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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.

Ford F150, Escape investigations closed without additional recalls
By Patrick Rall on
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced the closer of investigations over the Ford F150 over concerns of fuel tank strap issues and the Ford Escape/Mercury Mariner over concerns of the rear lift gate window malfunctioning.
Saab’s request for government protection denied – bankruptcy appears imminent
By Patrick Rall on
We reported yesterday that Saab and parent company Swedish Automobile had filed for government protection from their unpaid suppliers and employees who are getting ever closer to forcing Saab into bankruptcy and today, Saab is one step closer to facing bankruptcy as the Swedish government has denied the automaker’s plea for protection.
Mercedes 2012 M-Class SUV patrols at NY Fashion Week
By KC Kelly on
The all new Mercedes 2012 M-Class SUV is the Mercedes’ Fashion Ranger vehicle that people will see on the streets of New York City this week during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week NY. This world renown show will be taking place at Lincoln Center from September 8-15, 2011.
BMW Group named automotive sector leader
By Frank Sherosky on
BMW Group has once again been recognized as the world’s most sustainable automotive company - Sector leader in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for seventh consecutive year.
Lexus and Dunlop team up for Lexus 2013 GS 350 tires
By KC Kelly on
Lexus and Dunlop are teaming up to make the ultimate in luxury. The all-new 2013 Lexus GS 350 is a stunning luxury sedan, and this new model will appear with Dunlop tires when the vehicle is introduced early next year.
Harley-Davidson's new ad trumps all for animal lovers
By KC Kelly on
Harley-Davidson Motor Company has just launched an innovative and interesting new advertising campaign that may just trump all others. The motorcycle company's advertisement was aired during the season premiere of Sons of Anarchy on the FX network and had animal lovers exhilarated.
Volkswagen debuts limited edition Polo & Vento in India
By KC Kelly on
Volkswagen, the German carmaker shared that it will be introducing a limited edition of two new and different models of its already established compact car, the Polo Breeze and its mid-sized sedan, the Vento Breeze. These vehicles will be showing up as the holiday season approaches.
Altair unveils world's first hydraulic-hybrid transit bus
By Frank Sherosky on
Altair ProductDesign, a global product development consultancy and wholly-owned subsidiary of Altair Engineering, Inc. in Troy, Michigan, today unveiled the world’s first series hydraulic hybrid transit bus, the LCO-140H.
Winnebago goes high tech and online to sell replacement parts
By Hawke Fracassa on
Winnebago Industries today created Winnebago Industries Interactive Parts – an online 3D interactive electronic parts catalog. The plan by the Iowa-based maker of motor homes and recreational vehicles is to make researching and ordering parts for Winnebago vehicles more accurate, convenient and fast.
2012 Fisker Karma soon available for rental in L.A.
By KC Kelly on
MPG Car Rental in Los Angeles will be offering for rental the new hybrid luxury sedan, the 2012 Fisker Karma. The LA car rental car company specializes in eco-friendly vehicles and is adding a truly stunning new addition to their already green fleet.
Autos using more aluminum than ever with still more to come
By Don Bain on
Automakers are accelerating the shift to aluminum from other materials for new vehicle construction, in the effort to safely and efficiently lower the weight of cars and light trucks, based on a new survey of North American automakers conducted by Ducker Worldwide.
Subaru's XV Crossover to be shown in Frankfurt Next Week
By Kate McLeod on
The 64th Frankfurt Motor Show's press days are less than a week away on September 13 and 14 and Subaru has a busy schedule at the show with its XV crossover concept.
Win one sweet Dodge Durango in Toyo Tires Ultimate Ride Sweepstakes
By Don Bain on
Toyo Tire USA has announced their largest promotion ever, the Ultimate Ride Sweepstakes, which will award one winner with a set of Toyo tires each week while one lucky winner will get the Grand Prize – a custom 2011 Dodge Durango.
American Le Mans Green Racecars on Pennsylvania Avenue
By Don Bain on
The American Le Mans Series (ALMS) reported it reduced petroleum usage by nearly 50 percent in its most recent race, as examples of their Green Racecars lined Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C. yesterday.
GM Design merits “Cool Places to Work” designation
By Don Bain on
GM Design, reportedly the industry's first and largest automotive design facility worldwide, has been named one of Crain's 2011 "Cool Places to Work," based on the ability to communicate with employees, attract/retain talent and create a productive work environment, among other criteria.
Scuderi Split-Cycle Engine achieves 65 MPG under simulation study
By Frank Sherosky on
Scuderi Group today released findings from a computer simulation study conducted by Southwest Research Institute (SwRI), an internationally recognized, independent research laboratory, measuring the performance of the Scuderi Engine modeled against the European class of “high economy” vehicles.
Cyclone Power Technologies stock steps up to fully reporting with the SEC
By Frank Sherosky on
This is significant for stock investors. Cyclone Power Technologies (Pink Sheets: CYPW), developer of the all-fuel, clean-tech Cyclone Engine, announced today that it is now a fully-reporting company with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Company provides electric car training as EV production creates more jobs
By KC Kelly on
With more and more electrical cars on the road every day, the need for trained and skilled mechanics to work on these cars for production and maintenance is rapidly growing. More and more workers with renewable energy certifications and technical electronic certifications are needed in today’s workforce.
Hyundai i30 saves surprises for its debut in Frankfurt Auto Show
By KC Kelly on
Hyundai is set to debut the all-new i30 at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show next week and there are some surprises waiting. For instance, the public still does not know a few important factors about the new vehicle.
NADAguides aid students in finding small, safe and inexpensive vehicles
By KC Kelly on
Young people and students on budgets are looking for small, safe and not overly priced vehicles for school and work. The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze LTZ version was named as a top pick for students this year.
2013 Ford Mustang Boss 302
The 2013 Ford Mustang Boss 302 to get new colors, stripes and technology
By Patrick Rall on
The 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 could very well be the greatest Mustang of all time but thanks to some leaked documents and screenshots from a SpeedTV program about the new Boss, we have an idea of what Ford plans to do in order to make the 2013 Mustang Boss 302 even better – including some new colors options, vintage-styled stripes and Ford’s Sync system.
FordDirect offers texting for immediate information for Ford car shoppers
By KC Kelly on
FordDirect has just announced that they are adding a new text messaging service to help customers quickly and efficiently get information sent directly to their cellular phones about buying Ford cars. This service has generated a “14% lead conversion rate by integrating mobile elements into all print, television advertising,” according to a PR Newswire Press Release.
GM with boost from Buick sets August sales record in China
By Keith Griffin on
GM and its domestic partners in China had a record August with sales up 13.4 percent year over year. Total sales on an annualized basis were 205,885 units with Buick being a strong driving force.
Saab files for government protection, plans reorganization
By Patrick Rall on
Saab and parent company Swedish Automobile were once again unable to pay their workers in August and with creditors from around the world bearing down on them for money owed, Saab has officially filed for government protection with the intention of reorganization to save the struggling automaker.
China is asking GM for Valuable Chevy Volt Information in Exchange for Market Access
By Kate McLeod on
China wants GM to share valuable technology information about Chevy Volt to give the company access to its market with subsidies.
Fuel efficient 2012 Ford Fiesta helps student thank teachers on Teacher's Day
By KC Kelly on
A woman named Sivasankari from India drove the all-new 2012 Ford Fiesta approximately 400 miles on Teacher’s Day so that she could personally thank her teachers for making who she is today. She shares all the wonderful features of the Ford Fiesta as she takes and video-tapes her journey.
Jaguar details C-XI6 hybrid concept ahead of 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show
By Keith Griffin on
Jaguar has released extensive details on the hot new concept ‘One plus One’ Jaguar C-X16 that will be unveiled at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show that opens to the media on Sept. 13.
Ford UAW members draw closer to striking
By Patrick Rall on
According to multiple sources including the Detroit News, the 42 Union Auto Worker’s Locals around the country were asked to place their votes on whether or not they are willing to go on strike and while not all of those Locals have reported their results, those who have announced their results are 97% in favor of walking out.
New Fisker Surf shooting brake concept to Frankfurt 2011
By Patrick Rall on
While the Fisker Karma electric-hybrid luxo-performance sedan is getting ever closer to meeting its production deadline, the newest conceptual model from the innovative automaker is due to make its grand debut at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show with the introduction of the new Fisker Surf.
BMW the Official Luxury Automobile of Big Ten Conference
By Don Bain on
BMW of North America has announced a partnership with the Big Ten Conference, the oldest Division I college conference in the U.S., to become the official luxury automobile of the 2011-2012 seasons covering football, men’s and women’s basketball, baseball and Olympic sports programs.
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