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 G+ Jul 15 2012 - 12:21am

The Pius DIY electric car kit gives the enjoyment of building an electric car

Building your own electric car and learning electric vehicle technology could become real easy next year when the Pius electric car kit goes on sale in Japan.

The 2012 BMW M5 from the Denver Auto Show. Photo © 2012 by Don Bain

By Don Bain Jul 14 2012 - 9:09pm

BMW introduces the onboard automotive stenographer within ConnectedDrive

BMW has long been a leader in automotive connectivity and now their updated navigation and telematics system can record short texts, emails and notes to self, behind the wheel safely via voice command.

By Anthony Faccenda Jul 14 2012 - 8:14pm

Ford recalling 2013 Escape SUVs for brake concerns

The recall affects over 8,000 models in the U.S. and more than 10,000 total in North America.

Toyota 2000GT SEV in the UK for Goodwood Festival of Speed

By David Herron G+ Jul 14 2012 - 5:27pm

Is Toyota developing an electric sports car to rival the Tesla Roadster?

An appearance of the Toyota 2000GT SEV at the Goodwood Festival of Speed has sparked rumors of Toyota "going after Tesla" with an electric sports car.

By Nicolas Zart Jul 14 2012 - 5:26pm

Mitsubishi Owners Day MOD 2012

Mitsubishi has forged a serious reputation over the years with its sports cars, coupe and sedans. MOD2012 was a reminder of the loyal following the company has.

By David Herron G+ Jul 13 2012 - 8:36pm

Fisker Automotive's expansion negates impending bankruptcy claims

For months some in the punditry have claimed Fisker's woes were about to doom the company, but continued expansion of the company's dealer network, sales of the Karma, and success at raising private investment capital, are signs not of a collapsing company, but a growing one.

By Anthony Faccenda Jul 13 2012 - 6:37pm

Rapper The Game buys leather-wrapped Ferrari

The rapper purchased the vehicle for $200,000 while in France.

Public charging is about to get ridiculously expensive

By Nicolas Zart Jul 13 2012 - 6:23pm

Charging By Amount Of Electricity Used Instead Of By The Hour

Public charging is about to take a simple business model and make it unaffordable for many with the consequence that it will deter electric car drivers from charging on the go.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jul 13 2012 - 6:15pm

2013 SRT Viper GTS-R makes its racing debut [Video]

The 2013 SRT GTS-R is set to return to competition at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course on Aug 4 in the American Le Mans Series.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jul 13 2012 - 3:38pm

Future Nissan sports car will have high-flying cockpit [Video]

A team of Nissan designers paid a visit to an unlikely place to get inspiration for a future sports car.

Continental's electric motor saves rare Earth metals

By Nicolas Zart Jul 13 2012 - 3:01pm

Continental Uses Performance Electric Motor Without Rare Earth Materials

Finding the careful balance between lowering pollution and making electric cars even more efficient is a tricky deal but companies, such as Continental find intelligent designs and systems that lower the burden on our planet Earth and still manage to raise performance.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jul 13 2012 - 10:51am

Second 2014 Mazda6 teaser video released

Mazda has released the second Mazda Mazda6 teaser video that shows even more of the all-new redesigned sedan.

By John Goreham G+ Jul 13 2012 - 9:42am

Would you pay $10 for a chance to win the best factory Mustang in history

One lucky winner will take home A 2013 Mustang Boss Laguna Seca for $10.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jul 13 2012 - 8:48am

Walking Dead Zombie Survival Machine unveiled at Comic-Con

Hyundai unveiled their Walking Dead Zombie Survival Machine last night at San Diego’s Comic-Con.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jul 13 2012 - 7:32am

First 2014 Mazda6 teaser video released

Mazda releases the first teaser video of the completely redesigned 2014 Mazda6

By Aaron Turpen G+ Jul 13 2012 - 2:48am

Mitsubishi celebrating its customers at MOD 2012 tomorrow

Saturday, July 14th is Mitsubishi Owners Day (MOD) with celebrations and events happening all day, free to the public. Several production and prototype vehicles will be on display. Awards to attendees will include a hi-def, big screen television, race driving school tickets, and much more.

By David Herron G+ Jul 12 2012 - 8:01pm

GE and PayPal building electric car charging station network

Ignoring the existing electric car charging payments processing network ChargePoint, GE makes an agreement with PayPal to provide payment processing for the company's WattStation electric car charging stations.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jul 12 2012 - 6:46pm

DeTomaso boss Rossignolo arrested in probe for $9.2 million in public funds

Just days after it was announced that the current incarnation of the DeTomaso brand had declared bankruptcy, reports have come out of Italy today that DeTomaso chairman Gian Mario Rossignolo and two other chief executives from DeTomaso have been arrested to determine whether the three misused $9.2 million dollars in public funding.

The 2013 SRT Viper in red with white stripes

By Patrick Rall G+ Jul 12 2012 - 6:12pm

The 2013 SRT Viper caught track testing - with video

Yesterday after, the DriveSRT Facebook page posted a picture of a 2013 SRT Viper sitting under a canopy at what looks to be a race track and today, thanks to a reader from Car and Driver – we have video footage of the new Viper GTS tearing around Gingerman Raceway in Michigan.

By David Herron G+ Jul 12 2012 - 5:28pm

China to build largest electric car and smart grid deployment ever in Hangzhou

China is aggressively developing clean energy technologies, electric vehicles, and the necessary supporting infrastructure, as demonstrated by a large electric car leasing and smart grid project in Hangzhou.

Electric and plugin hybrids apps you shouldn't live without

By Nicolas Zart Jul 12 2012 - 5:07pm

Electric Car Apps You Shouldn’t Live Without

When it comes to electric car apps that facilitate your trips and charging, a few stand out and have matured of the years. The problem is which one do you choose?

By Patrick Rall G+ Jul 12 2012 - 4:36pm

Next generation Lexus LS to debut on July 30th with 4 new models

Toyota Motor Co has announced that the next generation of their Lexus LS full sized luxury sedan will make its formal debut on July 30th at an invite-only event n San Francisco – introducing the new flagship with four trimlines including an F Sport package and a hybrid option.

The Chinese automobile market continues its growth

By Nicolas Zart Jul 12 2012 - 12:47pm

Electric Chinese Market Anticipation Keeps On Rising

It would be fair to say all eyes are on the Chinese’s exploding automobile market and the country’s aggressive outlook has been tweaked again in order to meet anticipated future demand.

By John Goreham G+ Jul 12 2012 - 12:42pm

Hyundai completes Course of The Force light saber relay

Hyundai participates in Star Wars themed charity event. No word on if Han shot first

By Anthony Faccenda Jul 12 2012 - 12:38pm

Win a custom Honda Civic Si and CBR250R motorcycle designed by Linkin Park

The contest is sponsored by the 2012 Honda Civic Tour, which features Linkin Park, Incubus and Mutemath.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jul 12 2012 - 12:32pm

A look at the next generation 2014 Chevrolet Silverado testing (video)

This morning, General Motors issued a brief statement proclaiming that their engineers are currently putting the next generation Chevrolet Silverado through the final testing processes at their company proving grounds in Yuma Arizona – including a short video of the new Chevy pickup all masked up, driving on the open road.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jul 12 2012 - 11:31am

Limited Edition Subaru WRX Club Spec 11 announced in Australia

Earlier this week, Subaru of Australia announced that they would once again be offering the limited edition WRX Club Sport package for Subbie performance junkies ‘down under’ – with production of this sharp-looking package being limited to just 300 units.

By John Goreham G+ Jul 12 2012 - 9:51am

2013 Ford Focus ST is a pocket rocket that's easy on the wallet - Updated

Ford claims best in class fuel economy with the 2013 Focus ST with 32 mpg highway

By Denis Flierl G+ Jul 12 2012 - 7:12am

Report: No Volvo car will be involved in collisions in the future

Volvo is developing several new safety systems they say will keep vehicle occupants from being killed or seriously hurt in a new Volvo car.

Lithium battery price should drop by 70% by 2025

By Nicolas Zart Jul 11 2012 - 8:06pm

Lithium Battery Cost Keeps On Coming Down

It’s a no rocket science that when new technologies become mainstream, their price come down. With this in mind, it’s no surprise to see yet again another study that shows the price of lithium battery dropping 70% by 2025.

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