June 17, 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...
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...
June 12, 2013
- Pros and Cons* Pros Its affordable price, improved fuel economy, efficient 4x4 system and practical size are some of the advantages the 2013 Jeep Compass. Cons However, the passenger cab is a let-down, furnished with cheap plastic, a stiff back seat and poor soundproofing. Price The Sport 4x2, equipped with a 2.4-litre, engine starts at $18,995. An extra $1,400 will get you an automatic CVT. For $725 more than the base price, you get a 4x2 with a manual, 2.0-litre engine whereas a 2.0-...
June 5, 2013
- Since 2012 green vehicles have been the talk of the town from Canadian government financial incentives to a new CAA web page dedicated to the implementation of charging stations at various locations throughout the country. What are the different types of green vehicles? There are three categories of green vehicles in the North American market. Once you've sorted out the differences you'll know which is best for you. Count the number of motors, find out which ones propel the vehicle, and you'...
June 4, 2013
- Ford, Cadillac help lead spring rally; GM headed back to S&P 500; Lutz on Wagoner; Mitsubishi EV recall; Acura's 'missing link.'.
June 3, 2013
- U.S. light vehicle sales rose 8% in May as the industry rebounded from a disappointing April amid a surge in pickup sales and a rise in retail demand, Automotive News reports today.Nissan Motor Co., Subaru, Ford Motor Co. and Chrysler Group posted solid double-digit increases to lead the gainers. Honda Motor Co., General Motors and Toyota Motor Corp. recorded smaller gains, while Mitsubishi was the only automaker to fall.Healthy demand for large pickups and crossovers, as well as rising...
- April showers sure do have May sales flowering this year. The numbers for last month are in, and generally speaking, the US market was strong with most automakers reporting higher sales than a year ago. Of those that were in the red, most were only down in the single-digit percent range, and Mitsubishi is a mainstay near the bottom these days thanks to a number of models that left production in the last year. The only surprising poor performance was Infiniti, which reported sales for May down...
May 27, 2013
- 24/7 Wall St., a financial news and opinion website, has identified 10 big brands that it believes will disappear from the US market within the next 18 months. The list "reflects how industry trends can accelerate the demise of certain brands," says the publication, noting the "brutally competitive nature of certain industries and the importance of not falling behind in efficiency, innovation or financing." Failure of a brand may happen for a variety of reasons, but the website points out that...
May 25, 2013
- The full 27 manufacturer rundown for the 2013 JD Power customer satisfaction survey; Jaguar first, Chevrolet last The full list of manufacturer results for the 2013 JD Power survey has been released, with Jaguar topping the rankings. The survey of 16,000 car owners in the UK covers 116 models that are between a year and three years old. Only models with more than 4000 sales and 50 clean surveys are eligible for inclusion. In total, respondents had clocked up more than 340 million miles in...
May 22, 2013
- Runtime: 8:52 In a historic move, General Motors is going to move its Treasurer’s office from New York to Detroit. With new car sales running strong in the American market, Ford chops its summer vacation in half. Mitsubishi announces its next-generation global compact sedan, called the Attrage. All that and more, plus host John McElroy [...]
May 18, 2013
- Pros and Cons* Pros The 2013 Chevrolet Equinox distinguishes itself from its competition with its passenger-friendly cabin, excellent build quality, generous interior space and sliding rear seats. Cons The oversized A-pillars that reduce forward visibility, complex audio controls, anemic 4-cylinder engine and expensive options hinder its desirability. Price The base LS model starts at $26,935, to which $1,950 must be added for those who desire all...
May 17, 2013
- Pros and Cons* Pros Offering a wide choice of engines and ergonomic controls, the 2013 Volkswagen Golf 5-door is comfortable and handles the road smoothly, yet with agility. Cons However, the back seats are tight for room and the heavy fuel consumption and high prices of a few of its premium models may deter some buyers. Photo: Volkswagen Price The basic model starts at $21,475. For $23,025, you get heated seats and...
- Pros and Cons* Pros Offering a wide choice of engines and ergonomic controls, the 2013 Volkswagen Golf 5-door is comfortable and handles the road smoothly, yet with agility. Cons However, the back seats are tight for room and the heavy fuel consumption and high prices of a few of its premium models may deter some buyers. Photo: Volkswagen Price The basic model starts at $21,475. For $23,025, you get heated seats and...
May 16, 2013
- Pros and Cons* Pros Crisp, comfortable ride, stylish instrument panel, and numerous standard features are just a few of the many attributes of the 2013 Ford Focus. Cons Limited trunk space in the sedan version, complex controls, lack of a 6th speed for the manual transmission and an option list that makes the final invoice disappointingly high. Its excess weight has a negative effect on the fuel consumption. Photo: Ford...
May 15, 2013
- Pros and Cons* Pros Offering a wide choice of engines and ergonomic controls, the 2013 Volkswagen Golf 5-door is comfortable and handles the road smoothly, yet with agility. Cons However, the back seats are tight for room and the heavy fuel consumption and high prices of a few of its premium models may deter some buyers. (Photo: Volkswagen) Price The basic model starts at $21,475. For $23,025, you get heated seats...