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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.

A preview of the Ford Mustangs coming to SEMA
Ford teases the mighty Mustangs of SEMA 2012
By Patrick Rall on October 24, 2012 - 3:02PM
While we have already seen one tightly cropped shot of a Ford Mustang headed to the 2012 SEMA Show, today Ford Motor Company offered up artwork teasing four modified Mustangs that will debut in the flesh next week in Vegas – although none of these appear to be our “mystery Mustang” that we discussed on Monday.
Exagon's Furtive eGT packs impressive numbers and smart features
Exagon Furtive eGT Shows Incredible Electric Supercar
By Nicolas Zart on October 24, 2012 - 2:14PM
Exagon has a potentially disruptive electric car that should satisfy a wide range of electric drivers. Find out the incredible potential this EV has to offer.
Carbon Revolution - World's First "One-Piece" Carbon Fiber Wheel - carbonrev.com
Carbon Revelution to debut world's first Carbon Fiber wheel at SEMA
By Don Bain on October 24, 2012 - 2:03PM
Australian-based Carbon Revolution will debut the world’s first Carbon Fiber tire at SEMA next week, following 10 years of research and development to perfect the technology.
The Ford F Series trucks headed to SEMA 2012
Ford teases the F Series pickups coming to SEMA 2012
By Patrick Rall on October 24, 2012 - 12:01PM
The Ford F Series is always among the most popular vehicles at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas and 2012 should be no different with today bringing us our first look at a trio of the pickups that will be in the massive Ford Motor Company display.
2014 Chevy Corvette
All-new 2014 Chevy Corvette gets redesigned 6.2-liter V8 engine
By Anthony Faccenda on October 24, 2012 - 11:37AM
The entirely revamped engine of the 2014 Chevy Corvette touts an innovative deactivation technology, which aims to increase fuel economy.
2013 Subaru BRZ
Subaru BRZ turbo likely coming as 2014 model
By Denis Flierl on October 24, 2012 - 7:50AM
Subaru has developed a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine for the Japanese market Legacy that will likely be put in the 2014 BRZ.
Nissan eMotor testing
Nissan begins eMotor testing in Tennessee
By Aaron Turpen on October 24, 2012 - 2:35AM
The company has promised to build the all-electric Leaf in the USA starting next year. To make that happen, they've begun testing motor building for the car at their Decherd, Tennessee facility.
2013 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
Ram, Jeep win top awards as Chrysler sweeps the Texas Truck Rodeo
By Aaron Turpen on October 24, 2012 - 2:23AM
The 20th Annual Texas Truck Rodeo saw Chrysler Group vehicles taking top honors (again) as the Texas Auto Writers Association voted both Ram and Jeep products awards.
National Safety Council recognizes the Honorable Elizabeth Dole with Flame of Li
Former Transportation Secretary Elizabeth Dole honored by NSC
By Don Bain on October 23, 2012 - 9:23PM
The National Safety Council has awarded the Honorable Elizabeth Cole, former Secretary of Transportation during the Reagan Administration, for her lifesaving contributions to automotive and national safety.
GM uses magnesium
GM's new sheet metal will save weight and fuel
By John Goreham on October 23, 2012 - 6:29PM
GM has found a way to use magnesium sheets formed into parts for production cars to save weight.
The 2013 Ford Focus
Ford Focus prepped for British Police Patrol demonstrated in England
By Don Bain on October 23, 2012 - 5:03PM
A one-off demonstrator Ford Focus official police patrol vehicle has been developed and engineered at Ford Special Vehicle Preparations (SVP) in Earls Colne, Essex, pursuant to the unmarked vehicle’s debut in the UK crime thriller The Sweeney.
The Chevrolet Volt
GM issues service bulletin for 2013 Chevy Volt electric stalling issues
By Patrick Rall on October 23, 2012 - 4:27PM
General Motors has announced that they will reprogram the engine control software on the 2013 Chevrolet Volt over a concern that the delayed charging feature could cause the electric drive engine to “stall” while being driven – although it should be pointed out that this is not a recall of the electric Chevy.
Sir Paul McCartney’s 1960 DB4 art RM Oct. 31st
Sir Paul McCartney 1964 Aston Martin DB4 Auctioned
By Nicolas Zart on October 23, 2012 - 4:24PM
Sir Paul McCartney’s 1964 Aston Martin DB4 will be up for grab at the RM Auctions’ annual London sale on the 31s of this month. Can you guess the estimate?
2013 Chevy Silverado
GM's best-selling vehicle, the 2013 Silverado all new in December
By John Goreham on October 23, 2012 - 8:19AM
The top selling vehicle at GM since the dawn of time will be completely new in December. Here is what fans can expect and why it matters.
2013 Audi R8 V10 plus
Audi rolls out new range-topping R8 V10 plus Coupe
By Denis Flierl on October 23, 2012 - 8:04AM
Audi has announced a new plus Coupe addition to the 2013 R8 V10 range with more performance and new transmission and features to the whole R8 range.
Hyundai Elantra GT concept
Outrageous Hyundai Elantra GT concept gets 600 hp
By Denis Flierl on October 22, 2012 - 9:03PM
Hyundai has teamed up with Bisimoto Engineering to produce a totally outrageous Elantra GT with 600 horsepower for the 2012 SEMA Show.
2013 Dodge Dart gains 5-Star Safety rating from NHTSA
By Don Bain on October 22, 2012 - 9:01PM
The 2013 Dodge Dart can now add the NHTSA’s 5-Star Safety Rating to its many accolades from sources ranging from Kelley Blue Book, Autoweek, AutoTrader.com and the Washington Post to the Texas Auto Writers Assn.
The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette logo
The first official look at the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette C7 with video, pictures
By Patrick Rall on October 22, 2012 - 7:19PM
Last week, General Motors announced that the 7th generation of the fabled Chevrolet Corvette will arrive on January 13th, 2013 as a 2014 model year vehicle along with giving everyone a first look at the slightly redesigned crossed flags logo that will adorn the nose of the new American sports car and today – we have our first look at the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette via an official company video.
The mystery Mustang coming to SEMA
Ford teases mystery Mustang and "big news" ahead of 2012 SEMA Show
By Patrick Rall on October 22, 2012 - 6:19PM
Ford Motor Company released the ultra close up image shown on the right earlier today, proclaiming that they had “big news” at the 2012 SEMA Show and asking fans of their Facebook page to guess what this news might be in relation to what is very likely the hood of some special Ford Mustang.
An image from the TireTeam website.
New site allows tire shopping online plus local installation
By Don Bain on October 22, 2012 - 4:59PM
Auto owners in the Midwest and Eastern states can now replace tire shopping by running around and haggling for a good deal with an online visit that allows next day installation at a trusted local tire shop.
Fisker teases a pair of Karma sedans coming to SEMA
By Patrick Rall on October 22, 2012 - 4:01PM
Fisker Automotive has announced that when the 2012 SEMA Show opens next Tuesday at the Las Vegas Convention Center, there will be at least two customized copies of their incredible Karma Ever electric sedan in attendance.
American Detours Voting
Classic car lovers can win cash by voting for their favorite road and secret hot-spots
By John Goreham on October 22, 2012 - 3:11PM
American Detours is a web-series that allows readers to choose the destination for epic road trips. Vote now for your chance to win $100.00.
Brammo races into an electric future
Craig Bramscher Shares His Electric Motorcycle Brammo Success
By Nicolas Zart on October 22, 2012 - 2:30PM
I had an interesting chat with Craig Bramscher, CEO of Brammo in order to understand how far the company has come, the current race results and what the future holds in store for the electric motorcycle maker.
The future of Formula E by Drayson Racing Technologies
Drayson Racing Technologies Challenges Future Formula E Design
By Nicolas Zart on October 22, 2012 - 2:21PM
Drayson Racing Technologies is launching a unique competition with the Royal College of Art’s prestigious Vehicle Design program in London. What will the design a concept for the Drayson Racing Formula E electric racing series look like?
Chevrolet Malibu Turbo Performance Concept
The new Chevy Malibu gets the SEMA teaser treatment
By Patrick Rall on October 22, 2012 - 10:33AM
Another day – another teaser of a dressed up ride heading to the 2012 SEMA Show but today we get a look at a car typically ignored by those building high dollar show cars for SEMA with our first glimpse at the Chevrolet Malibu Turbo Performance Concept.
Clint Boyer ‘Tekked-Out-Prius’
Clint Boyer ‘Tekked-Out-Prius’ gets an attitude
By Denis Flierl on October 22, 2012 - 7:21AM
The Toyota Prius is the world’s most popular hybrid and NASCAR’s Clint Boyer has turned it into a high tech hot rod.
Steve Atlas passing Jeremiah Johnson
Brammo wins TTXGP World Championship in Daytona, with fastest electric motorcycle race speed ever
By David Herron on October 21, 2012 - 11:32PM
Steve Atlas for Team Icon Brammo has won the 2012 TTXGP World Championship race at Daytona, besting defending champion from Europe, Matthias Himmelmann of Muench Racing, while hitting the fastest speeds recorded for electric motorcycles in race conditions.
GM's Range Anxiety Turns To Gasoline Anxiety
GM's Range Anxiety Campaign Turns To Gasoline Anxiety
By Nicolas Zart on October 21, 2012 - 4:06PM
Range anxiety was all the range back when people knew little about electric cars and even less about their true needs when it came to daily miles routine. Did “range anxiety” help or inhibit the electricdrive?
Top Gear Live double loop
Top Gear Live going for another double loop-the-loop record
By Aaron Turpen on October 21, 2012 - 12:12AM
This week, Top Gear Live will be doing a show in Birmingham, England and attempting a world record-setting double loop-the-loop on a motorcycle.
2012 Prius c Del Ray Beach, Florida
World gasps in surprise as Prius becomes best-selling car in California
By Aaron Turpen on October 20, 2012 - 11:41PM
Nobody would have guessed it, but the Toyota Prius is the best-selling car in California, beating out nearest competitors from Honda.
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