June 18, 2013
- Hopes of a bottoming of the European have been frustrated, and the small April uptick turned out as a flash in the pan. We warned in April not to read too much into car data, caused by a curious confluence of calendars. We predicted two weeks ago that the EU market will continue on its [...]
June 17, 2013
- However, there's one big asterisk.
- Australia’s V8 Supercar series has traditionally been a two-horse race, with Ford and GM’s Australian subsidiary, Holden, duking it out on the tracks of Oz. The 2013 season has seen the arrival of Nissan and Mercedes-Benz, although the ranks of the series are still dominated by Fords and Holdens. Next season, a fifth manufacturer will take to tracks like Bathurst, Sandown, and Circuit of the Americas—Volvo.
- Pros and cons* Pros Great ergonomics, extremely stylish, decent fuel economy, affordable price, generous warranty and numerous standard features are the many attractive drawing cards of this sedan. Cons We can criticize its low rear-seat headroom, rear torsion-bar suspension that limits handling, a feeble engine, ordinary fit and finish, vague steering and soft suspension that is tuned towards comfort. Price The manual transmission Elantra L Sedan starts at $15,949. The automatic...
- Goodwood has issued a list of the drivers and cars confirmed for the 2013 Goodwood Festival of Speed Goodwood has issued a complete list of drivers appearing at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed 2013. Drivers and riders competing on the hillclimb at this year’s event include past and present F1, WRC and Le Mans drivers.The Festival of Speed will also feature stars of film and radio, such as Peter Fonda and Chris Evans.The full, provisional list of drivers and cars:Rally Rauno Aaltonen...
- General Motors, Ford and Chrysler have forged some of the most distinctive designs since tail fins were soaring in the postwar era.General Motors, Ford and Chrysler have forged some of the most distinctive designs since tail fins were soaring in the postwar era.
June 16, 2013
- They’ve been revealed and driven, and have been the source of a great deal of speculation and some trash-talking by truck fans on both sides of the GM/Ford fence. Now, we have a better idea of the prices on some of the most popular configurations. Configurators for the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 1500 [...]
- NASCAR, America's dominant racing series, is flush with the success of its new car, which has rewarded Ford, Chevrolet and Toyota with exciting races since it debuted in Daytona in March. Chrysler
- We are back with this week’s installment of AutoGuide’s newest, interactive weekly feature ‘Commute, Toy or Destroy’. Once again, we present to you a choice of three vehicles. We’re asking you to decide which one you would make your daily driver, which one would be used for cruise nights, and which one should be sent... more
- GM's new pickups are getting strong reviews. But GM's strategy for the pickups is also all new -- and GM's CEO freely admits that he took a page from archrival Ford.
June 15, 2013
- Pros and cons* Pros The 2013 Hyundai Genesis Sedan distinguishes itself by its quality-built interior, ease-of-access, comfortable rear seats, quiet and supple ride, as well as being a reliable and affordable vehicle that has an impressive list of standard equipment. Cons Taut suspension, vague steering, the absence of an all-wheel drive option, and mediocre fuel economy. Price The entry-level Genesis, badged 3.8, starts at $39,999. The 3.8 with Premium package starts at $44,999....
June 14, 2013
- Pros and cons* Pros Great ergonomics, extremely stylish, decent fuel economy, affordable price, generous warranty and numerous standard features are the many attractive drawing cards of this sedan. Cons We can criticize its low rear-seat headroom, rear torsion-bar suspension that limits handling, a feeble engine, ordinary fit and finish, vague steering and soft suspension that is tuned towards comfort. Price The manual transmission Elantra L Sedan starts at $15,949. The automatic...
- Ford expecting sharp growth in premium small cars and crossovers; Toyota's latest legal step; Garmin's cockpit for cars..