Chevrolet’s 2014 Silverado grows bolder without hiking price

When the all-new 2014 Silverado pickup truck was revealed in December, it looked like Chevrolet hadn’t gone far enough to keep pace with the competition. That perception changed when I saw the new Silverado next to the 2013 model and had a chance to drive both.

Reduced wind drag is nothing to blow off

As a kid did you ever stick your hand out of the car window and marvel at the way you could play with the wind? Perhaps you still do.

Learn easy auto repairs, maintenance to save time, money

A common theme when trying to save money is “do it yourself,” but many car owners are hesitant to take that advice and attempt basic maintenance and repairs on their vehicles.

Customizers put deluxe spins on Focus ST

Ford touts the Focus ST as not only being the company’s first “truly global performance car,” but also as the forerunner for future performance vehicles in North America.

Auto review: Stretched Mini Paceman delivers more power, nimble performance

Linguistically, the Paceman is a Britishism wrapped in an Anglicism. It's a term from the decidedly English sport of cricket for a person who rolls a ball with lightning speed — a term that, when transposed to the newest car from Mini, describes a small object careening across the pavement.

Iconic 2013 Beetle drop-top is wider, longer, and fun to drive

A shiny new 2013 Volkswagen Beetle convertible is sitting in my driveway. My objective: To fully appreciate the Beetle's potential with the top down. Problem: It's an unseasonably cold April and my Michigan driveway is shrouded in fog.

Car culture: Collectors unfasten keychain history

They're checkout-line impulse buys and promotional giveaways. They're vacation souvenirs and stocking stuffers. They are plastic, metal, leather. They jingle, they jangle, they light up, chirp and remind us of places we've been or products we've purchased.

Your auto’s name may mean more than you realize

A perfect name can summarize a car or truck's personality perfectly: Mustang, Ram, Impala. But the wrong one can send a message the automaker never intended.

New products shed light on what to buy for Father’s Day

Is this the year to light up Dad's world on Father's Day?

Hitch your trailer to these safety tips

The weather is warm, and that means many of us will be towing trailers more frequently. There are some things to keep in mind before tugging that boat down the highway. First — and this may sound obvious — compare your vehicle's towing capacity against the weight of the items you're towing.

Porsche 911 Carrera pushes 50 with gas euphoria, throaty engine

It’s so loud in here that I might as well be operating farm machinery. The cabin reeks of gas, wafting in from the flat-six engine in the rear of the car. My shoulders are sore from cranking the heavy steering wheel and the frame of the car bucks with every bump in the road.

Chevy’s 2013 Sonic RS ratchets up suspension while delivering economy, versatility

Chevrolet’s 2013 Sonic RS didn’t earn its red Rally Sport and Turbo badges for added horsepower; there’s no more muscle here than under the hood of a regular Sonic. In the world of Chevrolet, the RS model looks sporty, but doesn’t get the power and handling of the more expensive SS Super Sport.

Honk if you think horn is outdated

Who knew the simple car horn could be so useful? A trip to Shanghai reminds one that a vehicle feature we in the U.S. have been taught to use sparingly can still be a primary driving tool.

Hobbyist gives Scion coupe winning rework

Chris Basselgia has an associate’s degree in electronics but decided that’s not what he wants to do for a living, so he’s pursuing a bachelor’s degree in ...

Shredding clunkers big business for recyclers

After a car’s “check engine” light winks on for the last time, there’s a place where the expired vehicle can be reduced to fist-sized chunks of unrecognizable ...

2013 Volt is unique, high-tech drive

The 2013 Chevrolet Volt has a lot going for it. It can travel up to 50 miles on all-electric power and has a backup gasoline engine for longer trips, is a ...

2014 Subaru Forester roomier, thriftier at gas pump

Subaru’s compact crossover Forester is completely redesigned for the 2014 model year, making it roomier on the inside and thriftier at the gas pump.

Classic Dodge truck gets muscle transplant

Automotive icons are the specialty of ICON Inc., a company founded to restore and sometimes to re-create or to re-interpret vehicles known for their rugged, go- ...

Teens more driven by phones than cars

Given a choice between a new Toyota Corolla or the latest iPhone, 16-year-old Allison Katz of Irvine, Calif., says easy. She’d take the phone.

Gas, fixes, insurance all part of car costs

As the weather heats up, so does action on car dealer lots and showroom floors. Many American consumers will be trying to reconcile their bank account balances ...

Auto review: With Forte, Kia gets even better at Honda’s game

After driving the 2014 Kia Forte, I exited the car with one overriding thought: Honda should watch its back. For the fifth model year of its popular compact ...

Cadillac SRX offers competitive price, upscale interior, all-wheel-drive option

It’s not the most luxurious or most affordable Cadillac, but the 2013 SRX is the brand’s best-seller because it’s the most versatile.

Cars add flourish as sales rebound

As new car and truck sales continue to rebound to pre-recession levels, the focus for automakers is to find ways to make their vehicles stand out from the ...

Mobile apps driving more car purchases

Traditionally, consumers have largely selected cars on the basis of size, color, power and price. But increasingly two new factors are influencing their ...