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Avis has announced that it will purchase high-tech car-sharing company Zipcar for around $500 million. The deal is expected to greatly increase the availability of Zipcar vehicles for customers.
Following an investigation by the NHTSA into possible unintended acceleration of Ford vehicles, the agency has intensified the probe to a full engineering analysis.
Last October the world's oldest known Ford in existence, a 1903 Model A, sold at auction for the relative bargain price of price of $264,000.
A new study shows that teen drivers do a lot more texting behind the wheel than their parents think they do.
The new Beetle Convertible TDI may be the most "Beetle-y" Beetle offered. Priced from $27,895, it's not exactly inexpensive, but it's in range of its nearest competitive set.
The 2013 SRT Viper is almost completely different from the old Dodge Viper, and yet it's almost exactly the same.
Doing these common repairs and maintenance tasks yourself instead of seeing a mechanic can save you a lot of money.
Auto-show season resumes anew after Thanksgiving with the press days at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show.
These four-wheeled comic contraptions are the perfect rides for anyone with a fondness fro masked crime fighting, or zombie killing.
The EPA has revealed that Hyundai and Kia misstated fuel economy stats on 13 models from the 2011-2013 model years, including on best-sellers Hyundai Elantra and Kia Sorento.
We've seen plenty of life-size Hot Wheels cars in the past, including a previous Camaro, but none of these have ever been offered for sale. That is until now.
Small cars are on track to reach a market share not seen since Bill Clinton's first inauguration.
With gas prices high and new fuel-economy standards in effect, automakers are rolling out new green cars of every type. Here are the ones you should be looking at.
Over his fifty years, James Bond has driven everything from a heavily armed Aston Martin DB5 to a Lotus Esprit that doubles as a submarine.
The CEOs of Tesla and Fisker may have thought they were home free -- but it was not to be.
Almost every year the car industry brings forth new and impressive feats of engineering, packaging and value. This year has been no different
Here are ten 2013 model year vehicles that are especially important, for the market, for innovation and for looking to the future.
Buying a car for your teen to drive to and from high school takes some thought. You might pick something sporty for yourself -- but you want something different for your kids.
The current head of the Catholic church, Pope Benedict XVI, is rather fond of electric cars.
If you have plans to sell your current ride anytime soon, there is some good news and some great news.
Germs run rampant all around us, including in our automobiles. Fortunately, there's much you can do to keep those pesky little microbes in check.
Allstate says that Americans tend to be involved in a collision once every 10 years. Not surprisingly, the cities that were deemed the safest tended to be smaller ones.
According to the NICB, the 1994 Honda Accord once again tops the most-stolen car list, making this the car's fourth consecutive appearance as the car thieves most love to steal.
The 2012 Toyota RAV4 EV has been compared to a Tesla for half the price, so how does Toyota's all-electric compact SUV compare to the Model X?
Not everyone can afford a new hybrid, plug-in hybrid or electric car, but those who still wish to drive such a vehicle can still take the conversion route.
Many American children are not meeting recommended car passenger safety guidelines for their age group, a new study finds.
Chrysler is developing a nine-speed automatic transmission as part of a way of creeping towards the 54.5mpg 2025 Corporate Average Fuel Economy targets.
Most of the things that bring down resale value happen over time, but some factors can be determined before you even leave the showroom.
A study from the data-crunchers at LexisNexis says has revealed an accurate way to learn someone's fate: just look deep into his driving record.
When you're looking for a new ride, which is more important: the company that makes the car or the country where it's made?
Do you have trouble assembling IKEA furniture? If so, you should probably leave your car repair to a qualified pro
The 2012 Tesla Model S electric car has launched, short drive reviews are coming in, and new owners are taking delivery every day. So what's next for Tesla?
More lives are saved in states with universal helmet laws for motorcyclists and their passengers than in states with partial laws, a new U.S. report confirms.
For 2013, there are a number of redesigned vehicles to consider, ranging from compact family SUVs and crossovers all the way to full-size family-friendly haulers.
The 2013 Honda Fit EV has earned the highest EPA efficiency rating granted to any vehicle offered in the U.S.: 118 miles-per-gallon-equivalent.
While fatal crash rates of teen drivers have plunged in recent years, states can significantly reduce teen fatalities rates by strengthening existing graduated driver licensing laws.
If you are wondering which route to take, here are some important considerations in leasing a vehicle.
New studies show that plugging in your electric car to recharge it is the equivalent of paying a dollar a gallon for gasoline -- forever.
The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco, and the 2012 Hyundai Azera have earned top crash-test ratings across the board from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
Electric vehicles can be intimidating for first time buyers. To help, here is a handy Electric car buying guide to help you along the way.
Hovercrafts that float slightly above surface are so last year. The Flying Hovercraft takes things to new heights.
New entries like the Focus, Elantra, and Cruze are changing the makeup of America's new-car fleet. Here are the best small cars with a base price of less than $20,000.
Nissan has announced that its insane Juke-R super-crossover will be built, but in a very limited run and on a build-to-order basis.
Jaguar has launched a new ultra-luxurious version of its XJ flagship sedan at the 2012 Beijing Auto Show.
Teen drivers and passengers are more likely to use seat belts if they're in states with primary-enforcement seat belt laws, often promoted as "click it or ticket" laws, a new study finds.
In the minds of many consumers, electric cars like the Leaf are over-priced, second-cars that are only capable of short trips around town. They're wrong.
Diesel costs aside, you'd likely pick VW's TDI version of the latest Beetle over the base car... and probably over the Beetle Turbo too.
So you've always wanted to hop behind the wheel of a Lamborghini Gallardo but haven't had the cash for a rental, let alone to buy one? Fear not, there's an answer.
With flying cars, floating cars and giant Hot Wheels models added to the debuts and concept vehicles signs abounded that the auto industry is getting its swag back.
The 2013 SRT Viper debuted at the New York Auto Show looking as deadly and sexy as any femme fatale in a curve-hugging red dress ever did.
The production prototype of the Transition flying car took its first test flight recently, bringing closer to reality the possibility of flying home from work and parking in the garage.
The New York Auto Show will feature a host of new sneak peeks, brand new '12 and '13 models and concept vehicles. Here's a rundown of what you can expect.
The Taurus was once the epitome of the All-American sedan. But the current version has never been anything but a niche car, and it may be destined to stay that way.
Extravagance and opulence and... mud plugging? That's the message telegraphed by the Bentley EXP 9 F concept vehicle introduced at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show.
A new plug-in hybrid conversion of the massive Ford F-750 medium-duty commercial truck may make sense for some buyers. Here's why.
Consumer Reports regularly ranks cars on factors like reliability and bang for the buck and has announced a list of its ten Top Picks for the year.
Is it fair if a car rental company charges you more money based on your nationality?
Here in the U.S., vans aren't typically a big deal, and haven't been since, oh, the A-Team. That's a shame, because some are pretty cool.
Stanford University researchers have created a wireless way to charge your electric vehicles as you drive so EVs will never run out of juice halfway through a road trip.
President Obama he suggested that the tax credit for purchase of an electric vehicle be raised from its current $7,500 to $10,000.
A U.S. survey reveals that in states that don't require driver's education before getting a license, about one-third of students skip driver's ed classes and more than half fail to undergo any formal behind-the-wheel training.
Kelley Blue Book's latest study, on total cost of new vehicle ownership, has named Kia as the most affordable brand and Audi as the most affordable luxury brand.
According to a study published by J.D. Power and Associates, many car-buyers avoid green cars because they're too small, look strange, or cost too much.
AAA says that the new fuel economy rules could make even these pint-size spares go the way of the dodo, leaving vehicle owners with run-flat tires or fix-a-flat kits.
Dealers warn that the new CAFE regulations could boost the cost of new cars by as much as $5,000. Here is a breakdown of what to expect down the road.
With a sleeker design, a choice of four-cylinder engines, plus hybrid and plug-in hybrid models, the 2013 Fusion is Ford's first mid-size sedan design sold around the world since 2000.
Here is a look at some of the cars and concept models from the 2012 North American International Auto Show.
Rumors have been swirling about a turbocharged Veloster, and now it's confirmed. The 2013 Veloster Turbo will join the lineup, packing a new 201-horsepower engine.
The winners of the 2012 North American Car and Truck of the Year awards have been announced, as the auto industry kicks off the new year at the annual Detroit auto show.
From the earthquake and tsunami in Japan, to Saab's saga ending sadly, it's been a difficult year for the auto industry. Still, there are signs of hope foe 2012.
It's the smallest car ever sold as a Chevrolet. It's already a huge hit in India (where it's fitted with a tiny 0.9-liter three-cylinder turbodiesel). And now it's coming to the U.S.
Ford is rolling out a revamped version of its iconic muscle car, which debuted at the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show before going on sale next spring as a 2013 model.
The 2013 Ford Flex will be seen in public for the first time in L.A., but the first photos are out -- and if you thought the Flex couldn't get any more edgy, you would be wrong.
The do's and don'ts everyone should know when searching for a new mechanic.
Winter driving is inconvenient and can be supremely hazardous, but a little bit of preparation and a big pinch of patience can make winter driving a reasonably painless experience.
While winter can be dangerous for those behind the wheel, drivers can avoid accidents by following some basic rules of the road when it comes to driving in the winter elements.
Mark Reuss' enthusiasm for automobiles, motorsports and GM is evident by his demeanor and excitement for the future, which includes the new Chevrolet's Camaro ZL1.
While many people know that choosing an oil with the proper viscosity is critical, they might not know that winter puts added strain on other parts of their car's lubrication system.
In 1911, if you asked Billy Durant if Chevrolet Motor Company would sell 180 million vehicles by 2011, he probably would have said, "Damn right it will."
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