Automotive News (Page 995)

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.

An unidentified tow truck not involved in either incident. From their website.

The tow sharks are circling so watch your ride

By Don Bain on July 31, 2012 - 2:24AM

Police in Orlando are investigating a towing scam in which unsuspecting attendees to a music festival were directed into a private lot at the behest of ersatz owners, only to find their cars towed when they returned hours later.

Affordable Camaro 1LE Laps VIR in impressive performance time [Video]

By Denis Flierl on July 30, 2012 - 6:52PM

Chevrolet has announced the 2013 Camaro 1LE has lapped the Virginia International Raceway in 2:58.34 making it one of the fastest performance cars available for the price.

George Clooney auctioning off Tesla roadster for a good cause

By Anthony Faccenda on July 30, 2012 - 6:29PM

Clooney's 2008 Tesla Signature 100 roadster will be up for grabs at the upcoming Pebble Beach Auction, which also features Jay Leno's 2012 Fiat 500.

Lightning and Brammo at the starting line

Lightning 1st, Brammo 2nd/3rd in 2012 e-Power/TTX race at Laguna Seca during Red Bull US Grand Prix

By David Herron on July 30, 2012 - 6:12PM

For the third year running, FIM's e-Power electric motorcycle racing series came to the MotoGP at Laguna Seca, with Barracuda Lightning Motorcycles and Icon Brammo winning.

BMW Takes The Electric Vehicle Lead In Germany

By Nicolas Zart on July 30, 2012 - 2:48PM

Just when we thought BMW was content to have made a spectacular splash with its all electric i3 and its gorgeous plug-in hybrid i8, here comes the C Evolution electric scooter.

GM announces pricing for 2013 Camaro 1LE and ZL1 Convertible

By Patrick Rall on July 30, 2012 - 1:51PM

While speaking at an event on Sunday in Grand Rapids Michigan, Chevrolet Camaro Chief Engineer Al Oppenheiser announced some official pricing for the 2013 Chevrolet Camaro – including a price of just $37,035 for the new Camaro LE and $60,445 for the new Camaro ZL1 Convertible.

Ford's new MyFord Mobile app will be a gateway to what comes next

By John Goreham on July 30, 2012 - 11:35AM

Electrification of cars is evolving so rapidly nobody can predict the future of car charging. However, Ford can help with the issue today with its newest app.

Plug-In 2012 Final Thoughts For Plug In Cars

By Nicolas Zart on July 29, 2012 - 5:45PM

The end of Plug-In 2012 draws on some obvious conclusions, we need to have more people try electric cars, period.

GM's Opel to take on Mini and Fiat 500 with Adam

By Aaron Turpen on July 29, 2012 - 4:01AM

General Motors will be unveiling its Opel Adam at the Paris Auto Show in September, a direct 3-door competitor to the BMW Mini and Fiat 500 in Europe.

William A.C. Pettit, III Collection of classics going to auction for charity

By Aaron Turpen on July 28, 2012 - 5:55PM

Classic Motorcar Auctions in Canton, Ohio will be offering select vehicles and memorability from former dealer and long-time collector William A.C. Pettit, III at their 3rd annual Grande Salon Auction in September during the Glenmoor Concours d'Elegance. There will be no reserve.

Massachusetts mill fire destroys $2 million worth of classic cars

By Anthony Faccenda on July 28, 2012 - 5:52PM

The blaze engulfed 17 classic vehicles housed at Werke Classic Coach, a classic car restoration business located in the mill.

Hyundai recalls over 220k Santa Fe and Sonata vehicles due to airbag concerns

By Anthony Faccenda on July 28, 2012 - 2:57PM

The recall affects model year 2007-2009 Santa Fe models and 2012-2013 Sonatas.

Jay Leno auctioning rare 2012 Fiat 500 to benefit military charity

By Anthony Faccenda on July 27, 2012 - 9:57PM

The proceeds from the auction will go to benefit the Fisher House Foundation, an organization that provides free lodging to military families and veterans.

New pictures of the completely redesigned 2013 Nissan Pathfinder

By John Goreham on July 27, 2012 - 7:28PM

Nissan sends its Facebook followers a reason to smile.

Research says policies and subisides for plug-ins wrong

By Aaron Turpen on July 27, 2012 - 2:38PM

A new paper from research professors at Carnegie Mellon University, Arizona State University, and an engineer at the RAND Corporation says that subsidies and policies targeting plug-ins with small battery packs would produce more benefits at lower cost. Contrary to current policies and subsidization schemes.

2013 Lexus LS 460 F Sport shown early on Facebook

By Patrick Rall on July 27, 2012 - 2:35PM

The 2013 Lexus LS lineup is expected to be formally unveiled next Monday in San Francisco and around the world via the internet but today, the Lexus Facebook page offered us an early first look at the new 2013 Lexus LS 460 F Sport.

Mazda recalls 217k+ SUVs for unintended acceleration risks

By Patrick Rall on July 27, 2012 - 1:11PM

Mazda Motor Corp has just announced that they will recall over 217,000 Tribute models over a concern that these vehicles may exhibit sudden unintended acceleration – the same mechanical issue that lead Ford Motor Company to recall some 485,000+ Escape SUVs yesterday.

Surprising results in J.D. Power Appeal Study

By John Goreham on July 27, 2012 - 12:53PM

Some well-deserved wins by the established premium brands, but one company is quickly coming up the ranks. Another winner is now killed off by its maker. Can you guess which?

BMW Invests In Coulomb Technologies And Offers Online i8 Price

By Nicolas Zart on July 27, 2012 - 12:22PM

BMW is seriously taking the lead when it comes to the electric drive in Germany with an investment in Coulomb Technologies and the online price for the i8 and i3.

Do new car safety features really help?

By John Goreham on July 27, 2012 - 8:41AM

Mercedes rear seat belt bag makes us wonder if the automakers are past the point of diminishing returns.

GM investing $850M in Canadian R&D

By Aaron Turpen on July 27, 2012 - 5:30AM

General Motors is investing $850 million Canadian into research and development into light-weighting materials, mechatronics, software and communications for global vehicle platforms.

Coda calls on automakers to build range confidence into electric cars

By David Herron on July 26, 2012 - 11:54PM

If range anxiety is the bugaboo of electric cars, Coda Automotive's Aaron Cohen calls on automakers to build electric cars that inspire range confidence instead.

Jaguar C-X75 supercar to pack a 500hp twincharged 4-cylinder

By Patrick Rall on July 26, 2012 - 8:17PM

The Jaguar C-X75 is expected to be one of the highest performance hybrids of all time when it arrives in late 2013 or early 2014 and when it does, the ultra lightweight sports car will derive a large portion of its power from a tiny 1.6L 4-cylinder engine that packs an awesome 500 horsepower.

Say goodbye to the car wash, self-cleaning cars are coming

By Anthony Faccenda on July 26, 2012 - 7:51PM

Car washes may become a thing of the past, because researchers at the Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) have developed a new coating that can make cars impervious to water, dirt and superficial scratches.

DIY Plug-in Hybrid conversion kit for any car

MTSU research team develops DIY plug-in hybrid conversion kit for nearly any car

By David Herron on July 26, 2012 - 7:43PM

An affordable DIY plug-in hybrid conversion kit, developed by a team at Middle Tennessee State Univ, that is installable on nearly any car, could increase the number of electrified vehicles on the road, and could allows anyone to electrify the car of their choosing.

GM reconsidering support of Penn State due to Sandusky sex scandal

By Patrick Rall on July 26, 2012 - 7:32PM

General Motors is reportedly considering their sponsorship program with Penn State University as a result of the Jerry Sandusky child sex scandal that rocked their football program and the school as a whole – while also leading to unprecedented sanctions against the school by the NCAA.

Ford recalls 485,000 Escape SUVs for unintended acceleration concerns

By Patrick Rall on July 26, 2012 - 5:59PM

Ford Motor Company has announced a new recall of select Ford Escape SUVs from the 2001 through 2004 model years over a concern that these vehicles may have sustained damages during previous recall work that could cause the dreaded unintended acceleration.

VW recalling select 2012 Beetle for tire problems

By Patrick Rall on July 26, 2012 - 4:56PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced a recall of select 2012 Volkswagen Beetle models that are equipped with summer performance tires over a concern that these tires could lead to an over-loading or under-inflation issue that could increase the chances of an accident.

The driver roster has been set for the 2013 SRT Viper GTS-R ALMS debut

By Patrick Rall on July 26, 2012 - 4:05PM

TorqueNews recently brought you the news that the 2013 SRT Viper GTS-R would make its return to racing at the American LeMans Series event on August 4th at the Mid Ohio Sports Car Course and today we have a full look at the four drivers who will help reintroduce the Viper to endurance racing.

The Peugeot 301 hopes to make inroads in new markets. Photo from website.

France going green to cure Peugeot-Citroën malaise

By Don Bain on July 26, 2012 - 3:58PM

Cars built by certain European brands are sitting about on factory lots as production capacity exceeds demand for automobiles built by Peugeot-Citroën, Volvo and Daimler, with all three showing drops in second quarter sales reports for 2012.

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