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 Nicolas Zart Sep 1 2012 - 5:48pm

Jaguar Announces 200 C-X75 Plug-In Hybrids

Jaguar stunned us a few months ago with its amazing C-X75 plug-in hybrid concept. Now the famous carmaker announces up to 200 C-X75 of these plug-in hybrids.

The LE Concept will be at the Paris Auto Show

By Nicolas Zart Sep 1 2012 - 12:27pm

Infiniti DNA Emerg-e Into LE Concept

Infiniti is beating the iron while red hot with the introduction of the LE Concept at the Paris Auto Show. The Emerg-E will be showcased right next to it.

By Denis Flierl G+ Sep 1 2012 - 10:42am

All-new 2013 BMW M5 Sedan and M6 Coupe are back

After a two-year hiatus, the ultra-high-performance 2013 BMW M5 Sedan and M6 Coupe are back on U.S. shores.

By Anthony Faccenda Aug 31 2012 - 11:38pm

Dr. Phil speaks out about stolen Chevy, reward offered

An understandably shaken McGraw expressed his love for the classic 1957 Chevy to Drive On.

By Denis Flierl G+ Aug 31 2012 - 6:26pm

What it takes to become the 2013 Audi R8 V10

The all-new 2013 Audi R8 V10 has just broken cover at the Moscow Auto Show and we have an exclusive video showing what it took to make the supercar.

By Anthony Faccenda Aug 31 2012 - 5:27pm

General Lee ditches controversial Confederate flag

Warner Bros., owner of 'The Dukes of Hazzard' brand, has decided to remove the Confederate flag from all upcoming versions of the General Lee.

By John Goreham G+ Aug 31 2012 - 5:12pm

New 2013 Nissan Sentra steps up in terms of mileage, comfort, and looks

The all-new 2013 Nissan Sentra is no longer the baby in the family and it shows.

By Nicolas Zart Aug 31 2012 - 1:47pm

$120 Million For Electric Cars From The Department of Energy

You can’t say this administration hasn’t favored the mass adoption of electric cars and likened technologies. But is this latest fund another last minute try before the November election?

2012 Toyota Camry SE Sport Limited Edition

By Aaron Turpen G+ Aug 31 2012 - 1:40pm

Toyota Camry SE Sport Limited Edition coming to showrooms

The exclusive package will enter showrooms this weekend and be available only until November 12 in custom colors and premium packaging.

Another plug-in hybrid joins the fray, this time from Volvo

By Nicolas Zart Aug 31 2012 - 1:11pm

The Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid Cometh

Volvo is the latest to dash in the pool of plug-in hybrid, toping this week’s list long on new entrant into this market segment. But what does it have to offer others don’t?

By John Goreham G+ Aug 31 2012 - 12:58pm

GM Terrain's loaner to wildfire crews proves AWD is more than enough

Many brands build their marketing position on a tough off-road look and capabilities that are absolutely absurd. GM's Terrain recently got a workout in Colorado and it proves AWD is really all anyone needs.

By Anthony Faccenda Aug 31 2012 - 11:30am

Arnold Schwarzenegger buys massive $250k Mercedes Unimog

Described as the ultimate all-terrain vehicle, the Unimog has been designed to fight forest fires, perform rescue operations and perform military-related duties.

By Anthony Faccenda Aug 30 2012 - 10:03pm

Will.i.am. crashes $158,000 Cadillac CTS into parked car

The crash reportedly occurred while on-route to McDonalds.

Jennifer Rebecca and 2013 Ford Fusion Driver-Assist Technology

By Don Bain Aug 30 2012 - 9:57pm

The feminine intellect behind the 2013 Ford Fusion Driver-Assist Technology

Early orders for the all-new 2013 Ford Fusion show roughly one in six new buyers are opting for the Driver Assist Package, that incorporates the Blind Spot Information System with Ford’s Lane-Keeping System, auto high-beams and rain-sensing wipers. This week Torque News talked with two women behind the technology once found only in premium vehicles.

By David Herron G+ Aug 30 2012 - 9:42pm

Elon Musk says Tesla Motors may build electric supercar in a few years

In an interview, Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk talked about the Tesla Model S charging system, plans for future electric cars from Tesla Motors, and whether Tesla would ever fund an electric car racing team.

By Anthony Faccenda Aug 30 2012 - 8:08pm

Toyota announces the Toyota Racing Dream Build Challenge

Toyota has enlisted the talent of NASCAR stars like Kyle Busch and Clint Boyer to modify Toyota vehicles for the upcoming contest.

By Patrick Rall G+ Aug 30 2012 - 5:21pm

Chevy Volt on pace to set new monthly sales record in August 2012

While we likely not have the official August 2012 sales figures from around the American auto industry until early next week, a GM representative has stated that the Chevrolet Volt is on pace to sell over 2,500 units – marking the best ever sales month for the electric Chevy along with the best sales month for a single EV in the US.

By David Herron G+ Aug 30 2012 - 5:16pm

PlugShare names top 10 electric car ready cities, reaches 100,000 members

PlugShare, with over 100,000 members, has collected a lot of data about electric car usage patterns and recharging infrastructure penetration across the U.S.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Aug 30 2012 - 4:17pm

Kenworth offering 'glider' kits to make old trucks new again

Got a big rig that just can't make current emissions standards? Have an old truck languishing in the back lot and in need of an upgrade? KW is offering "glider kits" to allow new drive trains to be put into older rigs, bringing them up to standard and potentially saving truckers a lot of money in taxes and fees.

By Patrick Rall G+ Aug 30 2012 - 3:08pm

The McLaren 12C Spider makes its Motor City debut

While the new McLaren 12C Spider was busy making its big debut at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance during the Woodward Dream Cruise, today the folks from McLaren brought their incredible new drop-top supercar to the Vinsetta Garage on Woodward Ave – offering the Detroit media their first chance to check out the new convertible in a private setting.

A Mazda rotary engine plug-in hybrid due out next year

By Nicolas Zart Aug 30 2012 - 10:37am

Mazda Says Yes To Rotary Plug-in Hybrid For 2013

Another one to join the fray of hybrid and plug-in hybrids is Mazda. Although the company is not abandoning its rotary engine, it hopes to use it efficiently in a plug-in hybrid layout.

The new Ford Ranger. photo courtesy of Ford.

By Don Bain Aug 30 2012 - 12:43am

Ford adding 800 jobs in South Africa due to rapid Ranger sales

After investing R3.4 billion to upgrade the Silverton Assembly Plant and Struandale Engine Plant in Pretoria, South Africa, Ford is reaping rewards with rabid sales of Ranger pickups in Africa and Europe. Consequently they are adding a second shift employing 800 new workers in the African nation to keep up with demand.

By David Herron G+ Aug 29 2012 - 9:22pm

Tesla CEO Elon Musk predicting Tesla Motors profitability in 2013

Tesla Motors is continuing to rack up steep losses, so a prediction of profitability by next year may strike one as lunacy, until you look at the orders on hand and the projection of sales volume required to break even.

By Anthony Faccenda Aug 29 2012 - 7:03pm

Winston Churchill's Land Rover to be auctioned off

The historic Series 1 Land Rover was given to Churchill on his 80th birthday in 1954.

By John Goreham G+ Aug 29 2012 - 6:47pm

2013 Buick Regal offers new engine choices but is that enough

Consistent with the Buick tradition of offering forced induction engines, the 2013 has three new four cylinder engine choices for buyers looking at a Regal, but they seem pretty common these days.

By David Herron G+ Aug 29 2012 - 6:34pm

American tourist killed in Denmark by runaway electric vehicle

Pedestrians are routinely killed after being struck by vehicles big, small, noisy or quiet, with little in the way of news coverage, but does it becomes big news when a pedestrian gets killed by an electric vehicle?

By David Herron G+ Aug 29 2012 - 3:06pm

Energy saving features of the Toyota RAV4 EV improves total driving range

Toyota's new video about the 2012 Toyota RAV4 EV all electric SUV talks about the energy saving features built into the vehicle and the positive effect on total driving range.

The Chevrolet Camaro pace car in bright pink

By Patrick Rall G+ Aug 29 2012 - 1:48pm

Chevrolet supports breast cancer research with a pink Camaro SS Pace Car

This weekend as the NASCAR Sprint Cup and Nationwide Series arrive at Atlanta Motor Speedway they will be joined by a specially painted pink 2012 Chevrolet Camaro SS Coupe that will serve as the official pace car for Sunday’s Advocare 500 – lapping the field under caution while also donating money to the American Cancer Society.

By Patrick Rall G+ Aug 29 2012 - 1:05pm

Next generation Nissan GT-R planned for 2018 after a 2014 refresh

Lovers of high performance Japanese performance cars were distraught earlier this year when it was reported that the mighty Nissan GT-R supercar may not continue on past the current generation but a new report indicates that there will be a new version of the Nissan supercar coming in 2018 – after the current GT-R receives a refresh for 2014.

By John Goreham G+ Aug 29 2012 - 11:41am

Audi releases pictures of new 2013 R8 Spyder V10

Audi’s-all new convertible supercar is shown at the Interauto Car Show in Moscow

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