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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.

Chevy Volt owners plug-in to the sun
By Frank Sherosky on
It was bound to happen eventually, a 2011 Chevrolet Volt plugged-in to a solar array. And Chevrolet is proud enough to tout the good news on its media page.
GM Arlington Plant
GM to invest $331 million in Arlington plant, add 110 jobs
By Patrick Rall on
General Motors has announced yet another multi-million dollar factory investment – this time spending $331 million on their Arlington, Texas SUV plant to prepare for the production of future models.
Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines get their own license plates
By Hawke Fracassa on
For the first time military veterans in Michigan can buy license plates beginning next week that promote the branch of the armed forces that they served in.
NHTSA considering mandating "black box" recorders in all cars
By Roman Rosa on
Every airliner you fly in contains a "black box" which records every conceivable detail about the aircraft, including its vital signs, its location, direction and flight path, and what is being said in the cockpit. These black boxes (which are actually bright orange) are designed to survive the most extreme of impacts and are waterproof as well as fire resistant to almost 2000 degrees
NCSR looking for the most dangerous intersections in the U.S.
By Don Bain on
The National Coalition for Safer Roads (NCSR) has issued a call to drivers asking them to submit dangerous intersections as part of a national movement to make our worst intersections safer. It is estimated there will be more than 400 traffic fatalities and 39,400 injuries from motor vehicle collisions over the Memorial Day weekend.
Ram plug-in hybrid pickup
Chrysler's Ram brand delivers its first plug-in hybrid pickups
By Patrick Rall on
Chrysler announced over a year ago that they were working with the Department of Energy to put together a demonstration fleet of plug-in electric hybrid Ram 1500 pickups and yesterday, the Ram brand delivered the first 10 PHEV Ram 1500s to the municipal services group of Yuma Arizona.
First Quarter auto sales buoyed by expanding loan policies
By Don Bain on
Auto manufacturers across the board have been claiming sales increases in the 10 to 30 percent range in the first quarter of 2011, as compared to the same period last year. Now Experian Automotive has reported the share of loans to credit-challenged new vehicle shoppers grew by 11.1 percent in the first quarter of 2011 compared to 2010.
Emissions from traffic congestion cause 2,200 premature deaths annually
By Don Bain on
It’s known that the air near major intersections where traffic stagnates is highly polluted with particulate matter. Now a study by the Harvard Center for Risk Analysis (HCRA) at the School of Public Health projects the additional emissions from traffic congestion in the nation's 83 largest urban areas lead to more than 2,200 premature deaths in the U.S. last year.
New license plate honors fallen U.S. military personnel
By Hawke Fracassa on
Michigan has begun offering special Gold Star license plates to families who wish to honor loved ones who have died while on active duty in the U.S. military.
Motorcycle safety a growing priority in Michigan
By Hawke Fracassa on
New Michigan Secretary of State Ruth Johnson says a top priority is motorcycle safety. To make that point, Johnson (pictured) got on a Harley at Oakland Community College in Farmington Hills and drove around to preach to the uninitiated.
GMAC Insurance Test Finds Men Are Better Drivers
By Keith Griffin on
The annual GMAC Insurance National Drivers Test has settled it once and for all: men are better drivers than women, at least when it comes to knowledge of driving laws.
Ford Explorer 2011 Technology Requires Reviews by Drivers Too
By Armen Hareyan on
Ford Explorer 2011 is an exciting car and its advanced technology may appeal to younger drivers and families, but the tech features require good review before one drives it.
Mopar MoVenture
Calling all Chrysler fans - introducing the Mopar MoVenture
By Patrick Rall on
Chrysler’s Mopar division has announced the MoVenture - a cross-country road rally and scavenger hunt pitting 10 teams of hardcore Mopar enthusiasts head to head as the groups race from Detroit to Golden Colorado in 2011 and 2012 Chrysler vehicles.
Canadian Auto Workers concerned about Impala production in Detroit
By Patrick Rall on
Yesterday we brought you the news that General Motors will produce the next generation Chevrolet Impala at the Detroit Hamtramck plant – leaving us wondering what the workers currently building the Impala think about the move and we already have a statement from the Canadian Auto Workers’ head.
Ford Focus makes history with two Euro NCAP Advanced awards
By Frank Sherosky on
Stephen Odell, Chairman and CEO of Ford of Europe, accepted two Euro NCAP Advanced awards from Dr. Andre Seeck, President of Euro NCAP, a first in the history of Euro ENCAP.
Next generation Corvette could feature a turbocharged V8
By Patrick Rall on
According to the Detroit Bureau, General Motors is working on a small displacement, high revving V8 for the next generation Chevrolet Corvette that will use turbocharging to mimic the performance of likes of Lamborghini, Porsche and Ferrari.
Wildlife Federation lauds EPA fuel stickers
By Hawke Fracassa on
The National Wildlife Federation on Friday praised the use of new fuel-efficiency stickers that will start appearing on vehicles' windows in 2013 because of a new directive introduced Wednesday by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
ASME 2011 Turbo Expo to feature turbine expertise of Concepts NREC
By Frank Sherosky on
Concepts NREC, a world leader in turbomachinery-focused design and development, CAE/CAM software and manufacturing services, will have significant presence at the ASME 2011 Turbine Technical Conference and Exposition (ASME 2011 Turbo Expo) June 6-10 at the Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre in Vancouver, B.C.
2011 Audi A3
2011 Audi A3 rocks fuel-efficiency rankings
By Hawke Fracassa on
The 2011 Audi A3, a $30,000 car that averages 35 mpg, was the runaway winner in the latest NADAguides rankings of most fuel-efficient vehicles. The 3 won in three categories as the most fuel-efficient car on the road in the sedan, luxury and sports car classes.
Most of us say we're not ready for electric cars
By Hawke Fracassa on
There is strong anti-electric car sentiment among Americans who say overwhelmingly that they don't think they're quite ready to own cars and trucks that aren't powered by gasoline or diesel fuel, according to a Gallup Poll of Americans commissioned by USA Today.
Sirius XM Radio stock (Nasdaq: SIRI) hits $2.42 for second time in three weeks
By Frank Sherosky on
When a special report on 5/13 by CNBC brought Sirius XM Radio stock (Nasdaq: SIRI) to the forefront of investors’ minds, the charts which told the story were looking for a possible retest of some swing lows. Today, it may be communicating the start of testing swing highs by completing the test and closing higher at $2.325 while hitting a $2.42 high, a level not seen since July, 2008.
BMW's new technology may end automotive collisions with bikes
By Don Bain on
The German manufacturer announced they are developing technology that can extrapolate when a vehicle is about to turn into oncoming traffic. The system is called Turn Left Assistant, and it can alert drivers of cars, trucks and motorcycles with a heads up display, even braking the car when necessary.
Tesla going far with its smog-free Roadster
By Hawke Fracassa on
The Tesla Roadster 2.5 has become iconic for "best of both worlds." The stylish six-figure sports car not only delivers the equivalent of an almost unbelievable 124 miles per gallon on an electric charge but also is expected to snag a perfect greenhouse gas and smog emissions rating from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Torque News remembers Mark Haines (1946-2011) of CNBC Squawk On the Street
By Frank Sherosky on
In a shock to auto stock sector readers at Torque News, Mark Haines, founding anchor of CNBC’s morning Squawk Box program and later co-anchor of Squawk on the Street passed away Tuesday evening at age 65.
Cars you should know: Lamborghini Countach
By Roman Rosa on
There is nothing, and I mean absolutely nothing that could prepare the automotive world for the Lamborghini Countach. This car single-handedly punched every other super car in its face and stole its girlfriend.
Win a NASCAR-inspired 2011 Dodge Charger R/T
By Patrick Rall on
The Kurt Busch Foundation has announced a raffle with an incredible grand prize – a customized 2011 Dodge Charger R/T featuring upgrades and styling based on Kurt Busch’s #22 Penske Charger race car and the Mopar Redline Charger that debuted at the 2010 SEMA Show.
Chevrolet Camaro Convertible to lead the field at the 100th Indy 500
By Patrick Rall on
When the field takes the track this Sunday around noon for the 100th running of the famous Indianapolis 500 a 2011 Chevrolet Camaro SS Convertible will serve as the pace car – the 22nd time a Chevrolet has lead the field and the 7th time the fabled Chevy pony car has been selected as the Indy 500 pace car.
EPA releases new fuel economy new car window stickers for 2013 model year vehicles
By John Matras on
Beginning with the 2013 model year, a new car window sticker--called a "monroney" in the trade--will be required by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Transportation. The new sticker design will display the same fuel economy information but with a different emphasis and add new data based on new assumptions.
NASCAR Toyota driver Kyle Busch nailed for 128 in a 45
By Patrick Rall on
NASCAR racer Kyle Busch makes a living roaring around stock car tracks in his Toyota Camry race car at speeds nearing 200mph but the young gun is in hot water after being ticketed for careless driving and reckless driving for traveling at speeds almost three times the legal limit near his home in North Carolina.
Euro NCAP a catalyst for safety improvements to new EV designs
By Frank Sherosky on
Euro NCAP, officially known as European New Car Assessment Program, organizes crash-tests and provides motoring consumers with a realistic and independent assessment of the safety performance of some of the most popular cars sold in Europe. That now includes plug-in electric vehicles.
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