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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.

Fisker based VL Destino to carry on without Fisker, with 556 horsepower
By Patrick Rall on
Even though it looks like Fisker Automotive is all but out of business due to crippling financial issues, the Bob Lutz backed VL Destino that is based on the Fisker Karma extended range electric vehicle will carry on – with hundreds of inquiries from current Karma owners who are more interested in supercharged V8 power than they are emission free driving.
Cadillac ATS CTS
Cadillac CTS is longer, leaner and meaner
By John Goreham on
One old trick and one new one make the 2014 CTS from Cadillac stiffer and lighter than the competition.
Aerovironment charging station for Ford
Aerovironment chosen by Ford for charging station installation, service
By David Herron on
Aerovironment, with years of experience in electric vehicles, was chosen for turnkey charging station installation and support for Ford plug-in vehicle customers.
2014 Scion 10 Series
2014 Scion TC, iQ and limited 10 Series get price tags
By Aaron Turpen on
Toyota is producing a limited number of the Scion 10 Series for its tenth anniversary and has released sticker shock values for the series, including the 2014 Scion 10 Series FR-S speed machine.
Justin Bieber and his Lamborghini get six speeding tickets in Dubai
By Anthony Faccenda on
Justin Bieber was cited for six speeding infractions while driving in Dubai this past weekend. The singer was in the Gulf city for his "Believe" tour.
Tesla Model S
Tesla Motors shows strong sales, big revenue growth for Q1 2013
By David Herron on
Tesla Motors lived up to their promise to reach profitability for Q1 2013, based on stronger than expected sales and manufacturing efficiency improvements.
The Nissan GT-R racing the Oris Swiss Hunter jet. Still from YouTube video.
How Nissan GT-R fares racing a Swiss fighter jet [video]
By Don Bain on
How long a Nissan GT-R can outpace an Oris Swiss Hunter fighter jet off the line was the compelling quest of a journalist from N-Magazine in Germany recently.
Mission Motors
Mission Motors teases highest performance electric vehicle ever
By David Herron on
Coming June 3, Mission Motors promises to unveil the most advanced production motorcycle, that will also be the highest performance electric vehicle in existence.
New 2013 BMW M3 Touring Emergency Medical services vehicle
How saving lives will be faster with new BMW M3
By Denis Flierl on
If you ever need emergency medical services, this new 2013 BMW M3 Touring Emergency Medical services vehicle can get to you much quicker.
Top Safety Pick
Why should you care if your car is a Top Safety Pick
By John Goreham on
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety launches a campaign to explain how it does its work and why it matters to every driver.
“Design Vision GTI” shows future of VW Golf GTI
Amazing “Design Vision GTI” shows future of VW Golf GTI
By Denis Flierl on
This wild racing GTI concept is race-ready, and is based on the latest 2015 Volkswagen GTI, but reveals the future of the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
Tesla Motors factory floor
Tesla steals from Aston Martin, talks to Google about Auto Bots
By Aaron Turpen on
Tesla has not only stolen key talent (and some say design cues) from Aston Martin, but is also talking with Google about making an electric robot car. In typical Silicon Valley fashion, bridges are being jumped at Tesla Motors.
2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 at the Denver Auto Show. Image © 2013 by Don Bain
Mercedes-Benz, Toyota top Harris Poll EQ in automotive brand perception
By Don Bain on
Mercedes-Benz and Toyota received the highest rating for brand perception among 30 automotive brands on the basis of familiarity, quality and intent to buy in the 2013 Harris Poll EquiTrend Brand Equity Index (EQ).
2013 Audi S7 with Leonard Nimoy and Zachary Quinto
Audi uses Spock vs Spock in brilliant marketing of new S7 [video]
By Denis Flierl on
See what happens when Leonard Nimoy takes on Star Trek newbie Zachary Quinto and his all-new Audi S7.
650 hp Hennessey Supercharged 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee HPE650
See what happens when a 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 gets 650 hp
By Denis Flierl on
There is only one performance shop who can come up with a 650 horsepower upgrade for the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8. See who would dare think of doing it.
Chevrolet Code 130R
GM President Mark Reuss has 1 wish for the Chevrolet - a new rear drive sports car
By Patrick Rall on
General Motors North American President Mark Reuss recently stated that his biggest wish for the Chevrolet brand was to offer an affordable, rear wheel drive sports car.
Hertz Ford Mustang Shelby GT350H
Hertz move will mean big take-home pay boost to workers
By John Goreham on
America's largest car owner is moving its headquarters and nearly 1,000 workers to a new location in Florida. What the move will mean to its workers.
2013 Nissan Leaf
Nissan Leaf among safest cars in US, awarded Top Safety Pick by IIHS
By David Herron on
Earning top crash safety ratings from the IIHS, that organization has awarded the 2013 Nissan Leaf with the Top Safety Pick designation.
2014 GMC Sierra 4.3-liter V-6 EcoTec3
How the 2014 GMC Sierra will change performance rules
By Denis Flierl on
When GMC rolls out the all-new 2014 Sierra fill-size pickup it will come with a new class-leading V6 powerplant. Can the new Sierra finally compete with the Ford F-150?
BMW airbag recall
BMW joins massive exploding-airbag recall, adds 42k vehicles
By Anthony Faccenda on
BMW is recalling 42,000 3-Series vehicles due to a passenger front airbag inflator defect.
Chevy Volt Battery Pack
Chevy Volt batteries will finally be built in U.S. as LG Chem opens factory in Michigan
By David Herron on
US based battery production will get a big boost when LG Chem launches commercial production at its plant in Holland Michigan.
Toyota 2013 EV P002
Toyota upgrades EV P002 electric race car for hot electric competition at Pikes Peak
By David Herron on
Competition in the electric class at Pikes Peak is heating up with Toyota seeking to hold their title in the face of multiple competitors.
GM recalls 43k Buick, Chevy hybrids that may catch fire
By Anthony Faccenda on
General Motors is recalling almost 43,000 Chevrolet and Buick eAssist hybrids over a potential fire risk.
Usain Bolt and 2014 Nissan "Bolt Gold" GT-R
Usain Bolt wins gold again with one-off "Bolt Gold" GT-R [video]
By Denis Flierl on
The "fastest man in the world”"Usain Bolt has won gold again and this time he gets to drive the new 2014 Nissan "Bolt Gold" GT-R medal home.
Dubai police force 2013 Chevrolet Camaro SS
Dubai police force adds Chevrolet Camaro SS, Aston Martin One-77
By Patrick Rall on
The Dubai police force has made big news over the past month with new supercar service vehicles and the Chevrolet Camaro SS is among the latest group of new police cars – bringing a touch of American muscle to the police department of one of the richest countries on the planet.
2013 Toyota RAV4
Two reasons RAV4 is fastest selling vehicle in Toyota lineup
By Denis Flierl on
Thanks to two important changes, buyers are purchasing the all-new 2013 Toyota RAV4 at record numbers and they are flying off dealer lots.
Pike Peak Electric Race Car
A veteran driver may win Pikes Peak in a modern electric race car this year
By John Goreham on
A proven winner with decades of experience at Pikes Peak combined with an amazing electric car may be an unbeatable combination. There are two things the team has that may make a win possible.
Next-generation 2016 Audi Q5
How the 2016 Q5 will propel Audi to top status in the world
By Denis Flierl on
When Audi unveils the all-new next generation 2016 Audi Q5, it will help propel the brand to number 1 status in the world. How will the SUV do this?
2014 Chevrolet Silverado High Country
Chevy Silverado High Country joins GM's Luxury truck stable
By John Goreham on
Coming straight at the Ford F-150 King Ranch, the new 2014 Chevrolet Silverado High Country is a shining example of how much luxury swag a pick-up can haul.
2013 Subaru WRX STI Rally car wins Oregon Trail Rally
3 years running 2013 Subaru WRX STI destroys competition
By Denis Flierl on
The 2013 Subaru WRX STI driven by David Higgins and Craig Drew blows away the competition for third straight victory at Oregon Trail Rally. What are they doing to dominate?
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