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 David Herron Jan 9 2012 - 1:57pm

Ford's Focus Electric can lower electricity bill, lengthen daily driving range

Ford's Focus Electric has implemented a combination of features to schedule charging times for lowest electricity cost, increase charging speed, improving the electric car usefulness and decreasing operating costs.

2012 BMW Active Hybrid 5 price announced

By Aaron Turpen Jan 9 2012 - 1:39pm

BMW ActiveHybrid 5 Gets Price Tag - Compares to Competition

At the North American International Auto Show in Detroit today, BMW announced pricing for its ActiveHybrid 5, the latest hybrid entry into the company's luxury lineup, which goes on sale in March of this year.

By Adam Yamada-Hanff Jan 9 2012 - 1:20pm

Volkwsagen E-Bugster makes debut at North American International Auto Show

If you have been waiting for Volkswagen to combine the Beetle with Electricity, your wait is over. Today at North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) Volkswagen debut the new “E-Bugster” concept.

By Aaron Turpen Jan 9 2012 - 12:44pm

North American Truck of the Year Upset - Range Rover Evoque Takes American Title

This year, the NAIAS pick for Truck of the Year is the Range Rover Evoque, a small, but capable and luxurious little SUV that began production in July, 2011. The win marks another upset in this usually American-dominated segment and award, though, interestingly, none of the Big 3 U.S. automakers was even on the competition's list for 2012.

The cover being pulled off of the 2013 Dodge Dart

By Patrick Rall Jan 9 2012 - 11:52am

The 2013 Dodge Dart introduced at just $15,995

The compact sedan market has become one of the most vital vehicle classes to the automakers doing business in North America and with the introduction of the 2013 Dodge Dart, the Chrysler Group will finally have a car that could be a major player in that segment – with a price of $15,995 making it less expensive than the bestselling models in that class.

By Keith Griffin Jan 9 2012 - 11:42am

KIA's electric cars debut at CES, skip Detroit Show

The first Korean electric vehicle is going to have its North American debut tomorrow. Two things are surprising about that. It's not the Korean company you think and the debut location is not at the North American International Auto Show.

Hyundai North American head John Krafcik unveils the Car of the Year decal

By Aaron Turpen Jan 9 2012 - 11:40am

Hyundai vs Ford: Hyundai Elantra Takes Car of the Year in Detroit

Hyundai's Elantra won the 2012 North American International Auto Show Car of the Year award in Detroit, beating out the Ford Focus and Volkswagen Passat. This marks Hyundai's second win of the title, both times in an upset on Ford's home turf.

By Aaron Turpen Jan 9 2012 - 10:51am

2013 BMW M5 Hits Detroit With U.S.-Only Specs

Coming to showrooms late this summer, the BMW M5 in its 2013 rendition unveiled at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show today. The North American version of this classic sedan will include a 6-speed manual transmission option rather than the 7-speed M-DCT dual clutch offered in Europe.

By Patrick Rall Jan 9 2012 - 7:39am

Ford refines the midsized segment with the all-new 2013 Fusion

Later today in Joe Louis Arena in Detroit as part of the 2012 North American International Auto Show, Ford Motor Company will unveil the entirely-new 2013 Ford Fusion - a car that will raise the bar for the midsized sedan segment with a level of luxury and fuel economy that has never before been seen in this segment.

By Adam Yamada-Hanff Jan 8 2012 - 9:48pm

Rolls-Royce Spirit Of Ectasay drives sales in 2011

Rolls-Royce, the storied British automaker, revealed today they they delivered stunning sales in 2011. This reaffirms the company's position in the ultra luxury segment.

By Aaron Turpen Jan 8 2012 - 9:19pm

2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Revealed, To Have Hybrid Option

Mitsubishi has re-designed the Outlander crossover and is rumored to have plans for a hybrid option as well. The hybrid, news of which was hinted at last year, will be unveiled later this year and offered for sale in early 2013, according to the company.

By Aaron Turpen Jan 8 2012 - 9:17pm

Green Car Concepts of Note Coming to 2012 Detroit Auto Show

When the largest auto show in the western hemisphere begins in Detroit on January 9, it will be showcasing some of the hottest new cars and automotive technology for 2012. One of the things that many auto aficionados look forward to are the concept cars - the cars that show where manufacturers are taking their designs in the future.

By Aaron Turpen Jan 8 2012 - 9:16pm

The Tata eMO Concept: India Struts Its Stuff in Detroit

Tata Motors, the largest automotive manufacturer in India, made headlines in USA when it produced the world's cheapest traditional car in 2008, the diminutive Nano selling at $2,500USD in their home country. Now, the automaker is looking forward to the future with a new concept electric car called the electric MObility study (eMO), which debuts in Detroit at the North American International Auto Show this week.

2013 Cadillac ATS Sedan debuts ahead of Detroit Auto Show

By Keith Griffin Jan 8 2012 - 8:53pm

Cadillac Takes Wraps Off ATS Sedan Ahead of Detroit Auto Show

Cadillac has unveiled the 2013 Cadillac ATS Sedan one day ahead of the 2012 Detroit Auto Show and it appears to have unleashed a beast when it comes to power and weight.

By Patrick Rall Jan 8 2012 - 4:20pm

The 2013 Dodge Dart revealed ahead of Detroit debut

The 2013 Dodge Dart is expected to make its grand debut at the 2012 North American International Auto Show tomorrow in Detroit but as has become the big trend this year – images and videos showing the sporty new C segment sedan have slipped onto the internet ahead of the big debut.

The future of the electric drive is all smiles

By Nicolas Zart Jan 8 2012 - 12:55pm

Electric car naysayers rally as consumer interest wanes... or is it?

After the party comes the harsh realization that things aren't quite what they are made up to be. But is this a reason to look away and go back to the way things were? Obviously, we can never go back. As always, enjoy the ride, keep your eyes on the future and go drive an electric car before you make up your mind. It is an inevitability...

Mercedes-Benz engines will be built at Nissan plant in Decherd, Tenn.

By Keith Griffin Jan 8 2012 - 12:11pm

Nissan and Mercedes Enter into Major Production Alliance

Renault-Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn and Dieter Zetsche, chairman of the Daimler Board of Management and head of Mercedes-Benz Cars, have announced a major production alliance between the two companies that will have an impact in Tennessee.

By Keith Griffin Jan 8 2012 - 10:24am

Ford Plans Major Unveil at Consumer Electronics Show

In addition to Ford CEO Allen Mulally participating at the 2012 International Consumer Electronics Show, Ford will make a major unveil regarding its Ford Sync AppLink, Ford’s industry-exclusive in-car, voice-controlled connectivity system for smartphone apps.

By David Herron Jan 8 2012 - 10:17am

Coda Automotive's excellent electric car value proposition

Start-up company Coda Automotive has developed a good looking electric car, that offers excellent value compared to the other electric cars in the $39k price range.

By David Herron Jan 8 2012 - 2:32am

Coda Automotive's electric car nearing production, sales and dealers

Start-up electric car company, Coda Automotive, has been four years in developing their all electric sedan, is setting up dealerships, and is going into production and launching sales over the next few months.

By Adam Yamada-Hanff Jan 7 2012 - 10:10am

Gone in 60 Seconds Mustang to go up for Auction

Do you love the movie, "Gone in 60 Seconds" that starred Nicholas Cage? Do you love the beautiful 1967 Mustang GT500 nicknamed "Eleanor" in the movie? Well if you have a fat wallet, you can own this Mustang as it is going up for auction in the UK.

By Patrick Rall Jan 6 2012 - 9:45pm

The new Cadillac ATS will debut online this Sunday

We have expected for some time now that the new Cadillac ATS, the Caddy slated to be General Motors’ new BMW 3-Series fighter, would be coming to the 2012 Detroit Auto Show but we have now learned that the new midsized sedan will actually make its grand debut online on Sunday, the night before the Motor City show opens to the media.

The 2013 Subaru BRZ will debut at NAIAS next week.

By Don Bain Jan 6 2012 - 5:17pm

Street version of Subaru BRZ to debut at NAIAS next week

Subaru has announced the production version of the new, rear-wheel drive 2013 Subaru BRZ sports car will make its U.S. debut at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) on January 9. The BRZ adds a new line to the Subaru brand, pursuant to its fourth consecutive year of sales growth, which set an all-time vehicle sales record last year.

By Patrick Rall Jan 6 2012 - 3:24pm

GMC, Cadillac, Buick struggle through December 2011

General Motors finished the year with a December that showed overall growth by the company and the claim of being the top selling automaker in the US even though three of the four existing brands saw negative growth in the last month of 2011.

The first Ford Focus Electric for the Google's HQ in December 2011

By Nicolas Zart Jan 6 2012 - 2:45pm

Ford cozies up to Silicon Valley with its first West coast research lab

Ford opens its first West coast Research and Innovation lab office in order to strengthen ties with the tech industry, as well as define and spot consumer trends.

The 2012 Chrysler 300C Luxury Series Sedan

By Patrick Rall Jan 6 2012 - 12:30pm

Chrysler Group leads industry in December 2011 sales growth

The numbers are in for the last month of 2011 and once again, the Chrysler Group led the way for the entire American auto industry in terms of year over year growth – with all four of their pre-existing brands showing positive growth in December while the Fiat brand trudged onward.

By Adam Yamada-Hanff Jan 6 2012 - 11:00am

VW drives out of 2011 with extremely strong sales

Volkswagen (VW) has finished off 2011 with impressive sales numbers. The VW Group delivered more than 5.1 million vehicles around the world, showing strong growth in emerging markets.

By Armen Hareyan Jan 6 2012 - 9:11am

Detroit Auto Show to Display More European Cars by US Carmakers

The 2012 Detroit Auto Show (NAIAS) is going to surprise with more European cars, made by American carmakers as the Ford Fusion and its European version Mondeo will be made on both sides of the Atlantic. The Dodge (Chrysler) Dart takes its design from an Italian base.

By Don Bain Jan 6 2012 - 12:51am

Toyota's iconic Land Cruiser gains new features for 2013

The Toyota Land Cruiser marks the 60th anniversary of its introduction in Japan this year in addition to being a long-established favorite of residents of the Rocky Mountain highlands for over 50 years. Now in its 10th generation, the Land Cruiser returns with slight style enhancements, new performance and safety upgrades plus popular options becoming standard equipment.

By Don Bain Jan 5 2012 - 9:37pm

BASF building better cars through chemistry

When the North American International Auto Show kicks off this week, a 4,500 square-foot exhibit by BASF, in room D2-15, will showcase products like all plastic wheels, plastics so heat resistant they can be used in engine parts and other wonders of their surprisingly effective application of chemistry to the production of better, lighter cars.

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