Automotive News (Page 952)

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 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series. Photo courtesy of MBUSA.

The racing inspired 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series

By Don Bain on November 10, 2012 - 9:25PM

Even to the nitrous-infused minds at Mercedes AMG GmbH, the 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series is “the most extreme version of the celebrated SLS.”

Hideous 'Incredible Hulk' drug dealer car heads to US Marshals' auction

By Anthony Faccenda on November 10, 2012 - 8:16PM

The customized 1989 Chevy Caprice was once owned by Ohio drug dealer Thomas King.

BorgWarner creates first 3-stage turbo for BMW

By Aaron Turpen on November 10, 2012 - 2:25PM

BorgWarner has introduced the first 3-stage turbocharging system for diesel engines and it will appear exclusively on BMW's M Performance diesel.

Ford and Univ of Michigan holding contest for V2V comm

By Aaron Turpen on November 10, 2012 - 2:08PM

Ford and the University of Michigan are holding a student contest for vehicle-to-vehicle communications innovation.

New Porsche compact sports car to be unveiled in LA

By Denis Flierl on November 10, 2012 - 7:28AM

Porsche has confirmed it will unveil an all-new compact sports car at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show.

Ford's hybrid cars give better efficiency by learning where you drive with EV+ feature

By David Herron on November 9, 2012 - 7:20PM

Ford's new EV+ feature for its hybrid or plug-in cars helps the car stay in electric mode for longer distances, offering better fuel efficiency through predictive software algorithms.

Chrysler recalls over 919,000 Jeep SUVs worldwide due to defective airbags

By Anthony Faccenda on November 9, 2012 - 6:40PM

The automaker issued the massive recall due to an airbag control module problem, which may lead to unintended airbag deployment.

Is Fisker Automotive planning to take on the Chevy Volt?

By David Herron on November 9, 2012 - 3:39PM

Rumors have surfaced that Fisker Automotive is planning a third plug-in hybrid car to target the "premium entry level segment," essentially the Chevy Volt, whose former program lead is now the CEO of Fisker.

Ford C-MAX turns out to be a big success for the company

Ford C-MAX Enjoys Early Success With Consumers

By Nicolas Zart on November 9, 2012 - 2:25PM

Ford’s C-MAX is hitting an early high note with consumers. The hybrid and plug-in hybrid version builds on the versatility of this car.

BigFoot goes electric

By Aaron Turpen on November 9, 2012 - 12:10PM

The legendary BigFoot monster truck that started the monster craze has converted, turning over a new leaf.

McLaren Production and Technology Centres

McLaren unlikely winner of Carbon Trust Standard

By Aaron Turpen on November 9, 2012 - 11:52AM

When we think of supercars like the McLaren 12C, we don't necessarily think of environmental friendliness, but maybe the cliche doesn't necessarily reflect reality.

Mazda and Toyota team up to create an important new vehicle

By John Goreham on November 9, 2012 - 8:39AM

This new product will be branded a Toyota and sold in North America

Audi to build Q7 in India

By John Goreham on November 8, 2012 - 9:09PM

Audi will begin to build the flagship Q7 in its Skoda factory

Lincoln's stumbles slow Ford in October 2012 sales

By Patrick Rall on November 8, 2012 - 6:58PM

October 2012 was a month that Ford Motor Company likely looks forward to putting behind them as with a weaker month by the Ford brand and a horrible month for Lincoln, the Motor Company posted a growth of less than 1% - making them one of the worst performance automakers in the US in terms of growth.

All four GM brands show growth in October 2012

By Patrick Rall on November 8, 2012 - 6:38PM

October 2012 proved to be a good month for the folks at General Motors, with all four of their current brands showing positive growth while the company as a whole led the US market in sales volume with 195,674 vehicles sold last month.

Oprah VW Beetle winners pay it forward

By Denis Flierl on November 8, 2012 - 6:23PM

Oprah 2012 VW Beetle winners are returning to Chicago to donate their time and services to two very worthwhile organizations.

Chrysler stays strong in October 2012, posts 31st straight month of growth

By Patrick Rall on November 8, 2012 - 6:07PM

The sales numbers are in for October 2012 and once again, the Chrysler Group is the strongest of the American automakers and third from the top among major auto groups – trailing only Toyota Motor Company and the BMW Group.

Fuji Fast Charge station at Residence Inn

Fuji's low cost 25kw CHADEMO fast charging station gets first deployment in U.S.

By David Herron on November 8, 2012 - 5:52PM

The first publicly available electric car fast charging station on the ChargePoint network has been installed near Los Angeles in the first of what is slated to be a string of fast charging stations in the Los Angeles and San Diego area.

GM offers pickups that can help end oil addiction

By John Goreham on November 8, 2012 - 5:38PM

For those who are concerned about "foreign oil," and "oil Subsidies'" but in need of a heavy duty pickup, salvation has arrived

BYD wants to sell electric cars zero money down

BYD Wants To Sell EVs Zero Down Payment

By Nicolas Zart on November 8, 2012 - 4:54PM

BYD is trying to get its electric vehicles out the door in order to increase its market share. But is zero payment down the way to go?

Jaguar recalls 2010-2012 XF models over dangerous fuel leak flaw

By Anthony Faccenda on November 8, 2012 - 12:38PM

Recall documents indicate that affected vehicles may contain a cracked fuel tank flange, which may leak fuel.

The 2013 Ford Mustang Boss 302 in Gotta Have It Green

2014 Ford Mustang order guide leaked – changes include new colors, no Boss

By Patrick Rall on November 8, 2012 - 10:58AM

Back in August, we got our first chunk of information on the 2012 Ford Mustang courtesy of the enthusiasts at The Mustang Source and today, we have official documentation on what will be new for the 2014 Mustang courtesy of the company order guide.

JP Edition 2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo goes green [video]

By Denis Flierl on November 8, 2012 - 7:53AM

Hyundai has turned green and awarded its first SEMA President’s Choice award to the JP Edition 2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo built by tuner and designer John Pangilinan.

Toyota recalls 11,000 Scion iQ vehicles over air bag issue

By Anthony Faccenda on November 7, 2012 - 10:02PM

The recall, which affects both 2012 and 2013 iQ microcars, was issued due to faulty sensor cables.

Ford Ranger wins International Pick-Up Award 2013

By Aaron Turpen on November 7, 2012 - 3:01PM

The new Ford Ranger has won the International Pick-Up Award 2013 in Dublin in a landslide win over the Isuzu D-Max and Volkswagen Amarok competition.

2013 Ford Mustang SEMA Build Powered by Women

A closer look at the Ford Mustangs in the company display at SEMA

By Patrick Rall on November 7, 2012 - 2:58PM

While we have already shown you the new Twin Turbo Cobra Jet and the Vaughn Gittin Jr RTR Stage 3 Mustang, there were five other heavily customized Ford Mustang models in the large indoor Ford company display at the 2012 SEMA Show that are well worth a closer look.

Tesla Model S Elected Car of the Year 2013

By Nicolas Zart on November 7, 2012 - 2:11PM

It didn’t take long for the barely out the door Tesla Model S to get high accolades. Times have changed when an electric car gets the Car of the Year award from a major car magazine.

The Renaul-Caterham A110-50 is getting closer to production

The Renault Alpine A110-50 Promises To Shake Things Up

By Nicolas Zart on November 7, 2012 - 1:22PM

The Renault Alpine A110-50 looks great on paper but will it rekindle the original success and passion of the A110? In the meantime the Renault-Caterham duo thinks so.

2013 Honda Accord Coupe HFP debuts at SEMA, coming to dealers next spring

By Patrick Rall on November 7, 2012 - 12:53PM

Among the collection of modified Honda and Acura products at the 2012 SEMA Show was the 2013 Honda Accord HFP Coupe (Honda Factory Performance) – a special performance package that will be available in limited numbers at American Honda dealerships starting next spring.

Suzuki drops U.S. market

By Aaron Turpen on November 7, 2012 - 12:26PM

Suzuki has finally called it quits and will be pulling out of the U.S. auto market as sales continue to flag and decades of trying to gain a foothold prove wasted.

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