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.

By Keith Griffin Feb 24 2011 - 5:52pm

Volvo Will Invest $11 Billion in Next Five Years

Volvo's new owners, China's Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co., have agreed to invest up to $11 billion over the next five years with its sites firmly set on huge success in China, construction of a new plant in Chengdu and a possible second plant.

By Keith Griffin Feb 24 2011 - 5:17pm

Oregon was First in the Nation with a Gas Tax in 1919

This week 92 years ago the state of Oregon set the U.S. motorist on a slippery slope with the implementation of the first-in-the-nation gas tax.

By Patrick Rall Feb 24 2011 - 12:32pm

General Motors reports earnings of $4.7 billion in 2010

This morning, General Motors announced their earnings statement for 2010 and for the first time since 2004, the massive automaker saw their first profit – to the tune of $4.7 billion dollars – making it the best year in terms of earnings since 1999.

By Frank Sherosky Feb 24 2011 - 12:28pm

Ford Focus technology benefits to get first-ever advertising campaign

The new Ford Focus comes standard with so much technology, Ford had to rethink its storytelling approach for consumers worldwide, using 50 tailored commercials to communicate 14 key technology benefits.

By Patrick Rall Feb 24 2011 - 10:43am

Spyker sells Spyker Cars, keeps Saab

Dutch supercar builder Spyker surprised the world last year when they purchased Swedish luxury brand Saab from General Motors but today, they made an even more surprising announcement as they have sold the Spyker Cars brand to CPP Global Holdings Ltd. – the British company who has been producing a large portion of the chassis and body panels for Spyker since they re-opened in 2000.

By Patrick Rall Feb 24 2011 - 10:14am

Toyota recalls 2.17 million more for floormats causing unintended acceleration

Toyota Motor Corp. announced this morning that they are recalling 2.17 vehicles (in the US) from the Toyota and Lexus brands to service the floormats or the area around the floormats to prevent interference between the mats and the accelerator pedal – the alleged culprit in Toyota’s unintended acceleration problems that have now accounted for 14 million recalled vehicles.

By Don Bain Feb 23 2011 - 4:48pm

Walter P. Chrysler Museum to showcase rare vehicles

Over the coming year the Walter P. Chrysler Museum in Auburn Hills, Mich will offer a series of rotating exhibits featuring pairings of rare vehicles along with the privately held vehicles of other remarkable models from the company's lines

By Patrick Rall Feb 23 2011 - 3:25pm

Introducing the 2012 Fiat 500 by Gucci

While the Fiat 500 is not priced like many high fashion luxury brands, the Italian automaker is all about style and that aspect of the modern Fiat brand is accentuated by the 2012 Fiat 500 by Gucci.

By Don Bain Feb 23 2011 - 2:43pm

2012 VW Passat to feature significant Faurecia input

The world's sixth largest third party auto supplier, Faurecia will provide significant parts contributions to the production of the 2012 VW Passat in the Chattanooga, TN plant. These will include exhaust systems, seating and dash elements, as well as lightweight front-end carriers for fan, bumper, headlights etc.

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By Patrick Rall Feb 23 2011 - 2:28pm

Jaguar XKR-S revealed ahead of Geneva

There have long been rumors that Jaguar was working on a hotter version of the XKR and thanks to a recent press release, we know that the new Jaguar XKR-S will make its grand debut at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show.

By Don Bain Feb 23 2011 - 1:27pm

Audi A8 now a broadband boulevard star

As more and more telematics are involved in automotive technology, the speed at which your car’s computer can download information grows in importance. Realizing this Audi has partnered with Alcatel-Lucent to create an A8 model that can transfer data faster than standard 3G or DSL connections.

By Patrick Rall Feb 23 2011 - 1:26pm

The 2012 Volkswagen Golf convertible revealed in pictures

The new 2012 Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet (that’s a convertible outside of the US) is set to make its grand debut at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show but with advanced orders in Germany beginning tomorrow, the People’s brand has revealed the new drop-top Golf in pictures with a handful of basic information.

By Frank Sherosky Feb 23 2011 - 12:39pm

GM stock drops below 35, the opening price of its IPO

General Motors stock is now trading below its IPO opening trading price of 35 dollars, most likely in response to a rise in oil prices from the Libyan unrest.

By Frank Sherosky Feb 23 2011 - 10:40am

CleanFUEL USA plays key role for GM liquid propane engine systems

As GM is now offering a new propane option for the 2012 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana cutaway 3500 and 4500 vans, GM also selected CleanFUEL USA as its exclusive partner for the 49-gallon capacity, one of two liquid propane engine systems.

By Patrick Rall Feb 23 2011 - 9:46am

Ford recalls 150,000 F150 pickups over airbag deployment risks

Ford Motor Company has announced a recall of certain 2005-2006 F150 pickups over a concern of airbags that could deploy without an impact triggering them.

By Patrick Rall Feb 22 2011 - 6:46pm

The Mini Rocketman Concept unveiled in images ahead of Geneva

Behold the latest chapter in the modern Mini lineup – the Rocketman Concept – which is set to make its full debut at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show but thanks to these images, we have an early look the new compact.

By Patrick Rall Feb 22 2011 - 5:55pm

Toyota Highlander under government investigation over stalling risks

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched an investigation of 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid sport utility vehicles over concerns of random, sporadic instances of the engine stalling – similar to the issue with the 1.3 million Toyota Corolla and Matrix recall issued last year.

By Frank Sherosky Feb 22 2011 - 5:07pm

Ford collaborating for high-mileage hydraulic hybrid F-150

It really got serious last August when Ford donated a new F-150 truck to the Center for Compact and Efficient Fluid Power (CCEFP). The goal was to develop a hydraulic hybrid with Folsom Technologies that would deliver greater efficiency and better gas mileage.

By Don Bain Feb 22 2011 - 4:08pm

Navistar partners with EcoMotors International on new engine design

EcoMotors International's Opposed-Piston, Opposed-Cylinder (opoc®) engine promises to revolutionize commercial vehicle design with powerful, lightweight, fuel efficient, low emissions engines.

By Patrick Rall Feb 22 2011 - 3:41pm

Jeep Grand Cherokee diesel spotted out testing – in the US

Earlier today, we brought you the news of the Jeep Grand Cherokee making its debut when the Geneva Motor Show opens next month and although few expect to see the diesel Jeep in the US, a pair of CRD-badged test mules out roaming the Michigan roads suggests that the oil-burning SUV could show up at North American Jeep dealerships.

By Patrick Rall Feb 22 2011 - 2:45pm

Opel Insignia OPC spotted near Detroit with Buick badges

A Detroit-based TorqueNews reader has sent in some interesting cell phone shots of what looks to be a new Buick Regal GS but it is sporting the rear badging of the Opel Insignia OPC – a more powerful version of the sporty sedan sold only overseas.

By Patrick Rall Feb 22 2011 - 1:53pm

WD-40/SEMA Cares 2011 Ford Mustang GT raises $200k

The WD-40/SEMA Cares 2011 Ford Mustang GT customized by a wide variety of aftermarket specialty companies made its grand debut at the 2010 SEMA Show in Las Vegas and late last month, the bright blue and yellow customized Mustang rolled off the stage at the Barrett Jackson Auto Auction after raising over $200,000 for children’s charities.

By Don Bain Feb 22 2011 - 1:51pm

When BMW says "mobility services" they're talking new technology

We told you yesterday about BMW’s new sub-brand and the new cars coming next year. The same think tank in Munich responsible for the new line is developing a wide array of new interactive automotive technology including touch screens galore and games that improve the fuel efficiency of your driving.

By Patrick Rall Feb 22 2011 - 1:22pm

ProCharger offers 475 horsepower in the 2011 Ford Mustang V6

While the ProCharger name has made a reputation for making big power in all sorts of vehicles, the Ford Mustang has long been a major part of the supercharger business and today, ProCharger announced their new 475 horsepower package for the 2011 Ford Mustang V6.

By Patrick Rall Feb 22 2011 - 12:29pm

Giuigiaro/Italdesign Volkswagen concept images leaked

Volkswagen Auto Group acquired automotive design guru Giorgetto Giuigiaro and his Italdesign studio in May 2010 and thanks to a set of leaked computer generated images, we have what appears to be our first look at the Giuigiaro-inspired Volkswagens possibly set to debut in Geneva next month.

By Don Bain Feb 22 2011 - 12:26pm

CheckMyRide.com the latest thing in social media

My brother tells a story of mountain driving, black ice and taking an old Saab airborne – he credits the car for saving his life unscathed. Thats the kind of story you post on CheckMyRide.com and then share on Facebook and Twitter.

By Frank Sherosky Feb 22 2011 - 11:23am

GMC Terrain uses active noise cancellation to improve gas mileage

Who knew there was a connection between noise and gas mileage? Obviously there is, because the GMC Terrain uses active-noise cancellation to help deliver a segment-leading EPA-rated 32 mpg in highway driving, as well as one of the most quiet interiors in its segment.

By Patrick Rall Feb 22 2011 - 10:58am

Lamborghini issues a rolling chassis image of the Aventador LP700-4

The start of the 2011 Geneva Motor Show will offer the world a look at the newest Italian supercar when the Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 is officially unveiled and today, the Sant'Agata-based automaker has issued another look at the replacement for the Murciélago.

By Patrick Rall Feb 22 2011 - 9:56am

Slow delivery of the 2011 Nissan Leaf could continue

The head to head battle between the 2011 Nissan Leaf and 2011 Chevrolet Volt has been a lopsided one due to the slow delivery of pre-ordered electric Nissans and according to a source from the Japanese automaker, that slow delivery could continue well into the year.

By Keith Griffin Feb 22 2011 - 7:03am

Geneva Show will feature smart forspeed concept electric vehicle

A lot of the concept vehicles being presented at the Geneva Motor Show are just steps away from production but common sense indicates the smart forspeed electric vehicle may never get the green light.

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