Automotive News (Page 984)

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.

TuneIn brings the world of internet radio to the Tesla Model S touch panel display

By David Herron on July 24, 2012 - 12:51PM

The Tesla Model S has an amazing 17" touch panel display in the dash board, offering full internet access along with a full gamut of infotainment services, which now include the TuneIn internet radio streaming platform.

Land Rover working to meet high demand for the Evoque

By Patrick Rall on July 24, 2012 - 11:39AM

The Land Rover Evoque is a big hit in the United States and while this is a good problem to have, Land Rover is currently struggling to keep up with the global demand of their award winning SUV but they plan to change that in September when the US allotment jumps by 25%.

Ford C-MAX Energi plug in hybrid breaks the $30K barrier

By John Goreham on July 24, 2012 - 10:57AM

A new C-MAX Energi now costs about the same as the Tesla Models S battery upgrade which leads to the question, why are US taxpayer dollars being used to fund cars for millionaires.

The 2013 Chevrolet Camaro Dusk Convertible

GM announces new 2013 Chevrolet Camaro Dusk Coupe and Convertible

By Patrick Rall on July 24, 2012 - 9:35AM

General Motors has announced that for the 2013 model year, the Chevrolet Camaro Coupe and Convertible will both offer the new Dusk trimline package – adding style inside and out to the newest model year of the GM muscle car.

Less than 20% of Chrysler dealerships to sell the 2013 SRT Viper

By Patrick Rall on July 23, 2012 - 10:25PM

When the 2013 SRT Viper reaches full production later this year, the Chrysler Group plans to impose strict requirements for carrying the new supercar – meaning that less than 20% of the company’s dealerships around the country will have the new Viper on their showroom floor.

Ford reveals alarming fire details involving 2013 Escape and announces "special handling" for affected owners

By Anthony Faccenda on July 23, 2012 - 5:49PM

Ford is attempting to appease owners of the 2013 Ford Escape after the vehicle suffered two recalls in one week.

2014 Volkswagen Jetta to offer turbocharged 4-cylinder, drop 2.5L inline-5

By Patrick Rall on July 23, 2012 - 3:07PM

While Volkswagen Auto Group has been busy this last week telling the world about their 2013 model year lineup for their various brands, company Vice President of Product Marketing & Strategy Rainer Michel recently told the folks at AOL that for 2014, the Volkswagen Jetta will drop the 2.5L inline-5 engine for a new turbocharged 4-cylinder mill.

Jeep Grand Cherokee under investigation for power steering leaks, fire risks

By Patrick Rall on July 23, 2012 - 2:28PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched a preliminary investigation into the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee over a concern that the power steering system may leak flammable fluid onto hot components in the engine bay – with very dangerous results.

Nissan announces prices for the 2013 370Z line as competition mounts

By John Goreham on July 23, 2012 - 2:20PM

Will the new Subaru BRZ, the Toyota FR-S, and a coming new IS form Lexus influence Nissan’s 370Z line?

The energy wave disc could extend plug-in hybrid's range

A Circulatory Combustion Engine To Extend Range For Plug-in Hybrids

By Nicolas Zart on July 23, 2012 - 2:14PM

A rough economy boosts ingenuity and shows intriguing new propulsion models, including this brilliant circular wave combustion system, perfect for extending plug-in hybrids’ range.

Dodge Ram 1500 under investigation for rear differential failures

By Patrick Rall on July 23, 2012 - 1:50PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened a preliminary investigation into select Dodge Ram 1500 pickups over a concern that the rear differential may fail, causing the rear wheels to lock up while moving and vastly decreasing the driver’s ability to control the vehicle.

Two different Mustangs sporting Red Tails. Photo courtesy of Ford Motor Co.

Ford salutes Tuskegee Airmen with unique Red Tails Mustang

By Don Bain on July 23, 2012 - 1:46PM

Recent efforts by the Ford engineering and design teams have resulted in the fabrication of a truly unique Tuskegee Airmen Red Tails model of a 2013 Ford Mustang GT, to be sold at the Gathering of Eagles charity July 26.

2013 Honda Fit EV first customer delivery

Honda delivers first Fit EV electric car to southern CA customer

By David Herron on July 23, 2012 - 1:46PM

The electric version of the Honda Fit, the Fit EV, is now being delivered to customers in selected areas of California and Oregon, the car is available only under lease and in very limited supply.

EVlink's new features allows for a wider use to apartment complex use

What The Latest Schneider Electric EVlink EV Charging Station Could Mean For You

By Nicolas Zart on July 23, 2012 - 1:11PM

Electric charging stations are a crucial and important part of the mass adoption of electric cars. A few companies have joined the race for the perfect charging stations and Schneider Electric’s latest charging station extends its original use to accommodate apartment owners.

Chevrolet Volt owners have saved over $13.2 million in gas

By Patrick Rall on July 23, 2012 - 11:41AM

The Chevrolet Volt has been on sale for roughly 21 months and in that time, Volt owners have driven over 105 million miles with over 67 million of those on electricity – effectively saving those folks a combined total of over $13.2 million dollars at the pumps.

Jaguar Land Rover looking to combine brands under one roof in the US

By Patrick Rall on July 23, 2012 - 11:02AM

Over the next three years, Jaguar Land Rover hopes to reduce the number of dealerships in the United States by roughly 20% by consolidating the two brands into a single dealership with an ideal figure of about 200 dealerships remaining when the process is complete.

Save money while being green with a Via Motors VTRUX plug-in hybrid pickup truck

By David Herron on July 22, 2012 - 5:43PM

The Via Motors VTRUX plug-in hybrid (extended range electric) trucks are powerful workhorses designed for commercial fleets, and because it uses electricity as its primary fuel the fleet owner can see a large cost savings over an 8 year lease period.

Ford, GM, Toyota, Nissan following different paths to electric car nirvana

By David Herron on July 21, 2012 - 10:06PM

If electric cars are our future, the automakers are following different paths to that goal, where most are focusing attention on one or two flagship electric vehicles, Ford is working on an across-the-board electrification strategy which will take several years to play out.

The Nissan Juke smiles about its production boost. Photo © 2012 by Don Bain.

Renault-Nissan boosting Korean production of Rogue

By Don Bain on July 21, 2012 - 5:16PM

The Renault-Nissan Alliance has just announced it intends to pour $160 million into the Busan, Korea plant to address growing demand for the next-generation Nissan Rogue and simultaneously accelerate the growth of Renault Samsung Motors.

The fascinating Hüttlin Kugelmotor spinning piston hybrid motor

Hüttlin Kugelmotor Could Revolutionize Extended Range

By Nicolas Zart on July 21, 2012 - 1:32PM

The new hybrid Hüttlin Kugelmotor could extend the life of internal gas engine, making it a perfect fit for future plug-in hybrids and other extended range-like vehicles.

Aspid unveils GT-21 Invictus hammerhead supercar

By Aaron Turpen on July 21, 2012 - 2:50AM

With stills and a video, Aspid has released information on its GT-21 Invictus concept with a unique hammerhead design.

Wiesmann Spyder concept may see production

By Aaron Turpen on July 21, 2012 - 2:29AM

The Weismann Spyder concept that debuted in 2011 never saw production, rumor says, because of the recession. Now reports give new life to the rumor that it could see the streets.

Rapper Flo Rida wraps Bugatti Veyron in chrome, then gets pulled over

By Anthony Faccenda on July 20, 2012 - 8:10PM

The event marks the second time Flo Rida has been pulled over in his $1.7 million Bugatti.

traffic, road rage, driving study, female drivers, male drivers

Study: Road rage more predominant among women

By Anthony Faccenda on July 20, 2012 - 6:41PM

Although men are often associated with "driving while angry," the new study illustrates that more women actually admit to experiencing road rage.

Ford's five pronged push against Toyota and Honda for market share in California

By David Herron on July 20, 2012 - 5:14PM

Ford, whose sales in California were lackluster in recent years, is undergoing a resurgence in that state with improved vehicles, sees five new electrified vehicles being rolled out this year as a key to increasing market share in the key automobile market of California.

The famed Nürburgring is deep in debt, facing bankruptcy and complete closure

By Patrick Rall on July 20, 2012 - 3:25PM

News has poured out of various German news sources this week that the famed Nürburgring race course is facing some 13 million Euros in debt with no way to pay said debt unless the managing group finds some massive infusion of money – money that the European government has said will not come from them – leading many to believe that the ‘Ring’s days are numbered.

One Card Fits All Electric Charging Stations

By Nicolas Zart on July 20, 2012 - 3:10PM

With the advent of new technologies come new frontiers. With these new frontiers chaos inevitably happens. Do we need order yet, or should we let the industry go ahead?

Demand for Ford Escape unintended acceleration recalls expands to Mazda Tribute

By Patrick Rall on July 20, 2012 - 2:47PM

Last week we brought you the news that the Center for Auto Safety was demanding that Ford Motor Company recall select Ford Escape SUVs that had been previously recalled to address a new unintended acceleration issue and now, the CAS is pushing to have the similar Mazda Tribute recalled for the same problem.

The 2013 Audi A8 to feature new 420hp twin turbo V8, S8 gets 520hp

By Patrick Rall on July 20, 2012 - 2:10PM

Audi has just dropped the details on the 2013 Audi A8 and the newest full sized luxury sedan will ditch the naturally aspirated 4.2L V8 in favor of a 4.0L twin turbocharged engine that provides more power and better fuel economy than the outgoing V8 option while also adding a new supercharged V6 that serves as the entry level powerplant.

Racing An Electric Lola B12/69 EV Feels Like A Catapult

By Nicolas Zart on July 20, 2012 - 2:00PM

The successful conversion of a Lola B12 into a B12/69 EV by Drayson Technologies has been hotly anticipated over the years. The fruit of its results is starting to trickle in and so far, the numbers are outstanding.

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