Automotive News (Page 1033)

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.

Subaru recalls over 50k vehicles that can start on their own

By Anthony Faccenda on March 7, 2013 - 3:22PM

The recall, which affects Subaru Legacy, Impreza, Outback and XV Crosstrek models, is the result of a remote starter malfunction.

Blink and ChargePoint join for electric car charging station sharing

By David Herron on March 7, 2013 - 2:03PM

The two companies will mitigate one of the frustration points of electric car ownership, the necessity to join multiple charging station networks, by creating a sort-of roaming agreement allowing members of each network to use charging stations of the other network.

GM is working on a 200 mile range electric car

GM Keeps Hinting At 200 Mile Electric Car

By Nicolas Zart on March 7, 2013 - 12:19PM

These days, the race to break the 100 mile electric car range barrier is crucial for carmakers. GM is hoping its Envia investment will help it break the 200 mile barrier.

2013 Chevy COPO Camaros go on sale Monday, March 11th to a lucky few

By John Goreham on March 7, 2013 - 11:48AM

The 69 Chevy COPO Camaros that will be factory built will be available to buyers as of Monday. If you didn't get your ballot in by today's deadline, there is one other option.

2014 Hyundai Equus teased ahead of New York debut

By Patrick Rall on March 7, 2013 - 11:33AM

While the ongoing Geneva Motor Show is drawing most of the attention in the automotive world, this first teaser of the 2014 Hyundai Equus reminds us all that the New York International Auto Show – where the new Equus will debut – is only a few weeks away.

2014 Alfa Romeo 4C Launch Edition is exclusive and ready

By Denis Flierl on March 7, 2013 - 8:00AM

The all-new 2014 Alfa Romeo 4C is making its debut at the Geneva International Motor Show and a new exclusive Launch Edition will be available around the globe and here in the U.S.

Honda upgrades rare earth metals recycling from used nickel-metal hybrid car batteries

By David Herron on March 6, 2013 - 5:26PM

Rare earth metal recycling could resolve a geopolitical power headache, and Honda's new process is a big step in that direction.

The high performance BMW Alpina B3 BiTurbo debuts in Geneva

By Patrick Rall on March 6, 2013 - 3:42PM

While it could be some time before we see the new BMW M3 Sedan, the Alpina high performance tuning house used the 2013 Geneva Motor Show to introduce their new B3 BiTurbo Saloon – a 410 horsepower version of the BMW 3 Series that wears the familiar subtle styling cues of the Alpina lineup in great form.

Mitsubishi CA-MiEV Geneva Motor Show courtesy Stuff.TV

Fantastic Alternative Energy Cars That Will Change The Future of Driving

By Nicolas Zart on March 6, 2013 - 3:11PM

The Geneva Motor Show is the best way to see what the international automobile industry is doing. This year, alternative energy takes a big step forward.

Brammo Empulse electric motorcycles approved to race against gas bikes in AFM series

By David Herron on March 6, 2013 - 2:48PM

In a historic move for the electric motorcycle racing, the AFM has approved Brammo's Empulse electric motorcycle line to race for points and championship standing in regular gas bike racing.

The new Audi RS Q3 debuts in Geneva with big power in a small crossover

By Patrick Rall on March 6, 2013 - 1:12PM

While there was once a time where only 2-door coupes were taken seriously as sports models, the Audi RS Q3 that debus this week at the Geneva Motor Show illustrates how well Audi can turn anything into a high performance model by adding big power and a sharpened exterior to their small crossover – resulting in a great looking addition to the RS lineup.

2013 Cadillac ATS designed with foresight for great outward visibility

By John Goreham on March 6, 2013 - 10:26AM

Designers know that the ability to see out is a key consideration in this segment. This is not often discussed by auto enthusiast writers in new car tests, but it is a key buying parameter for savvy buyers.

2013 Subaru BRZ, Toyota GT 86, Scion FR-S

2013 Subaru BRZ vs Toyota GT 86 comparison [video]

By Denis Flierl on March 6, 2013 - 7:55AM

We know that the 2013 Subaru BRZ and Toyota GT 86 are awesome new rear-drive two-door coupes, but which car does CarBuyer UK pick in a head-to-head comparison?

McLaren 12C GT3 approved to race in North America

By Aaron Turpen on March 6, 2013 - 3:52AM

The Pirelli World Challenge Series has confirmed the eligibility of the new McLaren 12C GT3, marking the first time that McLaren has been approved for North American competition in PWC.

Porsche 911 GT3 debuts in its fifth generation at Geneva

By Aaron Turpen on March 6, 2013 - 3:38AM

The 2014 911 GT3 was debuted at the Geneva Motor Show in its new, fifth generation build as a completely redeveloped race-ready street car with a 0-60 of just 3.3 seconds.

Rolls-Royce Wraith. (PRNewsFoto/Rolls-Royce Motor Cars)

The Rolls-Royce Wraith has its world debut in two days [video]

By Don Bain on March 5, 2013 - 8:47PM

When the Geneva Motor Show opens to the public this Thursday, the highlight for many will be the coming out of the Rolls-Royce Wraith, a 600-horsepower luxury performance fastback coupe unlike anything the world has ever seen before.

The US bound Alfa Romeo 4C makes its world debut in Geneva

By Patrick Rall on March 5, 2013 - 5:24PM

The Alfa Romeo 4C will help to reintroduce the Italian brand in US Fiat dealerships soon and today at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show, the compact 4C sports car made its global debut in front of the huge Suisse crowd – even though the company remains fairly tight lipped on the full specifications of the new US-bound Alfa coupe.

Toyota unveiling the iRoad three wheeled electric vehicle concept at Geneva

By David Herron on March 5, 2013 - 3:58PM

Toyota's interesting iRoad concept vehicle, a compact electric three wheeler, on display at the Geneva Motor Show, could change urban traffic patterns when the design is fully baked.

A closer look at the incredible Lamborghini Veneno (New pics, new specs)

By Patrick Rall on March 5, 2013 - 3:08PM

Yesterday we brought you a first look at the new Lamborghini Veneno and today, we have more details and a few new images of the car introduced as the most powerful and best performing road going Lambo of all time.

Ford current and coming CNG/LPG vehicles. Image courtesy of Ford

Ford goes all in for CNG/LPG vehicles

By Don Bain on March 5, 2013 - 2:47PM

Sales of Ford vehicles that run on compressed natural gas or liquid propane gas have set record levels, perhaps because business and commercial customers are tired of the fluctuating price of gas and are seeking some form of relief.

Ferrari F150 no more - Meet the 950hp LaFerrari (Pics and Specs)

By Patrick Rall on March 5, 2013 - 11:50AM

Ferrari has long promised that the Geneva Motor Show would introduce their most powerful supercar ever and this morning, the incredible LaFerrari debuted at the massive Suisse show – serving as the evolutionary successor to the mighty Enzo Ferrari.

Subaru VIZIV Concept with new diesel hybrid AWD system

VIZIV Concept reveals Subaru’s radical Diesel AWD hybrid system

By Denis Flierl on March 5, 2013 - 8:05AM

When Subaru unveils the new VIZIV Concept in Geneva, it will reveal their new Diesel hybrid system and radical new AWD system that reveals the future direction of the brand.

2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible

2014 Corvette Stingray Convertible revealed to have a surprise top

By John Goreham on March 5, 2013 - 7:53AM

The new 2014 Corvette Stingray Convertible is revealed by GM at the Geneva auto show and it has a top design we didn't see coming.

Research shows that smoking pot affects drivers weeks after last use

By Anthony Faccenda on March 4, 2013 - 9:54PM

The study is the first of its kind to study the effects of marijuana on driving up to one month after the smoker's last use of the drug.

Volkswagen Golf European Car of the Year award

Volkswagen Golf wins Europe's Car of the Year award in decisive fashion

By Anthony Faccenda on March 4, 2013 - 7:28PM

This is the second time the Volkswagen Golf has won the European Car of the Year Award, and third occasion that a Volkswagen model has received the honor.

Audi releases more A3 e-tron details ahead of Geneva Motor Show

By David Herron on March 4, 2013 - 4:32PM

Audi's latest e-tron, the A3 sportback e-tron, is a plug-in hybrid with 156.81 miles/gallon fuel efficiency, demonstrating what Audi believes is the future of mobility.

BMW i3 Concept Coupe comes with a unique idea

By John Goreham on March 4, 2013 - 3:48PM

BMW has studied EVs very closely for many years and uncovered some surprising EV habits regarding charging. BMW also has a unique idea about how to handle long trips if you are EV owner.

Tesla Motors delays yearly 10-K SEC filing, investors yawn

By David Herron on March 4, 2013 - 3:17PM

When a company misses deadlines to file financial reports it's a big red flag, but when Tesla failed to file it's fiscal year 2012 SEC report the investors yawned and sent the stock price up 2.4%.

2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible rear

New 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray pictures reveal the interior, back end

By Patrick Rall on March 4, 2013 - 2:21PM

This weekend we got our first good look at the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible from the front and today we get three more shots of the new drop top C7 – this time showing us the car from a high rear angle along with a close up of the tonneau and the interior.

Introducing the most powerful Lamborghini ever: the Veneno LP740-4 (pics from all sides)

By Patrick Rall on March 4, 2013 - 11:14AM

You are looking at the most powerful Lamborghini to ever meet a production schedule…a supercar designed to celebrate the Italian automaker’s 50th anniversary – with the striking new Lamborghini Veneno LP740-4 slated to make its formal debut tomorrow at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show.

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