Automotive News (Page 1007)

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.

Toyota RAV4 fails important crash test

By John Goreham on July 11, 2013 - 1:12PM

In May we warned readers that there were reasons to wait before buying the 2013 Toyota RAV4. This week the RAV4 failed the small frontal overlap crash test its direct competitors have done well on, casting doubt on its safety.

Ken Block and Travis Pastrana battle for position

Global RallyCross back in action tonight on ESPN3

By Patrick Rall on July 11, 2013 - 12:10PM

The 2013 Global RallyCross Championship season continues tonight as the drivers finally hit US soil at the New Hampshire Motor Speedway for the 4th race of the season – after beginning the 2013 GRC campaign included three events at XGames events in other locations around the world.

Introducing the Sinister 2013 Ram 1500 Black Express

By Patrick Rall on July 11, 2013 - 9:56AM

The 2013 model year is almost gone but the Chrysler Group has introduced the new Ram 1500 Black Express to help the half ton pickup finish the model year strong – with this all black package applied to the popular Express value group offering Hemi power and a sinister, sporty appearance.

2014 Volkswagen Beetle GSR limited edition

Sporty 2014 Volkswagen Beetle GSR launching with hot new engine

By Denis Flierl on July 11, 2013 - 7:45AM

Volkswagen is shaking things up with new turbocharged engines for the 2014 Jetta, Beetle and Passat and a sporty new 2014 Beetle GSR that is faster and more fuel-efficient.

Netherlands getting largest yet national electric car fast charging network

By David Herron on July 10, 2013 - 10:22PM

Netherlands company Fastned is starting to build its planned network of 200 DC Fast Charging stations, looking to cover the entire country.

Toyota challenges eco-savvy influencers to fuel efficiency contest

By David Herron on July 10, 2013 - 7:35PM

Toyota is challenging 7 eco-savvy eco-influencers to a contest of fuel efficiency in a Toyota Prius Plug-in.

The Body Paint image of the Fiat Abarth Cabrio. Image courtesy Newspress

When Fiat talks Body Paint, it is what you're thinking [video]

By Don Bain on July 10, 2013 - 7:10PM

Fiat has created an image of the 500 Abarth Cabrio from painted human bodies assembled to look just like the car – making it look muscular at a distance and bawdy up close.

Callaway to tune 2014 Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra up to 540hp

By Patrick Rall on July 10, 2013 - 5:42PM

Even though the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra haven’t hit dealerships around the country yet, the folks at Callaway Performance have announced plans to offer high performance tuning options for the new GM pickups with the results reaching 540 horsepower.

Ford slashes price of 2014 Focus EV to counter abysmal sales

By Anthony Faccenda on July 10, 2013 - 2:21PM

Ford has announced it will drop the price of the 2014 Ford Focus EV by $4,000, but is it too little, too late?

NHTSA says GM's screening process may be unable to spot dangerous vehicles

By Anthony Faccenda on July 10, 2013 - 11:34AM

The federal government is calling GM’s testing methods into question after the automaker failed to identify a vehicle that later caught fire.

Why hot new Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid will be a winner

By Denis Flierl on July 10, 2013 - 7:45AM

Subaru is already having to increase production of the 2014 XV Crosstrek Hybrid because of incredible customer response. Can you have both all-wheel-drive and fuel-efficiency?

A parade of MINIs. Image courtesy of Newspress

So many MINIs parading in Michigan may make a Guinness World Record

By Don Bain on July 9, 2013 - 3:47PM

MINI owners throughout the nation are invited to Mackinaw City, Michigan to form the longest parade of MINIs ever to cross the world renowned 5-mile long Mackinac Bridge that spans the straights connecting Lake Michigan and Lake Huron.

J.D. Power study says electric cars too expensive, too small, and too unreliable

By John Goreham on July 9, 2013 - 3:45PM

In its debut release J.D. Power and Associates' new study confirms what many have been saying for some time. EVs are not ready for prime time.

The most commonly stolen new car is not a car

By John Goreham on July 9, 2013 - 3:03PM

Trucks and giant SUVs top HDLI's list of most commonly stolen newer vehicles.

BMW i3 to Debut Later This Month - Hitting US Dealerships in January Under $35k

By Patrick Rall on July 9, 2013 - 2:29PM

BMW announced last week via a teaser video that the production version of the BMW i3 electric vehicle will debut on July 29th with the first units hitting European dealerships in November and North American dealerships getting their hands on the i3 in January 2014 – with a price for the all electric version expected to carry a starting price under $35,000.

The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe

30mpg makes the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray the most efficient sports car ever

By Patrick Rall on July 9, 2013 - 11:18AM

General Motors has announced the first batch of fuel economy figures for the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray coupe and with the ability to offer 30 miles per gallon on the highway – the new C7 Corvette is the most efficient sports car in the world.

2014 Audi RS 7 Sportback is the sweetest ride on the planet [video]

By Denis Flierl on July 9, 2013 - 7:56AM

Audi is launching the new Audi RS 7 Sportback with superior performance and a driving dynamics package that takes it to another level for driving enthusiasts.

Nissan expanding quick charging network to 100 CHADEMO stations by 2014

By David Herron on July 8, 2013 - 8:05PM

Looking to increase the Nissan Leaf's attractiveness, Nissan is expanding the network of dealer-based fast charging stations to include 100 such stations in 21 markets by 2014.

Heat wave driving tips: Protecting yourself and your car this summer

By Anthony Faccenda on July 8, 2013 - 6:30PM

The following 10 tips will help ensure that you and your car survive even the hottest driving conditions.

Research group studies scariest crash type

By John Goreham on July 8, 2013 - 5:27PM

The IIHS has released a new video highlighting the worst crash you can be in.

Fiat still courts Chrysler and hopes to buy more stock

By John Goreham on July 8, 2013 - 1:56PM

Fiat would still like to take over Chrysler, but a fight over the prenuptial agreement is preventing this marriage from moving closer to consummation.

Subaru launches distinctive 2014 BRZ S STI performance package

By Denis Flierl on July 8, 2013 - 8:01AM

The new 2014 BRZ S with an STI performance package has just been launched with pricing and is available for purchase now in Australia.

General Motors Lordstown assembly and stamping complex. Image courtesy GM

GM plant conversion to LED lighting to save $800K

By Don Bain on July 8, 2013 - 1:24AM

If you have noticed how vehicles from GM and other automakers have been converting lighting systems to LEDs recently, it won’t surprise you the same approach in automotive fabrication plants can save a lot of energy and thus lower the cost of cars.

1960s model Porsche 911s 2.2L by Andrew Basterfield. From Wikimedia Commons.

Porsche driving unprecedented sales reports on top of speed records

By Don Bain on July 7, 2013 - 4:41PM

Porsche has collected a lot of racing trophies over the years, but the records the brand is setting now are much more impressive – Porsche’s global sales are up 18 percent for the first six months of 2013.

Ferrari F12 Belinetta and Eric Clapton’s one-off SP12 EC Ferrari

Eric Clapton’s one-off SP12 EC Ferrari will be featured at Goodwood

By Denis Flierl on July 7, 2013 - 7:28AM

Ferrari will debut the F12berlinetta at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed along with Eric Clapton’s $4.75 million SP12 EC.

Seinfeld’s CiCGC with Don Rickles might be the funniest yet [Video]

By Anthony Faccenda on July 6, 2013 - 7:47PM

Comic legend Don Rickles and a classic 1958 Cadillac Eldorado Seville – what’s not to love?

Astronauts and BMW come together for future sustainability tech

By Aaron Turpen on July 6, 2013 - 6:16PM

About 80 astronauts from around the world will converge on Cologne, Germany for the 26th Planetary Congress of the Association of Space Explorers (ASE), which will include a visit to BMW's Munich facilities.

2013 NORRA Mexican 500 vintage on- and off-road competition announced

By Aaron Turpen on July 6, 2013 - 6:01PM

This September, the largest rally since the rebirth of the Mexican 500 will take place. This competition will feature three days of mixed surface rally driving in the Happiest Race on Earth as a miniature version of the larger Mexican 1000 held every spring.

Mary Chan, GM President of Global Connected Consumer. Image from GM

The world according to GM's guru of connectivity, Mary Chan

By Don Bain on July 6, 2013 - 4:35PM

GM brought Mary Chan on board as the President of Global Connected Consumer 13 months ago, perhaps providing her greatest challenge, even after 24 years in the development of the wireless community.

2014 Subaru Forester redesign pays off big for the brand

By Denis Flierl on July 6, 2013 - 10:57AM

The new 2014 Subaru Forester continues to set sales records and the 2013 Outback is close behind. The redesign of the Forester pays big dividends for Subaru.

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