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EV Parade Sets World Record with 507 Vehicles
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The Nissan Leaf led the way in a record-setting EV parade.
Scion Previews Sketchy 2014 SEMA Projects
Scion has released sketches previewing two additional projects heading to Las Vegas this year.
2016 Mazda2 Aims for ‘Upscale’ Subcompact Market
Mazda is hoping its new subcompact hatch will break away from the segment.
AutoGuide Now For The Week Of September 8
Two very interesting comparisons are due this week, don’t miss our super-sedan shoot-out and hatchback showdown.
Fiat 500X Teased Ahead of Paris Motor Show Debut
Fiat has teased its upcoming crossover model in an interesting new video.
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.
2015 Toyota Prius Special Edition Announced
The Toyota Prius is getting a special edition for the 2015 model year before it heads off to retirement.
2015 Honda Civic Type R Spotted in Croatia
Is the production 2015 Honda Civic Type R getting ready to make its debut?
Mazdaspeed3 Expected in 2016, AWD Possible
New details on a successor to the current Mazdaspeed3 are starting to emerge.
AutoGuide Under $30,000 Performance Car Shootout – Part Three: And the Winner is…
Yesterday we eliminated five cars from the 2014 AutoGuide Under $30,000 Performance Car Shootout. That leaves the final three, which are all completely different takes on affordable fun. Weren’t we surprised when the numbers were tabulated and the top cars included not just all-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive and front-wheel drive rivals, but a hatchback, a…
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.
AutoGuide Under $30,000 Performance Car Shootout
Sporty cars are not dead. Rumors of their demise are premature. Thrill-packed machinery litters the automotive landscape, available to suit nearly every budget. When it comes to motoring fun, one of the most intriguing segments is the under $30,000 price bracket, where several enticing choices can be found in a variety of shapes and sizes.
Mazdaspeed2 Hot Hatch Under Consideration
The third-generation Mazda2 hasn’t been released yet and already there are talks of a hot hatch variant.
Hyundai’s New Toyota Prius Fighter Spotted Testing
Hyundai has its eyes set on competing with the Toyota Prius.
AutoGuide Now For The Week Of August 11
With eight sporty cars in the AutoGuide.com garage, we are understandably excited about this week. Did we also mention that we’re spending it at our home test track?
2014 Ford C-Max Hybrid Named IIHS Top Safety Pick
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has named the 2014 Ford C-Max Hybrid a Top Safety Pick.
Volkswagen, Discovery Channel Team Up for Shark Week
Volkswagen will once again be the presenting sponsor for Discovery Channel’s Shark Week.
Volkswagen Pitches e-Golf to Green Crowd With Carbon Credits
Volkswagen is making a point to advertise more than the low emissions associated with driving its new electric car, the e-Golf.
Honda Fit EV, Insight Axed
Two of Honda’s electrified vehicles are being discontinued.
Scion Mulling Compact Crossover for Lineup
Toyota is planning to rejuvenate its Scion brand with a revamped lineup that could include a crossover.
Nissan Loses Money on Every Leaf Battery Replacement
Nissan has admitted that it loses money on every Leaf battery replacement.
2015 Volkswagen Golf, GTI Recalled for Steering Issue
Following a stop-sale order earlier this month, Volkswagen has now issued a recall for its Golf and GTI models.
Nissan Note Nismo Coming This Fall… in Japan
Nissan’s latest Nismo-tuned product is small, slick-looking and not slated to be sold in the U.S.
AutoGuide Now for the Week of July 7
Now that the excitement of July 4th is over, you must be wondering what’s next to come from AutoGuide.com. Here’s what we’re testing this week. Dont’ forget to tweet at us to find out more, or ask any questions about the cars we’re reviewing this week.






