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 Frank Sherosky Feb 18 2012 - 10:25pm

Cadillac named most-desired auto brand in America by men

Cadillac is the most-desired automotive brand in the United States by men, according to results of a market research test by a company that studies emotional connections.

By Don Bain Feb 18 2012 - 6:28pm

Teen fatalities rise as accident rates fall

More teenagers are dying in fewer accidents according to a study released by the Governors Highway Safety Association last week, possibly due to the smaller, quicker cars young drivers are likely to operate.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Feb 18 2012 - 5:35pm

Lumma Design reveals the new CLR 600 GT to debut at the Geneva Motor Show

The car, based on the 2012 BMW 650i Cabriolet, is designated the CLR 600 GT F12 and includes some impressive bling from the famous German tuner.

Ferrari GTOs are still top dog in the collector market

By Nicolas Zart Feb 18 2012 - 3:04pm

Unique Ferrari GTO Breaks Sales Record In The UK

Ferrari GTOs are rare, unique, historically significant and have continuously gone up in value where the last one sold broke the UK record at an ever increasing price.

Kia cee'd will debut at 2012 Geneva Motor Show

By Keith Griffin G+ Feb 18 2012 - 12:50pm

Kia Will Debut Second Generation cee’d at Geneva Motor Show

The Kia cee’d, which has enjoyed success around the world but has not been branded for the North American market, will make its second generation debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show with strong influences from the Kia Forte that was introduced this past fall in the U.S.

By Anthony Faccenda Feb 18 2012 - 11:30am

Hyundai, Kia sued in patent battle over alleged hybrid technology theft

Hyundai and Kia are being sued by Paice LLC, who claims that the automakers violated patent laws by using the company's 1994 patent for hybrid technology. Paice was famously involved in an eight-year long battle with Toyota from 2002-2008 over the same allegations.

By Adam Yamada-Hanff Feb 18 2012 - 11:06am

Lexus, Toyota, and Scion top JD Power & Associates 2012 Reliability Study

Toyota, Lexus, and Scion have all come out on top of JD Power and Associates 2012 Vehicle Reliability Study.

By Keith Griffin G+ Feb 18 2012 - 11:00am

Astonishing Truck Drivers In Contest to win North America Highway Hero Award

Where would the automotive industry and practically every other industry in the United States be without truck drivers? Well, there are some people who owe their lives to these astonishing truck drivers who have been named finalists for Goodyear’s 29th North America Highway Hero Award.

My Other Car Drives Itself Google bumper sticker

By Aaron Turpen G+ Feb 18 2012 - 3:45am

Nevada approves self-driving cars, let the future commence in red plates

The State of Nevada's Department of Motor Vehicles and its Legislative Commission have approved regulations that allow self-driving vehicles to operate on the state's roadways, making it the first state to gamble on this future technology.

The Jaguar C-X16 made its Asian debut at The New Delhi Auto Expo 2012 In January

By Don Bain Feb 17 2012 - 11:12pm

Jaguar Land Rover brings C-X16 concept plus 2012 lineup to Toronto

As the Canadian International Auto Show opened today in Toronto, Jaguar Land Rover Canada presented the Jaguar C-X16 to our parliamentary neighbors, along with a somewhat refreshed line of offerings from the fabled manufacturer.

By Anthony Faccenda Feb 17 2012 - 7:43pm

Ford tells Toyota: 'Our hybrids are better than yours'

Despite Toyota's dominance in the hybrid market, Ford believes that their new line of hybrid vehicles are superior in both fuel economy and quality.

By Don Bain Feb 17 2012 - 5:44pm

WBENC honors Ford as a top corporation working with women-owned businesses

The Women's Business Enterprise Council has named Ford as one of America's top corporations thanks to its work with women-owned suppliers, a significant accomplishment as they are the first automaker to earn the award.

By Anthony Faccenda Feb 17 2012 - 5:18pm

TrueCar.com proclaims Hyundai as top manufacturer and car brand in January 2012

Catapulted by record-breaking sales, Hyundai's unbelievable January earned the automaker an A+ rating from TrueCar.com.

By Patrick Rall G+ Feb 17 2012 - 3:24pm

The new Hyundai Veloster Turbo price starting $21,500

When the 2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo hits the streets later this summer, reports indicate that the high performance 4-door hatchback could carry a starting price of just $21,500 before (destination fees), making it one of the more affordable hot hatches available in the US market.

Shelina Moreda riding for CRP racing in the 2011 TTXGP/ e-Power at Laguna Seca

By David Herron G+ Feb 17 2012 - 3:23pm

Which is faster, gasoline or electric, and electric race action around the world

The StuntBusters on SPEED TV attempt to answer the question whether electric or gas powered vehicles are faster, and there are dozens of teams around the world doing the same thing in electric racing events on real tracks, under real race conditions.

By Patrick Rall G+ Feb 17 2012 - 2:32pm

Global investment group buys almost 6% of GM

General Motors announced earlier this week that one of the world’s largest investment firms, Capital Research Global Investors, has purchased a substantial amount of GM stock that amounts to nearly 6% of the company’s overall outstanding shares.

Ford rewards creativity at the workspace

By Nicolas Zart Feb 17 2012 - 1:44pm

Ford re-Kindles Innovation By Rewarding Engineer Creativity

There is no denying Ford is the rising star in the North American and global auto industry and by placing engineer’s creativity center place, they infuse dynamism in a changing automotive landscape.

President Obama's 2009 Cadillac limousine.

By Keith Griffin G+ Feb 17 2012 - 1:37pm

Top 10 Tales of Cadillac and the Commander in Chief

Just in time for the Presidents’ Day Holiday Weekend, Cadillac has released its Top 10 Tales of Cadillac and the presidents they have ferried safely in their commander-in-chief travels.

By Patrick Rall G+ Feb 17 2012 - 12:59pm

The 2012 Fisker Karma review - the ultimate electric luxury sedan

Since I first laid eyes on the Fisker Karma at the 2008 Detroit Auto Show, I have been enamored with the high performance electric luxury sedan with extended range capabilities and earlier this week, I was among the first journalists to drive the production ready Fisker Karma on US soil – a drive that met every expectation that I have had for the sleek new sedan over the past 4 years.

By Adam Yamada-Hanff Feb 17 2012 - 12:51pm

McLaren celebrates North American arrival of McLaren MP4-12C with video

McLaren is celebrating the arrival of the new McLaren MP4-12C in North America with a new Youtube video.

By Patrick Rall G+ Feb 17 2012 - 11:18am

SI Swimsuit issue features sexy 2013 Ford Mustang GT ad

While the folks at Lexus have had a heavy dose of advertising around the new 2012 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, Ford Motor Company made their mark in a very sexy way with a full page advertisement featuring the new 2013 Mustang GT shown on the right.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Feb 17 2012 - 5:20am

Commercial Vehicle shift to natural gas spurring a mini-boom

While everyone seems focused on electrification through batteries and hybrids, commercial vehicles are moving instead to natural gas, a proven and cheaper green fuel.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Feb 17 2012 - 3:43am

3 Winners of DOE America's Next Top Energy Innovator announced

Winners of the first ever U.S. DOE America's Next Top Energy Innovator challenge include a hydrogen-assisted lean-burn engine design, graphene for lithium-air and lithium-sulfur batteries, and a new titanium powdering process. Each will be featured at the upcoming ARPA-E Energy Innovation Summit.

By Anthony Faccenda Feb 16 2012 - 11:05pm

Chrysler turns down $3.5 billion DOE loan, cites heavy restrictions

Chrysler has officially withdrawn their bid for a $3.5 billion Department of Energy loan designed to help automakers revamp facilities for fuel-efficient vehicles.

CYPW Website has gallery of applications

By Frank Sherosky Feb 16 2012 - 6:11pm

Cyclone Power Technologies to assume prime contractor position with TACOM

Cyclone Power Technologies Inc. (OTCQB: CYPW), developer of the all-fuel, clean-tech Cyclone Engine, announced today that it has closed the acquisition of Advent Power Systems, a prime contractor with U.S. Army / Tank Command (TACOM).

By David Herron G+ Feb 16 2012 - 6:11pm

PolyPlus named Edison Awards finalist on lithium batteries for 500+ mile electric cars

The PolyPlus technology enables lithium-metal-air or lithium-metal-water based batteries with a game-changing jump in energy density over todays lithium-ion batteries, and could bring us to the nirvana of 500 mile range electric cars.

By Anthony Faccenda Feb 16 2012 - 5:39pm

Tesla and Daimler to partner on Mercedes-Benz all-electric vehicle

Less than a week after announcing their upcoming Model X crossover SUV, Tesla Motors is set to collaborate with Daimler on an all-electric Mercedes-Benz vehicle.

By Keith Griffin G+ Feb 16 2012 - 4:10pm

Government Sets Surprising Regulations for 'Less Distracting' Technology

The U.S. Department of Transportation has announced proposed guidelines that plant some of the blame on distracted driving on manufacturers for installing technology that is too distracting.

By Adam Yamada-Hanff Feb 16 2012 - 3:47pm

Largest BMW showroom in the world opens in Abu Dhabi

BMW has just opened the world's largest showroom for BMW Groups brands BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce in Abu Dhabi.

By Anthony Faccenda Feb 16 2012 - 2:43pm

New study shows Toyota's popularity is immune to recalls

Academic study shows that consumer opinion in Toyota has not wained, despite massive 2009-2010 recall.

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