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Ford and General Motors claim two top spots on a new AICS consumer-satisfaction survey, amid weakening consumer satisfaction. More>>
A new round of hybrid cars might help the category climb out of cult status and into the mainstream... then again, they might not. More>>
So how do you go about picking the top 5 American cars of all time? Do you choose the great classics or do you select things like the Cadillac CTS-V? More>>
Fixing your car correctly isn't brain surgery, but your life does depend on it. More>>
Playing a computer game to keep your driving skills sharp as you age seems like science fiction, but it is one of several activities gaining attention as older drivers fill the roads. More>>
After the most publicized federal bailout in American history, GM was saved from dissolution last year, giving the federal government a majority holding in the huge industrial company. More>>
J.D. Power data indicates that American cars have surpassed import cars in vehicle quality, but what does it mean to you? More>>
Cadillac gave a sneak-peak of the stylish two-door version of its highly regarded CTS Coupe. More>>
The wild success of the Mustang combined with Ralph Nader's attacks on the Corvair helped launch Chevy's entry into the "pony" car race. More>>
If you're looking for the behind-the-scenes story of Evel Knievel, the Harley-Davidson Museum's "True Evel: The Amazing Story of Evel Knievel" runs July 10 to September 6. More>>
The powerful, rear-drive 2011 Ford Mustang seems perfect for the unique branch of motordom known as drifting. More>>
The Subaru Forester has become the most popular model in the Subaru line, and here's you why. More>>
The Obama administration has directed its regulators to set mileage and pollution standards for big-rig trucks. Is that a good thing? More>>
To some it is an abomination -- hot rods on the grounds of the utterly exclusive Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. Others might say the inclusion of these cars is long overdue. More>>
Storm damage is one of the reasons you need auto insurance. To make sure you are covered and get what you need, follow these steps. More>>
Automakers are now being forced to develop different types of engines, and the result may be consumer confusion… or worse More>>
As the summer driving season gets under way, many motorists find themselves staring at a dashboard warning lamp they don't recognize. More>>
With warmer weather, more motorcycles are on the road, so drive nice, look twice and see the riders. More>>
Based on the Coronet, the Charger wasn't much of a looker. But who could forget its menacing full-width grille with those hidden headlights. More>>
A new VTTI study shows that drivers can minimize distractions by using voice-controlled vehicle systems instead of operating cell phones and tuning music systems manually. More>>
NASCAR fans get a single toll-free number for tickets and race information. More>>
To celebrate Mother's Day, we at Driving Today feel it might be apropos to celebrate the love a mother has for her child by remembering the cars that only a mother could love. More>>
Deciding to lease gets a bad rap in the car finance world, but one former car dealer says it's worth a second look. More>>
After driving the new 2010 Chevrolet Traverse crossover, suddenly the SUV seems so 1990. More>>
General Motors has a lot of expectations riding on its upcoming Chevy Volt. Now, the validation of the production process for the Volt has passed a major milestone. More>>
Who would guess that one of the hottest trends at the New York auto show would be the station wagon? More>>
Some say Toyota's problems are conjured up to help the U.S. manufacturers; others say they are a death knell. More>>
Some car brands do well in dependability but don't get the kudos they deserve, says J.D. Power. More>>
Should your parents stop driving? Many older people are still competent drivers, but the normal process of aging can hamper driving ability, as can the medications that many elderly people take. More>>
How would you like to be able to refuel your car each night from the comfort of your own home? Honda may be making it possible. More>>
GPS software enables companies to monitor their employees -- whether they want to be monitored or not. More>>
If there was ever a car that epitomized the greed-is-good excesses of the Eighties, it was the Ferrari Testarossa. More>>
The battery in your car needs proper treatment, so avoid doing things it doesn't like. More>>
The lack of a Volvo-built battery-electric is about to change with the latest (Detroit Auto Show) iteration of the simply named Volvo C30 BEV. More>>
At this year's NAIAS in Detroit, Honda called fuel cell technology the best solution for combating CO2, so why are they being put on the back burner in favor of battery electrics? More>>
Mainstream automakers see all-electric vehicles in a limited role -- as commuter cars -- but Tesla Motors has wider sights for its roadster and sedan models. More>>
After the carnage and fallout of 2008-2009, consumers now find themselves in a buyers' market with significant bargains at most every turn. More>>
You don't want your car to be stolen, so what can you do to protect yourself from the huge and organized hazard that car thieves pose? Here are some suggestions. More>>
Why do car buyers turn their backs on particular brands? One big reason is their concern over the future of the brand, according to J.D. Power and Associates. More>>
While a stall in the summer might leave you irritated, it's much less likely to be life-threatening than a stall in midwinter. Here's what to check before you set out in winter weather. More>>
The biggest irony surrounding Carroll Shelby's Cobra is that, while it has become an icon of Ford performance, it might just as well have been powered by Chevrolet. More>>
This year's study marked the first time that an Indian-owned brand, Jaguar, topped the list in sales satisfaction among American consumers. More>>
Turning around the commonly held perception of the Buick brand won't be easy, but the all-new Buick Regal introduced at the Los Angeles Auto Show might well do the trick. More>>
Despite economic and fuel efficiency concerns, some cars can still get your juices flowing. More>>
Honda has been capturing kudos for its leading-edge design work. Nobuki Ebisawa, the general manager of styling and design development, sat down to talk about it. More>>
Air bags and seat belts have saved thousands of lives. So, why not combine the ideas? That’s the thinking behind the world’s first automotive inflatable seat belts. More>>
The worldwide recession took its toll on the Tokyo Motor Show -- arguably the most varied and creative auto show on the globe -- but it still offered some zany vehicles. More>>
A new study posits that American automakers are lagging behind foreign companies because they don't change frequently enough. More>>
Baseball's Fall Classic points out what NASCAR's Chase for the Cup could be but isn't. More>>
What's North America's favorite vehicle color? According to PPG Industries, silver and charcoal were the most popular color family in North America, followed by white. More>>
The federal government's CARS 2009 created a lot of stir, but did the $3 billion government expenditure do any good? More>>
At the Frankfurt Motor Show, Nissan and Renault recently unveiled several electric cars with batteries that can be changed as easily as those for a digital camera. More>>
Ford Motor Co. has hurdled the competition with several industry-exclusive technologies that will help make business owners more productive and successful. More>>
One way to recharge all the electric cars about to hit the market will be with an intelligent vehicle-to-grid system that "talks" directly with the nation's electric grid. More>>
Amid all the claims and counter-claims about Cash for Clunkers, one thing is clear: The CARS 2009 program stimulated the sales of new, more fuel-efficient vehicles. More>>
The VW Beetle suffered so many false starts that it is difficult to imagine a harder road to success. Yet, somehow, the car has not only survived but prospered. More>>
The Firebird may have been a late out of the gates behind the Mustang, but it was still an immediate sales success. Here's how it all got started. More>>
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