expected to carry a starting price under $35,000.

The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe

30mpg makes the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray the most efficient sports car ever

By Patrick Rall on July 9, 2013 - 11:18AM

General Motors has announced the first batch of fuel economy figures for the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray coupe and with the ability to offer 30 miles per gallon on the highway – the new C7 Corvette is the most efficient sports car in the world.

2014 Audi RS 7 Sportback is the sweetest ride on the planet [video]

By Denis Flierl on July 9, 2013 - 7:56AM

Audi is launching the new Audi RS 7 Sportback with superior performance and a driving dynamics package that takes it to another level for driving enthusiasts.

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