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 Anthony Faccenda Feb 29 2012 - 1:14pm

President Obama says he'll buy a Chevy Volt after his presidency ends

Will President Obama's promise help the fledgling Volt brand?

By Patrick Rall Feb 29 2012 - 11:58am

Introducing the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta: the fastest Ferrari ever

We have previously seen the vehicle that many believed would be called the Ferrari F620 GT but today, when the vehicle billed as the fastest Ferrari ever – we have learned that the newest Prancing Horse is actually named the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta.

By Aaron Turpen Feb 29 2012 - 11:08am

Are education level, income related to buying Chevy Volt?

The two top-selling dealerships for the Chevrolet Volt are both in the Washington, D.C. metro area. One dealership went on record to say what their market's affluence and education level have to do with Volt sales.

By Anthony Faccenda Feb 28 2012 - 8:59pm

Online petition asks Mazda to remove Lorax ad campaign due to its 'crass commercialization'

Mazda's seemingly harmless partnership with Universal's 'The Lorax' has resulted in an online petition calling on the automaker to remove all ads from TV, print, radio and online.

By Adam Yamada-Hanff Feb 28 2012 - 8:49pm

New Volvo V40 will be revealed at Geneva Motor Show

Volvo will reveal the all new Volvo V40 at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show.

By Nicolas Zart Feb 28 2012 - 8:25pm

ELVIIS Was Spotted Near Electric Cars In Sweden

Yes, you read it right, and no there is no typo, ELVIIS is alive and well working on electric cars in Sweden.

By David Herron Feb 28 2012 - 5:21pm

Toyota confirms the Prius Plug-in qualifies for California rebate program

As the Toyota Prius Plug-in makes its way towards dealer show-rooms, Toyota announces that, in California, the Prius Plug-in will qualify for an additional rebate under the CVRP program, and additionally qualifies for the same green HOV access sticker that the Chevy Volt will get.

By Nicolas Zart Feb 28 2012 - 4:48pm

BMW Pumps The Electric i3 And PHEV i8 Excitement

The groundbreaking BMW i3 and i8 are exciting, break the mold from the company’s traditional designs and are finally headed for production.

By Steve Odland Feb 28 2012 - 4:09pm

A Saab Story?

Saab Automobile, the venerable brand from Sweden, entered bankruptcy last December. The trustees of the company have been seeking bids from international and Swedish investors looking to rescue and revive the now dormant company. Offers were due yesterday and the auto world is waiting anxiously to hear the results.

By Patrick Rall Feb 28 2012 - 2:48pm

Former Chrysler boss LaSorda picked to run Fisker

Things are ramping up for Fisker Automotive, as the production version of their Fisker Karma is reaching buyers around the world with more vehicles are expected to join the Karma in the company’s lineup and today came the first major management change as former Chrysler CEO Tom LaSorda has been hired to fill the roles of CEO and Vice Chairman of the Board for Fisker Automotive.

Matt Kenseth's #17 Best Buy Ford Fusion pulls into Victory Lane

By Patrick Rall Feb 28 2012 - 2:10pm

Kenseth wins unbelievable Daytona 500 crashfest

Last night at 7pm, the 54th running of the Daytona 500 got underway some 30+ hours later than expected and after an incredible 6+ hours in the first primetime running of the Great American Race, Matt Kenseth drove the #17 Best Buy Ford Fusion to victory lane in what was surely one of the most bizarre races in NASCAR history.

By Patrick Rall Feb 28 2012 - 1:03pm

The first pictures of the Kia KH Concept hit the internet

The automotive world has known for some time that the Kia brand was planning to launch a rear wheel drive luxury flagship sedan but today, the Korean automaker posted the first official images of the new Kia KH Concept on their company Facebook page – giving us a look at what will likely sit atop the Kia lineup in the next year or so.

By Patrick Rall Feb 28 2012 - 11:59am

Goodyear recalls 41k Wrangler tires for tread separation

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced a recall of over 41,000 Goodyear Wrangler Silent Armor tires over a concern that there could be tread separation – an issue which led to an accident in Texas in which two people lost their lives.

By Aaron Turpen Feb 28 2012 - 11:17am

Toyota-Samsung cooperation to enable smartphones talking to car

If you have ever wanted to talk to your car and get a response, that future is coming fast. Samsung and Toyota have announced a collaboration that will bear fruit later this year with a Car Mode Application that integrates voice commands for advanced functionality. The marriage of human and vehicle is happening.

By Patrick Rall Feb 28 2012 - 11:08am

The Fisker Surf to debut in production form in Paris

The Fisker Surf Shooting Brake Concept is a 5-door sport wagon based on the basic design (and powered by the drivetrain) of the incredible Fisker Karma sedan and according to GTSpirit.com, the extended range electric Surf Shooting Brake will make its debut in production form at the upcoming Paris Motor Show in September.

By David Herron Feb 27 2012 - 8:20pm

Toyota Prius vs Ford Fiesta: which one for MPG

Rising gasoline costs this year should make a hybrid car like the Toyota Prius more interesting, because higher fuel efficiency should mean lower cost of ownership, but surprisingly the Ford Fiesta costs less to own than the Prius.

By Anthony Faccenda Feb 27 2012 - 6:25pm

Bentley plans to double annual sales by 2017 - Find out how

Though the luxury car company sold just over 7,000 vehicles last year, Bentley has its sights set on 15,000 in annual sales in just 5 years.

By Patrick Rall Feb 27 2012 - 2:19pm

Porsche recalls Cayenne models for headlights falling out

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced a recall of over 20,000 Porsche Cayenne sport utility vehicles over a concern that the headlight assemblies could detach from the fender and fall out of their proper mounting points.

By David Herron Feb 27 2012 - 1:09pm

Audi announces A3 e-tron electric car pilot program at TED conference

The Audi A3 e-tron is the company's latest electric car design, and a pilot project for the the San Francisco, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., and Denver markets is being launched at the TED conference this week.

By Patrick Rall Feb 27 2012 - 11:16am

The Daytona 500 start postponed again, moved to 7pm

Yesterday marked the first time in the history of the “Great American Race” that the fabled Daytona 500 was postponed, with the area blanketed in a rain that prevented track crews from ever getting the track dry enough to race and unfortunately for NASCAR fans, today’s noon start time has now been pushed back to 7pm due to continuing rains.

GM's infographic on performance car sales

By Patrick Rall Feb 27 2012 - 10:38am

Chevrolet claims to be the top performance brand in the US

General Motors issued a statement this morning proclaiming that Chevrolet is the top performance brand in the US and while some American gearheads might dispute that – the General provided a bit of information to back up that lofty claim with the help of the Camaro and the Corvette.

By Aaron Turpen Feb 27 2012 - 10:09am

Infiniti Emerg-E concept photos leaked before unveiling

Infiniti plans to unveil the Emerg-E concept at the Geneva Motor Show, but two separate leaks have shown the world the car before the curtain is officially raised. A dozen photos have recently leaked as well as patent drawings from the concept.

1955 Ford T-Bird wins 2012 Ridler Award at Detroit Autorama

By Frank Sherosky Feb 27 2012 - 12:07am

Good Looking Ford T-Bird That Won The 2012 Ridler Award at Detroit Autorama

Feb. 26, 2012, a date that may only live in infamy until next year, has the Daytona 500 succumbing to rain; the Oscar hopefuls in high anxiety on the West coast; but the winner of the 2012 Detroit Autorama’s Ridler Award is for sure the red 1955 Ford T-Bird.

By Anthony Faccenda Feb 26 2012 - 9:12pm

Nissan recalling 80k Juke, Infiniti M and QX models over fuel system problems

Nissan issues a fuel system recall, which may trigger fires. It is the automaker's third recall in just two weeks.

Envia's 45 amp-hour lithium-ion battery cells

By David Herron Feb 26 2012 - 9:07pm

Envia Systems battery breakthrough for affordable 300 mile range electric cars

Envia Systems is due to announce a dramatically improved lithium-ion battery design, with over twice the energy density and 1/4th the cost of current lithium-ion batteries, at the ARPA-E conference this week. Could lead to the long range affordable electric car of our dreams?

By Adam Yamada-Hanff Feb 25 2012 - 6:49pm

Range Rover Evoque Convertible to be revealed at 2012 Geneva Motor Show

Land Rover will unveil a Range Rover Evoque Convertible Concept at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show.

By Anthony Faccenda Feb 25 2012 - 10:39am

Republican Congressman complains because it costs too much to fuel his Hummer

Though most Americans understand that Hummer H3s do not exhibit the best fuel economy, Rep. Allen West (R-FLA) is taking on President Obama due to the cost of fueling his 2008 Hummer.

By Patrick Rall Feb 25 2012 - 8:33am

Introducing the new 2013 Ferrari F620 GT with 740hp

The performance car world is eagerly awaiting the Geneva debut of the “most powerful Ferrari ever” but thanks to the good people at GT Spirit.com, we have our first good look at the sleek new Ferrari F620 GT ahead of the new model’s Suisse show debut.

By Aaron Turpen Feb 25 2012 - 4:59am

Morgan Roadster going electric

When gas prices start to rise again and you want to stir a little controversy as Britain's oldest classic auto builder, what do you do? You go electric.

Sherosky favorite for the 2012 Ridler Award

By Frank Sherosky Feb 24 2012 - 11:26pm

2012 Detroit Autorama 60th Anniversary: Pirelli Great 8 finalists out of 63

This 60th anniversary of the Detroit Autorama held the largest-ever field of contenders for the Ridler Award. Judges narrowed that field from 63 contenders to the Pirelli Great 8 finalists.

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