Automotive News (Page 1084)

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.

The 2013 Ford Explorer Sport EcoBoost packs 365hp, offers 22mpg

By Patrick Rall on August 24, 2012 - 4:04PM

When the 2013 Ford Explorer Sport was unveiled earlier this year packing the 3.5L EcoBoost V6, Ford stated that it would offer “at least 350 horsepower” but with today’s announcement of the official power ratings we have learned that the Explorer Sport will pack 365 horsepower while also offering up to 22 miles per gallon.

Who drives electric and plug-in hybrids in Washington DC?

Which Politicians Drive Electric And Plug-In Vehicles In Washington DC

By Nicolas Zart on August 24, 2012 - 3:56PM

Politicians are not known to talk the talk and walk the walk at the same time. It might surprise you that only 3 politicians in Washington DC actually have plug-in cars.

The 2013 Ram 1500 becomes the most efficient half ton truck in America

By Patrick Rall on August 24, 2012 - 11:27AM

Chrysler announced today the official specifications for the new Pentastar V6 found in the 2013 Ram 1500 and even though the new 3.6L V6 makes the Ram 1500 the most powerful ‘entry level’ truck in America – it is also the most fuel efficient half ton truck on the market today.

California Plug-in Electric Vehicle Owner Survey

Electric car owners in California offsetting 350,000 gallons of petroleum use per month

By David Herron on August 24, 2012 - 11:07AM

A survey of plug-in electric car owners in California show positive economic and environmental benefits, in the largest electric vehicle market in the U.S.

2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S: Most rewarding driving experience

By Denis Flierl on August 24, 2012 - 11:02AM

The new 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S has been named the Best Driver’s Car for 2012 by Motor Trend.

2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek pricing announced ahead of deliveries

By Denis Flierl on August 24, 2012 - 9:00AM

Subaru has announced pricing on the all-new 2013 XV Crosstrek just before it begins to arrive in showrooms.

Consumer Reports explains why MyFord Touch "stinks"

By Anthony Faccenda on August 23, 2012 - 8:31PM

Remember last year's indictment of the MyFord Touch system by Consumer Reports? Well, they're back for round two.

GM miles from reality - UK bans Ampera (Volt) ad

By Aaron Turpen on August 23, 2012 - 7:13PM

General Motors has yet again come under fire for misleading advertising on the Volt, in this case the European version, the Ampera. The United Kingdom has banned an ad claiming the Ampera is capable of 360 miles of range.

An artist's rendering of the Fiat of Chicago Studio. Image courtesy of Chrysler.

Fiat sets up first studio in Downtown Chicago

By Don Bain on August 23, 2012 - 5:06PM

There are some new Italians in Downtown Chicago as the first Fiat Studio in the central core of the urban metropolis is up and running strong. Four other Fiat showrooms already exist in the Chicago area, but this is the first downtown.

The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette C7 front fascia

GM to stop Corvette plant tours in preparation for C7 production

By Patrick Rall on August 23, 2012 - 4:08PM

General Motors has announced that on September 14th 2012, the company will suspend all plant tour programs at the Bowl Green Kentucky plant that builds the Chevrolet Corvette as the company prepares to begin production of the next generation “C7” Corvette.

GM to build next generation Chevrolet Cruze in Lordstown Ohio

By Patrick Rall on August 23, 2012 - 3:40PM

General Motors has announced that they will make a sizeable investment in their Lordstown Assembly Plant in Ohio to build the next generation of the popular Chevrolet Cruze – a model expected to launch late in 2014 for the 2015 model year.

Nissan recalling Infiniti JX35 SUVs over dangerous fuel gauge defect

By Anthony Faccenda on August 23, 2012 - 2:07PM

The Japanese automaker is recalling nearly 8,000 JX35 crossover vehicles due to a fuel gauge defect, which causes the inaccurate fuel readings.

2013 Land Rover LR2: Gets a premium overhaul

By Denis Flierl on August 23, 2012 - 8:17AM

The all-new 2013 Land Rover LR2 has been totally redesigned with a new engine and premium upgrades throughout.

Enginer 8 kilowatt-hour battery pack for the Nissan Leaf

Add 40 miles driving range to Nissan Leaf with Enginer's add-on battery pack

By David Herron on August 23, 2012 - 12:05AM

Enginer, maker of a Plug-in Prius conversion kit, has developed an add-on battery pack for the Nissan Leaf to extend its driving range.

Mercedes 1928 S Type wins coveted best-of-show award

By Denis Flierl on August 22, 2012 - 8:54PM

A 1928 Mercedes-Benz S Type wins the coveted Best-of-Show award at the 2012 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance.

The Chevy Spark Color Run Pace Car. Photo courtesy of Chevrolet.

Color conscious Chevy Spark picked as pace car for The Color Run

By Don Bain on August 22, 2012 - 4:27PM

What’s a color conscious car like the Chevy Spark going to do to build a name around the country? How about being the pace car for The Color Run, a series of 5K races featuring runners fit to be dyed!

The 2012 Jeep Wrangler Apache could be a hint to the Mopar 13

By Patrick Rall on August 22, 2012 - 2:00PM

This past weekend at the 2012 Woodward Dream Cruise, the massive Chrysler Group display at 13 Miles Road and Woodward Ave had an area with the customized Mopar vehicles sporting their model year alongside the 2012 Jeep Wrangler Apache by Mopar which shares the black and blue paint scheme – leaving some to wonder if this could be a hint as to the future of the Mopar vehicle lineup.

Leaked document shows the Fisker Karma suffers from much more than fires

By Anthony Faccenda on August 22, 2012 - 12:32PM

Leaked documents uncovered by Jalopnik reveal that Karma owners can expect a host of annoyances from their luxury plug-in hybrid.

A pair of 2013 Chevy Sonic RS hatchbacks

Sporty 2013 Chevy Sonic RS priced starting at just $20,995

By Patrick Rall on August 22, 2012 - 11:25AM

General Motors has announced the pricing of the 2013 Chevrolet Sonic RS and the sporty 5-door hatchback fitted with a turbocharged engine, a 6-speed manual transmission and a slew of physical changes inside and out starts at just $20,995 including the $795 destination fee.

Study: US auto industry would suffer if Japan enters trade deal

By Anthony Faccenda on August 22, 2012 - 10:59AM

The study, which was conducted by the Center for Automotive Research, argues that a new free trade agreement with Japan could be detrimental to the U.S. auto industry.

Plymouth XNR one-off concept sells for nearly $1 million

By Aaron Turpen on August 22, 2012 - 5:26AM

The 1960 Plymouth XNR, an operational concept vehicle made by famed designer Virgil Exner and once owned by the Shah of Iran, sold at auction this weekend for nearly a million dollars.

GM blames after-market software for Duramax problems

By Aaron Turpen on August 22, 2012 - 5:09AM

General Motors is telling dealerships how to look for after-market modifications to control software that voids warranties and can cause damage to Duramax diesel engine components.

US DOT launches road test of connected vehicles technologies

By Aaron Turpen on August 22, 2012 - 4:53AM

The U.S. Department of Transportation is conducting road tests of vehicle to vehicle and infrastructure (V2X) communications technologies. The tests, being conducted in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is the largest-yet test of V2X by the DOT.

BMW i3 Spy Shot Video

By Nicolas Zart on August 22, 2012 - 4:31AM

BMW has leaked “spy shots” of its all-electric i3. The German car manufacturer is resolutely serious about bringing the electric car and its plug-in hybrid sister, the i8 into the US, ahead of its local German competitors.

Circles of communication between connected cars

Traffic accidents may cease due to connected vehicle research in Ann Arbor MI

By David Herron on August 21, 2012 - 9:54PM

GM and other automakers are working with U of Michigan researchers on connected vehicle research aimed to collect data on vehicle-to-vehicle communication, which could reduce or eliminate traffic jams, traffic accidents, increase the efficiency of driving, reducing fuel use, and usher in a wave of robotically driven cars.

BP recalls 2.1 million gallons of unleaded gas

By Anthony Faccenda on August 21, 2012 - 8:52PM

The London-based oil and gas company announced the recall due to fuel contamination created by high levels of polymeric residue.

Burned Karma owners not fazed by fire, investing in Fisker Automotive

By David Herron on August 21, 2012 - 7:55PM

The couple owning the Fisker Karma that burned in Woodside CA a couple weeks are not scared off, but instead are confident about the Fisker Automotive and its mission, and are investing their money in the company.

A detail from the Ford informaitonal pdf. Image courtesy of Ford.

How rocket science empowers Ford's EcoBoost engines

By Don Bain on August 21, 2012 - 5:36PM

Ford is using a superalloy developed for use in Space Shuttle engines to extend the temperature limits of the turbochargers for the Ford Fusion and Focus ST EcoBoost engines. It may not be a rocket ship, but it has learned a thing or two from one.

Chrysler, Ford show how it's done at the 2012 Woodward Dream Cruise

By Patrick Rall on August 21, 2012 - 2:09PM

After a week of festivities in the metro Detroit area, the 2012 Woodward Dream Cruise has come to a close and once again – the Chrysler Group and Ford Motor Company displays were among the bigger and best along the multi-mile cruise route.

San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee and BMW Group board member Dr. Ian Robertson at a new

BMW launches all electric car sharing, DriveNow, in San Francisco

By David Herron on August 21, 2012 - 1:05PM

BMW's DriveNow premium car sharing service has launched in the U.S. starting in San Francisco with 70 BMW ActiveE electric cars available for short-term rental.

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