Automotive News (Page 947)

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.

Toyota Scion 2013 electric iQ coming to the U.S.

Toyota 2013 Scion iQ EV Arrives In The U.S.

By Nicolas Zart on October 17, 2012 - 12:48PM

Puzzling Toyota who said it would not go any further with electric car still manages to impress us with an astounding RAV4 EV and now an electric iQ. The 2013 Scion iQ EV is here.

Ferrari: no F70 Enzo replacement in Detroit

By Patrick Rall on October 17, 2012 - 11:59AM

Contrary to the reports that we discussed this past Monday, Ferrari has stated that the new Enzo successor referred to as the F70 will not make its big debut at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit next January.

Audi e Performance Idea Platform for Electric Mobility yields 3 breakthroughs

By John Goreham on October 17, 2012 - 9:58AM

Audi's collaboration with other German automotive giants has now concluded and the result is some very interesting technology we will soon see in our cars.

Nissan Juke-R emerges in both real and virtual world [Video]

By Denis Flierl on October 17, 2012 - 8:12AM

The first production version #001 Nissan Juke-R has emerged in the real world and stars in the virtual world with the Juke NISMO in Gameloft Asphalt 7: Heat.

A romanitcized rendition of the 2013 MB GL. Image courtesy of MBUSA

New 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL wins Motor Trend SUV of the Year again

By Don Bain on October 16, 2012 - 10:41PM

When the Mercedes-Benz GL was introduced in 2007, the first generation of the full size sport utility won the prestigious Motor Trend award, an achievement the second generation 2013 GL has repeated as the magazine’s SUV of the Year for 2013.

Fisker Atlantic production pushed back to 2014 or 2015

By Patrick Rall on October 16, 2012 - 8:18PM

Those hoping to purchase the new Fisker Atlantic midsized electric sedan with a range extending gasoline engine will be waiting longer than originally expected as the American EV builder has announced that the Delaware-built Atlantic will not see production until 2014 or 2015.

The 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe at the 2012 RMAP 4XFall. Photo © 2012 Don Bain

Hyundai partners with Broadcom to boost automotive connectivity

By Don Bain on October 16, 2012 - 7:52PM

A Joint Development Agreement between wireless communication leader Broadcom and Hyundai will boost the wide-scale adoption of automotive Ethernet based infotainment and safety features, via100Mbps connectivity for vehicle networks now and up to 1Gbps in the near future, across virtually all price points.

RoboCop's new Ford Taurus Police Interceptor spotted on set

By Anthony Faccenda on October 16, 2012 - 6:49PM

The vehicle was photographed earlier today on set of the 'RoboCop' remake in Canada.

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT launches in Europe

By Denis Flierl on October 16, 2012 - 6:44PM

The 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT variants hit European showrooms in both Coupe and Roadster versions as the SLS AMG family expands.

A123 Systems veers from Wanxiang to Johnson Controls and bankruptcy

By David Herron on October 16, 2012 - 5:52PM

The rescue deal between A123 Systems and Chinese autoparts maker Wanxiang ran into severe political turmoil, and today the company announced an assets sales agreement with Johnson Controls that keeps the company's technology in American hands.

2013 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid officially most efficient luxury car in America

By Patrick Rall on October 16, 2012 - 2:44PM

Ford Motor Company has announced that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has certified the 2013 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid at 45 miles per gallon and while this falls a bit short of the 47mpg offered by the 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid – 45mpg makes the new MKZ Hybrid the most efficient luxury car available in the US market.

New (ish) 1972 BMW 2000 delivered by BMW to proud owner

By John Goreham on October 16, 2012 - 2:36PM

BMW has opened its own factory restoration store to the delight of enthusiasts.

GM to produce Cadillac "Volt" by end of 2013

By Anthony Faccenda on October 16, 2012 - 12:52PM

The Cadillac ELR plug-in hybrid is based on Cadillac's Converj concept.

Ford's C-MAX Energi PHEV claims highest range

Ford C-MAX PHEV Has Highest Range

By Nicolas Zart on October 16, 2012 - 12:27PM

Ford is keeping the competition on its toes by not letting down its continuous march toward better and better cars. The C-MAX Plug-In Hybrid wins the title of highest range.

Ford Fiesta recalled for side airbags not opening

By Patrick Rall on October 16, 2012 - 12:25PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Ford Motor Company have issued a recall of select Ford Fiesta models because the airbag system will not deploy the passenger’s side curtain airbag in the event of an accident when no one is sitting in the front passenger seat – lowering the level of protection for passengers riding in the back seat when an accident occurs.

Jay Leno visits Japan care of Nissan and discovers the unique car culture there

By John Goreham on October 16, 2012 - 10:00AM

Our favorite car nut, who subsidizes his auto addiction with a cool day job, sees for himself how different the Japanese car culture really is.

President Obama surprises Ferrari owners in Williamsburg

By Denis Flierl on October 16, 2012 - 8:08AM

Ferrari owners gathered at the ‘Ferraris on the James' event this week, and had a big surprise as President Barack Obama is staying at the Kingsmill Resort in preparation for the second TV debate with Mitt Romney on Tuesday.

Hyundai to show new Velocity factory-tuned concept at SEMA

By Aaron Turpen on October 16, 2012 - 4:47AM

The Velocity concept is based on the surprisingly awesome Veloster and features little improvements like.. 400+ horsepower.

The 2013 Toyota Plug-in. Photo courtesy of Toyota.

Toyota announces pricing for 2013 Prius models plus new special edition

By Don Bain on October 16, 2012 - 2:26AM

Today Toyota announced a modest price increase for most models in the 2013 Prius Family, but the big news is a new special edition added to the Prius 1 through 5 models called the Persona Series Special Edition.

Honda announces it has sold 1 million hybrids

By John Goreham on October 15, 2012 - 10:43PM

The company that started it all in the US has now sold more than 1 million hybrids globally

New Harrison Ford movie features Fisker Karma in surprising role

By Anthony Faccenda on October 15, 2012 - 7:46PM

The news marks the first time a Fisker Karma has been featured in a movie.

ECOtality rebuffed in attempt to block eVgo's entrance to California charging station market

By David Herron on October 15, 2012 - 7:16PM

ECOtality's lawsuit has been denied in an attemot to block a settlement between NRG and the Public Utilities Commission that is slated to result in over 10,000 electric car charging stations being built in California.

Ford SYNC now offers even better phone app integration with Scout

By John Goreham on October 15, 2012 - 6:27PM

As smart phones quickly start to supplant laptops, tablets, and in-car navigation and radio, Ford takes the lead in partnering with such App offerings as Scout by Telenav.

The Ford Focus ST to be well represented at SEMA 2012

By Patrick Rall on October 15, 2012 - 6:24PM

Ford Motor Company has just issued a new group of artwork designed to preview the cars that will fill their booth at the 2012 SEMA Show with the latest batch focusing on the new high performance Ford Focus ST – including unique renditions of the sporty 5-door hatch from names like Cosworth, Steeda, Galpin Auto Sports and Tanner Foust.

The 2013 Lexus LS near Saguaro National Park. Photo © 2012 by Don Bain

What the Lexus LS flagship does for the brand

By Don Bain on October 15, 2012 - 6:17PM

Flagship was originally a naval term referring to the lead ship in an armada, usually carrying the admiral or flag officer, but over the years it has come to mean the best or most important product produced by a manufacturer, to which the Lexus Ls is no exception.

Enzo-heir Ferrari F70 hybrid hypercar to debut in Detroit

By Patrick Rall on October 15, 2012 - 2:44PM

When the Ferrari F70 arrives, it will serve as the technical successor to the famed Enzo Ferrari while also being the most powerful road car ever built by the Italian automaker and while many expected that it would make its global, public debut in Europe – Ferrari has confirmed that the new hybrid hypercar will formally be unveiled at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

A Portable AeroVironment Home Charging Station

By Nicolas Zart on October 15, 2012 - 12:00PM

How about bringing your Level2 charger with you any time, anywhere there is a 240V outlet where you’re going? With Aerovironment’s EVSE-RS Plug-In, this could mean a very convenient charging experience for electric car drivers.

Ferrari F12 Berlinetta deserves half of new award [Video]

By Denis Flierl on October 15, 2012 - 8:36AM

Ferrari has received an award from a British newspaper for the new 2013 F12 Berlinetta as the “Best Supercar and Luxury Car,”  but is it deserving of both?

The Ultimate HIstory of Porsche. Photo by Don Bain 2012.

Richard Kollins named to board of National Automotive History Collection

By Don Bain on October 15, 2012 - 1:28AM

The National Automotive History Collection (NAHC) is the nation’s premier public automotive archive documenting the history and development of the automobile and other forms of motorized wheeled transportation in the United States and around the globe.

Chevrolet and Isaac Mizrahi give sneak peek of Malibu clothing

By Aaron Turpen on October 14, 2012 - 8:10AM

GM has hired Isaac Mizrahi to design a clothing collection inspired by the all-new 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. The designer gives a sneak peek into the collection to be unveiled this week.

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