Automotive News (Page 1051)

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.

Hyundai and Kia will integrate Google Maps with their telematics systems

By John Goreham on January 2, 2013 - 12:46PM

Fans of Google shopping for a Kia or Hyunadi will rejoice at the pairing.

Dealerships dropping the Chevrolet Volt over increased costs

By Patrick Rall on January 2, 2013 - 11:30AM

While the Chevrolet Volt has quickly become the bestselling electric vehicle in America, some Chevrolet dealerships plan to stop selling the Volt over an increase in the cost of required tools needed to service the high tech sedan – claiming that with their low volume sales of the GM electric vehicle it just doesn’t make good business sense to make the hefty investment in new tools.

Paparazzo killed trying to snap pictures of Justin Bieber's Ferrari 458 Italia

By Anthony Faccenda on January 2, 2013 - 9:01AM

The photographer was reportedly struck by an oncoming vehicle while attempting to take pictures of Bieber's white Ferrari during a routine traffic stop in Los Angeles.

Washington state tries a $100 EV tax to recoup loss in gasoline money

Washington State Taxes Electric Car Drivers For loss of Gasoline Tax

By Nicolas Zart on January 2, 2013 - 8:52AM

States caught with the conundrum of electric vehicles not paying taxes are working to find ways to leverage loss income. Washington’s answer is a $100 EV tax.

Next-generation Ferrari California could have turbo power

By Denis Flierl on January 2, 2013 - 8:01AM

Ferrari is reported to be testing new powertrains for the next-gen 2014/2015 California and it could include a new turbocharger.

Discolor Tyre concept turns tires orange when they wear thin

By Aaron Turpen on January 2, 2013 - 12:07AM

Most drivers seem unaware of the built-in indicators today's vehicle tires have to alert them to the need for replacement. This conceptual for colored tires would make it obvious to even the most unobservant.

2013 Ford Mustang most researched car of 2012

By Denis Flierl on January 1, 2013 - 2:44PM

The 2013 Ford Mustang was the most-searched car last year and there are plenty of reasons why.

Fisker Atlantic, a smaller version of the Karma

Jay Leno Asks Fisker On Plug-In Atlantic

By Nicolas Zart on January 1, 2013 - 2:16PM

Jay Leno gets more info on the Fisker Automotive PHEV Atlantic from Henrik Fisker. A smaller and more affordable version of the Karma?

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

2013 Toyota GT 86/Subaru BRZ best buys of 2012

By Denis Flierl on January 1, 2013 - 9:21AM

The new 2013 Toyota GT 86 and Subaru BRZ have been touted as the best of the best buys in Australia by TMR.

2013 Ford Shelby GT500 is flying off dealer lots

By Denis Flierl on January 1, 2013 - 7:39AM

The iconic Ford Shelby GT500 is the fastest-selling car in America and dealers can’t keep them on their lots.

Pair of 1941 Lincolns featured in 'The Godfather' are up for auction

By Anthony Faccenda on December 31, 2012 - 6:22PM

Come Jan. 17, auction-goers will have the chance to bid on a 1941 Lincoln Continental coupe and a 1941 Lincoln Custom limousine, both of which were prominently featured in 'The Godfather.'

Montrose Ford Auto Dealer Date 10 December 2011, by S.MacMillen

Car sales saving the US economy

By Don Bain on December 31, 2012 - 5:34PM

The projected sales of 14.5 million vehicles in the US last year is the highest number since the recession began, an increase of 13 percent over last year, and equal to 30 percent of the overall economy.

Toyota unveiling GT 86/Scion FR-S custom coupes in Tokyo

By Denis Flierl on December 31, 2012 - 8:45AM

Toyota will be unveiling at least five custom GT 86/Scion FR-S coupes at the 2013 Tokyo Auto Salon.

U.S. Capitol police car in the streets of Washington D.C. 22 November 2008 Autho

The age of the personal police car may end soon

By Don Bain on December 31, 2012 - 1:14AM

No one is likely to dispute the fact police presence and visibility tends to discourage criminal behavior, but the sight of a police car in a residential driveway may be going the way of the Dodo as budget restrictions bring the practice under close scrutiny.

Kia Motors appoints first non-Korean President

By Aaron Turpen on December 30, 2012 - 4:05PM

Peter Schreyer, a Bavarian, has been Kia's Chief Design Officer and was the man behind the transformation in the company's design cues, including the "Tiger-nose."

Will new Mustang-based sport coupe revive Lincoln?

By Denis Flierl on December 30, 2012 - 8:01AM

Lincoln is reported to be launching a new 2015 Mustang-based luxury sport coupe that could revive the struggling brand.

Ford Focus and Fiesta are setting the world on fire

By Denis Flierl on December 30, 2012 - 7:54AM

The new 2013 Ford Focus and Fiesta are on fire with consumers buying more of the two Fords than any other nameplate around the globe.

South Koreans abhor the new Subaru Forester

By Denis Flierl on December 29, 2012 - 4:56PM

Subaru is disliked by the South Koreans so much that they will pull out of the country next year and stop selling the popular 2013 Forester, Legacy and Outback.

Ford to raze Highland Park assembly plant

By Aaron Turpen on December 29, 2012 - 11:09AM

Ford has won approval from the St. Paul, Minnesota Planning Commission to commence demolition of its Highland Park assembly plant, which it shuttered last year, belying claimed "growth" plans.

Electricdrive technology is creeping in everywhere!

2013 Electric Vehicle & Plug-In Hybrid Predictions

By Nicolas Zart on December 29, 2012 - 10:48AM

If 2012 was the year of the choice of electric vehicles, EV, 2013 will be the choice of plug-in hybrids. What can we expect?

2013 Ford Fusion Energi plug-in hybrid. Image courtesy of Ford.

EPA rates Ford Fusion Energi Plug-in Hybrid at 108 MPGe

By Don Bain on December 29, 2012 - 2:16AM

The 2013 Ford Fusion, that was recently named Green Car of the Year, gives a nod to the Fusion Energi plug-in hybrid, rated by the US Environmental Protection Agency at 108 MPGe, making it arguably America’s most fuel-efficient vehicle.

The 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in. Image courtesy of Toyota.

Toyota Prius named Best New Car Value by Consumer Reports

By Don Bain on December 28, 2012 - 4:50PM

Consumer Reports has named the Toyota Prius Best New Car Value, but the distinction is made somewhat dubious by the fact it has been held for four years by the gas burning Honda Fit, that is more or less indistinguishable from other small commuters.

Infiniti releases Q50 teaser video upon reaching 1M Facebook fans

By Aaron Turpen on December 28, 2012 - 4:12PM

Infiniti has released a teaser video of the new Q50, set for debut at the upcoming North American International Auto Show in mid-January, after reaching 1 million fans on Facebook.

Beyonce to receive a 2014 Chevy C7 Corvette at Super Bowl

By Anthony Faccenda on December 28, 2012 - 4:09PM

The automaker previously announced that it would not run any commercials at the 2013 Super Bowl due to the high cost of advertising.

The 2014 Chevrolet Camaro to pack the mighty 427 cubic inch LS7

By Patrick Rall on December 28, 2012 - 12:38PM

A document dug up by the Chevy lovers at Camaro5 suggests that the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro will feature the LS7 V8 that is currently only available in the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 but considering that the same document makes no mention of a new trimline that would use this new engine – we are left wondering just what GM has in store for the Camaro for the 2014 model year.

Who Are the 2012 Electric Vehicles Winners and Not So Winners

By Nicolas Zart on December 28, 2012 - 12:05PM

2012 has seen more electric vehicles than in the past. Who makes the top list and could do better?

Nissan Leaf owners finally get battery warranty upgrade after months of complaining

By Anthony Faccenda on December 28, 2012 - 11:21AM

The new warranty coverage announcement comes seven months after Nissan Leaf owners began complaining about the vehicle's lithium-ion battery capacity.

Rarest 1967 Shelby GT500 in the world going to auction [updated]

By Denis Flierl on December 28, 2012 - 9:12AM

The old saying that says “it’s not the years it’s the mileage” is definitely true for this rare 1967 Shelby GT500 beauty.

Detroit Free Press names 2013 Ram 1500 Truck of the Year

By Aaron Turpen on December 28, 2012 - 2:05AM

In the automotive industry, when the Freep speaks, people listen and the DFP has named the 2013 Ram 1500 its Truck of the Year, giving this forward-thinking new Ram Truck a well-deserved accolade.

TorqueNews Exclusive: 2013 SRT Viper production begins quietly in Detroit

By Patrick Rall on December 27, 2012 - 9:15PM

While it did not come with the amount of publicity and fanfare that we have come to expect when a new model begins production, the 2013 SRT Viper assembly began building new Mopar supercars earlier this month with the first units expected to reach consumers sometime in February 2013 – only after the initial production units are meticulously inspected to ensure the highest level of quality.

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