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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.

BMW Hackathon
BMW hosting Hackathon with AT&T and Tendril
By Aaron Turpen on
Aimed at the intersection of electric vehicles, the connected home, and mobility, the Hackathon began yesterday and runs through the weekend.
2014 Subaru Forester
Subaru launches all-new global 2014 Subaru Forester in Japan
By Denis Flierl on
The all-new 2014 Subaru Forester was launched in Japan this week and made its world premiere with a must-see new video.
2013 Porsche Cayenne Diesel
Porsche Cayenne Diesel honored for innovation and efficiency
By Denis Flierl on
The 2013 Porsche Cayenne is offered with a new V6 diesel here in the U.S. and has been given an award from Popular Science for its innovation and efficiency.
LA Auto Show Design Challenge Examines Future Law Enforcement Vehicles. (PRNewsF
The 2012 LAAS Design Challenge envisions future Highway Patrol vehicles
By Don Bain on
The 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show Design Challenge has prompted participating auto manufacturers to envision the Highway Patrol vehicles used to interdict offenders in the near future, when cars may be autonomous and many alternative fuels may be in use.
The 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth
The 2013 Fiat 500 Abarth Cabrio to debut at the 2012 LA Auto Show (Video)
By Patrick Rall on
Earlier today, the Fiat USA YouTube account posted a new video showing the 2013 Fiat 500 Abarth Cabrio (convertible) being put to the test by a pair of Ferrari racers while also confirming that this open air high performance 500 will make its debut later this month at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show.
2013 Fiat 500e
The first images of the 2013 Fiat 500 Electric surface
By Patrick Rall on
The folks at the Chrysler Group released the first two official images of the upcoming 2013 Fiat 500e – the all electric subcompact set for an LA Auto Show debut that will allow Chrysler to keep up with the likes of the Chevrolet Spark EV and the Ford Focus Electric.
Ford' EV+ promises greater fuel economy
Ford’s EV+ Means Better Fuel Economy
By Nicolas Zart on
Maximizing fuel economy with plug-in hybrids and even simple hybrids is the next step before newer hybrid technologies are introduced. In the meantime, Ford has an ingenious EV+ solution.
The 2012 Ford Fiesta ST Concept
Details emerge on the high performance 2014 Ford Fiesta ST
By Patrick Rall on
The Ford Fiesta ST has shown itself as a concept at various motor shows over the past year but some details about the upcoming production version have surfaced – indicating that this sporty subcompact hatchback should be a ton of fun to drive when it arrives next year.
Formula E
McLaren jump-starting Formula E series with 42 all electric race cars
By David Herron on
The Formula E electric race car series, due to launch in 2014, has announced a deal with sports car maker McLaren is to provide all electric Formula style electric race cars for teams to race.
GM pledges 500,000 alternative energy vehicles by 2017
500K Electric and Plug-In Hybrids From GM
By Nicolas Zart on
Can GM produce 500,000 electric and plug-in hybrid cars by 2017? The company seems to think it can.
James Bond Skyfall Honda
Honda donates Skyfall motorcycle and Peugeot gives up trademark
By Aaron Turpen on
The BBC Children in Need annual fundraiser has garnered donations from Honda, including the motorcycle used in the new James Bond film Skyfall. For their part, Peugeot has given the very symbol of their venerable company: the lion.
Mercedes-Benz Ener-G-Force Concept
Ener-G-Force reveals future Mercedes-Benz off-road design
By Denis Flierl on
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class icon has been transformed into the Ener-G-Force concept police car of 2025, and gives a glimpse of future Mercedes-Benz off-road vehicles.
2013 Chevy Spark EV
Chevy Spark EV to be a fast driving and fast charging electric car
By David Herron on
The 2014 Chevy Spark EV, to be unveiled at the LA Auto Show, is shaping up to be a very fast electric car, that will be the first to support the SAE DC Fast Charging system, which will give it a 20 minute recharge time.
Chevy Volt / ABB Energy Storage Inverter system
GM and ABB demonstrate a second life for used Chevy Volt battery packs
By David Herron on
Electric car battery packs can still store and release electricity. GM and ABB demonstrated this week a community energy storage system using Chevy Volt battery packs.
2013 Toyota RAV4 teaser
2013 Toyota RAV4 teaser released ahead of world premiere [video]
By Denis Flierl on
The all-new fourth-generation 2013 Toyota RAV4 is set to make its world premiere in LA and Toyota has released a teaser video to give us a preview.
Lotus Evora The Host
Chrome Lotus Evora showcased in new trailer for Stephenie Meyer's 'The Host'
By Anthony Faccenda on
The Evora's inclusion in the upcoming film marks the vehicle's first appearance in a major US film.
Mini Stuffing
A new Mini record set as 28 gymnasts cram into one tiny car
By Aaron Turpen on
Seeing the new Guinness World Record being set by these participants using not only a classic Mini, but also a new 2012 Mini will give you new respect for clowns.
Fisker Atlantic
Fisker opening technical center to aid finalizing Atlantic's design
By David Herron on
To facilitate finalizing the Fisker Atlantic design before production, Fisker Automotive is planning to open a technical center enabling work with components suppliers and others.
2013 Lamborghini Aventador Roadster
2013 Lamborghini Aventador Roadster priced from $445,300 in the US
By Patrick Rall on
When the awesome new 2013 Lamborghini Aventador Roadster was unveiled earlier this week, the Italian supercar builder announced that this new open air supercar would carry a European price of 300,000 Euros but we know now that American buyers will be paying a bit more for the right to drive the Aventador Roadster on US roads.
2014 Chevrolet Corvette
2014 Corvette design will focus on aerodynamics
By John Goreham on
The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette will enter its seventh generation officially in two months when it is revealed on January 13th.
Noteworthy design entries for the 2012 LA Auto Show
What To Expect From the Los Angeles Auto Show
By Nicolas Zart on
The Los Angeles Auto Show is a great shows that marries enough mainstream cars and off-shoot local innovations. What can you expect to see and hear about this year at the car show?
CODA Branches out into Energy Management
CODA Energy Teams up with Stem For A Smart Energy Optimization System
By Nicolas Zart on
CODA is starting to stretch its arms and establish itself as not only an electric car leader, but an energy group. What does this mean for the carmaker?
The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette under a cover
GM teases the C7 in the newest 2014 Chevrolet Corvette video
By Patrick Rall on
Early this morning, the folks at General Motors issued the newest official video of the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette and while this new video should be enough to get your blood pumping as we all eagerly await the debut of the C7 Corvette – GM’s new video still doesn’t offer a look at the actual car.
2013 VW Beetle "Exclusive"
VW Beetle and Beetle Cabriolet get "Exclusive" features
By Denis Flierl on
The new 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is getting some “Exclusive” features that are available on the Beetle and Beetle Cabriolet range.
Uma Thurman BMW
Uma Thurman and BMW i8 Roadster vie for camera attention at BMW's 'Born Electric' event
By Anthony Faccenda on
Thurman not only served as guest of honor at BMW's kickoff event, but also managed to test drive the concept vehicle.
Lit Motors
Disruptive transportation technology a topic at VERGE SF 2012
By David Herron on
One thing the technology industry does is disrupt existing business models, replacing them with more efficient technology-driven business models, so how might that play out in the transportation field?
GM airbag recall
GM recalls 2012 Buick Verano, Chevy Sonic and Cruze vehicles over airbag defect
By Anthony Faccenda on
According to GM, the recall was issued due to a driver side frontal airbag problem, which may result in airbag deployment failure.


Soladiesel
Algae based biodiesel now on sale in SF Bay Area gas stations
By David Herron on
Solazyme's algae based biodiesel is being sold through Propel Fuels stations in the SF Bay Area.
The US made Toyota Venza
Venzas made in the US by Toyota head overseas
By John Goreham on
Toyota Motor Corporation continues its insourcing here in the US.
2013 Cadillac XTS
GM recalls 2013 Cadillac XTS over head rest problem
By Patrick Rall on
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration has announced that General Motors is recalling a large group of the new 2013 Cadillac XTS due to a problem with the rear seating position headrests failing to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
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