Automotive News (Page 911)

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.

2014 Chevy Cruze Diesel offers best fuel economy of any non-hybrid in America

By Patrick Rall on April 18, 2013 - 12:46PM

General Motors announced this morning that the new 2014 Chevrolet Cruze Diesel will offer 46 miles per gallon on the highway – making the diesel powered Cruze the most efficient non-hybrid passenger car in America in terms of highway fuel economy.

Dubai Police force adds a Ferrari FF to its arsenal

By Anthony Faccenda on April 18, 2013 - 12:44PM

The impressive Dubai Police fleet now consists of a Ferrari FF, a Lamborghini Aventador and a Chevy Camaro SS.

Volvo S60 Polestar concept goes to production

By Aaron Turpen on April 18, 2013 - 11:05AM

The Volvo S60 Polestar performance concept unveiled in LA is headed for the production line. The limited production run will be exclusive as a pilot project.

All-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee makes its international debut in Shanghai

By Aaron Turpen on April 18, 2013 - 9:48AM

The re-designed 2014 Cherokee debuts at the 2013 Shanghai Auto Show, giving an international audience its first glimpse of the all-new SUV.

2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid fuel mileage

2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid achieves excellent fuel economy [video]

By Denis Flierl on April 18, 2013 - 7:59AM

Subaru unveiled a Japanese specification prototype of its first 2014 XV Crosstrek hybrid model at the technical presentation event held in Japan and reveals the new hybrids excellent fuel mileage numbers.

Protean shows production-ready in-wheel electric motor system for 2014 launch

By David Herron on April 17, 2013 - 5:49PM

Protean's in-wheel electric motor systems could revolutionize drive train packaging and design, while making it very simple for automakers to adapt the electric drive trains to existing vehicle platforms.

The 1 millionth Ford Mustang built in Flat Rock

Happy 49th Birthday Ford Mustang - 1 million built in Flat Rock

By Patrick Rall on April 17, 2013 - 5:09PM

On April 17th 1964, the all-new Ford Mustang was introduced for the very first time at the New York World’s Fair and with today’s 49th birthday celebration – Ford Motor Company has announced that the 1,000,000th Mustang rolled off of the Flat Rock Assembly line 49 years to the day that the Mustang was introduced to the world.

Subaru releases new 2014 Forester interactive dynamic brochure

By Denis Flierl on April 17, 2013 - 7:57AM

Subaru has released the new 2014 Forester interactive online dynamic brochure for global buyers to take a first look at the all-new Forester and see it like never before.

GM making electric motors for Chevy Spark EV in Baltimore

By David Herron on April 16, 2013 - 5:16PM

GM has moved electric motor manufacturing from Mexico to the US for making the Chevy Spark EV, due to go on sale this summer.

Audi and Iron Man 3 create Steer the Story contest

By Aaron Turpen on April 16, 2013 - 3:00PM

Audi and Marvel Engertainment have banded together to ask fans to craft the next Iron Man adventure as part of a planned crowd-sourced digital comic book. Participants can win great prizes for winning final panel entries. Here is how you can get in on the winnings.

Guinness reappoints the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport world's fastest car

By Patrick Rall on April 16, 2013 - 1:13PM

Just over a week ago, the folks from the Guinness Book of World Records removed the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport as the world’s fastest production car due to a concern about possible modifications made to hit the record speed but after a short period of review – Guinness has reinstated the Veyron Super Sport as the world’s fastest production car.

Smart electrified funtestdrive tour showing Fortwo Electric Drive across U.S.

By David Herron on April 16, 2013 - 1:08PM

SmartUSA is touring the Smart Fortwo Electric Drive around the U.S. starting this weekend with an appearance in Los Angeles, and ending in Chicago in July.

2014 Subaru Forester vs. 2013 Honda CR-V and 2014 Toyota RAV4

"Compare RAV4, CR-V vs. Forester" Google ads reduce inventory

By Denis Flierl on April 16, 2013 - 8:12AM

Subaru cleared dealer lots of its 2013 Forester by using "Compare 2014 RAV4, 2013 CR-V vs. 2013 Forester" Google ads to make way for new 2014 Forester.

Tesla Motors might make federal case out of dealership fight in Texas and elsewhere

By David Herron on April 16, 2013 - 12:20AM

Tesla is fighting in several states for the right to sell its electric cars in the way it deems best, via direct sales to customers, while going against the traditional independent dealership system.

Electric Smart Fortwo to have battery leasing option in U.S.

By David Herron on April 15, 2013 - 4:23PM

Leased battery packs reduce the up-front purchase price while insulating electric car buyers from worries down the road.

Chrysler mixes up US management after Ram boss Diaz quits

By Patrick Rall on April 15, 2013 - 3:04PM

After Friday’s departure of Ram brand President and Chrysler Mexico boss Fred Diaz, the Chrysler Group has shuffled up the management in order to continue the company’s impressive growth from the past three years – with all of the positions being filled from within.

Ford, GM working together on 9- and 10-speed transmissions

By Aaron Turpen on April 15, 2013 - 2:16PM

Ford and General Motors are working jointly to develop nine- and ten-speed automatic transmissions for cars, trucks and SUVs. The collaboration builds on previous joint efforts by the Detroit boys.

2013 Fiat 500e price threatens the Nissan Leaf (Video)

By Patrick Rall on April 15, 2013 - 12:52PM

The Chrysler Group has announced the pricing for the new 2013 Fiat 500e and with a purchase price of $32,500 along with a leasing price of just $199 a month – the new all-electric Fiat is just as affordable as the popular Nissan Leaf.

Tommi Makinen drives the 2014 Subaru Forester XT

Tommi Makinen tests the 2014 Subaru Forester XT

By Denis Flierl on April 15, 2013 - 7:54AM

Four-time WRC Champion Tommi Makinen drives the 2014 Subaru Forester XT on the Col de Turini of France. What did the WRC legend think of the all-new Forester?

2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA Class four-door coupe

Mercedes aims to regain luxury car lead with 2014 CLA

By Denis Flierl on April 14, 2013 - 3:58PM

The all-new Mercedes-Benz 2014 CLA is launching around the globe and Mercedes is counting on the luxury compact help the brand regain the top luxury crown over rivals BMW and Audi.

Marketing manager gives exclusive 2014 Camaro SS walk around [video]

By Denis Flierl on April 14, 2013 - 8:00AM

Camaro Marketing Manager of Performance Cars John Fitzpatrick gives an exclusive walkaround of the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro SS RS.

2014 Chevrolet Impala is roomier thanks to virtual reality

By Aaron Turpen on April 13, 2013 - 4:26PM

Virtual reality is responsible for the new, roomier interior of the 2014 Impala, says Chevrolet designers.

The 5 goals of the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray design (Video)

By Patrick Rall on April 13, 2013 - 12:36PM

General Motors has released a new video detailing the 5 goals of the design process for the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray and while they aren't laid out quite so clearly in the video – this new piece gives us a look into the key focus points of design for the gorgeous new C7 Corvette.

Ken Block and Ford Focus racer get insulted by skier [video]

By Denis Flierl on April 13, 2013 - 12:21PM

Ken Block takes his Ford Focus racer to a nether region of Russia for filming of an ad for GoPro and gets a big surprise from a female skier.

Subaru BRZ GT300's new upgrades hurt performance

By Denis Flierl on April 13, 2013 - 10:45AM

The new 2013 Subaru BRZ GT300 has completed the first round of Super GT but new upgrades that were expected to help, cause the race car to finish farther back.

2013 Ford Explorer enters a new global era [video]

By Denis Flierl on April 13, 2013 - 8:23AM

For the first time in the history of the iconic Ford Explorer, the SUV will become a global vehicle and will be produced outside the U.S. Where has Ford started production?

New Subaru BRZ and 2014 Subaru Forester Chinese spec

Subaru advancing 2014 Forester and BRZ into China market

By Denis Flierl on April 12, 2013 - 4:37PM

Subaru will unveil the the new 2014 Forester and BRZ at Auto Shanghai 2013 as they introduce these globally-popular models into the China market.

Cadillac ELR offers steering wheel paddles for engaging regenerative braking

By David Herron on April 12, 2013 - 3:57PM

The 2014 Cadillac ELR, GM's newest extended range electric car, offers a new way to engage regenerative braking, which the automaker says provides a more engaged, satisfying driving experience.

Aston Martin Hybrid Hydrogen Rapide S racer

Aston Martin reveals worlds first Hybrid Hydrogen Rapide S racer

By Denis Flierl on April 12, 2013 - 1:43PM

Aston Martin will have the worlds first Hybrid Hydrogen Rapide S racer that will make its global debut at ADAC Zurich 24 hours of Nurburgring.

Nissan recalls 500k vehicles over shrapnel-propelling airbag defect

By Anthony Faccenda on April 12, 2013 - 1:41PM

Nissan is recalling certain Nissan and Infiniti cars and SUVs over a dangerous airbag flaw that could send debris flying at passengers.

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