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Chevy’s Small Cars Are Beating Out the Competition

Chevy’s Small Cars Are Beating Out the Competition

Who would have thought, just a few years ago, that some of the key players in Chevy’s lineup would be incredibly small? In fact, Chevy is one of two brands (the other is Scion) that sells both a subcompact and a minicar in the American marketplace—and Chevy does it well, too. According to a report […]

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Jota Sport Zytek Z11SN Nissan Tops LM P2 Class

Jota Sport Zytek Z11SN Nissan Tops LM P2 Class

For the second year in a row, a Nissan-powered car took home the top spot in the LM P2 class at the 24 Hours of Le Mans race after the Jota Sport Zytek Z11SN Nissan finished first in its class and fifth in the overall standings. Most impressive is the fact that Nissan-powered vehicles took […]

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2015 Camaro Updates Are Few But Important

2015 Camaro Updates Are Few But Important

The 2014 Camaro got a pretty nice refresh (no complaints here at least), plus the addition of the Z/28, which was an instant success. It makes sense, then, that 2015 Camaro updates are few. The changes we will see, however, are pretty exciting. Stay in Your Budget: Find out why the 2016 Chevy Spark is […]

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World Cup of Cars: Columbia vs. Greece

World Cup of Cars: Columbia vs. Greece

Welcome to day three of the 2014 World Cup, and also of our new series, the World Cup of Cars. Today’s Columbia vs. Greece match will see the two countries battle it out to determine who will make it to the knockout stages. This is Greece’s third appearance at the World Cup and the team […]

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World Cup of Cars

World Cup of Cars

Welcome to our series, the World Cup of Cars. In this series of articles, we take a look at some of the most popular vehicles from each country competing in the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, and pit them against each other to see who will be the ultimate winner. We’ll be updating daily, so […]

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Celebrating 25 Years of the BMW 8 Series

Celebrating 25 Years of the BMW 8 Series

The BMW 8 Series was first introduced to the world 25 years ago and was last produced 10 years later, but for the fans, no amount of time can begin to erase its memory and legacy. Last week on June 3, the international BMW 8 Series community from club 8er.org and ClubE31 Worldwide Owners Group […]

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Hertz Corvette Stingray Rental Now Available

Hertz Corvette Stingray Rental Now Available

Renting a car is never much of an exciting affair. You pay too much for a car that isn’t anything special—or at least not more special than the car you left back at the airport in your hometown. If you’re on a business trip, you should be riding around with more style. If you’re on […]

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General Motors May Sales: Highest Sales Since ’08

General Motors May Sales: Highest Sales Since ’08

General Motors May sales totaled 284,694 units, up 13 percent compared to May 2013. This marks the company’s best May in seven years and the best monthly sales since August of 2008. Specifically, retail sales were up 10 percent and fleet sales shot up 21 percent. New SUV Profile: 2015 Chevrolet Suburban “The momentum we generated […]

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Lingenfelter Camaro Z/28 Pumps Out 657 Horsepower

Lingenfelter Camaro Z/28 Pumps Out 657 Horsepower

The unaltered 2014 Chevy Camaro Z/28 already packs a powerful punch. The muscle car lays down 505 horsepower from its 7.0-liter LS7, but more is always better, right? That’s where Lingenfelter comes in. The Lingenfelter Camaro Z/28 ups the pony car’s horsepower from 505 to 657, thanks to a generous Edelbrock E-Force TVS2300 intercooled supercharger […]

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2013 Chevy Volt Overview

2013 Chevy Volt Overview

What’s New for the 2013 Chevy Volt The 2013 Chevrolet Volt gets a new “Hold” mode, which makes it possible to save all-electric operation for times when it’s most efficient to use an electric-only mode. Also new is a Low Emissions package, which allows the Volt to cruise HOV lanes in California and New York. […]

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Navigating the US: Getting Around in Atlanta, Georgia

Navigating the US: Getting Around in Atlanta, Georgia

Atlanta, Georgia is the place where southern charm meets world-class sophistication. Boasting an incredible skyline, one of the U.S.’s busiest airports, and every modern amenity you can hope to find, visitors can also find all the charm and elegance associated with the South – slow down for some sweet tea and don’t miss the peach […]

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Guys, Let’s All Buy the 500e Just Because Marchionne Said Not To

Guys, Let’s All Buy the 500e Just Because Marchionne Said Not To

It’s an odd thing when the CEO of a carmaker hates making a car—and directs his customers to eschew the vehicle at all costs. But that’s exactly what Fiat Chrysler Automobiles CEO, Sergio Marchionne, told us all to do—not to buy the 500e—a couple days ago during a talk at the Brookings Institution. “I hope […]

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2015 Kia Optima Gets Updated Tech, Interior Refinements

2015 Kia Optima Gets Updated Tech, Interior Refinements

The all-new 2015 Kia Optima has arrived with a number of updates over the 2014 model, especially in terms of new technology and a refreshed interior. Available trims on the 2015 Optima include LX, EX, SX, SX Turbo, and SX-Limited. Kia’s next-generation UVO eServices will be offered optionally on EX, SX, and SX Turbo, and […]

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Solar-Powered Dutch Dealership to Use Prius Batteries to Store Surplus Power

Solar-Powered Dutch Dealership to Use Prius Batteries to Store Surplus Power

Windmills, tulips, bicycles; there are many things we tend to associate with The Netherlands, but solar power typically isn’t one of them. But judging by Dutch dealership Louwman Hague Toyota’s use of solar panels to produce power, perhaps we ought to adjust our stereotypes. The Toyota dealer in question not only powers his dealership using […]

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OnStar with 4G LTE Launches Next Month

OnStar with 4G LTE Launches Next Month

Starting in June, drivers of select GM vehicles will have access to OnStar with 4G LTE. Drivers will get a free three-month trial period (or three gigabytes, whichever comes first). The 2015 Malibu will be the first vehicle to claim the updated tech, but more than 30 other Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac vehicles will […]

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Jim Federico, GM Global Head of Subcompact Vehicles, Announces Retirement

Jim Federico, GM Global Head of Subcompact Vehicles, Announces Retirement

Jim Federico has been with General Motors for 36 years but formally announced his retirement just two days ago. Federico served as the Executive Chief Engineer of Subcompact and Electric Vehicles. Most recently, he reported to Mark Reuss, GM Head of Product Development, though he used to report to Mary Barra before her promotion to […]

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American Honda Motor April Sales Up 1.1 Percent

American Honda Motor April Sales Up 1.1 Percent

American Honda Motor has announced that combined sales of Honda and Acura vehicles totaled 132,456 in April, resulting in a 1.1 percent year-over-year increase. Honda Division also posted a 1.1 percent increase with 118,334 units sold, thanks to the strength of their CR-V, Accord, and Civic models. “After a few truly chilling winter months, it’s […]

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U.S. VW Sales in April Drop 8.4 Percent

U.S. VW Sales in April Drop 8.4 Percent

Volkswagen sales are down 10.4 percent one-third of the way through the year; VW's bright spots include the Passat, Jetta, and TDI Clean Diesel model lineup.

Volkswagen has announced their April sales figures and, to be frank, they’re not terribly pretty. VW Sales in April totaled 30,831, down 8.4 percent year-to-date and bringing the automaker’s U.S. sales down 10.4 percent year-to-date. Though Volkswagen has largely failed to find its footing in America in 2014, there are a bright spots from which […]