-
Nissan puts high-performance spin on Juke
Nissan's cool subcompact crossover, the Juke, gets a new addition to its lineup for 2013: the track-inspired Nismo model, which gives this already fun little vehicle some key performance upgrades and unique styling cues.
-
Drop top season: 12 great summer convertibles for under 35K
There are good cars and not-so-good cars, but there is no such thing as a bad convertible on a sunny day. I know this because I have driven the Chrysler 200 convertible. It’s attractive, but the suspension is old-fashioned. The standard four-cylinder engine and four-speed automatic transmission are inefficient.
-
Velocity an aptly named Veloster concept car
At the typical auto show, many concept cars are less about wild automotive fantasy and more about providing a thinly disguised hint to whet appetites for the next generation of production vehicles.
-
Model A museum opens in southwestern Michigan
A new Ford dealership opened up in southwestern Michigan. Actually, it's a very old one.
-
Survey: Bedbugs a growing problem in autos
We all know that picking up hitchhikers is not generally a good idea, and there is one little stowaway that can really make life miserable for motorists. Her name is Cimex lectularius.
-
Auto review: Acura RLX too much like a Honda to justify price
Strip away the $61,345 price tag and ignore all of its competitors, and the 2014 Acura RLX isn’t a bad car.
-
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 ...
-
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 ...
-
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 ...
-
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 ...
-
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 ...
Car Rankings From U.S. News
Buyer's Guide
Resources for consumers
- Profiles, specs and prices for any new vehicle, from Cars.com
- Aggregate rankings from published vehicle reviews, compiled by U.S. News & World Report
- Best and worst fuel economy
- Top 10 cash-back offers
- Search for latest rebates
- Best bets in used cars
- Kelley Blue Book used-car values
- Best and worst car resale values
- Understanding warranties
- J.D. Power initial quality rankings
- J.D. Power dependability ratings
- J.D. Power customer service rankings
- J.D. Power sales satisfaction ratings
- NHTSA crash tests and rollover ratings
- Safety ratings by Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
- Finding the best financing deal
- Affordability calculator
- Car loan calculator
- Loan vs. lease calculator
- Cash back vs. low-interest loan
- Vehicle recalls
Most Popular
- Davidson family members in legal battle over late businessman's foundation
- Lions second-year lineman Riley Reiff will work to earn spot
- Anibal Sanchez flirts with no-hitter as Tigers move into first
- Marinas remake themselves as floating resorts
- Michigan woman's face split open to remove cancerous tumor
- Wings' Mike Babcock drives players to succeed with one priority: winning
- Detroit's creditors could target Detroit Institute of Arts collection
- Tigers' Alex Avila helps guide Anibal Sanchez in pitching gem
- Wings' Jimmy Howard accepts big money for starring role without ego
- Entrepreneur's urban tree farm is taking root
- Ten questions about Wings-Hawks series: Abdelkader answers the call
- Ex-Piston Isiah Thomas gets advanced degree to complement sports acumen
More from The Detroit News
Seen in the PhotoStore
Purchase Detroit News images of historic events, scenes, places and people.
Go to the PhotoStoreThe Detroit News Apps
Stay up to date on the go with the latest from The Detroit News apps
Our apps connect you with the best news, sports, auto and entertainment coverage from our team of award-winning journalists.
Archives
- Yesterday, May. 24
- Thursday, May. 23
- Wednesday, May. 22
- Tuesday, May. 21
- Monday, May. 20
- Sunday, May. 19
- Saturday, May. 18
See our paid archives for news older than a week.
