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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.

ChargePoint's new charging station should accelerate electric car charging infrastructure build-out

By David Herron on July 19, 2013 - 6:46PM EDT

The new CT4000 series of charging stations from ChargePoint offer more flexibility of deployment, lower installation costs, and a color LCD screen with which charging station owners can display videos.

2014 Subaru WRX STI back on table for UK

By Denis Flierl on July 19, 2013 - 6:14PM EDT

The next-generation 2014 Subaru WRX STI that was axed for the UK market is back on the table and Subaru is reevaluating their decision. Or is this a shrewd marketing move by Subaru?

Ford Police Interceptor with new Surveillance Mode. Image courtesy of Ford

New Ford Police Interceptor technology to protect Boys in Blue [video]

By Don Bain on July 19, 2013 - 3:45PM EDT

Ford is adding new technology to its Police Interceptors to raise security levels for constables working in squad cars – especially late at night – removing the threat of surreptitious approach from behind.

A Screenshot of the 2014 Lexus IS350 build page

Build your 2014 Lexis IS online now

By Patrick Rall on July 19, 2013 - 3:19PM EDT

The redesigned 2014 Lexus IS will help to shake up the compact luxury sedan segment with its aggressive design, plush interior and exhilarating drive attributes and those folks eagerly waiting to put one of these new Lexus sedans in their garage can build them online now – as the company has launched the build page for the 2014 IS lineup.

The Italians are coming: 2014 Fiat 500L storms beach in California

By Denis Flierl on July 19, 2013 - 2:18PM EDT

The Italians continue to invade the U.S. and now they’ve reached the West Coast with the first 2014 Fiat 500L and 500L Trekking.

Honda reveals 2015 MPV ahead of world debut in Indonesia

By Denis Flierl on July 19, 2013 - 11:59AM EDT

Honda has released a new sketch of the all-new 2015 MPV that will make its world debut in Indonesia. It will compete in the biggest category in the Indonesian automobile market.

2013 Honda Accord recalled over flaming fuel tanks

By Anthony Faccenda on July 19, 2013 - 10:25AM EDT

Honda is recalling certain 2013 Honda Accord vehicles due to a fuel tank issue, which may lead to fires.

2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray C7 competes with Europe's supercars

By Denis Flierl on July 19, 2013 - 9:53AM EDT

As the new 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray C7 goes global, it’s making its first European live experience available for fans as it takes on Europe’s finest supercars.

Subaru sheds 'boy racer' image with safest drivers in the UK

By Denis Flierl on July 19, 2013 - 7:26AM EDT

Subaru Impreza owners and the Subaru brand in general have the safest drivers according to an independent research group in the UK.

Rumor is that the Range Rover Evoque Convertible will go into production

By Aaron Turpen on July 19, 2013 - 2:36AM EDT

What Car? has confirmed that Range Rover plans to take the Evoque Convertible to production. Find out when the hot 2012 concept will hit showrooms.

Nissan settles class action lawsuit in battery capacity loss case

By David Herron on July 18, 2013 - 9:14PM EDT

Nissan Leaf owners facing battery capacity loss stand to gain some relief thanks to a class action lawsuit settlement in which Nissan will extend the battery warranty to cover this condition.

GM developer API forshadow's smart dashboards in future cars

By David Herron on July 18, 2013 - 8:08PM EDT

Just as smart phone apps turned the lowly cellphone into a mobile computing device with a telephony app built-in, future smart car dashboards could turn the car into a mobile computing device, with driving capabilities built-in.

Tesla opens Supercharger network for Vancouver/Seattle/Portland corridor

By David Herron on July 18, 2013 - 7:11PM EDT

Tesla Superchargers have expanded into new territory as Tesla begins to spread the network beyond the SF-LA and Washington-Boston corridors.

Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee Chris Rock

Jerry Seinfeld and Chris Rock nabbed for speeding in latest CiCGC episode

By Anthony Faccenda on July 18, 2013 - 5:28PM EDT

In a first for Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee, Jerry Seinfeld was pulled over for speeding in a classic Lamborghini Miura while filming the newest episode with comedian Chris Rock.

Ford sued because infotainment system is an 'unmitigated disaster'

By Anthony Faccenda on July 18, 2013 - 3:11PM EDT

A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Ford Motor Co. claiming that the MyFord Touch and MyLincoln infotainment systems are defective.

Liam Doran Returns as Global RallyCross Heads to Bristol

By Patrick Rall on July 18, 2013 - 2:59PM EDT

The fifth race of the 2013 Global RallyCross season will take place this Saturday in Bristol Tennessee and after missing the New Hampshire race last week, series front runner Liam Doran will make his America rally debut in the Mini race car that did so well in Munich.

Steve McQueen's last personal vehicle up for auction

By Aaron Turpen on July 18, 2013 - 2:47PM EDT

Surprisingly, the last vehicle iconic actor Steve McQueen owned and rode in was a pickup truck - and a beauty at that. It's now going to the auction block.

2014 Jeep Cherokee uses soy based materials in a move towards green manufacturing

By John Goreham on July 18, 2013 - 2:39PM EDT

The new Cherokee will use an acoustic foam made from plants rather than petroleum. It has some surprising other benefits as well.

Ford to Introduce Next Generation Mustang with Limited Edition 2014 1/2 Models

By Patrick Rall on July 18, 2013 - 1:02PM EDT

The next generation Ford Mustang is expected to arrive in full force for the 2015 model year but the word from Mustangs Daily is that the first examples of the new S550 Mustang platform will be introduced as a unique 2014 ½ model year Mustang – with just 1,000 examples of the 50th anniversary pony car built ahead of the full 2015 model year.

World’s fastest lawnmower: Honda’s fire breathing 130mph Mean Mower

By Denis Flierl on July 18, 2013 - 7:34AM EDT

Honda is all about innovation and pushing boundaries, but how about building the fastest lawn tractor in the world at 130 mph?

Chrysler recalls all-new Ram 1500 pickups over dangerous computer glitch

By Anthony Faccenda on July 17, 2013 - 4:44PM EDT

Chrysler is recalling certain 2013 Ram 1500 pickups due to a software issue that affects the vehicle’s Electronic Stability Control system.

The 2014 Lexus IS F-Sport (prototype) Photo © 2013 by Don Bain

Rendering 2014 Lexus IS F-Sport could win free yearlong lease

By Don Bain on July 17, 2013 - 4:02PM EDT

Lexus has issued a call to artists to use their pencils, paints or pixels to render an image of the 2014 Lexus IS F-Sport for the chance to win one of 25 prizes, including a complimentary lease of a new Lexus IS for one year.

The 2014 Lexus IS350 F Sport on a road course

New Lexus RC350 Sports Coupe Coming to Tokyo

By Patrick Rall on July 17, 2013 - 3:39PM EDT

Word on the street is that the Tokyo Motor Show in November will play host to the introduction of the Lexus RC 350 – a new sports coupe based on the same platform as the new Lexus IS that should lead up to a high performance RC F package and maybe even a hybrid option in the near future.

New study highlights switch to smaller engines despite growing consumer concern

By John Goreham on July 17, 2013 - 1:52PM EDT

A new study shows just how quickly automakers are moving to small engines. However, there is growing evidence that in the real world the fuel economy of these engines is not living up to promises.

The 2014 Mercedes Benz S63 AMG 4Matic Offers Supercar Performance in a Large Sedan

By Patrick Rall on July 17, 2013 - 11:58AM EDT

The official specs of the new range topping 2014 Mercedes Benz S63 AMG have been announced and in addition to the new high tech 4Matic all wheel drive system – the newest Mercedes super sedan gets an increase in horsepower and torque along with a reduction in weight that helps it to turn out supercar-like performance numbers.

2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray attempts to compete globally [video]

By Denis Flierl on July 17, 2013 - 7:58AM EDT

The first 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray C7 has arrived in Europe for testing and has been developed to be a global sports car. Can it compete with Europe’s supercars?

2013 Ford C-MAX Energi. Photo © 2013 by Don Bain

Ford selling 4 times as many vehicles like C-MAX

By Don Bain on July 16, 2013 - 7:00PM EDT

Ford has increased its share of the electrified vehicle market to almost 16 percent during the first half of 2013, a 12-point gain over last year, lead by hybrids like the C-MAX Energi.

Maserati Ghibli Pricing Announced at Goodwood

By Patrick Rall on July 16, 2013 - 4:54PM EDT

The new Maserati Ghibli made its racing debut this past weekend at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in the United Kingdom but the biggest news for lovers of high performance Italian luxury sports cars was the first bit of pricing information for the new Ghibli across all three forms that will be sold in the UK – numbers on which we can base some guesses at what American Ghibli buyers can expect to pay.

Fousts Last Lap Spin Gives Heikkinen New Hampshire Global RallyCross Win

By Patrick Rall on July 16, 2013 - 2:27PM EDT

Tanner Foust was a dominant force at this past weekend’s Global RallyCross event in New Hampshire in both his heat race and the final run for the win but a rare accident on the last lap in the last turn gave Toomas “Topi” Heikkinen his second straight GRC win – and a powerful lead in the 2013 championship standings.

2014 Nissan Leaf has mild upgrade, joins Nissans regular product cycle

By David Herron on July 16, 2013 - 2:01PM EDT

The 2014 Nissan Leaf is getting a few modest changes, the most important of which is being released as part of Nissan's regular product cycle.

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