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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.

By Frank Sherosky on
On the heels of a successful second year, The Battery Show announced today that it will return to metro Detroit Nov. 13-15, 2012, with double the exhibition hall space, and a brand new exhibition and conference on electric vehicle charging and infrastructure.
By Keith Griffin on
Chevrolet has released complete details and price for the 2013 Malibu Eco but one industry analyst is already calling into question if the new offering is really worth the additional tariff required for fuel efficiency.
By Adam Yamada-Hanff on
A day after Black Friday 2011, when the nation is searching for doorbuster deals and discounts on Thanksgiving weekend, Kia has found a clever way to bring people to its booth at the 2011 LA Auto Show by showcasing the custom golf-themed KIA Soul and female golf star, Michelle Wie at it's booth.
By Don Bain on
Subaru of America launched its fourth annual "Share the Love" event over the weekend, meaning for every new Subaru vehicle sold or leased until January 3 the manufacturer will donate $250 to five of the top charities in America. The donations may total as much as $5 million, thanks to support from the Facebook community.
By Adam Yamada-Hanff on
The all new 2012 Range Rover Evoque is currently being showcased and displayed at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles. The new 2012 Range Rover Evoque is an extremely luxurious vehicle that is bold, sleek, and new territory for the famous British brand.
By Don Bain on
Toyota originally broke ground on the 1,300-acre Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky, Inc. (TMMK) Plant 25 years ago. Today, the nearly 7,000 American employees at that facility are closing in on the production of their 9 millionth vehicle. It is Toyota’s largest production factory outside of Japan.
By Patrick Rall on
Among the major debuts at the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit will be the new Dodge C Segment sedan, based on the Alfa Romeo Giulietta and set to replace the current Dodge Caliber but contrary to the popular rumors – this new model will not be called the Hornet.
By Hawke Fracassa on
The Torrance, Calif.-based luxury arm of Japanese carmaker Acura has added free roadside assistance and iPhone digital services to its AcuraLink service.
By Frank Sherosky on
Cyclone Power Technologies (OTCQB: CYPW), developer of the all-fuel, clean-tech Cyclone Engine, today announced that its common stock has been up-listed from the pink sheets to the OTCQB.
By Frank Sherosky on
In an unusual vehicle launch, SEI Engineering used three extreme music videos from model/recording artist, Abby Cubey, to kick off the introduction of the 838 horsepower, 240 mph RaptorGTR, with an option to produce 1212 horsepower in a limited production of 12 vehicles.
By Adam Yamada-Hanff on
The new redesigned 2013 Mazda CX-5 made its debut at the LA Auto show. The Mazda CX-5 will provide class leading fuel economy, captivating design, functionality, safety, and great handling. All aspects Mazda vehicles have become to be known for.
By Hawke Fracassa on
Toyota this week celebrated the opening of Toyota Motor Manufacturing in Blue Springs, Miss. TMMMS, as it is called by Toyota, is the Japanese carmaker's brand spanking new $800 million plant where workers assemble the 2012 Toyota Corolla passenger car.
By Armen Hareyan on
LA Auto Show is one of the largest car shows in the world and the 2011 show is not an exception. Yet, finding cars and favorite brands at the Los Angeles Convention Center is a big challenge if one does not know how to navigate.
By Don Bain on
Toyota’s exhibits at the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show include social and mobile media apps plus activities allowing attendees to interact with the show in fresh new ways at and around the Los Angeles Convention Center. Download a new smartphone mobile app from Toyota and you can easily navigate through a host of unique programs sponsored by the brand during the show’s run through Nov. 27.
By Patrick Rall on
The 2011 LA Auto Show brought the world the first good look of the high performance BRZ STI, Subaru’s offering from the vehicle family developed jointly with Toyota which will yield both Toyota and Subaru models, as well as a Scion model with the production debut slated for all of them planned for the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show.
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CODA Automotive, with full presence at the 2011 LA Auto Show touting its 150 mile driving range EV, has teamed up with GE Energy for its GE WattStation(TM), a wall-mounted EV charging station.
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Among the highest performance vehicles to grace the floor of the 2011 LA Auto Show was the 2013 Nissan GT-R which, while looking like the 2012 models, gets a handful of revisions to keep it on a level playing field with some of the world’s most incredible supercars.
By Frank Sherosky on
Stock price dynamics as told by price-time charts do not lie. Today, General Motors Company (NYSE: GM) stock followed the direction of the general market by moving lower; but in the GM stock’s case, took a dive past price support one day before Option expiration Friday.
By Patrick Rall on
Well known TV personality and automotive collector Jay Leno originally stated that he wasn’t interested in buying the very first 2011 Chevrolet Volt but Leno is among the celebs who was quick to grab up the new electric Chevy - which after 11,000 miles still hasn’t made a trip to the gas station.
By Patrick Rall on
The BMW i8 is pure awesomeness but in all reality, the majority of those looking to buy electric vehicles are more concerned with range than they are concerned with having 569 horsepower so for the sensible electric luxury city car buyer, the 2011 LA Auto Show holds the key in the form of the new BMW i3.
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The new BMW i8 made its grand debut earlier this year in Germany but with the opening of the 2011 LA Auto Show, the American auto show crowd is introduced to the next generation of BMW high performance – combining electric vehicle technology and BMW driving dynamics in an incredibly sleek supercar.
By Adam Yamada-Hanff on
The Jaguar XKR-S Convertible is currently being showcased at the LA Auto Show. The latest creation from the British icon is the fastest and most powerful open-topped GT Jaguar has ever built. The Jaguar XKR-S Convertible will deliver sheer driving pleasure to anyone who is lucky enough to get behind the wheel.
By Keith Griffin on
The EPA has deemed the 2012 Mitsubishi i the most fuel efficient car in America in its list of "Fuel Economy Leaders: 2012 Model Year" in the governmental agency's annual Fuel Economy Guide.
By Keith Griffin on
In the wake of news this week about an increased corporate average fuel economy, or CAFE, comes a study from the Highway Loss Data Institute that claims hybrid vehicles are significantly safer than their gasoline counterparts, unless you're a pedestrian.
By Patrick Rall on
You read that title correctly – the NHTSA has announced a recall of 2011 and 2012 model year Nissan 370Z coupes and convertibles along with 2011 and 2012 Infiniti G37 coupes over a concern that the power windows may not be calibrated properly and should a body part be in the window when it is attempting to go up, it could cause a “pinch injury”.
By Keith Griffin on
Infiniti has gone against conventional wisdom by introducing the big 2013 Infiniti JX at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Except it appears to be lacking in engine size.
By Frank Sherosky on
Watch out, Detroit. You may not have heard of CODA Automotive, but the company’s presence at the 2011 LA Auto Show proves that electric vehicles can indeed fit five people comfortably in a sedan category and still provide a 150 mile range.
By Keith Griffin on
Just hours before its announcement at the Los Angeles Auto Show, Hyundai has released complete details on the 2012 Hyundai Azera. It is the last of Hyundai's products to receive a major makeover in the last 24 months.
By Frank Sherosky on
The timing of the LA Auto Show and the announcement of MINI USA partnering with MINI of Charleston (South Carolina) is no mere coincidence. The MINI Cooper Hardtop will begin racing in the B-Spec series for the 2012 race season.
By Patrick Rall on
Among the vehicles making their North American production debut at the 2011 LA Auto Show is the 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth – a high performance, track ready version of the subcompact Italian coupe that reintroduced Americans to the Fiat brand earlier this year.