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 Patrick Rall Feb 16 2012 - 11:13am

New Porsche Macan small SUV teased via company video

We have known (or at least expected) for some time that Porsche would be offering a sport utility vehicle smaller than their popular Cayenne and while we have commonly been referring to the upcoming compact sport ute as the Cajun; thanks to a new company video we know now that the new model will be called the Porsche Macan.

By Keith Griffin Feb 16 2012 - 9:50am

Hyundai Announces 2013 Genesis Coupe Price with One Big Twist

Hyundai has set pricing for the 2013 Genesis coupe in both 2.0-liter turbo and 3.8-liter V6 versions but there is one big twist for this model that you’re only going to find in one luxury model sold in the U.S.

By Aaron Turpen Feb 15 2012 - 9:43pm

INGOCAR from Valentin Tech shatters the way we think about cars

Want to turn your concept of automobiles on its ear? Check out the INGOCAR from Valentin Technologies, a new concept that takes everything you thought cars were and throws it out the window.

By Adam Yamada-Hanff Feb 15 2012 - 5:26pm

Chrysler comes in dead last in JD Power & Associates Reliability Survey

Chrysler and all of the Chrysler Group's vehicle brands have come in dead last in JD Power and Associates Reliability Survey.

By Anthony Faccenda Feb 15 2012 - 4:01pm

Subaru recalling 2012 Legacy and Outback models due to airbag defect

Subaru is recalling nearly 400 Legacy and Outback vehicles due to a defect that may affect air bag deployment.

By David Herron Feb 15 2012 - 2:08pm

GM's fact-telling and image rehabilitation in latest Chevy Volt ad

GM's latest video on YouTube attempts to reassure the public about Chevy Volt battery pack safety, in wake of the recent controversy over the battery pack fire during crash testing last year.

By Patrick Rall Feb 15 2012 - 12:35pm

NHTSA investigating Chevrolet Trailblazers for fire risks

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched a primary investigation around 2006 and 2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer sport utility vehicles over a possible electrical issue inside the door panels that could lead to smoking or fires inside of the affected vehicles.

Renting an EV in order to decide which one to buy

By Nicolas Zart Feb 15 2012 - 12:29pm

Renting An Electric Car To Help You Choose

One of the best and most efficient ways to introduce electric cars is to appeal to car rental companies to rent them to the general public.

Nissan Leaf at BPI 2011, similar to the purchase by John Hipchen

By Frank Sherosky Feb 15 2012 - 11:11am

Copper Development Association takes blog readers on Nissan LEAF buying experience

John Hipchen, who has blogged about his experience of buying and owning a new Nissan Leaf on the coppertalk blog on behalf of the Copper Development Association (CDA), also addressed how to buy an electric car.

By Patrick Rall Feb 15 2012 - 11:02am

A look at the history of the Dodge Viper logo

The 2013 Dodge Viper is set to make is grand debut at the 2012 New York Auto Show in early April but the folks at Drive SRT have offered a look at the three logos that have graced the nose of the American super car leading up to the full debut in a few months.

By Patrick Rall Feb 15 2012 - 10:24am

The Fisker Karma production not dependent on DOE loans

Earlier this week, I had a chance to sit down with company founder and CEO Henrik Fisker where he explained that the production of the Fisker Karma (which is currently well under way) is not dependent on the US government money and the new flagship sedan is capable of “paying for itself”.

By Anthony Faccenda Feb 14 2012 - 9:41pm

Pricing announced for all-new 2012 Hyundai Azera, but is it worth it?

Do all-new features and a complete redesign justify a $6,000 price hike in the 2012 Azera?

Kia Motors America releases Red Rock Soul Special Edition inspired by New York A

By Don Bain Feb 14 2012 - 7:38pm

Kia Soul Red Rocks special edition salutes the Southwest

The 2012 Kia Soul Red Rocks, seventh in a series of special editions of the popular car with the viral hamster commercials, is named for the Jurassic Red Sandstone that crosses the southwestern U.S. from western Kansas, through Colorado and Utah.

By Aaron Turpen Feb 14 2012 - 2:13pm

Amphitrucks - When driving on land is just not good enough

Detroit's Gibbs Technologies specializes in amphibious vehicles for commercial, personal, and military use. They have unveiled two new models of amphibious trucks aimed towards the specialty cargo market and search and rescue.

By Nicolas Zart Feb 14 2012 - 1:24pm

The Hiriko Electric City Car Wants To Be Your City Solution

There is a lot to like about the electric city car named Hiriko. A consortium based in Spain wants to introduce this little folding electric as the world’s answer to congested cities.

By Adam Yamada-Hanff Feb 14 2012 - 1:15pm

Chevy Camaro to be made available in the UK

If you are living in the United Kingdom and have longed to drive some Detroit Muscle from Chevrolet, your prays and desires have been answered. That is because The Chevy Camaro is now going to be available in Britain.

By Frank Sherosky Feb 14 2012 - 1:14pm

Hans Blesse replaces Pieter de Waal at BMW Mottorad USA

In a major personnel change in BMW Motorrad sales, Hans Blesse, appointed Vice President BMW Motorrad USA, replaces Pieter de Waal as he goes into retirement.

By Keith Griffin Feb 13 2012 - 9:30pm

Hyundai Equus Has Staggering Advantage Over Competition in Important Areas

The 2012 Hyundai Equus is coming out on top with a staggering advantage over its competition according to info provided at a media launch of the refreshed model in Las Vegas.

By David Herron Feb 13 2012 - 8:08pm

Bob Lutz says Volt bashing by right wingers harming American workers

GM's former CEO Bob Lutz publishes another op-ed piece in Forbes defending the Chevy Volt, and this time pointing fingers at right wing media figures, claiming their Volt bashing will cost American Jobs.

By Aaron Turpen Feb 13 2012 - 7:41pm

2 Hybrid work trucks no real man can be without

For those who work for a living, pickup trucks are a fact of life. As much as environmentalists hate trucks, their ubiquitous presence in the USA is not likely to change anytime soon if sales figures are any indication. Here are 2 hybrid work trucks that can help take a bite out of the environmental stigma pickups have been saddled with.

By Anthony Faccenda Feb 13 2012 - 6:11pm

Automakers tell Senate: 'Don't raise our recall violation fines'

The auto industry is urging Congress not to raise the maximum penalties for recall related infractions.

CERV. (PRNewsFoto/Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc.)

By Don Bain Feb 13 2012 - 4:40pm

U.S. Army bringing Quantum's CERV to Chicago Auto Show

The Clandestine Extended Range Vehicle (CERV), developed by Quantum, is the U.S. Army’s new diesel-electric hybrid military vehicle coming to the largest auto show in North America, highlighting its ability to save taxpayer dollars and soldiers' lives, while lowering greenhouse emissions at the same time.

By Adam Yamada-Hanff Feb 13 2012 - 2:19pm

Saturday Night Live spoofs Chrysler Super Bowl Commercial

If you are an automaker, how do you know your Super Bowl commercial has become the talk-of-the-town and has made it into current pop culture? You get spoofed on Saturday Night Live, which is what happened with Chrysler's Super Bow commercial.

Sketch of Kia KH rear wheel luxury sedan

By Keith Griffin Feb 13 2012 - 10:03am

Kia Unveils Unexpected Sketches for New Flagship Sedan

Kia has released unexpected sketches of what it says will be its all-new flagship sedan with some distinct design flairs that show the Korean automaker is working hard to come out from the shadow of its parent company.

By Anthony Faccenda Feb 12 2012 - 10:19pm

Chrysler recalling almost 10,000 Dodge Charger police cars

Two potentially hazardous defects would make life a little more difficult for law enforcement.

Cadillac XTS has extensive safety features available.

By Keith Griffin Feb 12 2012 - 7:47pm

Cadillac Has Little Known Ways to Improve Safety

The Cadillac XTS that debuts this fall as a 2013 model is using some little known technology to improve the vehicle’s safety and make it a leader in technology for other models in the Cadillac family.

By Adam Yamada-Hanff Feb 12 2012 - 7:36pm

Suzuki continues its dominance in India as it sells its 10 millionth car

Suzuki, or more specifically Maruti Suzuki, has just sold its 10 millionth vehicle in India. Maruti Suzuki is the first automaker to achieve this impressive milestone in India.

By Nicolas Zart Feb 12 2012 - 4:31pm

Tesla Motors Bets It All With Its Electric SUV Model X

After a few years of rumors, Tesla Motors finally announced it would build its electric SUV, much to our astonishment.

By Keith Griffin Feb 12 2012 - 10:38am

Nissan Rolls Out NV200 Compact Cargo Van at Chicago Auto Show

Lost amidst the hype of the new Nissan 370Z introduced at the Chicago Auto Show (still ongoing in the Windy City through Feb. 19) was the North American intro of the Nissan NV200 Compact Cargo Van, which is hitting the market at the right time to make a major impact.

By Patrick Rall Feb 12 2012 - 9:52am

The 2012 Porsche 911 hits US dealerships

The 2012 Porsche 911 is billed by the German automaker as possibly being the greatest in the storied history of the 911 family and it was announced earlier this week that the revised 2012 911 coupe is now available at dealerships around the United States.

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