Automotive News (Page 1085)

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.

Porsche 918 PHEV, unique, rare and very expensive

Porsche 918 Plug-In Hybrid Comes In At $845,000

By Nicolas Zart on March 30, 2012 - 4:13PM

The highly exotic Porsche 918 plug-in hybrid will set you off a few pennies and then some for one of the most extreme and rather clean performance in the world at $845,000.

Win a trip to the 2012 Kentucky Derby from Ram Trucks

By Patrick Rall on March 30, 2012 - 2:40PM

The Chrysler Group’s Ram Truck Brand is one of the title sponsors of the 2012 Kentucky Derby and as a part of that sponsorship, the Ram Brand is holding the Ram Triple Crown Challenge – giving horse racing fans a chance to win a trip to the 138th Run for the Roses.

Nissan GT-R Vs Porsche 911 track battle: Who wins? [Video]

By Denis Flierl on March 30, 2012 - 1:56PM

Tiff Needell, puts the 2012 Nissan GT-R and the brand new Porsche 911 Carrera S against each other on the track at the Bedford Autodrome in the UK. Against each other, and against the clock.

The 2013 SRT Viper debut to be broadcast on Facebook

By Patrick Rall on March 30, 2012 - 12:47PM

The 2013 SRT Viper will make its grand debut on April 4th at the opening day of the 2012 New York Auto Show and for those Dodge, Mopar, Chrysler and SRT enthusiasts who cannot make it to the Big Apple for the show but still want to see the all-new American supercar meet the world, the DriveSRT Facebook page will have live streaming video of the new Viper debut.

Chrysler Launches Second Half in America ad campaign

By Patrick Rall on March 30, 2012 - 11:28AM

Today, the Chrysler Group unveiled their newest advertising campaign titled Second Half in America – with four 1-minute commercial spots featuring each of the four American Chrysler brands accompanied by an illustration of a true American who has faced tough times.

Kobe Bryant drops $329,000 on a Ferrari 458 Italia and pays 100K more than MSRP

By Denis Flierl on March 30, 2012 - 11:27AM

Kobe Bryant gets a new toy to add to his already nice stable of cars. He just purchased a 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia for $329,000 and paid cash.

Toyota Hilux proves again it is Indestructible by crossing the Antarctic [Videos]

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on March 30, 2012 - 10:29AM

The indestructible Toyota Hilux pick-up truck has just racked up another amazing extreme endurance feat, among many, completing a journey across the Antarctic spanning almost 6,000 miles. Showing once again that the Toyota Hilux is the toughest and most reliable vehicle that has every graced the face of the earth.

5 ways self-driving cars can help people

By John Goreham on March 30, 2012 - 9:33AM

A recent breakthrough by Google proves that self-driving cars are becoming a reality

Mercedes-Benz confirms production of a new four-door coupe

By Denis Flierl on March 30, 2012 - 9:13AM

Countless spy photos ensured that it was coming, and now Mercedes-Benz has confirmed the production of a new small four-door coupe.

Electric airplanes, ships, cars, trucks and more discussed in Silicon Valley this week

By David Herron on March 30, 2012 - 2:00AM

At the Electric Vehicles, Land, Sea and Air conference this week in Silicon Valley, researchers and engineers met to discuss a wide range of electric vehicle applications and technologies.

Tesla Motors tells signature reservation holders: Time to build your Model S

By David Herron on March 29, 2012 - 10:39PM

In a letter sent by Tesla Motors a couple days ago, Tesla Model S Signature Series reservation holders were told they must make final decisions on the colors and trim choices, signifying the company is on track for delivery beginning this summer.

The first interior teaser of the 2013 SRT Viper

Chrysler teases the 2013 SRT Viper interior, 6-speed manual confirmed

By Patrick Rall on March 29, 2012 - 10:21PM

The new 2013 SRT Viper is set to debut at the 2012 New York Auto Show in less than a week but the folks at the Street and Racing Technology division have offered up our first look at the interior of the new American supercar as a part of the series of teasers leading up to the big debut.

The 2013 Subaru BRZ Coupe out and about in Detroit

2013 Subaru BRZ spotted out and about in Metro Detroit

By Patrick Rall on March 29, 2012 - 9:43PM

It should be some time before the 2013 Subaru BRZ sports coupe hits showrooms around the United States but our spy photographers have captured the first Subaru BRZ that we have seen “in the wild” right here in Metro Detroit – pulling into a custom interior shop of all places.

2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 production, delivery, sales freeze ends

By Patrick Rall on March 29, 2012 - 7:23PM

Earlier this month, we brought you the news that General Motors had halted production, sales and deliveries of the incredible 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 for “quality assessment” and less than a month after progress of the new American super muscle car was put on hold – the ZL1 production has restarted and deliveries are set to begin soon.

Four reasons Travis Pastrana's new Dodge Dart race car is such a big deal

By Patrick Rall on March 29, 2012 - 5:02PM

Earlier this week, TorqueNews brought you the news of the new rally car based on the upcoming 2013 Dodge Dart that will be piloted by championship rally racer Travis Pastrana and while we are not likely to see an all wheel drive Dart with 600 horsepower in showrooms any time soon - this new race car means a great deal to the Chrysler Group and their rabid enthusiast following for a handful of reasons.

Hyundai Veloster helps boost sales figures

Surprise (NOT) Hyundai Will Set Sales Record in March

By Keith Griffin on March 29, 2012 - 5:01PM

It's become a broken record announcement of sorts: Hyundai is having yet another record-breaking month of sales. One wonders when this sales juggernaut will finally end.

Public Service Announcement: 2006 Ford Mustang GT Police version stolen

By Patrick Rall on March 29, 2012 - 4:18PM

There are a variety of police departments around the United States who use the Ford Mustang for pursuit vehicles and one such car – which was sold by the Harper Woods police department to a private owner in Delaware – was stolen last night while still sporting some of the lighting and police logos left on the vehicle after the sale just two weeks ago.

Concept shows how Mazda's 2013 Mazda 6 will shake up the family sedan market

By John Goreham on March 29, 2012 - 3:09PM

The Takeri Concept unveiled at New York Auto Show may foreshadow the next Mazda 6 sedan.

A closer look at the new 2013 Ford Explorer Sport

By Patrick Rall on March 29, 2012 - 2:55PM

Yesterday we brought you the announcement of the 2013 Ford Explorer Sport and today, we take a closer look at the amenities that enhance the new Explorer Sport over the non-performance oriented models in addition to the EcoBoost engine around which the package is based.

Democrats vs. Republicans - Political affiliation and car buying trends

By Anthony Faccenda on March 29, 2012 - 2:31PM

Aside from disagreeing on political issues, Democrats and Republicans also differ with regard to car buying tendencies according to a new Strategic Vision study.

Ford Transit Connect Electric continues it route forward

Battery Maker Hurt While EV Makers Push Through

By Nicolas Zart on March 29, 2012 - 12:42PM

This past week hasn’t been tender to battery makers as recall packs and face bankruptcy, yet carmakers are still going ahead.

The Volvo S40 named top chick car of 2011

By Patrick Rall on March 29, 2012 - 12:41PM

Some news statistics pertaining to new car sales from the 2011 year have been unveiled with the Volvo S40 sedan being found to be the most popular vehicle among female buyers and while “chick car” is a negative perception to some – being among the bestselling cars for female buyers is a goal of many automakers in the US.

Ferrari 250 GTO Cufflinks are the perfect accessory to your Ferrari

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on March 29, 2012 - 10:27AM

Have you ever dreamed of owning a Ferrari 250 GTO? If you love cars I am sure the answer is unequivocally “Yes!” Well how about a pair of Ferrari 250 GTO Ignition Cufflinks?

Preparing your car for summer: secrets and advice from Mopar

By John Goreham on March 29, 2012 - 9:48AM

With summer approaching it is time to de-winterize the ride and prepare for fun in the sun while preventing breakdowns

The image of the Shelby 1000hp Mustang with the wheels up

Shelby American 'accidentally' released faked photos of Shelby 1000

By Denis Flierl on March 29, 2012 - 7:39AM

Shelby American admitted that the photos of the Shelby 1000 showing its front wheels lifting off the ground were “accidently” released to the press.

The 3-cylinder engine revolution

By Aaron Turpen on March 29, 2012 - 3:40AM

Now that 40mpg highway has become the norm in compact cars, automakers are pushing towards making that 50mpg, and are beginning to achieve that in Europe by downsizing engines without downsizing performance.

Mazda rolls out specs and info on 2014 MX-5 Miata

By Aaron Turpen on March 29, 2012 - 2:52AM

The world's best-selling roadster is about to get better, if the specifications from Mazda have anything to do with it. Expect to see a lot of improvement in the poor man's sports car.

AT&T Labs, Carnegie Mellon reveal vibrating GPS-enabled steering wheel prototype

By Anthony Faccenda on March 28, 2012 - 6:57PM

Vibrating steering wheel could help drivers navigate the road, while avoiding the distractions associated with a typical GPS.

GM and Chevy aim to save $2 billion in global advertising with new Ad agency

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on March 28, 2012 - 4:47PM

General Motors (GM) is hoping to save around $2 billion dollars over the next 5 years. This isn't on manufacturing, labor, materials, or productions costs but on what most automakers see as necessity to sell cars, advertising.

2013 Ford Explorer Sport has the punch, style, and swagger to bring back the faithful

By John Goreham on March 28, 2012 - 4:20PM

Ford has introduced a new 2013 Ford Explorer Sport edition which packs a lot of muscle, sport, and style into the favorite which had fallen from grace.

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