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 Apr 28 2011 - 12:27pm

The Big 3 passes on the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show

We reported in February that both Chrysler and General Motors had decided not to make an appearance at the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show and with the final lineup announced for the big Japanese show, Ford Motor Company will also not be in attendance.

By Frank Sherosky Apr 28 2011 - 11:39am

Buick declared one of fastest-growing passenger car brands in China

Shanghai GM announced that sales of Buick products have surpassed 3 million units since the joint venture began offering its original vehicle brand in 1999.

By Patrick Rall Apr 28 2011 - 10:46am

Part two of the 2011 Cadillac SRX Turbo AWD Premium review

The 2011 Cadillac SRX Turbo AWD Premium package includes pretty much everything that you could possibly want including the monstrous dual panel sunroof and monitors in the rear of the seatbacks.

By Patrick Rall Apr 28 2011 - 10:24am

Chrysler announces bailout loan repayment plans

The key roadblock preventing Fiat SpA from possessing their desired 51% of the Chrysler Group is the amount of debt owed to the US and Canadian governments but the American automaker announced this morning that they will be paying off the entirety of these loans – freeing up Fiat to make the final moves to have their majority stake in the Chrysler Group.

By Frank Sherosky Apr 28 2011 - 9:43am

GM new engine plant in Brazil to supply two assembly pants

GM do Brasil on Monday laid the foundation stone for a new engine plant in Joinville in south Brazil that will make engine components beginning in 2012.

By Patrick Rall Apr 28 2011 - 9:02am

Zagato honors Alfa Romeo with the Viper ACR based TZ3 Stradale

In 2010, Alfa Romeo celebrated their 100th anniversary and to commemorate the centennial, Italian coachbuilder Zagato has announced the TZ3 Stradale – a limited edition supercar based on the record-setting Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR.

By John Matras Apr 28 2011 - 8:47am

Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4.0: Giant with the largest engine ever in a Porsche 911

The Porsche 911 has always been known as a giant killer, extracting a huge amount of power from a small displacement engine, but is some is good, more is better. At least that is what's behind--literally--the largest engine ever in a Porsche 911, the 911 GT3 RS 4.0 limited edition.

By Keith Griffin Apr 28 2011 - 7:44am

One Lap of America Begins Saturday at Tire Rack

The Tire Rack.com One Lap of America kicks off this Saturday in South Bend, Indiana, at the tire company's wet skid pad. It then travels 3500 miles in seven days before returning to Tire Rack's dry skid pad.

By Keith Griffin Apr 27 2011 - 10:32pm

African Americans Prefer Toyota Over Other Brands

Polk, a provider of automotive information, has determined that Toyota was the most popular brand among African American new car buyers in 2010. Ford, Chevrolet and Honda were all practically locked in a statistical tie for second place.

By Don Bain Apr 27 2011 - 8:43pm

Designer Calvin Klein’s Porsche 911 for sale on eBay

You’d think if you could afford to purchase and provide tender loving care to a 1985 Porsche 911, you be happy just to find one in fair condition. But what if you found one, not only in excellent shape, but previously owned by fashion king Calvin Klein with only 59,000 miles being auctioned at a current bid of $24,100?

By Don Bain Apr 27 2011 - 6:50pm

Ford: Teens see right through parental safe driving claims

Almost all parents perceive themselves as safe drivers, but 82 percent of their teenage kids profess witnessing careless driving by parents. Ford is expanding their award-winning teen driving program in response to the 25 percent of teens with no formal driver education and the concerns of parents who see such education evaporating due to budget cuts.

By Don Bain Apr 27 2011 - 3:09pm

Report: Americans ready for electric cars with normal auto range

It seems U.S. consumers are changing their minds about electric cars as analysis of a Nielsen Energy Survey conducted by Boulder CO based E Source reports 85 percent claim they will buy an electric car either right away, when their current car needs replacing or when the technology becomes mainstream.

By Cheryl Phillips Apr 27 2011 - 2:56pm

BMW 5 Series, Citroen DS3 tie for 2011 Women's World Car of the Year Award

Women around the world have become very influential in the decision making process of purchasing an automobile. The newly released 2011 Women’s World Car of the Year Award winners list will certainly play a part in that decision for women who are in the market for a new car.

By John Matras Apr 27 2011 - 2:45pm

Wheego LiFe on the market as a 100-percent battery-electric vehicle

The improbably named Wheego LiFe is in the hands of its first owners, the 100-percent battery-electric highway-certified two-seat coupe delivered Asma and Kevin Henry, residents of the Virginia Highland neighborhood in Atlanta, on Earth Day.

By Patrick Rall Apr 27 2011 - 1:14pm

TorqueNews review of the 2011 Cadillac SRX Turbo AWD Premium - part 1

In the early days of the sport utility vehicle, the companies who built them focused so much on utility that there was never any suggestion of luxury but even those with the means to purchase a high end vehicle can desire the roominess and capability of a SUV – enter the 2011 Cadillac SRX Turbo AWD Premium.

By Keith Griffin Apr 27 2011 - 12:18pm

Audi A8 Continues To Shine in Its 3rd Generation as a Standout Luxury Sedan

The 2011 Audi A8, now in its third generation, continues to be a standout luxury sedan in a field crowded with competition from BMW, Mercedes, Lexus, and to a minor extent, even Hyundai with its Equus.

By John Matras Apr 27 2011 - 12:06pm

Team Lotus buys Caterham, Group Lotus doesn't, Caterham Seven gets new old colors

Things have come full circle at Lotus, it would seem, as Lotus buys Caterham Cars, the builder of the Caterham Seven. Except that the Lotus that bought Caterham isn't the Lotus that sold Caterham the rights to build the Lotus Seven, though only with the Caterham badge.

By Patrick Rall Apr 27 2011 - 12:02pm

The 2012 Honda Civic configurator is live

The 2012 Honda Civic has received some minor upgrades from the 2011 models and if you have been waiting for your chance to price out a new Civic sedan or coupe, the time has come with the introduction of the 2012 Civic configurator on Honda’s website.

By Don Bain Apr 27 2011 - 11:50am

New bi-fuel system allows propane to burn in diesel engines

Icom North America, a pioneer in alternate fuel systems, is taking the economy and environmental benefits of a liquid-injection propane system to diesel-powered vehicles this year. The company's new JTG-Dynamic System, revealed at a recent National Propane Gas Association convention in Atlanta, enables vehicles to run on either diesel fuel or a 50/50 mixture of liquid-injected propane and diesel fuel.

By Frank Sherosky Apr 27 2011 - 9:25am

eAssist technology extends Malibu ECO driving range to 550 miles

With the debut of the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu in New York and Shanghai auto shows, General Motors not only continues to leverage its Global Epsilon D-segment architecture, but its eAssist™ technology as well. This option extends the driving range of the Chevy Malibu ECO to 550 miles.

By Don Bain Apr 26 2011 - 11:07pm

Pirates now eyeing your catalytic converter

Catalytic converters use platinum as a catalyst and though there’s not a lot in one, it’s enough to attract those scurvy urban pirates now that the precious metal can fetch up to $1,800 an ounce. Police in Massachusetts are setting up surveillance operations to catch the stealthy saw-toting blackguards.

By Cheryl Phillips Apr 26 2011 - 3:43pm

GM offers expanded military discount in May

May is National Military Appreciation Month and GM is expanding their military discount program to include spouses of Active and Reserve members, as well as retirees of the US Air Force, Army, Navy, Marines, National Guard and Coast Guard.

By Patrick Rall Apr 26 2011 - 3:35pm

Toyota recalls 51,000 Tundra pickups for driveshaft failure risks

Toyota Motor Co. today announced a voluntary recall of 2011 Toyota Tundra pickups over a concern of the driveshaft breaking after a single private owner experienced this problem.

By Patrick Rall Apr 26 2011 - 2:15pm

The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu unveiled at the NYIAS

The 2011 New York International Auto Show is in full swing and this has proven to be a great year for the Big Apple show thanks to vehicle debuts like that of the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.

By Don Bain Apr 26 2011 - 1:25pm

Hybrid, clean-diesel sales surge in March

According to auto analysis firm Baum and Associates, high gas prices and a recovering economy led to a 46 percent increase in hybrid and clean diesel sales in March 2011 compared to March 2010, a jump about three times higher than the increase in the overall auto market.

By Patrick Rall Apr 26 2011 - 12:57pm

Chrysler Group sells Global Electric Motors to Polaris Industries

The Chrysler Group announced today that they come to terms to sell the Global Electric Motors (GEM) brand and the majority of the assets related to the GEM brand to Polaris Industries.

By Patrick Rall Apr 26 2011 - 12:11pm

New 2011 Nissan Leaf to race at Pikes Peak

When the 89th Pikes Peak International Hill Climb kicks off on June 26, a factory-stock 2011 Nissan Leaf electric vehicle will be among the competitors in the All Electric division racing up the fabled mountain course in Colorado.

By Patrick Rall Apr 26 2011 - 11:29am

Jeep Liberty faces rust problems – for the fourth time

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened an investigation of the Jeep Liberty over rust-related suspension issues; marking the fourth time the compact Jeep has faced a possible recall of this type since 2003.

By John Matras Apr 26 2011 - 11:19am

Chevrolet Volt, Nissan Leaf get top crash safety ratings from insurance safety group

Makers of electric and hybrid cars would have told you so, but now the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety agree by awarding the Chevrolet Volt and Nissan Leaf the safety organization's top rating in crash tests.

By Frank Sherosky Apr 26 2011 - 9:43am

Ford stock follows pre-market trading upward after Q1 report

Ford stock (NYSE: F) traded up in pre-market trading after it reported net income above Wall Street’s expectations for the first quarter. The hope for investors is for that trend to continue after the opening bell.

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