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 Jun 2 2011 - 4:26pm

Chrysler leads the Big 3 in May 2011 growth

May 2011 was not a month of great sales as nearly every major automotive group showed a decline compared to May of 2010 but the Chrysler Group was among those showing growth – making them the only American manufacturer to show positive growth in May.

By Hawke Fracassa Jun 2 2011 - 3:43pm

Enthusiasts can't stop looking at the stylish MINI Countryman

Potential buyers can't keep their eyes off of the 2011 MINI Countryman, which was chosen Thursday as NADAguides' Car of the Month for June. The vehicle pricing and information guide chose the Countryman because of its growing popularity with the public as well as for its fuel efficiency, sportiness, roominess, bucket-seat styling and safety features.

By Patrick Rall Jun 2 2011 - 3:26pm

Ford announces new 1.0L 3-cylinder engine and 8-speed transmission

Ford Motor Company has made it very clear that EcoBoost technology is a major part of their drivetrain future and today, the newest member of the EcoBoost family was announced with the news that Ford would soon offer a global 1.0L, 3-cylinder engine along with an 8-speed transmission.

By Patrick Rall Jun 2 2011 - 1:16pm

Camaro leads in May 2011 as segment sales slow

The numbers from the major players in the rear wheel drive performance segment and even though numbers are down across the board, for the fifth straight month the Chevrolet Camaro has posted a comfortable lead in the segment over the Ford Mustang, the Dodge Challenger and the Nissan 370Z.

By Patrick Rall Jun 2 2011 - 12:06pm

The Nissan Leaf easily outsells the Chevy Volt in May 2011

Sales figures from around the industry are trickling in and it looks as though the 2011 Nissan Leaf has outsold the 2011 Chevrolet Volt as the battle of the electric vehicles rages on.

By Steve Auffinger Jun 2 2011 - 12:02pm

Taxpayers to Lose $14B in Auto Bailout Funds

The Obama Administration reported Chrysler has repaid all of its loans, and General Motors has paid back approximately half.

By Patrick Rall Jun 2 2011 - 11:22am

The 2014 Chevrolet Impala will be bigger, more upscale

General Motors has big plans for the next Chevrolet Impala – including a new engine, new home and evidently, a new platform that will offer more room accompanied by a more upscale feel as Chevrolet works to put some distance in the lineup between the Impala and the (barely) smaller Malibu.

By Keith Griffin Jun 2 2011 - 11:14am

Ford Fusion Selected as Best Used Car by WheelsTV, NEMPA

A jury comprised of members of the New England Motor Press Association (NEMPA) and staff from WheelsTV.net has selected the 2006-2009 Ford Fusion as the best used car on the market.

By Hawke Fracassa Jun 2 2011 - 9:08am

Obama wants to see auto industry resurgence for himself

President Obama will be in Toledo for about five hours on Friday to meet auto workers and to talk about the importance of keeping the auto industry strong. His itinerary includes a 1:05 p.m. tour of the Chrysler Group LLC’s Toledo Supplier Park and an opportunity to talk with the people who assemble the Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Liberty and Dodge Nitro.

By Frank Sherosky Jun 1 2011 - 11:39pm

Auto sector stocks follow Dow Jones in major market sell-off

A chart of the Dow Jones US Autos and Parts ($DWCAUP) shows major segments of the auto stock sector following the general market’s downward direction today; in this case, just 37 points from its 200 day moving average.

By Don Bain Jun 1 2011 - 6:54pm

The New Fuel Paradigm: Making ethanol from garbage

It would seem our search for new and sustainable sources of fuel is paying off in more ways than we’d ever thought possible. Enerkem, A Montreal-based company is getting set to produce up to 1.3 million gallons of ethanol from recycled phone poles and garbage over the next year.

By Steve Auffinger Jun 1 2011 - 4:28pm

Volkswagen Tiguan May Be Built in Tennessee

German businesses magazine WirtschaftsWoche has reported that Volkswagen will soon be making a decision to produce the Tiguan in North America.

By Don Bain Jun 1 2011 - 3:24pm

Georgia Power website helps EV buyers get ready

As more choices of electric vehicles hit dealer showrooms in Georgia this fall, the potential buyers of those cars will have already contacted their local power provider via a website and know what kind of charger they need and roughly how much it will cost to drive. The answer may surprise you.

By Hawke Fracassa Jun 1 2011 - 2:09pm

Tacoma, Scion tC bright spots in Toyota May sales results

Toyota sold 108,387 vehicles in May, a 27.9% decline over year-ago numbers, the Japanese carmaker reported Wednesday. One bright spot: The Tacoma pickup truck (pictured) beat the trend and posted sales of 9,091 units, up 14.1 percent compared to last May.

By Patrick Rall Jun 1 2011 - 12:37pm

NHTSA investigating Jeep Wrangler for airbag risks

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched an investigation into problems with the Jeep Wrangler that could cause the driver’s side airbag not to open in the event of a collision.

By Don Bain Jun 1 2011 - 12:06pm

The 2013 EV will recharge wirelessly thanks to Evatran, Yazaki

We reported two months ago the first electric Roll Royce would charge wirelessly. Now it appears, even before the first of those is available, the common electric vehicle may do the same thing thanks to a joint venture announced today by the developer of the wireless vehicle recharging system Evatran, and Yazaki, the leading developer of electric vehicle distribution systems.

By Patrick Rall Jun 1 2011 - 11:36am

The US gov’t announces the 2012 Lamborghini Aventador Roadster

Since the new Lamborghini Aventador was revealed as the replacement for the long-popular Murciélago there have been rumors of an upcoming topless model but thanks to an unlikely source – the US government’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) – it looks like we may have our first confirmation of the upcoming 2012 Lamborghini Aventador Roadster.

By Patrick Rall Jun 1 2011 - 10:22am

Honda Canada hacked, owner information compromised

According to multiple sources, cyber criminals have hacked into the Honda Canada customer database, giving the hackers access to the personal information of over 283,000 Canadian Honda owners.

By Hawke Fracassa Jun 1 2011 - 10:08am

Autogas seen as green, pro-American fuel; Congress weighs spiffs

ROUSH CleanTech, which has deployed propane autogas vehicles across the United States in Alabama, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas, is praising legislators who support the pending 2011 Propane Gas Act in Congress.

By Hawke Fracassa Jun 1 2011 - 9:10am

Celebrate Andy Warhol and classic Cadillacs, Jersey style

The Cadillac Club of North Jersey and Montclair Art Museum are inviting fans of Andy Warhol and fine Cadillacs to stop by the weekend of June 11-12 to take a look at his works as well as a stylish collection of classic Caddys from various eras that will dot the museum's grounds.

By Patrick Rall Jun 1 2011 - 8:58am

Toyota Camry accelerates through the front of a Detroit area Lotus dealership

Just when Toyota’s problems centering around “unintended acceleration” seemed to be fading, a Birmingham, Michigan car dealership specializing in European exotics had a late model Toyota Camry slam through their front windows – damaging a limited edition Lotus and doing extensive damage to the business.

By Frank Sherosky Jun 1 2011 - 8:49am

GM rearranging Global Leadership Team with Nesbitt appointment

Unlike the pre-bankruptcy days, General Motors (NYSE: GM) must be careful not to rearrange the corporate deck chairs just for the sake of rearranging. Any change has to be cognizant of global markets; and Bryan Nesbitt has the confidence of GM’s management.

By Keith Griffin Jun 1 2011 - 6:32am

Toyota Recalls 52,000 Original Prius Models for Steering Fix

Don't turn the steering wheel too hard if you own a 2001 through 2003 Toyota Prius because you could loosen the nuts in the steering gear box according to a volunteer safety recall announced for the first hybrids to hit the United States.

By Hawke Fracassa May 31 2011 - 11:13pm

Michigan, Ohio demand 60 mpg standards

Michigan and Ohio voters in two new Mellman Group polls for Ceres say they'd like their vehicles to give them 60 mpg as early as 2025. They also want major inroads made to dramatically cut carbon-dioxide pollution from cars and trucks.

By Don Bain May 31 2011 - 10:17pm

The Big 3 readying for an auto builder’s blitz

As the Big Three’s market share improves as a result of the popularity of new models, and Japanese imports are impacted by the national disaster there, Detroit has rehired many workers laid off during the recent downturn. Further they are preparing for a massive hiring blitz – but something has changed significantly for these new hires – their rate of compensation.

By Patrick Rall May 31 2011 - 6:49pm

Canadian government may sell remaining stake to Fiat

As a result of the “bailout loans” of 2008 and a variety of previous dealings, the Canadian government was left with a 1.7% stake in the Chrysler Group after the Fiat-run Chrysler paid off the balance of those loans but depending on how much Fiat pays for the last chunk of Chrysler owned by the US government, the Canadian government may be willing to sell their final 1.7% to Fiat.

By Patrick Rall May 31 2011 - 6:27pm

NHTSA investigating Nissan Altima for brake fluid leaks

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched an investigation into select Nissan Altima sedans over concerns that a master cylinder leak could be causing brake failure issues.

By Don Bain May 31 2011 - 5:50pm

Las Vegas ponders purpose of recession-idled car lots

Cars sales are up this year but not enough to refill all the empty auto sales lots in Las Vegas, one of the cities hardest hit by the recession of 2008. The number of dealerships in Nevada is down to 96, with 65 remaining in the city. Over 20 dealers have closed their doors in the Las Vegas Valley alone.

By Hawke Fracassa May 31 2011 - 5:21pm

Ziebart International expands rust-protection line

Ziebart on Tuesday released an exclusive rust-protection formula for garage tools and other uses that was previously only available on cars and trucks at Ziebart locations. Now the formula can be bought through its Ziebart.com Web site for various do-it-yourself uses in the U.S. market.

By Patrick Rall May 31 2011 - 5:13pm

General Motors responds to Nissan “Gas Powered Everything” television ad

Earlier today, TorqueNews brought you a look at the new Nissan Lead television advertisement that envisions a world where everything relies on a gasoline engine with the commercial going so far as to include the 2011 Chevrolet Volt and in reply to the playful commercial shot in the ribs, General Motors employees have offered a few choice comments.

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