Automotive News (Page 945)

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.

2014 Mazda3 Hiroshima to Frankfurt marathon

Mazda3 hatchbacks complete 9,300 mile tour

By Aaron Turpen on September 10, 2013 - 5:28PM

The Mazda Hiroshima to Frankfurt marathon completed just in time for Mazda to open its booth at the Frankfurt Motor Show to show off the prowess of the all-new Mazda3.

Projected European Tesla Supercharger network, Winter 2014

Tesla pledges European Supercharger coverage in several whole countries by end of 2014

By David Herron on September 10, 2013 - 4:49PM

The expanding Tesla Supercharger network is beginning to spread across Europe, and is slated to cover several whole countries, as the company ramps up sales, service and show-rooms across Europe.

Rumored: The 2014 Dodge Dart with the 2.4L Engine Could Hit 36mpg

By Patrick Rall on September 10, 2013 - 4:37PM

Rumors are floating around the internet that the 2014 Dodge Dart sedans powered by the 2.4L Tigershark 4-cylinder engine will offer 36 miles per gallon on the highway – an improvement of 30% over those Darts powered by the same engine during the 2013 model year.

Porsche 918 Hybrid Shatters Dodge Viper Nurburgring Production Record

By Patrick Rall on September 10, 2013 - 3:51PM

This morning at the start of the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show in Germany, the Porsche 918 Hybrid supercar made its world production debut and with that debut came the announcement that the new Porsche had shattered the previous Nürburgring production street car record set by the Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR back in 2011 – with the new 918 hybrid turning in an incredible lap time of 6 minutes and 57 seconds.

2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 High Country

6.2L V8 Officially Makes New Chevy Silverado, GMC Sierra Most Powerful on the Market

By Patrick Rall on September 10, 2013 - 12:51PM

General Motors has announced the official power ratings for the 6.2L V8 engine that powers the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado and the 2014 GMC Sierra – numbers that make the new top of the line GM half ton pickups the most powerful available on the market today.

2014 Chevrolet Malibu Base Offers Same MPG as Malibu Eco Hybrid

By Patrick Rall on September 10, 2013 - 11:24AM

General Motors and the EPA have announced the fuel economy ratings for the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu lineup and in a surprising move, the new base model Malibu with a conventional 2.5L 4-cylinder engine offers identical fuel economy numbers to the higher priced Malibu Eco hybrid – leaving many to question why someone would pay the extra money for the hybrid package.

Lexus unveils LF-NX concept in Germany

By John Goreham on September 10, 2013 - 9:22AM

Lexus pulls back the curtain on its first all-new vehicle in years at the 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show, and it is going to shake up the premium compact crossover market.

Torque Report: 2014 Subaru BRZ gets high tech upgrades

By Denis Flierl on September 10, 2013 - 7:49AM

The new 2014 Subaru BRZ has been announced in Canada and it gets some new high-tech upgrades for the new model year.

Mercedes Concept S-Class Coupe reveals next generation intelligence [video]

By Denis Flierl on September 10, 2013 - 6:57AM

Mercedes unveiled the new Concept S-Class Coupe at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt today with all its intelligence.

Update - Toyota spokesman defends Scion with vigor

By John Goreham on September 9, 2013 - 6:39PM

Scion isn't going away is the official word. However, there are no new models coming anytime soon. Going away may be a relative term.

VW Chief pledges electrified vehicle leadership by 2018

By David Herron on September 9, 2013 - 5:47PM

Volkswagen, late to the game of electrified cars, says they have the technology lined up and ready to use across the vehicles manufactured by Volkswagen Group companies.

The 2015 Ford Mustang Rendered by JC Design

By Patrick Rall on September 9, 2013 - 4:43PM

There are lots of pictures of the next generation 2015 Ford Mustang floating around the internet but the one shown above which was discovered by the folks at The Mustang Source at Mustang6g.com is the best that I have seen thus far – although it paints a picture that could be very controversial if the production model does look similar to what is shown above.

The Jeep Wrangler Dragon Concept in Detroit

Jeep Wrangler Dragon Edition Sees Production

By Patrick Rall on September 9, 2013 - 3:31PM

The Chrysler Group rolled out the very conceptual looking Jeep Wrangler Dragon Concept at the 2012 with design cues that seemed ideal for the Chinese market but word on the street is that the Dragon Package has been approved for production and is even reaching dealerships as you read this piece.

2014 Buick Regal Pricing Includes Several Surprises Like AWD, Less Power in the GS

By Patrick Rall on September 9, 2013 - 1:39PM

General Motors announced the pricing for the 2014 Buick Regal this morning including the numbers for the new “base” turbo models, the eAssist drivetrain, the “high performance” Regal GS and the new optional all wheel drive setup – with the least expensive 2014 Regal starting at $30,615 with destination.

All New 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban to Be Unveiled Thursday

By Patrick Rall on September 9, 2013 - 11:49AM

On Thursday September 12th, General Motors will unveil the all new 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban in New York City and while the only “information” provided thus far is the logo artwork for each truck - we can make some guesses as to what to expect from the next generation large SUVs.

New teaser shows a gorgeous Mercedes Concept S-Class Coupe [video]

By Denis Flierl on September 9, 2013 - 6:56AM

Mercedes just released a teaser video of the new Concept S-Class Coupe that wets our appetites before its reveal at the Frankfurt Auto Show.

2013 Lancer Evolution driving Mitsubishi's sales boost

By Denis Flierl on September 8, 2013 - 7:48AM

Sales at Mitsubishi are up and the 2013 Lancer Evolution has helped the brand in August here in the U.S.

Mercedes C63 AMG shows performance is alive and well in UK

By Denis Flierl on September 8, 2013 - 7:39AM

AMG registrations are up 142 per cent in the UK and the 2013 Mercedes C63 AMG is leading the way. Who says performance cars are a thing of the past?

Ford's strong electrified vehicle sales in August, second only to Toyota

By David Herron on September 7, 2013 - 4:12PM

Ford is reporting strong sales growth in hybrid and plug-in hybrid cars, validating their Power of Choice strategy which aims to grab market share from Toyota and Honda.

Two world's first features on the 2014 Mercedes S-Class

By Denis Flierl on September 7, 2013 - 8:52AM

Mercedes-Benz introduces the all-new 2014 S-Class at the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week and guests are treated to ultimate luxury and two world's first luxury systems.

Torque Report: Subaru goes from little known secret to established brand

By Denis Flierl on September 7, 2013 - 7:22AM

Canada’s fastest growing Japanese automaker is Subaru with the 2013 XV Crosstrek leading the charge.

The Audi Quattro Sports Concept. Image courtesy of Audi of America

What the world needs now: A 700 HP Audi Quattro getting 94 mpg

By Don Bain on September 6, 2013 - 7:48PM

The all new Audi Quattro Sport Concept can do all that and even go from zero to 60 in 3.7 seconds – you can even have two of the three simultaneously, just not all three at once.

Tesla's electric car plans set to swamp worldwide lithium battery manufacturing

By David Herron on September 6, 2013 - 6:53PM

Tesla Motors, with plans to be making 400,000 cars a year or more by 2018, is pushing suppliers to build a truly gargantuan battery cell manufacturing plant.

Projected Tesla Supercharger network, Winter 2013

Tesla Motors brings Superchargers to Texas, where they can't sell cars

By David Herron on September 6, 2013 - 5:10PM

On Tuesday, Tesla will open their second Supercharger location in Texas, and are planning to open several more by the end of the year, despite being blocked from selling cars in Texas.

The 2014 Dodge Challenger SRT Gets Launch Control, V6 Gets New Suspension

By Patrick Rall on September 6, 2013 - 3:46PM

The Chrysler Group has announced the details for the 2014 Dodge Challenger and while there are no major changes for the new model year – the overall performance of the Challenger lineup is improved with a new Launch Control system for the SRT models along with new optional handling packages for those cars with the Pentastar V6.

Camaro Sales Explode in August Crushing the Mustang and Challenger

By Patrick Rall on September 6, 2013 - 1:02PM

Although the 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has been well short of the 2012 sales figures throughout the first half of the year, an explosion in Camaro sales in August 2013 allowed the bowtie-clad muscle car to pummel both the Ford Mustang and the Dodge Challenger while also pulling away from the Mustang in the annual sales race.

Ford Boss Alan Mulally Plans to Run the Motor Company Through 2014

By Patrick Rall on September 6, 2013 - 10:31AM

Amidst rumors that he is being hunted by other corporations in need of solid management, Ford Motor Company CEO Alan Mulally has stated that he plans to continue leading the automotive giant through at least 2014.