Month: April 2016
The Rise and Fall of Mitsubishi
Partnerships, recalls, financial problems, and scandals…oh my! I wrote this article several days before leaving on a business trip, so…
Ford Investment Gives Donald Trump Something to Crow About…or Not
Ford gears up to produce new 10-speed automatic transmissions. Earlier this week, the Ford Motor Company announced a $1.6 billion…
The 2016 Chevrolet Cruze by the Numbers
The second-generation Chevrolet Cruze is here. Hatchback and diesel variants soon follow. The Chevrolet Cruze is a compact car, released…
New Lexus IS Makes Global Introduction at Beijing Motor Show
Refreshed Lexus IS debuts at Auto China 2016. Lexus’ entry in the compact luxury market is the IS, a vehicle…
Right Now: Lease a Used Car
Leasing deals on new cars can extend to used cars too. Soaring new car prices mean sticker shock is a…
Honda Wins Earth Day Accolades for 3 New Green Models
Going green on Earth Day, Honda style. Automakers like to time important news with key events, including Earth Day which…
Tesla Model X Quality Woes Amplified
Tesla’s second full-production model encounters hiccups early in the rollout process. The sheen is off of the Tesla Model X….
The 2017 Ford Escape by the Numbers
Refreshed for 2017, the compact Ford Escape SUV remains a strong model in its segment. Mid-product cycle updates are supposed…
Lexus: 1 Million Hybrid Vehicles Later
The Lexus brand is a hybrid leader, dominating the luxury segment and with plans to expand its offerings. Luxury manufacturers…
Lincoln Continental: Revived and Competitively Priced
Continental is back, the all-new flagship sedan for the Lincoln brand. The Ford Motor Company is sticking with its beleaguered…
Can You Dig It? Faraday Future Plots Course in Nevada
Upstart Chinese-backed electric vehicle maker breaks ground in North Las Vegas, Nevada. Faraday Future is an emerging US car manufacturing…
How to Order a 2017 Ford GT Supercar
Ford GT ordering has begun and we’ll tell you how to snag one of these beauties! Ford’s all-new GT super…
Buying a Car: Paperwork and Other Documentation
When closing a deal on a new or used car, paperwork and other documentation must be submitted and completed before…
It’s a Buyers Market for Small Car Shoppers
Some of the best deals are for small cars. You might have your eye on that small SUV, but if…
Chevrolet Bolt Will Beat Tesla Model 3 to Market by at Least a Year
GM will have at least a year advantage to make a case for the Chevrolet Bolt. Will it be enough…
Chrysler Pacifica Minivan Throws Down the Gauntlet
The all-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica arrives this spring. If you thought the minivan segment was in its death throes, you…
This Week: Spring 2016 Charlotte AutoFair
The biannual Charlotte AutoFair returns this week, offering four jam-packed days of action for car lovers and thrill seekers alike….
The Top 10 Fuel Efficient Cars of 2016
What are the most fuel-efficient vehicles of 2016? Our list excludes electric and plug-in electric hybrid vehicles, and features 10…