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 Frank Sherosky Sep 8 2011 - 12:53pm

Tour Engine to present at DEER Conference in Detroit

For the second year in a row, Dr. Oded Tour, CEO of Tour Engine, will present at the 17th Directions in Energy-Efficiency and Emissions Research (DEER) Conference in Detroit on October 3-6, 2011.

By Keith Griffin Sep 8 2011 - 12:53pm

Toyota announces price jump for base 2012 Tacoma

What do you do when fuel prices are stabilizing - if not falling a little bit - and you have the best selling compact pickup truck in America? If you're Toyota you raise the price of the 2012 Toyota Tacoma pickup truck just because you can.

By Patrick Rall Sep 8 2011 - 12:21pm

Lexus confirms LFA record 'Ring lap time of 7:14.64 with video

Last Friday we brought you the breaking news that the Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition had once again taken to the track from which it derives its name with record-setting results and we now have positive confirmation from the luxury automaker that their LFA supercar indeed set the production car record with an incredible time of just 7:14.64.

By Patrick Rall Sep 8 2011 - 11:32am

Ford F150, Escape investigations closed without additional recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced the closer of investigations over the Ford F150 over concerns of fuel tank strap issues and the Ford Escape/Mercury Mariner over concerns of the rear lift gate window malfunctioning.

By Patrick Rall Sep 8 2011 - 10:50am

Saab’s request for government protection denied – bankruptcy appears imminent

We reported yesterday that Saab and parent company Swedish Automobile had filed for government protection from their unpaid suppliers and employees who are getting ever closer to forcing Saab into bankruptcy and today, Saab is one step closer to facing bankruptcy as the Swedish government has denied the automaker’s plea for protection.

By KC Kelly Sep 8 2011 - 9:53am

Mercedes 2012 M-Class SUV patrols at NY Fashion Week

The all new Mercedes 2012 M-Class SUV is the Mercedes’ Fashion Ranger vehicle that people will see on the streets of New York City this week during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week NY. This world renown show will be taking place at Lincoln Center from September 8-15, 2011.

By Frank Sherosky Sep 8 2011 - 9:53am

BMW Group named automotive sector leader

BMW Group has once again been recognized as the world’s most sustainable automotive company - Sector leader in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for seventh consecutive year.

By KC Kelly Sep 8 2011 - 9:37am

Lexus and Dunlop team up for Lexus 2013 GS 350 tires

Lexus and Dunlop are teaming up to make the ultimate in luxury. The all-new 2013 Lexus GS 350 is a stunning luxury sedan, and this new model will appear with Dunlop tires when the vehicle is introduced early next year.

By KC Kelly Sep 8 2011 - 8:36am

Harley-Davidson's new ad trumps all for animal lovers

Harley-Davidson Motor Company has just launched an innovative and interesting new advertising campaign that may just trump all others. The motorcycle company's advertisement was aired during the season premiere of Sons of Anarchy on the FX network and had animal lovers exhilarated.

By KC Kelly Sep 8 2011 - 8:13am

Volkswagen debuts limited edition Polo & Vento in India

Volkswagen, the German carmaker shared that it will be introducing a limited edition of two new and different models of its already established compact car, the Polo Breeze and its mid-sized sedan, the Vento Breeze. These vehicles will be showing up as the holiday season approaches.

By Frank Sherosky Sep 7 2011 - 10:41pm

Altair unveils world's first hydraulic-hybrid transit bus

Altair ProductDesign, a global product development consultancy and wholly-owned subsidiary of Altair Engineering, Inc. in Troy, Michigan, today unveiled the world’s first series hydraulic hybrid transit bus, the LCO-140H.

By Hawke Fracassa Sep 7 2011 - 10:12pm

Winnebago goes high tech and online to sell replacement parts

Winnebago Industries today created Winnebago Industries Interactive Parts – an online 3D interactive electronic parts catalog. The plan by the Iowa-based maker of motor homes and recreational vehicles is to make researching and ordering parts for Winnebago vehicles more accurate, convenient and fast.

By KC Kelly Sep 7 2011 - 9:02pm

2012 Fisker Karma soon available for rental in L.A.

MPG Car Rental in Los Angeles will be offering for rental the new hybrid luxury sedan, the 2012 Fisker Karma. The LA car rental car company specializes in eco-friendly vehicles and is adding a truly stunning new addition to their already green fleet.

By Don Bain Sep 7 2011 - 8:53pm

Autos using more aluminum than ever with still more to come

Automakers are accelerating the shift to aluminum from other materials for new vehicle construction, in the effort to safely and efficiently lower the weight of cars and light trucks, based on a new survey of North American automakers conducted by Ducker Worldwide.

By Kate McLeod Sep 7 2011 - 7:34pm

Subaru's XV Crossover to be shown in Frankfurt Next Week

The 64th Frankfurt Motor Show's press days are less than a week away on September 13 and 14 and Subaru has a busy schedule at the show with its XV crossover concept.

By Don Bain Sep 7 2011 - 7:19pm

Win one sweet Dodge Durango in Toyo Tires Ultimate Ride Sweepstakes

Toyo Tire USA has announced their largest promotion ever, the Ultimate Ride Sweepstakes, which will award one winner with a set of Toyo tires each week while one lucky winner will get the Grand Prize – a custom 2011 Dodge Durango.

By Don Bain Sep 7 2011 - 5:57pm

American Le Mans Green Racecars on Pennsylvania Avenue

The American Le Mans Series (ALMS) reported it reduced petroleum usage by nearly 50 percent in its most recent race, as examples of their Green Racecars lined Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C. yesterday.

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By Don Bain Sep 7 2011 - 5:03pm

GM Design merits “Cool Places to Work” designation

GM Design, reportedly the industry's first and largest automotive design facility worldwide, has been named one of Crain's 2011 "Cool Places to Work," based on the ability to communicate with employees, attract/retain talent and create a productive work environment, among other criteria.

By Frank Sherosky Sep 7 2011 - 2:06pm

Scuderi Split-Cycle Engine achieves 65 MPG under simulation study

Scuderi Group today released findings from a computer simulation study conducted by Southwest Research Institute (SwRI), an internationally recognized, independent research laboratory, measuring the performance of the Scuderi Engine modeled against the European class of “high economy” vehicles.

By Frank Sherosky Sep 7 2011 - 1:40pm

Cyclone Power Technologies stock steps up to fully reporting with the SEC

This is significant for stock investors. Cyclone Power Technologies (Pink Sheets: CYPW), developer of the all-fuel, clean-tech Cyclone Engine, announced today that it is now a fully-reporting company with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

By KC Kelly Sep 7 2011 - 1:34pm

Company provides electric car training as EV production creates more jobs

With more and more electrical cars on the road every day, the need for trained and skilled mechanics to work on these cars for production and maintenance is rapidly growing. More and more workers with renewable energy certifications and technical electronic certifications are needed in today’s workforce.

By KC Kelly Sep 7 2011 - 12:38pm

Hyundai i30 saves surprises for its debut in Frankfurt Auto Show

Hyundai is set to debut the all-new i30 at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show next week and there are some surprises waiting. For instance, the public still does not know a few important factors about the new vehicle.

By KC Kelly Sep 7 2011 - 12:22pm

NADAguides aid students in finding small, safe and inexpensive vehicles

Young people and students on budgets are looking for small, safe and not overly priced vehicles for school and work. The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze LTZ version was named as a top pick for students this year.

By Patrick Rall Sep 7 2011 - 12:14pm

The 2013 Ford Mustang Boss 302 to get new colors, stripes and technology

The 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 could very well be the greatest Mustang of all time but thanks to some leaked documents and screenshots from a SpeedTV program about the new Boss, we have an idea of what Ford plans to do in order to make the 2013 Mustang Boss 302 even better – including some new colors options, vintage-styled stripes and Ford’s Sync system.

By KC Kelly Sep 7 2011 - 12:10pm

FordDirect offers texting for immediate information for Ford car shoppers

FordDirect has just announced that they are adding a new text messaging service to help customers quickly and efficiently get information sent directly to their cellular phones about buying Ford cars. This service has generated a “14% lead conversion rate by integrating mobile elements into all print, television advertising,” according to a PR Newswire Press Release.

By Keith Griffin Sep 7 2011 - 11:54am

GM with boost from Buick sets August sales record in China

GM and its domestic partners in China had a record August with sales up 13.4 percent year over year. Total sales on an annualized basis were 205,885 units with Buick being a strong driving force.

By Patrick Rall Sep 7 2011 - 11:39am

Saab files for government protection, plans reorganization

Saab and parent company Swedish Automobile were once again unable to pay their workers in August and with creditors from around the world bearing down on them for money owed, Saab has officially filed for government protection with the intention of reorganization to save the struggling automaker.

By Kate McLeod Sep 7 2011 - 11:36am

China is asking GM for Valuable Chevy Volt Information in Exchange for Market Access

China wants GM to share valuable technology information about Chevy Volt to give the company access to its market with subsidies.

By KC Kelly Sep 7 2011 - 11:17am

Fuel efficient 2012 Ford Fiesta helps student thank teachers on Teacher's Day

A woman named Sivasankari from India drove the all-new 2012 Ford Fiesta approximately 400 miles on Teacher’s Day so that she could personally thank her teachers for making who she is today. She shares all the wonderful features of the Ford Fiesta as she takes and video-tapes her journey.

By Keith Griffin Sep 6 2011 - 11:17pm

Jaguar details C-XI6 hybrid concept ahead of 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show

Jaguar has released extensive details on the hot new concept ‘One plus One’ Jaguar C-X16 that will be unveiled at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show that opens to the media on Sept. 13.

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