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2014 BMW M6 Overview
For the 2014 model year, the BMW M6 now has the option for a six-speed manual transmission alongside the seven-speed automated manual. BMW has also made satellite radio and soft-close…
Singapore to Start Limiting Private Car Ownership
Starting in February, Singapore will start enforcing a limit on private car ownership, in an effort to reduce traffic congestion. Right now, the government allows just a .25% increase in…
Montreal Man Receives Ticket for Singing Along to '90s Dance Number “Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)”
I’ll have to keep this in mind the next time I want to sing along to the entire Space Jam soundtrack Photo: C+C Music Factory Vevo In the 1990 smash hit…
New Ford Fiesta Earns Five Stars in Euro NCAP Crash Testing
Ford may not be bringing the all-new Ford Fiesta to the United States, much to the chagrin of those who love fun little cars with a lot of personality. It…
Report: 2020 Cadillac Escalade Set to Get Independent Rear Suspension
Will Cadillac offer the upcoming XT3 crossover with a plug-in hybrid powertrain? Though it was last given a generational upgrade for the 2015 model year, the Cadillac Escalade hasn’t changed…
Vauxhall Retailers Make AdBlue Top Ups Easier, More Affordable
AdBlue technology, aimed at reducing harmful emissions created by burning diesel fuel, continues to catch on with drivers in the United Kingdom. Like any other essential fluid, AdBlue requires regular…
Stanford Swimmer Katie Ledecky Wins Honda Cup
Freshman Olympian Katie of the Stanford University Swimming & Diving team has been named the Collegiate Woman Athlete of the Year, earning her the prestigious Honda Cup, which was presented…
2017 Honda Civic Type R On Sale Today for $33,900
At long last, the date has arrived—the first-ever American Type R is on sale today at Honda dealerships nationwide. The 2017 Honda Civic Type R is available in a single…
Ford Announces Multiple Senior Leadership Changes After CEO Shakeup
Dave Schoch, Group Vice President and President of Ford Asia Pacific, will retire on August 1st Continuing the fallout from the announcement that former Steelcase CEO Jim Hackett is succeeding…
Nissan Agrees to Algerian Assembly Plant
Trade wars and shifting vehicle demands are changing the landscape of car manufacturing. To adapt to the new world, Nissan signed a joint venture agreement this month to build a…
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage Named Among KBB.com’s '10 Most Affordable New Cars'
The 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage was recently called the “Most Affordable Car to Lease” on the market but it turns out that if you’re more interested in buying than leasing, the…
Protect Your Data from Skimmers at the Pump
Paying at the pump with a credit card is the quickest way to handle a necessary chore. And, unfortunately, it’s also a sitting duck for identity thieves. Yes, every time…
Kelley Blue Book Grants Mazda the 2017 Brand Image Award for “Best Car Styling Brand”
Good looks run in the family Rewind the clock about two years, and you will find a younger me on the hunt for my first car. After writing about cars…
Top 7 Biggest Names in the Current Auto Industry You Need to Know
People come and go from the limelight in the automotive industry like celebrities each with their 15 minutes of fame, but some names have persisted over the years and become…
Nissan's Super-Compact EV Drives Car Sharing Service in City of Yokohama
A car-sharing service, a joint venture of the City of Yokohama and Nissan Motor Co., features the Nissan New Mobility Concept car, a super-compact electric vehicle. Photo: Nissan “Choimobi Yokohama,”…
2017 Lincoln Continental Makes Autotrader's Best Interiors List, Scores Well in 2017 VDS
Lincoln earned recognition for the interior luxury of its new flagship sedan and an above-industry-average score in J.D. Power’s 2017 US Vehicle Dependability Study last month. The all-new 2017 Lincoln…
Honda Celebrates Production of One Millionth Automobile in Indonesia
PT Honda Prospect Motor (HPM) celebrated its one million-unit automobile production milestone in a ceremony held at the Karawang Factory in Indonesia today. The ceremony’s distinguished guests included Director General…
Chevy Launches Tracker, Cruze Turbo in Ecuador
From left to right: Luis Felipe Thurdekoos, Commercial Director; Luis Enrique Landínez, Executive President; and Oscar Fandiño, GM OBB Marketing Manager of Ecuador Chevrolet earlier this year launched the new…
[Watch] Ford Has a Valentine's Day Surprise for Service Industry Employees
When it comes to holidays that regard togetherness as a commodity, those in the service industry tend to be overlooked. If part of your Valentine’s Day plans entail dinner out,…
Z/28 Chevy Bowtie Cools Camaro
Introducing the new Z/28 Chevy Bowtie: The Flowtie Chevrolet is always looking for ways to improve performance. While developing the 2014 Camaro Z/28, no detail was too small to be…
Japan Offers Cheap Meals and Spa Deals in Exchange for Elderly Drivers’ Licenses
Photo: Masaaki Komori Japan has been having a particular traffic problem lately, as although traffic accidents have fallen overall, there is one area where they have risen: crashes involving drivers…
2017 Toyota Corolla iM Overview
Following the demise of Scion and thus of the Scion iM, the lovable sporty hatchback has returned under the Toyota nameplate as the 2017 Toyota Corolla iM. Its peppy engine…
2017 Cadillac CTS Overview
Blessed with incredible handling characteristics, three powerful engine options, and an available all-wheel driving system, the 2017 Cadillac CTS provides an excellent combination of sporty driving and advanced tech equipment,…
2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA Overview
What's New Exterior Performance Efficiency Interior Safety 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA What’s new for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA? The Mercedes-Benz CLA is largely unchanged from the previous model year. However, the…
Alessandro Zanardi Returns to BMW After Paralympic Gold
Alessandro Zanardi is a legend around BMW. He started his career as a Formula 1 driver, but then a horrific crash caused him to lose his legs. Instead of giving…
BMW i3 and BMW i8 Get a New Look in Paris
Since the day the BMW i3 and i8 were presented to the world, both models have been given a lot of good press for their sharp looks. They might already look…
2014 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Overview
The 2014 SLK-Class is among Mercedes’ most aggressively-designed vehicles with an imposing front fascia that features a large Mercedes badge. The standard 17-inch wheels and LED running lights create a…
Tony Francavilla Named General Motors' New VP of Global Quality
General Motors announced on Wednesday that it has appointed Tony Francavilla its new Vice President, Global Quality, effective immediately. The 58-year-old Francavilla will henceforth head up GM’s efforts to set…
2017 Porsche Macan Overview
The 2017 Porsche Macan is a compact SUV that has better performance capabilities than many sports cars. When equipped with the available 3.6-liter twin turbocharged V6 engine, the ‘17 Porsche…
2017 Chrysler Pacifica Named Overall Best Family Car at 2016 Family Car Challenge
The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica was named the Overall Best Family Car at the GAAMA 2016 Family Car Challenge It’s easy to see that the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica is changing how…
Nissan's Sunderland UK Plant Hits New Nissan LEAF Milestone
The Nissan LEAF is making waves around the world, and it has just been included in a deal to send the world’s largest EV taxi fleet to a company in…
Kia Names Troye Sivan as “Kia’s One to Watch” on 2016 Billboard Music Awards
Up-and-coming musician Troye Sivan is “Kia’s One to Watch” at the 2016 Billboard Music Awards Photo: Benjamin Askinas Music has the ability to unite the world and Kia understands that. Because…
2016 Toyota Prius Gets 5 Stars in Euro NCAP Testing
The 2016 Toyota Prius earned five stars from Euro NCAP Today, Euro NCAP, a vehicle safety watchdog much like the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the National Highway…
Opel is Apparently Considering Building a Production Version of its Weird GT Coupe
It’s pretty well understood that whenever an automaker shows off an extremely stylized concept vehicle and suggests that it will enter into production, the finished product is going to be…
2016 Ford Flex Overview
Some people call the Ford Flex a wagon and others refer to it as a crossover SUV, but whatever you decide to call it, the 2016 Ford Flex offers a…
2014 Dodge Journey Crossroad to Debut in Chicago
2014 Dodge Journey Crossroad This week at the Chicago Auto Show, Dodge will unveil the all-new 2014 Dodge Journey Crossroad. This baby, which debuts after the Journey’s best sales year…
8 Best Film Scores to Inspire Your Inner Racer
Listen to this great movie music when you’re behind the wheel! Photo: Paramount Pictures No matter what you’re doing, life is better with a soundtrack. It adds excitement, emotion, drama,…
5 Tips for Riding on the Back of a Motorcycle
Photo: Mateusz Dach You don’t have to have a motorcycle license to end up on a motorcycle. Of course, you need one to be the rider, but being a passenger…
Ford Builds 5-Millionth Super Duty in Kentucky
2015 Ford F-450 Super Duty Ford marks another momentous occasion for one of its linchpin namebadges in October as the 5-millionth Super Duty rolls off the line at the Kentucky Truck…
5 Life Hacks for Cars
Whether you’re great at fixing things and simplifying your life or not, chances are most of us appreciate shortcuts to streamline our daily routine. Here are five life hacks for…
5 Heisman Winners Build Habitat Home
The Heisman Trophy is the highest award in college football, and it is an honor only bestowed once a year. Nissan has partnered with the Heisman Trophy Trust organization for…
4 Things to Consider Before Buying a Sports Car
The 2017 Porsche 911 GTS You’re standing in front of the iconic London Eye when a McLaren 675LT Spider zips by and parks a few meters away. What are you…
Counting Down 10 Big Ones in the Daytona 500
Every sport has its grand event. For football, it’s the Super Bowl. In baseball, it’s the World Series. When it comes to NASCAR, the Great American Race at the Daytona…
Counting Down 10 Big Ones in the Daytona 500
Every sport has its grand event. For football, it’s the Super Bowl. In baseball, it’s the World Series. When it comes to NASCAR, the Great American Race at the Daytona…
4 Coolest Car Photos from Milo Ventimiglia's Instagram
Best known for his roles on Gilmore Girls, Heroes, and now the hit NBC drama This Is Us, Milo Ventimiglia is a heartthrob for many. Interestingly, the actor has an interest in cars, even going…
3 Reasons a Car Enthusiast Would Never Want to Be President
Photo: © General Motors While many Americans enjoy driving the open road with the windows down, or better yet in a convertible, it’s ironic that the top official of our country…
Tommy Kendall's Chicken-Inspired 1973 Oldsmobile
September marks that weird lull period between two holidays. Labor Day has long passed and Halloween seems so far away. You might think that there’s nothing worth celebrating about September, but…
United Kingdom Loses Nissan X-Trail Production
The United Kingdom is in the middle of a bitter divorce from the European Union called Brexit, and negotiations are not going well. All the uncertainty has pushed Nissan to…
Rumor: New Toyota Supra to be Called S-FR
The gorgeous FT-1 concept could lend styling to the new Supra Ever since Toyota discontinued the Supra in 2002, loyal fans have been patiently (or impatiently) awaiting its return. When…
2018 Volkswagen Tiguan Earns Bragging Rights as 2017’s Best Compact SUV
The 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan is heading into the last part of 2017 with high praise; Cars.com has just deemed the all-new 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan the “Best Compact SUV of 2017.”…
