Tuesday, June 18th, 2013
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NEWS
Fiat 500 by Gucci is back
Did you miss out on the Gucci limited-edition Fiat 500 last year? You’re in luck; the designer Fiat is back in North America for a limited time starting this June. … Read more
More Headlines
- Acura looks beyond North America for new customers
- Another small one for Lexus
- Shocking number of beaters on the road
- Acura TL Special Edition raises interest
- 2014 Toyota Corolla makes up for lost time
CAR REVIEWS
Ford C-Max Energi challenges Prius head-on
Once upon a time, Ford was a truck company (Hey, the Model T and Model A were trucks by modern standards.) and that was what it did best. It still … Read more
TIPS & SUGGESTIONS
Larger turbo didn’t equal more power?
Q: I put a larger turbo on my car and don’t see any additional power. I had the boost pressure checked out and it’s putting out more than the original … Read more
More Headlines
- Ford pickup hesitates during acceleration?
- On J. D. Power list, a “problem” can be any possible issue with the vehicle
- Should reader buy a used Fisker?
- What’s the big deal about dry sump engines?
- Should replacement windshield be OEM?
MOTORSPORTS
Complex NASCAR rules result in restart controversy
The trend continues for NASCAR competitors, fans and the media to talk more about technicalities, penalties and judgment calls than about competition and race results. The latest brouhaha is about … Read more
BMW M1 on display at M event in Texas
Roberto Cavalli Life Ball MINI charity auction
V8 Supercars invade Austin, TX
Billetproof, Milan MI (Part Two)
MYSTERY CAR
DID YOU KNOW?
Ford Mustang to star in Need for Speed film
Since its introduction, the Ford Mustang’s been a movie star, in spite of its humble economy-car roots. Ford’s pony car first hit the big screen in 1964, the first year … Read more
OnStar more than holding its own
Unbeknownst to most folks, General Motors’ assistance desk and concierge service has become quite the profit center for the automaker since its launch in 1995, with 5.7 million subscribers throughout … Read more
A Fast and Furious sales bump?
Fyidriving.com hears that Fiat-controlled Chrysler is hoping that its association with the sixth installment of the Fast and Furious movie franchise will help speed up popularity of the automaker’s Dodge … Read more
BMW M Power app is your virtual pit crew chief
High horsepower and high technology meet in BMW’s M cars, so it’s fitting that the racing experts have created an app designed to turn your smartphone into a track-day vehicle … Read more
Get your photo on a Jones bottle, win a Fiat
Jones Soda is known for its packaging, which features photos and artwork designed by its customers. The company has teamed up with Fiat for its new “Jonesin’ for a Fiat … Read more
AUTO SHOWS
HOT ROD Power Tour kicks off with Hot Wheels Camaro
HOT ROD magazine’s 19th Power Tour starts on June 1. The week-long, multi-city hot rod cruise covers about 1200 miles through half a dozen states, and offers a cruise and … Read more
More Headlines
- Classic Ferraris continue to break the bank
- BMW unveils Pininfarina-designed Gran Lusso Coupe
- Cadenza may not be the limit for Kia
- Lamborghini 50th Anniversary Grand Tour
GREEN
Fisker still has a few friends
Fisker Automotive, maker of the dormant Karma electric luxury car, might be on life support, but where there’s a pulse there’s hope. Fyidriving.com hears that founder Henrik Fisker, who is … Read more