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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.

NASCAR to run fuel injection in 2012
By Patrick Rall on
This morning, NASCAR announced that their flagship racing circuit – the Sprint Cup Series – will join the age of electronic technology as all cars will be required to run a fuel injection system in the 2012 season.
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Volkswagen diesels facing fuel pump recall
By Patrick Rall on
Volkswagen Auto Group is currently under investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for a possible problem relating to their fuel pump and should the government agency find it to be faulty, the German automaker could be variety of popular vehicles.
Renault to debut the Captur crossover at the Geneva Motor Show
By Patrick Rall on
When the Geneva Motor Show opens next month, Renault will unveil the new Captur Concept, the second of the six concept vehicles to be debuted as part of the automakers new brand identity.
Chrysler increases reimbursement for consumers with special needs
By Patrick Rall on
Chrysler announced yesterday at the National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association in Daytona Beach Florida that they were increasing their reimbursement program value to $1,000 for those consumers who require the assistance of items like wheelchair lifts or hand-controlled throttle and brake mechanisms.
Lexus supercar buyers to get racetrack training
By Don Bain on
It seems if you’re one of the lucky few planning to buy a $375,000 Lexus LFA, you have the option of a day at the Infineon Racetrack in Sonoma, CA to learn how to handle the 552 horsepower supercar next March.
The 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan R/T debuts at the Chicago Auto Show
By Patrick Rall on
The Chrysler Group has been tossing around the idea of a performance oriented version of their popular minivans for some time and with the introduction of the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan R/T, company CEO Ralph Gilles’ vision of the “man van” materialized into a production vehicle.
Battle Brewing Over Most Watched Automotive Commercials ever
By Keith Griffin on
Two automobile commercials, Volkswagen's Darth Vader spot and Chevrolet's Miss Evelyn’s Wild Ride in a Camaro, are being touted as the most watched automotive television commercials ever, but how can that be?
Ford stock gaps upward on open on debt reduction announcement
By Frank Sherosky on
After reporting a buyback of preferred stock to reduce debt, Ford stock (NYSE: F) opened higher at the open and holds its gains.
Big 3 salaried workers to receive huge bonuses
By Patrick Rall on
Earlier this week, TorqueNews reported that General Motors would be paying their hourly workers an average bonus of around $3,000 for the 2010 year and today rumors are soaring that the salaried employees could see bonuses as high as 50% of their annual pay.
Five Best Things To See at the Chicago Auto Show
By Keith Griffin on
The Chicago Auto Show, which officially opens today and runs through Feb. 20 at McCormick Place, has lots to do but here are the TorqueNews five best things to see at the show.
GM researchers to guide Center for Child Injury Prevention Studies
By Frank Sherosky on
Researchers from General Motors are helping to guide the faculty of the Child Injury Prevention Studies (CChIPS) to identify opportunities for improvement of safety belt performance for child occupants.
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Robbie Gordon joins Dodge for 2011 NASCAR season
By Patrick Rall on
Chrysler’s official blog RedLetterDodge announced yesterday that Robbie Gordon Racing have partnered with Dodge Motorsports to run 2011 Dodge Charger stock cars for the 2011 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series.
Ram brand announces free Hemi engines for 2011 Ram 1500s
By Patrick Rall on
February is Ram Truck Month and to celebrate this featured month in what brand CEO Fred Diaz is calling the Year of the Ram, Chrysler’s all-truck brand is offering free Hemi upgrades on all applicable 2011 Ram 1500 pickups.
Ford to use 2011 Geneva Motor Show as stage for its suite of technologies
By Frank Sherosky on
Think in terms of a series of major new vehicle and customer focused technology announcements for the 81st Geneva Motor Show beginning March 1st.
EV Power Stations spell impending doom for Gas Stations
By Don Bain on
The big news in Chicago today is the deal to get Electric Auto Charging Stations placed throughout the Windy City by a California firm. By the end of the year the company will install some 280 EV Power Stations throughout the sprawling metropolis.
Not so fast with that government apology to Toyota, Mr. Cavuto
By Frank Sherosky on
While Neil Cavuto of Your World on FOX wants the government to apologize to Toyota, I say sit back and consider the situation in its totality.
The 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 could debut at the NYC Auto Show
By Patrick Rall on
Dodge debuted the new 392 cubic inch Hemi in the 2011 Dodge Challenger at the LA Auto Show, followed by the reveal yesterday of the Charger SRT8 at the Chicago Auto Show and if internet rumors prove to be true, the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 could make its debut at the 2011 New York Auto Show.
Ferrari changes name of F150 racer after Ford sues
By Patrick Rall on
A few weeks ago, TorqueNews brought you the news of the newest Ferrari F1 racer, which was named the F150 in honor of the 150th anniversary of the unification of Italy but Ford Motor Company didn’t like Ferrari using the F150 name so yesterday, FMC filed suit against the Italian supercar builder.
The new Hyundai Veloster rally car makes its 2011 Chicago Auto Show debut
By Patrick Rall on
Last week, Hyundai teased their new rally car in a single high-flying picture and yesterday, the new Veloster Rally Car made its debut at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show.
EIA projects gasoline retail prices to average 3.15 per gallon in 2011
By Frank Sherosky on
The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) issued its Short Term Energy Outlook update, which shows the trend for gasoline rising to $3.30 through 2012.
Chevrolet Volt Named MotorWeek Best of the Year
By Keith Griffin on
In what is becoming a regular occurrence, the Chevrolet Volt has been named Drivers’ Choice “Best of the Year” by the editorial staff of MotorWeek, a PBS institution.
The Ram Tradesman debuts at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show
By Patrick Rall on
This afternoon at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show, Chrysler’s Ram brand introduced the newest trimline for the half ton pickups – the 2011 Ram 1500 Tradesman, due in dealerships in the second quarter of 2011.
Shelby Introduces Powerful GT350 Convertible at Chicago Auto Show
By Keith Griffin on
Fun in the sun just got a lot more powerful with the introduction of the 2012 Shelby GT350 convertible at the Chicago Auto Show.
Ram announces new 6.7L High Output Cummins Turbo Diesel in Chicago
By Patrick Rall on
This afternoon, Chrysler’s Ram brand fired a shot heard ‘round the heavy duty truck world as they introduced their new 6.7L High Output Cummins Turbo Diesel at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show – putting the Ram 2500 and 3500 atop the list of the most powerful trucks in the world with a whopping 800lb-ft of torque.
The 2011 Dodge Durango Heat debuts at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show
By Patrick Rall on
The 2011 Dodge Durango is already heading to dealerships (and consumers) around the country and to help support the sporting side of this new SUV, Dodge unveiled the new Durango Heat trimline at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show.
Nissan says ESFLOW Concept First Electric Sports Car
By Keith Griffin on
Nissan will introduce the ESFLOW concept, an electric sports car, at the Geneva Auto Show, choosing to skip this week's Chicago Auto Show.
The 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 debuts at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show
By Patrick Rall on
Early this morning, the folks at Camaro5 brought us the first bit of information of the Camaro expected to be called the next Z/28 but around 10:15am EST, General Motors officially unveiled the supercharged 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1.
The 2011 Dodge Challenger goes Green With Envy at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show
By Patrick Rall on
The big news from Dodge at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show is the introduction of the 2012 Dodge Charger SRT8 but the performance oriented brand is also using the Windy City show to introduce the newest special edition color for the Dodge Challenger – Green With Envy.
The new high performance Camaro to be named ZL1 not Z/28
By Patrick Rall on
Pretty much everyone expected to meet the new high performance Camaro Z/28 at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show but thanks to the folks at Camaro5.com, it appears as though the supercharged, super-Camaro that has been captured in countless spyshots will carry the name ZL1 – not Z/28.
The 2012 Dodge Charger SRT8 debuts at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show
By Patrick Rall on
When Dodge introduced the pavement pounding 392 cubic inch Hemi in the 2011 Dodge Challenger SRT8 with more power and better fuel economy than the previous (6.1L) SRT Hemi, we knew that it was only a matter of time before it found its way into another vehicle and today is that day – as Dodge introduces the 2012 Charger SRT8 at the Chicago Auto Show.
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