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 G+ Apr 23 2012 - 9:00am

All-New 2013 Nissan Sentra coming later this year [Video]

Nissan announced today that an all-new 2013 Sentra Sedan will be coming to the North American market later this year.

By Keith Griffin G+ Apr 23 2012 - 7:37am

Most Luxurious Jaguar Ever Unveiled at Beijing Auto Show

The sneak peak that Jaguar gave over the weekend of its most luxurious model ever turns out to be the 2013 Jaguar XJ Ultimate.

By Keith Griffin G+ Apr 23 2012 - 7:13am

Bentley Announces Surprising Powertrain at Beijing Auto Show

Bentley is calling the EXP 9 F a potential third model-line but it all but confirmed its production with the news of three powertrains, including a surprising hybrid.

Conversion Karmann Ghia, Leafs, and a Tesla Roadster

By David Herron G+ Apr 22 2012 - 9:11pm

The frequently asked questions about electric cars heard at this weeks Earth Day fairs

The Earth Day fairs this week were popular places for electric car enthusiasts to gather and show their cars to others, these are the questions heard over three days of earth day activities this week.

By Denis Flierl G+ Apr 22 2012 - 8:40pm

Aston Martin Dragon 88 Limited Edition revealed before Beijing

Aston Martin will be officially unveiling its Dragon 88 Limited Edition package at the upcoming 2012 Beijing Auto Show.

By Keith Griffin G+ Apr 22 2012 - 8:03pm

Rand McNally Atlas Gets Up to Speed with New Features

Sure, something like 50 percent of all Americans have smartphones but that doesn't mean we have to give up our use of the Rand McNally thanks to new features.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Apr 22 2012 - 5:44pm

The hidden benefits of plug-in vehicle ownership

While studies have shown that on a dollar-for-dollar plane, plug-in vehicles do not always pan out, other hidden benefits continue to draw drivers to the power outlet as a fuel source.

By David Herron G+ Apr 22 2012 - 4:00pm

How to avoid a dead Nissan Leaf after taking a long trip

While you cannot "Brick" a Nissan Leaf, it can become dead if you're away for a couple weeks, fortunately it's easy to revivify a dead Leaf, and it's easy to avoid the problem in the first place.

By Don Bain Apr 22 2012 - 3:39pm

Ecodriving is the Earth Day answer to vehicle emissions, fuel consumption

The Mineta Transportation Institute has issued a report on ecodriving education which finds that although not everyone will modify their behavior after learning bout the difference their driving style can make, even small behavioral shifts due to cost-effective data dissemination could be the most effective way to reduce fuel consumption and emissions.

Coast to coast with a Ford Focus Electric

By Nicolas Zart Apr 22 2012 - 1:07pm

Ford Electric Focus And Men’s Health Tackle The Ultimate American Road Trip For Earth Day

This Earth Day is ideal for electric cars and Ford with two of its Focus Electric and Men’s Health Magazine are about to finish a nationwide road trip with a couple of top professional race car drivers.

By Denis Flierl G+ Apr 22 2012 - 7:32am

Toyota cars will sense drivers’ moods in the future

Toyota is working on technology that will be able to read drivers’ moods and adjust how the car reacts.

By Anthony Faccenda Apr 21 2012 - 5:03pm

Former NFL star Hines Ward selling 2009 Aston Martin and 2010 Mercedes-Benz on Ebay

Ward's Aston Martin and Mercedes-Benz are up to $152,500 and $72,875 respectively.

The 2012 Tesla Model S has few knobs and buttons. Photo courtesy of Tesla

By Don Bain Apr 21 2012 - 3:54pm

If it has knobs or buttons, your car may be trapped in the past

The technology in cars is advancing so rapidly the old knobs and buttons on the dash and console are going the way of the Dodo bird – anyone who hasn’t bought a new car in a decade may actually need to read the manual just to get around the block.

By Adam Yamada-Hanff Apr 21 2012 - 3:20pm

Get the F1 Wheel Aryton Senna drove in his debut F1 season

Aryton Senna is a name that lives on in many Formula 1 fans, drivers, managers, and teams minds all over the world. Now you can own a piece of Senna history as the Silverstone Auctions’ Spring Sale will have the first ever steering wheel Senna drove in his debut Formula 1 season up for sale.

More choice than ever with charging stations

By Nicolas Zart Apr 21 2012 - 3:12pm

Electric Car Drivers to Get More Choices for Charging Their Batteries

In the typical chicken or the egg philosophical conundrum, electric cars (EVs) and their equally important charging infrastructure have struck a balance judging by the ever growing choice of charging stations hitting the market.

By Anthony Faccenda Apr 21 2012 - 3:07pm

Scion axes xB and xD models

Scion is discontinuing its xB and xD vehicles in favor of multiple all-new, yet unspecified models.

Opel Insignias special police editions for Hessen Police

By Aaron Turpen G+ Apr 21 2012 - 2:38pm

German police can't fit into their new squad cars

The German Polizei are learning the hard way that modern auto design is cramped and uncomfortable as new squad cars being delivered from Opel are too small for the men and their equipment.

By Denis Flierl G+ Apr 21 2012 - 1:44pm

Brilliant marketing by Ford turns parking into life-size pinball game

Ford uses humor and a great marketing ad to bring attention to the new Ford Focus Active Park Assist feature.

By Adam Yamada-Hanff Apr 21 2012 - 1:43pm

Edelbrock Performance Academy offers high performance engine & component training [Video]

Ohio Technical College and Edelbrock have just opened the doors to The Edelbrock Performance Academy, which is a program designed to teach students about building and tuning high-performance engines and components.

By Keith Griffin G+ Apr 21 2012 - 11:56am

Most Luxurious Jaguar Ever Coming in Two Days

Maybe it's the new Indian ownership but Jaguar is on a roll with the announcement of the must luxurious Jaguar ever.

By Keith Griffin G+ Apr 21 2012 - 10:51am

Expect Crowded Showrooms and Higher Car Prices

CNW Research, a leading automotive analysis firm, is predicting April auto sales will hit 1.25 million units, up 7.8 percent vs. year ago and putting the annual rate at 14.68 million units.

By Denis Flierl G+ Apr 21 2012 - 10:20am

E-Bugster Cabriolet makes Asian premiere: an electrified Beetle

The electric Volkswagen E-Bugster Cabriolet will make its Asian debut at the Beijing Auto Show.

Bentley Mulsanne Jubilee honors Queen Elizabeth

By Keith Griffin G+ Apr 21 2012 - 10:04am

Bentley Offers Special Way To Honor Queen's Jubilee

Bentley has decided to honor Queen Elizabeth's 60th anniversary on the throne with 60 special diamond jubilee Mulsannes.

DNC Powered by the American People NASCAR

By Aaron Turpen G+ Apr 21 2012 - 12:09am

How to get your name on a NASCAR for only $5

All you have to do is become a Democrat and eat tofu to make up for the carbon emissions of the "Powered by the American People" petroleum-fueled stock car being sponsored by donations of as little as $5.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Apr 20 2012 - 10:09pm

2013 Acura ILX gets pricing details

Price points for the entry-level luxury sedan were announced today for this new model, which will come to showrooms later this year.

A big pickup at the gas pump. Photo by Don Bain

By Don Bain Apr 20 2012 - 6:27pm

Cowboys and Southerners have the least green cities of all

A study by Cars.com of consumer auto buying habits reveals the least green streak in cities among the Cowboy states of Texas, Wyoming and Montana, as well as the Southern states of Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Virginia and West Virginia.

By Denis Flierl G+ Apr 20 2012 - 3:43pm

Alfa Romeo trademarks 4C name setting 2013 return to U.S.

According to a report posted on the U.S. Federal News Service, Fiat’s Alfa Romeo division registered the brand of its 4C sports car.

By Adam Yamada-Hanff Apr 20 2012 - 1:57pm

Ford investing $760 million for new plant in China

Ford is expanding it's operations in China with a large investment of $760 million into a new plant in Hangzhou.

By Nicolas Zart Apr 20 2012 - 12:55pm

What 500 Miles In An Electric Car Means For You And Me

Today’s announced by IBM that their Battery 500 Project team is achieving 500 miles in labs is a quantum leap. What does it mean for you and me?

IBM Battery500 lithium-air battery innards

By David Herron G+ Apr 20 2012 - 12:29pm

Lithium-air electric car batteries could be closer with new IBM Battery500 collaborators

IBM's Battery500 research project developing lithium-air battery technology for an envisioned 500 mile range electric car accelerates due to a new research collaboration with Asahi Kasei and Central Glass on improved membranes and electrolytes.

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