Automotive News (Page 1139)

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.

2012 Nissan Versa under investigation for possible airbag failures

By Patrick Rall on August 20, 2012 - 12:04PM EDT

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched a preliminary investigation into the 2012 Nissan Versa over a concern that the driver’s side airbag may not deploy in the event of an accident due to either a production or design flaw.

McLaren X-1 one-off supercar created for one buyer

By Denis Flierl on August 20, 2012 - 8:00AM EDT

The McLaren MSO presented a very special one-off supercar at Pebble Beach called the McLaren X-1 that was created for an anonymous buyer.

Will the Cadillac ELR wow the Chinese market?

GM Rides A Tricky Electric Balance In China

By Nicolas Zart on August 20, 2012 - 3:32AM EDT

General Motors is enjoying success in China as part of its electrification program. Will the company be able to sustain it and will the Cadillac ELR fuel its thrust forward?

GE is pushing wind energy with its Wattstation and wind turbines

Wind Powered Electric Cars Becoming More Of A Reality

By Nicolas Zart on August 20, 2012 - 2:57AM EDT

Wind power is becoming a more viable energy source and is being favored to power electric cars. As wind turbines become more affordable, will you plant one on to your house to recharge your electric car?

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State Troopers corral runaway car in Colorado

By Don Bain on August 19, 2012 - 10:06PM EDT

It’s a scenario we’ve all talked about sometime. You’re driving along and your accelerator gets stuck on “Give us Warp Seven, Sulu” and you are a helpless passenger in a runaway car you depend on daily to transport you safely. This happened to Greg Gill yesterday.

Bentley reveals uber-luxurious Mulsanne Convertible Concept

By Anthony Faccenda on August 19, 2012 - 9:17PM EDT

The luxury automaker is calling its upcoming vehicle the “world’s most elegant and sophisticated convertible."

2013 Lexus RX 450h offers new sport driving mode and driving assist features

By David Herron on August 19, 2012 - 6:50PM EDT

The 2013 Lexus RX 450h refresh includes a new sport driving mode, and new driver assist system to maintain a safe following distance, all in a 30 miles/gallon luxury SUV.

First 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek’s arrive for buyers preview

By Denis Flierl on August 19, 2012 - 7:26AM EDT

The all-new 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek has begun arriving at Subaru dealerships as buyers get a first look at the AWD crossover.

Old classic and historic cars left in as original condition as possible

Pebble Beach Continues To Attract Top Notch Cars

By Nicolas Zart on August 19, 2012 - 3:50AM EDT

The automotive charitable event held each year on the Pebble Beach Golf Links in Pebble Beach, California, has continuously attracted higher and higher caliber cars since its inception in 1950. This year is no exception.

Cadillac teases 2013 concept at Pebble Beach

By Aaron Turpen on August 19, 2012 - 2:47AM EDT

A surprise and rumor-stirring reveal from Cadillac features two images of a concept promised for an unnamed 2013 auto show.

2013 VW Jetta Hybrid sets amazing land speed record at Bonneville

By David Herron on August 18, 2012 - 8:32PM EDT

Proving that hybrid cars do not have to be slow, a modified 2013 Volkswagon Jetta Hybrid took to the salt during the SCTA Speed Week at Bonneville to prove it's mettle.

Fisker recalls 2400 Karmas after concluding fire investigation

By Anthony Faccenda on August 18, 2012 - 6:40PM EDT

Fisker is voluntarily recalling 2400 Karma after determining that a cooling fan issue caused last week's Karma fire.

All-new 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe arrives in two flavors

By Denis Flierl on August 18, 2012 - 5:02PM EDT

Hyundai has launched the all-new 2013 Santa Fe with a progressive new design in two different flavors for buyers.

Suzuki recalls nearly 102,000 Reno and Forenza models

By Anthony Faccenda on August 18, 2012 - 5:00PM EDT

Suzuki announced the recall due to an electrical wiring problem, which may lead to headlamp failure.

GM battery research in China leading to affordable electric cars

By David Herron on August 18, 2012 - 4:53PM EDT

GM's large new battery research center in Shanghai China has reached a milestone in developing battery technology the company claims will enable affordable electric cars with longer driving range.

What if you never had to buy gasoline again?

Coda Automotive's grass station marries social activism with marketing outreach

By David Herron on August 18, 2012 - 2:12PM EDT

Electric car maker Coda Automotive staged a "Grass Station" in Culver City for educational outreach.

GM, Isuzu recall nearly 250k mid-size SUVs over door fire concerns

By Anthony Faccenda on August 18, 2012 - 11:30AM EDT

The recall stems from the NHTSA door fire probe, which was launched in February 2012.

BMW Zagato Roadster makes its world premier

By Denis Flierl on August 18, 2012 - 8:17AM EDT

The collaboration between BMW and Zagato has produced the BMW Zagato Roadster which has finally been unveiled at Pebble Beach.

Rapper T.I. selling custom Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano

By Anthony Faccenda on August 17, 2012 - 7:42PM EDT

You might need to finance this one, because T.I. is asking $230k for his tricked out Ferrari.

Electric cars could recharge in mere minutes with new technology

By David Herron on August 17, 2012 - 3:43PM EDT

New lithium ion cathode technology being developed in Korea could dramatically reduce electric car charging time to mere minutes.

The 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 Cobra is the ultimate tribute to Carroll Shelby

By Patrick Rall on August 17, 2012 - 2:18PM EDT

Today in Monterey California, the “Friends of Carroll Shelby” introduced the 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 Cobra – a one-off ultra high performance Mustang designed to be the ultimate tribute vehicle to the late, great Carroll Shelby.

CODA Automotive's First Art Car on Display at LA Mobile Arts Festival 2012

By Nicolas Zart on August 17, 2012 - 2:11PM EDT

CODA Automotive will show its first art-wrapped 2012 CODA EV that will be on display at the first-ever Los Angeles Mobile Arts Festival, LA-MAF. The art festival will kick off this Saturday, August 18, in Santa Monica, California.

2013 Fiat 500 Turbo brings budget performance to the Fiat family

By Patrick Rall on August 17, 2012 - 12:57PM EDT

Today at the Concorso Italiano in Monterey California, the Fiat brand introduced the 2013 Fiat 500 Turbo – a performance model designed to bridge the gap between the standard Fiat 500 and the high performance Fiat 500 Abarth – with 34mpg and a price under $20k.

New 2013 Ford Mustang mobile customizer app offers all-new feature

By Denis Flierl on August 17, 2012 - 12:33PM EDT

Ford has launched the 2013 Ford Mustang customizer now available as a downloadable app for iPad, iPhone and Android devices with a fun new feature.

Report: Major changes coming to Jaguar for 2013

By Denis Flierl on August 17, 2012 - 11:01AM EDT

Jaguar announces major changes for the 2013 XF and XJ models as the brand introduces all-wheel-drive for the first time.

Infiniti Emerg-e: A glimpse into Infiniti's future [Updated] Video

By Denis Flierl on August 17, 2012 - 8:10AM EDT

The stunning new high-performance Infiniti Emerg-e Concept will make its North American debut at 2012 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance.

NHTSA issuing standards for in-vehicle black boxes, starts Sept. 1

By Aaron Turpen on August 16, 2012 - 9:54PM EDT

The NHTSA has announced that new federal standards for in-vehicle event data recorders (aka "black boxes") will take effect on September 1, a year before automakers were expecting them. How will this affect you?