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Like much of the auto press, we'll be at next week's Chicago Auto Show to see the covers come off the concepts and production cars. While Chicago has traditionally been a truck show, at least one maker is unveiling a concept for a small and economical--but still sporty and cool--compact car. The...
The stakes are high for Super Bowl XLVI this Sunday. Not just for the New York Giants and New England Patriots, though, but for the sponsors who spend millions on the... February 3, 2012 by Antony Ingram
In today’s gadget-obsessed world it’s not unusual to see brand new computers, cellphones and gadgets taken apart hours after their release on websites like... February 3, 2012 by Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield
Some Republicans aren't fans of plug-in cars. That much was clear from the official hearing of the House Committee on Oversight & Government Reform into the NHTSA’s... February 3, 2012 by Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield 5
With last month's sales of the 2012 Chevy Volt less than half what they were in December, Chevrolet has stepped up its efforts to sell its innovative but pricey... February 2, 2012 by John Voelcker 5
It's been six years since the last Volkswagen Beetle TDI was on sale in North America, but Volkswagen has now announced a brand new model. Due to be launched at the 2012... February 2, 2012 by Antony Ingram
Back in 1955, French carmaker Citroën launched one of the most dramatic-looking cars ever made. It was named the DS, in French pronounced Déesse, meaning... February 2, 2012 by Antony Ingram 1
They say that every cloud has a silver lining - in other words, there's a bright side to even the darkest of situations. That being the case, what's the opposite? What's the... February 2, 2012 by Antony Ingram 2
It's now confirmed: Fiat is following in the footsteps of MINI and delving into its past to bring back a famous nameplate for its upcoming Fiat 500 wagon. Due to be launched... February 2, 2012 by Antony Ingram 1
If you’re in the market for a new electric car, the chances are you already know about the $7,500 credit you can claim against your federal taxes -- but what about... February 2, 2012 by Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield 3
If you buy a new car but can’t get anywhere near the gas mileage the automaker says you should, can you sue them for misleading you? For Heather Peters -- former... February 2, 2012 by Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield 8
Toyota might be the world’s largest hybrid automaker, but that isn’t stopping rival Japanese automaker Nissan from trying to become the world leader in hybrid... February 2, 2012 by Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield 2
The compact crossover segment is one of the hottest segments right now, and every automaker wants its share of the sales pie, including Nissan. The 2012 Rogue is Nissan's... February 1, 2012 by Joel Feder 1
President Obama might see a bright future for electric cars in the United States, but not everyone shares his positive outlook. Unsurprisingly, oil giants BP and Exxon are... February 1, 2012 by Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield 24
It's hard to believe, but the current Smart ForTwo has been soldiering on in the U.S. North American market for five years now. Mercedes-Benz offshoot Smart has never enjoyed... February 1, 2012 by Antony Ingram 4
Range extenders, small gasoline engines that produce electricity to run electric cars after their battery packs discharge, will likely see huge innovation in the coming... February 1, 2012 by John Voelcker 4
Last year, U.S. car buyers drove home in roughly 17,000 plug-in cars, the bulk of them Nissan Leafs and Chevrolet Volts. As several more plug-in cars enter the market this... February 1, 2012 by John Voelcker 4

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