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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.

The Audi R8 e-tron looks like it's back again.

Audi Talks About R8 Electric E-Tron Again

By Nicolas Zart on January 3, 2013 - 11:43AM

Audi has danced the one foot forward, two back with all-electric R8 e-tron. After holding back the project in October, it seems it is back on track, for now.

General Motors sells 1 million 30mpg highway vehicles, sales of vehicles with less than 20mpg city also up

By John Goreham on January 3, 2013 - 10:48AM

General Motors offers more fuel efficient choices than ever, and customers are taking note. However, the largest, thirstiest vehicles also continue their sales gains.

Your Say: Will You Remain with Zipcar as it combines with Avis Budget?

By Armen Hareyan on January 3, 2013 - 9:21AM

Comments from Facebook on Zipcar's announcement to combine with Avis Budget.

Impreza, BRZ, XV Crosstrek sales force Subaru to increase US production

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

Subaru is experiencing such strong sales of the new Impreza, 2013 XV Crosstrek, and BRZ that they will need to increase U.S. production capacity.

US Nissan Leaf not in production, unveiling at NAIAS

By David Herron on January 2, 2013 - 10:44PM

The 2013 Nissan Leaf, due to be manufactured in Smyrna TN, is close to commercial production and expected to be unveiled in two weeks at the North America International Auto Show, NAIAS.

Giving Beyonce a 2014 Chevrolet Corvette at the Super Bowl would be GM's worst idea ever

By Patrick Rall on January 2, 2013 - 8:49PM

There is a rumor floating around the internet that General Motors plans to feature the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette during the halftime show of Super Bowl XLVII alongside star-of-the-show Beyonce Knowles and as the show draws to a close, GM will give the car to the R&B superstar – a move that I would find to be one of the dumbest marketing moves by General Motors in many moons.

Auto sales totals projected at 15.3 million this year

By Don Bain on January 2, 2013 - 8:05PM

Sales of autos in the US will continue to blaze the trail to economic recovery during 2013 with a 7 percent boost that will bring total unit sales to 15.3 million for the year.

Fiscal cliff bill preserves electric motorcycle and other tax credits

By David Herron on January 2, 2013 - 6:45PM

A long list of tax credits due to expire at the end of 2012 did not get lost in last weeks political insanity, and several clean technology tax credits including those for electric motorcycles and electric car charging infrastructure were extended until the end of 2013.

Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible

Bentley to unveil new Continental GT Speed Convertible at NAIAS

By Aaron Turpen on January 2, 2013 - 3:44PM

Billed as the world's fastest four-seat convertible, the new flagship performance will take its top down and show all at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

Better performance, better MPGs for Hemi-powered Dodge Charger, Ram 1500 and more via new transmission

By Patrick Rall on January 2, 2013 - 2:25PM

The Chrysler Group has been making good use of an 8-speed automatic transmission for some time now in their Pentastar V6-powered vehicles including the Dodge Charger, the Jeep Grand Cherokee and the new Ram 1500 but starting later this year, the versions of those vehicles powered by the mighty 5.7L Hemi will also feature the fuel-friendly 8-speed automatic transmission.

Avis buys Zipcar for $500 million, expands into growing car sharing business

By Anthony Faccenda on January 2, 2013 - 1:02PM

Avis says it will generate $50 to $70 million in 'annual synergies' as a result of the deal.

Hyundai and Kia will integrate Google Maps with their telematics systems

By John Goreham on January 2, 2013 - 12:46PM

Fans of Google shopping for a Kia or Hyunadi will rejoice at the pairing.

Dealerships dropping the Chevrolet Volt over increased costs

By Patrick Rall on January 2, 2013 - 11:30AM

While the Chevrolet Volt has quickly become the bestselling electric vehicle in America, some Chevrolet dealerships plan to stop selling the Volt over an increase in the cost of required tools needed to service the high tech sedan – claiming that with their low volume sales of the GM electric vehicle it just doesn’t make good business sense to make the hefty investment in new tools.

Paparazzo killed trying to snap pictures of Justin Bieber's Ferrari 458 Italia

By Anthony Faccenda on January 2, 2013 - 9:01AM

The photographer was reportedly struck by an oncoming vehicle while attempting to take pictures of Bieber's white Ferrari during a routine traffic stop in Los Angeles.

Washington state tries a $100 EV tax to recoup loss in gasoline money

Washington State Taxes Electric Car Drivers For loss of Gasoline Tax

By Nicolas Zart on January 2, 2013 - 8:52AM

States caught with the conundrum of electric vehicles not paying taxes are working to find ways to leverage loss income. Washington’s answer is a $100 EV tax.

Next-generation Ferrari California could have turbo power

By Denis Flierl on January 2, 2013 - 8:01AM

Ferrari is reported to be testing new powertrains for the next-gen 2014/2015 California and it could include a new turbocharger.

Discolor Tyre concept turns tires orange when they wear thin

By Aaron Turpen on January 2, 2013 - 12:07AM

Most drivers seem unaware of the built-in indicators today's vehicle tires have to alert them to the need for replacement. This conceptual for colored tires would make it obvious to even the most unobservant.

2013 Ford Mustang most researched car of 2012

By Denis Flierl on January 1, 2013 - 2:44PM

The 2013 Ford Mustang was the most-searched car last year and there are plenty of reasons why.

Fisker Atlantic, a smaller version of the Karma

Jay Leno Asks Fisker On Plug-In Atlantic

By Nicolas Zart on January 1, 2013 - 2:16PM

Jay Leno gets more info on the Fisker Automotive PHEV Atlantic from Henrik Fisker. A smaller and more affordable version of the Karma?

2013 Subaru BRZ / Toyota GT 86 / Scion FR-S

2013 Toyota GT 86/Subaru BRZ best buys of 2012

By Denis Flierl on January 1, 2013 - 9:21AM

The new 2013 Toyota GT 86 and Subaru BRZ have been touted as the best of the best buys in Australia by TMR.

2013 Ford Shelby GT500 is flying off dealer lots

By Denis Flierl on January 1, 2013 - 7:39AM

The iconic Ford Shelby GT500 is the fastest-selling car in America and dealers can’t keep them on their lots.

Pair of 1941 Lincolns featured in 'The Godfather' are up for auction

By Anthony Faccenda on December 31, 2012 - 6:22PM

Come Jan. 17, auction-goers will have the chance to bid on a 1941 Lincoln Continental coupe and a 1941 Lincoln Custom limousine, both of which were prominently featured in 'The Godfather.'

Montrose Ford Auto Dealer Date 10 December 2011, by S.MacMillen

Car sales saving the US economy

By Don Bain on December 31, 2012 - 5:34PM

The projected sales of 14.5 million vehicles in the US last year is the highest number since the recession began, an increase of 13 percent over last year, and equal to 30 percent of the overall economy.

Toyota unveiling GT 86/Scion FR-S custom coupes in Tokyo

By Denis Flierl on December 31, 2012 - 8:45AM

Toyota will be unveiling at least five custom GT 86/Scion FR-S coupes at the 2013 Tokyo Auto Salon.

U.S. Capitol police car in the streets of Washington D.C. 22 November 2008 Autho

The age of the personal police car may end soon

By Don Bain on December 31, 2012 - 1:14AM

No one is likely to dispute the fact police presence and visibility tends to discourage criminal behavior, but the sight of a police car in a residential driveway may be going the way of the Dodo as budget restrictions bring the practice under close scrutiny.

Kia Motors appoints first non-Korean President

By Aaron Turpen on December 30, 2012 - 4:05PM

Peter Schreyer, a Bavarian, has been Kia's Chief Design Officer and was the man behind the transformation in the company's design cues, including the "Tiger-nose."

Will new Mustang-based sport coupe revive Lincoln?

By Denis Flierl on December 30, 2012 - 8:01AM

Lincoln is reported to be launching a new 2015 Mustang-based luxury sport coupe that could revive the struggling brand.

Ford Focus and Fiesta are setting the world on fire

By Denis Flierl on December 30, 2012 - 7:54AM

The new 2013 Ford Focus and Fiesta are on fire with consumers buying more of the two Fords than any other nameplate around the globe.

South Koreans abhor the new Subaru Forester

By Denis Flierl on December 29, 2012 - 4:56PM

Subaru is disliked by the South Koreans so much that they will pull out of the country next year and stop selling the popular 2013 Forester, Legacy and Outback.

Ford to raze Highland Park assembly plant

By Aaron Turpen on December 29, 2012 - 11:09AM

Ford has won approval from the St. Paul, Minnesota Planning Commission to commence demolition of its Highland Park assembly plant, which it shuttered last year, belying claimed "growth" plans.

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