Automotive News (Page 998)

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.

Scion FR-S convertible coming in 2014

By Denis Flierl on May 8, 2012 - 9:20PM

Recent reports say there will be a soft-top version of the Scion FR-S coming early in 2014.

Ford and Chrysler to work summer shut-down

By John Goreham on May 8, 2012 - 5:26PM

Bittersweet news for union families as automakers keep plants open to meet surging demand

Open recalls have caused vehicle fires, major accidents and even death. Finding

CARFAX reveals shocking truth about ignored recalls

By Don Bain on May 8, 2012 - 5:19PM

A new Carfax study has revealed over 2.7 million used cars with ignored auto recall issues are currently endangering the safety of commuters nationwide, reflecting the number of manufacturer mandated repairs simply not completed during 2011.

2013 Corvette ZR-1 to Pace 2012 Indy 500

By John Goreham on May 8, 2012 - 4:14PM

2012 Indianapolis 500 will be paced by the Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1

7,600 2012 BMW 3 Series recalled for faulty headrests

By Patrick Rall on May 8, 2012 - 2:50PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and BMW have announced a recall of select 3 Series sedans from the 2012 model year over a concern that the headrest could move more than it should and in the event of an accident – the headrest could fail to provide proper restraint which may cause injuries to the driver and/or passenger.

A screenshot of the 2013 Ford Fusion config site

Build your 2013 Ford Fusion online now

By Patrick Rall on May 8, 2012 - 2:15PM

Ford Motor Company has added the first configurator site for the upcoming 2013 Ford Fusion and while there are currently no prices for the new sedan – this build site allows prospective buyers a chance to look at the trimline and features of the 2013 Fusion set to arrive in dealerships later this year.

Ford Lincoln both show declines in short April 2012

By Patrick Rall on May 8, 2012 - 1:06PM

April 2012 had 3 less business days for American car dealerships compared to April 2011, causing many automakers including Ford and Lincoln to show negative growth but things weren’t actually as bad as they look at first glance.

GM suffers from short month in April 2012 sales

By Patrick Rall on May 8, 2012 - 12:45PM

There were only 24 selling days for American dealerships in April 2012 compared to 27 days in April 2011 – a difference that caused a noticeable drop in sales figures for General Motors but when you look at the daily sales rate, GM was actually on a better pace in April 2012 than they were one year ago.

Toyota adding jobs in Kentucky to build 2013 Camry and Avalon engines

By John Goreham on May 8, 2012 - 11:59AM

Toyota will expand Kentucky operations to meet demand for 2013 Avalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, and RAV-4 four-cylinder engines

The 2012 BMW 3 Series with M Performance Parts

BMW debuts M performance parts for new 3 and 5 Series

By Patrick Rall on May 8, 2012 - 11:22AM

The folks at BMW’s M Performance Parts division have just announced a spread of new high performance goodies for the 2012 BMW 3 Series and the 2011-2012 BMW 5 Series – including wheels, brakes, body parts, interior components and an exhaust system that can help make your new Bimmer sportier looking while also boosting performance.

Rimac Concept One tears up the track [Video]

By Denis Flierl on May 8, 2012 - 7:45AM

Rimac Automovili gave us details of the Rimac Concept One last week, and now they’ve released a video of the supercar in action.

What auto manufacturer will attract the orphaned brand loyalists?

By Don Bain on May 8, 2012 - 2:05AM

As the cars in America age, making it the time to buy new cars, which brand will get the bulk of the former loyalists to brands like Hummer, Pontiac, Mercury, Saturn, Saab, Eagle, Geo, Plymouth and Oldsmobile that are now orphaned?

2013 Shelby GT500 takes on the Nurburgring [Video]

By Denis Flierl on May 7, 2012 - 9:30PM

The 2013 Shelby GT500 was caught testing at the famed Nurburgring and gets captured on video.

BMW offers solar garage option to ActiveE buyers in five states

By Don Bain on May 7, 2012 - 8:41PM

BMW announced today their partnership with Real Goods Solar to offer ActiveE drivers the opportunity to charge their EV at home with clean solar energy at the 26th annual Electric Vehicle Symposium in Los Angeles.

The front end of the new 2013 SRT Viper GTS-R

A closer look at the 2013 SRT Viper GTS-R race car

By Patrick Rall on May 7, 2012 - 8:04PM

We have known since the debut of the new 2013 SRT Viper that there would be a Viper GTS-R that would put the supercar back into factory backed LeMans racing and while information was short at the New York Auto Show debut – more information has quietly been posted on the DriveSRT website giving us a good look at what the SRT team to get the new Viper into the 2012 American LeMans Series.

The all-electric Toyota RAV4 EV revealed at EVS26

By Don Bain on May 7, 2012 - 6:37PM

The Toyota RAV4 EV, the first all-electric SUV to be produced, was revealed today at the Electric Vehicle Symposium in Los Angeles with a range of 100 miles and a 240 volt/40 amp charger, capable of a complete recharge in six hours.

2013 Dodge Dart production begins in Illinois

By Patrick Rall on May 7, 2012 - 5:08PM

Today the Chrysler Group announced the start of production for the 2013 Dodge Dart at the Belvidere Assembly Plant in Illinois – with the very first new Dart to roll off of the line for public consumption being a 2013 Dart Rallye powered by the optional 1.4L turbocharged engine fitted to a manual transmission.

BMW recalls 24k+ vehicles for emission system failure

By Patrick Rall on May 7, 2012 - 4:26PM

BMW has announced that they will recall 24,340 cars and sport utility vehicles in the United States over a concern that the emission control systems may not be calibrated properly – a problem that could cause the service engine soon light to come on due to excessive levels of contaminants being released through the exhaust system from both diesel and gasoline powered vehicles.

Chrysler Group leads industry for April 2012 growth

By Patrick Rall on May 7, 2012 - 2:50PM

The Chrysler Group has continued to see things improve with the popular lineup of new models as they led the American auto industry in year over year growth in April 2012 - in a month where there were 3 less selling days than in April 2011.

Maserati and Jeep help solve Mother’s Day gift dilemma

By John Goreham on May 7, 2012 - 11:58AM

Just in time for Mother’s Day, Maserati and Jeep jump in with some gifts that say "thanks Mom!"

The 2013 Cadillac ATS starts under $34k - bests BMW by $1,800

By Patrick Rall on May 7, 2012 - 11:53AM

General Motors has just announced the early pricing figures for the upcoming 2013 Cadillac ATS and with a price starting under $34,000 with destination – the new ATS is the most affordable vehicle in the Cadillac lineup while also undercutting the uber popular BMW 3 Series by over $1,800.

Nissan releases first Project 370Z stage one video

By Denis Flierl on May 7, 2012 - 7:46AM

Nissan released the first video of its Project 370Z to help promote the launch of its updated 2013 370Z sports car.

Chrysler Covets California as key market for future Growth

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on May 6, 2012 - 7:53PM

Chrysler is trying to seriously ramp up it's sales and operations in Southern California, which is seen as an extremely important and key market for growth.

Dual-fuel vehicles could be the next big thing

By Don Bain on May 6, 2012 - 5:03PM

With fuel economy foremost on people’s minds these days, dual-fuel vehicles that can burn either gasoline or natural gas may be the ultimate answer to both efficiency and emissions, especially in the wide open spaces of the American West.

Despite massive profits, GM pays zero federal income tax

By Anthony Faccenda on May 6, 2012 - 12:12PM

GM avoided paying any federal tax in 2011, despite earning $7.6 billion in profits.

Nearly 120k Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger vehicles recalled for ABS/ESC problems

By Anthony Faccenda on May 6, 2012 - 8:39AM

A faulty electrical unit may lead to the loss of ABS/ESC control functions, which increases the risk of a crash.

Jay Leno adds 1000 HP Plymouth Duster to his collection [Video]

By Denis Flierl on May 6, 2012 - 7:44AM

Jay Leno talks about his 1000 horsepower 426 Hemi 1975 Plymouth Duster that he has added to his already fabulous collection.

Mercedes C63 AMG vs Porsche 911 GT3 vs BMW M3 GTS [Video]

By Denis Flierl on May 6, 2012 - 7:30AM

Chris Harris takes the Mercedes C63 AMG, Porsche 911 GT3 and BMW M3 GTS and puts the three cars through a two-day test drive on road and track.

The US Army FED Bravo diesel-electric hybrid concept

By Aaron Turpen on May 6, 2012 - 3:07AM

The U.S. Army has unleashed a new version of its Fuel Efficient Demonstrator (FED) as an even more functional next-generation Humvee replacement with twice the miles per gallon and even more functionality.

Volkswagen wins prestigious CLIO Award for advertising

By Aaron Turpen on May 6, 2012 - 2:41AM

The International CLIO Awards has given VW its 2012 Global Advertiser of the Year for the company's unique and creative advertising. Find out which ads won and why.

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