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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.

Mitsubishi i Electric car.
Mitsubishi i Electric Car Earns High Marks from EPA
By Richard Gray on
With high gasoline prices and consumer interest in hybrids and electrics, car buyers looking to “refuel” with electric may like the EPA rated 126 MPG equivalent delivered by the Mitsubishi i.
Former Biden aide chosen to represent Detroit Three
By Hawke Fracassa on
Influential political heavyweight Robert Engel, a former aide to Vice President Joe Biden and longtime behind-the-scenes kingmaker within the Democratic Party in Washington, has been appointed American Automotive Policy Council vice president domestic policy.
Luxury is back: Rolls-Royce rides global sales boom
By Hawke Fracassa on
Sales of Rolls-Royce luxury automobiles are up, everywhere. There were 1,592 Rolls-Royce Motor Cars assembled, sold and shipped from England to buyers worldwide in the first six months of 2011, up 64% compared with year-ago numbers. It's the best start to a model year for Rolls since 2003.
SAE employment study proves mobility sector is experiencing a recovery
By Frank Sherosky on
This new study, conducted by Hardin Business Communications for SAE International, is the first forward-looking study of its kind for the industry.
Flying Car Cleared for Highways, Almost
By Richard Gray on
Terrafugia, Inc.'s flying car "roadable aircraft" took a giant run up to take off in earning exemptions from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Ford is integrating electrodes on car-seat to monitor heart rate
By Armen Hareyan on
Ford is coming to help the elderly drivers by using electrodes to monitor drivers' heart rate.
Can the 2012 Camry plow Toyota stock above its recent price channel?
By Frank Sherosky on
It wasn’t that long ago that Toyota Motor Company (ADR: TM) stock was trading on the lower end of a 16-week channel. Now the stock has broken the early May high of 84 by closing just above it at 84.16. Could it be the breakout to higher highs? And is it the result of all the 2012 Camry news on the web?
Toyota winners help teens in Connecticut, Alabama be better drivers
By Hawke Fracassa on
School teachers from Connecticut and Alabama won the Toyota Teen Driver Educators' Challenge today, Toyota and Discovery Education said in a joint announcement this evening.
Higher ethanol authorization drawing fire from automakers
By Don Bain on
Last week the Environmental Protection Agency, acting under the Clean Air Act waivers, approved the use of gas containing 15 percent ethanol (E15) in cars and light trucks made as early as 2001. Ford, Chrysler and Toyota, along with other manufacturers, have reacted by stating the use of the E15 blend in their cars may void the warranties.
Mitsubishi to Conduct Child Seat Checks
By Richard Gray on
Mitsubishi Motors and Kids Safety First will host child safety seat inspection events at Mitsubishi dealerships in nine states in conjunction with Dorel Juvenile Group USA.
Leaked: Mercedes-Benz hides its 2012 C63 AMG Black Series Coupe by painting it red
By Roman Rosa on
When a celebrity doesn't want to get noticed out on the street, they wear something completely drab and wear the biggest, darkest sunglasses in order to remain incognito. When Mercedes tested its new 2012 C63 Black edition, they decided to disguise it in a bright red paint and send it out stark naked.
U.S. taps Youngstown mayor to help auto communities thrive
By Hawke Fracassa on
The mayor of Youngstown, Ohio, was named today by Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis to the new position of director of recovery for auto communities and workers. Jay Williams' appointment is effective Aug. 8.
Ford Fiesta to get Sport Special Edition in Europe
By Gordon Block on
The Ford Fiesta Sport will get a Special Edition model with more sporty looks, and more power... but for Europe only.
Japanese explorers discover rare earth materials in Pacific ocean mud
By Frank Sherosky on
The price of rare earth materials used in electronics for various products including automobiles got some relief from the Chinese attempt to corner and control the rare earth market, as Japanese explorers found large deposits of the minerals on the floor of the Pacific Ocean.
ACAL Energy and Gordon Murray Design team up to develop affordable fuel cell vehicle concept
By Frank Sherosky on
This British team and their innovations have the potential to make carbon emission-free, fuel-cell autos affordable by buyers in both developed and emerging markets.
BMW recalls 2011 X3 models over power steering failures
By Patrick Rall on
The 2011 BMW X3 has just begun hitting dealerships around the United States but the German automaker is already recalling a small group of the compact sport utes due to a concern focused around the vehicle’s power steering system.
Wisconsin maker of snow-ice equipment for trucks selects director
By Hawke Fracassa on
Douglas Dynamics Inc., a Milwaukee-based maker of snow and ice-clearing equipment for trucks, today named a new member to its board of directors.
GM recalls Canyon, Colorado pickups for transmission risks
By Patrick Rall on
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued a recall for a concern over a faulty securing pin in the automatic transmission shift linkage in certain 2011 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon pickups.
Saab, Chinese Partner to Add Three New Models
By Richard Gray on
Saab, with its new Chinese partner, plans to add three new models, an entry level 9-1 compact and two premium models, the 9-6 and 9-7.
The Nissan Leaf bests the Chevy Volt in June 2011 sales
By Patrick Rall on
The results from June 2011 have come in from around the US auto industry and for the third month in a row, the 2011 Nissan Leaf has outsold the Chevy Volt – now giving the Leaf the advantage in annual sales volume as well.
Rolls-Royce opens 32nd U.S. dealership
By Hawke Fracassa on
Carlos Bakery of New Jersey and TLC’s “Cake Boss” fame made a special cake to celebrate the opening of a new Rolls-Royce dealership in Chicago.
GM leads the US industry in June 2011 sales
By Patrick Rall on
Once again General Motors has claimed the top spot in the American auto industry with a 10.5% improvement over June 2010 allowing them to sell 215,358 vehicles in June 2011.
IndyCar Series Returns to Fontana in 2012
By Richard Gray on
The IZOD IndyCar series will race next year at the Auto Club Speedway in Southern California’s city of Fontana after a seven year absence, IndyCar announced today (July 5).
Toyota promotes altruism in America
By Hawke Fracassa on
Toyota is making plans to share its efficiencies expertise for free in 2011 to give a helping hand to 20 schools, hospitals and nonprofit organizations. The Japanese company will assist groups through its proprietary Toyota Production System, which it typically uses to improve just-in-time processes in the automotive industry.
General Motors stock rebounding from June lows
By Frank Sherosky on
General Motors Company (NYSE: GM) stock, which is nine months into trading since its IPO, has made lower lows and lower highs since its nosedive earlier in the year, including a new IPO low in June. The price chart now indicates the stock is attempting a rebound. Question is, how much?
Lincoln shows growth, helps Ford in June 2011 sales race
By Patrick Rall on
It has been a rough year for the Lincoln brand but for the first time in 2011, Ford’s luxury brand showed positive year over year growth – helping Ford Motor Company to rank as the third best auto group in the US industry in June 2011.
Chrysler leads the industry in June 2011 growth
By Patrick Rall on
The good times continued for Chrysler in June, as the company led all major automakers in the US auto industry with a year-over-year growth of 30% - moving them into the third spot in vehicle sales for the month of June 2011 as they jumped over a still-struggling Toyota.
The 2012 Toyota Camry leaked in video and pictures
By Patrick Rall on
Last week, Toyota President and CEO Akio Toyoda offered up a 44 second video which presented us with what the company-head proposed as the next Toyota Camry and now we have video and a picture that appears to be the next 2012 Toyota Camry – but something doesn’t seem quite right.
Daimler's CEO Dieter Zetsche wants Turkey's "tiger economy" in EU
By Armen Hareyan on
Dieter Zetsche, chairman of the board of management of Daimler AG and head of Mercedes-Benz Cars advocated for Turkey's EU accession and questioned why the Europeans "are not taking a tiger economy," which now is at the door and wants to join EU.
Rhode Island Itasca dealer wins 3rd Winnebago sales award
By Hawke Fracassa on
Winnebago Industries, an Iowa-based maker of motor homes, has selected its Partners in Excellence award winners for 2011. The PIE award recognizes Winnebago and Itasca dealers with the best market-share penetration within their basic trade area. Flagg RV Rhode Island of North Smithfield, R.I., has been cited for the third time.
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