Automotive News (Page 932)

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.

2012 Lamborghini Aventador recalled over headlight adjustment issues

By Patrick Rall on December 14, 2012 - 5:17PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced a recall of 144 examples of the high performance Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 over an issue surrounding the adjustment of the projection headlight system – a problem that could lead to improper lighting in front of the Aventador for the driver or possibly shining into the eyes of other drivers in oncoming traffic.

The Rinspeed microMAX has all the key ingredients for the future of mobility

microMAX EV Is Rinspeed's Take On The Future Of Mobility

By Nicolas Zart on December 14, 2012 - 2:55PM

Rinspeed has shown us some intriguing and sometime thoroughly entertaining concepts. The microMAX EV has all the making of what the future of mobility looks like.

Ferrari Magazine issues new teasers of the Enzo replacement - now called the F150

By Patrick Rall on December 14, 2012 - 2:44PM

The 19th issue of the Official Ferrari Magazine is packed full of all of the usual Italian supercar and racecar information but the key feature of the newest virtual magazine is the best look that we have seen thus far of the new Ferrari Enzo replacement due to arrive sometime this year – a car which the Ferrari Magazine refers to as the F150.

Ford's Key Life Test bumps up lithium battery performance

Ford Stress Tests Its Batteries Reliably For Ten Years

By Nicolas Zart on December 14, 2012 - 1:33PM

After simulating 10 years worth of battery use, Ford proves its battery technology is up for the job. See what the company is doing to make Lithium Ion more reliable.

Lamborghini to build one-off supercar for 50th anniversary in 2013

By Patrick Rall on December 14, 2012 - 12:04PM

Ferruccio Lamborghini founded Automobili Ferruccio Lamborghini SpA. in 1963 so 2013 will mark the 50th anniversary of the legendary supercar builder – an occasion that the company plans to commemorate with a special one off car to punctuate their grand celebration of the brand’s golden anniversary.

2014 Mercedes-Benz E Class Sedan and Wagon

First look: 2014 Mercedes E-Class Sedan and Wagon

By Denis Flierl on December 14, 2012 - 9:49AM

The new extensively updated 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan and Wagon details have been released.

Official information on the 2014 Maserati Quattroporte released

By Aaron Turpen on December 14, 2012 - 8:03AM

Maserati has officially released powertrain and other impressive details for the sixth-generation Quattroporte, expected to enter showrooms for 2014. A perfect mix of power, luxury, and technology.

2013 Subaru BRZ keeps piling up awards

By Denis Flierl on December 14, 2012 - 7:56AM

The 2013 Subaru BRZ keeps getting awards and receives another honor along with the new Scion FR-S.

The 2012 Aston Martin Rapide & Katie McKenzie Photo © 2012 by Don Bain

The different criteria driving luxury, non-luxury buyers

By Don Bain on December 13, 2012 - 5:59PM

Many people put fuel economy first when looking for a new car, but luxury brands are doing very well and efficiency is not their strong point. What’s important to these two groups overlaps, but shows very different hierarchy.

Jaguar Land Rover opens winter test facility in Minnesota

By Aaron Turpen on December 13, 2012 - 4:46PM

Jaguar has opened a new winter test facility in International Falls, Minn for all-weather testing of Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles.

Ward's announces their 10 Best Engines for 2013

By Patrick Rall on December 13, 2012 - 4:45PM

The people at Ward’s Auto have announced their 10 Best Engines for 2013 and as the “premier industry honors for car and light truck engines” – this is an important award for the makers behind the 10 engines to claim this year’s award.

How did Terry Hershner travel 3500+ miles on an electric motorcycle in 6 days?

By David Herron on December 13, 2012 - 3:55PM

Terry Hershner's recently completed a cross country trip with his 2012 Zero S ZF9 electric motorcycle, what's the technology that made this trip possible?

Terri sees the irony using an electric motor to drive those petroleum rigs.

Terry Hershner Drives 3000 Miles On An Electric Zero Motorcycles

By Nicolas Zart on December 13, 2012 - 3:00PM

Terry Hershner proves 3000 on one of the two TTXGP Zero Motorcycles is possible. How did he do it, read on.

Mitsubishi previews the all new 2014 Outlander

By John Goreham on December 13, 2012 - 1:10PM

Mitsubishi's Subaru Outback and Toyota Highlander competitor is improved in many ways.

Redesigned 2014 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra debut on Facebook

By Patrick Rall on December 13, 2012 - 11:57AM

At 9:30am this morning, General Motors used the social networking site Facebook to unveil the next generation of their topselling full sized pickups with the introduction of the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado and 2014 GMC Sierra – with a refined cabin, new engine options and what looks to be a light refresh to the exterior.

Acura provides a glimpse of the all-new 2014 MDX

By John Goreham on December 13, 2012 - 8:15AM

Acura has an opportunity to take market share with its new 2014 MDX luxury sport utility vehicle.

2013 Shelby GT500 V8 wins top engine trophy

By Denis Flierl on December 13, 2012 - 7:51AM

The new 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 V8 and 2.0-liter EcoBoost engines both win a highly coveted 10 Best Engines trophy from the editors of WardsAuto World.

Igor Komarov, Sergey Chemezov, Carlos Ghosn & Ruben Vardanian

Renault Nissan Alliance announces history making Russian joint venture

By Don Bain on December 13, 2012 - 1:39AM

The Renault-Nissan alliance announced today it will gain the majority stake in a joint venture with Russian Technologies to accelerate product development and technology with AVTOVAZ, Russia's largest carmaker and owner of the LADA nameplate.

Tesla Motors preparing to distribute the Model S in Europe and Canada

By David Herron on December 12, 2012 - 10:48PM

Tesla Motors has opened a warehouse, assembly, and distribution center, in Tilburg, Netherlands, that will pave the way for Tesla Model S distribution in Europe later this year.

2013 North American Car and Truck of the Year Finalists announced

By Patrick Rall on December 12, 2012 - 10:17PM

The 50 jurors from the North American Car and Truck of the Year panel have announced the finalists for the 2013 award with a pair of trios that are as interesting as ever with the new Ford C-Max hybrid in the running for Truck/Utility of the Year while Car of the Year has three sedans that could stand to benefit greatly from the major award.

Nissan opens battery pack plant in Smyrna ahead of U.S. based Leaf manufacturing

By David Herron on December 12, 2012 - 6:34PM

With what will be the largest lithium-ion battery manufacturing plant in the U.S., Nissan is preparing for mass production of the Leaf.

Current Mazda Miata named to Car and Driver 10 Best Cars list for last time

By John Goreham on December 12, 2012 - 4:58PM

As the sun sets on the third generation Mazda Miata, the car is still the best at what it does.

BMW is turning a green leaf without sacrificing performance

Interview with BMW's Head Designer On This Century's Vision

By Nicolas Zart on December 12, 2012 - 1:47PM

BMW is synonymous with performance gasoline engines and silver metallic cars. Their next bold bet for the future involves a very bold use of alternative energy and efficient aerodynamics.

Toyota to fix trunk release defect on Lexus ES, IS, and GS

By Anthony Faccenda on December 12, 2012 - 1:32PM

Toyota has not announced a recall schedule, but did reveal that it has identified a solution for its trunk release problem on Lexus ES, IS, and GS and that a recall should soon follow.

2014 Chevrolet Silverado teased, will debut tomorrow on Facebook (Updated)

By Patrick Rall on December 12, 2012 - 1:03PM

The Chevrolet Facebook page with play host to the official debut of the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado on Thursday December 13th (that’s tomorrow) – finally giving the world a look at the next generation of the popular Chevy pickup and bringing the full details on the new General Motors truck lineup.

BMW will launch its most exclusive car, the M6 Gran Coupe in 2013

By John Goreham on December 12, 2012 - 12:41PM

BMW's most exclusive car M6 will launch soon. Learn what makes it so special.

Honda recalls 870,000 Odyssey, Pilot, MDX vehicles worldwide over roll away problem

By Anthony Faccenda on December 12, 2012 - 12:32PM

Honda's recall stems from an October investigation by the NHTSA into certain 2003 and 2004 Honda Odyssey and Pilot vehicles. The government agency launched the probe after it received 43 complaints of vehicle roll away.

Production of the Jaguar C-X75 supercar cancelled due to the economic crisis

By Patrick Rall on December 12, 2012 - 12:04PM

Supercar lovers got some bad news from across the pond this week as Jaguar has announced the cancellation of their incredible C-X75 hybrid supercar due to the ongoing economic crisis in Europe and around the world.

2014 Mercedes CLA 45 AMG will premiere with new 4MATIC

By Denis Flierl on December 12, 2012 - 8:20AM

The new high-performance 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG will premiere next year with a new variant of the 4MATIC.

World's oldest Ford returns to its roots

By Aaron Turpen on December 12, 2012 - 1:57AM

Henry Ford's first production vehicle for the new Ford Motor Company was the 1903 Model A, the precursor to the well-known Model T that made Ford what it is today.

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