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 Patrick Rall G+ Nov 14 2012 - 2:39pm

GM recalls 2013 Cadillac XTS over head rest problem

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration has announced that General Motors is recalling a large group of the new 2013 Cadillac XTS due to a problem with the rear seating position headrests failing to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

Kepler Motors, what a hybrid supercar should be

By Nicolas Zart Nov 14 2012 - 1:11pm

A Hybrid Supercar According to Kepler Motors

Hybrids might be sought after for their fuel sipping economy but it doesn’t mean the technology can’t be used for serious performance. Find out what Kepler Motors has in store.

By Patrick Rall G+ Nov 14 2012 - 11:20am

Toyota recalls 670k Prius hybrids over power steering, water pump failures

Toyota Motor Co has announced that they will recall 2.77 million vehicles around the world over a concern that the power steering and engine cooling system could fail – with roughly 670,000 examples of the popular Toyota Prius Hybrid here in the US being covered by this newest recall.

By Denis Flierl G+ Nov 14 2012 - 7:53am

2013 Ford Escape earns well-deserved “Car of the Year” award

Popular Mechanics has unveiled its 2013 Automotive Excellence Awards and has named the 2013 Ford Escape its first ever "Car of the Year" award in spite of multiple recalls.

By Anthony Faccenda Nov 13 2012 - 11:52pm

Tesla Model S nabs Motor Trend's Car of the Year award

This marks the first time that a vehicle not powered by an internal combustion engine has received Motor Trend's COTY award.

By John Goreham G+ Nov 13 2012 - 10:35pm

Chevy Spark upsets the auto maintenance apple cart

No more $900 timing belt changes at 70K, no more tranny fluid "flushes."

By Patrick Rall G+ Nov 13 2012 - 8:44pm

Nissan planning new record attempt at the Nürburgring with 2014 GT-R

Sources indicate that Nissan will soon be heading back to the Nürburgring with the 2014 Nissan GT-R supercar to see if they can set the new standard for production cars currently held by the 2010 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR – a feat that would require Nissan to shave some six seconds from the 2013 GT-R’s previous best.

By Patrick Rall G+ Nov 13 2012 - 7:54pm

GM teases Chevrolet Spark EV ahead of LA Auto Show debut

General Motors has confirmed that the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show will bring about the formal debut of the new Chevrolet Spark EV – although little else is known about this brand new compact electric vehicle.

The LT1 V8 of the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette

By Patrick Rall G+ Nov 13 2012 - 4:02pm

8-speed automatic transmission may not be ready for 2014 Corvette debut

General Motors plans to use a new in-house developed 8-speed automatic transmission to help make the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette one of the most efficient in the model’s history but a Motor Trend report indicates that GM may have to call upon an outside supplier for the early versions of the C7 Corvette, as the GM unit will not be ready for the January debut.

CODA, GE and Mr. Electric team up for a free charger and free installation

By Nicolas Zart Nov 13 2012 - 3:28pm

CODA Teams Up With GE and Mr. Electric For Free Chargers

CODA, GE and Mr. Electric are working together to bring you a free charger and installation. That’s $2,000 off the all-electric CODA total to throw in your cost analysis.

By Patrick Rall G+ Nov 13 2012 - 1:29pm

A closer look at the WD40/SEMA Cares Ford trucks

The 2012 SEMA Show brought about the public debut of the customized 1953 Ford F100 and the 2010 Ford Super Duty F350, both of which are designed by automotive legend Chip Foose and clad in the colors of the WD40 brand and this weekend, I had a chance to get some more details on these two charity trucks.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Nov 13 2012 - 1:21pm

Honda unveils tiny electric Micro Commuter Prototype

Honda Motor has revealed a micro car meant as a short-distance commuter platform meant primarily for city and off-highway driving with a relatively short range and fast charging time.

By John Goreham G+ Nov 13 2012 - 12:53pm

Like people, cars are migrating in interesting ways

Vehicles don't stay in their home state like one might expect. Some interesting facts revealed by Swapalease.

By Patrick Rall G+ Nov 13 2012 - 12:30pm

The new 2013 Jeep Patriot Freedom Edition benefits military charities

The Chrysler Group has announced a new special edition package for the 2013 Jeep Patriot compact SUV with a portion of the proceeds from each copy of the new Patriot Freedom Edition models sold going to American military charities.

By John Goreham G+ Nov 13 2012 - 8:13am

Ford introduces new affordable 7-passenger vehicle with a surprise

The new Transit Connect Wagon is a people mover that many will be surprised by.

By Patrick Rall G+ Nov 12 2012 - 11:38am

Emergency refresh 2013 Honda Civic debuts online, coming to LA

Early this morning, the folks at American Honda dropped the virtual sheet on the new 2013 Honda Civic sedan – a surprising “emergency refresh” after just a year of the newest generation of the popular compact lineup with a public debut planned for the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show.

By Denis Flierl G+ Nov 12 2012 - 7:52am

Lamborghini unveils new open-top Aventador LP700-4 Roadster

Lamborghini has unveiled the new Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 Roadster that will create a new benchmark for convertible luxury super sports cars.

The 2012 Hyundai Santro Xing sold in India. Photo courtesy of Hyundai.

By Don Bain Nov 12 2012 - 2:01am

Can Hyundai lose market share by focusing on quality?

Hyundai has become the world’s fifth largest automaker by focusing on producing stylish and value-laden vehicles at an attractive price point.

By Anthony Faccenda Nov 11 2012 - 10:35pm

Volkswagen enlists Dave Gahan of Depeche Mode to sell all-new VW Golf

The commercial for the redesigned seventh-generation Volkswagen Golf includes Depeche Mode's classic song 'People Are People.'

By Denis Flierl G+ Nov 11 2012 - 7:51am

Tricked-out 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe rock and rolls

Hyundai and Rolling Stone magazine have teamed up with a contest for families to win the new tricked-out 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.

By Denis Flierl G+ Nov 11 2012 - 7:13am

Mercedes-Benz A 45 AMG launching next year

Mercedes-Benz has released a teaser of the upcoming 2013 A 45 AMG A-Class luxury high-performance compact and revealed when it will launch.

By Denis Flierl G+ Nov 11 2012 - 6:22am

BMW 3 Series steers its way to an international award

The new 2012 BMW 3 Series has won its fifth most tradition-steeped and renowned automobile prizes in Europe.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Nov 10 2012 - 10:37pm

2013 Ford Fusion wins IIHS Top Safety Pick

The 2013 Fusion has received a Top Safety Pick rating from the IIHS, including on the moderate overlap frontal impact test.

The 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series. Photo courtesy of MBUSA.

By Don Bain Nov 10 2012 - 9:25pm

The racing inspired 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series

Even to the nitrous-infused minds at Mercedes AMG GmbH, the 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series is “the most extreme version of the celebrated SLS.”

By Anthony Faccenda Nov 10 2012 - 8:16pm

Hideous 'Incredible Hulk' drug dealer car heads to US Marshals' auction

The customized 1989 Chevy Caprice was once owned by Ohio drug dealer Thomas King.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Nov 10 2012 - 2:25pm

BorgWarner creates first 3-stage turbo for BMW

BorgWarner has introduced the first 3-stage turbocharging system for diesel engines and it will appear exclusively on BMW's M Performance diesel.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Nov 10 2012 - 2:08pm

Ford and Univ of Michigan holding contest for V2V comm

Ford and the University of Michigan are holding a student contest for vehicle-to-vehicle communications innovation.

By Denis Flierl G+ Nov 10 2012 - 7:28am

New Porsche compact sports car to be unveiled in LA

Porsche has confirmed it will unveil an all-new compact sports car at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show.

By David Herron G+ Nov 9 2012 - 7:20pm

Ford's hybrid cars give better efficiency by learning where you drive with EV+ feature

Ford's new EV+ feature for its hybrid or plug-in cars helps the car stay in electric mode for longer distances, offering better fuel efficiency through predictive software algorithms.

By Anthony Faccenda Nov 9 2012 - 6:40pm

Chrysler recalls over 919,000 Jeep SUVs worldwide due to defective airbags

The automaker issued the massive recall due to an airbag control module problem, which may lead to unintended airbag deployment.

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