May 12, 2013
- Pros and Cons* Pros The 2013 Kia Optima provides a lot of bang for the buck, which is definitely its main competitive advantage. The driver-oriented instrument cluster, inspired design, great fit and finish, generous cabin space, well-balanced chassis and choice of engines combine to give the Optima a definite leg up on its competitors. Cons On the flipside, absence of an all-wheel drive option, overly firm suspension, and poor quality original equipment tires contribute to lower the overall...
- General Motors is feeling pretty good about Chevrolet these days, and not without reason. Not everything's rosy, however.
May 11, 2013
- Pros and Cons* Pros The 2013 Kia Optima provides a lot of bang for the buck, which is definitely its main competitive advantage. The driver-oriented instrument cluster, inspired design, great fit and finish, generous cabin space, well-balanced chassis and choice of engines combine to give the Optima a definite leg up on its competitors. Cons On the flipside, absence of an all-wheel drive option, overly firm suspension, and poor quality original equipment tires contribute to lower the overall...
May 9, 2013
- Holden’s all-new mid-size car, the Malibu has been awarded a maximum 5 star ANCAP safety rating ahead of its showroom debut next month.
May 8, 2013
- Highlights* Generous passenger and cargo room, superb ergonomics, and comfortable seats attract drivers to the 2013 Subaru Legacy. Of course, standard AWD and above-average resale value also have a lot to say in the car's success. Lowlights* The base audio system is sub-par, vague steering takes some fun out of the driving experience, and the loss of a turbocharged GT model will disappoint many potential buyers. The noisy 4-cylinder engine doesn't help, either. Pricing The 2013 Subaru Legacy...
- You can forget about electric vehicles, hybrids or mega-horsepower supercars — the hottest, most competitive new vehicle segment right now is the mid-sized family sedan market. It started with the latest versions of the Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima, followed by all-new models of the Toyota Camry, Chevrolet Malibu, Nissan Altima, Ford Fusion and our two combatants:
May 7, 2013
- Things could get a little smoky.
- General Motors of Canada has issued a recall on the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu as well as the 2012-2013 Buick Regal and LaCrosse. A total of 438 units are affected, all with e-Assist. In some cases, the Generator Control Module (GCM) may not function correctly. This could cause a gradual loss of battery charge, which would illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp. Eventually, the engine may stall. In conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and the driver's reactions, this could increase the...
- After taking the 2013 model year off, it looks like Chevrolet is putting the final touches on the next-generation Colorado, which is already on sale in South America, Asia and Australia. While we don't know when truck buyers in the US will be able to get their hands on the next-generation Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon, we do know that the trucks will be built at GM's Wentzville, MO plant. This plant currently building the Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana, but GM is giving it an expansion,...
May 6, 2013
- General Motors is recalling 38,197 eAssist-equipped vehicles for a faulty circuit board that could lead to a fire in the trunk in the worst case scenario. The recall affects 2012 and 2013 model year Chevrolet Malibu Ecos, Buick LaCrosses, and Buick Regals equipped with eAssist and sold in the U.S. Vehicles being recalled were all... more
- General Motors Co. said it is recalling 38,197 Chevrolet Malibu Eco, and Buick LaCrosse and Regal sedans from the 2012 and 2013 model years with eAssist hybrid powertrains. The cars' generator control modules may not function properly.
- General Motors is conducting a safety recall of certain 2012 and 2013 model year Buick LaCrosse, Regal and 2013 Chevrolet Malibu hybrids for a potential defect that may result in a fire. A notice on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website puts the number of vehicles potentially affected by the recall at 42,904. Vehicles...
- GM is recalling 38,197 model-year 2012-13 Chevrolet and Buick eAssist light hybrid cars due to a problem with circuit boards in the trunk that could cause a fire, according to the Los Angeles Times. Affected vehicles include Chevrolet Malibu Eco,...
- The recall affects the Chevrolet Malibu Eco, Buick LaCrosse and Regal sedans.