2013 Lexus ES Grabs NHTSA Five-Star Rating
The 2013 Lexus ES is the latest car to garner a five-star safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
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Suzuki Sales Increase as Brand Offloads Product
Suzuki is scrambling to sell its remaining stock in the U.S. and to a certain extent it seems to be working.
2014 Lexus IS to Bow at 2013 Detroit Auto Show
Lexus just offered up some early test drives of the Lexus IS in prototype form, and now the brand has confirmed that the car will debut during the 2013 Detroit Auto Show.
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Might be in the Making
Still so hot off the press that it’s practically steaming, news of the 2013 Toyota RAV4’s debut last week might have been more than it seemed.
Subaru BRZ Supply Boosted for US Market
Subaru is scrambling to keep up with demand for its BRZ sports coupe and will now ship extra units to the U.S. market.
Nissan Hi-Cross Concept Previews Brand’s SUV Future
Nissan previewed its crossovers today at the L.A. Auto Show with the Hi-Cross concept – a bold take on where its utility vehicles will go in the near future.
2014 Acura RLX is a Full-Size Luxury Sedan in a Mid-Size Package
Looking to bridge the gap between mid-size and full-size luxury sedans, Acura has unveiled its new RLX flagship model at the Los Angeles Auto Show today.
Subaru BRZ STi Might be Ready Next Year
No doubt it’s a question on anyone’s mind who bought a Subaru BRZ or Scion FR-S this year: when will there be a higher-performing version?
Toyota Tacoma Recalled for Faulty Spare Tire Bracket
Road debris is dangerous, especially when it’s something as big as the spare tire pinned under the bed of a Toyota Tacoma.
Acura ILX Sales Falling Short of Expectations
A sodium pentothal-loaded needle might be nice every now and again when auto executives lend predictions; that or a crystal ball, and here’s why.
Hyundai MPG Scandal Could Boost Honda Sales
Left in the wake of Hyundai’s debunked fuel economy claims, brands that vowed to catch up are unexpectedly well-positioned. As gas mileage lurches to the forefront of many driver’s minds, car buyers are considering which product will be the least thirsty. It’s an issue that easily put Hyundai atop many lists until recently when the...
Honda Unveils 1.6L Diesel Engine for Euro Civic
Honda Civic buyers in Europe will benefit from a new 1.6-liter diesel engine — the first oil burner in the brand’s new “Earth Dreams” engine lineup.
2013 Toyota Yaris Gets Upgraded Standard Equipment
Toyota announced updates for its sub-compact 2013 Yaris, which will be offered in three- and five-door liftback models.
Lexus LF-LC Blue Coming to LA Auto Show
Lexus will bring its eye-catching LF-LC concept to the Los Angeles Auto Show for its North American debut later this month.
2013 Honda Civic Styling Tweaked for More Mass Appeal
“All hail the King of compact cars,” or so the masses of droning Honda Civic buyers might chant as they march in unison with cash in hand.
EV Power Helping Keep Homes Lit in Wake of Sandy
What probably seemed like a post-apocalyptic precaution a few weeks ago is coming into play: electric vehicles as a reverse power source for homes.
American Suzuki Needs Loan to Limp from US Market
American Suzuki ended its North American car selling operation earlier this week, but that left a crowd of unhappy dealers the company is now trying to pay off.
2012, 2013 Scion iQ Recalled: 11,200 Units Affected
Scion’s quirky sub-compact iQ city car is undergoing a voluntary recall in the 2012 and 2013 model years because the passenger airbag might not deploy properly.
Lexus RC 350 Trademarked in Australia, Could be Production LF-CC
A trademark Lexus filed in Australia might hint at the production version of its LF-CC coupe first seen in Paris earlier this year.
Mitsubishi Committed to US Market: Brand Boss Says
It isn’t the wort way to find last place, but then again there isn’t really a good way to do that either.
New Backup Camera System Making Cars See-Through
Superman’s x-ray vision would make some things a whole lot easier like playing poker or parallel parking, and in some ways that technology is close at hand.
Mazda May be Mulling Premium Mini Car
The minicar segment is growing — a fact that might be tempting Mazda to throw its hat in the ring.
Toyota Prius Design May be on the Chopping Block
If it isn’t broke, don’t fix it, or so the old saying goes, but Toyota might be aiming to do just that.
Most Researched Cars of the Week: October 28 – November 3
Despite being a diverse list this week, the three most popularly researched cars this week came from one manufacturer: Toyota.
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