May 8, 2013
- Our first chance to drive the all-new 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 occurred just a few days ago in Texas, and the experience is likely to stick with us for a while. We can start by saying this is not the perfect pickup truck, and we'd even be hard pressed to say it's the new standard other pickup truck makers should strive to match. But we can say this is probably the single biggest model improvement over the vehicle it replaces in a long time. We'll break this down, describing...
May 4, 2013
- Summary This year, 2013, marks the introduction of the 250 BlueTEC version of the famous GLK mid-size luxury SUV. This version is powered by a 4-cylinder twin-turbo diesel engine that goes a long way towards 'greening' this vehicle when compared to its standard gas-powered sibling that consumes nearly 15 L/100 km. The GLK has been thoroughly civilized. Pros Good visibility, practical format, quiet interior. Cons The ECO system is not available in the BlueTEC version. Price The MSRP...
- Summary This year, 2013, marks the introduction of the 250 BlueTEC version of the famous GLK mid-size luxury SUV. This version is powered by a 4-cylinder twin-turbo diesel engine that goes a long way towards 'greening' this vehicle when compared to its standard gas-powered sibling that consumes nearly 15 L/100 km. The GLK has been thoroughly civilized. Pros Good visibility, practical format, quiet interior. Cons The ECO system is not available in the BlueTEC version. Price The MSRP...
May 3, 2013
- Land Rover built its first car 65 years ago this week. Here's a look back at some of its most iconic models Land Rover marked its 65th anniversary this week with the introduction of the Defender LXV special edition. Since its inception in 1948, Land Rover has evolved from producing utilitarian work vehicles like the Series I to opulent luxury cars such as the latest Range Rover.However, off-road ability remains at the core of every Land Rover, as has been proven by the ongoing evolution of its...
April 8, 2013
- Are you one of the near-800,000 owners that have received the notification?
- General Motors is contacting owners of certain 2010-2012 Chevrolet Equinox, GMC Terrain, Buick LaCrosse, and Buick Regal vehicles regarding the suggested oil change intervals. The alert affects 778,956 vehicles equipped with GM’s 2.4-liter four cylinder engine. Late last year, GM decided to update the software to shorten oil change interval warnings after noticing warranty claims [...]
April 6, 2013
- General Motors has began notifying 778,956 owners of various vehicles that they will need more frequent oil changes due to high warranty claims on several models. Affected vehicles include the Chevrolet Equinox, GMC Terrain, Buick LaCrosse and Regal models, all 2010-2012 model years. Those vehicles powered by a 2.4-liter LAF and LEA four-cylinder engine are... more
February 22, 2013
- GMC replaced the Terrain’s previously optional 3.0-liter V-6 with a more-powerful 3.6-liter for 2013. This review largely focuses on the new engine, but our impressions also were heavily shaded by our example’s Denali trim. GMC’s top-spec trim treatment also is new to the Terrain this year, and, as...
February 4, 2013
- Mitsubishi is investing heavily in electric vehicle technology, and their new Outlander is one model that'll soon offer shoppers a fuel-saving alternative to a conventional gas-powered model. With the all-electric Mitsubishi i MiEV already on the road, the upcoming Outlander PHEV will further the Japanese automaker's electric vehicle offerings, while giving competitors like the plug-in powered Toyota RAV-4 EV a run for its money. Set to debut initially in Japan, the...
January 30, 2013
- There was once an old adage in the auto industry, “safety doesn’t sell.” Don’t try to convince today’s motorists. Safety has, in fact, become one of the highest-ranked attributes for most car shoppers, whether they’re looking for a minivan or sports car.
- When the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety crashed a 2012 Fiat 500, the little car got the best scores in all categories. It's a safe car, then, right? "If safety is a priority, you should avoid the smallest cars," advises Russ Rader, spokesperson for IIHS. "Weight counts. Smaller, lighter cars are safer than they used to be, but all things being equal, people riding in bigger, heavier vehicles get more protection in crashes." That's why, despite its near-perfect crash-test score, the...
January 11, 2013
- The rise of the 4x4 continues, commencing with the long-awaited arrival of an off-road icon reborn Despite fierce criticism from some corners in recent years, the SUV market is continuing to grow thanks to rampant demand from Russia and China. A brand new Range Rover brings in a new year full of all new models from class favourites like the BMW X5 and Ford Kuga, as well as new contenders such as the Porsche Macan.2014 will also see a brand new Volvo XC90, which is finally being replaced after...
January 8, 2013
- Is it just us or has eBay really become, of late, a surprising time capsule of older, barely used automobiles? We've had the 2005 Porsche Carrera GT with 83 miles, the 2004 Ferrari Enzo with 175 miles, the 1987 Shelby Lancer with 22 miles, the 1989 Shelby Dakota with 23 miles - none of those four cars ever even registered - and the 1975 Cosworth Vega with 191 miles. You can add to that list a 1977 Jeep J20 - the kind of Jeep that enthusiasts point to when they beg the brand to make another...
- The sport-utility vehicle market is a cut-throat one. From cargo space to comfort to off-road capabilities, deciding whether an SUV is the best often comes down to personal choice and brand loyalty as opposed to a "better product" than the rest. And here's where the 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 4MATIC comes on the scene: It's not necessarily better than any other SUV out there, but it does offer some upscale features and that all-important 3-pointed...
January 2, 2013
- Brands like Jeep, Land Rover and General Motors' now-defunct Hummer all come from rich military backgrounds, with their forebearers having proven their ability to tackle just about any terrain, from desert to jungle. Each has faced the difficult challenge of evolving from battle-tested off-road vehicles to civilian-ready status symbols. For Land Rover, which is arguably to New York City and Miami what the Toyota Prius is to Los Angeles, this is especially true. Yet even so, the British...