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Overland announces the VW T5 Transporter DoubleBack ultimate camper van

Based on Volkswagen’s T5 Transporter, the DoubleBack is a camper van modified by Overland Motorhomes Ltd. into a pop-up, electrically extendable camper perfect for young couples or small families who hear the call of the wild, but want to take their campsite with them.
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By: Don Bain

Toyota Yaris Hybrid Pushing Affordable Hybrid Performance

The Toyota Yaris is about to embrace a hybrid platform with the furthering of the company’s pledge to reduce the size and weight of its Hybrid Synergy Drive system. Is the car aiming to seduce the US?
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By: Nicolas Zart

Why Ford has added Jon Hunstman to its Board of Directors

The addition of the former presidential candidate gives Ford an obvious leg up in Asia, especially China, for its global sales as the former governor and ambassador joins Ford's ranks.
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By: Aaron Turpen

All-new 2013 GMC Acadia features a surprising new safety feature

With its "Professional-Grade Engineering" motto in mind, GMC has just unveiled its redesigned 2013 Acadia at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show
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By: Anthony Faccenda

2012 Chevy Sonic endures extreme road testing by tough quality engineer

Many words describe the desired traits of automobiles, but reliability and durability can only be observed via long road trips; and the 2012 Chevy Sonic is meeting expectations by first enduring the tough miles of Quality Manager, Seth Valentine.
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By: Frank Sherosky

Chevrolet Cruze Station Wagon to debut in Geneva

General Motors announced this morning that when the Geneva Motor Show opens next month, one of their key attractions for the Swiss show goers will be the new Chevrolet Cruze Station Wagon – but this roomy Cruze might not ever show up in American dealerships.
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By: Patrick Rall

Possible Ford Nürburgring GT500 test mule spied

General Motors made big news in October when their new Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 ripped off a lap time of 7:41.27 around the famous German Nürburgring race course but based on this image sent in by one of the TorqueNews readers, Ford Motor Company may be looking to put the Mustang on the list of the quickest lap times around the ‘Ring with the Shelby GT500.
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By: Patrick Rall

Toyota announces price of the amazing 2012 Prius c

The Toyota Prius c is the most compact and fuel efficient Prius yet, at 55 miles/gallon fuel efficiency it has the highest MPG rating of cars you cannot plug in, and at a $18,950 base price it is even more affordable.
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By: David Herron

Toyota to boost Highlander production at Indiana Plant next year

Toyota announced plans today, pursuant to a $400 million investment and the cessation of Japanese fabrication during next year, to boost output of the Highlander, including hybrid and export models, at the Toyota Motors Manufacturing Indiana (TMMI) plant by another 50,000 units annually.
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By: Don Bain

Mercedes-Benz debuts new active seat belt, a breakthrough in safety technology

Mercedes-Benz's new active seat belt technology aims to increase both safety and comfort for rear passengers.
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By: Anthony Faccenda