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.

FedEx delivering amazing fuel efficiency gains with electric delivery trucks

By David Herron on May 16, 2012 - 8:36PM

FedEx Express has nearly reached its 2020 fuel efficiency goal in 2012, eight years early, through an aggressive program of buying all kinds of fuel efficient delivery vans, including a large fleet of all-electric step vans.

The value of E15 fuel reliability once again maligned

By Don Bain on May 16, 2012 - 7:15PM

A report was released today questioning the reliability of E15, or gasoline containing 15 percent ethanol and implying some engines suffer damage from using the fuel.

Save money on high gas prices with fuel economy tips from GM fuel economy experts

By David Herron on May 16, 2012 - 6:42PM

Simple changes to driving habits can have a big impact on fuel economy, saving you money by burning less fuel, and decreasing the negative environmental impact from driving.

2013 Ford Taurus SHO flies under the radar [Video]

By Denis Flierl on May 16, 2012 - 6:39PM

The 2013 Ford Taurus SHO is the sportiest and fastest Taurus ever to wear the acclaimed Super High Output badge with 365 hp and a true performance package.

2013 Lexus GS 350 F Sport recalled for steering problem

By Anthony Faccenda on May 16, 2012 - 4:01PM

The recall, which affects roughly 650 vehicles, will begin early next month.

The 2012 Nissan Xterra. Photo courtesy of Nissan

Great deals available on vehicle models slated for redesign next year

By Don Bain on May 16, 2012 - 3:33PM

Carmakers don't want any 2012 models left around when the redesigned next generation comes out later this year or next offering great deals right now on select models of cars and SUVs.

The 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Coupe by Livernois Motorsports

Livernois Motorsports builds the first 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 in the 9 second club

By Patrick Rall on May 16, 2012 - 2:59PM

While there is no doubt that the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is far more than just a drag car, General Motors is aware that there will be plenty of ZL1 owners who frequent the drag strip and after running in the 11s with a stock 2012 Camaro ZL1, Livernois Motorsports has laid claim as the first people to put the ZL1 into the 9 second quarter mile range.

A great fit and finish matched with a lively gas frugal engine

How Much Alfa Romeo Is In The 2013 Dodge Dart?

By Nicolas Zart on May 16, 2012 - 2:15PM

It is a balancing trick introducing an emotional car as the Alfa Romeo in the US. Somehow the Dodge Dart achieves a striking balance.

Bentley Blowers to take on over 1,000 miles in the 2012 Mille Miglia

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on May 16, 2012 - 1:29PM

Bentley is taking two classic Bentley Blowers, as they are known, on the amazing 2012 Mille Miglia which spans over 1,000 miles.

Hertz offers a greater charging station network in London

EV Rentals Help Drive Electric Car Introduction

By Nicolas Zart on May 16, 2012 - 1:03PM

The Hertz Corporation is working with Source London's electric vehicle, EV charging network in order to facilitate electric car rentals and increase range.

Leaked Fisker Atlantic docs reveal pricing, specs and production details

By Anthony Faccenda on May 16, 2012 - 1:02PM

Newly discovered Fisker documents, dated from several weeks ago, showcase previously unknown facts about the upcoming EV.

GM adding 600 jobs in Lansing to build the 2013 Cadillac ATS

By Patrick Rall on May 16, 2012 - 11:31AM

General Motors will start a second shift in July at the Lansing Grand River Assembly plant to prepare for the increased production of the sporty new 2013 Cadillac ATS – with 600 jobs being added in Michigan to build the new compact Caddy sedan.

Fiat USA giving away 10 Fiat 500 models to Facebook fans

By Anthony Faccenda on May 16, 2012 - 11:28AM

Fiat USA is celebrating its 500,000th fan on Facebook by giving away 10 brand new 2012 Fiat 500 vehicles.

Mazda MX-5 Miata Scores Back-to-Back Wins

By Keith Griffin on May 16, 2012 - 9:56AM

Just in time for summer top-down driving, the New England Motor Press Association (NEMPA) has named the Mazda MX-5 Miata its 2012 Favorite Fun Entry-Level Convertible.

2013 Ford Shelby GT500 feature helps avoid embarrassment

By John Goreham on May 16, 2012 - 8:14AM

The 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 will be the first in history to have launch control.

Air-powered cars: Tata Air Car plans to go to production

By Aaron Turpen on May 16, 2012 - 4:38AM

Despite questionable science and wild engineering claims, Tata India appears serious about taking their compressed air powered car to production.

Toyota retakes top spot as world's largest automaker, ousting GM

By Aaron Turpen on May 16, 2012 - 4:04AM

Last year a combination of economic recession and the Japanese tsunami caused Toyota to lose its position as the world's largest auto manufacturer by volume, with General Motors taking its place. Now Toyota has taken that title back.

THe 2012 Chevrolet Volt. Photo by Don Bain

How TARDEC's military research advances automotive technology

By Don Bain on May 16, 2012 - 2:22AM

At the Tank Automotive Research Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC) in Warren, Mich., the current project may one day be part of the latest fuel saving features in a Chevrolet or Ford.

GM pulls ads from Facebook, could other automakers follow?

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on May 15, 2012 - 9:48PM

General Motors has surprised quite a lot of people by pulling its ads from the largest and most influential social media network on the planet, Facebook.

The Quantum Ford F-150 PHEV. Photo courtesy of Quantum.

Quantum bringing Plug-in F-150 to Alternative Clean Transport Expo

By Don Bain on May 15, 2012 - 4:42PM

Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies will bring their modified Plug-in Hybrid Ford F-150 to the 2012 Alternative Clean Transportation Exposition (ACT Expo) May 15-17.

Indy 500 Chevy Corvette Pace Driver Guy Fieri

Guy Fieri celebrity chef to pace Indy 500 in 2013 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1

By John Goreham on May 15, 2012 - 4:36PM

Guy Fieri will drive the 2013 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 pace car at the 96th Indy 500 later this month.

The 2013 BMW 135is enters atop the 1 Series range

By Patrick Rall on May 15, 2012 - 3:55PM

BMW issued a statement this morning announced the vehicle slated as the “new top performance model 1 Series for 2013” in the form of the new BMW 135is – a compact 2-door coupe and sedan packing more power and enhanced performance measures compared to the 2013 BMW 135i.

2013 Nissan Altima Gets its New Start

By Keith Griffin on May 15, 2012 - 1:48PM

Today marked the start of production of the new 2013 Nissan Altima at the company's Smyrna Vehicle Assembly Plant in Tennesseee: the start of the 5th generation of the popular midsize sedan.

Porsche launches the first prototype hybrid 918 test cars

By Patrick Rall on May 15, 2012 - 12:59PM

The Porsche 918 will introduce the world to the German hybrid electric supercar later this year and the innovative sports car has just gotten a step closer to production as the Stuttgart based automaker has built and launched the initial test prototypes of the new 918.

Audi's Smart Electric Bike Is A Sweet Ride

By Nicolas Zart on May 15, 2012 - 12:24PM

One might remember the German EH Line article written last month*, well here’s another German eBike and none other than Audi is behind it.

Prius C side impact test by Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

IIHS Names Malibu Eco, Hyundai Azera and Prius C Top Safety Picks

By Keith Griffin on May 15, 2012 - 11:01AM

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has added the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco, 2012 Hyundai Azera and the 2012 Toyota Prius C to its list of vehicles earning the Top Safety Pick designation.

Jay Leno rides the Mission-R electric superbike [Video]

By Denis Flierl on May 15, 2012 - 7:57AM

Jay Leno invited the team from Mission Motors to his garage to learn about the Mission-R electric motorcycle and took it for a spin.

The 2012 Toyota Yaris. Photo courtesy of Toyota.

The 2012 Toyota Yaris is on the fast track

By Don Bain on May 15, 2012 - 5:39AM

High mileage vehicles are selling well this summer and the 2012 Toyota Yaris seems to be hitting a sweet spot - sales are up 140 percent in April over last year with a 70 percent increase so far in 2012.

Electric car owners to pay $1/gallon equivalent under PG&E electricity rate proposal

By David Herron on May 14, 2012 - 11:40PM

A new electricity rate proposed by PG&E for electricity customers would simplify time-of-use metering for electric car owners, and lower off peak rates to the equivalent of $1/gallon gasoline.

2012 Prius Plug-in Hybrid selling like hot cakes

By Denis Flierl on May 14, 2012 - 9:20PM

Toyota's 2012 Prius Plug-In Hybrid was the third-fastest-selling car in the U.S. in April. In March, it was the second-fastest.

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