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 Sep 12 2011 - 11:56pm

Frankfurt: The 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Super Trofeo Stradale

The 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show doesn’t officially open until tomorrow but tonight at the Volkswagen Group preview, the 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Super Trofeo Stradale was unveiled ahead of the opening of this year’s Frankfurt show.

By Patrick Rall Sep 12 2011 - 8:39pm

The production form of the 2012 Ford Focus ST debuts in Frankfurt

When the 2012 Ford Focus ST hits the streets in 40 markets around the world, it will be the first time that Ford has offered a performance car on a global level (in similar form) and today as the world prepares for the 2012 Frankfurt Motor Show, Ford unveiled the production version of the new high performance focus 5-door hatchback.

By Don Bain Sep 12 2011 - 7:16pm

2012 Fiat 500 Cabrio to be featured in Jennifer Lopez video

Not only will the 2012 Fiat 500 Cabrio be featured in the new Jennifer Lopez video, Papi, but a 30-second trailer for the video will highlight the Fiat 500 Cabrio this evening during Monday Night Football on ESPN.

By Don Bain Sep 12 2011 - 6:03pm

2013 Lexus GS 450h debuts at Frankfurt show featuring Dynamic Handling

The Lexus GS 450h was the world’s first hybrid executive sports sedan at its debut in 2007, but returns at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show for the 2013 model year with a second generation hybrid drive system and an Atkinson cycle V6 gasoline engine in a front-engine, rear wheel drive vehicle.

By Patrick Rall Sep 12 2011 - 5:57pm

Full coverage of the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show

The 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show officially opens on September 13th but with information trickling out from automakers around the world for months, this year’s Frankfurt show promises to bring a plethora of new model debuts to the global automotive industry – including names like the Lancia Stratos, the Ford Focus ST in production form, the new European Chevrolet Camaro Convertible and the twin rear wheel drive sports coupes from Subaru and Toyota.

By Hawke Fracassa Sep 12 2011 - 5:51pm

Complete text of President Obama's American Jobs Act of 2011

If you're the type who wants to know the details, you're going to love this document. This is President Obama's 155-page American Jobs Acts of 2011, in its entirety, provided to TorqueNews.com by the White House. We present the bill here, unedited and ready for your review.

By Hawke Fracassa Sep 12 2011 - 5:01pm

President Obama woos Congress on jobs

President Obama today formally asked Congress to approve the American Jobs Act of 2011, which will help auto workers and others get new jobs. TorqueNews.com obtained text of the president's statement to Congress. We present it here, unedited, courtesy of the White House.

By KC Kelly Sep 12 2011 - 4:22pm

First 2012 Volkswagen Passat TDI Clean Diesel delivered with celebration

The very first 2012 Volkswagen Passat TDI Clean Diesel was delivered today to its first customer at Volkswagen of America, Inc. in San Jose, California. Volkswagen fans have been waiting for months in anticipation to see this new vehicle.

By KC Kelly Sep 12 2011 - 4:16pm

Porsche holds film contest with great prizes for aspiring filmmakers

Porsche Cars North America is hosting an amateur filmmakers competition called "My Daily Magic". This is a national contest that Porsche is launching in combination with its "Engineered for Magic. Every day" campaign.

By Hawke Fracassa Sep 12 2011 - 2:32pm

President Obama introduces Jobs Act to help auto workers, others

President Obama in a speech today in Washington rolled out the long-awaited American Jobs Act to spur employment of auto workers, teachers, construction workers and others. Here is the full text of this morning's presentation, provided to you unedited by TN, courtesy of the White House.

By KC Kelly Sep 12 2011 - 2:16pm

2011Frankfurt Motor Show to feature Chrysler Group's Mopar

At the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show, Chrysler Group will be displaying its Mopar brand in a fully accessorized Jeep Wrangler. Along with that, Mopar will activate an Accessorization Station where Mopar® representatives will install and remove accessories for those who will be attending the show.

By Keith Griffin Sep 12 2011 - 1:46pm

Chevrolet Camaro returns after a decade to 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show

Visitors to the 2011 Frankfort Auto Show will be greeted by an unusual site: the first Chevrolet Camaro to appear at the show in a decade.

By Frank Sherosky Sep 12 2011 - 1:24pm

IBM Automotive at Frankfurt Motor Show represents more than just a supplier

IBM has for many years seen itself as not only a supplier, but also a powerful partner of the automotive industry; thus it fitting that IBM shows its presence at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA Cars).

By Gordon Block Sep 12 2011 - 12:52pm

Suzuki seeks to completely dissolve shaky relationship with Volkswagen

Suzuki, which is nearly 20 percent owned by Volkswagen, considers its largest investor a 'ball and chain,' while Volkswagen is accusing Suzuki of breaching its contract.

By KC Kelly Sep 12 2011 - 12:21pm

12,000 Ford Volunteers Tackle 200 Community Projects During One Global Week of Caring

The Ford Volunteer Corps are partaking in the 2011 sixth annual Ford Global Week of Caring to embark upon more than 200 humanitarian projects in dozens of countries around the world. More than 12,000 Ford volunteers will be involved.

By Patrick Rall Sep 12 2011 - 12:03pm

The Mercedes Benz F125! Concept unveiled ahead of Frankfurt

Mercedes Benz hasn’t had much to say about what they are planning to unveil this week at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show but thanks to the Italian site Omni Autos, we have a look at the new Mercedes Benz F125! Concept that is expected to make its debut later this week in Frankfurt – with the German automaker is calling on a high tech powertrain and their distinctive gullwing door style.

By KC Kelly Sep 12 2011 - 11:43am

BMW careers: Company adds 3,500 new jobs

The BMW Group is adding to the world’s workforce innovation by creating new jobs and careers. BMW has said that they are about to take on approximately 3,500 new employees for jobs at its headquarters and abroad.

By Don Bain Sep 12 2011 - 11:27am

The 2011 Toyota Sequoia is a flex fuel on and off-road warrior

The 2011 Toyota Sequoia combines the capacities and capabilities of a full size SUV with flex fuel versatility and the surprising handling of a somewhat smaller vehicle.

By Frank Sherosky Sep 12 2011 - 10:30am

Patent Board ranks GM No.1 again for auto innovation

General Motors remains the No. 1 innovator among 184 companies ranked by The Patent Board in its quarterly automotive and transportation industry scorecard.

By Frank Sherosky Sep 12 2011 - 10:06am

Chevy Volt owners report 4 million summer miles powered by electricity

Chevy Volt owners collectively drove nearly 6 million miles, of which two-thirds were powered by full electric power.

By Keith Griffin Sep 12 2011 - 9:46am

New BorgWarner silent chain improves technology in Hyundai, Kia cars

BorgWarner has created a new silent chain for the balance shaft drive on Hyundai's four-cylinder gas direct-injection (GDI) and turbo-GDI engines found in the Hyundai Sonata and Kia Sorento that is going to make using your in-vehicle technology a whole lot easier.

By Armen Hareyan Sep 12 2011 - 8:47am

War of the kiosks at 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show

Automakers unveil the sketches of their kiosk stands at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show to lure more people as Toyota has shown its stand at the 64th international motor show.

By Gordon Block Sep 12 2011 - 1:02am

Renault Frendzy concept is coming to Frankfurt show: dual-responsibility car

The dual-purpose and all-electric Renault Frendzy, which intends to combine a fully-functional work van with a personal family vehicle, will be on display for critics and consumers to evaluate at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show.

By Hawke Fracassa Sep 11 2011 - 11:58pm

ES 350 leads Lexus revival

The slump at Lexus is over. The luxury marque sold 10,331 cars last month, an uptick of 6.2% over the same period last year. The ES 350 (pictured), Lexus's entry luxury sedan, was the Japanese company's best-selling car (3,887). Another big boost: Lexus moved 3,238 hybrids in August, an increase of 56.1% over 2010.

By Don Bain Sep 11 2011 - 11:36pm

The Audi R8 E-Tron nearing final stage at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show

The Audi R8 E-Tron concept was first introduced at the Frankfurt Auto Show during 2009, and when it returns to highlight Audi’s appearance at the 2011 Motor Show the R8 E-Tron is expected to be very close to the final production model, slated for 2012 commercial release.

By Gordon Block Sep 11 2011 - 11:32pm

Conservatively redesigned Fiat Punto at Frankfurt Auto Show

Fiat is doing an emergency styling revamp before the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show on the Punto subcompact to give it a more conservative look, hoping to reverse a slowing sales trend.

By Armen Hareyan Sep 11 2011 - 10:21pm

New Stratos to be displayed at 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show

The New Stratos will be displayed at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show giving car lowers yet another excuse to visit the 64th international Frankfurt Motor Show.

By Frank Sherosky Sep 11 2011 - 7:30pm

GM, Ford and Toyota stock downtrends enforce need for trader mentality

Despite all the news by President Obama, the FOMC and the government committing to more fiscal stimulus, many auto sector stock investors in GM, Ford and Toyota have taken a hard hit with lower highs and lower lows, and are now left in a quandary: Who is best qualified to deal with this kind of market uncertainty, buy & hold investors or short-term traders?

By Frank Sherosky Sep 11 2011 - 2:19pm

Remembering 911 with names and Taps can make a stone cry

Anyone who heard the names of those lost on 911 ten years ago can still feel cracking of all the hearts of the families left behind, but at no time is this more profound than the trumpet sound of Taps.

By Armen Hareyan Sep 11 2011 - 10:51am

Toyota, Infiniti, Volvo and others remember 9/11

Volvo, Toyota, Infiniti and others in the auto industry are joining their voices to the millions around the world and posting messages on their Facebook pages by taking a moment to remember 9/11. Here is what these car makers write.

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