Automotive News (Page 944)

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.

BMW recalls 7-Series vehicles due to rollaway problem

By Anthony Faccenda on October 27, 2012 - 8:34PM

The recall comes just two days after the German automaker recalled nearly 7,500 7-Series vehicle due to a door latch problem.

Electric car range could triple with silicon-graphene breakthrough in lithium batteries

By David Herron on October 27, 2012 - 7:00PM

Lithium-ion battery research company, CalBattery, has announced a huge breakthrough in energy density that could in a few years give a 300% jump in battery energy density, that could triple electric car driving range.

Wild hogs pose dangerous threat on Texas' 85-mph highway

By Anthony Faccenda on October 27, 2012 - 5:41PM

Texas police officials attributed four crashes to feral hogs on the highway's first night.

Johnson Controls changes tack in A123 Systems bankruptcy after Wanxiang opposition

By David Herron on October 27, 2012 - 3:41PM

The plan for A123 Systems to sell its assets to Johnson Controls met opposition from Wanxiang and Fisker Automotive, and now JCI is changing its approach and is offering to buy even more of A123's business.

Electric car drivers ICED out of charging stations can retaliate with education

By David Herron on October 27, 2012 - 2:50PM

ICE'ing, being blocked from access to charging stations, is a problem plaguing electric car drivers, and the Blink Network has helpfully developed a set of notes an EV driver can leave on gas car drivers windshields explaining the common courtesy of not blocking access to charging stations.

2013 BMW M3 Coupe Frozen Limited Edition

Presidential election 2013 BMW M3 Coupe coming to US

By Denis Flierl on October 27, 2012 - 7:52AM

BMW is offering the new 2013 BMW M3 Coupe Frozen Limited Edition in three unique exterior finishes just in time for the Presidential election.

Fisker seeks to delay bankruptcy sale of A123 Systems assets

By David Herron on October 26, 2012 - 11:54PM

A123's major customer, Fisker Automotive, filed a motion in bankruptcy court seeking a delay in the bankruptcy proceedings, and changes in the asset sales procedures, that Fisker claims will produce better value for creditors.

Nissan Leaf commercial asks "What if you could drive the future, today?"

By David Herron on October 26, 2012 - 11:12PM

The Nissan Leaf, as the most widely available all-electric car, is a vision of what may be the future of transportation, and a new commercial from Nissan is a breath of fresh air after a series of curious electric car advertisements in the past. (hugging a polar bear? really?)

Budget Bond Cars - be James, but without the price tag

By Aaron Turpen on October 26, 2012 - 10:16PM

UK insurer Hagerty has released a list of the most affordable and attainable vehicles featured in the 007 franchise. Here's how you can get the cool factor without taking out a second mortgage.

The driver's guide to surviving 'Frankenstorm'

By Anthony Faccenda on October 26, 2012 - 8:52PM

Although motorists are encouraged not to drive in cases of severe weather, there are tips available to those drivers that must face the upcoming 'Frankenstorm.'

The Nissan DeltaWing is challenging traditional racing conventions

UPDATED: Nissan Disrupts Race Logic With Its DeltaWing Scores 5th In Atlanta

By Nicolas Zart on October 26, 2012 - 2:40PM

The Nissan DeltaWing captured our hearts at the 24 hours of Le Mans when it got ran off the track by a young driver. This time, it came back with a splash at the Petit Le Mans in Atlanta, Georgia.

Ford wins in L.A. County Sherriff’s Department shootout

By John Goreham on October 26, 2012 - 1:37PM

In the very important police fleet market the Blue Oval continues to win the nod from the boys in blue.

Cadillac CTS-V hits record 220.5 mph on Texas SH 130 [video]

By Denis Flierl on October 26, 2012 - 12:01PM

Hennessey Performance took their 1,226 hp 2013 Cadillac CTS-V and set a world record 220.5 mph in front of two Texas State Troopers.

Ford declares war on car cooties

By John Goreham on October 26, 2012 - 10:41AM

Ford teams with the University of Michigan to fight the little buggers.

2013 Green Car of the Year finalists are official, diverse

By Patrick Rall on October 26, 2012 - 10:14AM

The organizers behind the Green Car of the Year award have announced their finalists for 2013 and while the 5 vehicles in the running for the major award are fairly predictable – the diversity among these five vehicles show how much the “green car” segment has changed in the past few years.

1940 Ford Coupe gets reborn for hot rodders [video]

By Denis Flierl on October 26, 2012 - 8:56AM

The 1940 Ford Coupe is a legend among hot rodders and classic car enthusiasts and it’s being reborn by Ford.

GM Rosario Automotive Complex, Argentina

Ford, GM looking to make changes to overseas production

By Aaron Turpen on October 26, 2012 - 8:56AM

Ford looks to Europe for restructuring of its operations in a troubled automotive climate there while General Motors plans expansion in South America as home for a new global platform.

The Fiat 500 Electric at the 2010 Detroit Auto Show

The all electric Fiat 500E to debut at the 2012 LA Auto Show

By Patrick Rall on October 25, 2012 - 10:13PM

The organizers for the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show have announced that among the new model debuts at the LA show this year will be the all electric Fiat 500E – giving the Chrysler Group their first electric vehicle and helping them show some support for the EV movement even though Fiat CEO Sergio Marchionne seems less than enthusiastic about the project.

Chip Foose and SEMA Cares build a pair of Ford trucks for 2012

By Patrick Rall on October 25, 2012 - 9:23PM

The SEMA Cares charity group and well known custom car designer Chip Foose have teamed up each of the past three years to design a truly unique muscle car in a WD40 paint scheme and while the team got together again for the 2012 SEMA Show – this year the charity build features two unique Ford pickups.

Ford's Power of Choice hits the right notes for 99% of commuters

Ford Shows Potential With its Power of Choice

By Nicolas Zart on October 25, 2012 - 9:00PM

After a day spent behind the wheels of almost every Ford available, my wife and I walked away from it feeling there was a Ford for everyone out there. The trick is to figure out which one is yours.

Study: controversial NJ license plate decals help reduce teen crashes

By Anthony Faccenda on October 25, 2012 - 6:19PM

The mandatory decals have reduced teen crashes by 1,624 since the NJ law was implemented in 2010.

The Toyota FJ-S Cruiser Concept. Photo courtesy of Toyota USA.

Baja ready FJ-S Cruiser TRD concept to debut at SEMA

By Don Bain on October 25, 2012 - 3:46PM

On October 30, The Toyota FJ Cruiser’s following of offroad aficionados will see the TRD-tuned FJ-S concept, fulfilling a considerable craving for new variants of the four-wheel drive, go-anywhere, retro-styled SUV.

2014 Chevrolet Corvette C7 to pack at least 450hp, 27mpg with new LT1 V8

By Patrick Rall on October 25, 2012 - 12:57PM

Yesterday we brought you the news that General Motors had unveiled the new LT1 small block V8 that will serve as the powerplant of the upcoming “C7” 2014 Chevrolet Corvette and today, we take a look at the specifics of that new engine – beginning with the fact that the C7 Corvette will offer at least 450 horsepower and 27 miles per gallon.

Texas Auto Writers Association name Hyundai Santa Fe Compact CUV of Texas

By John Goreham on October 25, 2012 - 12:41PM

In a stunning upset, The Texas Auto Writers Association preferred the Hyundai to all of the offerings from the American and Italian companies

Ford SVT Raptor program will assault your senses [Video]

By Denis Flierl on October 25, 2012 - 9:55AM

Ford is offering a must-experience Raptor Assault Program that allows drivers a dream opportunity to drive the 2013 F-150 SVT Raptor on a high-performance off-road course.

Chevrolet adds sophisticated Sonic Dusk to lineup

By Denis Flierl on October 25, 2012 - 7:58AM

Chevrolet has announced production of the new refined Sonic Dusk sedan that will make its debut at the 2012 SEMA Show.

Scared of a Mayan Apocalypse? Fear not, Toyo is giving away free tires

By Aaron Turpen on October 25, 2012 - 6:53AM

Toyo Tires is giving away a free set of tires to everyone in the world if the December 21 Mayan Apocalypse happens. Otherwise, they'll just give away ten really cool prizes to some lucky people and call it good.

ABB's Terra SC Duo harmonizes AC and DC electric car fast charging standards

By David Herron on October 24, 2012 - 6:03PM

ABB's new electric car fast charging station, the Terra Smart Connect Duo, supports both AC and DC fast charging protocols for 30-120 minute electric car recharge times.

Volkswagen eyes new affordable midsize SUV for US market

By Anthony Faccenda on October 24, 2012 - 5:10PM

Volkswagen looks to increase its share of the U.S. sport utility vehicle market by adding a third SUV to its lineup.

Nissan's autonomous steering aims for zero accidents

By John Goreham on October 24, 2012 - 3:09PM

Nissan has unveiled a system that takes the wheel when all else, even autonomous braking, has failed

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