Automotive News (Page 976)

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.

2013 Cadillac ATS nabs Esquire's Car of the Year award

By Anthony Faccenda on September 12, 2012 - 12:24PM

Read more to find out why Esquire says the 2013 ATS "is perhaps the single most important thing Detroit has built in years."

Toe CODA is one of the best electric cars available on the market today

CODA Officially Removes The Range Anxiety

By Nicolas Zart on September 12, 2012 - 11:50AM

CODA is set and it wants you to know it is ready to offer you one of the best electric sedans available. And judging by the hours spent behind its wheels, this electric car will surprise you.

Next generation Chrysler 200 to get a new design and 38mpg

By Patrick Rall on September 12, 2012 - 11:31AM

While both the Chrysler Group and their dealerships are remaining quiet about the classified contents of the company dealer show earlier this week, inside sources indicate that one of the most popular models was the next generation Chrysler 200 – featuring Fiat architecture and a 9-speed automatic transmission that will help the new midsized sedan reach 38 miles per gallon.

Ford Fuel Saving Technology Forum On Google+ Today

By Nicolas Zart on September 12, 2012 - 10:41AM

Ford is stepping up its offensive on how it can save you fuel with its vehicles. Here is a synapse of what you can expect tomorrow.

2013 Porsche Cayenne S gets new V8 diesel with massive power

By Denis Flierl on September 12, 2012 - 7:23AM

The 2013 Porsche Cayenne S will be getting a new diesel V8 engine that will give it a massive increase in torque and power.

Scion planning the ultimate underground party in Cincinnati

By Don Bain on September 12, 2012 - 1:53AM

Scion began as a brand aimed at youthful buyers, but over the years since the first Scion hit the streets, it has created a quasi-cult following of highly passionate believers of all ages, genders, races and creeds. This highly inclusive following will come together for the ultimate underground party in a half-mile, underground tunnel in downtown Cincinnati September 15.

Tesla's transformation of automobile service stumbles in Massachussetts

By David Herron on September 11, 2012 - 10:05PM

Tesla Motors is doing things differently from other automakers, and the company's sales and service model don't always agree with local laws.

Peugeot Onyx concept teased ahead of Paris show

By Aaron Turpen on September 11, 2012 - 9:42PM

Peugeot has teased an exciting new concept sports car to debut at the upcoming Paris Motor Show.

The Ford Mustang and Ford Fusion at the Flat Rock Assembly Plant

Ford officially renames the Mustang assembly plant, plans to add 1,200 jobs

By Patrick Rall on September 11, 2012 - 9:08PM

During a quick ceremony yesterday, Ford Motor Company officially renamed the AutoAlliance International production facility which will now be known as the Flat Rock Assembly Plant which will continue to serve as the production facility of the Ford Mustang as well as the future assembly point of the next generation Ford Fusion.

Mark Fields named Chief Operating Officer of Ford Motor Company

By Patrick Rall on September 11, 2012 - 8:05PM

The news hit the press late this afternoon that Ford Motor Company will soon announced a promotion of sorts for Mark Fields from President of the Americas to the position of Chief Operating Officer – putting the 51 year old executive second in command to CEO Alan Mulally and aligning Fields to take over as the head of the company when Mulally retires.

Toyota Prius Plug-in outselling both Nissan Leaf and Chevy Volt first six months

By David Herron on September 11, 2012 - 7:12PM

The Toyota Prius Plug-in has been on sale for 6 months, and has outsold the first six months of the Leaf and Volt sales, while offering some advantages, wrapped in a car that is already familiar to many.

Google's driverless car from the video A Look Inside Google's “Driverless Car”

Google's driverless car tech under attack over privacy issues

By Don Bain on September 11, 2012 - 3:58PM

The public interest group Consumer Watchdog has urged the gubernatorial veto of California’s SB 1298 due to concerns over privacy issues in Google’s driverless car technology.

Maserati teases sports car concept for Paris Show debut

By Aaron Turpen on September 11, 2012 - 3:44PM

An email to select Maserati customers has tantalized with a reference to a two-seater sports car they will be showcasing at the upcoming Paris Motor Show.

Toyota Dream Build NASCAR design Prius takes shape

By John Goreham on September 11, 2012 - 2:48PM

Toyota Racing's Dream Build Challenge token electron burner starts to come together under Clint Boyer's guidance

Kleenspeed breaks a lap record and hints at production car

Kleenspeed EV-X11 Sets Another Lap Record Electric Cars

By Nicolas Zart on September 11, 2012 - 9:55AM

There doesn’t seem to be more than a week or so without yet another electric car breaking a record of some sort. This time, it was Kleenspeed with their EV-X11.

2013 Subaru BRZ: Great driving fun, and also safe

By Denis Flierl on September 11, 2012 - 7:44AM

The all-new 2013 Subaru BRZ is fun-to-drive and is also one of the safest sports cars to drive and has earned the highest possible rating in IIHS evaluations.

National Plug-in Day shows the many benefits of plug-in electric vehicles

By David Herron on September 10, 2012 - 11:41PM

For the second year, National Plug-in Day will bring together owners and prospective owners of all electric, battery electric or plug-in hybrid cars to show off the many benefits these cars have over gasoline powered cars.

GM calls Reuters 'grossly wrong,' denies loss of $49k per Volt sold

By Anthony Faccenda on September 10, 2012 - 10:59PM

While sales of the Volt have been less than anticipated, GM claims that it can still make a profit in the years to come.

2013 SRT Viper official pricing announced - starting $15k less than the Corvette ZR1

By Patrick Rall on September 10, 2012 - 10:06PM

The Chrysler Group has announced the pricing for the 2013 SRT Viper and the 2013 SRT Viper GTS with a starting price for the “base model” SRT Viper of $97,395 while the higher performance SRT Viper GTS carries a starting price of $120,395 – neither of which includes the $1,995 destination fee.

What does it cost to make the Chevy Volt?

By Anthony Faccenda on September 10, 2012 - 9:41PM

Newly released data shows that the Volt costs much more to make than its $39,999 asking price.

An image from the Volvo Joyride web page. Image courtesy of Volvo Cars of North

Volvo joins Pinterest with a Volvo Joyride contest

By Don Bain on September 10, 2012 - 6:55PM

Volvo Cars of North America (VCNA) has announced the launch of a new Pinterest-based promotion they’re calling the Volvo Joyride. This is reportedly the first social media platform campaign for the company while providing the official launch of their Pinterest channel.

An all electric Lada? Times are a changin'

An Electric Lada Is Not So Surprising

By Nicolas Zart on September 10, 2012 - 4:23PM

You’d think the tough, rugged Lada image we have would continue its happy life with rather inefficient gasoline engine but a project aiming to electrify some Ladas is not that surprising.

1912 Ford Model T Speedster. Photo © 2012 by Don Bain.

The first coast-to-coast highway turns 99 today

By Don Bain on September 10, 2012 - 2:02PM

The first coast-to-coast highway in the US opened September 10 of 1913. Originally known as the Lincoln Highway, the road originally ran for 3,389 miles through 13 states, from the Big Apple’s Times Square to San Francisco’s Lincoln Park.

Converted old cars to electricity should be recognized

Rebates Should Also Be For Converted Electric Cars

By Nicolas Zart on September 10, 2012 - 12:48PM

While governments pride themselves on facilitating the purchase of electric cars, some are left out of the equation. What about those who convert cars to electricity?

Belmont Shore Car Show Attracts Oddities And More

By Nicolas Zart on September 10, 2012 - 11:36AM

The Long Beach, CA Belmont Shore Car Show is always a fun event where you can witness the amount of time some spend on hot rodding their rides. This year’s was no exception.

2013 BMW M5 packs more horsepower than advertised

By Patrick Rall on September 10, 2012 - 10:42AM

Even though the horsepower war raging across the global automotive industry is all about having a few more ponies than your nearest competitor, the act of underrating your big dogs is as popular now as it was in the 1970s – with the most recent news of a production car making more power than advertised being the 2013 BMW M5 sedan.

Charging 45 Karmas Simultaneously

By Nicolas Zart on September 10, 2012 - 9:50AM

Charging more than one electric cars at the same time takes juice and a little bit of planning. 45 Fisker Karma owners broke the world record for the highest number of mixed-brand electric vehicles to be charged simultaneously.

Aston Martin Vanquish like its never been seen before [w/videos]

By Denis Flierl on September 10, 2012 - 7:54AM

Aston Martin has released four new videos of the Vanquish super grand tourer and reveals the supercar in a whole new light.

The 2013 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG. Photo courtesy of MBUSA.

Forbes picks the priciest trucks while Tata goes global with the cheapest

By Don Bain on September 10, 2012 - 3:24AM

In a journalistic ying and yang, we encountered two counterbalanced news releases early this morning, one in which Forbes discusses how luxury continues to leak into pickups, SUVs and crossovers, while at the same time, India’s Tata announces the possibility of going global with its one-ton pickup priced around $10,000.

Will the 2012 TTXGP World Championships be the most exciting electric motorcycle race yet?

By David Herron on September 10, 2012 - 12:59AM

The TTXGP World Championship race at Daytona International Raceway is shaping up to be an exciting race, that will be the largest ever electric superbike, with potential results that are too close to call ahead of time.

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