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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.

The 2011 Dodge Challenger SRT8 392 makes 452rwhp
By Patrick Rall on
Edmund’s Inside Line got ahold of the 2011 Dodge Challenger SRT8 392 for a test session and while they had it, they strapped the new muscle car to the dyno – making an amazing 452 rear wheel horsepower.
Cracker Barrel Will Offer EV Fill Ups in Tennessee
By Keith Griffin on
Your electric car could be juicing up on power while you’re filling up on comfort food at Cracker Barrel restaurants throughout Tennessee starting this spring in a pilot electric-vehicle charging program.
Auto Sales Could Grow 70 Percent By 2015
By Keith Griffin on
A leading automotive analyst predicts U.S. auto sales will be back to 2001 levels of 17 million by 2015 – a 70 percent increase over the levels reached in 2009. Sales for 2010 are projected to be about 11.2 million.
Ford to offer rearview cameras in most models by the end of 2011
By Patrick Rall on
Rearview cameras have become the next big thing in the luxury segment but after the NHTSA announced that they would be mandating these “backup cameras” by 2014, Ford Motor Company has announced that they will offer this technology on almost all of their models by the end of 2011.
NASCAR going to ethanol in 2011
By Patrick Rall on
NASCAR has long been known for high performance, gas guzzling V8 engines but starting in early 2011, every lap run in NASCAR sanctioned events will be powered by Sunoco Green E15 Ethanol.
Honda Element Will Cease Production
By Keith Griffin on
It’s another blow for quirky vehicles as Honda announces it will phase out production of the Honda Element after the 2011 model year.
Details for the 2012 Buick Verano leaked
By Patrick Rall on
Information from an inter-company document sent to Buick dealerships has been posted online by GM Insider, including possible trimlines and prices for the new compact Buick that will be produced in the Orion Assembly Plant in Michigan.
General Motors deposits $4 billion into pension fund
By Patrick Rall on
General Motors has announced that they will deposit $4 billion of the proceeds from their recent Initial Public Offering (IPO) to help their pension fund climb partially out of its $17 billion deficit.
Mopar offers their Top 10 Christmas gift ideas
By Patrick Rall on
Chrysler’s aftermarket division offers the Top 10 Mopar-branded Christmas gift ideas for 2010 with a collection of goodies ranging from $9 to $11,000.
The 2012 Nissan GT-R goes 0-60 in 2.9 seconds
By Patrick Rall on
Nissan introduced the 2012 GT-R at the 2010 LA Auto Show, packing 45 more horsepower and a handful of subtle physical refinements but today they announced even bigger news – the 2012 GT-R can rip from 0-60mph in just 2.9 seconds.
The Camaro leads the Mustang, Challenger in November sales
By Patrick Rall on
Thanks to the folks at Dodge, the modern horsepower war is about to heat up even more with the 470hp Challenger SRT8 392 but for now, the Chevy Camaro claims to the top spot in the muscle car class.
General Motors
General Motors leads the US market in November 2010 sales
By Patrick Rall on
General Motors had a strong showing in November 2010, with all four of their existing brands showing year over year growth along with the company selling more vehicles than any other automaker in the US market.
Ford Sales
Ford forges ahead in November, leads everyone in sales
By Patrick Rall on
November 2010 was a good month for the Ford Motor Company, with their two existing brands both showing year over year growth and the Ford brand taking the honors of the best-selling brand in America.
Ram and Jeep brands lead the pack for Chrysler in November
By Patrick Rall on
Chrysler’s Ram and Jeep brands were tops in the American auto industry last month in terms of growth over last year, helping the Chrysler Group to show a 17% improvement over November 2009.
A Look at GM's Safety Dummies
By Keith Griffin on
Forget those adorable crash test dummies from TV campaigns of the past, GM’s safety dummies are technological wizards and can cost upwards of $500,000 each.
Lincoln Snags a Top Designer from Cadillac
By Keith Griffin on
Any doubts about Lincoln’s designs have been all but erased with its poaching of Cadillac’s exterior design director Max Wolff, who played a major role in executing the popular CTS-V.
First Ford Transit Connect Taxi in U.S. Delivered To Boston
By Keith Griffin on
Boston and New York have a great rivalry in baseball but now Boston can claim bragging rights in the taxi game with the announcement that the first Transit Connect taxi in the U.S. will be located there.
Hyundai Sonata
Hyundai Sonata pulls in prizes gaining in brand recognition
By Jeffrey Zygmont on
Four recent awards for the 2011 Hyundai Sonata add up to wide-ranging praise for the mid-size family sedan. Hyundai touts other independent measurements that show steady gains for the auto brand as a whole.
The 2011 Honda Insight gets a new low-priced entry trimline
By Patrick Rall on
Honda Motor Company has announced that he 2011 Insight Hybrid is now on sale and for 2011, the Prius-fighter receives a new low priced trimline and a handful of new standard features.
The Ram brand introduces new commercial colors
By Patrick Rall on
Competing in the super tight heavy duty pickup market is all about offering everything that your consumer could ask for and the Ram brand has taken that a step further with 19 new colors for commercial buyers of the 2011 Ram 2500 – 5500 models and Ram Chassis cabs.
Internet Car and Truck of the Year winners announced
By Patrick Rall on
This morning, the Internet Car(s) and Truck of the Year were announced and in the second year of the award where Average Joes and Internet Pros pick the top vehicles of the year, there has been a clean sweep for American automakers.
Audi unveils the redesigned 2012 A6
By Patrick Rall on
Last night, Audi pulled the sheets off of the redesigned 2012 A6, which is expected to make its public debut early next year (perhaps the 2011 Detroit Auto Show) and along with the standard gas and diesel engines; there will be a hybrid version shortly after the initial launch.
Toyota Prius hybrid car expense
Expense of Owning a Hybrid Comes in Different Ways
By Keith Griffin on
While it’s common knowledge that hybrids are going to cost you more to buy, a new report finds the cost of ownership is going to be more ways that owners may not have thought of.
Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed coming in spring 2011
By Patrick Rall on
Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit hit shelves earlier this month and already, the folks at Electronic Arts have the next installment of the NFS series in progress - and TorqueNews.com has already played the next Need for Speed.
Hyundai is first in customer love per brand survey
By Jeffrey Zygmont on
A wide-ranging study finds that Hyundai enjoys more consumer loyalty than any other auto company, beating even the big-name luxury brands by a large margin. In fact, Hyundai cars and crossovers get more love from their owners than almost all other brand-name products.

General Motors to auction off first retail 2011 Chevy Volt for Detroit Public Schools
By Patrick Rall on
During an event at the Detroit Hamtramck to celebrate the production of the 2011 Chevy Volt, GM North America President Mark Reuss announced that the first 2011 Chevy Volt built for the retail market would be auctioned off to benefit the Detroit Public School system.
NHTSA launches investigation of 2006 Honda CRV over possible door fires
By Patrick Rall on
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration has launched an investigation into the 2006 Honda CR-V due to reported fires in the driver’s door caused by an overheating window switch.
Bentley announces management changes
By Patrick Rall on
Bentley Motors has announced that former vice president of research and development from Porsche Auto Group will be taking over the position of Chairman and CEO of Bentley, effective February 1, 2011.
Jaguar Land Rover recalls 2956 LR2s over airbag risk
By Patrick Rall on
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced that Jaguar Land Rover North America is recalling 2,956 LR2s over a possible airbag failure.
Toyota to repair 650,000 Prius models for high heat risks
By Patrick Rall on
Toyota has announced that they will repair over 650,000 Prius hybrids due to a concern over cooling system failures but the Japanese automaker is vehement that this is not another Toyota recall.
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