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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.

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.
Rolls-Royce shows off stunning convertible
By Hawke Fracassa on
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars spent the Independence Day weekend showing off a special Phantom Drophead Coupé, a hand-crafted luxury car that delivers a striking blue exterior and an awesome roof-down driving experience.
GM rearranges deck chairs in global product development
By Frank Sherosky on
In a letter supposedly dated June 1, 2011 from the desk of Mary Barra, Senior Vice President of Global Product Development, the global product development team of General Motors (NYSE: GM) received news of a deep rearrangement of personnel. Question is, is it real or another shapeshifting event ala GM's past?
Premium XPLORE Jeep Grand Cherokee introduced
By Hawke Fracassa on
Adrian, Mich.-based Venchurs has introduced its XPLORE Grand Cherokee, a hand-assembled, special edition Jeep for enthusiasts who thirst for a premium sport-utility vehicle.
Toyota invests in jobs, technology to woo U.S. buyers
By Hawke Fracassa on
Technological upgrades and adding auto worker jobs in America are high on the agenda for 2012 at Toyota, which aims to make its cars and trucks lighter, better built and more fuel-efficient than ever before, while maintaining or improving safety features.
BP Statistical Review 2011 helps reveal truths about natural gas supplies
By Frank Sherosky on
The message here is this: In light of the BP Statistical Review 2011, Americans should not be suffering with high prices for energy.
OnStar paying special attention to China with Mobile App launch
By Frank Sherosky on
Lest you think telematics in America is the only thing on the mind of General Motors (NYSE:GM), think again. Shanghai OnStar Telematics recently launched its mobile application for subscribers across China.
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