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Top 10 New Vehicles with the Worst Value
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An attractive price tag doesn’t always mean you’re getting a good deal for your money. That’s especially the case when you’re shopping for a car and you have to take into account its depreciation, cost of maintenance and even how much it’ll run you each time you have to fill up the gas tank. Because…
Tesla Receives $34.7M Tax Break to Expand Production
American electric automaker Tesla has received a $34.7-million tax break from the state of California in order to expand production.
Ford Focus Facelift Spotted in Spy Photos
The 2015 Ford Focus is expected to undergo a refresh, and these latest spy photos hint that the facelift could be substantial.
Top 10 Concept Cars of 2013
Concept cars are things that dreams are made of. These vehicles represent a manufacturer’s future, seen through LSD-laced rose colored glasses. They are utopian automobiles for a world free of conservatism and convention. For better or worse, most will never see the light of day as a production model, but usually a few elements (and…
Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban Take $1,000 – $3,000 Hike
General Motors new generation of body-on-frame SUVs come with fresh engines, lightweight materials and a host of improvements and it’s going to cost a premium.
2014 Buick LaCrosse Earns NHTSA Five-Star Safety Score
The 2014 Buick LaCrosse has earned a five-star safety score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
GM Won’t Pay Back Government Bailout Loss
Soon-to-retire General Motors CEO Dan Akerson maintains that the U.S. government’s choice to bail out the Detroit giant saved money despite losses after the Treasury Department offloaded its remaining shares.
Ford Police Interceptor Fastest in Certification Testing
The EcoBoost-powered Ford Police Interceptor sedan and utility vehicle achieved the fastest 0-100 mph acceleration and average lap times during certification testing at Fontana Raceway in California this year.
Tesla Model X Crossover Nearly Ready for Production
The Tesla Model X is scheduled to enter production late next year, and according to the brand’s chief designer, the automaker is putting its finishing touches on the crossover.
European Car of the Year Shortlist Announced
The European Car of the Year shortlist has been announced with seven vehicles vying for the top title in Europe.
2015 Mustang Technology Details to be Released Jan. 7
The 2015 Ford Mustang has been named the Official Car of the 2014 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) and the American automaker will be debuting new technology features to open up the event.
GM Confirms 10-Spd Transmission as Part of $1.3B Investment
GM is pumping $1.3 billion into five different US manufacturing plants to support a new 10-speed automatic transmission along with a new V6 engine and an existing six-speed auto box.
Ford Dealers Stockpiling 2014 F-150s
With the upcoming launch of the 2015 Ford F-150, Ford dealers are clamoring to stock their showrooms with 2014 models, to make sure that there is no shortage of pickups.
2015 Lincoln MKC Priced from $33,995
Lincoln’s new small MKC crossover will start at $33,995 when it arrives in dealers next year.
Tesla Model S is Canada’s Best-Selling Electric Car
The Tesla Model S is Canada’s best-selling electric so far this year.
Drive the 2015 Ford Mustang Today in Need for Speed – Video
The 2015 Ford Mustang can now be driven… at least in virtual form as it joins the roster in Need for Speed Rivals.
Mass Market Tesla Model E to Bow at 2015 Detroit Auto Show
The Tesla Model E is currently scheduled to make its official debut at the Detroit Auto Show, according to the brand’s chief designer.
Ford 1.0L EcoBoost to Reach More US Models
Ford has big plans for its smallest EcoBoost engine that will include a wider proliferation in North America.
Ford to Launch 23 New Models, Add 5,000 Jobs in 2014
Ford is already making headlines as 2013 comes to an end, with the debut of its all-new 2015 Mustang – just one of 23 models it plans to launch next year.
Ford Offering Start-Stop on ’70 Percent’ of Line by 2017
In an effort to further improve its fuel economy ahead of impending average fuel economy requirements, Ford announced today that it will offer engine start-stop technology across 70 percent of its nameplates by 2017.
Chevrolet Racing Captures 12 Championships in 2013
Chevrolet was the most successful name in professional motorsports in the U.S. this season, grabbing 12 titles across five racing series.
General Motors Announces Sale of PSA Stake
General Motors has announced that it is selling its remaining seven-percent stake in PSA Peugeot Citroen today.
Ford Unveils Self-Driving Fusion Hybrid Research Vehicle
Autonomous vehicles seem to be in Ford’s future, as the company has rolled out a self-driving Fusion Hybrid research vehicle, developed in collaboration with the University of Michigan and State Farm.
2014 Ford C-Max Hybrid Getting Improved MPG
After having to downgrade the fuel economy of the 2013 C-Max hybrid from 47 mpg to 43 mpg, Ford has announced that the 2014 C-Max Hybrid is receiving upgrades to improve the mpg rating.
