Automotive News (Page 1142)

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.

The 2013 Porsche Boxster drops its top in Geneva

By Patrick Rall on March 6, 2012 - 12:27PM

While we got the first details on the 2013 Porsche Boxster and Boxster S in January, the new topless made its formal debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show with a new chassis, more power, better fuel economy and better overall performance.

Maserati Uses Geneva Motor Show to Unveil GranTurismo Sport

By Keith Griffin on March 6, 2012 - 11:31AM

Fresh off strong sales in 2011 of its overall product line, Maserati has debuted the new GranTurismo Sport at the Geneva International Motor Show 2012.

Nissan shows off Hi-Cross Concept ahead of Geneva Motor Show

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on March 6, 2012 - 11:01AM

Nissan has just shown off its latest concept vehicle, the Nissan Hi-Cross which is set to be unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show.

Calculate The True Cost Of Electric Cars

By Nicolas Zart on March 6, 2012 - 9:53AM

BeFrugal offers potential electric car drivers a useful tool in doing the math when comparing which electric car would best fit their needs.

Lexus showcases new hydrogen-powered LFA supercar (Video)

By Anthony Faccenda on March 6, 2012 - 9:09AM

Dubbed the LFA-h, this hydrogen-powered car features a V10 engine that is capable of producing up to 600-hp.

Infiniti Emerg-E concept unveils at Geneva as hybrid sports-car

By Aaron Turpen on March 6, 2012 - 3:22AM

If any of the clap was taken out of Infiniti's thunder over the previously leaked graphics of the Emerg-E, you wouldn't have known it at its unveil in Geneva.

The production version of the Ford Fiesta ST

Introducing the production ready Ford Fiesta ST

By Patrick Rall on March 5, 2012 - 10:36PM

Today, Ford Motor Company introduced the world to the production version of the sporty 3-door Ford Fiesta ST – a high performance hatchback powered by an EcoBoost 4-cylinder that combined performance with fuel economy but sadly – Ford currently has no plans to offer the high performance 3-door Fiesta in the United States.

Chevrolet Volt named 2012 European Car of the Year

By Patrick Rall on March 5, 2012 - 9:48PM

The Chevrolet Volt is has received attention from award groups around the world since being introduced late in 2011 with the latest major award coming today as it was announced on the eve of the Geneva Motor Show that the Chevrolet Volt and the Opel Ampera were jointly named the European Car(s) of the Year for 2012.

A screenshot captured from the ZL1 burnout video by YouTube user mr2pritch

GM turns the Chevy Camaro ZL1 into a 580hp smoke machine

By Patrick Rall on March 5, 2012 - 8:54PM

Today, the Chevrolet Camaro Facebook page posted a video of the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 piloted by Camaro performance engineer Tony Roma doing a nasty, smokey burnout with the incredible new super Camaro and after some digging on the internet – we were able to find that same burnout from a couple different angles so that we can see even more smokey awesomeness.

Introducing the Lamborghini Aventador J - the newest roofless supercar

By Patrick Rall on March 5, 2012 - 8:24PM

Tonight, on the eve of the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, the newest (and possibly the best performing) roofless supercar was introduced to the automotive universe in the form of the new Lamborghini Aventador J – an open air, lightweight version of the current production Aventador with only a single copy of this new Raging Bull to be built and sold.

Ford Transit Commercial Van Gets EcoBoost Engine in US

By Keith Griffin on March 5, 2012 - 8:06PM

Ford has announced that the Transit Commercial Van going on sale in 2013 will be powered by a 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 engine when it debuts.

Ultimate luxury SUV: Bentley EXP 9 F concept finally revealed

By Anthony Faccenda on March 5, 2012 - 6:21PM

The speculation is finally over, because Bentley has unveiled its first-ever SUV, the all-new EXP 9 F concept.

The Porsche 911 Sport classic and the Porsche Boxster S

30 Porsche models coming to Forza 4 in May

By Patrick Rall on March 5, 2012 - 6:15PM

We knew in August 2011 (before Forza Motorsport 4 was released) that the newest installment of the class-leading driving simulator would not be offering any Porsche models due to a licensing issue with Electronic Arts but the makers of the game announced on their official website today that a whopping 30 genuine Porsche models will be coming to the Xbox Live Marketplace on May 22nd.

The Liquid Mini Ferrari smartphones, signed and in limited edition

By Aaron Turpen on March 5, 2012 - 5:30PM

If you have ever wanted a Ferrari signed by both Alonsso and Massa from the Ferrari Racing Team, then this new smartphone may be your chance.

The 2013 BMW 6-series to debut at Amelia Island Concours D'Elegance

2013 BMW 6-series to be revealed at 2012 Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance.

By Don Bain on March 5, 2012 - 5:12PM

The totally refreshed BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe four-door Coupe will make its North American debut at the 2012 Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance, joined by the fifth generation M5 Sedan and its sibling, the 3 Series Sedan, at the upscale car show, to be held March 9-11 near the Ritz Carlton Hotel at Amelia Island Florida.

FIAT Rolls Out The 500L And The Hot Racing Abarth Version

By Nicolas Zart on March 5, 2012 - 4:07PM

The first official video of the much anticipated 500 L is available on the FIAT press website, as the Abarth racing program gets underway.

Ford unveils automated tailgate - innovation is often in the little things

By Aaron Turpen on March 5, 2012 - 2:03PM

The technologies that most often impact our everyday lives are rarely big and flashy, but are usually small and convenient. Ford takes that to heart with its kick-activated automatic tailgate.

GM struggles in February 2012 but shows growth

By Patrick Rall on March 5, 2012 - 1:24PM

February 2012 was a tough month for General Motors, with the largest of the American automakers ranking last in terms year over year growth but the good news was that with an improvement of 1.1%, the company still showed a positive growth in what proved to be a fairly bad month.

Focus, F-Series shine for Ford in February 2012 sales

By Patrick Rall on March 5, 2012 - 12:26PM

Ford and Lincoln both had excellent months in February 2012, with both of the brands from the Ford Motor Company showing positive growth compared to the same month one year ago – with Lincoln surprisingly leading the charge.

The 2013 SRT Viper seemingly unveiled by Hot Wheels

By Patrick Rall on March 5, 2012 - 11:14AM

Two weeks ago, a grainy picture of what was supposedly the 2013 SRT Viper in Hot Wheels form hit the internet with some skepticism over whether or not that was really the next Chrysler supercar and now, images have surfaced on the internet of the actual Hot Wheels toy car – with what appears to be the 2013 SRT Viper in 1:64th scale.

2013 Chevrolet Sierra with bifuel CNG option

GMC, Chevrolet Make Stunning Announcement about Bifuel Trucks

By Keith Griffin on March 5, 2012 - 7:20AM

Starting in April, consumers and fleet operators will be able to order 2013 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 HD extended cab pickup trucks that run as bifuel trucks on compressed natural gas and regular gasoline but price info is not yet available.

Is an Acura NSX Spider coming soon?

By Aaron Turpen on March 5, 2012 - 7:15AM

A design sketch rumored to be the Acura NSX in 2-seat convertible Spider form has fans abuzz with interest.

Volkswagen Cross Coupe TDI plug-in hybrid concept makes debut

By Anthony Faccenda on March 4, 2012 - 9:34PM

The all-new Volkswagen Cross Coupe features two electric motors and a TDI diesel engine capable of driving 800 total miles on a full tank of diesel fuel.

Nissan Leaf gives new meaning to "BlueGrass Underground" (Video)

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on March 4, 2012 - 6:22PM

The Nissan Leaf is helping BlueGrass and BlueGrass legend Del McCoury go underground!

Hawaii Turns Into Even Better Place With Charging Stations

By Nicolas Zart on March 4, 2012 - 2:42PM

Better Place comes to the rescue of Hawaii with the assault of some of the highest gas price in the nation by installing recharging stations.

Over 17,000 2012 Volvo S60, S80, XC60, SC70 models recalled for wiring flaw

By Anthony Faccenda on March 3, 2012 - 11:23PM

NHTSA documents report that this potential wiring flaw may contribute to malfunctioning front and side airbags.

Porsche models not to be missed at the Geneva Motor Show

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on March 3, 2012 - 6:07PM

Porsche will be unveiling the new Porsche Boxter and Boxster S at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show (March 6th-18).

Lexus LF-LC concept wins People's Prize at Chicago Auto Show

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on March 3, 2012 - 5:14PM

The Lexus LF-LC hybrid concept has just won the coveted People's Prize at the Chicago Auto Show, proving this is the hottest concept making the 2012 auto show rounds.

How Ener1's emergence from bankruptcy ties into Obama's answer to gas price spikes

By Don Bain on March 3, 2012 - 3:07PM

Lithium ion battery maker, Ener1 is emerging from its bankruptcy reorganization plan just as President Obama states alternative technologies are the answer to recurring gas prices spikes.

Tesla Model X - Designed with moms in mind

By Anthony Faccenda on March 3, 2012 - 1:08PM

Tesla used female focus groups to engineer the Model X with features designed to appeal to women.

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