Hyundai Gains Edge With Hybrid Battery Replacement Coverage
February 6, 2012 – 1:40 pm | No Comment

Korean automaker finds yet another way to trump its competitors.
What would keep you from buying a hybrid model? Besides price, one of the most significant concerns for potential buyers are each model’s battery packs. Those …

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Koenigsegg Agera Rocks the Super Car World
July 5, 2011 – 7:00 am | No Comment
Koenigsegg Agera Rocks the Super Car World

By Harrison Card
Koenigsegg is the fastest Swede on earth.

The Swedish car industry isn’t really Swedish anymore, with major players Saab and Volvo now owned by companies abroad. However, one manufacturer remains a true Swedish brand, …

Hyundai Hits the Sweet Spot With 2012 Genesis Sedan
June 6, 2011 – 3:25 am | One Comment
Hyundai Hits the Sweet Spot With 2012 Genesis Sedan

Shiftable 8-speed transmission is standard across the sedan’s model line.
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CALIF. – The 2012 Hyundai Genesis sedan will benefit from an important midcycle product update, receiving an all-new 8-speed automatic transmission with shifting capabilities, …

Cummins Announces Ram Truck Diesel Boost
February 11, 2011 – 8:34 am | One Comment
Cummins Announces Ram Truck Diesel Boost

There is a battle being waged among makers of heavy duty pickup trucks. That battle is being fought with turbo-diesel engines, found under the hoods of heavy duty truck models from Ford, GM and …

Are Electric Cars Really Better Than Gas Cars?
April 15, 2010 – 7:15 am | No Comment
Are Electric Cars Really Better Than Gas Cars?

Vehicle electrification is in the news thanks to recent announcements of the planned launch of several pure electric powered vehicles including the Nissan Leaf, Fisker Karma and the Ford Transit Connect EV. Electric vehicles offer …

Keep Your Car Exhaust System Working Safely
August 13, 2008 – 3:38 am | One Comment
Keep Your Car Exhaust System Working Safely

A properly working car exhaust system is essential toward keeping the environment clean, reducing noise, as well as preventing the deadly build up of carbon monoxide [CO] in your car’s cabin. You can prevent problems …

More Power, Better Fuel Mileage: All Right!
July 7, 2008 – 3:01 am | 5 Comments
More Power, Better Fuel Mileage: All Right!

Not everyone understands this but an increase in horsepower can often translate into improved fuel economy. Many of the cars coming out in 2009 will reflect this trend, but you don’t have to buy a …