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 Don Bain Aug 9 2011 - 2:59pm

Lightweight CNG tanks brightening outlook for light-duty trucks

A manufacturer of ultra-light weight high capacity compressed natural gas (CNG) storage systems, Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc., has just received an order for 200 fuel tanks from a large US natural gas vehicle convertor of light-duty trucks.

By Gordon Block Aug 9 2011 - 1:05pm

Troubled US economy has Honda second-guessing its forecasts

Yesterday's stock market drop amidst the Standard and Poor's downgrade of the US government's debt has Honda reconsidering its forecasts, only a week after announcing an ahead-of-schedule recovery from the March 11th earthquake.

By Frank Sherosky Aug 9 2011 - 1:04pm

Achates Power addresses commercial truck mileage and emission standards

In a private interview with Torque News at the CAR Management Business Seminars 2011, David Johnson, President and CEO of Achates Power, discussed the role that its engine technologies using opposed pistons will contribute toward lower emissions and better fuel economy for commercial trucks.

By Patrick Rall Aug 9 2011 - 12:23pm

The 2012 Ford F150 Harley Davidson is unveiled

The world famous Sturgis Motorcycle Rally began yesterday and Ford Motor Company used the legendary bike show to introduce the 2012 Ford F150 Harley Davidson Edition.

By Hawke Fracassa Aug 9 2011 - 11:42am

Here are details of new truck, bus standards for 2014

A new national program approved today by President Obama for trucks and buses to be built in the United States between 2014 and 2018 will reduce oil consumption by a projected 530 million barrels and greenhouse gas pollution by 270 million metric tons.

By Don Bain Aug 9 2011 - 2:30am

Obama to announce new heavy truck rules today

When President Obama announces the first U.S. CO2 emission rules for heavy trucks in Springfield, VA today, the American Trucking Association (ATA) expects a push to reduce greenhouse emissions by 20 percent by 2018, according to a post by Jeff Plungis on Bloomberg yesterday.

By Frank Sherosky Aug 9 2011 - 12:17am

Altair Engineering helps automakers develop the right shape for lighter stronger parts

In a private interview with Torque News correspondent, Frank Sherosky, at CAR Management Briefing Seminars 2011, Jeffrey Brennan, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Global Markets for Altair Engineering, Inc. discussed the role that Altair’s simulation software, materials optimization and mass reduction plays in light-weight, structural parts for vehicles which results in better fuel economy for automakers.

By Don Bain Aug 8 2011 - 7:01pm

Nissan creates forum over pre-wiring for the Leaf

Nissan is making room for the 2012 Nissan Leaf by partnering with developer City Ventures in Southern California to build 190 townhomes that are Leaf-ready and asking for comments on a Facebook page.

By Hawke Fracassa Aug 8 2011 - 6:24pm

Toyota sets 2012 prices for Yaris, Sequoia, Tundra, Sienna

Toyota today set price points for its 2012 Yaris, Sequoia, Tundra and Sienna cars and trucks. Most vehicles are priced the same as 2011 models or reflect increases of 1% or less.

By Patrick Rall Aug 8 2011 - 6:16pm

Dodge Dakota nears the end, no replacement coming

We have known for some time now that the midsized pickup formerly known as the Dodge Dakota (now a part of the Ram brand) would come to an end this year and reports are indicating that the Dakota will see its production end this month - with a questionable future for the smaller of the Ram brand pickups.

By Patrick Rall Aug 8 2011 - 4:33pm

Ram brand to get new vans with Fiat help

The Dodge Ram Van was a major player in the full size van market until Daimler replaced it with the Mercedes-sourced Dodge Sprinter but based on some news from around the rumor mill, the Ram Truck brand could reintroduce a line of Ram Vans with help from parent company Fiat.

By Hawke Fracassa Aug 8 2011 - 3:39pm

AC Propulsion goes in-house in naming CFO

AC Propulsion, a maker of electric cars and promoter of alternative energy usage for cars, including the Scion-based eBox, today promoted Susan Hoyle from interim CFO to vice president and CFO of the San Dimas, Calif.-based company.

By Gordon Block Aug 8 2011 - 1:01pm

Toyota and Honda are coming up from rock bottom

The two automakers hardest hit by the Japan earthquake in March, Toyota and Honda, are finally beginning to see the light at the tunnel: market share is once again on its way up.

By Patrick Rall Aug 8 2011 - 12:42pm

NHTSA investigates 2011 VW Jetta TDI for fuel leaks

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched a preliminary investigation into 2011 Volkswagen Jetta diesel models over several reports of a leak in the high pressure fuel supply system – a problem that could certainly lead to a new Jetta recall should the NHTSA find a defect in the system.

By Armen Hareyan Aug 8 2011 - 11:47am

Chevrolet Volt invites Volt owners to "come out"

Chevrolet invites the Volt owners to the first get together in Detroit area.

By Patrick Rall Aug 8 2011 - 10:45am

Ford Mustang under gov’t investigation for transmission problems

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched a preliminary investigation to examine reported shifting problems in 2011 and 2012 Ford Mustangs powered by the 5.0L V8 and backed by the new 6-speed manual transmission – a problem that could result in a recall of the new Mustang should a defect be discovered by the Federal agency.

By Frank Sherosky Aug 8 2011 - 9:41am

Dow Jones US Autos and Parts plunges lower with general market

As the only entity even close to an automotive index, the weekly chart of the Dow Jones US Autos and Parts ($DWCAUP) plummeted on the open today with a lower low due to the U.S. bond rating drop late Friday.

By Frank Sherosky Aug 7 2011 - 9:53pm

2011 Gratiot Cruise revs up the summer

The 2011 Gratiot Cruise in Clinton Township, Michigan was completed today with fantastic weather, plenty of cars, hot rods, revving engines and a few burnouts.

By Frank Sherosky Aug 7 2011 - 7:43pm

2011 Gratiot Cruise features community service organizations

The 2011 Gratiot Cruise in Clinton Township, Michigan was home to more than cars, hot rods and burnouts. Local organizations that support the community were present today to raise awareness of the many public services they provide.

By Hawke Fracassa Aug 7 2011 - 3:39pm

President Obama seeks opportunities to help Detroit Three

President Obama will travel Thursday to Holland, Mich., near Grand Rapids to tour the Johnson Controls Inc. advanced battery facility.

By Don Bain Aug 6 2011 - 5:12pm

A mountain drive in the pre-production Toyota Prius V

Recently we drove the 2012 Toyota Prius V through the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains.

By Hawke Fracassa Aug 6 2011 - 12:22am

New premium oils available for Mercedes cars

Liqui Moly, a German oil company, has introduced two premium motor oils, including one specifically for Mercedes automobiles. They are Top Tec ATF 1200 and Top Tec ATF 1600.

By Hawke Fracassa Aug 5 2011 - 8:09pm

Lexus promises fresh look with GS 350 unveil

Lexus plans to introduce its all-new GS 350 mid-size luxury sport sedan Aug. 18 in California, in conjunction with the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance.

By Hawke Fracassa Aug 5 2011 - 5:36pm

Ethanol production thrives in America

Production of the alternative vehicle fuel ethanol averaged 878,000 barrels per day last week in America – or 36.9 million gallons daily. That's up 4,000 barrels per day from the week before, says a Renewable Futures Association report issued today.

By Don Bain Aug 5 2011 - 5:02pm

Audi to reveal racing impressions of the 2012 R8 GT

As most of the cable channels concerned with the real world focus on big bad sharks and cute little cupcakes, Audi serves up a week of YouTube releases deemed R8 GT Week. The videos will feature the sugar sweet 2012 supercar taking a bite out of Infineon Raceway at the hands of professional race driver Emanuele Pirro.

By Patrick Rall Aug 5 2011 - 4:10pm

Saab pays the workers, avoids bankruptcy for now

Saab and parent company Swedish Automobile once again avoided bankruptcy proceedings by paying the white collar workers whose salaries were delayed last month by the troubled automaker.

By Hawke Fracassa Aug 5 2011 - 3:34pm

Tesla and Toyota team to build 2012 RAV4 EV

Tesla Motors and Toyota will build the 2012 RAV4 electric vehicle in Canada, the companies announced this afternoon. Specifically, their jointly developed RAV4 will get most of its important mechanical parts from Tesla but will be assembled by Toyota at a plant in Woodstock, Ontario, beginning next year.

By Patrick Rall Aug 5 2011 - 12:15pm

Honda recalls almost 2.5 million globally for transmission failures

Honda has announced that they will be recalling almost 2.5 million vehicles in markets around the world for a reflash of the automatic transmission control module that could help prevent transmission failure in certain situations, with the bulk of these vehicles being found in the United States.

By Patrick Rall Aug 5 2011 - 11:19am

GM confirms the Cadillac XTS and ATS for 2012

The automotive world has known for some time now that General Motors is planning on rolling out two all new Cadillac sedans and yesterday while speaking at the 2011 Center for Automotive Research's Management Briefing Seminars, GM’s North American President Mark Reuss confirmed that 2012 will bring about the new Cadillac XTS and Cadillac ATS.

By Frank Sherosky Aug 5 2011 - 9:55am

CAR MBS 2011 reveals auto industry still uncertain on next IC Engine choices

As the Center for Automotive’s Management Briefing Seminar for 2011 is now officially closed, few analysts will peer into the words that were not said as much as what was stated. One area is the Advanced Powertrains, and the uncertainty of auto management teams to choose a best technical direction when it comes to the IC engine.

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