Automotive News (Page 981)

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.

Cadillac to auction off first production 2013 ATS for charity

By Anthony Faccenda on September 17, 2012 - 6:51PM

The 2013 ATS will be auctioned at Barrett-Jackson's upcoming Las Vegas auction to benefit Duchenne muscular dystrophy research.

Feds expand Hyundai Elantra "severed ear" air bag probe

By Anthony Faccenda on September 17, 2012 - 6:01PM

The NHTSA has just expanded its investigation of 2012 Elantra models to also include 2011 and 2013 vehicles.

Honda spotlights how low the cost of ownership of hybrids really is with the 2013 Insight

By John Goreham on September 17, 2012 - 4:59PM

The cost to own a fuel sipper has never been better and Honda's 2012 Cost of Ownership award from KBB shows how amazingly low it can be.

2014 Chevrolet Impala features new fuel saving technology

By John Goreham on September 17, 2012 - 10:55AM

GM is looking to the valves to save one more mpg in its 2014 Chevy Impala.

Toyota/Audi hybrid race cars win 1st & 2nd at 6 Hours of Sao Paulo endurance race

By David Herron on September 17, 2012 - 10:25AM

Toyota's TS030 hybrid race car made a convincing win in the 6 Hours of Sao Paulo, joining Audi's R18 e-tron quattro hybrid race car as 2012's top dawgs in endurance car racing.

Smart ForStars offers in-cinema experience under the stars

By Denis Flierl on September 17, 2012 - 7:47AM

Smart is unveiling a unique Sports Utility Coupe concept called Smart ForStars that offers a first-ever integrated video projector.

New Lexus LF-CC Concept revealed ahead of Paris show

By Aaron Turpen on September 17, 2012 - 5:06AM

Lexus drops photos and a few details on the new LF-CC, a compact version of the show-stopping LF-LC concept shown just a few months ago. The car shows the clear design trend that Lexus will be adopting in the near future.

Hyundai confirms new-generation i30 Three-Door

By Denis Flierl on September 16, 2012 - 8:04AM

Ahead of its world debut at the 2012 Paris Motor Show, Hyundai has confirmed the new generation i30 Three-Door.

All-new 2013 GMC Acadia pricing announced

By Aaron Turpen on September 15, 2012 - 11:01PM

The re-designed and re-appointed 3-row, full-sized SUV gets priced in both its base level and high-end Denali trims. New standard features also detailed.

Ford Teen Driving Safety Campaign in Hollywood

Ford Teen Driving Safety Campaign Multiply Events

By Nicolas Zart on September 15, 2012 - 5:43PM

Ford is pursuing its intelligent teen driving campaign. This year, the campaign joins more events.

A New Battery Pack For The Nissan Leaf

By Nicolas Zart on September 15, 2012 - 1:49PM

The new generation of Nissan Leaf should not only have a faster charger but also a different battery pack. Find out what this means to potential EV buyers.

2012 Ford Edge recalled over dangerous fire-causing defect

By Anthony Faccenda on September 15, 2012 - 1:31PM

According to Ford, a parts supplier error is to blame for the newly issued recall.

2013 Mercedes A-Class hits showrooms with extensive accessories

By Denis Flierl on September 15, 2012 - 8:24AM

The first all-new 2013 Mercedes-Benz A-Class models have arrived at showrooms and they come with a host of accessories and a sport appearance package.

Ford NASCAR driver Trevor Bayne with EcoBoost MPG trophy

NASCAR drivers face off in Fusion EcoBoost MPG challenge

By Aaron Turpen on September 15, 2012 - 1:43AM

Ford's NASCAR stars faced off in a challenge that defied all their expertise by asking them to lay off the accelerator and maximize fuel savings instead of speed. The results were amazing.

Will Tesla's SuperCharger network resemble aliens landing at a rest stop?

By David Herron on September 14, 2012 - 8:29PM

The long-hinted Tesla SuperCharger for the Model S and Model X, will be unveiled on Sept 24 according to an Elon Musk tweet promising it will be like "alien spaceships landed at highway rest stops."

RMAP 4xFall in Colorado puts journalists offroad in a dozen new vehicles

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.

2013 Audi S8 is “Suspect” in brilliant heist film

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.”

General Motors trademarks Z28 name - perhaps to replace the Camaro ZL1 or SS

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.

Kyle Busch Toyota Racing Dream Build Camry

Toyota Racing Dream Build Challenge Camry designed by Kyle Busch

By John Goreham on September 14, 2012 - 12:49PM

Kyle Busch transforms a Camry into a Dream car with heavy modifications.

Do Electric Cars And Plug-In Hybrid Need To Make Noise

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?

2013 Range Rover makes posh U.S. debut with new pricing

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.

Cars Without Keys: Fobs And Fads

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?

Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid record six-month sales, 6,604

Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid Over 6,000 Units

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.

VW announces new sporty Beetle R-Line package

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.

Concept Active Tourer reveals the future of BMW premium compacts

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.

BMW Turns On The Infrared Heating

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.

Chevy continues to prove that displacement and fuel economy are not directly related

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.

Ford’s new lithium ion batteries improve cars in 3 key ways

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.

Audi Quietly Begins Testing Its e-tron A3

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.

Toyota RAV4 EV goes on sale in under two weeks, in California

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.

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