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 Aaron Turpen May 9 2013 - 6:27pm

Buick recalls the 'Hot Rod of World War II' in a heavy metal tribute

Tuesday was Victory in Europe (VE) day and to commemorate the day on Buick's 110th anniversary, the company turned back the clock to a time when heavy metal meant not loud guitars and big hair, but machines that sported huge guns and tracks instead of wheels. Yes, the Hot Rod of WWII was made by Buick, and now the M18 Hellcat rides again.

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By Patrick Rall May 9 2013 - 4:45pm

5 fun facts leaked on the 2014 Toyota Corolla

A Toyota dealership in Kansas recently posted a collection of information on the redesigned 2014 Toyota Corolla and while that information has since been taken down, the good people at Motor Trend were quick to publish what they read for us all to enjoy.

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By Anthony Faccenda May 9 2013 - 1:49pm

Consumer Reports: Tesla Model S is the one of the best cars ever [video]

The Tesla Model S has received a 99 out of 100 score from Consumer Reports, making it the highest-rated car on the road today.

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By David Herron May 9 2013 - 12:58pm

Terrafugia shows plug-in hybrid flying car of the future

The self driving flying car we were promised as kids could become a reality, thanks to technology being developed by Terrafugia.

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By Patrick Rall May 9 2013 - 12:28pm

Fisker based VL Destino to carry on without Fisker, with 556 horsepower

Even though it looks like Fisker Automotive is all but out of business due to crippling financial issues, the Bob Lutz backed VL Destino that is based on the Fisker Karma extended range electric vehicle will carry on – with hundreds of inquiries from current Karma owners who are more interested in supercharged V8 power than they are emission free driving.

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By John Goreham May 9 2013 - 12:01pm

Cadillac CTS is longer, leaner and meaner

One old trick and one new one make the 2014 CTS from Cadillac stiffer and lighter than the competition.

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By David Herron May 9 2013 - 10:22am

Aerovironment chosen by Ford for charging station installation, service

Aerovironment, with years of experience in electric vehicles, was chosen for turnkey charging station installation and support for Ford plug-in vehicle customers.

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By Aaron Turpen May 9 2013 - 3:19am

2014 Scion TC, iQ and limited 10 Series get price tags

Toyota is producing a limited number of the Scion 10 Series for its tenth anniversary and has released sticker shock values for the series, including the 2014 Scion 10 Series FR-S speed machine.

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By Anthony Faccenda May 8 2013 - 7:36pm

Justin Bieber and his Lamborghini get six speeding tickets in Dubai

Justin Bieber was cited for six speeding infractions while driving in Dubai this past weekend. The singer was in the Gulf city for his "Believe" tour.

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By David Herron May 8 2013 - 6:30pm

Tesla Motors shows strong sales, big revenue growth for Q1 2013

Tesla Motors lived up to their promise to reach profitability for Q1 2013, based on stronger than expected sales and manufacturing efficiency improvements.

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The Nissan GT-R racing the Oris Swiss Hunter jet. Still from YouTube video.

By Don Bain May 8 2013 - 4:55pm

How Nissan GT-R fares racing a Swiss fighter jet [video]

How long a Nissan GT-R can outpace an Oris Swiss Hunter fighter jet off the line was the compelling quest of a journalist from N-Magazine in Germany recently.

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By David Herron May 8 2013 - 4:46pm

Mission Motors teases highest performance electric vehicle ever

Coming June 3, Mission Motors promises to unveil the most advanced production motorcycle, that will also be the highest performance electric vehicle in existence.

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New 2013 BMW M3 Touring Emergency Medical services vehicle

By Denis Flierl May 8 2013 - 11:59am

How saving lives will be faster with new BMW M3

If you ever need emergency medical services, this new 2013 BMW M3 Touring Emergency Medical services vehicle can get to you much quicker.

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By John Goreham May 8 2013 - 11:47am

Why should you care if your car is a Top Safety Pick

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety launches a campaign to explain how it does its work and why it matters to every driver.

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By Denis Flierl May 8 2013 - 8:31am

Amazing “Design Vision GTI” shows future of VW Golf GTI

This wild racing GTI concept is race-ready, and is based on the latest 2015 Volkswagen GTI, but reveals the future of the Volkswagen Golf GTI.

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By Aaron Turpen May 8 2013 - 12:28am

Tesla steals from Aston Martin, talks to Google about Auto Bots

Tesla has not only stolen key talent (and some say design cues) from Aston Martin, but is also talking with Google about making an electric robot car. In typical Silicon Valley fashion, bridges are being jumped at Tesla Motors.

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2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 at the Denver Auto Show. Image © 2013 by Don Bain

By Don Bain May 7 2013 - 7:39pm

Mercedes-Benz, Toyota top Harris Poll EQ in automotive brand perception

Mercedes-Benz and Toyota received the highest rating for brand perception among 30 automotive brands on the basis of familiarity, quality and intent to buy in the 2013 Harris Poll EquiTrend Brand Equity Index (EQ).

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2013 Audi S7 with Leonard Nimoy and Zachary Quinto

By Denis Flierl May 7 2013 - 3:32pm

Audi uses Spock vs Spock in brilliant marketing of new S7 [video]

See what happens when Leonard Nimoy takes on Star Trek newbie Zachary Quinto and his all-new Audi S7.

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650 hp Hennessey Supercharged 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee HPE650

By Denis Flierl May 7 2013 - 1:36pm

See what happens when a 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 gets 650 hp

There is only one performance shop who can come up with a 650 horsepower upgrade for the 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8. See who would dare think of doing it.

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By Patrick Rall May 7 2013 - 1:16pm

GM President Mark Reuss has 1 wish for the Chevrolet - a new rear drive sports car

General Motors North American President Mark Reuss recently stated that his biggest wish for the Chevrolet brand was to offer an affordable, rear wheel drive sports car – one that would compete with the likes of the Mazda MX5 and the Subaru/Toyota joint venture coupes.

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By John Goreham May 7 2013 - 12:39pm

Hertz move will mean big take-home pay boost to workers

America's largest car owner is moving its headquarters and nearly 1,000 workers to a new location in Florida. What the move will mean to its workers.

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By David Herron May 7 2013 - 11:23am

Nissan Leaf among safest cars in US, awarded Top Safety Pick by IIHS

Earning top crash safety ratings from the IIHS, that organization has awarded the 2013 Nissan Leaf with the Top Safety Pick designation.

By Denis Flierl May 7 2013 - 8:30am

How the 2014 GMC Sierra will change performance rules

When GMC rolls out the all-new 2014 Sierra fill-size pickup it will come with a new class-leading V6 powerplant. Can the new Sierra finally compete with the Ford F-150?

By Anthony Faccenda May 6 2013 - 10:07pm

BMW joins massive exploding-airbag recall, adds 42k vehicles

BMW is recalling 42,000 3-Series vehicles due to a passenger front airbag inflator defect.

By David Herron May 6 2013 - 7:47pm

Chevy Volt batteries will finally be built in U.S. as LG Chem opens factory in Michigan

US based battery production will get a big boost when LG Chem launches commercial production at its plant in Holland Michigan.

By David Herron May 6 2013 - 6:42pm

Toyota upgrades EV P002 electric race car for hot electric competition at Pikes Peak

Competition in the electric class at Pikes Peak is heating up with Toyota seeking to hold their title in the face of multiple competitors.

By Anthony Faccenda May 6 2013 - 6:29pm

GM recalls 43k Buick, Chevy hybrids that may catch fire

General Motors is recalling almost 43,000 Chevrolet and Buick eAssist hybrids over a potential fire risk.

Usain Bolt and 2014 Nissan "Bolt Gold" GT-R

By Denis Flierl May 6 2013 - 6:04pm

Usain Bolt wins gold again with one-off "Bolt Gold" GT-R [video]

The "fastest man in the world”"Usain Bolt has won gold again and this time he gets to drive the new 2014 Nissan "Bolt Gold" GT-R medal home.

Dubai police force 2013 Chevrolet Camaro SS

By Patrick Rall May 6 2013 - 4:10pm

Dubai police force adds Chevrolet Camaro SS, Aston Martin One-77

The Dubai police force has made big news over the past month with new supercar service vehicles and the Chevrolet Camaro SS is among the latest group of new police cars – bringing a touch of American muscle to the police department of one of the richest countries on the planet.

By Denis Flierl May 6 2013 - 3:33pm

Two reasons RAV4 is fastest selling vehicle in Toyota lineup

Thanks to two important changes, buyers are purchasing the all-new 2013 Toyota RAV4 at record numbers and they are flying off dealer lots.

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