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 Nov 16 2012 - 2:22pm

McLaren jump-starting Formula E series with 42 all electric race cars

The Formula E electric race car series, due to launch in 2014, has announced a deal with sports car maker McLaren is to provide all electric Formula style electric race cars for teams to race.

GM pledges 500,000 alternative energy vehicles by 2017

By Nicolas Zart Nov 16 2012 - 1:46pm

500K Electric and Plug-In Hybrids From GM

Can GM produce 500,000 electric and plug-in hybrid cars by 2017? The company seems to think it can.

By Aaron Turpen Nov 16 2012 - 1:38pm

Honda donates Skyfall motorcycle and Peugeot gives up trademark

The BBC Children in Need annual fundraiser has garnered donations from Honda, including the motorcycle used in the new James Bond film Skyfall. For their part, Peugeot has given the very symbol of their venerable company: the lion.

By Denis Flierl Nov 16 2012 - 8:01am

Ener-G-Force reveals future Mercedes-Benz off-road design

The Mercedes-Benz G-Class icon has been transformed into the Ener-G-Force concept police car of 2025, and gives a glimpse of future Mercedes-Benz off-road vehicles.

By David Herron Nov 15 2012 - 8:19pm

Chevy Spark EV to be a fast driving and fast charging electric car

The 2014 Chevy Spark EV, to be unveiled at the LA Auto Show, is shaping up to be a very fast electric car, that will be the first to support the SAE DC Fast Charging system, which will give it a 20 minute recharge time.

Chevy Volt / ABB Energy Storage Inverter system

By David Herron Nov 15 2012 - 7:07pm

GM and ABB demonstrate a second life for used Chevy Volt battery packs

Electric car battery packs can still store and release electricity. GM and ABB demonstrated this week a community energy storage system using Chevy Volt battery packs.

By Denis Flierl Nov 15 2012 - 6:47pm

2013 Toyota RAV4 teaser released ahead of world premiere [video]

The all-new fourth-generation 2013 Toyota RAV4 is set to make its world premiere in LA and Toyota has released a teaser video to give us a preview.

By Anthony Faccenda Nov 15 2012 - 4:17pm

Chrome Lotus Evora showcased in new trailer for Stephenie Meyer's 'The Host'

The Evora's inclusion in the upcoming film marks the vehicle's first appearance in a major US film.

By Aaron Turpen Nov 15 2012 - 3:47pm

A new Mini record set as 28 gymnasts cram into one tiny car

Seeing the new Guinness World Record being set by these participants using not only a classic Mini, but also a new 2012 Mini will give you new respect for clowns.

By David Herron Nov 15 2012 - 3:33pm

Fisker opening technical center to aid finalizing Atlantic's design

To facilitate finalizing the Fisker Atlantic design before production, Fisker Automotive is planning to open a technical center enabling work with components suppliers and others.

By Patrick Rall Nov 15 2012 - 2:41pm

2013 Lamborghini Aventador Roadster priced from $445,300 in the US

When the awesome new 2013 Lamborghini Aventador Roadster was unveiled earlier this week, the Italian supercar builder announced that this new open air supercar would carry a European price of 300,000 Euros but we know now that American buyers will be paying a bit more for the right to drive the Aventador Roadster on US roads.

By John Goreham Nov 15 2012 - 1:13pm

2014 Corvette design will focus on aerodynamics

The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette will enter its seventh generation officially in two months when it is revealed on January 13th.

Noteworthy design entries for the 2012 LA Auto Show

By Nicolas Zart Nov 15 2012 - 12:51pm

What To Expect From the Los Angeles Auto Show

The Los Angeles Auto Show is a great shows that marries enough mainstream cars and off-shoot local innovations. What can you expect to see and hear about this year at the car show?

CODA Branches out into Energy Management

By Nicolas Zart Nov 15 2012 - 12:27pm

CODA Energy Teams up with Stem For A Smart Energy Optimization System

CODA is starting to stretch its arms and establish itself as not only an electric car leader, but an energy group. What does this mean for the carmaker?

The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette under a cover

By Patrick Rall Nov 15 2012 - 11:31am

GM teases the C7 in the newest 2014 Chevrolet Corvette video

Early this morning, the folks at General Motors issued the newest official video of the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette and while this new video should be enough to get your blood pumping as we all eagerly await the debut of the C7 Corvette – GM’s new video still doesn’t offer a look at the actual car.

By Denis Flierl Nov 15 2012 - 7:50am

VW Beetle and Beetle Cabriolet get "Exclusive" features

The new 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is getting some “Exclusive” features that are available on the Beetle and Beetle Cabriolet range.

By Anthony Faccenda Nov 14 2012 - 8:48pm

Uma Thurman and BMW i8 Roadster vie for camera attention at BMW's 'Born Electric' event

Thurman not only served as guest of honor at BMW's kickoff event, but also managed to test drive the concept vehicle.

By David Herron Nov 14 2012 - 6:52pm

Disruptive transportation technology a topic at VERGE SF 2012

One thing the technology industry does is disrupt existing business models, replacing them with more efficient technology-driven business models, so how might that play out in the transportation field?

By Anthony Faccenda Nov 14 2012 - 6:48pm

GM recalls 2012 Buick Verano, Chevy Sonic and Cruze vehicles over airbag defect

According to GM, the recall was issued due to a driver side frontal airbag problem, which may result in airbag deployment failure.

By David Herron Nov 14 2012 - 5:27pm

Algae based biodiesel now on sale in SF Bay Area gas stations

Solazyme's algae based biodiesel is being sold through Propel Fuels stations in the SF Bay Area.

By John Goreham Nov 14 2012 - 4:16pm

Venzas made in the US by Toyota head overseas

Toyota Motor Corporation continues its insourcing here in the US.

By Patrick Rall 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.

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