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 Denis Flierl Oct 25 2012 - 9:55am

Ford SVT Raptor program will assault your senses [Video]

Ford is offering a must-experience Raptor Assault Program that allows drivers a dream opportunity to drive the 2013 F-150 SVT Raptor on a high-performance off-road course.

By Denis Flierl Oct 25 2012 - 7:58am

Chevrolet adds sophisticated Sonic Dusk to lineup

Chevrolet has announced production of the new refined Sonic Dusk sedan that will make its debut at the 2012 SEMA Show.

By Aaron Turpen Oct 25 2012 - 6:53am

Scared of a Mayan Apocalypse? Fear not, Toyo is giving away free tires

Toyo Tires is giving away a free set of tires to everyone in the world if the December 21 Mayan Apocalypse happens. Otherwise, they'll just give away ten really cool prizes to some lucky people and call it good.

By David Herron Oct 24 2012 - 6:03pm

ABB's Terra SC Duo harmonizes AC and DC electric car fast charging standards

ABB's new electric car fast charging station, the Terra Smart Connect Duo, supports both AC and DC fast charging protocols for 30-120 minute electric car recharge times.

By Anthony Faccenda Oct 24 2012 - 5:10pm

Volkswagen eyes new affordable midsize SUV for US market

Volkswagen looks to increase its share of the U.S. sport utility vehicle market by adding a third SUV to its lineup.

By John Goreham Oct 24 2012 - 3:09pm

Nissan's autonomous steering aims for zero accidents

Nissan has unveiled a system that takes the wheel when all else, even autonomous braking, has failed

A preview of the Ford Mustangs coming to SEMA

By Patrick Rall Oct 24 2012 - 3:02pm

Ford teases the mighty Mustangs of SEMA 2012

While we have already seen one tightly cropped shot of a Ford Mustang headed to the 2012 SEMA Show, today Ford Motor Company offered up artwork teasing four modified Mustangs that will debut in the flesh next week in Vegas – although none of these appear to be our “mystery Mustang” that we discussed on Monday.

Exagon's Furtive eGT packs impressive numbers and smart features

By Nicolas Zart Oct 24 2012 - 2:14pm

Exagon Furtive eGT Shows Incredible Electric Supercar

Exagon has a potentially disruptive electric car that should satisfy a wide range of electric drivers. Find out the incredible potential this EV has to offer.

Carbon Revolution - World's First "One-Piece" Carbon Fiber Wheel - carbonrev.com

By Don Bain Oct 24 2012 - 2:03pm

Carbon Revelution to debut world's first Carbon Fiber wheel at SEMA

Australian-based Carbon Revolution will debut the world’s first Carbon Fiber tire at SEMA next week, following 10 years of research and development to perfect the technology.

The Ford F Series trucks headed to SEMA 2012

By Patrick Rall Oct 24 2012 - 12:01pm

Ford teases the F Series pickups coming to SEMA 2012

The Ford F Series is always among the most popular vehicles at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas and 2012 should be no different with today bringing us our first look at a trio of the pickups that will be in the massive Ford Motor Company display.

By Anthony Faccenda Oct 24 2012 - 11:37am

All-new 2014 Chevy Corvette gets redesigned 6.2-liter V8 engine

The entirely revamped engine of the 2014 Chevy Corvette touts an innovative deactivation technology, which aims to increase fuel economy.

By Denis Flierl Oct 24 2012 - 7:50am

Subaru BRZ turbo likely coming as 2014 model

Subaru has developed a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine for the Japanese market Legacy that will likely be put in the 2014 BRZ.

By Aaron Turpen Oct 24 2012 - 2:35am

Nissan begins eMotor testing in Tennessee

The company has promised to build the all-electric Leaf in the USA starting next year. To make that happen, they've begun testing motor building for the car at their Decherd, Tennessee facility.

By Aaron Turpen Oct 24 2012 - 2:23am

Ram, Jeep win top awards as Chrysler sweeps the Texas Truck Rodeo

The 20th Annual Texas Truck Rodeo saw Chrysler Group vehicles taking top honors (again) as the Texas Auto Writers Association voted both Ram and Jeep products awards.

National Safety Council recognizes the Honorable Elizabeth Dole with Flame of Li

By Don Bain Oct 23 2012 - 9:23pm

Former Transportation Secretary Elizabeth Dole honored by NSC

The National Safety Council has awarded the Honorable Elizabeth Cole, former Secretary of Transportation during the Reagan Administration, for her lifesaving contributions to automotive and national safety.

By John Goreham Oct 23 2012 - 6:29pm

GM's new sheet metal will save weight and fuel

GM has found a way to use magnesium sheets formed into parts for production cars to save weight.

By Don Bain Oct 23 2012 - 5:03pm

Ford Focus prepped for British Police Patrol demonstrated in England

A one-off demonstrator Ford Focus official police patrol vehicle has been developed and engineered at Ford Special Vehicle Preparations (SVP) in Earls Colne, Essex, pursuant to the unmarked vehicle’s debut in the UK crime thriller The Sweeney.

By Patrick Rall Oct 23 2012 - 4:27pm

GM issues service bulletin for 2013 Chevy Volt electric stalling issues

General Motors has announced that they will reprogram the engine control software on the 2013 Chevrolet Volt over a concern that the delayed charging feature could cause the electric drive engine to “stall” while being driven – although it should be pointed out that this is not a recall of the electric Chevy.

Sir Paul McCartney’s 1960 DB4 art RM Oct. 31st

By Nicolas Zart Oct 23 2012 - 4:24pm

Sir Paul McCartney 1964 Aston Martin DB4 Auctioned

Sir Paul McCartney’s 1964 Aston Martin DB4 will be up for grab at the RM Auctions’ annual London sale on the 31s of this month. Can you guess the estimate?

By John Goreham Oct 23 2012 - 8:19am

GM's best-selling vehicle, the 2013 Silverado all new in December

The top selling vehicle at GM since the dawn of time will be completely new in December. Here is what fans can expect and why it matters.

By Denis Flierl Oct 23 2012 - 8:04am

Audi rolls out new range-topping R8 V10 plus Coupe

Audi has announced a new plus Coupe addition to the 2013 R8 V10 range with more performance and new transmission and features to the whole R8 range.

By Denis Flierl Oct 22 2012 - 9:03pm

Outrageous Hyundai Elantra GT concept gets 600 hp

Hyundai has teamed up with Bisimoto Engineering to produce a totally outrageous Elantra GT with 600 horsepower for the 2012 SEMA Show.

By Don Bain Oct 22 2012 - 9:01pm

2013 Dodge Dart gains 5-Star Safety rating from NHTSA

The 2013 Dodge Dart can now add the NHTSA’s 5-Star Safety Rating to its many accolades from sources ranging from Kelley Blue Book, Autoweek, AutoTrader.com and the Washington Post to the Texas Auto Writers Assn.

By Patrick Rall Oct 22 2012 - 7:19pm

The first official look at the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette C7 with video, pictures

Last week, General Motors announced that the 7th generation of the fabled Chevrolet Corvette will arrive on January 13th, 2013 as a 2014 model year vehicle along with giving everyone a first look at the slightly redesigned crossed flags logo that will adorn the nose of the new American sports car and today – we have our first look at the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette via an official company video.

By Patrick Rall Oct 22 2012 - 6:19pm

Ford teases mystery Mustang and "big news" ahead of 2012 SEMA Show

Ford Motor Company released the ultra close up image shown on the right earlier today, proclaiming that they had “big news” at the 2012 SEMA Show and asking fans of their Facebook page to guess what this news might be in relation to what is very likely the hood of some special Ford Mustang.

By Don Bain Oct 22 2012 - 4:59pm

New site allows tire shopping online plus local installation

Auto owners in the Midwest and Eastern states can now replace tire shopping by running around and haggling for a good deal with an online visit that allows next day installation at a trusted local tire shop.

By Patrick Rall Oct 22 2012 - 4:01pm

Fisker teases a pair of Karma sedans coming to SEMA

Fisker Automotive has announced that when the 2012 SEMA Show opens next Tuesday at the Las Vegas Convention Center, there will be at least two customized copies of their incredible Karma Ever electric sedan in attendance.

By John Goreham Oct 22 2012 - 3:11pm

Classic car lovers can win cash by voting for their favorite road and secret hot-spots

American Detours is a web-series that allows readers to choose the destination for epic road trips. Vote now for your chance to win $100.00.

By Nicolas Zart Oct 22 2012 - 2:30pm

Craig Bramscher Shares His Electric Motorcycle Brammo Success

I had an interesting chat with Craig Bramscher, CEO of Brammo in order to understand how far the company has come, the current race results and what the future holds in store for the electric motorcycle maker.

The future of Formula E by Drayson Racing Technologies

By Nicolas Zart Oct 22 2012 - 2:21pm

Drayson Racing Technologies Challenges Future Formula E Design

Drayson Racing Technologies is launching a unique competition with the Royal College of Art’s prestigious Vehicle Design program in London. What will the design a concept for the Drayson Racing Formula E electric racing series look like?

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