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Volkswagen: Did automaker and Exxon pressure EU to ease regulations?The latest EU emissions testing allow carmakers more leeway to exceed the legal limits for nitrogen oxides than they had requested. Now, it appears Volkswagen may have had a hand in pressuring regulators to be lenient.
Chevy Camaro SS vs. Ford Shelby GT: Which 2016 sports car packs more punch?The 2016 Chevy Camaro and Mustang Shelby both hit new heights in combining horsepower and handling, but does one have an edge over the other?
Uber is now worth more than General Motors. Yes, really.Uber is in the midst of another round of fundraising and early reports suggest the company will be valued around $62.5 billion. That's significantly higher than one of America's biggest, oldest car companies.
New plan for New York City could call for fleet of electric carsNew York City might possess the largest electric municipal fleet in the country by 2025, according to a new plan announced by Mayor Bill de Blasio.
Where Volkswagen fights its US diesel-cheating lawsuits matters. A lot.Volkswagen would like to combine its legal proceedings related to cheating on diesel emissions tests in the US and try them in Detroit, but consumer advocates and officials are pushing for legal proceedings in other states.
Dodge Dart recall includes 121,000 vehiclesFiat Chrysler says that problems with the Dart's braking system could increase the risk of accidents.
Will cheap gas, soaring SUV sales sink fuel economy goals?It's possible consumers are no longer as interested in increased fuel economy as they once were.
Ford cars from 2011 to 2016 get Siri Eyes Free in new Sync updateThat's because Ford is rolling out a free Sync upgrade that includes Apple's Siri Eyes-Free. The update could make the up-and-down relationship Ford drivers have had with the Sync system a thing of the past.
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV: Production car spied before 2016 CES debutThe Chevy Bolt EV, the long-awaited, pure electric descendant of GM's EV1--and a cousin of the new Chevrolet Volt, or at least a close-sounding relative, will go into production next year with an anticipated all-electric driving range of 200 miles.
Tesla autopilot engineer joins Google's autonomous car teamGoogle -- or rather, Alphabet -- is spending a lot of time and money to develop self-driving technology, and it just added a big new name to its autonomous vehicle team.
Most dealers are lousy at selling electric cars. Here's why.Electric car buyers face a tough time at traditional car dealerships, according to a recent report. One problem is that dealers apparently don't think consumers are interested in electric cars.
Bugatti Chiron will succeed Veyron as automaker's new supercarThe Bugatti Chiron name was confirmed by the French automaker today, along with a 2016 Geneva Motor Show debut.
Lyft and Uber seek new rounds of funding as Millennials ditch carsLyft, the ride-hailing app, is growing and is on target to reach $1 billion in gross annual revenue by November 2016. A new round of investing could see the company raise an additional $500 million in capital.
Chevrolet Colorado is one of America's best-loved carsChevrolet, Porsche, and Mercedes are producing some of the best-loved cars among American drivers, according to a new survey.
Ford unveils 2017 Escape crossover at Los Angeles Auto ShowFord will present an updated version of the Escape, its popular compact crossover, at the 2015 Los Angeles Auto Show. The 2017 Ford Escape will be brimming with new tech features, fuel-efficient EcoBoost engines and revamped styling.
Hyundai to launch 'AE' hybrid: Can it beat Toyota Prius on gas mileage?Hyundai is expected to launch its first dedicated hybrid vehicle early next year, and the automaker is very confident in the car's likely fuel efficiency ratings.
2015 Ford Mustang GT: Is it better than the competition?The Mustang GT was all-new for the 2015 model year, and it's the best Mustang ever. But how does it stack up to other muscle cars on the market.
Hyundai makes Genesis its luxury brandHyundai says that the Genesis brand is meant to deliver ‘human-centered’ luxury. Beginning in mid-2016, design of Genesis vehicles will be overseen by Luc Donckerwolke, whose resume includes credits with Audi, Bentley, and Lamborghini, among others.
Volkswagen diesel owners to get $1,000 in gift cardsVolkswagen dealers received word last week that the company will offer two gift cards to TDI owners via a new 'TDI Goodwill Program'.
What emissions scandal? Volkswagen still sees sales growth in US.Despite an emissions-cheating scandal, Volkswagen’s brand appears to have weathered the storm: at least one model experienced its best month on record.
