Automotive News (Page 1179)

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.

2011 Ford Explorer low in Consumer Reports reliability study

2011 Consumer Reports Reliability Study Likes Asians, Hates Ford

By Keith Griffin on October 25, 2011 - 2:14PM

Consumer Reports at a presentation before the Automotive Press Association in downtown Detroit declared Ford reliability has suffered a precipitous drop while Asian manufacturers, in spite of production woes, continue to do well.

The Ram 392 Quick Silver headed to SEMA 2011 looking like the Ram SRT8

By Patrick Rall on October 25, 2011 - 12:41PM

Earlier this year, I had a chance to speak with SRT CEO Ralph Gilles about the possibility of seeing an SRT-powered Ram in the future and while he couldn’t offer any future product plans, the Ram 392 Quick Silver coming to the 2011 SEMA Show could be a preview of “what could be” if Gilles’ SRT engineers were to build a Ram 1500 of their own.

The Dodge Challenger SRT8 ACR coming to the 2011 SEMA Show

By Patrick Rall on October 25, 2011 - 11:37AM

Chrysler’s Mopar performance parts division always has a massive presence at the SEMA Show and 2011 will be no different, as the Mopar Underground team will unveil their Dodge Challenger SRT8 ACR – built almost entirely with parts from the Mopar catalog to pay homage to the incredible Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR that recently reclaimed the production car lap time record at the famed Nürburgring.

2012 Kia Rio Sedan Starts with a Price of $13,400

By Keith Griffin on October 25, 2011 - 10:05AM

Fresh on the heels of the unveiling of the 2012 Kia Rio 5-door, the price for the 2012 Kia Rio sedan has been announced. In its most basic trim level, the Rio sedan will be available for $13,400 with a six-speed manual transmission.

2012 Toyota Prius V

By Keith Griffin on October 25, 2011 - 7:37AM

2012 Mitsubishi i Green Car Semi-Finalist

By Keith Griffin on October 25, 2011 - 7:26AM

2012 Ford Focus Electric Green Car Semi-Finalist

By Keith Griffin on October 25, 2011 - 7:24AM

2012 Volkswagen Passat Green Car Semi-Finalist

By Keith Griffin on October 25, 2011 - 7:22AM

2012 Honda Civic CNG Green Car of the Year semi-finalist

Finalists for 2012 Green Car of the Year Announced Ahead of LA Auto Show

By Keith Griffin on October 25, 2011 - 7:15AM

The five finalists for the 2012 Green Car of the Year have been announced with the field reduced to the: 2012 Ford Focus Electric, 2012 Mitsubishi i, the 2012 Honda Civic CNG, the 2012 Volkswagen Passat TDI and the 2012 Toyota Prius V. The winner will be announced at the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show on Nov. 17.

BMW 3 series campaign highlights "Sporting Passion"

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on October 24, 2011 - 9:38PM

The new redesigned sixth generation BMW 3 Series, the company's flagship model, will have a worldwide marketing campaign centered around, “Sporting Passion.” The new campaign highlights the BMW 3 Series impressive efficiency, stunning design, and dynamic exterior body lines.

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Berlin’s Automotive Arsonist arrested

By Don Bain on October 24, 2011 - 9:02PM

An Automotive Arsonist who torched more than 100 cars in Berlin, a campaign many thought was the work of political extremists, was arrested by police yesterday. The unnamed 27-year-old was moved to violence by the same rage and frustration motivating Occupy Wall Street and related protests globally, though in this case the protest was personal and childishly pursued to a criminal extent.

Website and Flooe Plan for The Battery Show 2011 in Novi, MI

The Battery Show 2011 showcases latest energy storage technologies for EVs and hybrids

By Frank Sherosky on October 24, 2011 - 8:08PM

With government subsidies giving the initial impetus to the EV (electric vehicle) market, the auto industry and a host of suppliers are set to drive the market beyond the near-term with The Battery Show 2011 in Novi, Michigan.

2013 Honda Fit EV, Chevrolet Spark headline introductions at LA Auto Show

By Hawke Fracassa on October 24, 2011 - 7:37PM

When the Los Angeles Auto Show opens next month, it will include the introduction of concept and production cars galore, most notably the 2013 Honda Fit EV, 2012 Honda CR-V and freshened 2012 Honda Insight.

The Nissan Leaf is a shining example of their commitment to the environment

Nissan boosts corporate commitment to environment

By Don Bain on October 24, 2011 - 6:22PM

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. has announced Nissan Green Program 2016, a new six-year environmental plan (NGP 2016). This new plan will focus on reducing the company’s carbon footprint, implementing a shift to renewable energy and increasing the diversity of resources used in production. This will include committing 70 percent of the annual research and advanced engineering budget to environmental technologies.

Full information on the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is here

By Patrick Rall on October 24, 2011 - 4:50PM

The horsepower loving war is eagerly anticipating the full launch of the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 but thanks to a dealership representative posting on the popular enthusiast’s site Camaro5.com, we have a look at pretty much everything that you could want to know about the new super muscle car.

Two 2012 Chevrolet Sonics are being decked out for SEMA

Chevrolet Previews 2012 Sonic and Cruze Models Heading to 2011 SEMA Show

By Keith Griffin on October 24, 2011 - 3:07PM

Chevrolet's small cars - the 2012 Chevy Sonic and 2012 Chevy Cruze - are heading to the playground that was once the exclusive domain of big American muscle cars and pickups: the 2011 SEMA show in Las Vegas that opens next week from Nov. 1 to 4.

Saab chooses to cancel $340mil investment deal with Chinese firms

By Patrick Rall on October 24, 2011 - 2:15PM

Saab and parent company Swedish Automobiles NV (Swan) has reportedly canceled the investment deals with Chinese firms Pang Da and Youngman Lotus after the two Chinese firms each made low-buck buyout offers last week - effectively preventing themselves from receiving the $340 million that the automaker had been desperately hoping for as they work through government assisted reorganization.

The Ford Explorer to show its smooth side at SEMA 2011

By Patrick Rall on October 24, 2011 - 12:54PM

Even though the new Ford Explorer’s unibody construction is viewed by some as being less than ideal for off-roading and other rigorous activities, Ford Motor Company is quick to point out just how capable their hot-selling SUV is but when the 2011 SEMA Show opens in Las Vegas, Ford will focus on featuring the smooth, street-going side of the full sized sport ute.

2011 Ford F-350 Super Duty by Superlift Suspensions

A preview of the Ford trucks headed to the 2011 SEMA Show

By Patrick Rall on October 24, 2011 - 11:48AM

The Ford F Series will surely be among the most widely featured vehicles at the 2011 SEMA Show among the many exhibitors but today, Ford offered up a preview of the bestselling trucks that they are bringing to their massive SEMA display with help from Superlift, Skyjacker, CGS Performance Products and Hulst Customs.

Rolls-Royce dealerships to open in South America in 2012

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on October 24, 2011 - 10:35AM

Rolls-Royce, the famed luxury British automaker, has announced that it will begin selling vehicles in South America. This is a first for Rolls-Royce. The company has already begun talking with potential dealers in Brazil and Chile, who are interesting in selling the company's two models, the Rolls-Royce Ghost and Phantom. The dealerships are planning to open in March 2012.

Mexico is 37th market for Infiniti automobiles

By Hawke Fracassa on October 23, 2011 - 11:32PM

Infiniti, the luxury car division of Japanese carmaker Nissan, has introduced the high-end brand to a new market: Mexico.

2012 Itasca Ellipse 42JD makes its debut, adding new floor plan to Winnebago line

By Hawke Fracassa on October 23, 2011 - 10:46PM

Winnebago Industries (NYSE: WGO) has introduced the 2012 Itasca Ellipse 42JD, and the big news for this motor home is a new floor plan for the new model year.

2012 Fiat 500c Review: Cute but Underpowered and Overpriced

By Keith Griffin on October 23, 2011 - 10:17PM

Maybe you've heard the old cliché that good things come in small packages? Unfortunately, in the case of the 2012 Fiat 500c cabriolet that's not the case. It's a small package, but it's underpowered and overpriced, which just don't cut it no matter how cute you are.

Honda Accord reaches 1 million miles

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on October 23, 2011 - 7:58PM

Do you think 100,000 miles is a lot for a car? How about 1 million miles? Sounds crazy right! Well Joe LoCicero, from Norway, Maine, has reached this milestone in his 1990 Honda Accord today. Way to go Joe!

Best Selling European Ford Transit Will Be Built in Kansas City

By Keith Griffin on October 22, 2011 - 11:04PM

Europe's best selling full-size van, the Ford Transit, is going to be built in Kansas City, Mo., when the new product joins its North American lineup in 2013.

Toyota gets the word out in many ways about the 2012 Toyota Camry

By Hawke Fracassa on October 22, 2011 - 9:39PM

Toyota this week launched a marketing campaign for the all-new 2012 Camry called “It’s Ready. Are You?” The campaign demonstrates how the seventh-generation Camry addresses changes in consumers’ vehicle needs and expectations through innovations and improvements to the look of the Japanese company's flagship automobile.

Japanese automakers continue to have production delays in Thailand

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on October 22, 2011 - 6:59PM

Toyota, Honda, and many other Japanese and American automobile manufacturers are experiencing production delays in Thailand. This is due to the immense flooding that has plagued the Southeast Asian country since July. This is a continuing issue for automotive manufacturing in Thailand, as production has been halted since early in October.

EA drops first playable demo for Need for Speed: The Run

By Patrick Rall on October 22, 2011 - 3:15PM

The newest installment of the legendary Need for Speed gaming series draws near as Electronic Arts has made the first playable demo for Need for Speed: The Run available via Xbox Live and the Play Station Network, offering gamers a chance to play the groundbreaking new game a few weeks ahead of the official US launch.

Hyundai Pairs up with The Walking Dead for Tucson Product Placement

By Keith Griffin on October 22, 2011 - 6:17AM

Hyundai is so hot right now it managed to snag a prominent product placement with the Hyundai Tucson on the premiere of Season 2 of AMC's The Walking Dead. It's a smart and brave company that willingly associates itself with zombies.

2012 Toyota Sequoia has power in tow

By Hawke Fracassa on October 21, 2011 - 10:05PM

The 2012 Toyota Sequoia SR5 is a brute. But if it's your brute, you're going to love it. It's a full-size sport-utility vehicle with muscle, powered by a 310 horsepower 4.6-liter i-Force V8 engine that pushes the truck to tow a whopping 7,400 pounds.

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