The vast majority of vehicles sold in the U.S. today come with black box recorders, and soon the gizmos will be found on all of them.
The vast majority of vehicles sold in the U.S. today come with black box recorders, and soon the gizmos will be found on all of them.
It's time to wave some more goodbyes--some fond, some not so much--to the clutch of vehicles that won't be hitting the road next year.
It's time to wave some more goodbyes--some fond, some not so much--to the clutch of vehicles that won't be hitting the road next year.
A debate is raging about taking and making hands-free calls behind the wheel.
A debate is raging about taking and making hands-free calls behind the wheel.
So-called infotainment interfaces are becoming a center point to the in-car experience—an essential part, if you ask some vehicle shoppers.
So-called infotainment interfaces are becoming a center point to the in-car experience—an essential part, if you ask some vehicle shoppers.
In the largest-ever recall affecting Korean automakers Hyundai and Kia, Hyundai is recalling more than one million vehicles for electrical problems.
In the largest-ever recall affecting Korean automakers Hyundai and Kia, Hyundai is recalling more than one million vehicles for electrical problems, while its sister company, Kia, will recall some 623,000 vehicles to address the same problem.
Ford Motor Company may not be as big as General Motors, Toyota, or Volkswagen, but when it comes to the loyalty of American customers, Ford has the competition beat.
Ford Motor Company may not be as big as General Motors, Toyota, or Volkswagen, but when it comes to the loyalty of American customers, Ford has the competition beat.
According to a new study from Insure.com, Louisianans pay nearly three times as much for car insurance as drivers in some states.
According to a new study from Insure.com, Louisianans pay nearly three times as much for car insurance as drivers in some states.
Ford is conducting a voluntary safety recall of 5,675 2013 model year Ford Focus sedans, C-Max hybrids and Escape SUVs in the U.S. due to faulty child safety door locks.
Ford is conducting a voluntary safety recall of 5,675 2013 model year Ford Focus sedans, C-Max hybrids and Escape SUVs in the U.S. due to faulty child safety door locks.
The impact of the Great Recession is still being felt in the auto industry, but the idea of recovery is now a "when," not an "if" -- and when appears to be coming soon.
The impact of the Great Recession is still being felt in the auto industry, but the idea of recovery is now a "when," not an "if" -- and when appears to be coming soon.
For those who don't have their own personal detailing crew—depreciation matters.
For those who don't have their own personal detailing crew—depreciation matters.
At some time, you're likely to get a notification letter in the mail, calling you back to the dealership for a fix on a safety-related issue, seemingly large or small.
At some time, you're likely to get a notification letter in the mail, calling you back to the dealership for a fix on a safety-related issue, seemingly large or small.
According to Bloomberg news, Saab's long-quiet assembly lines will return to action this summer, and the company hopes to meet some pretty lofty production goals within three years.
According to Bloomberg news, Saab's long-quiet assembly lines will return to action this summer, and the company hopes to meet some pretty lofty production goals within three years.
Strong retail numbers pushed car sales higher in January, with double-digit gains scored by five of the Big Six automakers and by a host of other brands.
Strong retail numbers pushed car sales higher in January, with double-digit gains scored by five of the Big Six automakers and by a host of other brands.
Among iconic automotive names, few conjure up the visceral reaction of the Corvette Stingray.
Among iconic automotive names, few conjure up the visceral reaction of the Corvette Stingray.
The North American International Auto Show, the Detroit Auto Show to most folk, is arguably the most important event on the automotive calendar in the U.S.
The North American International Auto Show, the Detroit Auto Show to most folk, is arguably the most important event on the automotive calendar in the U.S.
Following an investigation by the NHTSA into possible unintended acceleration of Ford vehicles, the agency has intensified the probe to a full engineering analysis.
Following an investigation by the NHTSA into possible unintended acceleration of Ford vehicles, the agency has intensified the probe to a full engineering analysis.
A new study shows that teen drivers do a lot more texting behind the wheel than their parents think they do.
A new study shows that teen drivers do a lot more texting behind the wheel than their parents think they do.
Auto-show season resumes anew after Thanksgiving with the press days at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show.
Auto-show season resumes anew after Thanksgiving with the press days at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show.
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.
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.
Small cars are on track to reach a market share not seen since Bill Clinton's first inauguration.
Small cars are on track to reach a market share not seen since Bill Clinton's first inauguration.
Here are ten 2013 model year vehicles that are especially important, for the market, for innovation and for looking to the future.
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.
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.
If you have plans to sell your current ride anytime soon, there is some good news and some great news.
If you have plans to sell your current ride anytime soon, there is some good news and some great news.
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.
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.
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.
Most of the things that bring down resale value happen over time, but some factors can be determined before you even leave the showroom.
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.
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?
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
Do you have trouble assembling IKEA furniture? If so, you should probably leave your car repair to a qualified pro
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.
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.
States can significantly reduce teen fatalities rates by strengthening existing graduated driver licensing laws.
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.
The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco, and the 2012 Hyundai Azera have earned top crash-test ratings across the board from the IIHS.
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.
New entries like the Focus, Elantra, and Cruze are changing the makeup of America's new-car fleet. Here are the best small cars.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Maybe you inherited a car, or possibly you got carried away with your "great find" and purchased a used car without having it checked out. But now, you need to establish some benchmarks for maintenance and service items going forward.
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