Automotive News (Page 1026)

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.

How to save up to $5,000 on a new 2014 Mercedes C-Class

By Denis Flierl on August 27, 2013 - 7:00AM EDT

Mercedes is offering a great deal for frequent fliers to save up to $5,000 on a new 2014 C-Class, CL-Class, CLS, E-Class, G-Class, GL, GLK, M-Class, S-Class, SL, SLK, and SLS AMG cars.

Tesla to be called Tuosule in China thanks to trademark squatters

By David Herron on August 26, 2013 - 6:16PM EDT

Because the name Tesla has already been registered as a trademark in China, Tesla Motors may have to operate under a different name in China.

2014 Chevrolet Silverado Becomes the Official Truck of University of Texas

By Patrick Rall on August 26, 2013 - 5:20PM EDT

General Motors (NYSE: GM) announced this morning a new multi-year marketing partnership with the University of Texas to make the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado the official truck of the Longhorns – a move that will provide the school with vehicles while providing the new Silverado with exposure to one of the most critical truck markets in the US.

2014 BMW M4 to Debut in Detroit without a Manual Transmission

By Patrick Rall on August 26, 2013 - 2:24PM EDT

While BMW used the recent Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance to show off the new M4 Concept Coupe, word on the street is that the North American International Auto Show next January will bring us the introduction of the 2014 BMW M4 in production form – and it might not have a manual transmission.

Fisker CEO Tony Posawatz Steps Down

By Patrick Rall on August 26, 2013 - 1:25PM EDT

Unverified reports are claiming that Fisker Automotive CEO Tony Posawatz has stepped down from his position atop the dying automaker – leaving co-founder Bernhard Koehler to captain the ship as they desperately look for “investors” to keep the company afloat.

Ford Motor Company Announces New Boss for the Middle East and Africa

By Patrick Rall on August 26, 2013 - 11:48AM EDT

Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) announced this morning that the company is creating a new managerial position to oversee their operations in the Middle East and Africa - and company veteran Jim Benintende is the man who has been chosen to fill that role.

The best 5 places to spot a Nissan Leaf

By John Goreham on August 26, 2013 - 11:23AM EDT

As summer ends, and the fall begins, it turns out that the best place to watch (Nissan) Leafs is the left coast. Like foliage, the Leafs are in clusters.

General Motors Returns to Advertising Mix for Super Bowl XLVIII

By Patrick Rall on August 26, 2013 - 10:23AM EDT

After sitting out of the big money advertising race for this year’s Super Bowl, General Motors (NYSE: GM) has announced a purchase of advertising time during Super Bowl XLVIII that will be played on February 2nd 2014.

Subaru working on new seven-seat SUV crossover to replace Tribeca

By Denis Flierl on August 26, 2013 - 8:05AM EDT

Subaru is working on a new seven-seat SUV/crossover to replace the Tribeca that could arrive within three years.

3 reasons why the 2015 Mercedes GLA will fly out of showrooms

By Denis Flierl on August 26, 2013 - 6:35AM EDT

The all-new 2015 GLA-Class from Mercedes-Benz will make its global premiere in Frankfurt in September and is available online now. How will it compete with the BMW X1, Audi Q3 and the Range Rover Evoque?

NYC's Taxi of Tomorrow enters production in Mexico

By Aaron Turpen on August 25, 2013 - 11:56PM EDT

The winner of New York City's "Taxi of Tomorrow" competition has now begun production at Nissan's commercial vehicle plant in Mexico.

Paul Scott, founding member Plug-in America

Paul Scott predicts electric car tipping point in 2017 at EV Summit 2013

By David Herron on August 25, 2013 - 8:48PM EDT

Speaking before a crowd of electric car owners gathering in Silicon Valley, long-time EV activist turned Nissan Leaf salesman Paul Scott talked about the big strides being made in electric vehicle adoption, and the coming tipping point.

Nissan ZEOD RC gets gamer nerd as official test driver

By Aaron Turpen on August 25, 2013 - 4:24PM EDT

Nissan's first "gamer-to-racer", Lucas Ordonez, has been made the official test driver for the ZEOD RC electric Formula One car program. Ordonez was the 2008 winner of the first ever Nissan PlayStation GT Academy competition.

1955 Mercedes-Benz 300SL and 2014 SLS AMG Black Series Coupe

Mercedes-Benz at its finest past and present 300SL and SLS

By Denis Flierl on August 25, 2013 - 7:09AM EDT

The 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300SL and 2014 SLS AMG Black Series Coupe are two of the finest cars on the planet and are together at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance.

2014 Mercedes-Benz A 45 AMG, CLA 45 AMG, the C 63 AMG Coupe Black Series, the SL 65 AMG, and the SLS AMG Coupe Black Series

Mercedes uses CLA 45 AMG to appeal to young buyers with PlayStation

By Denis Flierl on August 24, 2013 - 8:37AM EDT

Mercedes-Benz will introduce the 2014 A 45 AMG, 2014 CLA 45 AMG, C 63 AMG Coupe Black Series, the SL 65 AMG, and the SLS AMG Coupe Black Series to a younger generation of buyers through PlayStation.

Mopar delivers baby items to families in need

By Aaron Turpen on August 24, 2013 - 12:23AM EDT

Mopar employees arrived at a local donation and distribution center for the needy in Southeastern Michigan with trucks filled with baby items and a donation check.

2014 Subaru BRZ gets small price increase and new smartphone

By Denis Flierl on August 23, 2013 - 10:55PM EDT

The 2014 Subaru BRZ pricing has been announced and the sport coupe gets a small price increase and a few equipment changes.

Brenspeed Boss 302 Mustang Package Packs 715 Supercharged Horsepower

By Patrick Rall on August 23, 2013 - 10:17PM EDT

While the Ford Mustang GT and the Shelby GT500 both have a seemingly endless lineup of companies offering packages with big power gains, the awesome Boss 302 Mustang has gone relatively unmentioned - with the exception of the incredible Brenspeed Boss 302 package that brings the output of this race-ready pony car up to 715 horsepower.

Tesla assembly facility in Tilburg Netherlands

Tesla opens European assembly facility, delivers Model S's to Dutch customers

By David Herron on August 23, 2013 - 8:36PM EDT

Tesla Motors is now delivering the Model S in Europe, and has set up the promised assembly and distribution center in the Netherlands.

Watch the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Make a Dyno Run

By Patrick Rall on August 23, 2013 - 7:06PM EDT

The folks from Edmunds recently took the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray to a dynamometer to see just how much power the new C7 puts to the ground and the results are impressive – with an average of 411 horsepower and 407lb-ft of torque across four runs on the dyno.

2014 Mercedes E63 AMG Wagon best driver's car on the planet?

By Denis Flierl on August 23, 2013 - 2:30PM EDT

Two Mercedes automobiles made Motor Trends “Best Driver's Car” list, the 2014 SLS AMG Black Series and a surprise 2014 E63 AMG S-Model Wagon.

2014 Lexus GX 460 pricing makes it hard to ignore for shoppers of Range Rover or Escalade

By John Goreham on August 23, 2013 - 2:26PM EDT

Lexus has slashed prices for its largest vehicle. Those looking for the most luxurious large vehicle for on and off road, as well as towing now have a very hard choice to make.

NHTSA Investigating 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee for Interior Fires

By Patrick Rall on August 23, 2013 - 12:32PM EDT

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched an investigation of the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee after receiving several complaints that the headliner suddenly caught fire while the vehicle was being driven.

2013 Subaru WRX STI Rally Cross is high pressure art

By Denis Flierl on August 23, 2013 - 11:44AM EDT

The Subaru PUMA RallyCross Team not only needs a properly prepare 2013 WRX STI race car, but drivers who can handle the high pressure art of Rally Cross.

Infiniti can get you into Formula One

By Aaron Turpen on August 23, 2013 - 2:11AM EDT

Infiniti has a program that gives graduate students a chance to work in Formula One.. if you have what it takes.

Elon Musk: Our stock price is obviously far too high

By David Herron on August 22, 2013 - 5:42PM EDT

Tesla Motors' stock (TSLA) is caught in a wave of hype, leaving Tesla CEO Elon Musk grasping for the best way to describe the company's sky high valuation.

NHTSA says Tesla's 5.4 star crash test rating innacurate

By David Herron on August 22, 2013 - 4:10PM EDT

Following Tesla's claim to have built the safest car ever, the NHTSA says there are no crash test results scores above 5.4 stars, and that the Tesla Model S simply scored the maximum safety rating.

GM offering wireless charging in 2014 models

By Aaron Turpen on August 22, 2013 - 2:08PM EDT

If you are ready to go completely wireless in 2014, then General Motors has you covered.

BMW may beat Tesla to the electrified luxury crossover market

By John Goreham on August 22, 2013 - 12:24PM EDT

BMW's new Concept X5 eDrive may be the first plug-in electrified luxury crossover. If BMW can produce the car before the Tesla Model X it will jump ahead of Lexus in the green luxury SUV market.

First Official 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible Images Hit the Web

By Patrick Rall on August 22, 2013 - 11:46AM EDT

Although the vast majority of automotive enthusiasts in the US have already seen pictures, General Motors issued the first official pictures of the new droptop muscle car which is scheduled to make its public debut at the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show.

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