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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.

Nissan Leaf brigade preparing for testing

Nissan Leaf owners stage massive test to prove battery aging case

By Aaron Turpen on September 21, 2012 - 12:27AM

To protest Nissan's lack of meaningful response to battery lifespan issues, Leaf owners in Arizona have banded together in one of the largest EV tests of its kind to prove that the Leaf's batteries are, indeed, aging prematurely and losing effectiveness before their time.

Brandon Miller at the Bonneville Salt Flats

Electric Cowboy's 102 miles/hr electric motorcycle land speed record

By David Herron on September 20, 2012 - 9:57PM

Brandon Nozaki Miller, riding a modified Zero Motorcycles made Zero S ZF6 electric motorcycle, sets a new land speed record for lightweight electric motorcycles.

Chrysler trademarks new names including Chrysler 100, Ram ProMaster and 8 Mile

By Patrick Rall on September 20, 2012 - 9:49PM

The Mopar superfans over all Allpar have dug up an interesting handful of new trademarks applied for by the Chrysler Group that offers some insight into some upcoming models – as well as also raising some interesting questions about what is to come.

Unique 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 created for life-changing cause

By Denis Flierl on September 20, 2012 - 7:00PM

A very special one-of-a-kind 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 will be auctioned off this Saturday to benefit the Henry Ford Health System.

Chrysler plant shut down after employee kills co-worker, then commits suicide

By Anthony Faccenda on September 20, 2012 - 12:43PM

The horrific crime took place around 8 a.m. this morning at Chrysler's Jefferson North plant in Detroit

Porsche 918 Spyder runs faster than expected Nurburgring time

By Denis Flierl on September 20, 2012 - 7:26AM

The 2014 Porsche 918 Spyder had a developmental goal of running a lap time of less than 7:22 at the Nuburgring and they blew that away this week.

Teens are learning distracted driving habits from their parents

By Aaron Turpen on September 20, 2012 - 2:12AM

Teenage drivers, no survivors.. Turns out, teenagers learn most of their bad habits from their parents. So that kid you think is completely ignoring you? She's secretly memorizing your every move to copy later, says a survey from SADD.

Porsche 918 Spyder brochure leaked - 800 HP, 78 MPG

By Aaron Turpen on September 20, 2012 - 1:55AM

The new definition of supercar may be had with the Porsche 918 Spyder hybrid. At 800 horsepower, it's one of the most powerful street legal cars on the planet, but at 78 miles per gallon, it may also be one of the most efficient as well.

The 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee at the 2012 4XFall Photo © 2012 by Roman Mica

Working Mother names Chrysler among 100 Best Companies

By Don Bain on September 20, 2012 - 1:31AM

For the 13th time Working Mother magazine has named Chrysler Group LLC as one of the "100 Best Companies for Working Mothers," underscoring the firm’s commitment to diversity and support of women in the workforce.

Pedestrians, bicyclists and cars must share the streets more equitably

BMW's 'UR:BAN' project developing grid lock easing technology

By David Herron on September 20, 2012 - 12:22AM

The automobile is so successful urban highways are choking on the crushing load of cars, but a BMW research project is looking into integrating computer technology to help drivers manage urban driving, and ease traffic congestion.

FedEx and Nissan expanding e-NV200 electric cargo van pilot program

By David Herron on September 19, 2012 - 8:18PM

FedEx has been testing Nissan's futuristic e-NV200 electric cargo van since December 2011, and the pilot program is expanding globally ahead of the e-NV200's production launch in 2013.

Study: Burgers pollute more than diesel trucks

By Anthony Faccenda on September 19, 2012 - 6:28PM

An interesting study from the University of California, Riverside might make some you reconsider your views on pollution.

The 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 Super Snake Coupe

Introducing the 850hp 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 Super Snake

By Patrick Rall on September 19, 2012 - 12:39PM

The folks at Shelby American have just announced the details for the 203 Ford Shelby GT500 Super Snake – an extreme performance version of the production Shelby GT500 Mustang – with the new Super Snake being the most powerful Shelby Mustang production model ever offered.

2013 SRT Viper dealer allocation to be more exclusive than expected

By Patrick Rall on September 19, 2012 - 10:53AM

TorqueNews reported a few weeks ago that when the 2013 SRT Viper begins hitting dealers, only 1 in 5 American Chrysler Group dealerships will earn the right to sell the new supercar but new information indicates that the number will actually be much lower – with as few as 100 of the 2,300 US dealerships offering the new Viper.

Volvo launches capable 2013 V40 Cross Country all-roader

By Denis Flierl on September 19, 2012 - 8:04AM

Volvo is launching the all-new 2013 V40 Cross Country that offers all-wheel-drive for rugged adventure.

2013 Aston Martin DB9 gets significant performance enhancements

By Denis Flierl on September 18, 2012 - 9:10PM

The all-new 2013 Aston Martin DB9 gets more horsepower and some significant performance enhancements.

Hyundai partners with "Gangnam Style" rapper PSY

By Anthony Faccenda on September 18, 2012 - 8:41PM

Hyundai has launched a Facebook ad featuring the South Korean-born rapper with a Hyundai Equus.

Lamborghini Gallardo recalled for power steering fire risks

By Patrick Rall on September 18, 2012 - 8:05PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced a recall of the 2004 through 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo Coupe and Spyder (convertible) models over a concern that one of the power steering lines could leak – increasing the chances of a fire if the problem is left unattended and showing that even the world’s most well built vehicles are not immune to the recall bug.

The new McLaren P1 supercar debuts ahead of the Paris Motor Show debut

By Patrick Rall on September 18, 2012 - 5:44PM

We have known for some time that McLaren would use the 2012 Paris Motor Show to debut a next generation supercar and yesterday, images and early information on the McLaren P1 supercar hit the internet with the full information likely to arrive when the car debuts later this month in Paris.

Cadillac's new bumpers avoid contact and raise an interesting question

By John Goreham on September 18, 2012 - 4:12PM

With new bumpers that sense low speed contact will drivers start to rely on the car to stop itself?

The nose of the 2013 SRT Viper GTS Launch Edition

New, more complete details on the 2013 SRT Viper revealed

By Patrick Rall on September 18, 2012 - 2:25PM

The 2013 SRT Viper is within a few months of entering the first phase of production but the newest (and possibly the most complete) details on the new Mopar supercar have come to us via the devout Chrysler Group enthusiasts at Allpar.com – including more details on the color choices, interior options and package details.

2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid leaps past the competition in fuel economy

By John Goreham on September 18, 2012 - 1:12PM

The 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid will offer an insane 47 mpg. Here’s how they did it.

New Lexus LF-CC video previews 2014 IS coupe

By Denis Flierl on September 18, 2012 - 8:03AM

The Lexus LF-CC concept car has been completely revealed in a new video and gives us the best look yet at a preview of the 2014 Lexus IS coupe.

A look at the top fuel economy compact sedans

Official: 2013 Dodge Dart Aero offers 41mpg

By Patrick Rall on September 17, 2012 - 10:54PM

While there were skeptics out there who questioned whether the Chrysler Group would be able to offer a version of their new compact Dodge Dart that yields better than 40 miles per gallon – official information on the government fuel economy website reveals that both the manual and automatic versions of the 2013 Dodge Dart Aero offer at least 40 miles per gallon.

Federal Government denies GM request to sell off ownership

By Patrick Rall on September 17, 2012 - 9:38PM

According to multiple sources, the United States Treasury Department has declined a plan by General Motors which would relieve the federal government of its portion of the American automaker that was gained via the “bailout loans” through GM’s Initial Public Offering (IPO).

Cadillac to auction off first production 2013 ATS for charity

By Anthony Faccenda on September 17, 2012 - 6:51PM

The 2013 ATS will be auctioned at Barrett-Jackson's upcoming Las Vegas auction to benefit Duchenne muscular dystrophy research.

Feds expand Hyundai Elantra "severed ear" air bag probe

By Anthony Faccenda on September 17, 2012 - 6:01PM

The NHTSA has just expanded its investigation of 2012 Elantra models to also include 2011 and 2013 vehicles.

Honda spotlights how low the cost of ownership of hybrids really is with the 2013 Insight

By John Goreham on September 17, 2012 - 4:59PM

The cost to own a fuel sipper has never been better and Honda's 2012 Cost of Ownership award from KBB shows how amazingly low it can be.

2014 Chevrolet Impala features new fuel saving technology

By John Goreham on September 17, 2012 - 10:55AM

GM is looking to the valves to save one more mpg in its 2014 Chevy Impala.

Toyota/Audi hybrid race cars win 1st & 2nd at 6 Hours of Sao Paulo endurance race

By David Herron on September 17, 2012 - 10:25AM

Toyota's TS030 hybrid race car made a convincing win in the 6 Hours of Sao Paulo, joining Audi's R18 e-tron quattro hybrid race car as 2012's top dawgs in endurance car racing.

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