Archive for September, 2008

The Mini SUV that has been the object of many rumors is finally here.  Being called the Mini Crossover Concept, this vehicle, which is a 4×4, is the largest Mini to date, which measures more than 156 inches in length.  That is just a little longer than the Mini Cooper Clubman, but is still shorter […]

BMW already uses a start-stop engine for their non-hybrid European 1 and 3 Series, but Mazda is in the process of developing a version that is more efficient. Mazda’s system that has been independently developed is called Smart Idle Stop System. According to the company, this system will improve fuel-efficiency by around 10%. The unique […]

Today’s drivers are realizing that cars are being made to withstand more. There are many vehicles on the road that prove to be reliable and durable. So, what cars are going to keep you on the road? Honda cars are known for being reliable and safe and are always a sure thing. Also, they experience […]

There is a new website that Tribal has launched that allows car shoppers to experience a true life like shopping experience from the comfort of their own homes. Now, at Volkswagen.co.uk people can virtually walk around a new vehicle and sit in it. Tribal created this website because shopping for cars can be confusing. Research […]

If you’re looking for an entry-level car, the 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is the way to go.  This car is inexpensive, small, and offers minimal accommodations and features.  And, with a starting MSRP of approximately $11,000 including new car warranties, the Aveo is an option for young drivers and bargain shoppers who want a passable new […]

Ah, we all love the smell of a new car.  It’s a wonderful intoxicant for many, luring them back to that same car dealership as soon as it fades. However, if you can survive without the strong fragrance during your commute in the morning you’re in luck.  Choosing a good used car can be fun, […]

One of Hummer’s largest dealers in the country is closing down. The Wall Street Journal reported that Towbin Hummer is about the eighth Hummer dealership to shut their doors this year because of a consumer shift. Consumers are struggling with the economy and high fuel prices, and therefore are purchasing small, fuel-efficient vehicles. Some motorists […]

What is there to say about the single most expensive hybrid on today’s market?  The 2008 Lexus LS600hL is a luxurious hybrid that makes it known to everyone that you have $105,000 to spend on a car that is environmentally responsible. People may not be all that concerned about how the electric motor works in […]

Typically, Volkswagen has some of the least dramatic incentives out of all of the carmakers.  And even in a car market where most brands of cars have to advertise large cash-back numbers, especially on large vehicles like SUVs and pickup trucks, Volkswagen usually doesn’t offer very much on the surface, despite the poor sales of […]

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety recently did a study of 20 small cars in real-world, low-speed simulated collisions that motorists encounter all over the country in parking lots.  Their findings were that some of the most inexpensive cars you can purchase would cost you a lot of money to repair, even with a mild […]