Automotive News (Page 1121)

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.

Salvagers still looking for car that sank with the Titanic

By Denis Flierl on April 13, 2012 - 12:19PM

Tomorrow marks the 100th anniversary of the famous sinking of the Titanic which hit an ice berg and sank with a car that salvagers would love to find

Update: GM lab explosion didn’t involve Chevy Volt battery

By Patrick Rall on April 13, 2012 - 11:55AM

This past Wednesday morning there was an explosion at General Motors’ Warren Technical Center that was originally blamed in part on the battery system in the Chevrolet Volt but more information has become available – highlighting the facts that this wasn’t a production battery, the battery itself didn’t explode and all of the GM employees involved are safe and sound.

Chevrolet Avalanche Ceases Production - Gets Deadly Trim Name

By Keith Griffin on April 13, 2012 - 9:42AM

Friday the 13th has proven unlucky for the Chevrolet Avalanche, which ceases production and gets saddled with a morbid trim name.

Study: Fatal car crashes increase on tax day

By Denis Flierl on April 13, 2012 - 8:42AM

A recent study found that fatal auto accidents increase on tax day due to the added stress of filing tax returns.

The fastest-selling car in America is relatively new to the market

By Aaron Turpen on April 13, 2012 - 4:23AM

New to the market, cheap, very fuel efficient, and has received a lot of press attention since its debut. All adding up to it's being the one car in the U.S. that is driving off the lot as fast as dealers can get them there.

Toyota to debut the FR-S Speedster at Long Beach Gran Prix

By Don Bain on April 13, 2012 - 12:17AM

Toyota Racing will roll out a custom-built, thoroughbred Scion FR-S Speedster as sheer eye-candy April 13 during the 38th annual Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach

Chevy paraphernalia collector vies for Guinness World Record

By Frank Sherosky on April 12, 2012 - 7:54PM

Think 40 years of collecting items like Corvette miniature cars and you get a showcase of more than 2,000 items. Is it enough for the Guinness World Record? Charlie Mallon is hoping it is.

Ford looks to Dow for carbon fiber composites to meet CAFE Requirements

By Don Bain on April 12, 2012 - 7:01PM

In the effort to fulfill Federal mileage mandates, Ford is teaming up with the Dow Chemical Company to develop low-cost carbon fiber composites to be used in the component manufacturing process cutting 750 lbs from the weight of the next generation of autos.

Autocar design competition encourages students to be Original

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on April 12, 2012 - 6:29PM

Autocar, the well known British car magazine, is kicking of a competition for promising young automotive design students. The prize? A unforgettable internship with several of the top automaker's in the world!

The 1924 Chrysler Six from the Walter P. Chrysler Museum. Photo by Don Bain

Why you should visit the Walter P. Chrysler Boyhood Home and Museum

By Don Bain on April 12, 2012 - 4:12PM

Walter P. Chrysler built an empire in the automotive field with only a high school diploma, a burning desire to discover how things work and a childhood reputation as a master marble shooter who played for keeps.

First stop, Mrs. Riley's Publik House in High Bridge NJ

Men's Health 3000 mile electric car road trip takes electric driving a long distance

By David Herron on April 12, 2012 - 2:54PM

Setting out yesterday from the NY Auto Show, a team organized by Men's Health Magazine is driving across country in a Ford Focus Electric and expects to get to the Santa Monica Pier in LA within 10-12 days, setting a new record for the fastest cross country trip with an electric car.

Subaru shows off its vehicles with stunning new iPad apps for 2012

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on April 12, 2012 - 12:45PM

Subaru, the Japanese automaker, today has announced the release of whole new set of iPad apps for it's lineup of vehicles.

IBM, Honda and PG&E are teaming up to make a smart grid

IBM, Honda and Pacific Gas and Electric Company Team Up For A Smart Grid

By Nicolas Zart on April 12, 2012 - 12:32PM

According to an IBM press release, the company just announced it has teamed up with American Honda Motor Co., Inc. and Pacific Gas and Electric Company, PG&E in order to facilitate a new pilot project for a smarter communication means between electric vehicles, EVs and our power grid.

2012 Chevrolet Cruze ECO a bad investment

TrueCar Study Calls Chevrolet Cruze ECO a Bad Investment

By Keith Griffin on April 12, 2012 - 12:10PM

A new study shows some ECO packages little more than marketing gimmicks. Chief culprit is the 2012 Chevrolet Cruze ECO.

GM Goes to the Dogs at New York Auto Show

By Keith Griffin on April 12, 2012 - 10:37AM

It's a comment sentiment to say "GM is going to the dogs" in any number of ways (design, government loans, etc.) but not in the way you would least expect: serving them and their owners breakfast while letting them prance around the GM display at the New York International Auto Show.

GM recalling 50,000 Buick, GMC and Chevy SUVs

By Anthony Faccenda on April 12, 2012 - 10:17AM

The sizable recall is due to a possible windshield wiper defect.

What is the biggest threat to your child? The surprising answer

By John Goreham on April 12, 2012 - 8:12AM

Children still die unnecessarily in automobile accidents and IIHS and NHTSA are putting the spotlight on the problem

Are plans for a new Lexus supercar in the works?

By Denis Flierl on April 12, 2012 - 7:42AM

An anonymous source within Lexus, says plans for a one million dollar supercar are on the drawing board.

GT Academy driver to race at Monza against Valentino Rossi

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on April 11, 2012 - 7:34PM

Jann Mardenborough is starting his first full season as a professional race car driver this weekend at the temple of speed itself, Monza.

Nissan Leaf webchat answers questions on electric car fast charging and more

By David Herron on April 11, 2012 - 5:12PM

Nissan's Mark Perry conducted a webchat today answering questions about the Nissan LEAF, electric car fast charging standards, fast charging networks, Nissans low price CHADEMO station, and more.

Volkswagen announces recall of 2012 Routan and Passat models

By Anthony Faccenda on April 11, 2012 - 4:57PM

VW is recalling select Routan minivans for a wheel defect and certain Passat sedans over a potential fire risk.

Zipcar chooses customer favorite Honda as preferred vehicle manufacturer

By John Goreham on April 11, 2012 - 4:01PM

In a nod to its Zipster’s preferences, Zipcar has chosen Honda as its preferred vehicle manufacturer and will focus on alternative drive offerings.

Only 35% of hybrid car owners buy a second hybrid

By Aaron Turpen on April 11, 2012 - 2:27PM

A new Polk research study shows that only 35% of hybrid car owners return to the market to buy another hybrid. Are hybrids really that awful?

Hyundai to roll out 1,000 hydrogen cars this year

By Aaron Turpen on April 11, 2012 - 1:54PM

Hyundai promised production-level hydrogen fuel cell vehicles by 2013 and is keeping that promise, planning on rolling out the first thousand late this year.

Study shows cheating men choose Toyota, while unfaithful women prefer Honda

By Anthony Faccenda on April 11, 2012 - 1:12PM

Does your vehicle choice have anything to do with your likelihood to be unfaithful?

The 2013 Ford Focus ST to make Auto China debut

By Patrick Rall on April 11, 2012 - 1:00PM

The 2013 Ford Focus ST is slated as Ford Motor Company’s first fully global performance vehicle and as the reach of the new Focus ST spreads around the world – the upcoming 2012 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition will introduce the Chinese market to this sporty new hatchback.

Major explosion in GM battery lab injures at least one - UPDATED

By Patrick Rall on April 11, 2012 - 11:39AM

This morning around 9am, an explosion in a high security battery lab 2-7 in the Alternative Energy Center of the General Motors Technical Center in Warren Michigan forced an emergency evacuation while sending at least one person to the hospital in a state that some have referred to as “critically” injured”.

The new 2013 Mercedes-Benz G class delivers exactly what its buyers demand

By John Goreham on April 11, 2012 - 8:49AM

New for 2013, the Mercedes-Benz G wagon keeps the tradition alive while adding more interior luxury and many urban safety features

The Avengers to feature new Acura NSX Roadster

By Denis Flierl on April 11, 2012 - 7:51AM

Acura and Marvel Entertainment, LLC, announced the details of their promotional campaign for this summer's most anticipated film, Marvel's The Avengers. A one-off Acura NSX Roadster was created specifically for the film.

Ferrari celebrates 20 years in China with exhibition & special edition 458 Italia's

By Adam Yamada-Hanff on April 10, 2012 - 10:15PM

2012 marks the 20th anniversary for Ferrari being in China. To celebrate this important milestone, Ferrari will inaugurate its first ever permanent brand exhibition outside of Maranello (Ferrari HQ) at the Italia Center of Shanghai World Expo Park.

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