Archive for the 'Auto/Cars News' Category

Are Floor-Hinged Pedals Coming Back?

They make sense ergonomically. And wouldn’t they be less likely to stick?

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Ferrari 458 Italia Recalled Due to Fires

Ferrari is recalling 1,248 copies of the $253,000 supercar to replace a fire-prone adhesive.

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2011 Dodge Durango Revealed

A 5.7-liter Hemi V8 will be available.

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10 Most Searched Passenger Cars

MSN Autos readers have spoken; here are your favorite passenger cars.

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Saab Looks Ahead to Next-Gen 9-3

Meanwhile, Saab’s first crossover and a 9-5 wagon are set to debut.

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10 Fuel Misers for Less Than $25,000

10 choices for the best small, fuel-efficient and fun cars for under $25k.

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Three New Models Coming From Jaguar

The new models, including a station wagon, will be developed under Jag’s new owners, Tata.

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Ford Explorer Beefs Up for Patrol

But will cops favor the SUV over the popular Crown Vic?

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Geely Must Retool Volvo Plans

Volvo’s future designs will have to make do without Ford vehicles and components.

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On-Lot Comparison Tests for Cruze

Chevy is encouraging dealers to have a Corolla and Civic to test-drive against the Cruze.

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Off-Roader “Ironman” Stewart Shifts Gears

After 82 wins, Stewart isn’t retiring, “just changing direction.”

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BMW Pushes Run-Flat Tires

Run-flats are more expensive and run rougher, but safer.

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BMW Focuses on Crossovers, New EVs

A new subbrand of electric and hybrid vehicles will debut in 2013.

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2011 Chevy Silverado HD—First Drive

Chevy’s work trucks get more brawn and better road manners.

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New Fuel-Economy Labels Proposed

U.S. considers new labels to allow consumers to compare vehicle types.

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Mazda’s Sky ‘Trains Boost Fuel Economy

Mazda engineers say the new powertrains improve fuel-efficiency by 20 percent.

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Celebs and Their Classic Cars

Sometimes, the appeal of a classic wins over the latest models.

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Undercover Cars

Ever wonder what celebrities drive when they don’t want to be noticed?

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Mercedes Plans Compact B-Class Line

Mercedes-Benz is set to launch a wave of small luxury vehicles in the U.S.

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Lingenfelter Ponies Up Its Own Trans Am

The performance company’s reimagined Camaro practically screams Burt Reynolds.

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Listen to Your Car Lately?

Listen to your car’s ills before you have to pay for an expensive cure.

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Roush Mustang Tuner Gives 100+ HP Boost

The supercharger kit jumps 2011 Mustang numbers to 550 HP and 470 lb-ft of torque.

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Toyota Recalls Corolla, Matrix

Recall is for 2005-2008 Corolla, Matrix models prone to stalling.

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2011 Dodge Charger Readies for Patrol

The police-package version offers clues to possible future Charger upgrades.

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Ford Fiesta Earns Top Safety Award

The Fiesta is the first minicar to earn a top pick in the new IIHS tests.

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