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 John Goreham Jan 24 2013 - 4:52pm

Volkswagen Super Bowl commercial teaser brings smiles

VW has created a new Super Bowl commercial that promises to make even the most angry of us happy.

By Patrick Rall Jan 24 2013 - 4:23pm

The Lincoln MKC Concept shows a bright future for Ford's luxury brand

The 2013 Detroit Auto Show introduced the world to the new Lincoln MKC Concept – a great looking compact SUV that should go a long way in proving Lincoln dealerships with the fresh vehicles that the luxury brand so desperately needs.

By David Herron Jan 24 2013 - 3:00pm

The 60 kilowatt-hour Tesla Model S qualifies for California rebate

California's Clean Vehicle Rebate Project offers up to a $2,500 for electric cars on top of the $7,500 federal tax credit, and the 60 kilowatt-hour Tesla Model S was just listed on the CVRP website.

By John Goreham Jan 24 2013 - 1:50pm

MINI rolls back to back new models with Paceman JCW and Clubman Bond Street

At the NAIAS in Detoit MINI introduced the Paceman John Cooper works edition. At the Geneva Show it will bring out the Clubman Bond Street. Here is what makes them special.

Ken Block's 2013 Ford Fiesta Global RallyCross car

By Patrick Rall Jan 24 2013 - 11:33am

Ken Block gets new paint scheme and new team name for 2013 - hints to Gymkhana 6

The green, black and white Monster Energy Drink paint scheme has covered every car that Ken Block has competed in all of the way back to his Subaru rally days but starting in 2013, Ken Block’s Ford Fiesta race cars will have a new paint scheme while also departing from the Monster World Rally team name – and dropping a subtle hint about the upcoming Gymkhana 6 video.

By Denis Flierl Jan 24 2013 - 8:08am

Toyota and BMW will launch new lightweight sports vehicle

Toyota and BMW have signed a binding agreement further deepening their cooperation for sustainable mobility and will launch a new lightweight fuel-efficient sports vehicle.

By Don Bain Jan 23 2013 - 5:17pm

Toyota looks to Chicago even before NAIAS ends

The auto business is hitting a pace set by some of its supercars as Toyota begins to reveal plans for the Chicago Auto Show before its presence at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit has concluded.

By Anthony Faccenda Jan 23 2013 - 4:29pm

Mercedes-Benz previews Kate Upton Super Bowl ad and fans are not impressed

Mercedes-Benz has alienated both male and female car buyers with its new Super Bowl ad. Keep reading to see some of the fan criticism being waged at the automaker and to check out the ad for yourself.

By John Goreham Jan 23 2013 - 4:28pm

Funny Hyundai Super Bowl commercials to bring laughter and customers

Hyundai is all in for the Super Bowl. Here is a preview of the funny commercials viewers will see

Ford Fusion Hybrid gets 5 Stars from the NHTSA

By Nicolas Zart Jan 23 2013 - 4:00pm

Ford Earns Top NHTSA Top Rating For Fusion & Fusion Hybrid

Ford clinches once again awards and top ratings with its Fusion. The company has come back with a vengeance in a few years.

By Patrick Rall Jan 23 2013 - 3:26pm

Kia teases curvy concept ahead of Geneva Motor Show

Kia Motors has just issued a brief press release and a collection of artwork teasing an unnamed vehicle that the Korean automaker refers to simply as “a new urban concept car” – with the formal debut of this curvy concept slated for the 2013 Geneva Motor Show.

By Patrick Rall Jan 23 2013 - 2:37pm

The Fiat 500 Abarth Tenebra brings sinister Italian flare to Detroit

The Fiat 500 Abarth Tenebra design concept rolled into the 2013 North American International Auto Show with a name that hints to the dark design scheme of this great looking high performance compact.

By David Herron Jan 23 2013 - 1:48pm

Tesla Model S production says Tesla will fly high rather than crash

While Tesla has kept quiet on Model S production, a statement by Jerome Guillen, the company's director of Model S programs says Model S production is at full capacity, which is supposed to bring in enough revenue to keep Tesla afloat.

By Patrick Rall Jan 23 2013 - 12:10pm

The 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee debuts in Detroit with new look, diesel power

We have already talked about the Detroit debut of the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 but as the 2013 NAIAS continues on, we bring you a look at the non-performance 2014 Grand Cherokee that has received a sporty facelift along with the return of the powerful and efficient diesel engine option.

By John Goreham Jan 23 2013 - 10:58am

2013 Chrysler Glacier offers cool styling and hot performance in cold weather

The 2013 Chrysler Glacier is a special edition, all-wheel drive luxury car with attitude and style. Offering a frugal V6 or a HEMI V8, this special edition is the ultimate snowboard weekend sedan.

By Denis Flierl Jan 23 2013 - 7:56am

2014 Ford Fiesta ST is a hot hatch in the UK

Ford has announced pricing for the two-series Fiesta ST line-up, and with large numbers of pre-orders, it’s already a big hit in the UK.

Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible at NAIAS

By Aaron Turpen Jan 22 2013 - 10:49pm

Bentley unveils new Continental GT Speed Convertible at NAIAS

The world's fastest four-seat convertible goes to Detroit and wows the auto show crowds.

By Aaron Turpen Jan 22 2013 - 10:27pm

Rolls-Royce teases new Wraith, most powerful Rolls in history

Britain's luxury coachmaker, Rolls-Royce, will be debuting it's all-new Wraith at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show and promises it will be the most powerful Rolls ever made.

By Patrick Rall Jan 22 2013 - 3:03pm

Leaked images of the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible surface online

It is common knowledge that General Motors will almost certainly offer drop top version of the new 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray but what appears to be either leaked images or VERY good fakes of the C7 Corvette Stingray Convertible have surfaced online – seemingly offering us our first look of the gorgeous open air American sports car.

By Patrick Rall Jan 22 2013 - 2:06pm

2013 Dodge Dart GT debuts at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show

Exactly two weeks ago today, the Chrysler Group announced the new 2013 Dodge Dart GT – the highest performance variant of the sporty compact sedan offered to date – but the ongoing 2013 North American International Auto Show brought about the formal world debut of the new Dart GT sedan.

By David Herron Jan 22 2013 - 1:42pm

BMW's i3 electric car to have motorcycle engine range extender for 250 mile range

The BMW i3, billed as an all electric urban car, will have an option for a gasoline range extender that will offer a total driving range of 250 miles.

By Patrick Rall Jan 22 2013 - 12:55pm

The only 2012 Chevrolet COPO Camaro Convertible raises $400,000 for charity

General Motors built 69 examples of their awesome 2012 Chevrolet COPO Camaro drag package to commemorate the original COPO Camaro in 1969 and this past weekend at the Barrett Jackson Auto Auction – 2012 COPO Camaro #69 was sold as the only convertible version of this race-only package to be sold to the public.

By Patrick Rall Jan 22 2013 - 11:55am

The 1953 Ford F100 designed by Chip Foose raises $170k for children’s charities

This weekend, the 1953 Ford F100 pickup designed by Chip Foose for the people at WD40 and the SEMA Cares charities rolled onto the auction block of the Barrett Jackson Auto Auction and when the final gavel came down – this gorgeous restomod pickup raised $170,000 for children’s charities.

By Denis Flierl Jan 22 2013 - 7:57am

Venom GT sets world record for fastest production car [video]

Hennessey Venom GT is the fastest production car in the world and also one of the most exclusive cars on the planet.

1966 Cadillac Coupe de Ville. Image from WikiMedia Commons license 2.0

By Don Bain Jan 21 2013 - 11:45pm

NHTSA investigating seat heaters that singe passengers

The National Highway Traffic Safety Association is investigating what the maximum temperature those wonderful heated seats should potentially reach, due to claims some have been burnt by overheating elements.

By Anthony Faccenda Jan 21 2013 - 10:18pm

First look at Nissan GT-R from Fast and Furious 6 [Video]

Although this isn't the first Nissan GT-R featured in the Fast and the Furious franchise, it just might be the best. Not only does the modified GT-R boast 685 horsepower, it also features a customized body kit. Keep reading for more details, as well as to see a video from R's Tuning.

By Patrick Rall Jan 21 2013 - 9:35pm

The SRT Viper finally rolls into the Motor City for the 2013 NAIAS

While the 2013 SRT Viper is the only American performance car that is actually built in Detroit, the 2013 North American International Auto Show brought about the first appearance of the newest Viper to the Detroit Auto Show – with two of the gorgeous American supercars there in both GTS and GTS-R form.

A BMW bearing the Canadian Olympics trademark.

By Don Bain Jan 21 2013 - 5:04pm

BMW inks 4 year deal supporting Canadian Olympic Team

BMW, manufacturer of high performance vehicles, has struck a four-year sponsorship deal with the high performance athletes of the Canadian Olympic Team.

By David Herron Jan 21 2013 - 2:52pm

Honda's Accord with a cord goes on sale in California and New York

The first Honda Accord with a Cord, the 2014 Accord Plug-in Hybrid, has gone on sale at selected California and New York Honda dealerships.

By Patrick Rall Jan 21 2013 - 2:25pm

Hyundai shows focus on performance with new Nürburgring test facility

Hyundai Motor Company has recently launched construction of a new testing facility at the famed Nürburgring race course in Germany – showing the Korean automaker’s commitment to driving dynamics while also showing that they are serious about competing with the best cars on the market today.

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