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 Don Bain Jan 2 2013 - 8:05pm

Auto sales totals projected at 15.3 million this year

Sales of autos in the US will continue to blaze the trail to economic recovery during 2013 with a 7 percent boost that will bring total unit sales to 15.3 million for the year.

By David Herron G+ Jan 2 2013 - 6:45pm

Fiscal cliff bill preserves electric motorcycle and other tax credits

A long list of tax credits due to expire at the end of 2012 did not get lost in last weeks political insanity, and several clean technology tax credits including those for electric motorcycles and electric car charging infrastructure were extended until the end of 2013.

Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible

By Aaron Turpen G+ Jan 2 2013 - 3:44pm

Bentley to unveil new Continental GT Speed Convertible at NAIAS

Billed as the world's fastest four-seat convertible, the new flagship performance will take its top down and show all at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 2 2013 - 2:25pm

Better performance, better MPGs for Hemi-powered Dodge Charger, Ram 1500 and more via new transmission

The Chrysler Group has been making good use of an 8-speed automatic transmission for some time now in their Pentastar V6-powered vehicles including the Dodge Charger, the Jeep Grand Cherokee and the new Ram 1500 but starting later this year, the versions of those vehicles powered by the mighty 5.7L Hemi will also feature the fuel-friendly 8-speed automatic transmission.

By Anthony Faccenda Jan 2 2013 - 1:02pm

Avis buys Zipcar for $500 million, expands into growing car sharing business

Avis says it will generate $50 to $70 million in 'annual synergies' as a result of the deal.

By John Goreham G+ Jan 2 2013 - 12:46pm

Hyundai and Kia will integrate Google Maps with their telematics systems

Fans of Google shopping for a Kia or Hyunadi will rejoice at the pairing.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 2 2013 - 11:30am

Dealerships dropping the Chevrolet Volt over increased costs

While the Chevrolet Volt has quickly become the bestselling electric vehicle in America, some Chevrolet dealerships plan to stop selling the Volt over an increase in the cost of required tools needed to service the high tech sedan – claiming that with their low volume sales of the GM electric vehicle it just doesn’t make good business sense to make the hefty investment in new tools.

By Anthony Faccenda Jan 2 2013 - 9:01am

Paparazzo killed trying to snap pictures of Justin Bieber's Ferrari 458 Italia

The photographer was reportedly struck by an oncoming vehicle while attempting to take pictures of Bieber's white Ferrari during a routine traffic stop in Los Angeles.

Washington state tries a $100 EV tax to recoup loss in gasoline money

By Nicolas Zart Jan 2 2013 - 8:52am

Washington State Taxes Electric Car Drivers For loss of Gasoline Tax

States caught with the conundrum of electric vehicles not paying taxes are working to find ways to leverage loss income. Washington’s answer is a $100 EV tax.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jan 2 2013 - 8:01am

Next-generation Ferrari California could have turbo power

Ferrari is reported to be testing new powertrains for the next-gen 2014/2015 California and it could include a new turbocharger.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Jan 2 2013 - 12:07am

Discolor Tyre concept turns tires orange when they wear thin

Most drivers seem unaware of the built-in indicators today's vehicle tires have to alert them to the need for replacement. This conceptual for colored tires would make it obvious to even the most unobservant.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jan 1 2013 - 2:44pm

2013 Ford Mustang most researched car of 2012

The 2013 Ford Mustang was the most-searched car last year and there are plenty of reasons why.

Fisker Atlantic, a smaller version of the Karma

By Nicolas Zart Jan 1 2013 - 2:16pm

Jay Leno Asks Fisker On Plug-In Atlantic

Jay Leno gets more info on the Fisker Automotive PHEV Atlantic from Henrik Fisker. A smaller and more affordable version of the Karma?

2013 Subaru BRZ / Toyota GT 86 / Scion FR-S

By Denis Flierl G+ Jan 1 2013 - 9:21am

2013 Toyota GT 86/Subaru BRZ best buys of 2012

The new 2013 Toyota GT 86 and Subaru BRZ have been touted as the best of the best buys in Australia by TMR.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jan 1 2013 - 7:39am

2013 Ford Shelby GT500 is flying off dealer lots

The iconic Ford Shelby GT500 is the fastest-selling car in America and dealers can’t keep them on their lots.

By Anthony Faccenda Dec 31 2012 - 6:22pm

Pair of 1941 Lincolns featured in 'The Godfather' are up for auction

Come Jan. 17, auction-goers will have the chance to bid on a 1941 Lincoln Continental coupe and a 1941 Lincoln Custom limousine, both of which were prominently featured in 'The Godfather.'

Montrose Ford Auto Dealer Date 10 December 2011, by S.MacMillen

By Don Bain Dec 31 2012 - 5:34pm

Car sales saving the US economy

The projected sales of 14.5 million vehicles in the US last year is the highest number since the recession began, an increase of 13 percent over last year, and equal to 30 percent of the overall economy.

By Denis Flierl G+ Dec 31 2012 - 8:45am

Toyota unveiling GT 86/Scion FR-S custom coupes in Tokyo

Toyota will be unveiling at least five custom GT 86/Scion FR-S coupes at the 2013 Tokyo Auto Salon.

U.S. Capitol police car in the streets of Washington D.C. 22 November 2008 Autho

By Don Bain Dec 31 2012 - 1:14am

The age of the personal police car may end soon

No one is likely to dispute the fact police presence and visibility tends to discourage criminal behavior, but the sight of a police car in a residential driveway may be going the way of the Dodo as budget restrictions bring the practice under close scrutiny.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Dec 30 2012 - 4:05pm

Kia Motors appoints first non-Korean President

Peter Schreyer, a Bavarian, has been Kia's Chief Design Officer and was the man behind the transformation in the company's design cues, including the "Tiger-nose."

By Denis Flierl G+ Dec 30 2012 - 8:01am

Will new Mustang-based sport coupe revive Lincoln?

Lincoln is reported to be launching a new 2015 Mustang-based luxury sport coupe that could revive the struggling brand.

By Denis Flierl G+ Dec 30 2012 - 7:54am

Ford Focus and Fiesta are setting the world on fire

The new 2013 Ford Focus and Fiesta are on fire with consumers buying more of the two Fords than any other nameplate around the globe.

By Denis Flierl G+ Dec 29 2012 - 4:56pm

South Koreans abhor the new Subaru Forester

Subaru is disliked by the South Koreans so much that they will pull out of the country next year and stop selling the popular 2013 Forester, Legacy and Outback.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Dec 29 2012 - 11:09am

Ford to raze Highland Park assembly plant

Ford has won approval from the St. Paul, Minnesota Planning Commission to commence demolition of its Highland Park assembly plant, which it shuttered last year, belying claimed "growth" plans.

Electricdrive technology is creeping in everywhere!

By Nicolas Zart Dec 29 2012 - 10:48am

2013 Electric Vehicle & Plug-In Hybrid Predictions

If 2012 was the year of the choice of electric vehicles, EV, 2013 will be the choice of plug-in hybrids. What can we expect?

2013 Ford Fusion Energi plug-in hybrid. Image courtesy of Ford.

By Don Bain Dec 29 2012 - 2:16am

EPA rates Ford Fusion Energi Plug-in Hybrid at 108 MPGe

The 2013 Ford Fusion, that was recently named Green Car of the Year, gives a nod to the Fusion Energi plug-in hybrid, rated by the US Environmental Protection Agency at 108 MPGe, making it arguably America’s most fuel-efficient vehicle.

The 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in. Image courtesy of Toyota.

By Don Bain Dec 28 2012 - 4:50pm

Toyota Prius named Best New Car Value by Consumer Reports

Consumer Reports has named the Toyota Prius Best New Car Value, but the distinction is made somewhat dubious by the fact it has been held for four years by the gas burning Honda Fit, that is more or less indistinguishable from other small commuters.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Dec 28 2012 - 4:12pm

Infiniti releases Q50 teaser video upon reaching 1M Facebook fans

Infiniti has released a teaser video of the new Q50, set for debut at the upcoming North American International Auto Show in mid-January, after reaching 1 million fans on Facebook.

By Anthony Faccenda Dec 28 2012 - 4:09pm

Beyonce to receive a 2014 Chevy C7 Corvette at Super Bowl

The automaker previously announced that it would not run any commercials at the 2013 Super Bowl due to the high cost of advertising.

By Patrick Rall G+ Dec 28 2012 - 12:38pm

The 2014 Chevrolet Camaro to pack the mighty 427 cubic inch LS7

A document dug up by the Chevy lovers at Camaro5 suggests that the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro will feature the LS7 V8 that is currently only available in the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 but considering that the same document makes no mention of a new trimline that would use this new engine – we are left wondering just what GM has in store for the Camaro for the 2014 model year.

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