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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.

A map showing the area where the Morning Spruce lost power
First shipment of 2014 Hyundai Equus sedans stranded at sea for days
By Patrick Rall on
The lightly refreshed 2014 Hyundai Equus super sedan is expected to reach US shores soon but an engine problem with the freight ship carrying the first batch has left the high end luxury sedans stuck at sea while the crew scrambles to fix the problem – with this drama at sea extending into its second week.
Rollover Crash
A new test may save you from a vehicle rollover injury
By John Goreham on
IIHS tests vehicles for their ability to protect you in a rollover. The way it works is not what you might think. If you want to make an omelet you have to break some eggs best describes the process.
Ford F-150 gears
Ford uses a technology movie fans love to make a better F-150 truck
By John Goreham on
Using a new technology on one of its oldest models in a unique way makes Ford trucks smoother on the road.
Alfa Romeo Disco Volante by Touring
Alfa Romeo Disco Volante by Touring is most attractive car in the world [video]
By Denis Flierl on
The audience at the Concours d'Elegance Villa d'Este saw visions of 1952 and has awarded the new Alfa Romeo Disco Volante by Touring the most attractive car award.
Interchange QR code
Europeans using QR codes to access electric car charging with new German joint venture
By David Herron on
Accessing any electric car charging station in Europe could be as easy as scanning a QR code tag, with a new joint venture formed by German manufacturers, Hubject GmbH.
Ford F-150 investigation
Government investigates 400,000 Ford F-150 trucks over highway acceleration problems
By Anthony Faccenda on
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced on Sunday that is opening a probe into 400,000 Ford F-150 pickup trucks due to dangerous engine acceleration issues.
2013 Renault ZOE
Renault reaffirms electric car commitment, delivers ZOE to partner company Bouygues
By David Herron on
Renault delivered a ZOE electric car to a partner company, as a way to reaffirm the company's commitment to electric cars on a day when that commitment may be called into question.
2014 BRZ S and Special Anniversary Edition 2014 WRX.
Subaru to launch two new performance models this year
By Denis Flierl on
Subaru is revving up its performance car image with two new models, the 2014 BRZ S and Special 20th Anniversary Limited Edition 2014 WRX.
Better Place in Israel
Better Place starts bankruptcy liquidation after six months of restructuring efforts
By David Herron on
Following six months of turmoil since the ouster of founder Shai Agassi, Better Place is shutting down all operations and seeking an orderly liquidation of the company.
2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek with EyeSight
See what happens when dozens of Subaru XV Crosstreks use EyeSight
By Denis Flierl on
Watch what happens when dozens of miniature 2013 Subaru VX Crosstreks fitted with Subaru’s new EyeSight safety function take their different routs all at once.
Ken Block introduced the new 2014 Ford Fiesta ST
Ford enlists Ken Block to drive 2014 Fiesta ST for buzz
By Denis Flierl on
Action Sports Superstar, Ken Block will drive the new 2014 Ford Fiesta ST at the UEFA Champions Festival and thrill fans by performing four unique driving displays.
2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray C7
Chevrolet leaks higher power numbers for 2014 Corvette Stingray
By Denis Flierl on
The new 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray C7's final horsepower and torque numbers may be higher than what was originally thought. Did GM leak the new figures?
The 2013 MINI Cooper Cabriolet. Image © 2013 by Don Bain
MINI, Jeep racking up most moans and groans
By Don Bain on
Mini and Jeep models are generating the most complaints by owners of any brand on the market; despite the fact all cars are built a lot better than they were 20 years ago.
Aston Martin teaser video called “Coming Soon”
Something very extreme is coming soon from Aston Martin [updated]
By Denis Flierl on
Aston Martin has released a second teaser video called “Extreme” to preview a new model from the British automaker. It's getting closer to being released.
Chevy Turbo
Chevrolet supercharges snail in DreamWorks' ‘Turbo’ movie
By Anthony Faccenda on
The Chevrolet brand will be plastered all over the screen when DreamWorks' upcoming animated film ‘Turbo’ hits theaters this summer.

50th anniversary McLaren 12C and 12C Spider models
Two special anniversary McLaren 12C and 12C Spider models to be launched
By Denis Flierl on
McLaren will launch two special edition 12C and 12C Spider models to mark 50 years of the brand with a very limited-run worldwide production.
BMW Pininfarina Gran Lusso Coupe
BMW Gran Lusso Coupe takes luxury and exclusivity to a new level [updated]
By Denis Flierl on
The BMW Group and Italian car designer firm and coachbuilder Pininfarina have joined together and have just unveiled the new BMW Pininfarina Gran Lusso Coupe. [video]
The 2014 Fiat 500L Lounge. Image courtesy of Newspress
Even the Fiat 500 can't help getting bigger
By Don Bain on
The 2014 Fiat 500L is a bigger version of what the Cinquecento was last year – but this is not as much a problem for a compact car as it can be for some of us.
2013 Subaru WRX STI 4-door Nurburgring race car
Two reasons Subaru WRX STI didn’t three-peat at 24 hr Nurburgring
By Denis Flierl on
The 2013 Subaru WRX STI team entered the Nurburgring 24-Hour Race fully expecting to win for the third year in a row but two critical factors kept them in 2nd place behind the Audi TT RS 2.0.
Panamera S E-Hybrid
How the new Panamera S E-Hybrid achieved 53.4 mpg
By Denis Flierl on
Porsche has just put the new 416 hp 2014 Panamera S E-Hybrid through some testing by independent journalists and it's not only fast, but it’s fuel-efficient. But are these fuel-mileage numbers real-world?
2014 Chevy Spark EV 1LT Image courtesy of Newspress
How leasing a Chevy Spark could save you $150 a month
By Don Bain on
Chevrolet’s take on the numbers states by leasing a new Spark, you can save as much as $150 a month in fuel expenditures, even after paying for all the electricity the car consumes as you commute.
Nissan recalls 841k vehicles worldwide over steering loss concerns
By Anthony Faccenda on
Nissan Motor Co. is recalling roughly 841,000 Nissan March and Nissan Cube vehicles worldwide due to a dangerous steering wheel issue that may lead to loss of steering control.
2013 Cadillac SRX recall
GM recalls 27k Cadillac SRX SUVs—wheels might fall off
By Anthony Faccenda on
GM is recalling over 27,000 Cadillac SRX vehicles worldwide over faulty wheel lug nuts, which may lead to a wheel falling off.
Hennessey Performance VelociRaptor SUV Ford SVT F-150 Raptor
Introducing the VelociRaptor SUV fastest people hauler in the world [video]
By Denis Flierl on
Based on the Ford F-150 Raptor, the team from HPE transforms SVT’s super crew cab pick-up truck into the fastest full-sized people hauler on the planet.
2013 Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S / Toyota GT 86
Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S named to 2013 All-Stars team
By Denis Flierl on
Automobile Magazine has named the Subaru BRZ / Scion FR-S one of its 2013 All-Stars and says the BRZ is, “exactly the sort of sporting car that will have enormous influence.”
2014 Subaru Forester Consumer Reports
2014 Subaru Forester climbs to top of mountain in small SUV class
By Denis Flierl on
Consumer reports has just endorsed the all-new 2014 Subaru Forester as the best small SUV in it’s class. See what small SUVs didn’t pass the grade.
An Australian Ford Falcon Hardtop XB (73-76) Image courtesy Wikimedia.
Why Ford and GM build cars in Australia and why it won't last
By Don Bain on
Ford and GM both are boosting North American production, while down under in Australia, the strength of the Aussie dollar and a faltering economy may spell the end of US automotive fabrication there.
Tesla Model S
Tesla repays loans in dramatic fashion
By John Goreham on
Like all of its moves, today's announcement that Tesla had repaid all of its Department of Energy debt, was not without flair.
Click it or ticket
NHTSA steps up Click It Or Ticket Program
By John Goreham on
Seatbelts save lives, but their use varies and the correlation to their use in areas with strict seatbelt laws is not perfect.
Ford employee John Bizek working on a C-MAX hybrid at MAP
Ford boosting capacity and cutting furloughs to meet surging demand
By Don Bain on
Ford is increasing North American production capacity by 200,000 units and even cutting back summer furloughs of workers to meet rapidly rising demand, showing the remarkable recovery of auto market since 2008.
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