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This 70 year-old gets the ultimate birthday gift; A hot lap in a Subaru WRX STI [Video].

Nissan is launching a new 2017 Nissan Rogue Midnight Edition in March. What sets this crossover apart?

When the Chicago Auto Show opens one of the concept vehicles that will appear could make it to market, the VW Weekender. The Weekender tips its cap to the iconic Vanagon and Eurovan models of three decades ago when conversion vans were insanely popular. Though not in the lineup just yet, pressure from the public may just turn this concept into reality. By the way, it is honestly more than a concept as all of the parts are available from VW and the automaker can make it happen if the demand is there.

Volkswagen has created a new subsidiary that has been tasked with directing the $2 billion zero emissions vehicle infrastructure development program that was mandated by the diesel emissions class-action settlement.

The 2018 Ford Expedition will debut this weekend at the 2017 Chicago Auto Show with a new aluminum body, a more premium exterior, a higher tech interior and the new 10-speed automatic transmission – all of which combine to make a great, large SUV even better in every way.

When the new Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 failed to make an appearance at the 2017 Detroit Auto Show, GM performance fans looked to Chicago as the next possible location – and tomorrow is the day that we will find out if the new Z/28 will debut in the Windy City.

Have you ever wondered how long a Toyota Prius battery will last? We can help.

The Tesla Model S is now the fastest production car in existence, having hit a 0-60mph time of 2.28-seconds in Ludicrous mode.

Kelly Blue Book says Subaru vehicles depreciate less than any car brand in America. What other category is Subaru the best?

The 2017 Santa Fe CUV is back with a cleaner design and a model that should fit any family scenario.

Volkswagen is continuing a sales turnaround that began last year. The automaker is recovering from the Dieselgate scandal and has seen month-to-month and year-to-year sales increases consistently.

Mercedes released the CLA class in 2014 with the promise of bringing Mercedes prestige within reach of everyday consumers, now three years later with plenty of time in consumer hands there is a good amount of verified owner feedback on the CLA. I reviewed consumer posts of their CLAs compare with a similarly priced if less flashy competitor and come up with a verdict.

Honda Motors and Hitachi Automotive, to partner in the development, testing and production of electric motors and control components for multiple car-brand implementation.

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is offering high school students an incredible opportunity to design a vehicle a vehicle for its Dodge division. The contest is called Drive for Design and is open to students through out the country,

We’re still receiving negative comments on our CR-V Vibration-Fix Forum from 2015 CR-V SUV owners, who either haven't read American Honda Motors’ proposed vibration remedy, or haven't followed through with the proposed repair.

U.S. News & World Report names the 2017 Toyota Prius the Best Hybrid For the Money. We disagree.

The Fiat 124 Spider edges out the Miata to take Best Sports Car For the Money in a new U.S. News and World Report ranking.

Maserati isn't developing a good track record when it comes to their vehicles being recalled. Sadly, it doesn't look like it is going to get any better in the near future.

The same Ohio Ford dealership which made headlines for introducing a “ready to drive” 727hp 2015 Mustang GT has announced a new twin turbo package which offers as much as 1,200 horsepower “with supporting mods” – and this package starts well under $50,000, including the cost of the car.

In one of the electric car groups on Facebook the group members are discussing whether there should be any comparisons between electric cars instead of comparing electric cars to ICE vehicles. But this discussion quickly turned into comparing Tesla Model S or Model 3 to Nissan Leaf. Here are few interesting comments from that discussion.

After years of speculation, rumors, spy shots and demands from the Mopar community, the Dodge Durango SRT is finally here.

Telsa CEO Elon Musk is joining a long list of tech companies who are opposing the Trump plans on immigration.

This week's Tesla Inc., News has some unusually big stories for the all-EV brand.

How does the Subaru Crosstrek tackle deep snow? It’s where other crossovers get stuck [Video]

The first production cars of the latest edition of the Ford GT started rolling off the assembly line in Multimatic Inc. in Markham, Ontario in December of last year and Ford finally released the official specifications. But the debate in the forums is whether the Ford GT is true to its heritage or a commercial gimmick. The question is whether the new GT a success or failure, is it a marketing gimmick or living up to it's legacy and besting Europe once again.

Hyundai Motor announced the release of a new 2018 Santa Fe sports for 2018. What to expect from its exterior and what changes have been done on the 2018 Santa Fe.

Volkswagen had some great news last week. Nine of its vehicles have been named finalists in the World Car of the Year Awards that will be announced at the New York International Auto Show in April.

What do you think are the advantages of Tesla Model 3, Chevy Bolt and the New Nissan LEAF? What are each strength and weaknesses? This was the question I asked in Electric Cars group on Facebook and received some very interesting replies.

Jaguar Land Rover finds themselves the victim of a massive engine heist.

Volkswagen faces its first major corporate suit in Europe over claims that it made to convince a firm to lease 500 diesels.