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‘Thumb Socks’ Seek to Stymie Texting and Driving
Smokers have a small arsenal of gimmicks to keep deadly cravings at bay, but what about teens addicted to texting from behind the wheel? Now they have “thumb socks.”
Aston Martin Racer Allan Simonsen Honored in Painting
For Ian Cook, there was only one way to remember Allan Simonsen, 34, who died during the 24 Hours at Le Mans last weekend.
Nissan Electric Car Charging Network Expansion Continues
Nissan now has 265 DC quick chargers installed to recharge its Leaf electric car and is continuing toward its goal to have 600 by March 31, 2014.
Next Volkswagen Passat Could Have Carbon Fiber Roof
Volkswagen is testing the use of aluminum and carbon fiber sheets for the roof panel of its next generation Passat, the brand’s R&D chief Ulrich Hackenberg said.
Challenge to Selling E15 Fuel Declined by Court
The U.S. Supreme Court refused to hear a challenge today by major automakers and other groups to reverse the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s decision regarding E15 fuel.
Passat TDI Averages 78 MPG, Sets Guinness Record
Volkswagen announced today that it’s diesel-powered Passat set a new record to fuel economy driving through every state except Alaska and Hawaii.
2015 Honda Civic to Gain Efficiency, Direct Injection
Honda will soon begin to blend the staple Civic with its so-called “Earth Dreams” technology.
Chrysler Cutting Options for 2014 Model year
There will be fewer boxes to check for Chrysler vehicles starting with the 2014 model year.
Is Tesla’s Best Quality its Biggest Flaw?
Gad Elmoznino has been a Tesla die-hard since day one. He jumped in early, buying a Roadster and reserved a Model S the same day. Today he owns both and couldn’t be happier with either of the luxurious, sporty electric cars.
2014 Cadillac XTS Vsport Priced From $63,020
There’s something powerful in store for the 2014 Cadillac XTS this August.
Chrysler 100 Spied Testing in California
Chrysler is continuing to test its Fiat spinoff, which will be sold as the 100 in North America.
Internet Connection in Cars Likely Common by 2020
A new study suggests that by 2020, the idea of having an Internet connection associated with your car will be commonplace.
2016 Porsche Panamera to Share Platform With Bentley
Porsche and Bentley will share a different version of Volkswagen Group’s MSB platform for the third-generation Continental and 2016 Panamera.
Lexus NX Small Crossover Confirmed by Spy Photos
Rumblings of a sub-RX crossover from Lexus have been circulating for years and spy photos taken today seem to confirm the car’s development progress.
Lincoln, Volvo Undesirable Among Lease Customers: Study
Lincoln and Volvo are the two least popular brands among lease customers according to a recent study.
Super-Turbo Freightliner Returns to Pikes Peak
Veteran driver Mike Ryan will return to Pikes Peak this year to race his Super-Turbo freightliner to compete in the open division.
Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo Series Priced
Ready your pocketbooks and start your engines: Lamborghini just announced pricing for its North American gentleman driver’s series.
Lotus Le Mans Car Rebuilt in Time for Practice
Lotus LMP2 drove during yesterday’s practice session at Le Mans despite a legal battle that threatened the team’s chances of having functional cars.
Costco is Most Popular Gas Station for Second Year
For the second consecutive year, drivers agree that Costco is good for more than buying a year’s supply of hummus and multivitamins in one trip.
Nissan Rogue Moving to Modular Construction
The Renault-Nissan Alliance announced new details today about which vehicles will be affected by their first wave of modular cost savings measures called a Common Module Family (CMF).
One Third of New Car Shoppers Considering Diesel
Fuel economy and environmental concerns are pushing 31 percent of new car shoppers to consider diesel-powered cars, a survey recently found.
Jaguar F-Type Coupe Spied on Nurburgring
The hardtop version of Jaguar’s heavily hyped new F-Type sports car was spied today again on the Nurburgring. Expected to be available with the same engine options as the convertible, the car will likely come with two V6 powertrains and a V8 option. Jaguar initially showed the concept version as a coupe, and the production…
Lotus Le Mans Race Cars Seized by Creditors
Lotus LMP2 might not be racing in this year’s 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Audi Sport Quattro Rumored for Frankfurt Motor Show
In a tribute to the famous Sport Quattro coupe, Audi might be building a production version based on the concept seen in 2010.
