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Yearly Archives: 2012
Family Sedans Outperform Luxury Models in Recent IIHS Crash Test
Of the 18 midsize family sedans included in the most recent frontal crash test by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety, only two – the 2013 Suzuki Kizashi and 2013 Honda Accord – received a “good” rating. Eleven other models … Continue reading
Nissan Extends Leaf’s Battery Warranty
In a move designed to improve consumer confidence in its Leaf all-electric vehicle, Nissan has announced that it will repair or replace the car’s lithium-ion batteries if they fail to meet the company’s advertised performance standard. The decision to offer … Continue reading
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Tagged All-Electric Cars, Automotive Technology, Green Cars, Nissan Leaf
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White Remains Most Popular New Vehicle Color
In 1909 Henry Ford said, “People can have the Model T in any color — so long as it’s black.” He would no doubt be amazed at the array of automotive colors available today. However, if you bought a new … Continue reading
Lawsuit Challenges Fuel Efficiency Estimates of Ford C-Max Hybrid, Fusion Hybrid
Earlier this month, Consumer Reports challenged Ford Motor Company’s claim that that the 2013 C-Max Hybrid and Fusion Hybrid deliver a combined city / highway fuel efficiency of 47 mpg. In independent tests conducted by the magazine, the C Max … Continue reading
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Tagged Ford C-Max Hybrid, Ford Fusion Hybrid, Ford Motor Company, Hybrid Autos
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Are All-Season Tires as Effective as Snow Tires in Winter Conditions?
If you think all-season tires are as effective as those specifically designed to handle snow and ice; think again. “All-season” tires have been around since the introduction of the Goodyear Tiempo all-season tire in 1977. Today, all-season tires are found … Continue reading
North American Car and Truck of the Year Finalists Raise the Bar for Quality and Value
Last week the six finalists for this year’s North American Car of the Year and North American Truck of the Year were announced. The Honda accord and Cadillac ATS will compete for the Car of the Year honor, while Chrysler’s … Continue reading
New Compact Crossovers Taking Center Stage at Detroit Auto Show
The upcoming North American International Auto Show, a.k.a. the Detroit Auto Show, will serve as the launchpad for a number of compact crossover concept vehicles when it opens on January 14. Japan’s No. 2 automaker, Honda, will launch its Urban … Continue reading
Electric Vehicles Undergo Testing in Real World Conditions
In a one-square-mile neighborhood in Austin, Texas the Pecan Street alternative energy project is conducting a real-world test of the viability of alternative energy vehicles, and smart grid technology. With 60 alternative energy vehicles currently in the study (primarily Chevrolet … Continue reading
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2013 Lincoln MKZ
Ford Motor Company revealed its all-new 2013 Lincoln MKZ at last April’s New York International Auto Show. The model represents a significant break with tradition, including Lincoln’s trademark waterfall grille. Chief MKZ designer Max Wolf said the inspiration for the … Continue reading
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Tagged 2013 Models, Domestic Automakers, Ford Motor Company, Lincoln, Lincoln MKZ, Luxury Sedans, Luxury Vehicles, New Cars
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Consumer Reports Questions MPG Claims for Ford Fusion and C-Max Hybrids
In tests conducted by Consumer Reports, Ford Motor Company’s Fusion and C-Max hybrid models feel short of the 47 mpg combined city / highway fuel efficiency promised by the automaker. In an email statement last week, Consumer Reports said that … Continue reading
