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 Adam Yamada-Hanff Apr 10 2012 - 10:15pm

Ferrari celebrates 20 years in China with exhibition & special edition 458 Italia's

2012 marks the 20th anniversary for Ferrari being in China. To celebrate this important milestone, Ferrari will inaugurate its first ever permanent brand exhibition outside of Maranello (Ferrari HQ) at the Italia Center of Shanghai World Expo Park.

By Denis Flierl Apr 10 2012 - 8:49pm

Justin Bieber tricks out his new Fisker Karma in chrome [Video]

Justin Bieber received a 2012 Fisker Karma for his 18th birthday and within a month did what any red-blooded American kid would do. He wrapped the car in chrome.

By John Goreham Apr 10 2012 - 4:34pm

Hyundai and Kia excite buyers with racing success

Hyundai and Kia use the old "win on Sunday, sell on Monday" plan to rev up sales by highlighting the sporty nature of their cars

By Aaron Turpen Apr 10 2012 - 4:07pm

Aston Martin releases Vantage lineup information for the Americas

When it comes to exclusive sports cars, no name is more well-loved than Aston Martin. A new lineup of Vantage models is headed for American shores for 2012 and we've got a sneak peek for you!

By Patrick Rall Apr 10 2012 - 1:45pm

Introducing the new 2013 Porsche Cayenne GTS

Porsche AG announced today that when the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition (aka Auto China) opens later this month, they will unveil their newest high performance SUV in the form of the 2013 Porsche Cayenne GTS.

DOE pushing wireless charging technology

By Nicolas Zart Apr 10 2012 - 1:33pm

Unshackle The Cord To Install A Charging Network For Electric Cars

The answer to the chicken or the egg dilemma when it comes to what should happen first, building electric cars or setting up the recharging electric infrastructure is obviously to have both at the same time.

By David Herron Apr 10 2012 - 11:04am

The popular Toyota Prius C available for car rental in Los Angeles through MPG Rental

Venice based MPG Rental has offered hybrid car rentals for years, and has just added the ultra-popular Toyota Prius C to the company's fleet of hybrid and fuel efficient rental cars.

By Patrick Rall Apr 10 2012 - 11:02am

NHTSA ends Ford E Series HVAC investigation, no recall ordered

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced yesterday that they were ending a 27 month investigation into the Ford E Series full size vans over a concern that the HVAC switches were overheating and, in some cases catching fire but after more than two years of work – the feds have those this investigation without requiring a recall on those affected vehicles.

By John Goreham Apr 10 2012 - 8:46am

2013 Chevy Malibu Eco (don't call it a hybrid) saves customers big money on fuel

With multiple fuel saving technologies the new Chevy Malibu Eco has outstanding fuel economy which translates to real world money savings for its owners, but it is not called a hybrid by GM

By Denis Flierl Apr 10 2012 - 7:39am

Shelby GT500 is staying in the next generation Mustang lineup coming in 2014

Muscle car fans can rejoice, the Shelby GT500 will continue to be produced into the next generation Mustang coming in 2014.

By Patrick Rall Apr 10 2012 - 12:18am

Las Vegas bus service can fix your hangover in 45 minutes

The last thing that most drinkers can imagine will fix their hangover the morning after a great night out in Las Vegas is a 45 minute ride on a tour bus but thanks to the new service Hangover Heaven – even the most head-pounding, vomit inducing hangovers are just 45 minutes away from being nothing but a foul tasting memory.

Audi e-Tron interacting with Pedestrians

By David Herron Apr 9 2012 - 9:56pm

Audi designing the "e-tron sound" for upcoming electric supercar

Audi's upcoming electric supercar, the Audi R8 e-tron, promises to not only be an exciting electric car, it will have a unique sound thanks to an engineering effort to craft an artificial sound signature that supposedly says "Audi".

By Patrick Rall Apr 9 2012 - 9:38pm

The first 2013 SRT Viper to be auctioned for pediatric cancer

Over the past week the Chrysler Group has bombarded the world with news on their latest chapter of supercar awesomeness in the form of the 2013 SRT Viper and when the very first production Viper rolls off of the assembly line – it will head off to the auction block of Barrett Jackson in Orange Country California with the proceeds going to support pediatric cancer patients.

The 2013 Dodge Dart interior with the new charging pad.

By Denis Flierl Apr 9 2012 - 9:18pm

2013 Dodge Dart gets industry first in-car wireless charging pad [Video]

Chrysler is bringing an industry first wireless charging technology to their cars and it will make its debut in the all-new 2013 Dodge Dart.

By Patrick Rall Apr 9 2012 - 7:38pm

Introducing the 2013 Roush Mustangs, the most powerful lineup ever

The folks at Roush have been turning out high performance Ford Mustangs since the mid 1990s and after introducing the new Roush lineup based on the 2013 Ford Mustang GT – Jack Roush’s road-going performance division has unleashed their most powerful lineup ever.

By Patrick Rall Apr 9 2012 - 6:48pm

Both Ford brands show growth in March 2012

March 2012 wasn’t a great month for the Ford Motor Company but with positive – albeit small – sales growths by both the Ford and Lincoln brands when compared to March 2011, Ford was able to pull within roughly 7,600 units of becoming the top selling automaker in the US market.

By Nicolas Zart Apr 9 2012 - 6:26pm

EV Week Is Here

The official electric car, EV Week has started. See what companies are working on globally and what the future has in store for you.

By Patrick Rall Apr 9 2012 - 6:24pm

GM grows in March 2012 sales but Cadillac, Buick struggle

For the folks at General Motors, sales were pretty strong in March 2012 with an increase of 11.8% but with Cadillac and Buick both showing significant year over year declines in growth – things aren’t going as smoothly as CEO Dan Akerson would prefer as the first quarter of 2012 comes to an end.

By Anthony Faccenda Apr 9 2012 - 5:28pm

2012 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles recalled for wheel separation

Faulty wheel assembly may cause wheel separation in certain Chrysler and Dodge minivans, increasing the risk of a crash.

By Patrick Rall Apr 9 2012 - 5:12pm

Chrysler leads everyone in March 2012 sales growth

The dust has cleared from the first weekend of the 2012 New York Auto Show and now that we have had a chance to sit down and study March 2012 sales – the Chrysler Group is once again the top dog in terms of year over year growth with a company improvement of 34%.

The 2013 Ford Racing Mustang GT project car

By Patrick Rall Apr 9 2012 - 12:46pm

Ford Racing beefs up the 2013 Ford Mustang GT

When the Gotta Have It Green paint option for the 2013 Ford Mustang GT debuted in public at the 2011 PRI Show in Orlando, that vehicle was actually Ford’s Racing’s new project car (an unknown fact at that time) but thanks to the folks at Mustangs Daily – we now have the full details on this new high performance Mustang built strictly with parts from the Ford Racing catalog.

IBM is partnering with various carmakers for EVs

By Nicolas Zart Apr 9 2012 - 12:27pm

Top 10 Things You Might Not Know about Electric Vehicles

I met with Kal Gyimesi, Automotive Leader at IBM's Institute for Business Value, Automotive Leader at IBM's Institute for Business Value to better understand how IBM is using its resource for the automotive industry as it makes its way forward, especially when it comes to the electric drive.

By John Goreham Apr 9 2012 - 12:11pm

Mercedes-Benz Becker JetVan emerges as Maybach replacement VIP luxury limo

As the Maybach rides off into the sunset, a company from Ventura California fills the need for those who want the ultimate in luxury ground transportation.

By Patrick Rall Apr 9 2012 - 11:05am

Chrysler issues 28 minutes of new 2013 SRT Viper videos

When the 2013 SRT Viper debuted last Wednesday, SRT CEO/President Ralph Gilles discussed the basic specifications of the new American supercar but to get into the real nitty-gritty of the new Viper, the Chrysler Group has put together a series of short videos walking us through pretty much every aspect of the 2013 Viper.

By Denis Flierl Apr 9 2012 - 7:52am

Is a new smaller 370Z in the works at Nissan?

In an interview with Nissan design chief Shiro Nakamura, he reveals the brand is looking to downsize its current sports models. Could a smaller Nissan 200Z be in the companies plans?

By Denis Flierl Apr 8 2012 - 9:36pm

Evoque Convertible rolls into New York, will it ever see the light of production?

Land Rover celebrates 25 years in North America, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with a fun little convertible concept at the New York Auto Show. But will it ever be mass-produced?

By Keith Griffin Apr 8 2012 - 9:31pm

Jaguar Announces All-New Sports Car: The Jaguar F-Type

This time next year there should be a new cat prowling the world's highways: a Jaguar F-Type, a two-seat sports car that borrow heavily from the Jaguar legacy of great sports cars. Its upcoming production was announced at the New York Auto Show.

By Adam Yamada-Hanff Apr 8 2012 - 9:25pm

Citroen DS5 commercial combines Arsenal soccer and English ballet

Four members of Arsenal, the world famous English soccer team, are taking part in an interesting TV commercial for the new and stylish Citroen DS5. Instead of Citroen showing the players battling it out for victory on the field, they are showing their dancing skills with ballerinas!

By Keith Griffin Apr 8 2012 - 6:30pm

Honda Crosstour a Concept in Name Only

At the New York Auto Show media days, Honda introduced the Honda Crosstour Concept, which is really what the next generation of the Honda Crosstour is going to look like company officials readily admit.

By David Herron Apr 8 2012 - 5:54pm

Electric car advocacy with Nissan LEAF's dressed in bunny ears, in an Easter parade

April is a prime month for electric car owners to show off their cars at Earth Day events, but an Easter parade in Campbell CA afforded the SF Bay BayLeaf's group to show 12 Nissan Leaf's, dress their cars as giant bunny rabbits, and do a bit of fun electric car advocacy.

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