Automotive News (Page 917)

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.

Honda Civic Wagon Concept coming to Geneva, teased in new artwork

By Patrick Rall on February 6, 2013 - 2:45PM

Honda of Europe has announced that among the company debuts at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show will be the Honda Civic Wagon Concept – with the image on the right offering us our first look at the new 5-door version of the popular compact.

Continental’s Conti EcoPlus HD3 get EPA certificate

Continental's Conti EcoPlus HD3 Gets SmartWay Thumbs Up

By Nicolas Zart on February 6, 2013 - 2:13PM

Continental’s Conti EcoPlus HD3 gets EPA certification. Long haul trucks now new tires to choose from.

2013 Global RallyCross Ford Fiesta ST to debut at the Chicago Auto Show

By Patrick Rall on February 6, 2013 - 12:54PM

The Ford Fiesta dominated almost every race in the 2012 Global RallyCross season including a championship by driver Tanner Foust but at the 2013 Chicago Auto Show, Ford Motorsports will unveil the new 2014 Ford Fiesta ST rally car that will serve as the GRC car for Foust, Brian Deegan and Ken Block in the upcoming season.

Mitsubishi recalls i-MiEV electric cars due to dangerous brake flaw

By Anthony Faccenda on February 6, 2013 - 12:49PM

Mitsubishi has recalled over 1,400 model-year 2012 i-MiEV electric vehicles due to a brake system vacuum pump problem.

2013 Nissan Leaf delivers high end Bose sound system with high efficiency

By David Herron on February 6, 2013 - 12:14PM

The new American-built 2013 Nissan Leaf sports higher energy efficiency, including a highly efficient high end audio system from Bose.

One of four remaining James Bond Aston Martin DB5s goes up for sale

By Anthony Faccenda on February 6, 2013 - 11:27AM

A rare Aston Martin DB5 used in the James Bond series is currently up for sale thanks to Aston Martin Specialist Dealer RS Williams with an hefty asking price of $4.7 million.

Hotter Ford Focus ST coming to the Chicago Auto Show

By John Goreham on February 6, 2013 - 11:12AM

fifteen52 will show off the TrackSTer Ford Focus ST as part of its partnership with Ford and racer Ken Block at CAS.

2015 Ford Mustang to receive new global platform designation

By Denis Flierl on February 6, 2013 - 7:59AM

The 2015 Ford Mustang won’t be called by the old S197 platform, but will receive a new designation to go along with the extensive changes coming for the new global pony car.

Rapper The Game remains loyal to San Francisco, shows of 49ers-themed Dodge Challenger

By Anthony Faccenda on February 5, 2013 - 9:15PM

On Monday morning, just one day after the 49ers disappointing Super Bowl loss, The Game posted pictures of his 49ers-themed Dodge Challenger and 49ers tattoo on Instagram.

2013 Subaru WRX / WRX STI Special Edition models

Subaru WRX / WRX STI special edition models are super exclusive

By Denis Flierl on February 5, 2013 - 7:17PM

Subaru has announced pricing on two limited run exclusive 2013 Special Edition WRX and WRX STI sedan models that will be coming to the U.S. this spring.

Ford trains dealerships to handle hybrids in order to increase sales

How Carmakers Can Train Dealerships To Sell More Electric Vehicles

By Nicolas Zart on February 5, 2013 - 7:06PM

The relationship between dealerships and electric vehicles is not easy. Certain carmakers are training and certifying dealerships to increase sales.

1967 Alvis Burns Special one-of-a-kind car being auctioned

By Aaron Turpen on February 5, 2013 - 5:30PM

At the Silverstone Auctions later this month, a unique 1967 Alvis Burns Special saloon will be up for sale after winning awards at several concourses.

Have a look and listen at the Ferrari F70/F150 hybrid supercar on the track

By Patrick Rall on February 5, 2013 - 5:28PM

Ferrari has spent the last year or so teasing us about the upcoming Enzo successor that could be named the F70 or the F150 and while we don’t know what it will be called, we do know that it will be awesome and the most recent proof of this awesomeness being a five minute video of a drivetrain test mule in action on the track.

UPS deploying over 100 electric delivery vans in California

By David Herron on February 5, 2013 - 3:19PM

The deployment of 100 electric delivery vans by UPS is expected to save 126,000 gallons per year and play a role in helping to implement California's zero emissions vehicle goals.

The 2013 Scion iQ. Photo courtesy of Scion.

Scion iQ a smart buy for those on a budget

By Don Bain on February 5, 2013 - 3:08PM

The 2013 Scion iQ has taken the 5-Year Cost to Own Award from Kelley Blue Book today for the lowest projected costs of ownership in the subcompact category – echoing our admonition yesterday that though bigger may be better, smaller is cheaper.

The Chrysler Group Top 6 sellers in January 2013 include some surprises

By Patrick Rall on February 5, 2013 - 2:51PM

The Chrysler Group has long been lead in monthly and annual sales by models like the Ram Trucks, the minivan lineup and the large sedans including the Dodge Charger and the Chrysler 300 but in January 2013, some surprising models found themselves atop the list of the company’s bestselling vehicles.

Plug-in hybrids like Chevy Volt to rapidly gain popularity, according to report

By David Herron on February 5, 2013 - 2:31PM

According to research firm Frost and Sullivan, plug-in hybrid cars are naturally more popular than battery electric cars, and as a result PHEV or EREV sales will grow more rapidly.

Strong sales in January due to the Toyota Prius

Trying To Understand The January EV Sales Winner

By Nicolas Zart on February 5, 2013 - 1:54PM

Figures don’t lie but carmaker can figure almost anything from numbers. Last month’s alternative energy vehicle sales were good but doesn’t paint an accurate vision.

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe price comes as a fuel economy shocker

By John Goreham on February 5, 2013 - 10:43AM

Hyundai has announced prices for one of the best values in the 3-row compact/mid-size crossover marketplace. Hidden in the announcement is a fuel economy surprise to some.

Harry Styles buys Porsche Carrera for his father, then one Cayman S for self

By Denis Flierl on February 5, 2013 - 7:44AM

Harry Styles of One Direction fame bought a new Porsche Carrera for his father, and then decided to purchased a new 2014 Porsche Cayman S as a birthday gift to himself.

2013 GMC Yukon Denali. Photo © 2013 by Don Bain

When it comes to car safety bigger really is better

By Don Bain on February 4, 2013 - 10:05PM

Bigger vehicles tend to protect their occupants better in a collision than smaller vehicles, concluded by Insure.com in a comparison of the best and worst in passenger conveyances.

New Bright 2014 C7 Corvette Stingray Coupe RC car

The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray arrives in the toy market

By Patrick Rall on February 4, 2013 - 8:30PM

If you are one of the millions of people around the world who are in love with the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe but cannot afford a $50k sports car, the people at New Bright have a solution with the introduction of their new radio control 2014 Corvette Stingray – the first example of the C7 Corvette in the toy market.

Patrick Dempsey to race with Porsche at 24 Hours of Le Mans

By Anthony Faccenda on February 4, 2013 - 7:47PM

Patrick Dempsey's return to the 2013 24 Hours of Le Mans will be the actor's second appearance at the annual endurance race.

An image from the 2013 Audi Super Bowl spot Prom.

Hyundai and Kia win big with Super Bowl commercials

By Don Bain on February 4, 2013 - 6:56PM

During the first half of yesterday’s Super Bowl, advertisements for automobiles, snacks and beverages were some of the best programming on the box, with Hyundai and Kia getting the biggest boost in online searches after their ads ran.

The Chevrolet Volt starts 2013 with another beating of the Nissan Leaf in January

By Patrick Rall on February 4, 2013 - 2:18PM

The Chevrolet Volt started off 2013 in much better form than it did in 2012, moving almost twice as many units in January than did the Nissan Leaf as the electric Chevy looks to win a second straight EV sales title.

Nissan Skyline GT-R, Corvette's Japanese soulmate

By John Goreham on February 4, 2013 - 2:15PM

In Japan, the Nissan Skyline GT-R is thought of in the same way that US enthusiasts view the Corvette. Here is why.

Chevrolet Camaro tops Ford Mustang, Dodge Challenger in January 2013 sales

By Patrick Rall on February 4, 2013 - 1:31PM

The Chevrolet Camaro began 2013 in much the same way that it ended 2012 – with a decline in sales compared to the previous year while still moving enough units to be America’s bestselling muscle car.

Joe Flacco Super Bowl MVP 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray C7

Super Bowl MVP Flacco wins 2014 Corvette C7 and much more

By Denis Flierl on February 4, 2013 - 7:38AM

The Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco was named Super Bowl MVP and won a new 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray for the honor, but he is about to receive a lot more.

Forester and WRX help Subaru get a fast start in 2013

By Denis Flierl on February 3, 2013 - 8:14AM

The 2013 Subaru Forester and WRX have helped Subaru get to a fast start in 2013 with an impressive increase in January sales, and the new 2014 Subaru Forester is set to launch in the U.S. this spring.

2013 Subaru WRX STI 4-door Nurburgring race car

2013 WRX STI improvements produce impressive results

By Denis Flierl on February 3, 2013 - 8:02AM

The new improvements made to the 2013 Subaru WRX STI Nurburgring 24-hour race car were put to the test at the Fuji Speedway in Japan and produced some impressive results.

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