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

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

The Dodge Charger SRT8® makes a return to the performance car market in 2012 bringing intelligent performance features and more power to the brand’s iconic four-door fastback coupe. New for the 2012 Charger SRT8 is the 470 horsepower 6.4-liter HEMI® V-8 that features 45 more horsepower and 50 more lb.-ft. of torque across a... More

The 2012 Honda CR-V Concept provides the first official glimpse of the styling direction for the all-new, fourth-generation CR-V set to go on sale in the United States by the end of the year, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced. “The 2012 CR-V Concept introduces the exterior styling for the more sophisticated and dynamic... More

That’s right, this is the 2012 Honda Civic in all its glory. Though it might be difficult to tell with just a casual glance, this Civic is brand-new, sharing practically nothing but its moniker with the previous generation. As much as we may have liked some additional visual flair, it seems Honda is being conservative and aiming... More

The product that began Kia Motors’ design-led transformation returns to New York with a fresh and updated look, more power, and the same funky demeanor consumers have come to love from the compact crossover. Kia Motors America (KMA) pulled the cover off the mid-cycle update to its iconic Soul urban passenger vehicle at the New... More

The 2012 Buick LaCrosse with eAssist™ delivers an estimated 36 mpg on the highway, thanks to smart technology that doesn’t require compromising the ride, performance or costs that typically accompany hybrids. “The eAssist system integrates regenerative braking with the latest lithium-ion battery technology, for significant... More

“I expected a science fair experiment. But this is a moonshot.” Chris Theodore is a wily veteran of the auto business, a seasoned development engineer whose impressive resume includes vehicles as thoughtfully executed as the Chrysler minivan and as tightly focused as the Ford GT. As one of the consultant judges on this year’s... More

The 2011 Honda Fit ranks 2 out of 33 Affordable Small Cars. This ranking is based on our analysis of 33 published reviews and test drives of the Honda Fit, and our analysis of reliability and safety data. Offering one of the largest cargo holds in the class, innovative interior storage options, good fuel economy and spunky performance,... More