Automotive News (Page 938)

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.

GE will buy 2000 Ford C-Max vehicles and Ford will promote GE's alternative fueling stations

By John Goreham on November 20, 2012 - 1:29PM

Ford and General Electric’s collaboration on alternative energy vehicles has a surprise if one looks deeper. The "alternative" is not necessarily a green power source.

Ultra-high-performance Jaguar XFR-S makes its world debut

By Denis Flierl on November 20, 2012 - 7:37AM

The fastest most powerful Jaguar ever built, the XFR-S, will make its world debut in LA along with the 2013 Range Rover and Jaguar F-TYPE.

Honda introduces tiny new 1.6L high-performance diesel

By Aaron Turpen on November 20, 2012 - 1:45AM

Honda will introduce a new small-displacement diesel engine as part of their Earth Dreams Technology series in Europe. The tiny 1.6L diesel will appear in the Civic in 2013 with class-leading power and torque.

KleenSpeed unveiling the KAR, an electric car with amazing 150 mile range

By David Herron on November 19, 2012 - 8:29PM

KleenSpeed's KAR is billed as an electric car, with a low price of $9,995, a leased battery pack, and an amazing 150 mile electric driving range.

Ford builds 500,000th EcoBoost vehicle in fight with Toyota

By David Herron on November 19, 2012 - 6:36PM

Ford's EcoBoost turbocharged gasoline engines not only offer great fuel economy and emissions improvements, but their growing sales are helping Ford in its quest to beat Toyota.

List of car companies offering incentives to Hurricane Sandy victims

By Anthony Faccenda on November 19, 2012 - 6:15PM

Ford, Mazda, Volvo, Nissan and Chrysler are presenting Sandy victims with cash rebates.

Amazing 1 liter Ford EcoBoost coming to US in 2014 Fiesta

By John Goreham on November 19, 2012 - 5:26PM

2014 Ford Fiesta will be the first to have the highly praised 1 liter, 3-cylinder engine with unreal gas mileage.

Audi introducing four new diesels to the U.S. in 2013 [updated]

By Denis Flierl on November 19, 2012 - 4:09PM

Audi has announced they will be offering four new 2014 TDI diesel models to the U.S. market next year, the 2014 Audi A8, A7, A6 and Q5.

CODA receives high praise from the LA Business Journal

CODA Receives 2012 Patrick Soon-Shiong Innovation Award from the Los Angeles Business Journal

By Nicolas Zart on November 19, 2012 - 12:40PM

The esteemed Los Angeles business publication and internationally recognized Philanthropist and Biotech Entrepreneur honors a top Los Angeles leader for its innovation. CODA receives the 2012 Patrick Soon-Shiong Innovation Award from the Los Angeles Business Journal.

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Volvo boosting production of V60 plug-in diesel hybrids for 2014

By Don Bain on November 19, 2012 - 12:13PM

The remarkable new Volvo V60 plug-in diesel hybrid was only introduced two months ago at the Paris Auto Show and has already sold out the 2013 model year’s 1,000 units before they even hit the showrooms and is rapidly taking orders for the 2014 models.

Brad Keselowski with the NASCAR championship check

Keselowski wins 2012 NASCAR championship in perfect Dodge swan song

By Patrick Rall on November 19, 2012 - 11:40AM

Here at TorqueNews, we don’t closely follow the ranks of NASCAR but after reporting in mid August that Dodge would be pulling their factory backing from the series after 2012, it would only seem fitting that we also report that the brand went out with a bang thanks to Brad Keselowski claiming the 2012 NASCAR Sprint Cup title last night in his Dodge Charger.

Parents of young drivers will love the new Ford Fiesta

By Denis Flierl on November 19, 2012 - 8:23AM

The new 2013 Ford Fiesta debuts in Europe with a new feature called MyKey that parents of young drivers will be excited about.

Ferrari auctions first F12 Berlinetta for Hurricane Sandy relief efforts

By Denis Flierl on November 19, 2012 - 7:30AM

Ferrari has brought the first 2013 F12 Berlinetta to the U.S. and sold it at auction for $1.125 million in Austin Texas for Hurricane Sandy relief efforts.

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Utah State's electric transit bus shows promising wireless charging system

By David Herron on November 18, 2012 - 6:35PM

Utah State's Wireless Power Transfer team has developed a wireless charging system that enables electric transit buses to run all day long, by recharging while parked at each bus stop.

BMW will unveil a new i4 car at the LA Auto Show

BMW Will Unveil The i4 At The Los Angeles Auto Show

By Nicolas Zart on November 18, 2012 - 11:23AM

BMW has shown us a dramatic i8 along with an i3 the past few years. Now it is ready to unveil next week the i4 at the Los Angeles Auto Show.

2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek receives another accolade

By Denis Flierl on November 18, 2012 - 7:46AM

Subaru announced that its all-new compact crossover, the 2013 XV Crosstrek has received another award for its efficiency, and sporty character.

Subaru launches 2013 BRZ interactive dynamic brochure

By Denis Flierl on November 18, 2012 - 6:30AM

Subaru has launched a new interactive dynamic brochure for the all-new 2013 BRZ along with every car in their lineup.

BMW hosting Hackathon with AT&T and Tendril

By Aaron Turpen on November 17, 2012 - 4:00PM

Aimed at the intersection of electric vehicles, the connected home, and mobility, the Hackathon began yesterday and runs through the weekend.

Subaru launches all-new global 2014 Subaru Forester in Japan

By Denis Flierl on November 17, 2012 - 1:10PM

The all-new 2014 Subaru Forester was launched in Japan this week and made its world premiere with a must-see new video.

Porsche Cayenne Diesel honored for innovation and efficiency

By Denis Flierl on November 17, 2012 - 8:27AM

The 2013 Porsche Cayenne is offered with a new V6 diesel here in the U.S. and has been given an award from Popular Science for its innovation and efficiency.

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The 2012 LAAS Design Challenge envisions future Highway Patrol vehicles

By Don Bain on November 16, 2012 - 6:50PM

The 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show Design Challenge has prompted participating auto manufacturers to envision the Highway Patrol vehicles used to interdict offenders in the near future, when cars may be autonomous and many alternative fuels may be in use.

The 2013 Fiat 500 Abarth Cabrio to debut at the 2012 LA Auto Show (Video)

By Patrick Rall on November 16, 2012 - 5:17PM

Earlier today, the Fiat USA YouTube account posted a new video showing the 2013 Fiat 500 Abarth Cabrio (convertible) being put to the test by a pair of Ferrari racers while also confirming that this open air high performance 500 will make its debut later this month at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show.

The first images of the 2013 Fiat 500 Electric surface

By Patrick Rall on November 16, 2012 - 4:40PM

The folks at the Chrysler Group released the first two official images of the upcoming 2013 Fiat 500e – the all electric subcompact set for an LA Auto Show debut that will allow Chrysler to keep up with the likes of the Chevrolet Spark EV and the Ford Focus Electric.

Ford’s EV+ Means Better Fuel Economy

By Nicolas Zart on November 16, 2012 - 3:15PM

Maximizing fuel economy with plug-in hybrids and even simple hybrids is the next step before newer hybrid technologies are introduced. In the meantime, Ford has an ingenious EV+ solution.

Details emerge on the high performance 2014 Ford Fiesta ST

By Patrick Rall on November 16, 2012 - 2:34PM

The Ford Fiesta ST has shown itself as a concept at various motor shows over the past year but some details about the upcoming production version have surfaced – indicating that this sporty subcompact hatchback should be a ton of fun to drive when it arrives next year.

McLaren jump-starting Formula E series with 42 all electric race cars

By David Herron on November 16, 2012 - 2:22PM

The Formula E electric race car series, due to launch in 2014, has announced a deal with sports car maker McLaren is to provide all electric Formula style electric race cars for teams to race.

GM pledges 500,000 alternative energy vehicles by 2017

500K Electric and Plug-In Hybrids From GM

By Nicolas Zart on November 16, 2012 - 1:46PM

Can GM produce 500,000 electric and plug-in hybrid cars by 2017? The company seems to think it can.

Honda donates Skyfall motorcycle and Peugeot gives up trademark

By Aaron Turpen on November 16, 2012 - 1:38PM

The BBC Children in Need annual fundraiser has garnered donations from Honda, including the motorcycle used in the new James Bond film Skyfall. For their part, Peugeot has given the very symbol of their venerable company: the lion.

Ener-G-Force reveals future Mercedes-Benz off-road design

By Denis Flierl on November 16, 2012 - 8:01AM

The Mercedes-Benz G-Class icon has been transformed into the Ener-G-Force concept police car of 2025, and gives a glimpse of future Mercedes-Benz off-road vehicles.

Chevy Spark EV to be a fast driving and fast charging electric car

By David Herron on November 15, 2012 - 8:19PM

The 2014 Chevy Spark EV, to be unveiled at the LA Auto Show, is shaping up to be a very fast electric car, that will be the first to support the SAE DC Fast Charging system, which will give it a 20 minute recharge time.

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