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 Roman Rosa Jun 22 2011 - 2:39pm

Funny Video: Drag racer loses something important at 200mph

When you go racing, you need everything to be perfect. You need to have the proper amount fuel, the correct number of wheels and even a device to steer whatever contraption you're attempting to race. In fact, many race teams take untold hours to make sure no bolt is left un-torqued and no tire is left uninflated.

By Frank Sherosky Jun 22 2011 - 2:23pm

Ford expanding intelligent vehicles with Driver Safe technologies

Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is rapidly expanding its use of SYNC® technology in a commitment toward intelligent vehicles that can wirelessly talk to each other.

By Patrick Rall Jun 22 2011 - 12:52pm

Ford, Tesla honored at the 2011 American Business Awards

Monday night, the 2011 American Business Awards were handed out at a gala event at New York’s Marriott Marquis Hotel with Ford Motor Company and electric car company Tesla taking home awards in a variety of categories.

By Patrick Rall Jun 22 2011 - 12:09pm

Ford Ranger production to end on December 22, 2011

Ford Ranger enthusiasts and workers at the Ford Twin Cities Assembly Plant got some bad news via a UAW letter as it has been announced that production of the Ford Ranger will come to an end on December 22, 2011 – ending the 28 year run of the popular compact pickup.

By Gordon Block Jun 22 2011 - 11:57am

Buick LaCrosse to get higher-horsepower V6 for 2012

The Buick LaCrosse midsize luxury sedan will get a revised 303hp direct-injected V6 for the 2012 model year, with no fuel mileage penalty.

By Frank Sherosky Jun 22 2011 - 11:49am

Ford and Maritz Research studies concur - fuel economy is key to new vehicle purchases decisions

If the industry truly believes the Ford and Maritz Research studies that fuel economy is truly key to vehicle purchase decisions, then why does the auto industry still dole out its engine technologies in measure, especially with the 2016 government mandates hanging over their heads?

By Gordon Block Jun 22 2011 - 11:19am

Ford expanding inflatable rear seatbelt availability to Flex and Lincoln vehicles

Ford's inflatable rear seatbelts, which first appeared on the 2011 Explorer, will be offered as optional equipment on the Flex and Lincoln vehicles in the summer of 2012.

By Patrick Rall Jun 22 2011 - 11:13am

Nissan developing new FWD hybrid tech for next Altima

Last week we reported that when the 2012 Nissan Altima arrives, the slow-selling hybrid trimline will not be available but reports out of Japan suggest that Nissan is working on a new Altima hybrid using similar technology to what the company uses on the current Infiniti M35h.

By Frank Sherosky Jun 22 2011 - 10:14am

Ford to feature bolder fonts inside vehicles to help drivers of every age

First it was voice recognition to help drivers; now Ford Motor company (NYSE: F) will feature wider, bolder fonts within vehicle controls and interface screens for easier legibility.

By Frank Sherosky Jun 22 2011 - 10:02am

Ford SYNC leading race to integrate smartphone apps into cars

The award-winning Ford SYNC® AppLink™ software program, the free software program that gives SYNC users voice control of apps stored on their smartphone, is migrating to a new group of 2012 Ford vehicles.

By Frank Sherosky Jun 22 2011 - 9:47am

Ford advances in-car voice interactions with Nuance (Nasdaq: NUAN) collaboration

Voice recognition is now being made easier and more intuitive for drivers to successfully use Ford Synch®, as the voice system now understands more than 10,000 first-level commands, up from 100 with first generation SYNC system; all thanks to the collaborative efforts with Nuance Communications (Nasdaq: NUAN).

By Don Bain Jun 21 2011 - 11:51pm

RMDE IV: Climbing Mt. Evans on Day 2

The second day of the Rocky Mountain Driving Experience found us in the lap of luxury, comfort and ease of handling provided by the heavenly ambience of the 2011 Jaguar XJL. We had the pleasure of driving the reps for Jaguar and Range Rover, namely Ree Hartwell, Tom Collins, and Kim Daniel to the Evergreen parking area in Colorado’s foothills.

By Don Bain Jun 21 2011 - 11:33pm

RMDE III: Riding, driving the High Plains on Day 1

A significant aspect of the Rocky Mountain Driving Experience held June 15-16 is the opportunity to drive the latest models from numerous manufacturers on the open highways of Colorado’s high plains as well as venturing up the highest paved road in North America, often in the company of a brand representatives. This adds a real world component to the significant if less common experience provided by the off-road and track aspects of the two-day event.

By Gordon Block Jun 21 2011 - 4:26pm

Chrysler starting to build better cars according to Consumer Reports

Chrysler's redesign of the Dodge Durango SUV and Charger sedan earn "most improved" awards from Consumer Reports, but other updated models are still not up to snuff.

By Roman Rosa Jun 21 2011 - 3:47pm

Suzuki fails to impress with its new 2012 V-Strom

The Suzuki V-Strom 650 is the "poor" mans adventure bike. Much in the same way a Cessna is a "poor" mans personal aircraft. The little V-Strom does have some glaring strengths and no weaknesses, save one: It's boring. When Suzuki announced that a new one was going to be shown off, everyone got excited. All they had to do was fix the boring aspect of the bike, that's it! So did Suzuki fix it? Nope!

By Hawke Fracassa Jun 21 2011 - 2:42pm

Ford vans keep autogas movement on the march

Heritage Propane has added a ROUSH CleanTech propane autogas Ford E-Series passenger van to its fleet, to show corporate decision-makers why they should invest in America for the betterment of America.

By Patrick Rall Jun 21 2011 - 2:17pm

Mini announces 2012 pricing, including the new Cooper Coupe

Just yesterday Mini dropped the curtain on the 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe and today, the company has offered pricing for the entire 2012 model year lineup.

By Patrick Rall Jun 21 2011 - 11:42am

Saab asks creditors to accept 10% now, 90% in September

Saab production at their Trollhattan facility is halted as the automaker works out their non-payment issues with suppliers and Saab’s newest solution is asking their creditors to accept 10% of what is owed to them right now and the rest of the debt will be paid in September.

By Hawke Fracassa Jun 21 2011 - 11:30am

Honda slogan promises 'Blue Skies for Our Children'

Honda, in positioning itself as an environmentally friendly car company, has created a slogan to reflect its commitment to building a safer world for future generations of boys and girls: "Blue Skies for Our Children."

By Patrick Rall Jun 20 2011 - 7:51pm

BMW officially unveils the 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe

We’ve seen spyshots; we’ve heard rumors but now it is all official as today, BMW lifted the curtain on the 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe as they have offered up a huge spread of images and all of the important details on the new Mini model.

By Hawke Fracassa Jun 20 2011 - 6:45pm

Drivers can use Web to order plates, tabs during holiday

Michiganians whose driver licenses, plates and tabs expire the weekend of July 4 can renew or get them the following day without penalty or can use the Internet to get their business done, Secretary of State Ruth Johnson said Monday.

By Patrick Rall Jun 20 2011 - 6:05pm

Saab production still halted due to supplier issues

Saab and their parent company Swedish Automobile (formerly Spyker Cars) announced today that their plant in Trollhattan will continue to be shuttered due to problems with a long list of suppliers for at least two more weeks.

By Gordon Block Jun 20 2011 - 4:33pm

Nissan and Mitsubishi officially name their minicar joint venture

Nissan and Mitsubishi, which signed a joint-venture agreement in December, have named the new company NMKV Co., Ltd.

By Hawke Fracassa Jun 20 2011 - 3:08pm

At Ford quality is Job One and latest awards prove it

Quality at Ford Motor Co. has long been Job One, and this week the car company founded by the great Henry Ford has been recognized twice for its continuous commitment to doing things right the first time.

By Patrick Rall Jun 20 2011 - 12:16pm

GM builds the 5 millionth Chevrolet Camaro

The 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is the bestselling model in its class, outselling the Mustang and Challenger every month this year and this success has helped the bowtie-clad muscle car see its 5 millionth production unit roll off of the assembly line at the Oshawa Ontario production facility.

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By John Matras Jun 20 2011 - 10:59am

Give blood at New Jersey Motorsports Park, get free race tickets

Blood at a race track is usually not a good thing, but it will mean free tickets to the July 22-24 “New Jersey 250 Presented by American Red Cross” GRAND-AM Rolex Sports Car Series event weekend at New Jersey Motorsports Park.

By Patrick Rall Jun 20 2011 - 10:47am

The 2012 Ford Focus paces NASCAR’s Heluva Good 400

This past weekend, NASCAR’s Sprint Cup Series took to banks of Michigan International Speedway for the Heluva Good Sour Cream Dips 400 and when they did, the 2012 Ford Focus served as the official pace car with Ford’s Mark Fields at the helm as the celebrity pace car driver.

By Frank Sherosky Jun 19 2011 - 8:33pm

24th Annual EyesOn Design shows auto design’s past, present and future at Edsel and Eleanor Ford House

Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan on Lake St. Clair on Father’s Day 2011 was the place to be if you wanted to experience the evolution of an automobile’s design. For certain, the 24th EyesOn Design (EOD), Automotive Design Exhibition, a benefit for the Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology is not your average car show.

By Hawke Fracassa Jun 19 2011 - 6:47pm

Lexus expects buyers to love new LS 460 Touring

Lexus, the luxury division of Toyota, set a price Sunday for the exclusive rear-wheel drive 2011 LS 460 Touring Edition.

By Hawke Fracassa Jun 19 2011 - 4:00pm

Cali goes green with home grown autogas

Roadrunner Shuttle & Limousine Service, an award-winning ground transportation company based in Ventura County, Calif., that is committed to going green, is the first of its kind in its county serving LAX airport to use propane autogas as its chief alternative fuel.

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