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Best new car deals for January
Often a slow period at dealerships, January can be a good time to buy a new car. As the end of the month approaches, dealers may be more willing to negotiate. Analyzing prices nationwide, we have compiled a list of 2011 and 2012 models that offer the best discounts. Prices on the models selected...
Best deals on used vehicles under $10,000
With a tight economy, every penny counts when you’re looking to buy a car. To get the most for your money, consider buying used. Even though it may not be factory fresh, you can get a pre-owned model that is efficient, safe, and likely reliable. To make it easier to find what you’re...
California plans to tighten emissions standards, raise EV requirements
As the nation debates adopting a 54.5 mpg fuel economy standard for 2025, California is planning to leap ahead once again in requiring greener vehicles than does the federal government. Under federal law, California has a special exemption to set tighter air-quality regulations than the rest of the...
2012 Car Brand Perception Survey: Brand loyalty and purchase intent
Consumer Reports’ 2012 Car Brand Perception Survey reveals how consumers rank car brands across seven purchase-influencing factors, such as safety, quality, and value. And the research also sheds light on what brands consumers are likely to purchase from for their next new car. Ford, Toyota, and...
Honda delivers first electric Fit
The electric-car movement is gaining momentum, with both BMW and Honda charging ahead toward putting their electron-powered vehicles on the street. To that end, Honda delivered a Fit EV to Torrance, California, on Friday. Home to Honda’s North American headquarters, the city is playing a key role...
BMW offers ActiveE electric car lease: $499/mo
Following the strategy seen with the Mini E electric car , BMW is offering a lease of its new electric car to select consumers in Boston, Hartford, New York, Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, and San Francisco. Priced at hundreds less than the Mini E, the ActiveE will be offered at $499 a month for...
Toyota Prius V versus Honda CR-V: Rethinking the crossover
Can the V's versatility and fuel economy reshape the crossover segment? Doe the V make any sort of sense? So a friend of mine called yesterday to ask my opinion about the new Toyota Prius V, particularly regarding battery life, an interesting bit of synchronicity since I covered this subject in...
From Camelot to the auction block: President John F. Kennedy’s hearse for sale
Shopping for any used car is enough to make some buyers feel like they’ve entered the netherworld, but how about specifically shopping for a vehicle designed to take you there? Next week, the Barrett-Jackson car auction company will put on the block the 1964 Cadillac Hearse (lot number 1293) that...
Consumer advocates show new 54.5 mpg standards will save car owners money
Cars that get 54 mpg will bring consumers immediate savings, despite their higher costs. That’s the message from a joint news conference held today by Consumers Union, the consumer advocacy arm of Consumer Reports, along with the Consumer Federation of America (CFA). The Obama administration has...
Consumer Reports names best new-car values
Many people assume that a low purchase price makes a car a good value. But a cheaper car can actually end up costing more in the long run. Or down the road you could end up regretting its disappointing performance or reliability. And that’s no bargain. Consumer Reports has published a complete...
Tesla Motors confirms $57,400 Model S price tag
Tesla Motor’s next electric car, the Model S sedan, still won’t be ready until next summer. But the company announced yesterday that it’s sticking to its guns on pricing for the next-generation all-electric vehicle. As previously announced in March , EV fans will be able to purchase...
Best new car deals for the end of 2011
The holidays are upon us and while you may be searching for last-minute gift bargains for the family, it’s also a good time to find a holiday deal on a new car. The end of the year can be a good time to buy and take advantage of manufacturer incentives and rebates. Dealers are anxious to sell...
Best new car deals for the end of 2011
The holidays are upon us and while you may be searching for last-minute gift bargains for the family, it’s also a good time to find a holiday deal on a new car. The end of the year can be a good time to buy and take advantage of manufacturer incentives and rebates. Dealers are anxious to sell...
Video: Nissan Juke R supercar shopping trolley finally complete
Filed under: Videos Nine videos in and Nissan has finally finished the Juke R , the shopping trolley that’s probably as quick as a Ferrari, but makes about as much sense as Ferrari making an affordable mini SUV. This latest video shows the company putting the finishing touches on the car, with...
Choosing an UK Vehicle Leasing Firm
If you have decided that leasing your next vehicle is the best choice, you will still need to decide on which UK vehicle charter firm to choose. Because of the rise in popularity in vehicle leasing, there is tremendous competition amongst firms. Choosing wisely can save significant costs over the life...
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