Automotive News (Page 1147)

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.

Dodge Ram 1500 under investigation for rear differential failures

By Patrick Rall on July 23, 2012 - 1:50PM EDT

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened a preliminary investigation into select Dodge Ram 1500 pickups over a concern that the rear differential may fail, causing the rear wheels to lock up while moving and vastly decreasing the driver’s ability to control the vehicle.

Two different Mustangs sporting Red Tails. Photo courtesy of Ford Motor Co.

Ford salutes Tuskegee Airmen with unique Red Tails Mustang

By Don Bain on July 23, 2012 - 1:46PM EDT

Recent efforts by the Ford engineering and design teams have resulted in the fabrication of a truly unique Tuskegee Airmen Red Tails model of a 2013 Ford Mustang GT, to be sold at the Gathering of Eagles charity July 26.

2013 Honda Fit EV first customer delivery

Honda delivers first Fit EV electric car to southern CA customer

By David Herron on July 23, 2012 - 1:46PM EDT

The electric version of the Honda Fit, the Fit EV, is now being delivered to customers in selected areas of California and Oregon, the car is available only under lease and in very limited supply.

EVlink's new features allows for a wider use to apartment complex use

What The Latest Schneider Electric EVlink EV Charging Station Could Mean For You

By Nicolas Zart on July 23, 2012 - 1:11PM EDT

Electric charging stations are a crucial and important part of the mass adoption of electric cars. A few companies have joined the race for the perfect charging stations and Schneider Electric’s latest charging station extends its original use to accommodate apartment owners.

Chevrolet Volt owners have saved over $13.2 million in gas

By Patrick Rall on July 23, 2012 - 11:41AM EDT

The Chevrolet Volt has been on sale for roughly 21 months and in that time, Volt owners have driven over 105 million miles with over 67 million of those on electricity – effectively saving those folks a combined total of over $13.2 million dollars at the pumps.

Jaguar Land Rover looking to combine brands under one roof in the US

By Patrick Rall on July 23, 2012 - 11:02AM EDT

Over the next three years, Jaguar Land Rover hopes to reduce the number of dealerships in the United States by roughly 20% by consolidating the two brands into a single dealership with an ideal figure of about 200 dealerships remaining when the process is complete.

Save money while being green with a Via Motors VTRUX plug-in hybrid pickup truck

By David Herron on July 22, 2012 - 5:43PM EDT

The Via Motors VTRUX plug-in hybrid (extended range electric) trucks are powerful workhorses designed for commercial fleets, and because it uses electricity as its primary fuel the fleet owner can see a large cost savings over an 8 year lease period.

Ford, GM, Toyota, Nissan following different paths to electric car nirvana

By David Herron on July 21, 2012 - 10:06PM EDT

If electric cars are our future, the automakers are following different paths to that goal, where most are focusing attention on one or two flagship electric vehicles, Ford is working on an across-the-board electrification strategy which will take several years to play out.

The Nissan Juke smiles about its production boost. Photo © 2012 by Don Bain.

Renault-Nissan boosting Korean production of Rogue

By Don Bain on July 21, 2012 - 5:16PM EDT

The Renault-Nissan Alliance has just announced it intends to pour $160 million into the Busan, Korea plant to address growing demand for the next-generation Nissan Rogue and simultaneously accelerate the growth of Renault Samsung Motors.

The fascinating Hüttlin Kugelmotor spinning piston hybrid motor

Hüttlin Kugelmotor Could Revolutionize Extended Range

By Nicolas Zart on July 21, 2012 - 1:32PM EDT

The new hybrid Hüttlin Kugelmotor could extend the life of internal gas engine, making it a perfect fit for future plug-in hybrids and other extended range-like vehicles.

Aspid unveils GT-21 Invictus hammerhead supercar

By Aaron Turpen on July 21, 2012 - 2:50AM EDT

With stills and a video, Aspid has released information on its GT-21 Invictus concept with a unique hammerhead design.

Wiesmann Spyder concept may see production

By Aaron Turpen on July 21, 2012 - 2:29AM EDT

The Weismann Spyder concept that debuted in 2011 never saw production, rumor says, because of the recession. Now reports give new life to the rumor that it could see the streets.

Rapper Flo Rida wraps Bugatti Veyron in chrome, then gets pulled over

By Anthony Faccenda on July 20, 2012 - 8:10PM EDT

The event marks the second time Flo Rida has been pulled over in his $1.7 million Bugatti.

traffic, road rage, driving study, female drivers, male drivers

Study: Road rage more predominant among women

By Anthony Faccenda on July 20, 2012 - 6:41PM EDT

Although men are often associated with "driving while angry," the new study illustrates that more women actually admit to experiencing road rage.

Ford's five pronged push against Toyota and Honda for market share in California

By David Herron on July 20, 2012 - 5:14PM EDT

Ford, whose sales in California were lackluster in recent years, is undergoing a resurgence in that state with improved vehicles, sees five new electrified vehicles being rolled out this year as a key to increasing market share in the key automobile market of California.

The famed Nürburgring is deep in debt, facing bankruptcy and complete closure

By Patrick Rall on July 20, 2012 - 3:25PM EDT

News has poured out of various German news sources this week that the famed Nürburgring race course is facing some 13 million Euros in debt with no way to pay said debt unless the managing group finds some massive infusion of money – money that the European government has said will not come from them – leading many to believe that the ‘Ring’s days are numbered.

One Card Fits All Electric Charging Stations

By Nicolas Zart on July 20, 2012 - 3:10PM EDT

With the advent of new technologies come new frontiers. With these new frontiers chaos inevitably happens. Do we need order yet, or should we let the industry go ahead?

Demand for Ford Escape unintended acceleration recalls expands to Mazda Tribute

By Patrick Rall on July 20, 2012 - 2:47PM EDT

Last week we brought you the news that the Center for Auto Safety was demanding that Ford Motor Company recall select Ford Escape SUVs that had been previously recalled to address a new unintended acceleration issue and now, the CAS is pushing to have the similar Mazda Tribute recalled for the same problem.

The 2013 Audi A8 to feature new 420hp twin turbo V8, S8 gets 520hp

By Patrick Rall on July 20, 2012 - 2:10PM EDT

Audi has just dropped the details on the 2013 Audi A8 and the newest full sized luxury sedan will ditch the naturally aspirated 4.2L V8 in favor of a 4.0L twin turbocharged engine that provides more power and better fuel economy than the outgoing V8 option while also adding a new supercharged V6 that serves as the entry level powerplant.

Racing An Electric Lola B12/69 EV Feels Like A Catapult

By Nicolas Zart on July 20, 2012 - 2:00PM EDT

The successful conversion of a Lola B12 into a B12/69 EV by Drayson Technologies has been hotly anticipated over the years. The fruit of its results is starting to trickle in and so far, the numbers are outstanding.

2013 Ford C-MAX Energi has insane range

By John Goreham on July 20, 2012 - 1:31PM EDT

The plug in hybrid 2013 Ford C-MAX Energi will have a range of 550 miles and twice the electric only range of the Prius PIH.

Mitsubishi Oultander plug-in hybrid lets you choose

Mitsubishi Promises To Kick The Petroleum Habit

By Nicolas Zart on July 20, 2012 - 12:55PM EDT

Mitsubishi has boldly announced its cars will have some sort of electric drive propulsion system across its line by 2016.

Best Of 2012 Electric Car Awards

By Nicolas Zart on July 20, 2012 - 12:05PM EDT

The year is barely mid way that accolades and awards are pouring in for the budding electric car market. Some will surprise you, others are obvious choices.

C30 Electric wins "Green Car of the Year" in world's most important market

By John Goreham on July 20, 2012 - 10:53AM EDT

China again shows it political prowess in selecting the Volvo C30 Electric as its Green Car of the Year.

Nissan Leaf owners in hot climates experiencing battery problems

By Patrick Rall on July 19, 2012 - 11:00PM EDT

2012 has been one of the hottest years in American history and while that is only a minor concern to most owners of newer vehicles – Nissan Leaf electric vehicle owners in US areas with extremely high temperatures are reporting vastly reduced battery mileage.

Lamborghini builds the 1000th Aventador in just 15 months

By Patrick Rall on July 19, 2012 - 10:24PM EDT

The Lamborghini Aventador hit a major milestone this week as the Italian automaker built the 1000th example of their newest supercar after just 15 months in production.

Classic cars and classic banter: Recap of Comedians In Cars Getting Coffee premiere

By Anthony Faccenda on July 19, 2012 - 10:07PM EDT

The debut episode of Comedians In Cars Getting Coffee, which debuted on Thursday, featured a vintage 1952 VW Bug and comedian Larry David.

Hybrid And Electric Cars Surge Dramatically In June

By Nicolas Zart on July 19, 2012 - 4:21PM EDT

June is a strange month for car sales and this past one saw a dramatic rise in hybrid and electric car sale, up by 164%.

Ford issues strongly worded recall of 2013 Escape with 1.6L EcoBoost engine

By John Goreham on July 19, 2012 - 12:36PM EDT

Risk of fire is so great that the vehicle should not even be driven to the dealership. Will tow all affected vehicles.

Over 321k Honda and Acura models recalled for front doors opening unexpectedly

By Patrick Rall on July 19, 2012 - 11:25AM EDT

Honda announced today that they will be recalling the 2012 Honda CR-V and the 2013 Acura ILX over a concern that the inner door handle release cable could disengage – possibly allowing the front doors to suddenly and unexpectedly open on their own.

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