Wednesday, June 19th, 2013
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NEWS
Nissan Versa Note priced at $13,990
Starting in 2014, the designation “Note” indicates the five-door Nissan Versa, distinguishing it from the sedan. Redesigned to go along with the four-door, the new Versa Note goes on sale … Read more
More Headlines
- Goodyear Eagle Sport shows how far tires have come
- Fiat 500 by Gucci is back
- Acura looks beyond North America for new customers
- Another small one for Lexus
- Shocking number of beaters on the road
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
Q: When to replace the exhaust?
Q: My 2006 Altima has nearly 100,000 miles on it and I’d like to know when I might expect to have to replace the exhaust. — Donna in Carlisle, Pa. … Read more
More Headlines
- Larger turbo didn’t equal more power?
- 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?
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?
Porsche’s smallest four-wheeler
Getting your first Porsche just got a lot easier. The German sports car experts have just released a new kids’ go-cart through the Driver Selection accessory line. Okay, so it’s … Read more
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
AUTO SHOWS
2014 Jeep Cherokee pricing set
Jeep has high hopes for the re-imagined Cherokee which is debuting for 2014. The classic nameplate has been applied to a thoroughly modern SUV that combines everything that makes the … Read more
More Headlines
- HOT ROD Power Tour kicks off with Hot Wheels Camaro
- Classic Ferraris continue to break the bank
- BMW unveils Pininfarina-designed Gran Lusso Coupe
- Cadenza may not be the limit for Kia
GREEN
Tesla to take Supercharger network nationwide
Part of Tesla’s success in pleasing its early-adopter customers lies in its network of “Supercharger” vehicle charging stations that currently makes long-distance travel feasible in California and Nevada, and between … Read more