Kia Optima named “most gorgeous car under $20k” by Esquire
Stylish Midsize Sedan is One of Nine Vehicles Honored in Top Men’s Lifestyle Magazine’s 2011 Design and Technology Awards • Kia’s popular midsize sedan praised for its “deceptively simple, yet classy” design that exudes refinement and luxury at an outstanding value • Optima continues to receive critical acclaim for... More
When it comes to heavy-duty trucks, the “Detroit Three” are still the Big Three
In the heavy-duty market, the power players are the Ford Super Duty, the Chevrolet Silverado and sibling GMC Sierra Heavy Duty, and Chrysler’s Ram Heavy Duty. Buyers in this segment have specific needs, so manufacturers have to make sure that every imaginable configuration is available, from crew cab to trailering equipment. Because... More
Jeep, at 70, heads for a new horizon
Jeep is seeking new horizons for its most famous vehicle. Celebrating its 70th birthday this year, the Jeep Wrangler started its extraordinary run in 1941, as a military general-purpose vehicle in the early days of World War II. Different companies built it over the years, including Willys-Overland, Ford and American Motors. Now... More
All-new, completely redesigned 2012 Honda CR-V makes its debut
Popular SUV introduces innovative features for music and SMS texting, new Real Time AWD system debuts, and FWD model achieves 31 mpg highway EPA rating The all-new, the fourth-generation Honda CR-V debuted today at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The 2012 CR-V introduces an upscale styling direction, greater fuel efficiency, and added... More
Kia 2012 Rio with start-stop, good for 40 MPG
The all-new 2012 Rio ushers in the next chapter of Kia Motors’ ongoing design-led transformation with previously unseen levels of eye-catching design, advanced technologies and sophistication in the small car segment. With all-new ISG technology and class-leading horsepower and fuel economy of 40 miles per gallon, Rio promises... More
Eco-Friendly Parts Help Terrain’s Fuel Efficiency
GMC crossover’s lightweight recycled and renewable materials also absorb noise With gas prices rising, GMC Terrain owners can take solace in the compact crossover’s segment-leading EPA-rated 32 highway mpg, achieved in part by the use of lightweight eco-friendly parts. Terrain also has one of the quietest interiors in its segment... More
2011 GMC Acadia Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick
Highest possible ratings achieved in all Insurance Institute safety tests The 2011 GMC Acadia received a Top Safety Pick designation from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety for all models built after January this year. “Car buyers shopping for safety get a big head start with vehicles earning our Top Safety Pick designation,”... More
Rugged Toyota 4Runner Offers New Audio Systems for 2012; Toyota Entune™ Services Available
The Toyota 4Runner, the fifth generation of this rugged, full-capability SUV, enters the 2012 model year with major audio and connectivity upgrades and available new automatic running boards. A keystone in the Toyota SUV lineup for 27 years, the 4Runner was named “Most Dependable Midsize Crossover/SUV” by J.D. Power & Associates... More
2012 Buick Regal GS Takes Sports Sedan Performance To A New Level for Buick
2012 Regal GS, an even sportier expression of the Regal sport sedan has attracted new buyers to the Buick family. Powered by a high-output, exclusive Ecotec 2.0L turbocharged engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission, the GS delivers an estimated 255 horsepower (190 kW) and 295 lb.-ft. of torque for a 0-60 mph performance of... More

