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.

HPE1000 Supercharged 2014 Chevrolet Corvette C7

By Denis Flierl Jul 16 2013 - 7:20am

1000 hp 2014 Chevrolet Corvette C7 arrives from Hennessey

Hennessey reveals the HPE1000 Supercharged 2014 Corvette C7 upgrade that offers more power than any Stingray should have.

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By John Goreham Jul 15 2013 - 6:44pm

Madden NFL 25 to have an added touch of commercial reality

GMC has partnered with the makers of Madden NFL 25 to place advertisements inside the game. Gamers will also be able to access exclusive NFL content via their game systems.

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By Anthony Faccenda Jul 15 2013 - 5:21pm

Mercedes C-Class under investigation over fiery taillights

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced the investigation of about 218,000 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vehicles due to a rear lighting problem that may lead to the taillight assembly igniting.

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By Patrick Rall Jul 15 2013 - 11:59am

2014 Mazda3 Hatchback Tops 40 Miles Per Gallon

The Environmental Protection Agency has issued their first official fuel economy figures for the 2014 Mazda3 hatchback and the great looking compact will offer 40 mpg on the highway, 33mpg combined and either 29 or 30mpg around town depending on the transmission chosen – making it more efficient than the current Mazda3 5-door in every category while also being a touch more powerful.

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Hennessey 700hp 2013 Ferrari 458 Spider Twin Turbo

By Denis Flierl Jul 15 2013 - 7:43am

Hennessey 700hp Ferrari 458 Spider Twin Turbo is lightning fast

The first acceleration tests for the Hennessey 700 hp 2013 Ferrari 458 Spider with Twin Turbos are in and this supercar is ultra fast.

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By Don Bain Jul 14 2013 - 8:00pm

A 2014 Kia Sorrento SXL marks 1 million US built cars

Just last week, Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia, Inc. (KMMG) celebrated the US production of its one-millionth vehicle – a snow white 2014 Sorento SXL – at the West Point automobile manufacturing facility.

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By Denis Flierl Jul 14 2013 - 4:33pm

2015 Ford Mustang returning to Australia after 50 years

The Australians can celebrate the return of the V8 Mustang as the new global 2015 Ford Mustang returns after being gone for almost 50 years.

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1954 Mercedes W196 R Formula 1 racer driven by Juan Manual Fangio

By Denis Flierl Jul 14 2013 - 7:42am

Meet the most expensive used car in the world sold for $31.6 million [UPDATED]

A rare 1954 Mercedes-Benz racer sells for a record $31.6 million making it the most expensive used car on the planet sold at auction.

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By Anthony Faccenda Jul 13 2013 - 10:16pm

Jerry Seinfeld drives Seth Myers around in dead man's Porsche 911 Carrera

Seth Myers gets a special treat this week, as Jerry Seinfeld takes his prized 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS out for a spin.

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The new Cadillac ELR. Image courtesy of Newspress

By Don Bain Jul 13 2013 - 7:44pm

The Cadillac ELR heralds end of non-LED exteriors

When the revolutionary Cadillac ELR is released this winter, it will be the first electric vehicle to feature an all-LED exterior lighting system.

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By Anthony Faccenda Jul 13 2013 - 7:03pm

Kiefer Sutherland's Jack Bauer-esque Aston Martin DB9 for sale on eBay

The 24 star's former ride, a 2005 Aston Martin DB9 luxury coupe, is currently for sale on eBay.

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By Denis Flierl Jul 13 2013 - 8:13am

Is 2013 Honda Accord back as best sedan in America?

The new 2013 Honda Accord and Civic have been named by KBB as the best sedans in America under 25K in their respective categories. Are the Honda Accord and Civic really back on top?

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By David Herron Jul 12 2013 - 6:10pm

Tesla Model S production significantly above targets for 2013

Elon Musk said the Tesla factory is cranking out significantly more than 400 Model S's a week, which would give good odds the company will significantly beat the 21,000 car target for 2013.

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By David Herron Jul 12 2013 - 5:30pm

GM enabling solar powered electric car charging with smart grid API's in Volt

GM and TimberRock are developing support for an integrated solar power system, with grid energy storage and electric car charging, enabling smart grid goodness.

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By Denis Flierl Jul 12 2013 - 5:11pm

Jaguar C-X75 hypercar sets the pace for global performance sports cars [video]

The Jaguar C-X75 hypercar is only one of five prototype development and test hypercars in existence and reveals the future of luxury performance sports cars.

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By David Herron Jul 12 2013 - 4:33pm

Formula E ready to build electric race cars, adds Berlin to 2014 calendar

The electric race car series due to launch in 2014 reached two significant milestones, showing they're ready to build the race cars, and have a complete calendar for the 2014 season.

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By Denis Flierl Jul 12 2013 - 2:42pm

2014 Mazdaspeed 3 on its way with more power

The new 2014 Mazdaspeed 3 will have considerably more power than the 2014 Mazda3 hatchback and sedan, but will it be enough to compete with Ford and VW?

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By Denis Flierl Jul 12 2013 - 10:41am

Watch Tanner Foust blister the Nurburgring in the 2014 Ford Fiesta ST [video]

Tanner Foust takes on the Nurburgring in the 2014 Ford Fiesta ST and comes away thoroughly impressed.

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By Denis Flierl Jul 12 2013 - 8:27am

2014 Mazda3 Sedan details revealed ahead of launch [video]

The all-new 2014 Mazda3 Sedan details with video have been released ahead of its U.S. launch this fall.

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By David Herron Jul 11 2013 - 7:36pm

BMW i3 electric car details revealed, 0-60 in 7sec, 100+ mile electric range

Finally released details of the BMW i3 show show it's a zippy little electric car, with advanced driver assist features.

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By Patrick Rall Jul 11 2013 - 6:10pm

Build Your 2014 BMW 4 Series Coupe Online Now Starting at $41,425

BMW has fired up the configuration page for the new 4 Series Coupe on the BMWUSA.com website – giving prospective buyers and dreamers alike the chance to build their ideal coupe formerly known as the 3 Series with prices beginning at $41,425.

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The 2014 Nissan Versa Note. Image courtesy of PRNewswire.

By Don Bain Jul 11 2013 - 5:35pm

Nissan's videophiles may see their Versa Note shorts on national TV

Nissan knows how to market the new Versa Note to its intended demographic, notably among the young, urban and active, who will use the second generation of the aerodynamically sculpted hatchback not only to go places, but also to access the life experiences of their dreams.

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By Patrick Rall Jul 11 2013 - 3:27pm

The 2014 Corvette Stingray is the Fastest Power Wheels - but Not the Fastest Kid's Car

Fisher Price has announced the newest addition to their Power Wheels lineup with their new 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray and when the C7 Corvette for kids goes on sale later this year, it will be the fastest Power Wheels model available – although it is still a bit slower than the SRT Viper for kids.

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By John Goreham Jul 11 2013 - 1:12pm

Toyota RAV4 fails important crash test

In May we warned readers that there were reasons to wait before buying the 2013 Toyota RAV4. This week the RAV4 failed the small frontal overlap crash test its direct competitors have done well on, casting doubt on its safety.

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Ken Block and Travis Pastrana battle for position

By Patrick Rall Jul 11 2013 - 12:10pm

Global RallyCross back in action tonight on ESPN3

The 2013 Global RallyCross Championship season continues tonight as the drivers finally hit US soil at the New Hampshire Motor Speedway for the 4th race of the season – after beginning the 2013 GRC campaign included three events at XGames events in other locations around the world.

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By Patrick Rall Jul 11 2013 - 9:56am

Introducing the Sinister 2013 Ram 1500 Black Express

The 2013 model year is almost gone but the Chrysler Group has introduced the new Ram 1500 Black Express to help the half ton pickup finish the model year strong – with this all black package applied to the popular Express value group offering Hemi power and a sinister, sporty appearance.

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2014 Volkswagen Beetle GSR limited edition

By Denis Flierl Jul 11 2013 - 7:45am

Sporty 2014 Volkswagen Beetle GSR launching with hot new engine

Volkswagen is shaking things up with new turbocharged engines for the 2014 Jetta, Beetle and Passat and a sporty new 2014 Beetle GSR that is faster and more fuel-efficient.

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By David Herron Jul 10 2013 - 10:22pm

Netherlands getting largest yet national electric car fast charging network

Netherlands company Fastned is starting to build its planned network of 200 DC Fast Charging stations, looking to cover the entire country.

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By David Herron Jul 10 2013 - 7:35pm

Toyota challenges eco-savvy influencers to fuel efficiency contest

Toyota is challenging 7 eco-savvy eco-influencers to a contest of fuel efficiency in a Toyota Prius Plug-in.

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The Body Paint image of the Fiat Abarth Cabrio. Image courtesy Newspress

By Don Bain Jul 10 2013 - 7:10pm

When Fiat talks Body Paint, it is what you're thinking [video]

Fiat has created an image of the 500 Abarth Cabrio from painted human bodies assembled to look just like the car – making it look muscular at a distance and bawdy up close.

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