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The 2016 Chevy Cruze Really Impressed J.D. Power

The 2016 Chevy Cruze was completely redesigned to create a roomier, more luxurious feel. At the time, it was being touted as “the best new thing since sliced bread for stylish and socially connected people.” The compact sedan geared toward millennials was selling like hotcakes. More than 3.5 million units sold since the vehicle splashed …
by Rita DeMichiel
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Freak Show Friday: Charger/Dakota Mashup Gone Really Bad

Car enthusiasts are always curious. What would a station wagon Mustang be like? How cool would a twin-engine 3-Series Beemer be? Wonder what combining a Dodge Dakota with a Charger front and rear end might look like? Yes, the mind wanders and wonders. It’s the next step that can be dangerous, though. Trying to execute …
by Thom Taylor
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2014 Nissan Versa, at the 106th Annual Chicago Auto Show
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What You’ll Love and Hate About the 2020 Nissan Versa

Nissan had a clear goal when they designed the Versa. They wished to create a practical sedan that provided drivers with a little extra “punch.” The result is an economical vehicle that has a limited number of special features. While the Nissan Versa isn’t the fanciest vehicle on the streets, it’s not a vehicle you should automatically …
by Milla Henson
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Is the 718 Boxster the Best Porsche You Can Buy?

We’re not trying to invoke any Porsche-on-Porsche crime here, and we know that some Porsche enthusiasts will disagree, however, the 718 Boxster has always been the carrot at the end of the stick for prospective first-time buyers of the brand. It looks, drives, and feels similar to its stablemates, however, it’s available at a much …
by Joe Santos
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Only One Lincoln Car Left After July 2020

It is still a mind-bender among car enthusiasts how the European, Japanese, and South Koreans, can find a market for cars that the American manufacturers can’t? Yeah, we’re seeing the dominance of SUVs and trucks over cars. Everyone says those are the future. But so was the Toyota Prius when it came out 15 years …
by Thom Taylor
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The Second-Generation Acura NSX is More Affordable Now

The word “affordable” can have different definitions depending on your current income status and how much money you have saved up in your piggy bank. For example, an affordable car might translate into a Honda Civic or a Kia Rio to some consumers, while to other consumers,  affordability means being able to get a 16 …
by Joe Santos
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The Art And Science Behind Aston Martin’s Timeless Looks

If you’ve ever seen Aston Martin cars, in person, on television, or on the big screen in movies driving by characters like James Bond, you’ve probably noticed the timeless and perfectly proportionate appearance that makes them look equally more like a work of art than a driveable car. Sure, there are plenty of stunning cars …
by Gabrielle DeSantis
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Car Crash Tests Are More Complicated Than You Think

On the surface, car crashes may seem pretty simple. You put a crash dummy in the seats and head toward a wall. We wish things were that simple, but in reality, car crash tests are much more complicated with the use of physics and biology to determine impacts and injuries.  How Car Crash Tests Work  …
by Allison Barfield
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2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible
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There Will Be A 2020 Corvette C8 Convertible After All

The theory went that with 2020 Corvette production stopping and starting a number of times the convertible would have to wait until 2021. First with the UAW strike in September and then the complete shutdown of the automobile industry in March over COVID-19 fears the 2020 Corvette has had a rough time staying in production. …
by Thom Taylor
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2020 Lexus LS 500 F Sport
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The Least Reliable Lexus

As you already know, Lexus is a car brand reputed for dependability. Not all 2020 models hold true to this dogma, however. One sedan that has enjoyed prestige as a Lexus favorite fell short big time, according to Consumer Reports. The 2018 redesign of this popular Lexus sedan didn’t pack the punch we hoped it …
by Jordan Almond
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Corvettes on Sale as Hertz Tries to Avoid Bankruptcy

Last week I posted that car rental behemoth Hertz might be forced to sell a lot of its automotive inventory to avert a possible bankruptcy. I also outlined how a massive sell-off by Hertz could affect used car prices. Well, there is a post by our friends at Muscle Cars and Trucks that has been published saying that Hertz is indeed …
by HJ Pizarro
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Santander Settlement Will Affect Car Buyers Looking For Financing

Santander is a bank that has options for people with credit challenges in the way of getting their new or used vehicle. When other banks have shied away from subprime loans, Santander has been there to help many people move forward with one financial product or another. It seems, however, that Santander has placed itself in trouble by …
by HJ Pizarro
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Alan Mulally, President and CEO, Ford Motor Company, Bill Ford, Executive Chairman, Ford Motor Company, and Mark Fields, Executive Vice President and President, the Americas, Ford Motor Company, right, pose for photos with the all new 2010 Ford Taurus during a press preview day at the North American International Auto show
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The 2008 Ford Taurus Is the Perfect Affordable Used Car

Buying a used car more than 10 years old might sound like the worst possible scenario if having a limited budget. A lot of different car brands have long been underrated, sometimes holding up for a couple of decades without many issues after basic maintenance. According to online data available, the 2008 Ford Taurus appears …
by Greg Brian
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Here’s The Full COVID-19 Screening Process At Fiat-Chrysler Plants

Auto production is slowly coming back but already there have been two Ford plant closures in three days because of positive tests for COVID-19. The Chicago plant was shut down twice but only briefly as two workers tested positive. Ford’s truck plant in Dearborn, Michigan, was shut down today when another worker tested positive. It is …
by Thom Taylor
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New Ford F-150 models coming off of the assembly line
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Already Two Ford Plants Shut Down For Three COVID-19 Positive Cases

Auto and truck production only resumed after the coronavirus shutdowns this Monday. Already in two days not one but two Ford assembly plants in Chicago and Dearborn, Michigan, shut down when three employees tested positive for COVID-19. The Dearborn Truck Plant shut down entirely today and workers were sent home when an assembly worker tested …
by Thom Taylor
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Subaru Impreza is displayed during the second press day at the 89th Geneva International Motor Show
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The 2020 Subaru Impreza Has Better Ride Quality Than Luxury Cars

Many luxury cars are known for having extremely fancy interiors and powerful engines. However, these motors can also generate a lot of noise inside the cabin. Some vehicles, like the Corvette Z06, can reach over 72 decibels when driving at 70 mph. Many drivers love the sound of their car’s engine going at full throttle. …
by Addison White
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2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon
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Counterpoint: Why Four-Wheel Drive is Necessary for Some

My colleague, Thom Taylor, was recently perplexed by statistics that state 90% of pickup truck sales are for four-wheel drive equipped vehicles. He reached out to our team and asked, Why? He feels it is an unused feature in a pickup that adds extra weight, and increases costs and complexity to the vehicle. I have a counterpoint position for him.  “I …
by HJ Pizarro
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Ford Is the Worst at Telling Parents About Teen Safety Features in New Study

With more vehicles offering extensive safety features, it’s more important than ever that drivers understand how they work. Particularly teen drivers, who rely upon their parents to choose a safe car. However, while these advanced driver-assistance features can reduce parental worries, they can also cause headaches. Especially if, as a recent IIHS study says about …
by Matthew Skwarczek
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