Automotive News (Page 941)

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.

Forget the fax, Ford works with MakerBot Thing-O-Matics

By Don Bain on December 26, 2012 - 4:20PM

Though it sounds like something out of a Dr. Seuss book, Ford’s MakerBot Thing-O-Matic is like a printer that creates three-dimensional models out of sand or plastic, allowing a part designed in Silicon Valley to be output in physical form by an engineer in Dearborn, creating an instant prototype of the part.

The new rear end of the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette

2014 Chevrolet Corvette service manual drawings leaked

By Patrick Rall on December 26, 2012 - 2:34PM

General Motors has done a great job of making sure that no one sees any pictures of the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette ahead of the big debut next month at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit but thanks to what appears to be artwork leaked from a service manual that were posted on an enthusiast forum – today we get our best look yet at the upcoming C7 Corvette.

Lincoln Motor Company hints at Ford Mustang-based rear-drive coupe

By Anthony Faccenda on December 26, 2012 - 1:54PM

If everything goes as planned, Lincoln's Mustang-based coupe could go into production as soon as 2015.

Moderately priced cars now outperform luxury models in safety

By John Goreham on December 26, 2012 - 12:03PM

IIHS says that in general the family vehicles are now as safe or safer than the luxury vehicles as a group. Offers new benchmark called Top Safety Pick+.

Subaru BRZ, Forester, XV Crosstrek Sport Concepts

Subaru bringing three sport concepts to Tokyo Auto Show

By Denis Flierl on December 26, 2012 - 10:03AM

Subaru will bring three new sport concepts to the 2013 Tokyo Auto show next month, a BRZ, Forester and XV Crosstrek.

Who should get more praise for the BRZ/FR-S Subaru or Toyota?

By Denis Flierl on December 26, 2012 - 7:38AM

The new 2013 Subaru BRZ has received another award and continues to get global recognition, but who should get more recognition for developing the two-door sports car, Toyota or Subaru?

Ford predicts next wave of automotive electronics innovation

By Aaron Turpen on December 26, 2012 - 1:01AM

Engineers at the Big Blue Oval see sensor fusion, machine learning, and Big Data as some of the next-generation of R&D coming to market.

Electric cars are so ready they are going to be raced this coming year

2012 Electric and Plug-In Hybrid That Will Change Tomorrow

By Nicolas Zart on December 25, 2012 - 2:17PM

2012 has come and gone but has left us with a more mature landscape with electric vehicles. See what happened this year that will shape 2013.

Washington State electric car tax going into effect in 2013

By David Herron on December 24, 2012 - 4:34PM

A new tax on electric cars is going into effect in Washington State, to collect road use fees normally collected at the gasoline pumps electric car owners never visit.

AeroVironment's bring along charger, mobile and convenient

Electric Vehicle Trends According to AeroVironment

By Nicolas Zart on December 24, 2012 - 4:15PM

I met with Wahid Nawabi, Senior Vice President, General Manager, Energy Efficient Systems for AeroVironment to see what his thoughts were on the general landscape of electric vehicles this past year and what is to come.

2014 Range Rover Sport to get new look

By Denis Flierl on December 24, 2012 - 9:20AM

The new 2014 Range Rover Sport will have a new look and greater differentiation from the standard Range Rover than before.

Tesla Supercharger network, east coast, 2012

Tesla Supercharger network construction begins on the East Coast

By David Herron on December 23, 2012 - 8:08PM

The first Supercharger stations outside California have been spotted in Connecticut and Delaware giving Model S owners along the Washington DC to Boston corridor the freedom to drive far.

VW launches special model: Golf Plus LIFE

By Denis Flierl on December 23, 2012 - 7:56AM

Volkswagen has released a new special model for 2013 called Golf Plus LIFE that is a five-door that comes with a big price advantage.

New automaker Qoros unveils debut car ahead of Geneva show

By Aaron Turpen on December 23, 2012 - 2:52AM

Qoros, a new European-Asian manufacturer, has unveiled its debut compact saloon, the impressive Qoros GQ3, ahead of its public debut at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show.

The 2012 Scion FR-S. Image courtesy of Scion.

The fastest moving cars in America

By Don Bain on December 22, 2012 - 8:24PM

No we don’t mean the cars with the top speed rating, but those that spend the least time in or on dealer showrooms or lots – cars that seldom last much more than two weeks from arrival at the dealer until a new owner drives them away.

McLaren launches merchandise to complement 12C

By Aaron Turpen on December 22, 2012 - 2:46PM

Without a doubt, the McLaren 12C is one of the hottest supercars on the road. Now fans can get McLaren-themed accessories to go with their top-end speedster.

2013 Nissan Altima gains Top Safety Pick Plus rating

By Aaron Turpen on December 22, 2012 - 8:14AM

The IIHS has given the 2013 Altima a "Top Safety Pick Plus" designation, recognizing the car for its excellent performance in five-passenger safety tests.

Shelby is planning new things for GT500 Super Snake

By Denis Flierl on December 22, 2012 - 7:51AM

Shelby American is planning some big things for 2013 and it will involve a new option for the 2013 Shelby GT500 Super Snake and possibly some new turbocharged engines.

Rihanna's record label gives her $160k Porsche 911 for Christmas

By Anthony Faccenda on December 21, 2012 - 6:56PM

Rihanna's new Porsche 911 Turbo S is a major upgrade from the Jeep Wrangler Roc Nation gifted her last year.

Tesla Motors will either fly high or crash in 2013 depending on Model S sales

By David Herron on December 21, 2012 - 5:55PM

Two analysts issue opposing predictions of Tesla Motors' fortunes during 2013, saying that either the company will bleed itself dry of money, or rising sales will stabilize the Tesla's finances.

European Tesla Model S prices announced, deliveries beginning in early 2013

By David Herron on December 21, 2012 - 3:33PM

Preparing to begin Tesla Model S deliveries in Europe, the company announced European pricing and called on European reservation holders to begin finalizing their order.

2014 Mazda6 gets high in NY's Time Square

By Denis Flierl on December 21, 2012 - 10:48AM

The all-new 2014 Mazda Mazda6 is pulling off a first-ever for the Japanese automaker and will do it in New York’s famed Time Square.

Ford F-150 SVT Raptor is global in its appeal to play

By Denis Flierl on December 21, 2012 - 9:32AM

The 2013 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor is popular with adults who like to play in the dirt and even more popular with kids around the world.

Nissan to celebrate 10 years of manufacturing in Mississippi

By Aaron Turpen on December 21, 2012 - 8:47AM

In 2013, milestones will be surpassed as Nissan celebrates a decade of building American-made cars in Mississippi.

First Subaru XV Crosstrek rolls off line in Malaysia

By Denis Flierl on December 21, 2012 - 8:39AM

The first 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek has rolled off the assembly line in Malaysia as Subaru expands production in the growing Asian markets.

Bob Lutz says the wheels aren't coming off electric cars, they're just turning slowly

By David Herron on December 20, 2012 - 5:42PM

Bob Lutz, returns to his role as Defender in Chief of the Electric Car, with a piece on Forbes.com saying everything is fine, nothing to worry about.

Toyota Furia Concept could be future sport sedan [video]

By Denis Flierl on December 20, 2012 - 4:08PM

Toyota has announced the reveal of a new Toyota Furia Concept and gives us a glimpse of what could be a new future Toyota sport sedan.

GM recalls almost 150,000 trucks due to a missing hood latch

By Patrick Rall on December 20, 2012 - 3:03PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced a new recall for select General Motors midsized pickup trucks over a concern that these vehicles may have not had the secondary hood latch installed during assembly – possibly allowing the hood to come up while the vehicle is being driven.

The 2013 Toyota Avalon Hybrid. Photo © 2012 by Don Bain.

Toyota Avalon first vehicle to charge phones wirelessly

By Don Bain on December 20, 2012 - 1:59PM

The 2013 Toyota Avalon Limited becomes the first vehicle in the world to offer Qi in-console wireless charging for enabled cell phones and devices In the optional Technology Package, on both gasoline and hybrid versions.

2013 Subaru Legacy and Outback get highest safety award

By Denis Flierl on December 20, 2012 - 1:34PM

The 2013 Legacy and Outback models received the all-new 2013 TSP+ award. And Subaru is the only automaker on the planet to receive IIHS Top Safety Pick awards for every model it builds.

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