Automotive News (Page 990)

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.

Goodyear's Soybean Tire (PRNewsFoto/The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company)

Soybeans can make tires last longer

By Don Bain on July 25, 2012 - 12:33PM

Research by the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company has revealed the addition of soybean oil to the production of automotive tires can not only extend tread life but also save oil as well.

450hp 2013 Audi RS5 priced from $68,900

By Patrick Rall on July 25, 2012 - 12:26PM

The 2013 Audi RS5 is about the reach US consumers and when it does – this 450 horsepower, V8 powered high performance all wheel drive coupe will carry a starting price of $68,900 plus the destination charge of $895 for a total “base” price of $69,795.

2013 Chevrolet Spark gets official fuel economy figures

By Patrick Rall on July 25, 2012 - 11:36AM

The official EPA fuel economy figures for the 2013 Chevrolet Spark have hit the internet and while the fuel economy numbers are solid – they are likely lower than General Motors had hoped when they planned to introduce the subcompact Spark to the US market.

Nissan responds to Leaf owners worries about battery capacity loss

By David Herron on July 24, 2012 - 11:49PM

The Nissan Leaf battery pack is supposed to retain 80% capacity after five years, but some Leaf owners in hot areas like Phoenix are reporting nearly that much (sometimes more) capacity loss after one year.

Toyota to add 400 jobs in North America related to Lexus RX350 and RX450h

By John Goreham on July 24, 2012 - 6:04PM

Another 400 jobs added by Toyota in North America will bring total to 1500 this year alone.

The first official sketches of the 2014 Kia Forte sedan

Official teasers of aggressive new 2014 Kia Forte unveiled

By Patrick Rall on July 24, 2012 - 5:27PM

Kia Motors has just released a pair of artists renderings of the 2014 Kia Cerato known now in Korea as the K3 – or as we know it the 2014 Kia Forte sedan – that will arrive in the Korean domestic market during the first quarter of 2013 before reaching the rest of the world.

2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible to debut at 2012 LA Auto Show

By Patrick Rall on July 24, 2012 - 5:03PM

Volkswagen Auto Group has confirmed that the 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible will debut later this year at the 2012 LA Auto Show – introducing the world to the production version of the new open-aired Beetle.

F1 boss Eccelstone could be the Nürburgring’s last hope

By Patrick Rall on July 24, 2012 - 4:36PM

We brought you the news late last week that the famed Nürburgring race course in Germany is facing dire debt problems that will likely send it into government controlled bankruptcy if someone doesn’t swoop in and “save the ring” – and now it appears that F1 boss Bernie Eccelstone could be that special someone.

Customer loyalty still ranks GM, Ford over Toyota, Honda

By Don Bain on July 24, 2012 - 2:45PM

Few verifiable statistics are more telling about automotive quality than when a customer repeats purchasing a particular brand. In those terms, GM and Ford are at the head of the pack in front of Toyota and Honda.

DENSO Steps Into The Vehicle To Home Power Supply Race

By Nicolas Zart on July 24, 2012 - 2:43PM

DENSO Corporation has developed a vehicle-to-home, V2H power supply system that allows electric vehicles, EV to supply electricity for homes in tandem with Toyota’s.

Delta Motorsport is teaming up with Qualcomm

Qualcomm Actively Promotes It Qualcomm Halo With Renault and Delta Motorsports

By Nicolas Zart on July 24, 2012 - 1:37PM

Qualcomm won’t sit still as the technical landscape moves, so does the company. From wireless connectivity pioneer to wireless charging system, the company announced today a memorandum with Renault and a deal with Delta Motorsports.

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.

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