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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.

Key Innovations timeline by Cadillac includes the electric starter

Thanks Cadillac for the electric self starter, now 100 years old

By Frank Sherosky on February 22, 2012 - 12:21PM EST

Starting a car today is so taken for granted. But a century ago, the electric starter that debuted in the 1912 Cadillac Touring Edition helped establish Cadillac’s reputation as a test bed of technology and innovation.

Honda recalls 45k+ Odyssey minivans over liftgate failures

By Patrick Rall on February 22, 2012 - 12:20PM EST

American Honda and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration have announced a recall of over 45,000 Honda Odyssey minivans over a concern that the gas strut components of the power rear liftgate system could fail prematurely and lead to the door falling unexpectedly.

Mazda struggling, seeking $2 billion+ through stock, loans

By Patrick Rall on February 22, 2012 - 11:34AM EST

Mazda is in poor financial condition, having warned investors to expect a loss for 2011 that could amount to $1.3 billion US Dollars and now reports indicate that the Japanese automaker could try to improve their financial situation through issuance of new company stock and some substantial loans.

GM Powertrain Engineering Development Center in Turin, Italy

2013 Chevy Cruise Diesel roots run deep with Euro connections

By Frank Sherosky on February 22, 2012 - 10:56AM EST

Diesel engines, first invented in Europe, have long been known for their fuel efficiency and power. So, when General Motors Company (NYSE: GM) opted to add the engine to its 2013 Chevy Cruze, its Euro roots and connections at the GM Powertrain Engineering Development Center in Turin, Italy became the obvious choice.

Fisker Automotive says rumors of impending bankruptcy premature

By David Herron on February 22, 2012 - 1:37AM EST

Henrik Fisker says production of the Fisker Karma is not dependent on Dept of Energy loans, and that the company is pursuing a "plan B" to fund the company independently from private investors to prevent the company from being a political football.

Tesla announces prices and options for the 2012 Tesla S

By Don Bain on February 21, 2012 - 9:53PM EST

Tesla has announced the full line of model S trim levels, prices and options which include three range-determining battery options, four trim levels and a price range from $49,900 for the basic model to $97,900 for the pick of the litter 2012 Tesla S Signature Performance model.

Consumers holding on to new cars for longer - Find out why

By Anthony Faccenda on February 21, 2012 - 8:53PM EST

A new study by Polk has found the the average length of new and used car ownership has drastically increased since the economic-downturn in 2008.

Gasoline prices over the last few years, courtesy GasBuddy.com

Gingrich is wrong on both gun racks in Chevy Volts and US energy policy

By David Herron on February 21, 2012 - 7:23PM EST

During a campaign sweep through Georgia last weekend, Newt Gingrich had some interesting things to say about the ability of a Chevy Volt to carry a gun rack, and his fantasy of returning to $2.50 a gallon gasoline.

Exclusive SUV meets performance in a sexy wrap

Look at This Lamborghini SUV Muscle With A Sleek Wrapping

By Nicolas Zart on February 21, 2012 - 4:43PM EST

Anyone who remembers the eternal LM002 asks when will Lamborghini make another memorable SUV.

Consumer Reports strongly supports developing Crash Avoidance Systems

By Don Bain on February 21, 2012 - 4:24PM EST

Consumer Reports is in full support of a new Crash Avoidance System being developed by a collaboration of government, universities and automakers, that involves vehicles communicating between themselves, essentially mapping out etiquette and right of way concerns even if their drivers don’t.

A screenshot from the Ferrari teaser video

The most powerful Ferrari ever to debut on Feb 29th

By Patrick Rall on February 21, 2012 - 2:06PM EST

Ferrari introduced a new video yesterday morning teasing what the Italian automaker is calling the “most powerful Ferrari ever” – presumably leading to the world debut of the new Ferrari F620 GT.

The Ferrari Enzo replacement could pack 920hp

By Patrick Rall on February 21, 2012 - 12:18PM EST

The engineers at Ferrari are reportedly working on a new 7.3L V12 that will make an appearance in a variety of upcoming Italian supercars including the F70 - the model slated to replace the flagship Ferrari Enzo by the end of this calendar year complete with a hybrid drive system and a power output that could creep over the 900hp mark.

A new teaser image of the 2013 SRT Viper hits the net

By Patrick Rall on February 21, 2012 - 11:27AM EST

The Chrysler Group has dropped the newest teaser image of the upcoming 2013 SRT Viper but unfortunately – this image shows far less than the first shot we got a few weeks ago.

FIAT Muscling In On The 82nd Geneva International Motor Show With The Fiat Abarth And 500

By Nicolas Zart on February 21, 2012 - 10:52AM EST

FIAT a few surprises for 82nd Geneva Motor Show, the FIAT 500 with Abarth colors and a tantalizing Lancia.

2013 Mazda CX-5 gets 'Seuss-ifed' in new ad campaign

By Anthony Faccenda on February 20, 2012 - 11:20PM EST

Mazda has partnered with the Universal Pictures animated film 'The Lorax' on a unique ad campaign.

Ford's open source OpenXC platform as gateway to future high tech car gizmos

By David Herron on February 20, 2012 - 2:18PM EST

Ford (and other automakers) envision future cars with high tech infotainment systems galore where car dashboards could have downloadable app's just like todays smart phones and tablets. With the OpenXC platform Ford is creating a channel for open collaboration with 3rd party application developers, allowing them to use cars like the Ford Focus to prototype their gizmos.

Test drive electric cars for free than make up your mind

Test Ride Electric Cars For Free

By Nicolas Zart on February 20, 2012 - 1:55PM EST

If rental car companies are going to allow you to test drive electric cars at your leisure, another way will be free events.

Ducati up for sale Mercedes-Benz AMG and VW interested

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on February 20, 2012 - 10:59AM EST

Ducati, the well known Italian motorcycle brand, is reportedly going up for sale. It has been reported that several companies that are looking into acquiring the Italian motorcycle brand include Volkswagen and Mercedes-Benz AMG division.

The 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Coupe in Infernao Orange Metallic

The 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 build page is live

By Patrick Rall on February 20, 2012 - 9:13AM EST

A few weeks ago we brought you the news that the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 production had began and prospective buyers could once again head to their local dealerships for more ordering information and now, those who are more “hopeful” than prospective buyers can build their dream super Camaro on the Chevrolet website.

Biofuels market to double by 2021 says Pike Research

By Aaron Turpen on February 20, 2012 - 8:31AM EST

Pike Research estimates that the global biofuels market will double by 2021 to $185.3 billion from the current $82.7 billion, but that this increased production will still fall short of demand.

Swedish man found alive after two months snowbound in car

By Don Bain on February 19, 2012 - 11:20PM EST

Yesterday, a Swedish man was found huddled in a sleeping bag in the backseat of his snowbound SUV, where he had been stranded since December.

What recession - Ferrari reports revenue and sales records for 2011

By Anthony Faccenda on February 19, 2012 - 10:17PM EST

Despite economic upheaval in Europe, luxury sport car manufacturer Ferrari reported its highest ever revenue and sales in 2011.

Google self-driving car prototype built on a Toyota Prius

How will RoboCars work, and when will we have RoboCar's?

By David Herron on February 19, 2012 - 8:44PM EST

The RoboCar vision offers huge gains in accident rates, erasing traffic congestion and more, but is it pie in the sky or will we actually have self-driving robotic cars roaming our cities in the future? Today Google's Self-Driving car project does have modified Toyota Prius's roaming the streets, primarily in Silicon Valley, prototyping the RoboCar's of the future.

RoboCar's could save our cities, according to Brad Templeton

By David Herron on February 19, 2012 - 8:28PM EST

In 20 years or so our cities could start seeing automated self-driving RoboCars driving themselves around, relieving us of drudgery, reducing traffic accident rates, enabling better use of the land tied up by roads, making electric cars more practical, and generally saving the world. Google's Self-Driving Car project is today using modified Toyota Prius's to prototype the robotic cars of the future.

The 2012 Prius c in a pre-production model. Photo by Don Bain

An overview of the brilliant, breakthrough 2012 Toyota Prius c

By Don Bain on February 19, 2012 - 6:56PM EST

The 2012 Toyota Prius c will arrive at dealerships next month as a triumph of ergonomic engineering in an over 50-mpg hybrid with a breakthrough price under $20K.

Julien Welsch on a daily routine to work

Motorcycle Acrobatics That Will Make You Wish You Could Do It

By Nicolas Zart on February 19, 2012 - 6:18PM EST

Julien Welsch knows motorcycles, he lives motorcycles, he breathes them and he can do acrobatics you and I can only dream of.

Porsche Macan: The Baby Cayenne

By Steve Odland on February 19, 2012 - 5:59PM EST

Porsche is planning to introduce the Macan for the 2014 model year. It will be the smallest SUV built by Porsche but in some ways it will be closer to its roots than the larger models.

Mini Clubvan concept revealed ahead of Geneva Auto Show

By Aaron Turpen on February 19, 2012 - 12:19AM EST

The Mini Clubvan is a personal-commercial hauler meant to showcase style in what is often otherwise a boring squared-off market segment. Of course, being from BMW, it is aimed at upscale use and will likely have a price tag to match.

Cadillac named most-desired auto brand in America by men

By Frank Sherosky on February 18, 2012 - 10:25PM EST

Cadillac is the most-desired automotive brand in the United States by men, according to results of a market research test by a company that studies emotional connections.

Teen fatalities rise as accident rates fall

By Don Bain on February 18, 2012 - 6:28PM EST

More teenagers are dying in fewer accidents according to a study released by the Governors Highway Safety Association last week, possibly due to the smaller, quicker cars young drivers are likely to operate.

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