All In Gear
Say what? Reports claim Saab not dead, sale agreement reachedFans of the Swedish car company, which filed for bankruptcy protection last fall after being crippled by production stoppages, withheld salary payments and mounting debt, may have reason to rejoice. News reports now claim the company has been sold.
Sticker price confusion: Why do GMC trucks cost more than Chevy?Astute truck shoppers may have noticed a baffling recent trend: why are two essentially identical models priced differently by brand? It's a complicated issue that has a lot to do with marketing, but the average consumer's safest bet is to just go with the best price.
Looking for a high MPG car this summer? Get in lineToyota, Volkswagon among companies who say demand for fuel-efficient cars may outstrip supply this summer. According to some industry insiders, the demand for so-called "green" cars is already so high that four automakers are dramatically increasing production.
Toyota Scion FR-S, Subaru BRZ recalled for defects ... in owner's manuals?Toyota, Subaru are recalling an unknown number of Scions and BRZs for incorrect information in their manuals about how the front-seat airbags work. The airbags themselves are not defective.
Hyundai Accent gets $2,000 price increase for 2013Hyundai Accent also gets more standard equipment, such as satellite radio, CD player, and USB port. But price increase puts 2013 Hyundai Accent in thick of subcompacts vying for market share.
'Car Talk' radio show: Magliozzi brothers calling it quits'Car Talk' will continue in reruns and as print column. But after 25 years of puzzles, puns, and other antics, 'Car Talk' will end in September.
Pie in the sky: Aluminum eyed as possible future fuel sourceMany options for future transportation have their disadvantages, but Alchemy Research believes there's one option that could solve several of our fuel problems. Interestingly, that fuel is already very well known--it's called aluminum.
Honda Fit EV gets record fuel-efficiency rating: 118 m.p.g.Honda Fit EV beats out other electrics, including the Mitsubishi i at 112 m.p.g. equivalent. EPA also gives 2013 Honda Fit EV a longer driving range than Ford Focus Electric and Nissan Leaf.
The distracted driving battle moves to the boardroomWe all know that distracted driving is bad. A growing number of companies know it, too, and they're taking steps to ensure that their employees keep cell phones turned off when they're behind the wheel.
Hurricane season: a car preparation checklistIf you live near the Gulf or Atlantic coasts, it's time to prepare for another hurricane season. Here are seven tips for keeping you, and your car, safe from the storm.
Used car prices: Some models could plummet $900 in JuneUsed car prices have already begun to drop after a surge earlier this year. Easier credit, lower gas prices are among the factors easing still high used car prices.
Your teen is ready to drive? Here's how to pick a driving school.Nearly half of US states require driver education for teens under 18. In choosing a driving school, look for one accredited by the AAA.
Worst traffic in America? Hint: It's not Los Angeles.Congestion forces drivers in this warm-weather city to waste an average 58 hours a year. L.A. and San Francisco take the next two spots for worst traffic.
Nissan electric vehicle: Van to be built in Spain. NYC next?Nissan electric vehicle to be built in Barcelona will be a 100 percent electric delivery van. The Nissan electric vehicle will be the company's second, following the Leaf.
BMW voted most valuable car brand. Where does your car rank?BMW grabbed the top spot as the world's most valuable car brand in the BrandZ Top 100 Global survey, edging out Toyota. BMW brand value has risen 10 percent over the past year.
Jeep Wranglers recalled for potential fire hazardJeep Wrangler models from 2010 are being recalled by Chrysler due to a flaw in the design of the skid plate that protects the transmission, which could ultimately result in a fire.The problem affects 67,872 vehicles.
Fiat auctions special edition car via TwitterFiat hosts TwitBid auction for a special-edition Fiat 500. The winning bid was €15,200.
My Nissan Leaf life: Want a plug-in car? Consider your lifestyle.Buying a plug-in hybrid or electric vehicle is more than just buying a car. It's choosing a lifestyle.
Latest idea from Apple: an in-car remoteApple has filed a patent for an iPod-like clickwheel mounted on the steering wheel. In-car remote would let drivers change songs, playlists, or Internet radio stations.
Do hybrids save money? Website lets you calculate it.Hybrids cost more upfront but are cheaper to operate than nonhybrids. The federal government has launched FuelEconomy.gov so consumers can calculate the payback period for buying a hybrid.
