2012 Hyundai Accent SE Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO
Feb 9, 2012
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2012 Hyundai Accent SE 5-Door There have been major changes to Hyundai's Accent for 2012, changes that move it from an afterthought straight toward the front of the subcompact pack. New "Fluidic Sculpture" styling brings it in line with other new Hyundais, a new engine gives it sig ... Continue reading
Honda Customers Charge Millions of Honda Vehicles Contain Defect Rendering Side Windows Inoperable
Feb 9, 2012
Jonathan D. Selbin of the national plaintiffs' law firm Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, LLP, announced that two owners of Honda vehicles today filed a class action lawsuit against American Honda Motor Company, Inc. for manufacturing and selling vehicles with allegedly defective window mechanisms. The complaint, fil ... Continue reading
Buying Cars Under $20,000 is the Best Bet
Feb 9, 2012
In a turbulent economy, AutoLiquidator.com thinks that buying cheaper used or new cars under $20k could be a lifesaver. When making big financial decisions you need the peace of mind and confidence that you made the right choice, and buying cars under $20,000 could provide just that. When you buy used or new cars under ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Sonic has Lowest Cost-of-Ownership of Vehicles Advertised In Super Bowl
Feb 9, 2012
There is a significant marketing buzz around automotive advertising during the Super Bowl, but the focus is typically on the enjoyment of the commercials rather than on the vehicles themselves. Vincentric, the leading provider of cost-of-ownership data to the auto industry, took a different approach and released a stud ... Continue reading
NHTSA-NASA Study of Unintended Acceleration in Toyota Vehicles
Feb 9, 2012
NHTSA launched the study last spring at the request of Congress, and enlisted National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) engineers with expertise in areas such as computer-controlled electronic systems, electromagnetic interference, and software integrity to conduct new research into whether electronics syste ... Continue reading
2013 BMW 640i Gran Coupe priced at $76,895
Feb 9, 2012
BMW of North America today announced pricing for the all-new 2013 BMW 640i Gran Coupe. The $76,895 (including $895 Destination and Handling Charge) TwinPower Turbo 6-cylinder powered 640i Gran Coupe is the initial model of the range, and arrives early this summer. Later in the summer, the TwinPower Turbo V-8 powered 20 ... Continue reading
Toyota Announces Return of "100 Cars for Good" Program in 2012
Feb 9, 2012
At the Chicago Auto Show today, Toyota announced the return of its "100 Cars for Good" program. For the second straight year, Toyota will award 100 vehicles over the course of 100 days to 100 U.S. nonprofits, with winners selected through public voting on the Toyota Facebook page. Applications for the program will open ... Continue reading
Explore America's Wild West on Guided Motorcycle Tours with Western Moto Riders
Feb 9, 2012
BEND, Ore.--Western Moto Riders LLC, a Bend, Oregon-based tour company, has unveiled a new offering: American motorcycle holidays that invoke the culture of the wild west. The tours begin this summer. The company's all-inclusive, small guided tours include breathtaking scenery, sweeping rides and authentic Americana, r ... Continue reading
Feb 9, 2012
With Photo - Revolutionary campervan based on the VW T5 Transporter - A truly spacious, comfortable camper with all of the advantages of a compact vehicle - Rear Pod technology creates almost 2 metres of additional usable space - The Pod extends electronically, deploying two legs that self-level on uneven terrain - Dou ... Continue reading
Nissan Facebook Fans Invited to Participate in "Project 370Z"
Feb 9, 2012
Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today launched a social media-directed Nissan 370Z build-up called "Project 370Z" at the Chicago Auto Show -- where the upcoming 2013 Nissan 370Z is also being previewed. The goal of the project is to utilize the passion and knowledge of Nissan Z fans online to help direct the creation ... Continue reading
Hertz First to Trial Wireless EV Recharging
Feb 8, 2012
The Hertz Corporation and Hertz Global EV are implementing the first wireless charging system for electric vehicles (EVs) in the car rental industry. Hertz has the most diverse fleet of EVs for both rental and carshare. "Hertz is committed to its Global EV program, introducing electric vehicles into our rental fleet on ... Continue reading
Ram Launches New Luxury Model Laramie Limited at Chicago Auto Show +VIDEO
Feb 8, 2012
CHICAGO - February 8, 2012: For 2012, Ram Truck will expand its model lineup by adding the new, top-of-the-line Ram Laramie Limited. "The Ram Truck brand's greatest strengths are our commitment to listen to customers and to understand what motivates them," said Fred Diaz, President and CEO, Ram Truck Brand - Chrysler ... Continue reading
Feb 8, 2012
Shelby GT500 convertible blasts into the Windy City in celebration of SVT The official launch of SVT came at the 1992 Chicago Auto Show with the unveiling of the 1993 SVT Mustang Cobra and SVT F-150 Lightning. Now, Ford returns to Chicago to celebrate the past and look to the future with the 2013 Shelby GT500 convertib ... Continue reading
All-New 2013 Mazda CX-5 Named Best Small Utility Vehicle by MotorWeek
Feb 8, 2012
The latest arrival to the Zoom-Zoom family and the first to fully incorporate the full suite of SKYACTIV technologies, the all-new 2013 CX-5 has earned Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) its 16th overall Drivers' Choice Award, as announced by MotorWeek at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show. Expected to go on sale in early ... Continue reading
2012 Dodge Durango Receives MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Award at the Chicago Auto Show
Feb 8, 2012
2012 Dodge Durango earns MotorWeek Drivers' Choice award (shared with Jeep Grand Cherokee) Dodge brand January 2012 sales increase 29 percent; best January since 2008 Dodge Durango January 2012 sales jump 152 percent The year may be young, but Dodge brand vehicles are continuing to gain momentum, earning recognition fr ... Continue reading
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