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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.

By Aaron Turpen on September 14, 2012 - 2:07PM
RMAP members, including our own Don Bain and Aaron Turpen, had the unique opportunity to take a dozen crossovers, SUVs, and trucks into the Rocky Mountains for some off-road adventures. Several 2013 models were on hand to climb rocks and sling mud.
By Denis Flierl on September 14, 2012 - 1:28PM
Audi has released a very well done commercial and the all-new 2013 Audi S8 plays the perfect role in “Suspect.”
By Patrick Rall on September 14, 2012 - 1:16PM
General Motors has once again filed for a trademark of the name Z28 – sending the automotive media and Camaro enthusiast world into a frenzy of what is coming next to the Chevy muscle car with discussions suggesting that the Z28 name could replace either the Camaro ZL1 or Camaro SS trimline in the near future.
By John Goreham on September 14, 2012 - 12:49PM
Kyle Busch transforms a Camry into a Dream car with heavy modifications.
By Nicolas Zart on September 14, 2012 - 12:35PM
A heated discussion than never seems to cool off is whether or not electric and plug-in hybrids need to make noise. A better question would be, should people pay more attention when near cars?
By Denis Flierl on September 14, 2012 - 11:49AM
Land Rover revealed the 2013 Range Rover for the very first time in the U.S. and announced pricing on the all-new luxury SUV.
By Nicolas Zart on September 14, 2012 - 11:49AM
The last decade has seen a rise in keyless car entrance and push buttons start devices. Is it revolutionary or simple gimmick?
By Nicolas Zart on September 14, 2012 - 11:17AM
And to think Toyota said it wouldn’t work. The company reports 6,000 Prius PHEV left the lots.
By Denis Flierl on September 14, 2012 - 9:15AM
The Volkswagen Beetle is getting sportier with an all-new R-Line package both inside and out.
By Denis Flierl on September 14, 2012 - 8:11AM
BMW has revealed the future of their premium compacts in the Concept Active Tourer just ahead of the 2012 Paris Auto Show.
By Nicolas Zart on September 13, 2012 - 7:22PM
If traditional heating systems work fine with a hot running internal combustion engine, electric vehicles need a work around. BMW is developing an infrared heating system.
By John Goreham on September 13, 2012 - 7:01PM
Chevy's yester-tech small block pushrod V8 still state of the art in terms of power and efficiency.
By John Goreham on September 13, 2012 - 3:00PM
Ford claims there are 3 main advantages in moving to the new generation of lithium ion batteries. Ford also claims it has reduced its use of a costly rare-Earth magnet material in its new hybrid drives.
By Nicolas Zart on September 13, 2012 - 2:11PM
Audi has shied away from the media when it comes to the e-tron platform. The A3 e-tron is currently being tested in a similar quiet manner.
By David Herron on September 13, 2012 - 1:30PM
The second generation Toyota RAV4 EV all electric SUV, is going on sale in two weeks, in select Toyota dealerships in California.
By Patrick Rall on September 13, 2012 - 11:02AM
Rumors have been swirling for some time that there will be a new Chrysler 100 coming that will be based on the 2013 Dodge Dart and attendees at the recent Chrysler Group national dealer convention have stated that the Chrysler 100 was in attendance – with a hatchback design that will set it apart from the sporty Dart sedan.
By Anthony Faccenda on September 13, 2012 - 10:14AM
The recall, which involves just over 5,000 vehicles, was issued to fix a trailer hitch wiring harness defect.
By John Goreham on September 13, 2012 - 8:46AM
New engine will offer more power and better fuel efficiency in the Taurus Police Interceptor.
By Denis Flierl on September 13, 2012 - 7:51AM
The 2013 Kia Rio SX was inspired by Kia’s B-spec motorsports program and now comes optioned for driving enthusiasts.
By John Goreham on September 12, 2012 - 7:36PM
As part of its commitment to the California Science Center, Toyota will tow the Space Shuttle Endeavor with a Tundra exactly like the one buyers get in a dealership.
By David Herron on September 12, 2012 - 6:04PM
Ford says the company's major push into high fuel efficiency vehicles is justified by market research showing consumers are already taking steps to increase fuel efficiency, and are willing to pay a bit more for higher MPG's.
By Don Bain on September 12, 2012 - 5:31PM
The long awaited 2012 Toyota RAV EV, the brainchild of Toyota’s partnership with Tesla, is nearing its final release and the brand is trying to build excitement with YouTube videos singing its praises.
By Anthony Faccenda on September 12, 2012 - 5:13PM
James Bond's Aston Martin DBS, which was featured in Quantum of Solace, will soon be up for auction.
By Nicolas Zart on September 12, 2012 - 4:21PM
CODA has given us an electric car that should prove once and for all, electric cars pack serious performance, matched by a truly usable range. We spent the day at the wheel of a CODA in Los Angeles city traffic, highway and canyon drive on an 80 mile range anxiety drive.
By Anthony Faccenda on September 12, 2012 - 3:36PM
Lukoil gas station owners are protesting unfair pricing practices by Lukoil North America.
By David Herron on September 12, 2012 - 3:33PM
Proving that fuel cell technology has not been forgotten, Nissan released a preview of the Nissan TeRRA Fuel Cell SUV concept vehicle that will debut at the 2012 Paris Auto Show.
By Aaron Turpen on September 12, 2012 - 2:36PM
During a technology forum held on Google+ Hangouts, Ford highlighted the new Auto Start-Stop option that will be available on the 2013 Fusion, along with specifics about the technology and a recent survey commissioned by Ford regarding energy savings and fuel efficiency. The results may surprise some eco-enthusiasts.
By Don Bain on September 12, 2012 - 2:28PM
How long seniors should retain their license to drive has been in the news lately, with some calling for automatic loss of privileges at a certain age. In reality, it is the medical prescriptions, and in some cases, the medical conditions themselves that make older drivers as dangerous as texting teenagers or imbibing adults.
By Anthony Faccenda on September 12, 2012 - 2:14PM
Don't ever accuse Volkswagen of not trying something different when it comes to marketing.
By John Goreham on September 12, 2012 - 1:55PM
Volvo is leaving is staid image in the dust. The new S60 design trend is continuing with the V40 and the new V40 R-Design will turn a lot of heads.