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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.

BMW 5 series subject to recall for possible fires.

Staggering Recall of 1.3 million BMWs Worldwide

By Keith Griffin on March 26, 2012 - 9:01PM

BMW has announced a major recall of 1.3 million of its previous generation 5 and 6 series models for what is potentially a serious problem: an incorrectly mounted battery cable. Recalls because of potential fires has become a major problem for BMW in the last six months.

The 2012 Dodge Challenger Rallye Redline. Photo courtesy of Chrysler Auto Group

New 2012 Dodge Challenger Rallye Redline rocks out 27-mpg with 305 horsepower

By Don Bain on March 26, 2012 - 5:47PM

In a striking combination of devilish good looks and angelic efficiency, the 2012 Dodge Challenger Rallye Redline delivers 305 horsepower from its 3.6-liter aluminum Pentastar V-6 while still getting 27-mpg on the open road.

Will the 2013 Audi A8 hybrid deliver what customers want

By John Goreham on March 26, 2012 - 5:23PM

The 2013 Audi A8 hybrid goes farther than rivals Mercedes-Benz and BMW in delivering fuel savings with a new hybrid offering.

Among teen drivers, girls twice as likely to text while driving

By Don Bain on March 26, 2012 - 3:45PM

Teenage girls are two times as likely to text while driving as their male peers, according to a new hidden camera study of teen behavior, released today by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety.

Nelson Hoyos to lead TeamSteamUSA for the land speed record at Bonneville

By Frank Sherosky on March 26, 2012 - 2:23PM

Cyclone Power Technologies (OTCQB: CYPW) developer of the all-fuel, clean-tech Cyclone Engine, announced today that it has signed two-time NHRA PRO-FWD Champion and Bonneville veteran, Nelson Hoyos, to lead the company's effort to claim the land speed record (LSR) for steam powered vehicles.

Castroneves wins Honda Grand Prix in St. Petersburg

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on March 26, 2012 - 12:19PM

Helio Castroneves won the 2012 Honda Grand Prix in St. Petersburg, FL yesterday. Marking the start of the IndyCar season and possibly a good race season for Castroneves.

High Gas Prices Spark Interest In Electric Cars

By Nicolas Zart on March 26, 2012 - 11:01AM

To the question of whether high gas prices, currently at $4.50 a gallon, would rekindle interest in electrics, the answer is an easy 'yes.' There is more than meets the eye, however.

US roadways safer, but do cell-phone bans help

By John Goreham on March 26, 2012 - 8:58AM

A new analysis by IIHS shows record low deaths on US roadways despite ineffectual laws such as banning hand-held cell phones

Dodge Dart enters Global RallyCross with Travis Pastrana behind the wheel

By Denis Flierl on March 26, 2012 - 8:37AM

Travis Pastrana, a four-time Rally America champion is an accomplished driver and brings multiple supercross and motorcross championships as he teams up with Dodge to compete in the 2012 Global RallyCross Championship Series starting in May.

The Zoleco aerodynamic car gets 91mpg without electrification

By Aaron Turpen on March 26, 2012 - 1:54AM

Built in a home shop by an enthusiast, the aero car gets 91 miles per gallon without being a hybrid, using only gasoline and extremely well-engineered shaping for this awesome home project gone extreme.

Zoleco rear quarter

By Aaron Turpen on March 26, 2012 - 1:22AM

Zoleco rear

By Aaron Turpen on March 26, 2012 - 1:21AM

Zoleco molding shaped

By Aaron Turpen on March 26, 2012 - 1:19AM

Zoleco molding added (untrimmed)

By Aaron Turpen on March 26, 2012 - 1:17AM

Zoleco bare frame

By Aaron Turpen on March 26, 2012 - 1:15AM

Volvo's Mean Green hybrid big rig to attempt another record smash

By Aaron Turpen on March 25, 2012 - 10:17PM

With 16 liters of engine and 149 kilowatts of motor putting out a total of 2,000 horsepower, the Mean Green has already made a huge skid line on the heavy truck drag racing field. Now Boije Overbrink, its driver, wants to shatter the record.. again.

ROBOT CROSSING AHEAD. Graphic © 2012 Don Bain

Let the autonomous car drop you off and find a place to park itself

By Don Bain on March 25, 2012 - 9:56PM

Autonomous, self-driving or robotic cars are rapidly heading towards us in the fast lane, possibly arriving long before anyone thought possible.

EH Line's King Of The Hill Street Racer

By Nicolas Zart on March 25, 2012 - 1:17PM

EH Line set out to introduce its top of the line eBike Street Racer calling it the "Ferrari" of electric bike.

Severn Valley Motorsport creates a monster Nissan GT-R

By Denis Flierl on March 25, 2012 - 10:35AM

Severn Valley Motorsport has taken a stock Nissan GT-R and turned it into the "HULK" which pumps out a mind-numbing 1250 horsepower. Watch the video as they take it up to 218 mph.

AutoNation promo sells new cars on eBay at half price

By Anthony Faccenda on March 24, 2012 - 10:21PM

AutoNation's new promotion features 29 vehicles for sale at 50 percent off the MSRP.

Eric Clapton's custom $3 million Ferrari caught on tape (video)

By Anthony Faccenda on March 24, 2012 - 7:41PM

Clapton's customized Ferrari boasts a V-12 engine and a modified 458 Italia body.

Electric car fast charging controversy clouded by California's new plans

By David Herron on March 24, 2012 - 7:18PM

Yesterday California apparently made a big endorsement of the CHADEMO DC Fast Charge standard, a potentially ill-fated decision depending on a decision expected from the SAE J1772 committee this summer.

Fisker seeks additional $100 million to reopen Delaware plant and produce Nina model

By Anthony Faccenda on March 24, 2012 - 5:45PM

Fisker is working on obtaining an extra $100 million in fundraising by the end of March to meet its $1 billion goal.

Top 5 2011 most stolen and least stolen cars may surprise you

By Denis Flierl on March 24, 2012 - 5:36PM

Even though car thefts are at their lowest levels since the 1980’s, cars are still being stolen at a high rate every day in the U.S. And thanks to the number of anti-theft devices on the market, it has had an effect on the number of thefts here in North America.

Schiotis wins award from Goodyear for heroism

Astonishing Highway Hero Honored by Goodyear

By Keith Griffin on March 24, 2012 - 5:16PM

Mike Schiotis of Spring Hill, Tenn., has been named the 2011 Goodyear North North America Highway Hero for saving a woman from a gun wielding attacker. The presentation was made during the Mid-America Trucking Show, which is taking place this week in Louisville, Ky.

Infiniti trademarks several car names - hints at future hybrids?

By Aaron Turpen on March 24, 2012 - 5:15PM

Infiniti has trademarked several names, including G35h, G30t and G22d, possibly pointing to future plans for a hybrid, diesel, and more as early as 2014.

Volvo recalls 12,000 Chinese vehicles for airbag or fuel leak fault

By Don Bain on March 24, 2012 - 4:53PM

Volvo is recalling over 12,000 of its best selling models in China for faults in the wiring that can lead to airbag failure or an undercoating that can cause fuel leaks.

GM Ecotec Engine Hits 3 million Mark at Spring Hill Plant

By Keith Griffin on March 24, 2012 - 4:47PM

GM is touting the fact that its General Motor Spring Hill powertrain plant produced its 3-millionth Ecotec engine this week but the bigger story is really the fact that is has produced 1 million of the engines in the last 30 months alone.

Porsche recalling 2012 911 Carrera S for fire hazard

By Don Bain on March 24, 2012 - 3:36PM

One of Porsche’s premiere models, the 2012 911 Carrera S, known worldwide for it’s hot performance, is now getting hotter thanks to a fault in the fuel line.

Colorado residents can get $13,500 in tax credits for purchasing Chevy Volt

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on March 24, 2012 - 1:21PM

Colorado residents who are looking to buy or lease the Chevy Volt will be happy to hear they are eligible to receive a total of $13,500 in federal and State Tax credits.

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