Automotive News (Page 1000)

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.

Hideous Frankenstein-esque truckcar for sale on Craigslist

By Anthony Faccenda on June 22, 2012 - 11:49PM

Although the horrendous appearance of this vehicle can be described in words, it is best to just look at it.

Reality star Scott Disick selling flashy chrome Audi R8 on Ebay

By Anthony Faccenda on June 22, 2012 - 10:16PM

Disick's custom vehicle will set you back a cool $135,000.

Tesla delivers first Model S to customers, ushering in more to come

By David Herron on June 22, 2012 - 9:48PM

At a ceremony attended by Gov. Jerry Brown and other dignitaries, Tesla Motors made first customer deliveries of the Model S electric car, calling it the best car, period.

GM announces colossal recall of nearly 500k Chevy Cruze sedans

By Anthony Faccenda on June 22, 2012 - 6:41PM

The substantial recall was issued due to an under-shield engine problem, which may result in a fire.

Wells Fargo offers easy low monthly payment plans for Tesla Model S

By David Herron on June 22, 2012 - 6:40PM

If you're longing for a Tesla Model S, the worlds first premium luxury electric car, but scratching your head over how to pay for the car, Wells Fargo has your back with a financing plan.

Original speed limit graphic © 2012 by Don Bain

If you want safe driving kids, don't name them Rupert or Juliet

By Don Bain on June 22, 2012 - 6:40PM

Drivers named Rupert or Juliet have been found the most likely to have multiple speeding tickets by the British insurance firm, Diamond, a female-focused coverage provider. Frankly, it cost less to insure female drivers.

David Coulthard catches 178 mph golf ball in Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster [Video]

By Denis Flierl on June 22, 2012 - 5:35PM

Watch Formula 1 legend David Coulthard catch a golf ball going 178 mph in a moving Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster.

Next generation BMW M5 will not offer a manual transmission

By Patrick Rall on June 22, 2012 - 2:53PM

The BMW M5 is one of the highest performance 4-door sedans in the world, with a twin turbo V8 sending 560 horsepower to the rear wheels by means of a 6-speed manual transmission but when the next generation M5 rolls out in the no-so-distant future, the only transmission available with be a dual clutch unit.

BMW i Born Electric Tour Distances German EV Competition

By Nicolas Zart on June 22, 2012 - 2:14PM

BMW is opening its i Born Electric Tour with a bang, waving the local competition a friendly goodbye and thumbing its nose at the Italian sleepy EV movement.

BMW accelerates the dream with the 2013 M6 Coupe and Convertible

By Denis Flierl on June 22, 2012 - 12:16PM

The 2013 BMW M6 Coupe and Convertible combine luxury, performance and technology in an alluring package.

The Lexus LFA is almost sold out

By Patrick Rall on June 22, 2012 - 12:07PM

If you have been taking your time, saving your pennies to buy a new Lexus LFA, don’t delay much longer as the Japanese supercar is reportedly almost completely sold out in markets around the world.

The 2013 SRT Viper GTS from Forza Motorsport 4

The 2013 SRT Viper GTS arrives in Forza Motorsport 4

By Patrick Rall on June 22, 2012 - 10:38AM

This morning, the 2013 SRT Viper GTS became available to the gaming public as the new SRT Viper Pack arrived in the marketplace of Xbox 360’s simulation racing game Forza Motorsport 4.

Which is a better premium crossover buy, diesel or hybrid

By John Goreham on June 22, 2012 - 10:34AM

Both diesel and gasoline hybrid crossovers get excellent mileage, but excell in different ways. Which would you choose?

2013 Porsche 911 gets faster with Exclusive performance

By Denis Flierl on June 22, 2012 - 7:56AM

Porsche Exclusive is offering a performance enhancement kit for the 2013 Porsche 911 Carrera S with more power and more excitement.

Oklahoma says OK to CNG with rebates

By Aaron Turpen on June 22, 2012 - 3:25AM

Oklahoma has approved a rebate program for vehicle purchases or conversions to run on compressed natural gas (CNG).

Getting on in years? Ford's got your back

By Aaron Turpen on June 22, 2012 - 3:07AM

Researchers at Ford are developing features and technologies for an aging society.

Over 250 2013 Dodge Dart sedans in Auburn Hills

Michigan, Ohio dealerships get their first 2013 Dodge Darts

By Patrick Rall on June 21, 2012 - 7:52PM

Yesterday afternoon at the Palace of Auburn Hills, just a few miles from the Chrysler Group headquarters, around 250 Dodge dealerships from around the Michigan and Ohio areas received their first demonstration versions of the 2013 Dodge Dart.

Bill Ford, Executive Chairman, Ford Motor Company, joins John C. Hollar, Preside

Ford's SYNC added to Computer History Museum at 7 years of age

By Don Bain on June 21, 2012 - 7:47PM

The Ford SYNC software interface that enables voice control of mobile phones and digital music players via Bluetooth or USB plugs has been inducted into the Computer History Museum in Mountain View CA.

3,600 miles with an electric Citroen Berlingo in Africa!

3,600 Miles on Electricity in Africa Come to an End

By Nicolas Zart on June 21, 2012 - 2:34PM

The Venturi challenges are both impressive and a technological feat, the last one having achieved 3,600 miles in an electric car in Africa.

Utah company builds Volt-like pickup truck

By Aaron Turpen on June 21, 2012 - 1:58PM

VIA Motors of Orem, Utah has built an extended range electric pickup truck that works in a way similar to a Chevrolet Volt. It is now being tested by, appropriately, a Utah power company.

Dodge Dart tops KBB's list of the coolest cars of 2012

By Anthony Faccenda on June 21, 2012 - 1:08PM

KBB.com has just released their annual list of the Top 10 coolest cars of 2012. See if your favorite vehicle made the cut.

The Ridekick gives your bicycle range and storage

Ridekick Delivers a Kick in the Back of your Bicycle

By Nicolas Zart on June 21, 2012 - 12:20PM

E-bikes, or electric bicycles come in every shape, color and run the budget gamut.

2013 Nissan Altima Video too good to miss

By John Goreham on June 21, 2012 - 9:49AM

The new 2013 Nissan Altima advertisement goes to a new level with incredible video graphics all car lovers will enjoy.

2013 Chevrolet Malibu coming with all-new turbo powertrain

By Denis Flierl on June 21, 2012 - 7:54AM

Chevrolet has announced pricing for the all-new 2013 Malibu and the midsize sedan will get a first-ever turbo.

Pike Research predicts clean diesel sales to outpace hybrids, even in America

By Aaron Turpen on June 21, 2012 - 4:04AM

Pike Research is boldly predicting an explosion of clean diesel vehicle sales, to make more than 12% of the global light-duty vehicle market by 2018 and to outpace hybrid sales in North America.

The auto/human interface is rapidly changing. Photo detail courtesy of Ford.

Voice command doesn't speak everyone's language

By Don Bain on June 21, 2012 - 3:14AM

Despite the fact that automobiles are their highest level of quality and technological advancement ever, not everyone is tickled pink by all the bells and whistles in their new car.

Audi USA Moves Quickly to Fill Leadership Gap

By Keith Griffin on June 20, 2012 - 9:24PM

As the old saying goes, "Don't let the door hit you on the way out," which seems to be the message Audi is sending to its former U.S. president by quickly naming his replacement.

The Top 10 Car Theft Hot Spots: Where does your city rank?

By Anthony Faccenda on June 20, 2012 - 8:57PM

The National Insurance Crime Bureau has released its 2011 list of the Top 10 Car Theft Hot Spots and the results may surprise you.

Hyundai CEO Drops Interesting Prognosis About Car Sales

By Keith Griffin on June 20, 2012 - 8:52PM

It seems as if Hyundai may be in for another record sales year in 2012 but its U.S. CEO and president is striking a cautious note about the overall industry.

Tesla Model S has 265 miles electric range, 89 MPGe, per official EPA ratings

By David Herron on June 20, 2012 - 8:03PM

With the Model S launch around the corner, the EPA released the official ratings today, confirming the numbers Tesla published last month, unless ones mind remembered the other, much higher, range rating claimed by Tesla.

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