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 David Herron Apr 23 2013 - 4:16pm

Volvo upgrades C30 electric performance, adds 1.5 hrs fast charging

The Volvo C30 electric car is going into testing and evaluation by customers this summer, and features faster acceleration and faster charging.

By John Goreham Apr 23 2013 - 3:43pm

New product may revolutionize how we care for our vehicle's finish

3M has created a home-application film that will rival dealership applied products for less than a tenth the cost.

By John Goreham Apr 23 2013 - 2:28pm

2013 Volkswagen Passat Wolfsburg Edition adds features and value

The new mid-2013 Volkswagen Passat Wolfsburg edition has content and pricing buyers cannot ignore.

By John Goreham Apr 23 2013 - 12:13pm

AAA answers the question how high is too high for gas prices

AAA has concluded a study it thinks answers the question. But do American's even know the actual cost of gasoline? Do you?

By Patrick Rall Apr 23 2013 - 12:01pm

2013 SRT Viper nears the 10 second quarter mile barrier in new video

A new video has hit the web showing a 2013 SRT Viper fitted with a set of drag radial tires and piloted by a driver with very little experience in the Viper rocketing down the quarter mile in the low 11 second range – aided by the Mopar supercar’s new launch control system.

Ferrari LaFerrari hybrid supercar at Auto Shanghai 2013

By Denis Flierl Apr 23 2013 - 7:51am

LaFerrari supercar takes Auto Shanghai 2013 by storm [video]

The new Ferrari LaFerrari hybrid supercar makes its China debut at Auto Shanghai 2013 and is the undisputed star of the show again.

By David Herron Apr 22 2013 - 6:38pm

Formula E takes electric car racing to Los Angeles for Earth Day

The Formula E electric car racing Championship took to the streets of Los Angeles today to preview the 2014 launch of the racing series.

By David Herron Apr 22 2013 - 5:45pm

Detroit Electric showing the worlds fastest electric car in Shanghai

The Detroit Electric SP:01, billed as the world's fastest production electric car, is having its global public unveiling in Shanghai, ahead of production launch in August 2013.

By John Goreham Apr 22 2013 - 5:00pm

China's JAC will launch its first electric car in the US

JAC is an automobile manufacturer based in China. It plans to import its Rejoice EV and use GreenTech's motor, facility, and political clout to help make the car a reality.

By Anthony Faccenda Apr 22 2013 - 4:37pm

Porsche signs tennis star Maria Sharapova as brand ambassador

Maria Sharapova can now add Porsche to her list of endorsement deals; a list that already includes Nike, Gatorade, Canon and Tropicana among others.

By Patrick Rall Apr 22 2013 - 2:18pm

2014 SRT Viper mule caught with ACR style wheels, unique exhaust

Yesterday afternoon, we caught up with what appeared to be a 2014 SRT Viper GTS test mule in GTS Blue sporting some unusual round exhaust protruding through the side sills and a set of non-matching rear wheels similar to those used on the 2010 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR - leading me to wonder if this test car might wear some of the features of the new American Club Racer Viper.

By John Goreham Apr 22 2013 - 11:11am

Nissan and New York again announce electric Leafs as Taxis

Better late than never, Mayor Bloomberg and Nissan again announce that 6 Nissan Leafs will be used as New York city Taxis.

By Patrick Rall Apr 22 2013 - 10:53am

Scott Speed wins X Games Global RallyCross Gold with incredible last turn pass (New Pictures)

Although the first Global RallyCross event of the 2013 season at X Games Brazil was packed full of championship rally racers from around the world – GRC newcomer and NASCAR/F1 regular Scott Speed pulled out an incredible last turn pass of GRC regular Toomas Heikkinen to claim X Games gold in his very first RallyCross race.

By Denis Flierl Apr 22 2013 - 8:04am

2014 Subaru Forester quickly becoming most popular model

When Subaru launches the 2014 Forester in the UK next month, it will be the brands most popular model around the globe.

Mercedes-Benz Concept GLA previews GLA-Class

By Denis Flierl Apr 21 2013 - 8:05am

Mercedes GLA Concept previews forthcoming GLA-Class

Mercedes-Benz unveils the new Concept GLA at Auto Shanghai 2013 and it will likely preview the new compact premium SUV GLA-Class.

By Denis Flierl Apr 21 2013 - 8:00am

Mercedes A-Class attracts global buyers with smaller premium car

The successful new 2013 Mercedes-Benz A-Class is launching in China and returns to Auto Shanghai where it all began two years ago.

By Aaron Turpen Apr 21 2013 - 4:35am

2014 Kia Cadenza gets pricing, enters showrooms later this month

Kia has released pricing details for its flagship premium sedan, touting it as the most powerful and technologically advanced Kia in the U.S. market, including class-leading interior room as well as two option packages.

2013 Subaru WRX STI Rally America and RallyCross

By Denis Flierl Apr 20 2013 - 3:12pm

See what it takes to be a RallyCross driver [video]

Subaru takes their 2013 WRX STI and gets it ready for the Rally America and Rally Cross race season. Do you think you have what it takes?

2014 Ford Fiesta ST at Auto Shanghai 2013

By Denis Flierl Apr 20 2013 - 8:01am

Fast and furious 2014 Ford Fiesta ST advances global performance

The new 2014 Ford Fiesta ST is the latest hot hatch from Ford to be unveiled around the globe and makes its China debut at Auto Shanghai 2013.

By Patrick Rall Apr 19 2013 - 6:22pm

Chrysler engineer killed in first public 2013 SRT Viper crash

Details have emerged on seems to be the first crash of a 2013 SRT Viper on public roads and the sight of the wrecked American supercar comes with grim news as the one car accident claimed the life of veteran Chrysler Group engineer Martin Morse.

By David Herron Apr 19 2013 - 5:51pm

Leaf, Model S, leads Kelly Blue Book list of top 10 green cars

After driving and testing nearly every new vehicle on the market today, KBB's editors have named the top 10 green cars on sale in the U.S.

By Anthony Faccenda Apr 19 2013 - 5:25pm

Nissan recalls 2013 Pathfinder, Infiniti JX over faulty brakes

Nissan is recalling certain Pathfinder and Infiniti JX SUVs over front brake problem, which may lead to premature brake failure.

Iron Man 3 star Audi R8 e-tron with Robert Downey Jr

By Aaron Turpen Apr 19 2013 - 5:21pm

Iron Man 3 special screening features the Audi R8 E-tron and some guy named Robert Downey Junior

The special screening debut of Iron Man 3 featured the star of the show, the Audi R8 E-tron. The E-tron greeted VIP guests as they came to see its film debut as Audi celebrated three successful film franchises with the R8 brand. Some guy in dark glasses also showed up.

By Anthony Faccenda Apr 19 2013 - 4:28pm

Honda recalls 205k vehicles over roll away fears

Honda is recalling three 2012-2013 models over a shift problem, which may allow the vehicle to roll away.

By David Herron Apr 19 2013 - 3:20pm

Ford and KB Home showing C-MAX Energi and smart grid at ZeroHouse

Ford and KB Home are showing that electrified vehicles can be part of an energy saving lifestyle when combined with a house filled with solar panels and smart grid enabled appliances.

Tanner Foust with his custom Foust Edition F150 Raptor

By Patrick Rall Apr 19 2013 - 1:40pm

TorqueNews Exclusive: Introducing the Tanner Foust Edition Ford F150 Raptor

The customized Ford F150 SVT Raptor shown on the right is the newest vehicle to wear the Tanner Foust name as the Top Gear host and champion of both the drift and rally worlds grows his high performance vehicle brand – the Foust Edition.

By Patrick Rall Apr 19 2013 - 11:17am

The Golden celebration continues-meet the Lamborghini Aventador LP720-4 50 Anniversario Edition

The images on the right are the first of the new Lamborghini Aventador LP720-4 50 Anniversario Edition – a special limited edition supercar designed to help the Italian automaker continue its 50th anniversary celebration that kicked off with the debut of the Lamborghini Veneno last month.

VelociRaptor 600 takes 2013 Ford F150 Raptor to another level

By Denis Flierl Apr 19 2013 - 10:59am

The VelociRaptor 600 takes F150 Raptor to another level [video]

Want the ultimate muscle truck? The Hennessey VelociRaptor 600 Supercharged delivers both off-and-on road and takes the 2013 F150 Ford SVT Raptor to an incredible level of performance.

By Denis Flierl Apr 19 2013 - 8:17am

2015 Audi A3 world premiere will be live from Shanghai

The world premiere of the highly anticipated 2015 Audi A3 Sedan will be broadcast live from Auto Shanghai 2013 today.

The Swapalease wrapped Chevy Volt. Image courtesy of Scot hall, CEO.

By Don Bain Apr 19 2013 - 2:31am

Lease a Ford Fusion or Toyota Camry and save $2,000 per year over buying

Information released from AAA shows the cost of owning and operating a car is up to $9,122 annually for the average sedan, but according to Scot Hall of Swapalease, leasing a Ford Fusion or Toyota Camry can save you up to $2,000 per year.

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