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TGIF[R-S]: Can You Drive a Rear-Wheel Drive Sports Car All Year Long?
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You need a good set of winter tires, but it’s entirely possible.
Mercedes to Retake Global Luxury Lead by 2020 Boasts CEO
Following a drop to third place among luxury automakers, the CEO of Mercedes parent company Daimler is setting his eyes on an ambitious target of regaining the top spot in 2020.
Jaguar XFR Sportbrake Rumored
The gorgeous Jaguar XF Sportbrake could be seeing an upgrade in the form of a better engine, sportier suspension and other performance add-ons.
Chevy Volt Scaring Off Dealers With Added Costs
Thanks to additional costs for services and repairs, some Chevy dealers are choosing not to carry the Volt.
Top 10 Holiday Gifts for the Car Buff on Your List
Still scrambling to find the perfect gift for the car lover on your list? Here are a few items that can be quickly ordered online and would impress even the biggest of car snobs. The selection here is pretty diverse, so it will be easy to find something for anyone.
Seven Days of Dream Car Garages: Day Five by Sami Haj-Assaad
Make no mistake, this IS as much of a bucket-list as it is a dream list of cars. I’ve yet to drive many of these sublime examples of motoring, but if I was ever given the opportunity, I’d jump at it, potentially re-scheduling a birthday party, religious holiday or anniversary to get a chance behind one…
New Infotainment System Aims to Enhance Functionality, Curb Distracted Driving
Automakers may talk a big game about preventing distracted driving and improving safety, but at the same time they continue to provide distracting infotainment systems.
Which Winter Tires are the Best?
The winter season is underway, and many drivers still aren’t sure which tires are right for them. Fortunately, Consumer Reports has gone and tested just about every winter-tire available, and have ranked them from best to worst.
Drivers Not Prepared for Winter Weather: Survey
This winter season, are you worried about the driving habits of other drivers, or the weather affecting your car’s driving characteristics?
Should You Buy a Car With Direct Injection?
Despite advancements in hybrid power-trains and electrification technology, gasoline engines remain the predominant choice in passenger cars because of continued efficiency improvements, most recently through the increased use of direct injection technology. But are you gambling when buying a car with DI, which still has its fair share of concerns and problems?
2012 Lamborghini Aventador Roadster Video, First Look: 2012 LA Auto Show
With both styling and power, it’s hard for Lamborghini to make the Aventador a more drool-worthy car, but just by removing the top, the Italian supercar maker managed to make this bull even cooler.
2014 Mazda6 Diesel to Race in 2013 Grand-Am Series
Mazda is no stranger to motorsports, and following the recent unveiling of the Diesel Mazda6, the company announced that it will be taking its midsized diesel sedan to the racetrack during the 2013 Grand-Am series.
Audi Breaks U.S. Sales Record With A Month to go
Echoing a similar story last year, Audi has once again managed to outsell its numbers from the previous year.
Infiniti to Unveil new Sports Sedan at Detroit Auto Show
Today at the 2012 L.A. Auto Show, Infiniti announced that an all new sports sedan will be shown off at the upcoming North American International Auto Show in Detroit.
2013 Toyota RAV4 Images Leak (Again)
It’s getting harder and harder to keep a car under wraps these days, with even more images of the upcoming Toyota RAV4 hitting the internet prematurely, following a few shots that emerged yesterday.
Five-Point Inspection: 2012 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe
When the second generation Cadillac CTS-V arrived, it featured a pair of new body-styles. Among them is the two-door coupe, which is the subject of this week’s Five-Point Inspection. With its supercharged V8, the CTS-V is a serious performance machine, referencing the days of comfy, yet powerful American muscle cars – though with a decidedly more…
How to Drive on Snow and Ice: Winter Driving Safety Tips
Snow and ice on the road can make for a slippery drive home, and the snowflakes falling from the sky can limit your visibility, so it’s no wonder that there’s a definite increase in insurance claims once winter starts.
Top 10 Cars with the Best Resale Value
It’s not uncommon for car buyers to consider a purchase based on how valuable the vehicle will be in the future. Here’s a list of the top 10 cars that will retain the most of their original purchase value after five years, according to Kelly Blue Book. Toyota’s youth oriented Scion brand makes their only…
10 Concept Cars That Didn’t Go Anywhere
Every new auto show brings another exciting round of wild concept cars. But do these ideas ever make it to reality?
Ford Fiesta ST to be Officially Announced at LA?
This year’s LA Auto Show is just a few weeks away and over 50 vehicles are scheduled to be announced or revealed, including the possibility of the Ford Fiesta ST.
Buckled Up: Seat Belt Use Reaches All-Time High
It might come as a surprise to some, but seat-belt use has gone up in America over last year, resulting in an all-time high at 86 percent.
Five-Point Inspection: 2013 Scion tC Release Series 8.0
The Scion tC is a mid-range model in the Scion stable and has arrived this year with a new special edition called the RS 8.0, which is the subject of this week’s Five-Point Inspection. This special “Release Series” vehicle is limited to only 2,000 examples, and features a unique Fixe Axis Designed Body Kit as…
TGIF[R-S]: The Most Important Car at SEMA 2012
The FR-S fervor that was last week’s SEMA show is now starting to come down. While almost every aftermarket company featured their latest product on the Scion or Subaru coupe, I took a moment to talk to the owners of what I believe is the most important FR-S of the show.
Shifting Trends: Is the Manual Transmission Doomed?
Manual transmissions have always been idolized and are generally reserved for the ultimate sporty-cars, but how does a stick shift compare to its automated counterpart?





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