The Car Connection's Best Used Coupes For 2013 Posted: 01 May 2013 12:37 PM PDT  When a coupe is new, there's little left to mystery. No other drivers have been behind the wheel; no other posteriors have graced the seats, except maybe at the showroom. With a used coupe, it's a completely different story. Used cars are a blank slate: unless there's a short, meticulous chain of owners in its past, a used car can have quite a...  |
2013 Volkswagen Jetta Posted: 01 May 2013 12:30 PM PDT  The 2013 Volkswagen Jetta lineup expands with the addition of a new hybrid model, and includes trim upgrades for selected models as well. Now in its third year, the compact sedan that's been VW's highest volume model has paid off on its maker's bet that adding back-seat space, selectively reducing amenities, and cutting the base price...  |
Coda Bankrupt, April Car Sales, Corvette Stingray Weight: Car News Headlines Posted: 01 May 2013 09:00 AM PDT  Today at The Car Connection, we April new-car sales numbers were reported and Audi might be working on a Q8 luxury crossover. Electric-car startup Coda Automotive filed for bankruptcy and Nissan updated the 370Z NISMO's styling for 2014. All this and more in today's car news, right here on The Car Connection. Here are the top 11 excuses given to...  |
Electric Car Company Coda Files For Bankruptcy Posted: 01 May 2013 07:30 AM PDT  Well, that was fast: roughly one year after it first began delivering all-electric sedans to American consumers, electric-car startup Coda Automotive has filed for bankruptcy. The bulk of the company's website has been disabled. On the front page, we find only a press release, which states that Coda Automotive has filed for Chapter 11 protection...  |
April 2013 Car Sales: Strength In Numbers Posted: 01 May 2013 07:15 AM PDT  A relatively stable economy and very low interest rates did their part, helping the auto industry to another strong month of car sales in April. Overall, sales are expected to check in at a seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) of more than 15 million units, according to most analysts. Kelley Blue Book anticipates a SAAR of 15.3 million units in...  |
Scion xD Posted: 30 Apr 2013 05:24 PM PDT  The Scion xD is a compact five-door hatchback that competes with models like the Kia Soul and even its sister-model, the xB. It's a tall and boxy vehicle with decent fuel economy, ample utility and an affordable price. To learn more about the xD, read our 2013 Scion xD review, or compare the car to its primary rivals with our comparison tool...  |
Jeep Cherokee Posted: 30 Apr 2013 05:24 PM PDT  The Jeep Cherokee is a compact or mid-size SUV that debuted in the 1970s, but vanished again in the early 2000s. It's coming back to the market as a 2014 model, but this time as a car-based crossover. Available with a four-cylinder or V-6 engine, the Cherokee is a family-friendly vehicle with some off-road credibility built into its Trailhawk...  |
2014 BMW X1 Posted: 30 Apr 2013 05:23 PM PDT  Want to go a step smaller than what we call a compact crossover in the U.S., yet have it be sporty and luxurious? BMW is hoping there are more like you; last year it brought its X1 crossover--essentially a tall sportwagon--to the U.S., and it's a package that will fit quite the range of style-conscious urban commuter types. At least...  |
Audi A8 Posted: 30 Apr 2013 05:16 PM PDT  The brand's flagship model, the Audi A8 is the largest sedan offered by the German automaker. Available in the U.S. since 1997, the A8 competes with other full-size luxury sedans like the BMW 7 Series, Mercedes S-Class, Jaguar XJ and Lexus LS. The baseA8 is powered by a supercharged V-6 engine, but shoppers can opt for a twin-turbo V-8, W12 or TDI...  |
Audi A5 Posted: 30 Apr 2013 05:14 PM PDT  The Audi A5 is part of Audi's B-Segment cars, which include the A5, S5, RS5, A4, S4 and allroad models. Attractive no matter how you slice it, the A5 is offered with a turbocharged four-cylinder, while the S5 comes with a supercharged V-6. Those craving obnoxious power will want to spring for the V-8 powered RS5, though. See our 2013 Audi A5...  |
Subaru WRX Posted: 30 Apr 2013 05:10 PM PDT  The Subaru WRX and STI are turbocharged performance versions of the Impreza hatchback and sedan. The WRX is a comfortable daily driver with a little bit of oomph under the hood, while the STI is a full-fledged race car from the factory. However, instead of big-displacement engines and rear-wheel drive, they sport turbochargers and advanced...  |
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