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Ask AutoGuide No. 4 – The Winter Games
It’s hard to believe but this is the fourth installment of “Ask AutoGuide.” For an entire month now our certified experts have provided the finest motor-vehicle shopping advice available for the price. Our crack team of automotive oracles has been at our readers’ beck and call for 30 straight days, though admittedly it’s been mostly…
260-MPG XL1 Just the First of Many New VW Plug-in Hybrids
With just 250 being made and a rumored six-figure price, Volkswagen’s new 261 MPG plug-in hybrid may sound like a science project, but the German automaker insists it’s a halo model that will usher in an era of plug-in hybrids.
2014 Volkswagen XL1 Video, First Look
Could this be Volkswagen’s Prius? A fuel efficient halo car, the XL1 is expected to deliver a whopping 261-mpg thanks to its tiny engine, low weight and slip-stream design.
Why Front-Wheel-Drive Cars are More Efficient
Front-wheel drive dominates today’s automotive landscape, powering everything from subcompact hatchbacks to full-size SUVs. However, it wasn’t always this way. Back in the day rear-wheel drive was king, but over the last 30-odd years carmakers have made a dramatic shift from back to front. Why the flip-flop? No, they weren’t impersonating John Kerry; in reality,…
Toyota Hybrids Gaining Popularity in Europe
Toyota and Lexus hybrid models are gaining popularity in Europe, where diesel engines are typically more popular.
2013 Chevrolet Malibu Gets Price Cut to $21,995
In order to better compete with the Toyota Camry, Chevrolet has lowered the MSRP on its entry-level Malibu by $345 to $21,995, excluding an $810 destination fee.
Honda Highlights Six Inventors in Social Media Campaign
Honda is putting the spotlight on innovation, launching a #HondaInnovator social media campaign by putting the spotlight on six different innovators throughout the month.
Chevrolet Spark a Hit With the Younger Crowd
Early data from Chevrolet Spark buyers reveal that the compact has been appealing to a younger demographic, with 29 percent of its buyers under the age of 35.
Nissan Details Datsun Revival Plans
Nissan is ramping up for the revival of its Datsun brand, which will hit the spotlight this year with its first product introductions.
Fiat Joins Matte Paint Club With Two Detroit Auto Show Concepts
Fiat has unveiled two design studies that will make their official debut at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show tomorrow.
Chevrolet Gets an E for Effort at the Tokyo Auto Salon
Chevrolet cars aren’t exactly a hit over in Japan, and based on the brand’s Tokyo Auto Salon presence, it’s not hard to see why.
Abarth Flexes Italian Style at 2013 Tokyo Auto Salon
Abarth is no stranger to the Tokyo Auto Salon, being a regular attendee for many years now. At this year’s show the Italian automaker showed off its 595 Competizione and 695 Edizione Maserati models.
Honda N-One Gets the Mugen Racing Treatment: 2013 Tokyo Auto Salon
Though America will never see the likes of the Honda N-One, automotive enthusiasts got a look at what the Japanese automaker’s newest addition to its kei car lineup can look like with some modifications.
Top 10 Best Selling Vehicles of 2012
2012 was the best-selling year for automakers since 2007, marking the third year in a row that sales have increased. So now is a great time to look back at the best-selling vehicles from last year. Coming in 10th place with 261,008 units sold is the Ford Escape which was updated for the 2013 model…
Nissan, VW Target Budget Car Market
Last year, Nissan announced plans to revive its Datsun nameplate for new and emerging markets, specializing in budget cars that could be as cheap as $3,000 in certain countries.
14 Cars Axed in 2012
As 2012 winds to an end, AutoGuide looks back at all the vehicles that received the axe this year, some that will be missed, while others surely won’t be. Starting it off is the Acura ZDX, a crossover that had a very tough time breaking into the market. Priced at around $51,815 including delivery, the…
2013 Honda Civic Commercial Released – Video
Honda made an unprecedented move this year, refreshing its popular Civic model a year after giving it a redesign.
Honda Mugen CR-V, CR-Z and S2000 Concept Among Those Heading to 2013 Tokyo Auto Salon
Honda and Mugen are heading to next year’s Tokyo Auto Salon with a full arsenal of customized vehicles, including a new Mugen CR-V design study and an S2000 Modulo Climax concept.
Mitsubishi Mirage Heading to America with Three-Cylinder Engine
The new Mitsubishi Mirage will finally be launching in America in September 2013, and will be equipped with a 1.2-liter, three-cylinder powerplant.
Hyundai Elantra Sets New Sales Record
The Hyundai Elantra has set an all-time sales record in 2012, passing its 186,361 unit total from last year with a week still left in 2012.
Watch a Mazda2 Transform into a B-Spec Racer in Two Minutes – Video
At the 2012 Performance Racing Industry (PRI) show in Orlando, Florida, Mazda took a stock Mazda2 and transformed it into a B-Spec race car in just three days, on the show floor.
Chevy Sonic, Buick Verano Production Reduced
As General Motors continues to work through its high inventories, the American automaker has idled its Michigan plant where the Chevrolet Sonic and Buick Verano are produced.
Coda EV Nets Just Two Stars on Frontal Crash Test – Videos
While it may have achieved an overall crash test rating of four stars, in the front crash test performed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) the Coda EV achieved a rating more in line with the quality of its design: 2 stars.
Scion xB, xD to Live on Says New Brand Boss
Despite past reports to the contrary, the xD and xB will live on says new Scion brand boss Doug Murtha.
