Automotive News (Page 1082)

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.

Toyota adding hundreds of new high paying jobs in the US

By John Goreham on April 6, 2012 - 9:39AM

Continuing its in-sourcing trend in the US, Toyota’s Technical Center is adding 250 highly skilled jobs to its Michigan design locations and also opening a new office in Silicon Valley

Evoque gets another award, named World Design Car of the Year 2012

By Denis Flierl on April 6, 2012 - 7:40AM

The Range Rover Evoque has won another award to add to its long list. The new vehicle made by Land Rover has been crowned World Design Car of the Year 2012.

2013 Cadillac XTS price to start at $44,995

By Patrick Rall on April 5, 2012 - 6:20PM

General Motors has just announced the pricing for the 2013 Cadillac XTS, and when their new flagship full sized premium luxury sedan hits showrooms later this spring, it will carry a base price of $44,995 including destination.

Nissan's Ghosn says electric vehicles will be 10% of new cars sold in 2020

By David Herron on April 5, 2012 - 4:58PM

In a keynote address at the NY Auto Show yesterday, Nissan's CEO Carlos Ghosn remained bullish and confident in the Nissan-Renault zero emissions vehicle vision, that the two companies will have sold 1.5 million electric cars worldwide by 2016, and that rising oil prices will be the driver.

The totally redesigned 2013 Toyota Avalon. Photo courtesy of Toyota.

Toyota reveals a beautifully redesigned 2013 Avalon at NYIAS

By Don Bain on April 5, 2012 - 4:42PM

The completely reimagined 2013 Toyota Avalon had its World Debut at NYIAS today, embodying President Akio Toyoda’s vision of more exciting vehicles – and it’s designed, engineered, manufactured, delivered and serviced in America.

The new DeLorean DMC electric vehicle at the New York Auto Show

By Patrick Rall on April 5, 2012 - 4:40PM

It has been over 35 years since John DeLorean debuted his vision of the new age of automobiles at the 1977 Detroit Auto Show but with the opening of the 2012 New York International Auto Show, the epic gullwing American sports car made its reemergence into the auto show world – this time powered by a high tech electric drivetrain in the form of the new DeLorean DMCev.

The 560hp 2012 BMW M6 Convertible debuts at the NY Auto Show

By Patrick Rall on April 5, 2012 - 3:44PM

Among the world debuts at the 2012 New York Auto Show is the introduction of the 2012 BMW M6 Convertible - a high performance droptop slated to hit North American dealerships this summer with a price starting well above the $100k mark but just like the M6 Coupe, the M6 ‘vert comes with all of the high performance goodies that you would expect from BMW’s performance division.

Infiniti LE Concept unveils 0 emissions luxury that requires no plugs

By Aaron Turpen on April 5, 2012 - 2:08PM

The New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) promised a lot of great unveils this year, but the Infiniti LE Concept may be the best yet, featuring not only zero emissions driving with luxurious style, but hands-free powering via self-parking, inductive charging - because luxury shouldn't require wires and plugs.

Willie G retiring from Harley Davidson

By Patrick Rall on April 5, 2012 - 2:06PM

It was recently announced that Willie G. Davidson, Senior Vice President and Chief Styling Officer of Harley Davidson motorcycles will retire on April 30th of this year and while we make no claims to be Harley Davidson experts, TorqueNews was able to talk to a hardcore Harley enthusiast well known around the internet.

Ferdinand Porsche, legendary designer of Porsche 911, dies at 76

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on April 5, 2012 - 1:59PM

Ferdinand Porsche, the legendary designer of the Porsche 911, has died today at the age of 76 in Austria.

Chevy Camaro bests Ford Mustang, Dodge Challenger in March 2012

By Patrick Rall on April 5, 2012 - 1:33PM

After leading the division in January and trailing the Ford Mustang in February, the Chevrolet Camaro battled back in March 2012 to claim the title of best selling muscle car for the month – beating the Mustang by a narrow margin of just 246 units.

CODA Automotives, a potential electric car

CODA Automotive Uses Mr. Electric For Its EV GE WattStation Charging Station

By Nicolas Zart on April 5, 2012 - 1:09PM

When it comes to electric cars, EV, CODA has one alternative that should please many in terms of range and everyday use, and now with a favored GE WattStation charging station installation partner, Mr. Electric.

Volkswagen Up! wins 2012 World Car of the Year Award

By Anthony Faccenda on April 5, 2012 - 1:09PM

Volkswagen's microcar bested the 2012 BMW 3 Series and Porsche 911 to win this year's title.

2013 Subaru BRZ priced, starting at just $25,495

By Patrick Rall on April 5, 2012 - 12:14PM

After months of speculation, the price for the 2013 Subaru BRZ for the US market has been announced – with the cost of the 200 horsepower, rear wheel drive sports coupe starting at a surprisingly low $25,495 (including a $750 destination and handling fee).

Lexus continues to wow consumers with unveiling of new 2013 ES350 and ES300 hybrid

By John Goreham on April 5, 2012 - 12:02PM

The entirely new 2013 Lexus ES350 is evolving into a line of cars with a new hybrid drive option, new look, and a new interior

Refreshed 2013 Ram 1500 gets 8-speed trans, more Hemi HP in New York

By Patrick Rall on April 5, 2012 - 10:59AM

The Chrysler Group announced the details for their 2013 Ram 1500 today with a slight facelift, more power from the Hemi, the new Pentastar V6, an air suspension system, start/stop technology and an 8-speed automatic transmission for both engines that is expected to help increase fuel economy by roughly 20%.

New 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL class debuts at NYIAS

By John Goreham on April 5, 2012 - 9:54AM

The new 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL class features improvementss across the board including safety upgrades, more powerful and fuel efficient engines, and interior changes sure to be welcome by drivers hauling families.

Hyundai Makes Surprise Announcement of Two Santa Fe Models

By Keith Griffin on April 5, 2012 - 9:15AM

Hyundai managed to do the impossible – keep the launch of its 2013 Santa Fe Long Wheelbase model almost a complete secret before it was launched at the New York Auto Show. That's practically unheard of in this day and age.

New 2013 Chevrolet Spark attracts young buyers with a small price under 13K

By Denis Flierl on April 5, 2012 - 8:01AM

General Motors will announce today that its 2013 Chevrolet Spark micro car will start at a price less than $13,000 in the U.S.

Miss Remember Ford (1964) John Chamberlin. From the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

Don't attend the New York International Auto Show without reading this

By Don Bain on April 5, 2012 - 4:39AM

Everyone attending the New York International Auto Show this week at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, April 6 to 15, to one degree or another shares a passion for the design, style and artistry of the automobile that represents itself in our lives.

Land Rover celebrates 25 years in the U.S. at the New York Auto Show

By Aaron Turpen on April 5, 2012 - 3:07AM

At an exclusive dinner for loyal customers and press, Land Rover USA celebrated 25 years in North America, showing off its award-winning 2012 Range Rover Evoque and the 1987 Range Rover Classic that started it all. The DC100 Concept expedition edition was also there.

Ford Transit Connect Electric (Wikimedia)

Azure Dynamics files for bankruptcy, putting Ford electrification in question

By Aaron Turpen on April 5, 2012 - 2:23AM

The company behind the electrification of the Ford Transit Connect Electric failed to receive approval from the Ontario Securities Commission for a public stock offering and has filed for bankruptcy protection, closing 3 of its 4 facilities and laying off 120 American green jobs.

The 2013 SRT Viper coming to Forza 4 in special car pack (w/video)

By Patrick Rall on April 4, 2012 - 9:55PM

Today at the New York Auto Show debut of the 2013 SRT Viper, SRT brand CEO Ralph Gilles announced that the folks at Turn 10 Studios had indeed rendered the Viper images that hit the internet last night – as Xbox 360’s driving simulator Forza Motorsport 4 will soon be offering the 2013 Viper in both gameplay and Autovista modes via the upcoming Viper Pack.

Taxi of Tomorrow on display at New York Auto Show [Videos]

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on April 4, 2012 - 9:04PM

The iconic Yellow Cab is a symbol of New York City around the world, and those taxis are a vital part of NYC. Soon though the taxis in NYC are going to be getting a vital update and will be on display at the 2012 New York International Auto Show, and are known as the “Taxis of Tomorrow.”

Jim Lentz at the debut of the Toyota NS4 concept earlier this year.

Highlights of Jim Lentz’ address at the 2012 New York Auto Summit

By Don Bain on April 4, 2012 - 8:12PM

Addressing the Bank of America Merrill Lynch 2012 Auto Summit today, Jim Lentz, President and CEO of Toyota stated the brand is back at the top of their game.

The 2013 Lexus RX 350 F Sport. Photo courtesy of Lexus.

The 2013 Lexus RX 350 F Sport debuts at NYIAS

By Don Bain on April 4, 2012 - 4:23PM

The 2013 Lexus RX 350 F Sport made its North American debut at NYIAS today, revealing optional all-wheel-drive, an F Sport tuned suspension and an eight-speed transmission at the beck and call of paddle shifters.

2013 Nissan Altima sedan pricing announcement

By Anthony Faccenda on April 4, 2012 - 4:23PM

The all-new Nissan Altima not only features an affordable starting MSRP, but also a laundry list of standard features.

Dutch Flying Car solves problem of getting stuck in traffic [Video]

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on April 4, 2012 - 4:01PM

Do you hate getting stuck in traffic? Well a Dutch company has a solution for all frustrated motorists out there, a Flying Car!

The GTS is back - introducing the 2013 SRT Viper & Viper GTS (video)

By Patrick Rall on April 4, 2012 - 2:06PM

The automotive world has known for ages now that the 2012 New York International Auto Show would introduce the world to the next generation of the fabled Dodge Viper-turned SRT Viper but when the press conference ended just a few minutes ago, the world was not introduced to one but rather three new versions of the gorgeous 2013 SRT Viper – the standard Viper, the Viper GTS and the new Viper GTS-R race car.

BMW prices the 2013 M5, M6, X6M and 6 Series Gran Coupe

By Patrick Rall on April 4, 2012 - 11:55AM

While the world is patiently waiting for all of the big debuts at today’s opening of the 2012 New York International Auto Show, the folks at BMW have quietly announced the pricing for a handful of new 2013 models, including the high performance M5, M6 Coupe, M6 Convertible and the new 6 Series Gran Coupe.

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