Among other things, the study reveals that consumer complaints regarding in-vehicle complexity and reliability isn’t relegated just to inexpensive or high-end cars. Smart sells one of the least expensive new cars on the market, the $15,000 Fortwo, while a Tesla Model X can run up to ten times that amount when fully equipped. In […]
Yet it’s revered as one of the best tracks in North America and seen as a colossal test of physical fortitude by every professional driver that has raced around it. Ironically, Lime Rock’s unassuming numbers are exactly what earned it the nickname the “Bull Ring” — the tight confines lay the groundwork for constant wheel-to-wheel […]
Well, uh, I hope you weren’t too beholden to the styling of the car we saw on stage at the unveiling, because it sounds like it could still change, perhaps in a major way. Did you fall in love with the Tesla Model 3 that was revealed at the beginning of April? Perhaps you were one […]
Go straight to the parts store and purchase a pair of Cherry Bombs before picking up your girl for a night on the town? Perhaps you’d make that long-anticipated trip to the local drag strip for a few rounds so that you could figure out what you needed to do on day two–you know, to […]
Turbo-Thrift inline-six to the legendary 409, which made as much as 425 horsepower. Most cars split the difference between these two extremes, and this 1963 Chevrolet Impala SS two-door sport coupe, for sale on Hemmings.com, is a perfect example. As ordered, it came with the 283 V-8 (good for 195 horsepower), mated to the two-speed […]
On the other hand, a bad adaptive cruise control system can infuriate, leaving too much space to the car ahead, slamming on the brakes when it isn’t necessary and being slow to speed up once again. A great adaptive cruise control can make a road trip a far more pleasant experience, reducing fatigue and […]
“The sunroofs on the affected vehicles have a switch on the overhead console that may not be adequately recessed to prevent the switch from being unintentionally pressed,” NHTSA said in its recall summary. “If the switch is unintentionally pressed and the sunroof panel closes, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.” WASHINGTON — Volvo […]
The Verano “will be phased out in North America following a short 2017 model year run ending in October 2016,” wrote Buick spokesman Stuart Fowle in response to a query from Edmunds. “The decision underscores the changing consumer market dynamics where there is a growing demand for SUVs in North America.” DETROIT — The Buick […]
The pristine white behemoth had the attention grabbing look of a government vehicle — complete with inky-black tinted windows. That aside, my appreciation for the Expedition developed almost immediately. While trying to orient myself on the highway north of the airport, the SUV unexpectedly struck a camouflaged tope, or speed bump, at a substantial speed. […]
Described as a restored driver-quality car, this cat comes powered by a 351 Cleveland V-8 topped by a two-barrel carburetor, which was rated at 168 SAE net horsepower. As an XR7 version, it adds chrome rocker panels, unique wheel covers, a vinyl roof, and additional gauges, and this example was even ordered new with the […]
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