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Auto Brands With Best Service Rated: JD Power

That deal on your new or used car is important, but once you drive off your most important connection to the dealer is service. And that remains for the duration of ownership. That’s why JD Power’s Best Brands Service ratings are so important. You know the hassles associated with a bad service department. Nobody needs …
by Thom Taylor
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Can the Hybrid Tonale SUV Turn Alfa Romeo Around?

Despite its extensive history and heritage, Alfa Romeo still struggles in the US. Which, given FCA and PSA’s merger into Stellantis, leaves Alfa’s future somewhat uncertain. But, while the Italian brand’s lineup is shrinking, there’s one model on the horizon that might change things. It’s the Alfa Romeo Tonale hybrid SUV. However, will it be …
by Matthew Skwarczek
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2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia is on display at the 111th Annual Chicago Auto Show at McCormick Place
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You Can’t Get All-Wheel Drive for the Best 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia

After the 2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia received terrible reviews from Consumer Reports (although consumers at Kelly Blue Book loved the 2020 Giulia), the Italian carmaker looked to restructure the Alfa Romeo Giulia line in 2021. According to MotorTrend, one of these changes included cutting down the number of trims offered for the 2021 Giulia from seven to four. These four …
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Nissan’s $160,000, Totally ’80s Italian Coupe Shares a Name With Alfa Romeo’s SUV

The next time you hear someone mention a Stelvio, don’t assume they mean the Alfa Romeo SUV. The Stelvio, which the Italian automaker released for the 2018 model year, is a luxurious crossover with potent powertrains. But there’s another, obscure Stelvio, a joint effort between the Italian coachbuilding company Zagato and the Japanese carmaker Nissan. …
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2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia (red and blue) and Alfa Romeo Stelvio are on display at the 111th Annual Chicago Auto Show
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Alfa Romeo Just Made Buying the Stelvio and Giulia Less Confusing

If you’ve decided that 2021 is the year you’re going to buy that Alfa Romeo Giulia or Stelvio, you’ll be happy to hear that they simplified the lineups. There are four new colors to choose from too for these Alfa Romeo models. Shopping for either the popular Italian four-door sedan or small crossover SUV just …
by Tina Pavlik
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Fiat Chrysler Merger Is Upon Us: Which Brands Live Or Die?

With the approval by shareholders today of the joining of Fiat Chrysler and Groupe PSA, the merger is upon us. The nuts and bolts of the union should be wrapped up before spring. But with it comes the fact that there are now too many brands in what will be called Stellantis. That means the …
by Thom Taylor
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All I Want for Christmas Is This 1971 Alfa Romeo GT 1300 Junior

Although Alfa Romeo’s current lineup is shrinking, the Italian brand’s classic models are still worth second or third looks. The 155 Q4 and the 75, for instance, could square off with contemporary M3s. And the Montreal has Lamborghini Miura looks at a significant discount. But this week’s special-edition Bring a Trailer bargain car is a …
by Matthew Skwarczek
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2021 Looks Bleak For Alfa Romeo But One New Model Will Debut

The merger of Alfa Romeo’s parent company Fiat Chrysler and France’s Groupe PSA next year is causing pundits to connect the dots. Which models or entire car lines will not make the cut under the new aegis Stellantis? While 2021 looks rather bleak for Alfa Romeo it will debut one new model will debut.  Beyond …
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2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia is on display at the 112th Annual Chicago Auto Show
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Why Are Just 8 Alfa Romeo Giulia Models Getting Recalled?

The 2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia is a sporty sedan built on the heritage of more than 100 years of Italian racing. With a reputation for quality craftsmanship and high-performance capabilities, the Alfa Romeo Giulia is a noble contender in the compact luxury sport sedan segment. The Italian automobile is not without problems. The National Highway …
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Alfa Romeo Just Killed The 4C Spider-Are More Getting Axed?

Let’s be honest; Alfa hasn’t done well in the US. Sales across the board are way down from projections. So it’s no surprise that the 4C Spider convertible, what was intended to be Alfa’s “halo car” won’t be back for 2021. Alfa Romeo just killed the 4C Spider-are more Alfas getting axed soon? If ever …
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Fracturing Brake Discs Are Latest Alfa Giulia Disaster

Oh, the misery Alfa Romeo owners face. Looking at forums and then hearing about this latest brake issue makes buying into the Alfa mystique a huge mistake. And that’s too bad because every enthusiast can easily buy into it. It had an illustrious racing history, beautiful design, and the exotic pull of Italian craftsmanship. But …
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You Could Own the Iconic Artistic Alfa Romeo BAT Concept Cars

As much as we ding it for reliability, Alfa Romeo’s sense of style and design is definitely praise-worthy. Some of its classic models, like the SZ, were admittedly a bit out-there for some. But others, like the GTV6 and the Montreal, have earned high marks for their looks. However, some of the Italian marque’s most …
by Matthew Skwarczek
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attends the Vanity Fair Campaign Hollywood Alfa Romeo Ride and Drive luncheon
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One of the Coolest Sports Cars Just Died

Leave it to Italy to make a truly beautiful and (sort of) affordable sports car and then kill it. I guess beauty is temporary, or something like that. The Alfa Romeo 4C was a brilliant and beautiful little car that I am quite sad to see go. That’s right; the Alfa 4C is gone from …
by Peter Corn
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The Alfa Romeo 4C is a mid-engined sports car with a turbocharged engine and a dual-clutch automatic transmission.
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The Alfa Romeo 4C Is an Italian Sports Car You Can Actually Afford

Think of an Italian mid-engined sports car, and the first brands that come to mind are most likely Ferrari or Lamborghini. Sadly for us regular folk, neither of those brands produce cars below the six-figure mark. An often forgotten option is the Alfa Romeo 4C with its carbon fiber chassis, turbocharged engine, and its $67,150 …
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