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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.

The BMW 1 series is among models seeing a price increase in 2012.

By Keith Griffin G+ Nov 24 2011 - 12:30pm

BMW changing car prices up to $320 more per vehicle

BMW has issued a pre-Thanksgiving announcement that it is raising prices across a broad swath of its product line starting New Year's Day. Included in the price change is a $20 increase to $895 for the destination and handling charge.

Mazda and Enterprise combine on QR selling program

By Keith Griffin G+ Nov 24 2011 - 11:59am

Mazda Using QR Codes on 2012 Mazda6 in Innovative Marketing Campaign

Mazda has launched an innovative marketing campaign using QR codes to sell the 2012 Mazda6 through an affiliation with Enterprise Rent-A-Car, which is the first rental car company to launch this kind of program.

By Patrick Rall G+ Nov 24 2011 - 11:07am

Fiat boss Laura Soave leaves the company suddenly

While the details around the whole matter are scarce, the Chrysler Group has announced that Laura Soave, head of the North American branch of the Fiat brand, has left the company to “pursue other interests” and with her departure long-time Chrysler Group team member Tim Kuniskis will step in to fill that role.

1948 Ford Vendetta Custom Pick Up scottsdale Auction

By Katherine Tompkins Nov 24 2011 - 10:55am

1948 Ford Vendetta Custom Pick Up for Sale at Russo and Steele's Scottsdale Auction

Serious car collectors have already booked the third week of January 2012 in their calendar because there will be an award-winning 1948 Ford Vendetta custom pick up and more in Scottsdale auction.

By Katherine Tompkins Nov 24 2011 - 10:38am

Dodge Charger's Garmin Navigation System the Best of Factory-Installed Systems, Owners

Study by J.D. Power and Associates shows owners generally dissatisfied with factory-installed navigation systems, but give the Garmin Navigation System in the Dodge Charger top marks.

Daily chart of $DWCAUP Dow Jones US Autos and Parts for 11-22-2011

By Frank Sherosky Nov 22 2011 - 9:00pm

Dow Jones US Autos and Parts still shows bearish bias for auto sector stocks

Despite plenty of news about returning sales at the automakers like GM, Ford, Chrysler-Fiat, Toyota, etc., the auto stock sector reflects much pessimism due to the global economy especially for 2012. Question is, what will turn the auto sector stocks around from their bearish bias?

Smart wins the Los Angeles Design Challenge

By Keith Griffin G+ Nov 22 2011 - 8:43pm

Smart Can't Sell Cars But it Does Win Los Angeles Design Challenge Again

The Los Angeles Design Challenge has been won with a car that most Americans have learned to ignore: the smart, which is made by Mercedes-Benz. This is the second year in a row designers for smart have won the competition.

A scene from the Fiat Elegance commcerical featuring Jennifer Lopez

By Don Bain Nov 22 2011 - 7:10pm

Will Jennifer Lopez's popularity drive sales for Fiat?

Jennifer Lopez performed her hit "Papi," featuring the 2012 Fiat 500, at the 2011 American Music Awards (AMAs) held at the NOKIA Theatre L.A. on Nov. 20. Meanwhile, since the introduction of the stylish little Italian car last March, only 15,826 Fiat 500s have sold through October - well short of the projected first year sales of 50,000.

Porsche 911 Carrera and Carrera S Cabriolet. (PRNewsFoto/Porsche, Achim Hartmann

By Don Bain Nov 22 2011 - 5:47pm

2012 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet models keep classic coupe roofline

Porsche has introducing two new cabriolet versions of the recently unveiled seventh-generation 911 Carrera. The 911 Carrera Cabriolet and 911 Carrera S Cabriolet will be offered for sale in the U. S. in the spring of 2012, sporting an aluminum-steel soft top that maintains the classic lines of the coupe.

By Adam Yamada-Hanff Nov 22 2011 - 2:27pm

Lexus unveils GS250, debut will be in China

Lexus has unveiled the Lexus GS 250 sedan, which will add to the Lexus lineup of GS sedans. The World Premiere of Lexus GS 250 will be at the Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition in China which begins today.

By Frank Sherosky Nov 22 2011 - 1:16pm

PHEV-EV Technology for Fleets USA 2011 coming to Detroit Nov. 30th - Dec1st

PHEV/EV technology for Fleets USA 2011 is the only event to focus solely on vehicles that run fully or partly off a pre-charged battery; and it is coming to the metro-Detroit area. The show runs from Nov. 30 - Dec. 1st.

2012 Dodge Challenger SRT8 392 Yellow Jacket

By Patrick Rall G+ Nov 22 2011 - 12:51pm

The Dodge Challenger SRT8 392 Yellow Jacket shines in LA

The Chrysler Group as a whole has had a fairly quiet 2011 LA Auto Show but among the debuts is the new Dodge Challenger Yellow Jacket – a limited edition muscle car in the new Stinger Yellow exterior colored applied to the high performance SRT8 package.

The Battery Show for 2012 to return to Detroit with expansion

By Frank Sherosky Nov 22 2011 - 11:20am

The Battery Show 2012 to return to Detroit with expansion

On the heels of a successful second year, The Battery Show announced today that it will return to metro Detroit Nov. 13-15, 2012, with double the exhibition hall space, and a brand new exhibition and conference on electric vehicle charging and infrastructure.

By Keith Griffin G+ Nov 22 2011 - 7:38am

Details and Price Released on 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco But Value Questioned

Chevrolet has released complete details and price for the 2013 Malibu Eco but one industry analyst is already calling into question if the new offering is really worth the additional tariff required for fuel efficiency.

KIA Motors brings Michelle Wie to 2011 LA Auto show

By Adam Yamada-Hanff Nov 21 2011 - 11:59pm

KIA Brings LPGA Star, Golf-themed Soul to 2011 LA Auto Show

A day after Black Friday 2011, when the nation is searching for doorbuster deals and discounts on Thanksgiving weekend, Kia has found a clever way to bring people to its booth at the 2011 LA Auto Show by showcasing the custom golf-themed KIA Soul and female golf star, Michelle Wie at it's booth.

The Subaru of America Share the Love Facebook tab

By Don Bain Nov 21 2011 - 5:34pm

Subaru's Fourth Annual Share the Love event in full swing

Subaru of America launched its fourth annual "Share the Love" event over the weekend, meaning for every new Subaru vehicle sold or leased until January 3 the manufacturer will donate $250 to five of the top charities in America. The donations may total as much as $5 million, thanks to support from the Facebook community.

By Adam Yamada-Hanff Nov 21 2011 - 4:35pm

Solid and sleek 2012 Range Rover Evoque showcased at LA Auto Show

The all new 2012 Range Rover Evoque is currently being showcased and displayed at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles. The new 2012 Range Rover Evoque is an extremely luxurious vehicle that is bold, sleek, and new territory for the famous British brand.

Since breaking ground 25 years ago, the Georgetown, Ky., plant has built 6.5 mil

By Don Bain Nov 21 2011 - 4:20pm

Toyota marks 25 years of auto production at Kentucky's TMMK

Toyota originally broke ground on the 1,300-acre Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky, Inc. (TMMK) Plant 25 years ago. Today, the nearly 7,000 American employees at that facility are closing in on the production of their 9 millionth vehicle. It is Toyota’s largest production factory outside of Japan.

By Patrick Rall G+ Nov 21 2011 - 1:16pm

Dodge will not call new C Segment sedan Hornet

Among the major debuts at the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit will be the new Dodge C Segment sedan, based on the Alfa Romeo Giulietta and set to replace the current Dodge Caliber but contrary to the popular rumors – this new model will not be called the Hornet.

By Hawke Fracassa Nov 21 2011 - 12:57pm

Acura adds free AcuraLink iPhone app for roadside assistance

The Torrance, Calif.-based luxury arm of Japanese carmaker Acura has added free roadside assistance and iPhone digital services to its AcuraLink service.

By Frank Sherosky Nov 21 2011 - 12:48pm

Cyclone Power Technologies stock up-listed to OTCQB

Cyclone Power Technologies (OTCQB: CYPW), developer of the all-fuel, clean-tech Cyclone Engine, today announced that its common stock has been up-listed from the pink sheets to the OTCQB.

2012 Mosler RaptorGTR with Abby Cubey, recording artist of Feel My Fire

By Frank Sherosky Nov 21 2011 - 10:48am

Mosler RaptorGTR redefines supercar with 1212 HP CubeyGTR package

In an unusual vehicle launch, SEI Engineering used three extreme music videos from model/recording artist, Abby Cubey, to kick off the introduction of the 838 horsepower, 240 mph RaptorGTR, with an option to produce 1212 horsepower in a limited production of 12 vehicles.

By Adam Yamada-Hanff Nov 20 2011 - 8:10pm

Mazda CX-5 debuts at LA Auto Show with style

The new redesigned 2013 Mazda CX-5 made its debut at the LA Auto show. The Mazda CX-5 will provide class leading fuel economy, captivating design, functionality, safety, and great handling. All aspects Mazda vehicles have become to be known for.

By Hawke Fracassa Nov 20 2011 - 7:09pm

Toyota begins assembly of 2012 Toyota Corolla in Mississippi

Toyota this week celebrated the opening of Toyota Motor Manufacturing in Blue Springs, Miss. TMMMS, as it is called by Toyota, is the Japanese carmaker's brand spanking new $800 million plant where workers assemble the 2012 Toyota Corolla passenger car.

Walking through halls of 2011 LA Auto Show

By Armen Hareyan G+ Nov 19 2011 - 5:40pm

How to find Your Favorite Cars at 2011 LA Auto Show and Navigate

LA Auto Show is one of the largest car shows in the world and the 2011 show is not an exception. Yet, finding cars and favorite brands at the Los Angeles Convention Center is a big challenge if one does not know how to navigate.

By Don Bain Nov 19 2011 - 5:05pm

Toyota taking tradeshow participation to next level with LA Auto Show

Toyota’s exhibits at the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show include social and mobile media apps plus activities allowing attendees to interact with the show in fresh new ways at and around the Los Angeles Convention Center. Download a new smartphone mobile app from Toyota and you can easily navigate through a host of unique programs sponsored by the brand during the show’s run through Nov. 27.

By Patrick Rall G+ Nov 18 2011 - 2:00pm

The Subaru BRZ STI debuts at the 2011 LA Auto Show

The 2011 LA Auto Show brought the world the first good look of the high performance BRZ STI, Subaru’s offering from the vehicle family developed jointly with Toyota which will yield both Toyota and Subaru models, as well as a Scion model with the production debut slated for all of them planned for the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show.

By Frank Sherosky Nov 18 2011 - 12:43pm

GE WattStation(TM) appears with CODA Automotive at 2011 LA Auto Show

CODA Automotive, with full presence at the 2011 LA Auto Show touting its 150 mile driving range EV, has teamed up with GE Energy for its GE WattStation(TM), a wall-mounted EV charging station.

By Patrick Rall G+ Nov 18 2011 - 12:31pm

The 2013 Nissan GT-R arrives at the 2011 LA Auto Show

Among the highest performance vehicles to grace the floor of the 2011 LA Auto Show was the 2013 Nissan GT-R which, while looking like the 2012 models, gets a handful of revisions to keep it on a level playing field with some of the world’s most incredible supercars.

Daily chart of GM stock from IPO to 11-17-2011

By Frank Sherosky Nov 17 2011 - 8:05pm

GM stock breaks below price support one day before option expiration

Stock price dynamics as told by price-time charts do not lie. Today, General Motors Company (NYSE: GM) stock followed the direction of the general market by moving lower; but in the GM stock’s case, took a dive past price support one day before Option expiration Friday.

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