Automotive News (Page 969)

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.

Lexus LFA Nurburgring Edition to make US auto show debut at SEMA 2012

By Patrick Rall on October 18, 2012 - 1:49PM

According to the official Lexus Facebook page, the incredible Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition will make its formal American auto show debut in just 12 days at the 2012 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.

Ventriloquist Jeff Dunham working on a SEMA project with Mopar

By Patrick Rall on October 18, 2012 - 12:54PM

Comedian and ventriloquist Jeff Dunham is currently working on a project with the folks from Chrysler’s Mopar division to customize a 2012 Dodge Challenger SRT8 with a series of YouTube videos chronicling the build – and the debut of this unique Challenger named Project Ultraviolet is set for the 2012 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.

100% Official: 2014 Chevrolet C7 Corvette will debut in Detroit in January

By Patrick Rall on October 18, 2012 - 12:01PM

General Motors announced this morning that on Sunday, January 13th 2013, they will introduce the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette at a preview event for the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit – ushering in the C7 generation of the might Corvette.

Ferrari interviews Eric Clapton about his $4.75 million SP12 EC

By Denis Flierl on October 18, 2012 - 8:25AM

In an interview by Ferrari Magazine, Eric Clapton talks about the incredible process of designing his $4.75 million one-off SP12 EC custom Ferrari.

Caterpillar announces hybrid electric earth moving machine, Cat663E H

By David Herron on October 17, 2012 - 8:14PM

Heavy equipment maker Caterpillar proves that hybrid vehicle technologies can be applied big machines, as well as small, with introduction of a hybrid version of their industry-leading excavator machine.

Fisker Karma shows its not a loser by winning four more prestigious design awards

By David Herron on October 17, 2012 - 6:43PM

The accolades keep pouring in for the Fisker Karma, a plug-in hybrid electric luxury sedan designed by famed auto designer Henrik Fisker, and manufactured by the company he launched several years ago, Fisker Automotive.

The fruit of 3 years work on the electric R8

Audi all-electric F12 e Sport Shows Electric Potential

By Nicolas Zart on October 17, 2012 - 5:27PM

Audi has finally unveiled its first all-electric F12 ‘e Sport’ based on the R8 platform. So what does it have to say?

The Cadillac CTS-V is a serial killer's vehicle of choice in 'Alex Cross'

By Anthony Faccenda on October 17, 2012 - 5:15PM

Matthew Fox, who portrays a sinister killer named Picasso, drives the high-performance luxury vehicle in the new film.

SAE DC Fast Charging standard to reduce electric cars charging time to 1/2 hour

By David Herron on October 17, 2012 - 4:26PM

The SAE International committee overseeing electric car charging (J1772) has finally released its standard for fast charging electric cars, and the standard promises to simplify the life of future electric car owners by slashing recharging time.

Nissan's new "steer-by-wire" technology makes joystick driving possible

By Anthony Faccenda on October 17, 2012 - 2:33PM

Also known as “independent control steering technology,” Nissan's "steer-by-wire" system replaces mechanical steering through an innovative computer controlled unit.

Intelligent electric vehicles will self-park and eliminate valets

By John Goreham on October 17, 2012 - 1:39PM

Since cars can already drive themselves why bother with hassles of city parking?

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.

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