Automotive News (Page 947)

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.

UAW Looks to Congress After Withdrawal of VW Chattanooga Election Complaint

By Mechele Dillard on April 21, 2014 - 10:05AM

The UAW has decided to give up its fight following rejection by Tennessee auto workers in February, but refuses to concede that they had a case to make. In fact, they are looking to Congress for a measure of vindication.

Lexus NX 200t and NX 300h interiors will help modernize the brand

By John Goreham on April 21, 2014 - 10:05AM

Lexus is creating a new look for its interiors that moves away from the wood trim of our parents and grandparents' cars.

Mercedes AMG Petronas is on a roll, takes third consecutive one-two finish

By Denis Flierl on April 21, 2014 - 8:02AM

The Chinese Grand Prix results are in. The Mercedes AMG Petronas team of Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg win their third consecutive one-two finish in Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix.

5 ways the new 2015 Subaru Outback trumps the outgoing model

By Denis Flierl on April 21, 2014 - 6:56AM

The all-new 2015 Subaru Outback has been introduced at the New York International Auto Show. These five features trump the old model.

2015 Subaru WRX STI NBR drivers need to improve in one key area

By Denis Flierl on April 20, 2014 - 6:51AM

Subaru and the 2015 WRX STI Nurburgring 24-hour race car is getting ready by appearing in Round 2 of the VLN (VLN2) endurance series. But are the drivers ready?

Higgins will attempt record setting run in 2015 Subaru WRX STI

By Denis Flierl on April 20, 2014 - 5:38AM

Subaru has announced they will attempt a record setting run with the new 2015 Subaru WRX STI at the Isle of Man. Can Mark Higgins break his own record?

Volkswagen Claims Role of Pioneer for E-Mobility in China

By Mechele Dillard on April 19, 2014 - 11:22AM

Volkswagen Group recognizes China as a key player in its Strategy 2018 for expansion and further development of an efficient, eco-friendly product world-wide.

Owner of lemon Model S waves white flag, will dismiss case if Tesla refunds vehicle

By Luke Ottaway on April 19, 2014 - 11:13AM

Robert Montgomery and his lawyer, Vince Megna, made it very publicly known that Tesla had sold the Wisconsin doctor a defective vehicle. Despite a loud beginning, it appears Montgomery’s lawsuit will end quietly with a small settlement.

Five new fuel-saving upgrades to look for on 2015 Subaru Outback

Five new fuel-saving enhancements to look for on 2015 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl on April 19, 2014 - 8:52AM

The all-new 2015 Subaru Outback gets unveiled at the New York International Auto Show with five new fuel-saving upgrades.

2015 WRX STI gets transformed into full GRC supercar trim

By Denis Flierl on April 19, 2014 - 7:14AM

Subaru unveils the all-new 2015 Global RallyCross STI at the New York International Auto Show. It started as a 2015 Subaru WRX STI production car.

A Closer Look at the 2015 Dodge Challenger 392 Scat Pack Models

By Patrick Rall on April 18, 2014 - 4:08PM

While the Chrysler Group was most concentrated on the new 1971-esque styling of the 2015 Dodge Challenger, the bigger news was the introduction of the new R/T Scat Pack models that are powered by the 392 cubic inch Hemi – and today we take a closer look at the features of the new Scat Pack Challenger.

Nissan GT-R tuner clocked at 7.81 second quarter mile

By Aaron Turpen on April 18, 2014 - 3:36PM

Who owns the fastest GT-R supercar in the world? Well, we know now. Two tuners have held the record and a new rivalry has been assumed. We have video.

2015 Dodge Charger R/T Gets Performance Timers, Launch Control

By Patrick Rall on April 18, 2014 - 2:46PM

When the 2015 Dodge Charger R/T arrives in showrooms later this year, owners will get to enjoy the same performance timers and engine parameter gauges that have been offered on the Charger SRT for the past few years – joining up with a new launch control system that will make for an even more engaging performance driving experience.

Honda, Acura posts high recall numbers despite record quality rating

By Parks McCants on April 18, 2014 - 2:45PM

Honda has a higher rate of recall than G.M.,Ford and Toyota. But it’s not due to what you think. Acura and Honda hold claim to some of the highest manufactured quality and resale ratings in the industry. We look to the numbers.

Fans Help Put the Ford Mustang in the Guinness Record Book

By Patrick Rall on April 18, 2014 - 11:44AM

Ford Motor Company and the Guinness World Record folks have announced that the Ford Mustang has officially set the record for the most virtual signatures on an electronic greeting card – with 55,720 signing the online birthday card for the Mustang’s 50th.

Mercedes AMG Petronas will run new power at 2014 Chinese Grand Prix

By Denis Flierl on April 18, 2014 - 8:59AM

The first practice sessions for Mercedes AMG Petronas took place at the UBS Chinese Grand Prix. The team will run new power units.

Subaru drops two significant features on 2015 Subaru Outback to get 33 mpg

By Denis Flierl on April 18, 2014 - 7:25AM

The 2015 Subaru Outback is dropping two significant mechanical features but now gets 33 mpg highway fuel mileage.

Proposal to eliminate California rebate for expensive EVs is both logical and unfair

By Luke Ottaway on April 18, 2014 - 2:01AM

The California Air Resources Board is to be commended for encouraging EV sales with substantial rebates. Now in debt, however, CARB is debating removing the state rebate for electric vehicles with a price tag above $60,000.

Dodge Uses Very, Very Old People to Celebrate 100 Years and the 2015 Challenger

By Patrick Rall on April 17, 2014 - 6:09PM

The Dodge brand is celebrating 100 years in business in 2014 and to talk about the advantages of existing for that long, Dodge introduced a new minute long clip showing a great many people over the age of 100 talking about what can be learned – with this unusual video featuring the new 2015 Challenger 392 Hemi Scat Pack Shaker.

Chevrolet Offers More Performance Than Any Brand with Camaro, Corvette and SS

By Patrick Rall on April 17, 2014 - 5:32PM

Now that General Motors has offered up the new 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Convertible at the 2014 New York International Auto Show, the biggest of the American automakers now offers 14 different performance vehicles under the Camaro, Corvette or SS performance sedan nameplates – more performance cars than any other automaker doing business in the US.

Do electric vehicle subsidies make sense?

By John Goreham on April 17, 2014 - 5:22PM

If the goal is to increase sales and make EVs affordable to the average consumer the answer appears to be "no."

Volkswagen Brings Google Technology to Innovative Touareg

By Mechele Dillard on April 17, 2014 - 4:53PM

Volkswagen is offering networking to consumers with its technology updates on the new generation of Touareg with "mobile online services."

Happy 50th Birthday to the Ford Mustang - A Quick Retrospect of Power

By Patrick Rall on April 17, 2014 - 3:26PM

The first Ford Mustang was introduced on April 17th 1964 at the New York World’s Fair so with the arrival of April 17th 2014, the mighty Mustang has officially turned 50 years old – making it the longest running nameplate for a car in the US auto industry.

Honda 2015 HR-V takes North America back to the future

By Parks McCants on April 17, 2014 - 3:10PM

Honda resurrects a model moniker from a not too distant past in naming the latest addition to the light truck line. Honda takes North America back to the future with the all new 2015 HR-V.

The 2015 Scion FR-S Release Series 1.0 is track-oriented

By John Goreham on April 17, 2014 - 1:41PM

Scion adds a bit of track bling to an already very track-able car.

CX-5 and 2014 Mazda6 help Mazda dominate Edmunds' Top Rated Vehicles list

By John Goreham on April 17, 2014 - 1:15PM

Only Audi comes anyplace close to matching the Mazda result.

The 2015 Dodge Charger Debuts with a Controversial New Look

By Patrick Rall on April 17, 2014 - 1:03PM

The first images of the 2015 Dodge Charger leaked onto the internet last night, revealing the refreshed exterior styling that has proven to be more than a touch controversial due to a high tech look that critics are accusing of being too much like the smaller Dodge Dart,but regardless of what else the new Charger might look like - this four door muscle carlooks sharp from all angles.

The 2015 Dodge Challenger Packs 1971 Style and New Hemi Power, No Supercharger

By Patrick Rall on April 17, 2014 - 12:45PM

After much anticipation, the 2015 Dodge Challenger made its Big Apple debut this morning and while there are some exciting bits of information on the engine lineup and a stylishly revised exterior and interior for 2015 – the 600 horsepower supercharged Hellcat Hemi has gone unmentioned.

Nissan streamlines public charging, offers free access for LEAF

By Luke Ottaway on April 17, 2014 - 11:22AM

The makers of the range-limited LEAF have invested heavily in public charging infrastructure to support sales of their all-electric vehicle. Now they are making another huge investment that is proven to provide a great boost to sales, but not in all markets.

Turbocharged engine for the Lexus IS 250 confirmed

By John Goreham on April 17, 2014 - 8:51AM

Lexus will use new turbocharged engines in its sports sedan line according to company officials.

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