Automotive News (Page 908)

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.

GM signs Climate Declaration, saying action on climate change is good business

By David Herron on May 1, 2013 - 4:32PM

General Motors is the first automaker to sign on with the Climate Declaration campaign organized by the Business for Innovative Climate & Energy Policy.

Three new packages add big personality to the 2014 VW Golf

By Patrick Rall on May 1, 2013 - 12:52PM

The Volkswagen Golf is one of the sportiest hatchbacks on the market but with three new R-Line packages – the 2014 Golf offers buyers a more aggressive look inside and out along with improved handling for a surprisingly low price.

Coda Automotive shuts down as parent company refocuses on Coda Energy

By David Herron on May 1, 2013 - 12:09PM

Coda Holdings is entering bankruptcy as they seek to restructure the business to focus on their energy storage systems business, a market in which Coda Energy is proving to be successful.

2013 Toyota RAV4 passes critical test buyers need to know about

By John Goreham on May 1, 2013 - 8:56AM

The new RAV4 has been crash tested by the Institue For Highway Safety and the results are a big relief to Toyota.

2014 Ford Fiesta ST and 2014 Ford Focus ST

Two captivating factors the Fiesta ST offers performance enthusiasts [video]

By Denis Flierl on May 1, 2013 - 8:08AM

Ford is producing the 2014 Ford Fiesta ST and Focus ST with two driving dynamics that are getting attention all over the globe. See why the ST models are getting high praise.

Electricore wins Energy Commission grant for battery pack standardization

By David Herron on April 30, 2013 - 11:26PM

Lower cost electric cars could result from a research project being launched by Electricore, who has been awarded a California Energy Commission research grant to support standardization of plug-in vehicle battery packs.

Land Rover turns 65, not ready to retire yet

By Aaron Turpen on April 30, 2013 - 10:59PM

Today, April 30, marks the 65th anniversary of Land Rover and celebrations commenced at Packington Estate where the company first held its proving grounds 65 years ago. Rovers new and old were in attendance, including a few codgers from the early days.

Chrysler wants you to help pick 2013 SEMA Show contest winners

By Patrick Rall on April 30, 2013 - 3:25PM

Each year at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas, the Chrysler Group features a collection of privately owned vehicles and for the 2013 Las Vegas automotive super-convention – Chrysler has looked to the social networking world to help pick the vehicles that the company will feature this year in a new contest with thousands of dollars in prizes.

Why Nissan chose now to make the 370Z NISMO more subtle

By John Goreham on April 30, 2013 - 2:48PM

Nissan takes the bling down a notch on the 2014 370Z NISMO hoping its look will match the tastes of those in the tax bracket required to own one.

McLaren P1 caught out in the cold

By Aaron Turpen on April 30, 2013 - 2:46PM

Extreme durability testing of the McLaren P1 supercar takes it to the Arctic Circle where it contributes to global warming by seriously heating up the ice. Watch video!

GM trademarks LT4 and LT5 – possibly for new Camaro and Corvette engines

By Patrick Rall on April 30, 2013 - 12:02PM

General Motors enthusiast communities are abuzz after discovering that the automaker has applied for a handful of old school high performance engine monikers including LT4, LT5, L88 and LTX – leading to much speculation as to what might be coming for the new Corvette, the next generation Camaro and the new Chevy SS performance sedan over the next few years.

How GMC Sierra's new safety alert will stop accidents

By John Goreham on April 30, 2013 - 10:40AM

The 2014 GMC Sierra will have a unique feature that alerts the driver to impending accidents. Can you guess how the truck sends the message?

Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark, in Iron Man 3 driving 2014 Audi R8 e-tron

2014 Audi R8 e-tron adds to Iron Man 3 hype

By Denis Flierl on April 30, 2013 - 7:51AM

The Iron Man 3 movie is about to open around the world and Audi is hoping to create a buzz around their 2014 Audi R8 e-tron with new commercials featuring Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark driving the new sports car. Will they succeed?

Do your feelings about red light and speed cameras match the majority?

By John Goreham on April 29, 2013 - 5:49PM

An IIHS study seems to dispel the conventional wisdom that the general public does not like this type of enforcement.

Quentin Tarantino stolen Chevy Malibu found

Quentin Tarantino's stolen 'Pulp Fiction' 1965 Chevy Malibu found

By Anthony Faccenda on April 29, 2013 - 5:45PM

After going missing 17 years ago, California police have finally recovered Quentin Tarantino's stolen 1965 Chevy Malibu Super Sport, which was featured in Pulp Fiction.

Aston Martin completes first hydrogen zero emissions powered lap of Nürburgring

By David Herron on April 29, 2013 - 4:53PM

Aston Martin's Hybrid Hydrogen Rapide S, is a prototype race car capable of burning hydrogen, gasoline or a hydrogen-gasoline mix.

2014 Lexus IS350 and IS250 pricing will tempt BMW 3 Series shoppers

By John Goreham on April 29, 2013 - 2:53PM

The new 2014 Lexus IS line will cost almost 20% less than a similarly equipped BMW. Lexus will now offer 306 hp for the price of BMW's 240 hp model. Here are the details on the prices for the new Lexus IS line.

The fender badges of the 2013 Ford Taurus SHO MaxBoost 445 from Hennessey

Hennessey Performance introduces 445hp 2013 Ford Taurus SHO

By Patrick Rall on April 29, 2013 - 2:36PM

Hennessey Performance is best known for their high performance V8 and V10 American performance cars, the Texas based tuner has turned their attention to the powerful 2013 Ford Taurus SHO sedan with MaxBoost 445 package – offering impressive results of 445 horsepower and quarter mile times in the high 12 second range.

Mercedes Benz technology helped catch the Boston bombers

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

Catching the Boston Marathon bombers was an undertaking of monumental proportions for Boston area law enforcement but the first big break in catching Islamic terrorists Tamerlan and Dzhokhar Tsarnaev after they had set off the pair of homemade bombs in Boston came thanks to the Mercedes Benz mbrace vehicle tracking system.

Hands-free driving coming with your next Cadillac

By John Goreham on April 29, 2013 - 10:50AM

Cadillac has developed hands-free cruise control. Super Cruise uses existing technology and Cadillac claims it may be an option on your next car. We break down the way your car will drive you.

This 2013 Subaru BRZ is the fastest on the planet [video]

By Denis Flierl on April 29, 2013 - 8:14AM

Ali Afshar has already run 174 mph in a Subaru and his ESX Motorsports 2013 Subaru BRZ will attempt a record setting run down the drag strip this weekend.

The 2013 Ford C-Max hybrid. Image courtesy of Ford.

2013 Ford Fusion and C-Max hybrids making gains in corporate fleets

By Don Bain on April 29, 2013 - 2:47AM

In 2013, the Ford Fusion and C-Max hybrids may alter the level of market penetration of such hybrid vehicles by making significant inroads into the fleets of corporate America.

Tough new Toyota 4Runner pleases buyers with old-school charms

By John Goreham on April 28, 2013 - 10:54AM

The new 2014 Toyota 4Runner stays a rugged SUV, unlike the Nissan Pathfinder which is now on a car-based platform. Is this the last "right-sized" real SUV in the US market?

Porsche develops new fuel-efficient Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid

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

Volkswagen chairman announces the development of new fuel-saving technologies and a new Porsche Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid that is slated for production.

First off-road, all-electric race car to challenge Baja

By Aaron Turpen on April 27, 2013 - 11:48PM

The NORRA Mexican 1000 competition has become one of the most contested of the Baja Penninsula races, with stars like Parnelli Jones, James Garner and screen and race legend Steve McQueen participating in its history. Now it makes history again with the first EV to challenge the four-day General Tire Mexican 1000 rally.

Michael Schumacher to drive Formula 1 Silver Arrow on Nurburgring

By Aaron Turpen on April 27, 2013 - 11:29PM

The legendary Silver Arrow will return to the Nordschleife, driven by seven-time F1 world champion Michael Schumacher on May 19th, marking the first time since Juan Manuel Fangio's victory in 1954 that a modern F1 Silver Arrow has been on the Nordschleife.

Honda recalls 46,000 Fit models over electronic stability control problem

By Anthony Faccenda on April 27, 2013 - 3:00PM

Honda is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Honda Fit Sport models due to an electronic stability control issue, which may increase the risk of a crash.

Nissan recalls over 123k Altimas over spare tire defect

By Anthony Faccenda on April 27, 2013 - 1:31PM

Nissan is recalling certain model year 2013 Nissan Altimas due to a spare tire issue, which may result in the tire being over-or under-inflated.

Mercedes-Benz GLA Concept previews 2015 Mercedes GLA Class

2015 Mercedes GLA will be Range Rover Evoque killer [video]

By Denis Flierl on April 27, 2013 - 12:00PM

A new production version of the Mercedes-Benz GLA Concept will launch next year and will be a major rival for the popular Range Rover Evoque.

The Ford Atlas image from the evo infographic. Courtesy of Ford.

An in-depth look at the Ford Atlas F150 Concept with F-Series Chief Designer

By Don Bain on April 27, 2013 - 2:31AM

The Ford Atlas Concept has generated a lot of interest as Ford looks to the future by reimagining every aspect of what a truck can be – Torque News talked with Gordon Platto, Ford’s F-Series Chief Designer about the non-production model this week.

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