Automotive News (Page 1009)

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 2013 Nissan Leaf Image courtesy of Newspress

Nissan doesn't want Leaf batteries losing power or sales

By Don Bain on June 20, 2013 - 4:40PM

Nissan, in an effort to remain the leading provider of zero-emission electric vehicles, has instituted a new battery replacement program for 2014 that will extend its warranty coverage of lithium ion battery packs.

2015 Ford Mustang GT test mule caught on video

By Patrick Rall on June 20, 2013 - 4:32PM

Spyshots of the next generation 2015 Ford Mustang have been popping up all over the place but a new video on YouTube shows what is unquestionably a next generation Mustang test car out on the open road somewhere in the Metro Detroit area and while the car is covered in thick camo – we get a few parting sound clips of the new Mustang along with a look at features like the front and rear brakes.

Volvo just made the valet an endangered species

By John Goreham on June 20, 2013 - 11:51AM

Torque News predicted self driving cars would kill off the valets. Here is how Volvo did it, and why car-nuts should rejoice.

2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray in Laguna Blue

2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe posts incredible 0-60, quarter mile times

By Patrick Rall on June 20, 2013 - 10:45AM

General Motors has just announced the initial batch of performance figures for the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe and not surprisingly, the C7 has turned out some stunning numbers in pretty much every category – with some supercar-like numbers for 0-60 and the skidpad.

2014 Honda Accord Hybrid features best in-class fuel mileage in America

By Denis Flierl on June 20, 2013 - 7:41AM

The new 2014 Honda Accord Hybrid is anticipated to have the best in-class fuel mileage in America in the mid-size sedan segment.

J.D. Power And Associates Initial Quality Study

Why GM dominates 2013 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study

By John Goreham on June 19, 2013 - 3:58PM

GM is the surprise winner in what matters most, dominating the large vehicle categories. Lexus and Toyota still make the best big luxury car and mid-size family car. BMW wins zero categories.

Fiat confirms future production of the turbocharged 500 Cattiva

By Patrick Rall on June 19, 2013 - 12:39PM

Among the sharp looking concepts at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show was the Fiat 500 Cattiva – a model which the company has recently confirmed would see production even though no time frame for availability has been offered.

Tesla's Luxurious Treatment Promise After Model S Recall

By Anthony Faccenda on June 19, 2013 - 10:52AM

Tesla Motors Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013 Model S electric vehicles due to a second-row seating issue.

2014 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra's V6 leads in key fuel economy measure

By John Goreham on June 19, 2013 - 9:42AM

Many work trucks see very little highway time. The GM V6 in the Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra saves fuel it where it counts.

Two firsts to look for on the 2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Volante [video]

By Denis Flierl on June 19, 2013 - 8:02AM

Open top motoring just got a whole lot faster and lighter with the launch of the new 2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Volante.

2014 Buick LaCrosse price $1,500 more than 2013 models

By Patrick Rall on June 18, 2013 - 11:19AM

General Motors has announced some pricing tidbits for the refreshed 2014 Buick LaCrosse and in exchange for the new exterior look, greater level of luxury and a handful of new high tech goodies – the 2014 LaCrosse also comes with a new price that is over $1,500 more than the current models.

Everything a parent needs to know about child booster seats

By John Goreham on June 18, 2013 - 11:04AM

How the IIHS rates child booster seats, why it is important, and some sage advice on which color to buy.

Honda addresses Fit EV shortages, but the real story is EV price errosion

By John Goreham on June 18, 2013 - 9:18AM

Honda's 33% price cut to move its Fit EV worked - too well - but the real news is that all the mainstream electric vehicle makers are now slashing prices to move cars.

One of the hottest Aston Martin lineups heads to 24 hrs of Le Mans

By Denis Flierl on June 18, 2013 - 8:08AM

Buckle up and get ready for Le Mans this weekend as the legendary 24 hr race celebrates its 90th year. What is Aston Martin doing with the Vantage GTE for the first time?

Irv Gordon's 1966 Volvo P1800. Image courtesy of Newspress

The man who drove 3 million miles in a Volvo

By Don Bain on June 17, 2013 - 8:23PM

It is a story for the record books and Volvo plays a central role, but perhaps the strangest aspect of the tale is the fact the man who drove 3 million miles in a single car lives on an island 118 miles long.

Lamborghini Gallardo replacement to debut in September

By Patrick Rall on June 17, 2013 - 7:08PM

Although official details have been very limited, it has been known for some time that the replacement for the Lamborghini Gallardo is waiting in the wings and with the launch of the Frankfurt Motor Show in mid-September – the world could get the first look at the car planned to serve as the “entry level” Lambo.

The 2014 Audi SQ5 crossover. lmage courtesy of Audi.

Audi announces pricing on the awesome 2014 SQ5

By Don Bain on June 17, 2013 - 3:59PM

Audi’s popular Q lineup of all-wheel-drive crossovers will soon have a S variant and pricing for the 2014 SQ5 has just been announced for its US release this summer.

Technologically inept rejoice! MyFord Touch to get buttons and knobs

By Patrick Rall on June 17, 2013 - 3:25PM

Due to the hordes of aging buyers who are unable to figure out how to turn on the radio in their new Ford vehicle, the Motor Company will begin adding traditional buttons and knobs to vehicles equipped with MyFord Touch – presumably in a similar fashion to what we recently experienced with the 2013 Ford F150.

Volvo joins V8 race series after calling V8s dinosaurs in April

By John Goreham on June 17, 2013 - 1:26PM

Volvo has issued a series of press releases announcing it is quitting V8s in it cars, moving to all 4 cylinder engines, and called the V8 names in the process. Today Volvo announced it is proud to join the Australian V8 Supercars series.

Chrysler launches first ever SRT brand TV ads (Videos)

By Patrick Rall on June 17, 2013 - 1:09PM

This past weekend, the Chrysler Group launched the first advertising campaign specifically for the SRT Brand and in fine “go big or go home” fashion – the Street and Racing Technology division hit the airwaves with four versions of the same commercial.

2014 Koenigsegg Agera S sets new hypercar benchmarks [video]

By Denis Flierl on June 17, 2013 - 8:04AM

The 2014 Koenigsegg Agera S stands head and shoulders above any other independent brand and sets new benchmarks for performance and price.

3 reasons why Fathers want the the Ferrari 458 Spider [video]

By Denis Flierl on June 16, 2013 - 8:14AM

There are three good reasons why Fathers want the the new 2013 Ferrari 458 Spider that has been crowned “Best Cabrio.”

2014 Ford Fiesta has best-in-class MPG

By Aaron Turpen on June 16, 2013 - 1:00AM

The EPA's numbers are in for the 2014 Ford Fiesta and they best everyone else in this contentious, fuel-sipping category.

Porsche LMP1 sports prototype under wraps

Porsche rolls out LMP1 sports prototype

By Aaron Turpen on June 16, 2013 - 12:47AM

The World Endurance Championship and 24 Hours of Le Mans are the targets for this latest sports prototype from Porsche.

GM recalls 231k SUVs for fire risks, issues stark warning to owners

By Anthony Faccenda on June 15, 2013 - 4:44PM

GM is recalling certain older model Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, Saab, and Isuzu SUVs due to fire concerns and is advising owners to park them outside until the problem is fixed.

Why the Mercedes Unimog is most extreme off-roader on the planet

By Denis Flierl on June 15, 2013 - 7:37AM

2013 Mercedes-Benz Unimog is a beast when it comes to off-road machines and takes first place as the “best off-road vehicle of the year.”

2014 BMW 4 Series Coupe sends message to Audi and Mercedes

By Denis Flierl on June 14, 2013 - 8:15PM

The all-new 2014 BMW 4 Series Coupe is a new generation coupe for the German brand, marks a new era of performance and sports appeal and sends a powerful message to Audi and Mercedes-Benz.

You're never too young for a First Porsche

By Don Bain on June 14, 2013 - 5:36PM

This First Porsche for the very young lacks the powerplant typical of the breed, as it is a pedal-powered go-kart – yet it is built by the famed automaker to set young drivers on the proper path.

Argument is over: 2014 Nissan Versa Note is the best car in America under 14K

By Denis Flierl on June 14, 2013 - 1:52PM

The base model 2014 Nissan Versa Note hatchback may be the best car in America with a price tag under 14K. What does the next-generation Versa Note offer?

What it's like to ride shotgun in the 2013 WRX STI Rally Car [video]

By Denis Flierl on June 14, 2013 - 12:37PM

See what it's like to ride in the 2013 Subaru WRX STI Rally car as David Higgins flies by trees at 70 mph on a narrow road as the team wins Stage 12 at STPR.

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