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Mopar Blitzing SEMA with 14 Concept Vehicles
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The 2014 SEMA show is just a few days away and Chrysler has BIG plans for this annual Las Vegas event.
Finalists for ‘Green Car of the Year’ Announced
The folks at Green Car Journal have just released their list of finalists for the 2015 Green Car of the Year award. The group includes a surprising diversity of vehicles from several manufacturers.
10 Cars That Are More Efficient Than a Prius
Toyota’s Prius has become the go-to vehicle for people looking to save money at the gas pump. Sure, it looks like an alien science project gone wrong and its driving dynamics are less fun than a trip to the ER, but this car’s groundbreaking combination of high technology, phenomenal fuel economy and unimpeachable reliability have…
Top 10 ‘Forbidden Fruits’ of the 2014 Paris Motor Show
Car companies are pretty clever. A lot of time, research and money gets spent before a new product is created.
Top 10 Cars From the 2014 Paris Motor Show
Paris, France is an international gem known for art and culture, fine dining and high fashion as well as its architecture and history. This capital’s biennial auto show is also a major attraction, particularly for gear heads.
2015 Toyota Corolla Earns NHTSA Five-Star Safety Rating
The 2015 Toyota Corolla has earned the highest-possible safety rating from the federal government.
Top 10 Cars for Older Drivers
Last week we pointed out some of the most geriatric cars on the market, vehicles that are stodgy, dated or otherwise un-cool. In the process we totally lampooned senior citizens, making fun of them every chance we had.
AutoGuide Under $30,000 Performance Car Shootout – Part Two: Track Test Elimination Round
Yesterday we took eight fun-to-drive performance vehicles under $30,000 and put them through their paces on the street. After much deliberation, we chose the 2014 Ford Fiesta ST as the king of the street. Despite a somewhat harsh ride, nothing else matches the raw, hilariously fun driving experience behind the wheel.
Mazda Poised to Introduce Compact CX-3 Crossover
Compact crossovers are BIG business these days and Mazda is apparently hard at work on a small utility vehicle that will slot in under their compact CX-5 model.
Nissan Versa, Versa Note Under Safety Probe
The 2012-2014 Nissan Versa and Versa Note models are under investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
2014 Ford Focus Hatchback Consumer Review
Impressive Compact Hatch with a Few Quirks The Focus is an important vehicle for Ford. The compact car category continues to grow and the Focus is a solid seller within the segment. Offered in either sedan or hatchback body styles, the Focus features contemporary styling and a lot of unexpected technology for a compact car.
Top 11 Cars With the Best Residual Value
Residual value is one of the most important factors to consider when obtaining a new vehicle, especially if you plan on leasing. How much it’s worth at the end of the contract has a huge impact on how much you’ll be paying each month. Which cars on the market today hold their value best? The…
Should I Buy a Used Ford Focus?
Long in the Tooth but Still a Bargain Vehicle Overview Although Europe had been enjoying a new generation Focus since 2005, North America made due with the original model that made its debut on our shores in 2000. In 2008 an unofficial second generation Focus was introduced which wasn’t much more than a heavily updated…
Most Watched Videos of the Week: May 25 – June 1, 2014
If you’re in the market for a luxury sedan that isn’t made in Europe, you’ll like AutoGuide.com‘s most watched video of the week. Our comparison of the 2014 Cadillac CTS against the 2015 Hyundai Genesis garnered the most views this past week while our video comparing the Honda Civic and the Toyota Corolla continued to be…
Hyundai Ousts Honda as Greenest Automaker in US
For the first time since the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) started releasing its ‘greenest automaker award,’ Honda did not take the crown.
Scion xB Release Series 10 Has a Hint of Lime
There’s a high-tech version of the Scion xB set to debut at the 2014 New York Auto Show.
2016 Mazda2 Spotted in Europe, Dressed for Easter
A redesigned version of the spunky little Mazda2 was spotted frolicking in Europe. The car was dressed in a festive zebra pattern, but not because Easter is nearly here; it’s so we can’t get a good look. Still some information about this 2016 model can be gleaned.
Scion Social Media Contest Could Send You to San Diego Comic-Con
Want to head to San Diego for this year’s Comic-Con International event? Scion might be your ticket.
Chevy Spark vs. Ford Fiesta vs. Honda Fit
We’re thinking small on this week’s installment of Ask AutoGuide, where value reigns supreme. Are cheap and cheerful mutually exclusive traits or can they really coexist in an automobile? We aim to find out and help one faithful reader in the process.
New GM Three and Four Cylinder Engines Introduced
With a focus on fuel efficiency and power density, General Motors has introduced a new range of three and four-cylinder engines that will be used in 27 new vehicles by 2017.
Kia Soul EV Production to Start Next Month for 2016 Launch
Heads up EV fans, Kia is on track to launch its first global battery-powered vehicle in 2016.
Mazda Hazumi Concept Bounds into Geneva
Small cars are BIG, especially in places like Europe where space is at a premium. Foreshadowing an upcoming next-generation subcompact model the folks at Mazda revealed their Hazumi Concept here in Geneva.
Volkswagen Polo Range Updated for 2014
Volkswagen will reveal a quartet of subcompact Polos at next week’s Geneva Motor Show. Naturally fuel efficiency is a top priority with these models but the company hasn’t forgotten about performance.
Five-Point Inspection: 2014 Ford Fiesta Five-Door SE
Smaller is better. Obviously this isn’t true in every situation but for many drivers a compact or sub-compact car will meet their needs just as nicely as a midsize sedan or even some crossovers. After decades of neglect, automakers have finally started to share some of their excellent B-Segment offerings with American motorists. If you’ve…
