Automotive News (Page 967)

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.

N.J. bans 'big smiles' in driver's license photos

By Anthony Faccenda on September 22, 2012 - 12:46PM

The New Jersey Motor Vehicle commission contends that 'big smiles' confuse the state's newly implemented facial recognition system.

New York City Approves Nissan as Exclusive Taxi Provider. (PRNewsFoto/Nissan Nor

Nissan’s NV200 is New York's Taxi of Tomorrow

By Don Bain on September 21, 2012 - 9:45PM

By a majority vote of the New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) the Nissan NV200 Taxi of Tomorrow has been officially approved, along with regulations mandating the replacement of retiring taxicabs with the model.

An unofficial review of the surprising Chevy Camaro ZL 1

By John Goreham on September 21, 2012 - 8:56PM

An interesting first ride in the best Camaro ever built, and likely ever to be built.

In wake of Leaf battery flap, Coda points to active thermal management

By David Herron on September 21, 2012 - 8:40PM

Coda personnel talk up the temperature management system built into the company's electric car following news that Nissan Leaf owners testing Leaf battery capacity have found significant battery capacity loss.

The front of the Jefferson North Assembly Plant

Chrysler's Jefferson North plant opens as names, details of plant stabbing surface

By Patrick Rall on September 21, 2012 - 5:10PM

Chrysler’s Jefferson North Assembly Plant in Detroit restarted production today - just a day after one worker murdered the other before taking his own life – and more details of the crime including the two men’s names have surfaced.

Audi future engines: Electric turbocharger is coming

By Denis Flierl on September 21, 2012 - 3:34PM

Audi is developing a future electric turbo technology that will completely eliminate turbo lag.

2015 SRT Barracuda could be a Mustang killer

By Denis Flierl on September 21, 2012 - 1:55PM

The 2015 SRT Barracuda could be replacing the Dodge Challenger and it may also give the 2015 Ford Mustang major competition.

Audi's new 2013 S3 is 50 shades of amazing

By John Goreham on September 21, 2012 - 1:12PM

The S3 will debut a new 2.0 liter turbo with 300 HP and many other new innovations.

A look at the upcoming and current Buick and GMC lineup

GM teases new Buick Regal, LaCrosse, GMC Sierra, Yukon coming within 12 months

By Patrick Rall on September 21, 2012 - 12:38PM

General Motors announced last night that the Buick and GMC brands would be receiving nine new models in their lineup over the next 12 months with some of the most popular vehicles in those two brands getting a refresh – including the Buick Regal, the Buick LaCrosse, the GMC Sierra and the GMC Yukon.

Land Rover features Defender in James Bond’s Skyfall

By Denis Flierl on September 21, 2012 - 11:52AM

Jaguar Land Rover is celebrating the Golden anniversary of James Bond by featuring a Defender and other special vehicles in the new movie Skyfall.

GM recalls 426,000 sedans overall rollaway risk

By Patrick Rall on September 21, 2012 - 11:04AM

General Motors and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration have announced a recall of over 426,000 midsized sedans including the Chevrolet Malibu, Saturn Aura and Pontiac G6 sedans over a concern that a component inside the automatic transmission could fail – possibly making it impossible to restart or even allowing the vehicle to roll away when the vehicle is parked.

2013 Shelby GT350 and GT500 Super Snake roll into Vegas

By Denis Flierl on September 21, 2012 - 8:36AM

The 2013 Shelby GT350 and Shelby GT500 Super Snake roll into Las Vegas for the Shelby American 50th Anniversary Tour grand finale.

New power-dense GDI turbo offered for 2013 Chevrolet Malibu

By Aaron Turpen on September 21, 2012 - 12:46AM

The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will feature a new GDI Ecotec 2.0L turbocharged engine, becoming one of the most power-dense offerings in the industry.

Nissan Leaf brigade preparing for testing

Nissan Leaf owners stage massive test to prove battery aging case

By Aaron Turpen on September 21, 2012 - 12:27AM

To protest Nissan's lack of meaningful response to battery lifespan issues, Leaf owners in Arizona have banded together in one of the largest EV tests of its kind to prove that the Leaf's batteries are, indeed, aging prematurely and losing effectiveness before their time.

Brandon Miller at the Bonneville Salt Flats

Electric Cowboy's 102 miles/hr electric motorcycle land speed record

By David Herron on September 20, 2012 - 9:57PM

Brandon Nozaki Miller, riding a modified Zero Motorcycles made Zero S ZF6 electric motorcycle, sets a new land speed record for lightweight electric motorcycles.

Chrysler trademarks new names including Chrysler 100, Ram ProMaster and 8 Mile

By Patrick Rall on September 20, 2012 - 9:49PM

The Mopar superfans over all Allpar have dug up an interesting handful of new trademarks applied for by the Chrysler Group that offers some insight into some upcoming models – as well as also raising some interesting questions about what is to come.

Unique 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 created for life-changing cause

By Denis Flierl on September 20, 2012 - 7:00PM

A very special one-of-a-kind 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 will be auctioned off this Saturday to benefit the Henry Ford Health System.

Chrysler plant shut down after employee kills co-worker, then commits suicide

By Anthony Faccenda on September 20, 2012 - 12:43PM

The horrific crime took place around 8 a.m. this morning at Chrysler's Jefferson North plant in Detroit

Porsche 918 Spyder runs faster than expected Nurburgring time

By Denis Flierl on September 20, 2012 - 7:26AM

The 2014 Porsche 918 Spyder had a developmental goal of running a lap time of less than 7:22 at the Nuburgring and they blew that away this week.

Teens are learning distracted driving habits from their parents

By Aaron Turpen on September 20, 2012 - 2:12AM

Teenage drivers, no survivors.. Turns out, teenagers learn most of their bad habits from their parents. So that kid you think is completely ignoring you? She's secretly memorizing your every move to copy later, says a survey from SADD.

Porsche 918 Spyder brochure leaked - 800 HP, 78 MPG

By Aaron Turpen on September 20, 2012 - 1:55AM

The new definition of supercar may be had with the Porsche 918 Spyder hybrid. At 800 horsepower, it's one of the most powerful street legal cars on the planet, but at 78 miles per gallon, it may also be one of the most efficient as well.

The 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee at the 2012 4XFall Photo © 2012 by Roman Mica

Working Mother names Chrysler among 100 Best Companies

By Don Bain on September 20, 2012 - 1:31AM

For the 13th time Working Mother magazine has named Chrysler Group LLC as one of the "100 Best Companies for Working Mothers," underscoring the firm’s commitment to diversity and support of women in the workforce.

Pedestrians, bicyclists and cars must share the streets more equitably

BMW's 'UR:BAN' project developing grid lock easing technology

By David Herron on September 20, 2012 - 12:22AM

The automobile is so successful urban highways are choking on the crushing load of cars, but a BMW research project is looking into integrating computer technology to help drivers manage urban driving, and ease traffic congestion.

FedEx and Nissan expanding e-NV200 electric cargo van pilot program

By David Herron on September 19, 2012 - 8:18PM

FedEx has been testing Nissan's futuristic e-NV200 electric cargo van since December 2011, and the pilot program is expanding globally ahead of the e-NV200's production launch in 2013.

Study: Burgers pollute more than diesel trucks

By Anthony Faccenda on September 19, 2012 - 6:28PM

An interesting study from the University of California, Riverside might make some you reconsider your views on pollution.

The 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 Super Snake Coupe

Introducing the 850hp 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 Super Snake

By Patrick Rall on September 19, 2012 - 12:39PM

The folks at Shelby American have just announced the details for the 203 Ford Shelby GT500 Super Snake – an extreme performance version of the production Shelby GT500 Mustang – with the new Super Snake being the most powerful Shelby Mustang production model ever offered.

2013 SRT Viper dealer allocation to be more exclusive than expected

By Patrick Rall on September 19, 2012 - 10:53AM

TorqueNews reported a few weeks ago that when the 2013 SRT Viper begins hitting dealers, only 1 in 5 American Chrysler Group dealerships will earn the right to sell the new supercar but new information indicates that the number will actually be much lower – with as few as 100 of the 2,300 US dealerships offering the new Viper.

Volvo launches capable 2013 V40 Cross Country all-roader

By Denis Flierl on September 19, 2012 - 8:04AM

Volvo is launching the all-new 2013 V40 Cross Country that offers all-wheel-drive for rugged adventure.

2013 Aston Martin DB9 gets significant performance enhancements

By Denis Flierl on September 18, 2012 - 9:10PM

The all-new 2013 Aston Martin DB9 gets more horsepower and some significant performance enhancements.

Hyundai partners with "Gangnam Style" rapper PSY

By Anthony Faccenda on September 18, 2012 - 8:41PM

Hyundai has launched a Facebook ad featuring the South Korean-born rapper with a Hyundai Equus.

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