Automotive News (Page 1135)

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.

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.

The Goodwood Festival of Speed continues its extraordinary event for 2012

The Goodwood Festival of Speed Promises Spectacular Races and A Rare Auction

By Nicolas Zart on March 24, 2012 - 1:02PM

The Goodwood Festival of Speed promises to deliver twice the amount of fun with plenty of racing, a unique Bugatti and Lotus collection going to auction filled with other treasures.

Ferrari P4/5 Nurburgring experience offers car enthusiasts some great prizes

By Denis Flierl on March 24, 2012 - 8:04AM

The Ferrari P4/5 race car by James Glickenhaus and The Possibility Project are teaming up to bring automotive enthusiasts some incredible prizes.

Infiniti JX and Cirque du Soleil, err really?

By Aaron Turpen on March 24, 2012 - 3:04AM

What do you get when you combine the world's most well-known modern dance troupe with the world's least-known luxury car brand? An 11 minute live streaming event from Montreal to promote the Infiniti JX.. through dance.

The Subaru BRZ runs the quarter in 15.3 seconds

By Patrick Rall on March 23, 2012 - 11:13PM

The first set of performance testing numbers for the upcoming Subaru BRZ sports coupe have hit the internet and the 200 horsepower rear wheel drive coupe has turned in some balmy numbers – with a 0-60 time in the 7 second range and a quarter mile time that is likely to make many drag racing fans shake their heads.

California settles energy crisis lawsuit, enabling NRG to build electric car charging network

By David Herron on March 23, 2012 - 10:32PM

California's Gov. Jerry Brown today announced a settlement with NRG over its role in the California Energy Crisis, in turn NRG gets to own and operate a massive electric car charging network.

Honda recalls 2006 CR-V for suspension failure risks

By Patrick Rall on March 23, 2012 - 9:58PM

American Honda has issued a recall for select 2006 Honda CR-V compact SUVs over a concern that the passenger’s side front lower control arm could break – making it near impossible to control the vehicle is traveling at speed when this suspension component fails.

SRT Motorsports to announce new Dodge Dart race program

By Patrick Rall on March 23, 2012 - 9:33PM

The Dodge NASCAR program might be facing a questionable future with their only major Sprint Cup team moving to Ford next year but the Chrysler Group is spreading to new forms of racing and next Monday, the folks from SRT Motorsports and Dodge will hold a press conference to announce a new racing venture featuring the 2013 Dodge Dart.

The 2012 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon. Photo by Aaron Turpen

2012 Cadillac CTS-V redefines Sport Wagon for the 21st Century

By Don Bain on March 23, 2012 - 8:24PM

Upon seeing the 2012 Cadillac CTS-V Wagon at the Denver Auto Show Wednesday, it was, in simple terms, love at first sight.

BMW i8 to pack 393hp, 406tq, 0-62 under 5 seconds

By Patrick Rall on March 23, 2012 - 7:21PM

Since the BMW i8 began making its motor show rounds around the world it has been speculated that the unique German hybrid sports car would feature a gasoline-only version that would wear the famed M badge and while new reports indicate that there will be no M version of the I8- the sleek BMW sports car could pack more power than originally expected.

Pamela Anderson and Downforce 1 join the International GT Open

By Denis Flierl on March 23, 2012 - 6:15PM

Pamela Anderson has had a passion for NASCAR and Formula 1 racing for quite some time, and it’s no surprise that she would want to own a race team in both sports.

BMW X1 SAV will debut at New York Auto Show

BMW Will Amaze with Host of Debuts at NY Auto Show

By Keith Griffin on March 23, 2012 - 5:40PM

Just across the Hudson River from their U.S. headquarters, BMW will be busy at the New York International Auto Show with the debut of the New BMW M6 Convertible and BMW X1 Sport Activity Vehicle – in addition to a host of other debuts.

A compilation of the three concepts from Jeep headed to Moab

Jeep teases three concepts ahead of Moab Easter Jeep Safari

By Patrick Rall on March 23, 2012 - 5:01PM

Each year, the Chrysler Group sponsors the Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah with a handful of super-customized vehicles designed to titillate the off-roading crowd and just a few weeks ahead of the 2012 Easter Jeep Safari, the Trail Rated automaker has issued three colorful teaser images of three of those Moab-bound concepts.

Restyled Mercedes-Benz 2013 GLK brings a fresh look to a competitive market

By John Goreham on March 23, 2012 - 3:52PM

The 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK has been thoroughly restyled and has received some important updates to make it more competitive with rivals.

2013 BMW M5 will compete in One Lap of America

BMW Will Do One Lap of America in 2013 M5 Sedan

By Keith Griffin on March 23, 2012 - 3:09PM

One Lap of America should be on every serious driving fan's bucket list. Two BMW Performance Center instructors can scratch it off theirs when they hit the road in the all-new 560 horsepower 2013 M5 Sedan.

Chevy Volt-based Opel Ampera has 7,000 preorders

By Patrick Rall on March 23, 2012 - 3:05PM

The Chevrolet Volt will also be sold as the Opel Ampera in some European markets and with the first Ampera sedans reaching owners after being named the European Car of the Year, Opel has reportedly received over 7,000 preorders for the electric vehicle – causing GM to believe that the goal of 10,000 Ampera sedans sold this year is a very real possibility.

The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic Turbo gets new 6-speed automatic

By Patrick Rall on March 23, 2012 - 2:16PM

The Chevrolet Sonic Turbo is a spunky little car, with 138 horsepower and 148lb-ft of torque previously being sent to the wheels strictly via a 6-speed manual transmission while those who wanted an automatic transmission were forced to go with the less powerful 1.8L engine but effectively immediately, buyers of the 2012 Chevy Sonic Turbo can pick a new 6-speed automatic transmission.

Kia Rio Unexpected Pick as Best Subcompact

By Keith Griffin on March 23, 2012 - 2:00PM

The announcement that the 2012 Kia Rio EX has come on top in a comparison test among subcompacts might be surprising to the uninitiated but it comes as understandable to those who have been watching the Korean manufacturer closely the past couple of years.

VW adding 800 new jobs to Chattanooga manufacturing facility

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on March 23, 2012 - 11:55AM

Volkswagen has announced that it will be adding jobs to its Chattanooga Operations adding an additional 800 new jobs to the Tennessee manufacturing facility. Great news for Tennessee and consumers looking to buy the VW Passat.

Free parking in Manhattan for Scion iQ owners

Scion iQ Owners Get Free Parking in Manhattan

By Keith Griffin on March 23, 2012 - 11:02AM

It's every car owners' dream who lives in the Big Apple: free parking in Manhattan. Well, that wish is coming true for people who buy the 2012 Scion iQ.

The Ram 1500 Laramie Limited priced at $45,700

By Patrick Rall on March 23, 2012 - 11:01AM

The new Ram Laramie Limited debuted at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show as the new range-topping luxury truck for the Chrysler Group and now we have a look at the early pricing for both the 1500 and 2500 heavy duty models – with the new luxury trimline arriving later this year as one of the most expensive options in the Ram lineup.

College buddies set world record with $100,000 taxi ride

By Denis Flierl on March 23, 2012 - 10:43AM

What do three college kids with too much time on their hands do? They go drink some pints at a British pub and come up with a brilliant plan to break the world’s record for the most expensive taxi ride.

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