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| GM Updates the Chevy Volt to Address the Battery Uproar After an investigation into why some battery packs in the Chevy Volt sparked or caught fire following crash tests, General Motors has announced changes to the car’s design. 10 Most Useless Car Technologies Sure, it's easy to complain. But these car technologies deserve to be called out for being underwhelming, frustrating, or just plain pointless. 2012 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R Test Drive The last thing Kawasaki's big-bore flagship needed was more motor, but Team Green went for broke with the 2012 Ninja ZX-14R, packing the already-imposing superbike with roughly 200 horsepower. 10 Greatest Failed U.S. Auto Companies Nothing lasts forever. Today we have Detroit's Big Three, but in the early days of the car industry there were thousands of different manufacturers that eventually went broke, merged, collapsed, or disappeared. Here are 10 worth remembering. Live Pics from fhe 2012 Detroit Auto Show Detroit is playing host to an impressive number of futuristic concepts and potentially hot-selling new cars, from the thrifty new Prius C to the hedonistic Mercedes-Benz SL. Here’s a look at everything new and exciting from the floor of Cobo Hall. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Test Drive The most powerful Camaro in history promises more than drag-strip capability, and it does not disappoint. In our tests, the ZL1 proved to be brutally quick in a straight line, but its cornering talents are what set it apart from Camaros of old. Mileage Moment of Truth: We Put 40 Mpg Claims to the Test The 2012 Hyundai Elantra and Ford Focus SFE are among 20-plus cars that now claim 40 mpg highway. But given the peculiar way in which the EPA calculates its fuel economy estimates, do those mileage numbers truly reflect real-world driving? The Gadget You Drive: Car Connectivity Tech is Invading CES Cars are the ultimate consumer electronic, and the vehicles we drive are becoming increasingly connected to our phones, the Web, and each other. This year's CES features a growing body of apps, aftermarket solutions, and other automotive tech. The 10 Best Cars That Still Offer a Manual Transmission Every year fewer cars are offered with a clutch and a shifter. But we disagree. A manual is more engaging and fun, requires more skill, and makes the driver better. Here are 10 of the greatest driver's cars that still offer a manual transmission. PM Comparison Test: 5 Eclectic Autos That Defy Categorization Midsize sedan. Subcompact. Three-row crossover. The list of car segments continues to expand. And yet, though millions of people buy mainstream cars that fit into well-defined categories, there's a burgeoning market for spicier alternatives. Hyundai Elantra, Range Rover Evoque Named North American Car and Truck of the Year These two autos took home the big prizes on the first day of the year’s biggest auto show in Detroit. Top 10 Cars of the 2012 Detroit Auto Show Dozens of new cars and concepts greeted the world at this week’s North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Here's our favorites. (We missed you, Dodge Dart.) Hybrid Horsepower: 8 High-Performance PHEV Cars and Concepts "Hybrid" is not a label sports car fans have typically embraced. There's a new breed of electrified performance machines arriving on the scene, however, including everyday sporty hatchbacks and more-exclusive-than-exclusive hypercars. The Splashiest Car Reveals of the Detroit Auto Show Each January, manufacturers try to make waves at Detroit's North American International Auto Show, often by unveiling new cars and concepts in increasingly insane publicity stunts. Some worked, while others failed spectacularly. Here's 10 to remember. Increase Online Traffic |
