Automotive News (Page 1192)

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.

2013 Ford Shelby GT500 has most powerful production V8 in the world

Details of 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 - World's Most Powerful Production V8

By Keith Griffin on November 15, 2011 - 7:22AM

The day before the opening of media days at the Los Angeles Auto Show, Ford has spilled the details about the 2013 Ford Shelby GT500, which it is calling the world's most powerful production V8.

The 2012 Chevrolet Camaro stakes its claim as the safest car in the US

By Patrick Rall on November 14, 2011 - 9:45PM

The new Chevrolet Camaro is impressive on a variety of levels focusing mostly on performance but it looks as though General Motors can now market the Camaro as one of the safest cars sold in the US after becoming the first car to receive a perfect score in every section of the NHTSA crash testing procedures.

General Motors recalls 2012 Cadillac CTS over brake failure risk

By Patrick Rall on November 14, 2011 - 8:38PM

General Motors has announced a recall of select 2012 Cadillac CTS models due to a concern that a component of the braking system may not have been tightened to the proper torque specifications and if this issue is not addressed – it could cause the drive to lose braking abilities.

Americans back 55 mpg CAFE, Consumer Report survey shows

By Keith Griffin on November 14, 2011 - 8:01PM

Americans may finally be buying into the idea of more fuel efficient vehicles, according to a survey released by Consumer Reports that says the majority of respondents back a corporate average fuel economy (CAFÉ) of 55 miles per gallon.

FutureSteelVehicle (FSV) reduces emissions as well as mass

By Frank Sherosky on November 14, 2011 - 5:12PM

Good news for the future of steel investors. FutureSteelVehicle (FSV), a program of WorldAutoSteel, the automotive group of the World Steel Association, attends or is represented at just about every major automotive engineering show and conference for a reason: When the total vehicle's life cycle is taken into account in lieu of just tailpipe emissions, steel is the most environmentally and cost effective choice for auto makers.

BMW to debut i3 and i8 concepts at LA Auto Show

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on November 14, 2011 - 3:41PM

On Wednesday at the 2011 LA Auto Show BMW will debut two visionary concept vehicles from its new sustainable brand, BMW i, the fully-electric BMW i3 and BMW i8 concepts. As well BMW will be introducing the new BMW M5 along with both BMW i concept cars.

Refreshed 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe to get 271hp, 345hp engines

By Patrick Rall on November 14, 2011 - 3:30PM

Since Hyundai boss John Krafcik announced that the new Hyundai Veloster would be getting a turbocharged version of their 1.6L 4-cylinder there has been speculation that the upcoming Genesis Coupe would also receive an increase in power but now it is official – as Hyundai has announced some engine specifications for the 2013 Genesis Coupe.

The rest of the 2013 Ford Mustang teaser images revealed online

By Patrick Rall on November 14, 2011 - 1:50PM

Just this morning we brought you the news of Ford Motor Company teasing the 2013 Ford Mustang on one of their official company Facebook pages and now we have a look at that four-quadrant image with all four of the tightly cropped images cleared up courtesy of the folks at MustangEvolution.com – which offers a first look at the gauge cluster and the taillights of the 2013 Mustang.

First electric car and plug-in hybrid in the works for SEAT

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on November 14, 2011 - 1:09PM

SEAT, the Spanish car manufacturer, is working on its first electric car, the Altea XL Electric Ecomotive, and a plug-in hybrid, the Leon TwinDrive Ecomotive. The SEAT Altea XL Electric Ecomotive will be designed, developed and manufactured in Spain.

Ford slowly teases the 2013 Ford Mustang and 2013 Boss 302 on Facebook

By Patrick Rall on November 14, 2011 - 12:08PM

While spyshots of the 2013 Ford Mustang and 2013 Mustang GT have left little to the imagination, the folks at Ford Motor Company are slowly offering a quartet of tightly cropped teaser shots on one of the company’s Facebook pages – so far offering the world a look at the grille of the 2013 Mustang Boss 302 and headlight of the refreshed pony car with two more images on the way.

2012 Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG coming to LA Auto Show

Top Speed, Performance Details Released on Mercedes ML63 AMG ahead of LA Auto Show

By Keith Griffin on November 14, 2011 - 5:52AM

At this week's Los Angeles Auto Show, Mercedes-Benz will unveil its high performance, more fuel efficient ML63 AMG with an announcement that includes tantalizing details like a top speed of 174 mph and 550 horsepower of performance.

2013 Chevrolet Spark - A segment minicar

Extensive Details Announced for 2013 Chevrolet Spark ahead of LA Auto Show

By Keith Griffin on November 13, 2011 - 11:42AM

Chevy is packing a lot into its 2013 Chevrolet Spark that is being introduced this Wednesday, Nov. 16 at the Los Angeles Auto Show. This is not the electric version of the A segment minicar that is expected to arrive in 2013.

Weekly chart of Tesla (Nasdaq: TSLA) stock by Frank Sherosky using TD Ameritrade

Tesla stock confirms breakout past resistance

By Frank Sherosky on November 13, 2011 - 10:58AM

Last July there was only the potential for a short squeeze on Tesla stock. A Torque News reader now laments selling too early, not holding on long enough to Tesla Motors (Nasdaq: TSLA) stock which broke past a key overhead resistance level.

Ford Evos Concept at Consumer Electronics Show in 2012

Ford Evos Concept Coming to Consumers Electronic Show in 2012

By Keith Griffin on November 12, 2011 - 11:59PM

Ford has decided not to make its North American debut of the Evos Concept at the North American International Auto Show press days but instead wait a few days and bring it to the International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. It's a demonstration that this concept is more about its technology than its automotive prowess.

NHTSA steps up battery investigation after third Chevy Volt catches fire

By Patrick Rall on November 11, 2011 - 1:22PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration will be intensifying their investigation the safety of the high voltage lithium ion batteries found in new electric vehicles after a 2011 Chevrolet Volt caught fire at an NHTSA testing facility.

BMW 1 Series receives 5 star safety rating

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on November 11, 2011 - 12:38PM

The BMW 1 Series has received a top score of 5 stars in the Euro NCAP crash test. This shows how safe the new compact BMW 1 Series truly is.

Neiman Marcus sells 10 special Ferrari FF supercars in just 50 minutes

By Patrick Rall on November 11, 2011 - 10:50AM

Each year, high end retailer Neiman Marcus features one special vehicle in their holiday catalog and for the 2011 holiday season, Neiman Marcus chose the unique new Ferrari FF – with all then examples of this limited edition Ferrari selling out in less than an hour from when the company began taking orders.

Weekly chart of Toyota stock for 11-11-2011

Toyota stock price dynamics still show bearish trend bias

By Frank Sherosky on November 11, 2011 - 10:40AM

The weekly chart of Toyota stock proves the dynamics of price do not lie, as the bearish fundamentals and problems of Toyota Motors hang on.

BMW takes aim at Lexus with 340-hp hybrid models

By Don Bain on November 10, 2011 - 9:58PM

BMW, the largest builder of luxury vehicles worldwide, is expanding their lineup of hybrids with 340-horsepower gas/electric versions of their two best sellers, clearly with designs on Lexus market share.

smart for two perceived quality plummets

Ford and Kia prosper with Hyundai; Smart and Scion plummet in perceived quality

By Keith Griffin on November 10, 2011 - 9:12PM

Automotive Leasing Guide's three year study of perceived quality bodes well for Ford, Kia and Hyundai who prosper but shows impending doom for smart, Scion, Mini and Mitsubishi who all plummet from 2008 to 2011.

Ford's new 1-liter EcoBoost engine delivers power and efficiency

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on November 10, 2011 - 8:51PM

Ford is packing a lot of power in its new 1-liter EcoBoost engine set to debut on the all-new 2012 Ford Focus. The Ford 1-liter EcoBoost engine delivers amazing performance, efficiency, and ultra-low emissions for its size.

Photo of 2012 Porsche GT3 RSR - Source: Porsche

Porsche grooms 911 GT3 RSR as top sport model for 2012 race season

By Frank Sherosky on November 10, 2011 - 8:38PM

According to the latest news out of Stuttgart, Germany, the top model of Porsche Motorsport's customer racing vehicles, the 911 GT3 RSR will head into the 2012 season with extensive modifications. Porsche also unveield 911 GT3 RSR's U.S. price.

Audi's A1 e-tron electric cars are put to the test in Munich

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on November 10, 2011 - 6:10PM

Audi has just started testing of its prototype electric car, the A1 e-tron. This premium subcompact electric car achieves an estimated 148mpg.

The 2012 Jaguar XJ Supercharged equipped with the Sport & Speed Pack. Jaguar ann

The 2012 Jaguar XJ gets Sport and Speed Performance Packs

By Don Bain on November 10, 2011 - 5:02PM

The 2012 Jaguar XJ returns with optional Sport and Speed packages adding to the look and feel of the executive sports car. These optional packages add enhanced performance and dynamic driving capability to luxurious appointments – a combination worthy of attention. The flagship Jaguar XJ sedan combines elegant good looks and sporting prowess into a delightfully road-worthy incarnation.

Cadillac CUE may be the new You

By Amanda Pierce on November 10, 2011 - 2:58PM

In the age of smartphone apps, touch screen tablets and Bluetooth technological advances the luxury automaker, Cadillac, has unearthed its Cadillac User Experience (CUE) at the CTIA Wireless show after four years in the making.

2012 Audi A7 on Track To Be North American Car of the Year

By Keith Griffin on November 10, 2011 - 12:56PM

If early indicators are any clue, the 2012 Audi A7 is on track to be the North American Car of the Year with its latest designations as car of the year by Automobile Magazine and the Motor Press Guild, the largest automotive press association in the United States.

Last Rides provides a stylish afterlife for the car guy

By Patrick Rall on November 10, 2011 - 11:49AM

The SEMA Show is chock full of unique automotive products but none are as unique and unusual as the custom automotive burial urns offered by the folks from Last Rides.

Chrysler dual clutch transmissions in question for 2012

By Patrick Rall on November 10, 2011 - 10:39AM

One of the new components in Chrysler’s fuel saving technologies being applied throughout their product lineup was the addition of a dual clutch transmission for the 2012 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger sedans but reports indicate that those new high tech transmissions will not be offered on 2012 model year vehicles.

2013 Chevrolet TrailBlazer Debuts with No Price, Little Powertrain Info

By Keith Griffin on November 10, 2011 - 7:45AM

The 2013 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has made its global debut without specific information about price and little information about powertrain at the opening of the Dubai International Motor Show in the Middle East.

GM responds to 2013 Cadillac XTS "premature" sneak peek

By Amanda Pierce on November 9, 2011 - 8:26PM

Ride like a Cadillac, sting like a bee: the accidental sneak peek of GM’s 2013 Cadillac XTS ahead of the 2011 L.A. Auto Show.

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