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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.

Drayson B12 69/EV
Drayson Racing making electric world record attempt
By Aaron Turpen on
Drayson Racing Technologies plans to attempt a world land speed record for an electric vehicle next month in Britain, hoping to beat the current American record of 175 mph.
2014 BMW X5
2014 BMW X5 will now drive for you
By John Goreham on
Autonomous driving is here now and it comes to us, from of all places, the Ultimate Driving Machine. The 3rd generation of BMW's hugely successful X5 can now do the driving for you in some situations.
Ferrari
Unique Ferrari sold at record price in Italy
By John Goreham on
A rare and storied 340/375 MM Berlinetta Competizione sold for nearly $13 million. Only Cameron's Dad's Ferrari is more desirable.
The 2014 Ford Fiesta ST
2014 Ford Fiesta ST combines hot hatch power with 35mpg
By Patrick Rall on
Ford will expand their American high performance lineup later this year with the introduction of the 2014 Fiesta ST and today, FoMoCo announced their own fuel economy measures for the sporty new 5-door hatch with an impressive measure of 35 miles per gallon on the highway.
Chevrolet Corvette Transformers 4
2014 Chevy Corvette Stingray joins ‘Transformers 4’ cast
By Anthony Faccenda on
Director Michael Bay has just revealed that the all-new C7 Corvette will star as an Autobot in ‘Transformers 4.’
2014 GMC Sierra Denali
2014 GMC Sierra Denali pairs workboots and fancy pants
By John Goreham on
The new Sierra Denali will feature all the luxury one would expect and the strongest V8 in the marketplace.
New Aston Martin V12 Vantage S
Aston Martin V12 Vantage S takes performance to the extreme [video]
By Denis Flierl on
Aston Martin reveals the most extreme sports car it has ever produced as it celebrates its 100 year anniversary, the new V12 Vantage S.
2013 Life Ball MINI designed by Roberto Cavalli
Roberto Cavalli designed MINI brings big bucks for AIDS Life
By Aaron Turpen on
The unique, iridescent MINI was showcased this weekend and auctioned off for a princely sum, with all proceeds going to benefit AIDS research.
The Fisker Karma
Henrik Fisker teams up with Chinese billionaire to buy Fisker Automotive
By Patrick Rall on
Fisker Automotive founder Henrik Fisker has joined forces with Hong Kong billionaire Richard Li in an attempt to buy the struggling extended range electric vehicle company by means of purchasing the massive chunk of debt owed to the United States Treasury via the $192 Department of Energy loan.
The 2013 SRT Viper GTS
2014 SRT Viper production to start in July with new colors, big numbers
By Patrick Rall on
According to the Mopar gurus at Allpar, the production run of the 2014 SRT Viper will begin in July 2013 with bigger numbers than originally planned and a variety of new colors (and deleted colors).
Need for Speed Rivals trailer screen shot
Need for Speed Rivals bringing Ferrari to Xbox 360, Xbox One and Playstation 3 & 4 (trailer video)
By Patrick Rall on
The newest installation of the fabled Need for Speed racing series will arrive for Xbox One and Playstation 4 later this year – with a basic cops-versus-racers format similar to what we loved about Need for Speed Most Wanted but with a new online game design like nothing we have experienced before.
Each Ford Fusion uses 5 yards of recycled fabric. Image courtesy of Ford
How Ford is helping to bring sustainable auto fabrics to the globe
By Don Bain on
Ford began using recycled yarns to make fabric for seat coverings for one specific vehicle line in 2008 – today 41 different recycled auto fabrics are used in 15 different vehicle programs around the world.
2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray engine
2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray engine's shocking surprise
By John Goreham on
The new Corvette is packing more power than was previously reported. Official tests are in and as the story explains, the results are simply amazing.
A map showing the area where the Morning Spruce lost power
First shipment of 2014 Hyundai Equus sedans stranded at sea for days
By Patrick Rall on
The lightly refreshed 2014 Hyundai Equus super sedan is expected to reach US shores soon but an engine problem with the freight ship carrying the first batch has left the high end luxury sedans stuck at sea while the crew scrambles to fix the problem – with this drama at sea extending into its second week.
Rollover Crash
A new test may save you from a vehicle rollover injury
By John Goreham on
IIHS tests vehicles for their ability to protect you in a rollover. The way it works is not what you might think. If you want to make an omelet you have to break some eggs best describes the process.
Ford F-150 gears
Ford uses a technology movie fans love to make a better F-150 truck
By John Goreham on
Using a new technology on one of its oldest models in a unique way makes Ford trucks smoother on the road.
Alfa Romeo Disco Volante by Touring
Alfa Romeo Disco Volante by Touring is most attractive car in the world [video]
By Denis Flierl on
The audience at the Concours d'Elegance Villa d'Este saw visions of 1952 and has awarded the new Alfa Romeo Disco Volante by Touring the most attractive car award.
Interchange QR code
Europeans using QR codes to access electric car charging with new German joint venture
By David Herron on
Accessing any electric car charging station in Europe could be as easy as scanning a QR code tag, with a new joint venture formed by German manufacturers, Hubject GmbH.
Ford F-150 investigation
Government investigates 400,000 Ford F-150 trucks over highway acceleration problems
By Anthony Faccenda on
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced on Sunday that is opening a probe into 400,000 Ford F-150 pickup trucks due to dangerous engine acceleration issues.
2013 Renault ZOE
Renault reaffirms electric car commitment, delivers ZOE to partner company Bouygues
By David Herron on
Renault delivered a ZOE electric car to a partner company, as a way to reaffirm the company's commitment to electric cars on a day when that commitment may be called into question.
2014 BRZ S and Special Anniversary Edition 2014 WRX.
Subaru to launch two new performance models this year
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru is revving up its performance car image with two new models, the 2014 BRZ S and Special 20th Anniversary Limited Edition 2014 WRX.
Better Place in Israel
Better Place starts bankruptcy liquidation after six months of restructuring efforts
By David Herron on
Following six months of turmoil since the ouster of founder Shai Agassi, Better Place is shutting down all operations and seeking an orderly liquidation of the company.
2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek with EyeSight
See what happens when dozens of Subaru XV Crosstreks use EyeSight
By Denis Flierl on
Watch what happens when dozens of miniature 2013 Subaru VX Crosstreks fitted with Subaru’s new EyeSight safety function take their different routs all at once.
Ken Block introduced the new 2014 Ford Fiesta ST
Ford enlists Ken Block to drive 2014 Fiesta ST for buzz
By Denis Flierl on
Action Sports Superstar, Ken Block will drive the new 2014 Ford Fiesta ST at the UEFA Champions Festival and thrill fans by performing four unique driving displays.
2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray C7
Chevrolet leaks higher power numbers for 2014 Corvette Stingray
By Denis Flierl on
The new 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray C7's final horsepower and torque numbers may be higher than what was originally thought. Did GM leak the new figures?
The 2013 MINI Cooper Cabriolet. Image © 2013 by Don Bain
MINI, Jeep racking up most moans and groans
By Don Bain on
Mini and Jeep models are generating the most complaints by owners of any brand on the market; despite the fact all cars are built a lot better than they were 20 years ago.
Aston Martin teaser video called “Coming Soon”
Something very extreme is coming soon from Aston Martin [updated]
By Denis Flierl on
Aston Martin has released a second teaser video called “Extreme” to preview a new model from the British automaker. It's getting closer to being released.
Chevy Turbo
Chevrolet supercharges snail in DreamWorks' ‘Turbo’ movie
By Anthony Faccenda on
The Chevrolet brand will be plastered all over the screen when DreamWorks' upcoming animated film ‘Turbo’ hits theaters this summer.

50th anniversary McLaren 12C and 12C Spider models
Two special anniversary McLaren 12C and 12C Spider models to be launched
By Denis Flierl on
McLaren will launch two special edition 12C and 12C Spider models to mark 50 years of the brand with a very limited-run worldwide production.
BMW Pininfarina Gran Lusso Coupe
BMW Gran Lusso Coupe takes luxury and exclusivity to a new level [updated]
By Denis Flierl on
The BMW Group and Italian car designer firm and coachbuilder Pininfarina have joined together and have just unveiled the new BMW Pininfarina Gran Lusso Coupe. [video]
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