Automotive News (Page 969)

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.

David L Zuchowski CEO and president Hyundai Motor America

Challenges Lie Ahead for New Head of Hyundai

By Keith Griffin on January 5, 2014 - 10:05PM

Dave Zuchowski is hitting the ground running as the new CEO/president of Hyundai Motor America. He faces some big challenges in his first week on the job, including softened sales predictions for Hyundai worldwide.

Check out Nissan's new high-octane, fan-based adventure series!

By Aaron Turpen on January 5, 2014 - 12:11PM

Called "Open the Briefcase," the online adventure series gets the reader involved in some high-speed, action-oriented excitement with the all-new Nissan Rogue.

2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class four door coupe

Mercedes laps the field with all-new impressive 2014 CLA-Class

By Denis Flierl on January 5, 2014 - 8:25AM

Mercedes-Benz has taken the luxury car crown away from BMW and the new 2014 CLA-Class is leading the way.

Nissan and Muscle Milk make it official - Nissan back in Le Mans with NISMO

By Aaron Turpen on January 5, 2014 - 1:47AM

Nissan's NISMO is now officially sponsoring Muscle Milk for the 2014 series and will have driver exchanges for races like the Rolex 24, Sebring, and Petit. Will the company dominate like it did in the 80s?

Interesting Things People Install in their Hyundai Genesis Coupes

By Keith Griffin on January 4, 2014 - 8:54PM

The Hyundai Genesis Coupe is a great vehicle for customizing with exhausts, spoilers and other mechanical goodies but some folks have taken customization to an extreme by adding interior items like iPads, laptops, and even holsters for their sidearms to their coupes.

2014 Subaru Forester and 2014 XV Crosstrek

New active buyers for Forester and XV Crosstrek fuel Subaru's success

By Denis Flierl on January 4, 2014 - 6:30AM

Subaru has set an all-time sales record for 2013 as new buyers snatch up 2014 Forester and 2014 XV Crosstrek.

Nissan Leaf Sales Scored in Triple Digits

By Aaron Turpen on January 4, 2014 - 1:15AM

Nissan has returned stellar sales reports for both December 2013 and for 2013 as a whole. Big winners in terms of sales increases are the LEAF and Pathfinder, both scoring in the triple digits.

Why Was This Only Kia's Second Best Sales Year?

By Keith Griffin on January 3, 2014 - 9:23PM

Kia Motors America announced that 2013 was the company's second best year but a drop in sales from 2012 doesn't seem to bode well when the rest of the automotive industry saw 7.6% sales growth on average.

Hyundai Has Record Sales But Not All is Perfect

By Keith Griffin on January 3, 2014 - 8:44PM

Hyundai had its best sales year ever in the United States but 2013 was a year of problems for the Korean manufacturer. Its sales could have been a lot better and its fleet sales have increased.

Subaru's performance flagship 2015 WRX STI set to debut at NAIAS

By Denis Flierl on January 3, 2014 - 3:56PM

The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX STI will make it’s global debut at the North American International Auto Show on January 14, 2014.

Mainstream media confirms the 2014 Lexus IS 350's dominance

By John Goreham on January 3, 2014 - 10:13AM

The auto press tested and loved the new Lexus IS 350 last year and found it to be better than the BMW 335i. Now the mainstream media is catching up.

Expect 2015 GLA to be best-selling Mercedes U.S. model of all time

By Denis Flierl on January 3, 2014 - 8:51AM

The all-new 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class is set to launch later this spring and it’s positioned to be a great success for the brand.

Racing pedigree points to best 2015 Subaru WRX STI yet

By Denis Flierl on January 3, 2014 - 7:07AM

The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX STI is set to be unveiled and we are anticipating the best performance Subaru from STI yet.

We Called it First: Kia Names New Concept Car GT4 Stinger

By Keith Griffin on January 2, 2014 - 9:45PM

Kia has named the new concept car it is unveiling at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit on Jan. 13 the Kia GT4 Stinger as well as revealing details about its horsepower. Its name is old news to TorqueNews.com readers.

New Hyundai Genesis Will Launch with Google Glass Capability - Too Soon?

By Keith Griffin on January 2, 2014 - 8:49PM

Hyundai, in advance of the Consumer Electronics Show, has announced the 2015 Hyundai Genesis will debut with the ability to pair with Google Glass, the most widely known wearable device.

Audi introduces laser beams on Sport Quattro LaserLight

By John Goreham on January 2, 2014 - 4:33PM

High beams on Sport Quattro to more specific. Are you all set with rows of tiny dots? We are too. Maybe this is the solution.

Infiniti reveals first look at Q50 Eau Rouge Concept and it's beautiful

By Aaron Turpen on January 2, 2014 - 1:05PM

With a thirty-second commercial that decidedly connects Infiniti's championship Formula One background with the new Q50 sedan concept, the premium automaker has revealed the new Q50 Eau Rouge Concept ahead of the Detroit show.

2015 Tesla Model X or Lexus LF-NX Hybrid - which is the most exciting?

By John Goreham on January 2, 2014 - 11:44AM

Customers looking for a green luxury crossover will soon have two new models to choose from. Both are from companies with excellent environmental credentials. Which will be the most exciting to buyers?

Fiat Removes All UAW Ownership of the Chrysler Group with a Full Buyout

By Patrick Rall on January 2, 2014 - 11:23AM

The Chrysler Group has announced that parent company Fiat SpA will buy the remaining 41% from the UAW VEBA Trust for roughly $4.35 billion US dollars – thus removing all UAW ownership of the automaker and preventing Fiat from going an initial public offering in order to acquire the rest of the company.

2014 Subaru BRZ arrives in dealer showrooms for first time

By Denis Flierl on January 2, 2014 - 7:12AM

The 2014 Subaru BRZ sports coupe is now available for sale in the brand’s authorized retail network in Australia for the first time.

Nissan Sport Sedan concept for NAIAS 2014

Nissan Sport Sedan concept to debut at NAIAS in Detroit - what is it?

By Aaron Turpen on January 1, 2014 - 12:24PM

The Detroit Auto Show will see an exciting debut from Nissan, who will be introducing a new sport sedan concept that is very likely to go to production. Delving through the clues, we deduce what it will be.

Three common safety features Tesla Model S must add now

By John Goreham on January 1, 2014 - 12:22PM

Tesla continues to market itself as one of the world's safest cars in a crash. We don't dispute that at all. However, real world safety has goes far beyond that and Tesla is way behind.

2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class and 2015 GLA-Class

How Mercedes will top the successful CLA launch in 2014

By Denis Flierl on January 1, 2014 - 10:29AM

The all-new 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class has been an overwhelming success for the brand. Mercedes will top it with the new 2015 GLA-Class.

What’s new on the 2015 Subaru WRX

By Denis Flierl on January 1, 2014 - 8:54AM

The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX will be arriving this year with many new features and options. Here’s a complete rundown.

Camry regains its Consumer Reports Recommended rating

By John Goreham on December 31, 2013 - 10:38AM

"Don't call it a comeback. I've been here for years" would seem to be Toyota Camry's theme song.

V8 powered Lexus RC F will beat Cadillac ATS-V to market

By John Goreham on December 31, 2013 - 9:21AM

Lexus will be the first premium automaker to directly challenge the BMW M4.

Mercedes issues statement concerning Michael Schumacher accident

By Denis Flierl on December 30, 2013 - 1:55PM

Formula 1 champion Michael Schumacher is in critical condition following a skiing accident.

Four reasons why 2015 WRX will outperform 2014 model

By Denis Flierl on December 30, 2013 - 1:10PM

The all-new 2015 Subaru WRX will be getting some new upgrades that will improve the driving dynamics over the outgoing 2014 model. What new changes will make a difference?

This is a vending machine for tiny shared Chinese electric cars

By John Goreham on December 30, 2013 - 11:44AM

China is turning to EVs to help offset problems it blames on cars. One company thinks small EVs dispensed from vending machines will help the country meet its environmental goals.

Why a new generation is flocking to the new Mercedes CLA-Class

By Denis Flierl on December 30, 2013 - 8:35AM

The all-new 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class is the third vehicle in the compact car family and is appealing to a new generation of buyers. What is a so appealing about the new four-door coupe?

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