Automotive News (Page 1004)

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.

The iconic Toyota Prius. Image courtesy of Toyota

At Sweet 16, Prius hits 3 million in global sales

By Don Bain on July 3, 2013 - 4:39PM

It has only been 16 years since the iconic Prius hybrid was released in Japan and, in that short time, this completely new kind of car has sold over 3 million units globally.

Incentives pay off as the Chevy Volt beats the Nissan Leaf in June EV sales

By Patrick Rall on July 3, 2013 - 4:01PM

General Motors announced new cash incentives for the Chevrolet Volt in early June and those offers paid off big time – as the Volt posted its best sales month of the year which allowed the electric Chevy to beat the Nissan Leaf in monthly sales while also pulling into the lead in total 2013 EV sales.

Chrysler recalls 490,000 cars and SUVs for defective head restraints

By Anthony Faccenda on July 3, 2013 - 4:00PM

Chrysler announced today that it is recalling certain Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep models to address defective electronics in head restraints.

Hyundai recalls Azera sedans over dangerous airbag deployment issue

By Anthony Faccenda on July 3, 2013 - 12:58PM

Hyundai Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Azera vehicles due to a troublesome defect that may lead to airbag malfunction.

Ford Mustang pummels Chevrolet Camaro in June 2013 sales - takes 2013 lead

By Patrick Rall on July 3, 2013 - 12:49PM

For the second month in a row, the Ford Mustang has outsold the Chevrolet Camaro but the huge differential in June 2013 sales between the two American muscle cars has allowed the mighty Mustang to pull into the lead in the battle for the 2013 muscle car sales title – a position claimed by the Camaro in each of the past 3 years.

2014 Chevrolet Camaro Concept from Transformers 4 revealed by an unusual source

By Patrick Rall on July 3, 2013 - 11:13AM

Spyshots surfaced earlier this week showing the uniquely designed 2014 Chevrolet Camaro that will play the role of Bumblebee in the upcoming Transformers 4 movie and today, a pair of official images of the big-screen bound Camaro Concept hit the internet by means of an unusual source – Transformers 4 director Michael Bay.

New 2014 Datsun car revealed before global launch

By Denis Flierl on July 3, 2013 - 7:25AM

Datsun has revealed sketches giving a preview of the first new-generation Datsun car before its global premiere on July 15.

The BMW i8 Roadster Concept Car. Image courtesy of BMW

BMW i8 Roadster named North American Best Production Preview Vehicle [video]

By Don Bain on July 2, 2013 - 6:21PM

After the BMW i8 Roadster won the North American Concept Car of the Year Award last year, it has proceeded to be named the Best Production Preview Vehicle by a virtual Who’s Who of automotive journalists.

Toyota Camry hits 10 million units sold

By Patrick Rall on July 2, 2013 - 2:45PM

Toyota Motor Sales USA announced this morning that the Toyota Camry has officially hit the 10 million mark for sales here in the United States – a milestone that comes in the same year that the Camry celebrates its 30th anniversary in the US market.

Subaru launches ultra-exclusive 2013 WRX STI tS TYPE RA

By Denis Flierl on July 2, 2013 - 7:51AM

STI, the high-performance division of Subaru, is launching a very exclusive 2013 WRX STI tS TYPE RA. It gives us more glimpses of the next-gen WRX STI.

Build your 2014 Mercedes Benz CLA250 online now

By Patrick Rall on July 1, 2013 - 8:48PM

The configuration page for the 2014 Mercedes Benz CLA250 has gone live on the MBUSA.com website – giving prospective American buyers the first chance to price out their dream CLA Class Benz with a price starting at $30,825 and traveling quickly up over $45,000 when you start checking option boxes.

NHTSA ends Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable probe after Ford agrees to fix 467k cars

By Anthony Faccenda on July 1, 2013 - 8:31PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced on Sunday that it would close an investigation into certain model year 2000-2003 Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable vehicles after Ford agreed to fix the affected vehicles.

The Thunderbirds Mustang GT Special Edition and Falcon F-16 it emulates

This is how Mustangs get mixed up with Thunderbirds

By Don Bain on July 1, 2013 - 8:12PM

In the Ford Lexicon Mustangs and Thunderbirds are two different automotive animals, with spirits and attributes all their own, but when a specially designed Ford Mustang GT is built for the US Air Force Thunderbirds, we are mixing not only names but also modes of transportation.

First Gran Turismo 6 playable demo comes online tomorrow (July 2nd)

By Patrick Rall on July 1, 2013 - 8:01PM

On July 2nd 2013, the first playable demo of Gran Turismo 6 hits the stores of the Playstation Network – giving Playstation 3 gamers their first chance to experience the 6th iteration of the fabled racing simulator while also kicking off the newest version of the popular GT Academy that offers gamers a chance at literally becoming a professional race car driver.

The Ford-Soller assembly plant in St. Petersberg. Image courtesy of Ford.

Ford's 1 millionth car sold in Russia was a Focus

By Don Bain on July 1, 2013 - 6:23PM

Ford has sold its one-millionth vehicle in Russia, where until a couple of decades ago automobiles were beyond the grasp of most citizens, and it was a Ford Focus.

GM claims Nürburgring truck record with Holden VF SS V Redline Ute

By Patrick Rall on July 1, 2013 - 6:12PM

General Motors has announced that their Australian sold Holden VF SS V Redline Ute has claimed the title of being the quickest truck around the famed Nürburgring – although many Dodge Ram SRT10 and Ford SVT Lightning F150 owners will question the legitimacy of the title since the Holden Ute is a very different “truck” than those American sold go-fast pickups.

The engine cover of the 2014 Ram HD 6.4L Hemi

2014 Ram HD lineup gets retuned SRT 6.4L Hemi V8 with best in class power, new air suspension

By Patrick Rall on July 1, 2013 - 5:28PM

While it had been rumored for quite some time that the 2014 Ram Heavy Duty lineup would soon benefit from a revised version of the 6.4L Hemi V8 from the SRT lineup, the Chrysler Group has announced the official specifications for the new 392 cubic inch heavy duty truck engine – making the 2014 Ram HD lineup the most powerful truck in the class powered by a gasoline engine.

Heikkinen claims XGames RallyCross Gold in Munich, Doran and Foust take Silver and Bronze

By Patrick Rall on July 1, 2013 - 3:22PM

Sunday brought us the second leg of the Global RallyCross double header from Munich Germany and after claiming the bronze medal on Saturday’s make-up race, Topi Heikkinen took the win on Sunday with Liam Doran finishing second and Tanner Foust finished third.

Three benefits to look for on the 2014 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl on July 1, 2013 - 8:04AM

Subaru gives an exclusive sneak peek at the 2014 Outback in a new interactive brochure. See what benefits the new Outback has to offer outdoor enthusiasts.

The first Chevy Corvette rolls of the line on June 30, 1953. Image courtesy GM

60 years later, the Chevrolet Corvette remains an iconic American legend

By Don Bain on July 1, 2013 - 3:57AM

It was 60 years ago yesterday, the very first Chevy Corvette rolled off the assembly line in Flint MI and straight into the hearts and history books of America.

Sebastien Loeb and Peugeot obliterate the race record at Pikes Peak [video]

By Denis Flierl on June 30, 2013 - 7:04PM

Sebastien Loeb driving the Peugeot 208 T16 has blown away the previous overall Pikes Peak record by more than a minute-and-a-half.

2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Pikes Peak world record

Hyundai Genesis Coupe sets blistering world record run at Pikes Peak

By Denis Flierl on June 30, 2013 - 5:33PM

The Hyundai Genesis Coupe has done it again this year by setting a new world record run to the summit of Pikes Peak.

2014 Nissan Pathfinder gets a price tag, plus a Hybrid

By Aaron Turpen on June 30, 2013 - 3:27PM

With a new 2013 refresh and the introduction of a hybrid option for 2014, the Nissan Pathfinder is poised to continue its rapid sales growth and its new MSRP will only help.

2014 Ram 1500 to have diesel option at low price point

By Aaron Turpen on June 30, 2013 - 3:02PM

The Ram 1500 will become the only light duty pickup to offer a diesel powertrain, giving it not only that distinction, but also the highest fuel efficiency in its class and at a price point not far removed from the base model's MSRP.

Watch the official 2014 Mazda3 reveal in New York [video]

By Denis Flierl on June 30, 2013 - 8:29AM

Mazda reveals the first video of the all-new 2014 Mazda3 when it was unveiled behind the scenes in New York and four other locations around the globe.

Rare James Bond Lotus Esprit submarine car goes up for auction

By Anthony Faccenda on June 29, 2013 - 6:35PM

The Lotus Esprit Series 1 featured in the classic James Bond film ‘The Spy Who Loved Me’ will be up for grabs on September 8 courtesy of RM Auctions.

Honda re-recalling 685,000 Honda Fit hatchbacks for fire risks

By Anthony Faccenda on June 29, 2013 - 2:48PM

Honda has announced it will once again recall 2007-2008 Fit vehicles -- covered under a previous recall -- to address potential fire risks.

Mitsubishi recalls Outlander SUVs because sunroofs may detach while driving

By Anthony Faccenda on June 29, 2013 - 1:06PM

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. is recalling certain Outlander Sport SUVs due to an issue with the vehicle’s panoramic sunroof assembly.

Meet the hottest Nissan GT-R in the world with 1000 hp

By Denis Flierl on June 29, 2013 - 7:34AM

The Hennessey HPE1000 2013 Nissan GT-R pumps out an incredible 1000 horsepower and is the hottest GT-R on the planet.

2014 Corvette Stingray Premiere Edition marks 60 years

By Denis Flierl on June 28, 2013 - 5:58PM

A limited edition 2014 Corvette C7 will be launched in commemoration of the new seventh-generation Corvette. But you better hurry.

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