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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.

The Lamborghini Sesto Elemento
Lamborghini Sesto Elemento production details hit the web
By Patrick Rall on
While the incredible Lamborghini Sesto Elemento will hit the market in very limited numbers and those few units will not be legal for street use, that doesn’t make the official specifications of this lightweight supercar any less impressive and thanks to an automotive news site in the Netherlands - we have a good idea what to expect when the Sesto Elemento arrives in the garages of multi-millionaires around the world later this year.
Kaley Cuoco, star of The Big Bang Theory. Image courtesy of Toyota.
Toyota's Super Bowl ad showcases The Big Bang Theory's Kaley Cuoco
By Don Bain on
When the 47th Super Bowl hits the airwaves Feb 3, many of the viewers will be as excited by the new ads from brands like Toyota as the game itself, and that can only be enhanced by The Big Bang Theory’s babe-next-door, Kaley Cuoco appearing in the Toyota spot.
GM Developer Program
GM opens door to 3rd party infotainment apps in 2014 vehicles
By David Herron on
With new developer API program, GM is paving the road to an app store for the infotainment system, with 3rd party developers being invited to build in-vehicle apps.
The 2013 Ram 1500. Image courtesy of the Chrysler Group.
Ram 1500 chosen as Four Wheeler's Pickup of the Year
By Don Bain on
Add to the mounting accolades of the totally refreshed 2013 Ram 1500 with its selection as Four Wheeler Magazine's Pickup Truck of the Year.
Ford Developer Program
Ford opening SYNC AppLink, increasing smart phone usability in cars
By David Herron on
Smart phones are the next big wave in technology, and Ford is opening the door to integrating smart phone apps with automobiles with a new SYNC AppLink developer program.
The Ford MyEnergy Life system can help you save on energy
Ford MyEnergi Lifestyle Lowers Your Home Energy Bill
By Nicolas Zart on
Ford’s MyEnergi Lifestyle integrates plug-in vehicles with smart appliances to better manage energy usage. Find out how.
Lexus
Al-new 2014 Lexus IS will have subscription free data services
By John Goreham on
The Lexus IS infotainment system will provide real-time traffic and weather even on base models.
The Cadillac ELR teaser
GM shows off the Volt based Cadillac ELR leading to Detroit debut
By Patrick Rall on
The Cadillac ELR will make its grand debut next Monday at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit but as we all prepare for the big Motor City show – General Motors has shown off the new electric Caddy coupe in broad daylight while covered in the familiar black and white camouflage skin.
1962 Leyland Routemaster
1962 Leyland Routemaster double-decker bus to be auctioned
By Aaron Turpen on
Silverstone Auctions will be holding its annual Race Retro & Classic Car Sale at Stoneleigh next month and one of the featured vehicles on the block will be an iconic 1962 Routemaster double-decker bus, one of the red two-story buses that became the symbol of London.
Ford Teams Up With Eaton, SunPower, Whirlpool and Georgia Institute of Technology
By Nicolas Zart on
Ford is teaming up with energy leaders and smart appliance makers to help you better manage your energy use, ultimately saving money and being more eco-friendly. See how plug-in vehicles and smart appliances work together.
The back end of the 2013 Dodge Dart GT
Introducing the 2013 Dodge Dart GT - the highest performane Dart to date
By Patrick Rall on
While many expected that the first performance package for the new Dodge Dart would be the same R/T trimline featured on the rest of the Dodge lineup – this morning the Chrysler Group introduced the first performance oriented trimline in the form of the 2013 Dodge Dart GT.
2013 Audi A8/S8
The Chinese love the power of the new Audi A8/S8
By Denis Flierl on
Audi AG sales in China has surpassed 400,000 units for first time in 2012 in large part due to the new luxury 2013 A8/S8 sales.
2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
2013 XV Crosstrek is another global winner for Subaru
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru has set all-time annual record sales in the U.S., Canada and Australia due to global launches of the new 2013 XV Crosstrek, BRZ and new Impreza.
The 2014 Audi SQ5. Image courtesy of Audi.
Audi debuts the first gasoline-powered SQ5 at NAIAS
By Don Bain on
Conceived primarily for sale in the US, Canada and China, Audi will reveal its first-ever gasoline powered SQ5 next week at NAIAS – supercharged, all-wheel drive and developing 354 horsepower while still getting 21-mpg combined.
Arnold Schwarzenegger The Last Stand
Arnold Schwarzenegger promotes new movie by crushing cars in giant tank
By Anthony Faccenda on
Late last week, Arnold Schwarzenegger invited journalists to an L.A. ranch to discuss his new movie 'The Last Stand' and to crush cars in his M47 Patton tank.

NHTSA sound requirements
NHTSA proposes minimum sound requirements for electric and hybrid vehicles
By Anthony Faccenda on
The new NHTSA proposal stems from the Pedestrian Safety Enhancement Acts, which mandated that rules be established to require electric and hybrid vehicles be equipped with a pedestrian alert sound system.
The 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 1LE
Chevrolet Camaro wins 3rd straight muscle car sales title, Ford sells more V8s
By Patrick Rall on
The Ford Mustang trailed by less than 1,100 units going into December as the pony car attempted to prevent the Chevrolet Camaro from winning its third straight segment sales title but the bowtie-clad muscle car managed to claim its 6th monthly win of the year in December and in doing so – General Motors has the bragging right of offering America’s bestselling muscle car once again.
Audi Self Driving Car
Audi is first automaker with Nevada self-driving car license
By David Herron on
Audi's research into self-driving cars has netted a "piloted driving and parking" system, and a license from Nevada to operate self-driving autonomous cars.
The Hyundai HCD-14 teaser
Hyundai teases their HCD-14 Concept coming to the Detroit Auto Show
By Patrick Rall on
Next week’s 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit is sure to be chock full of exciting new production models and concepts alike and today, we get our first teaser of the Hyundai HCD-14 Concept – although there is little information accompanying the lone shadowy image shown on the right.
SYNC BeCouply
Ford's new cars will help you get a date and much more
By John Goreham on
Ford’s partnership with new App suppliers will help you find a date, catch up on your reading, and find that perfect song.
Vovlo introduces its plug-in hybrid at the Detroit Auto Show 2012
Volvo Introduces Plug-In Hybrids at The Detroit Auto Show 2013 and More
By Nicolas Zart on
Volvo is the other come back kid from Europe, much as Ford has done over here in the US. The carmaker, once thought of as dead has come back nicely with a well diversified portfolio of cars, including a plug-in hybrid that will be presented at the Detroit Auto Show.
The LS7 V8 from the Corvette Z06
TorqueNews Exclusive: Ken Lingenfelter's views on a factory LS7-powered 2014 Camaro
By Patrick Rall on
A little over a week ago, we talked about the General Motors VIN decoder sheet which indicated that the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro could be packing the LS7 V8 from the Corvette Z06 and while GM isnt offering any comments on this possible new Camaro engine option – we reached out to Mr. Ken Lingenfelter for his input on what GM could have in store for the 2014 Camaro.
2014 Subaru Forester
2014 Subaru Forester to debut with new Starlink
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru will debut their new in-car infotainment system in the new 2014 Forester and later this year in the 2014 Impreza, BRZ and XV Crosstrek.
The Lexus Advanced Active Safety Research Vehicle. Image from YouTube vid.
The drive towards autonomous cars picks up pace at CES
By Don Bain on
The annual electronics showcase let’s the world see all the newest gadgets and gizmos, glimpsing what may change the world to come and this year autonomous cars from Toyota and Audi may create the biggest buzz.
LAX nips the free charge and park for electric vehicles
No More Free Electric Vehicle Parking at LAX
By Nicolas Zart on
The free to park and charge business model is being reviewed by some businesses. Are EV owners going to lose their privileges?
2013 Subaru BRZ, Toyota GT 86, Scion FR-S
Subaru BRZ is TopGear's Fun-est Car of the Year
By Denis Flierl on
The new 2013 Subaru BRZ isn’t the most expensive sports car and doesn’t have the most power but is voted Fun Car of the Year by TopGear Australia against some stiff competition.
Chrysler-sponsored FIRST robotics teams
Chrysler Foundation FIRST robotics season 2013 begins
By Aaron Turpen on
Elementary, middle and high school teams from around the U.S. and Canada have received grants totaling $147,000 to compete in the FIRST robotics season that started this weekend.
Nissan PlayStation GT Academy winners
GT Academy virtual-to-real race academy going to Dubai 24 Hour
By Aaron Turpen on
Nissan and PlayStation will host 2012's GT Academy Champions, who will line up on the grid at the Dubai 24 Hour race later this week as these video game champions turn their skills into real life racing in two Nissan 370Z Nismo GT4 Race cars.
Steve McQueen 1941 Chevy Pickup auction
Steve McQueen's 1941 Chevy Pickup up for grabs on eBay
By Anthony Faccenda on
There's no reserve price listed for McQueen's former Chevy truck, but the eBay owner may have some big expectations since the actor's last two vehicles auctioned both fetched over $1 million.
2013 Chevrolet Camaro vs Ford Mustang
Camaro stays top dog over Ford Mustang again
By Denis Flierl on
The Chevrolet Camaro outsells the Ford Mustang again to retain the top spot in the 2012 muscle car sales race.
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