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Spied: 2013 BMW 3-Series Touring!

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 05:05:47 +0000

Our Europe-based editor has nabbed BMW's upcoming 3-Series wagon.

Inmate stamps pig image on police license plates

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 07:43:07 +0000

Vermont state troopers discover that their cruisers have been carrying modified artwork.

EV maker Coda looking to increase dealer count

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:10:17 +0000

With the launch of its new Sedan EV, Coda is looking to sing more retail outlets.

More than 45 automakers expected to offer EVs by 2015

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:34:39 +0000

Just about everyone will be offering an electric vehicle by 2015.

2013 Mazda CX-5 to start at $20,685

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:16:42 +0000

Mazda has priced its CX-5 just north of Korean rivals but south of Japan's offerings.

Imported from Hollywood: Clint Eastwood to replace Eminem in Chrysler’s Super Bowl commercial

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:41:29 +0000

Chrysler will be making another big impact during this year's Super Bowl with a two-minute commercial.

Hyundai still mulling Genesis sub-brand for luxury models

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:41:06 +0000

Hyundai's premium models could be moving to a new Genesis sub-brand.

Popular Mechanics confirms Hyundai Elantra’s contentious 40 mpg rating

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:28:43 +0000

The magazine was able to replicate the Elantra's 40 mpg highway rating in real-world conditions.

Porsche forecasts 17 percent sales growth in U.S. this year

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 18:47:05 +0000

Porsche says it will grow its U.S. sales by 17 percent this year.

Ten winter driving tips to keep you on the road

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:45:24 +0000

We sat down with a winter rally school to learn what you should do in snowy and icy situations.

Updated Honda Civic to launch this year

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:12:40 +0000

Honda will rush an updated Civic to market this year.

Geneva preview: Infiniti EMERG-E

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 20:53:40 +0000

Infiniti will unveil a mid-engine plug-in electric sports car at the Geneva show.

2013 Ford Shelby GT500 convertible to bow in the Windy City

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 20:07:18 +0000

Ford will peel the top back on its GT500 convertible at the Chicago show.

Hyundai Elantra Touring replacement to bow in Chicago

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:53:27 +0000

A replacement for Hyundai's Elantra Touring will appear at the Chicago auto show.

Jaguar Heritage museum to close next September

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:38:44 +0000

The cars in the museum will still be displayed at global vintage car events.

Chicago preview: Kia Track’ster concept [Image update]

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:50:25 +0000

Kia has released the first image of its Chicago-bound Track'ster concept.

Most Lincoln dealers have agreed to showroom updates

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:33:13 +0000

Most of Ford's Lincoln dealers are moving forward with showroom improvements.

Maserati recalls 1,768 GranTurismos over faulty rear lights

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:06:54 +0000

A defective rear light assembly could lead to taillight and brake light failures.

Honda takes Acura NSX back to the future ahead of 2015 rebirth [Video]

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 08:59:40 +0000

Honda released a video showing the evolution of the Acura NSX as it tours its next-gen NSX Concept around the world's auto shows

Jeep designs pair of Ferrari-inspired Grand Cherokee SRT8 models for F1 stars

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 22:03:16 +0000

Chrysler's tie-up with Fiat has resulted in a Ferrari-themed Jeep. What a world.

Geneva preview: MINI Highgate convertible

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:06:23 +0000

MINI will unveil its Highgate convertible at the Geneva Motor Show.

The definitive Super Bowl car ad roundup!

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:00:54 +0000

Why watch the Super Bowl? We've got all the car ads right here!

Fiat delays production start of “baby” Jeep crossover

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:18:55 +0000

Fiat has decided to delay the introduction of a new compact Jeep model.

Ford to boost exports to South Korea

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 22:32:32 +0000

Ford will boost export to South Korea by 50 percent this year.

China’s Youngman makes $450M offer for Saab

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:17:11 +0000

The Chinese brand that GM stopped from buying Saab is back with an offer.

Geneva preview: Nissan INVITATION concept

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:35:05 +0000

The INVITATION previews a small hatchback that is scheduled for a 2013 launch.

Seat expands Mii range with five-door model

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:16:12 +0000

Seat has rolled out a five-door version of its Mii city car.

Chrysler drawing heat for shooting Super Bowl commercial in New Orleans, L.A.

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:42:36 +0000

Chrysler is facing some questions about the authenticity of its Super Bowl commercial.

Jaguar Land Rover to form joint venture with China’s Chery

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:09:11 +0000

In order to gain better access to the Chinese market, Jaguar Land Rover will be forming a joint venture with Chery.

Ford takes issue with Chevy’s Silverado Super Bowl ad, legal action ensues [Video]

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:01:41 +0000

The days of courteous competition between Ford and GM appear to be over.

2012 Honda Accord, Crosstour recalled for faulty airbag

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:54:08 +0000

Honda has issued a small (in terms of volume) recall for its Accord sedan and Crosstour crossover.

Mercedes teases new Citan city van

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:17:01 +0000

Mercedes is going after the smaller end of the van market with its latest Citan model.

Jaguar mulling XFR-S super sedan

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:43:35 +0000

Jaguar is considering creating a range-topping XFR-S model to better compete with rivals like the BMW M5.

Baby born in Hyundai front seat during traffic stop

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:51:44 +0000

It's not often a story starting by getting pulled over by the police ends well, but this one could be the exception.

Geneva preview: 2012 Morgan Aero Coupe

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:56:01 +0000

Morgan adds a fixed roof to the retro-styled Aero.

Clint Eastwood replaces Eminem for Chrysler’s 2012 Super Bowl ad [Video]

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:14:16 +0000

Following an epic performance last year, Chrysler tries again with another moving ad using serious star power.

China’s Beijing Auto releases Mercedes B-Class clone

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:35:38 +0000

The B-Class clone will be released next April.

U.S. auto industry added 15,000 jobs in January

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 22:53:56 +0000

The auto industry helped the U.S. economy to its lowest unemployment rate in years.

First Drive: 2012 BMW 3-Series [Review]

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:45:05 +0000

BMW's most popular model went under the knife for 2012. We hit the road to see if this expanded and turbocharged lineup is at the top of its game.

Mazda MX-5 Miata Special Edition heading to Chicago

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:32:42 +0000

As tradition would have it, Mazda has yet another special edition Miata heading to the Chicago auto show.

Diesels to account for 10 percent of U.S. market by 2015?

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:37:44 +0000

Bosch says that one out of every 10 vehicles sold in 2015 will have a diesel engine.

Mitsubishi pulling the plug on western Europe production

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:46:32 +0000

Mitsubishi will stop production at its only production facility in western Europe.

Volkswagen to launch XL1 diesel-powered plug-in hybrid in 2013

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:46:54 +0000

The XL1 will be able to travel up to 24 miles in full-electric mode.

Dash cam footage showing mayor pulling trooper over in retaliation released [Video update]

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:21:46 +0000

Remember the game of law enforcement leap frog? Now we have the juicy dashcam video to go along with it.

Chicago preview: 2013 Volkswagen Beetle TDI

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:00:36 +0000

Volkswagen's fuel-thriftiest modern Beetle is coming to next week's Chicago show. Details inside.