Monday, June 17, 2013

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30 Days Of Audi Allroad: What's It Really Cost To Own?

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 01:29 PM PDT

As you might have gathered through our extended coverage of the 2013 Audi Allroad, we're quite charmed by this rugged, luxurious wagon. It's sensibly sized, very versatile, perky performing, and surprisingly fuel-efficient. And it has us wondering: What if we actually owned this wagon, over the course of several years? How much would it cost? We...

The Car Connection's New Android App: Car Reviews, Used Car Listings, Car News, And More

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 12:07 PM PDT

The Car Connection has been a pioneer in mobile apps, and today we're proud to announce our latest effort: a native Android app for the millions of users who read our news, reviews, tips, and advice on a device that doesn't grow on trees. It's the perfect way for car shoppers and enthusiasts alike to get the latest car news, while also reading the...

2006-2007 Chevy TrailBlazer, GMC Envoy Recalled For Fire Risk

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 11:37 AM PDT

General Motors is recalling certain 2006 and 2007 SUVs, including the Chevrolet TrailBlazer and GMC Envoy, in a second recall involving potential fire risk. Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside until fixed. A notice in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website puts the number of vehicles potentially affected...

2014 Audi SQ5 Priced From $51,900

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 11:21 AM PDT

Audi's SQ5 crossover promised us 354 horsepower earlier this year, and now there's a sticker price attached to the uprated version of the German automaker's pert little urban ute--$51,900. The SQ5 is the first "S"-designated Audi crossover. To earn the alpha tag, it's plumped up with more horsepower than the current supercharged V-6 can muster...

Smart Fortwo

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 11:09 AM PDT

The Smart ForTwo is a two-seat hatchback, and it's the smallest high-way legal car sold in the U.S. today. Available in the U.S. since 2008, it's a popular choice in Europe that hasn't quite caught on here. There's a new model expected in 2015, but in the meantime, it competes with the more-expensive Scion iQ almost exclusively. For more...

Maserati Quattroporte

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 11:06 AM PDT

The Maserati Quattroporte is a large premium sedan that competes with the BMW 7-Series and Jaguar XF on the lower end, while tackling cars like the Bentley Flying Spur and Rolls-Royce Ghost at the top of the market. Other alternatives include the Aston Martin Rapide and Porsche Panamera. And with an all-new model for 2014, the Maserati team hopes...

Dodge Dart

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 11:04 AM PDT

The Dodge Dart is the smallest product available from Dodge, and it's a compact four-door sedan intended to replace the Caliber in the lineup. That said, it's better in just about every conceivable way than its spiritual ancestor, the Dodge Neon. For more details of the Dart, including options, prices, and specifications, see the full review of...

Buick Encore

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 11:01 AM PDT

The Buick Encore is a luxurious subcompact crossover that is new for the 2013 model year. It competes with the MINI Countryman and BMW X1, though cars like the Audi Q3 and Mercedes-Benz GLA are on the way. For more information on this car, including options, prices, and specifications, see our full review of the 2013 Buick Encore. Europeans have...

BMW 1-Series

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 10:54 AM PDT

The BMW 1-Series is a compact, sporty coupe or convertible, and it's the most affordable way to get into a BMW in the U.S.. That doesn't necessarily make it inexpensive, though. See our 2013 BMW 1-Series review for pricing with options, specifications, and gas mileage ratings. Nevertheless, it offers the excellent handling that's long been BMW's...

Honda CR-Z

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 10:53 AM PDT

The Honda CR-Z is a sporty three-door, two-seat subcompact hybrid hatchback, and that makes it unique to the market. It's also available with a manual transmission, making it both fuel-friendly and entertaining for enthusiasts. For more on this car, including options, prices, and specifications, read our full review of the 2013 Honda CR-Z. From a...

MINI Cooper

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 10:48 AM PDT

The MINI Cooper now comes in a variety of styles, but the most popular and best-known model is a three-door, four-seat hatchback or convertible. The brand was brought back from the dead in 2002 as a throwback to British Mini of the 60s and 70s, but as a BMW brand, it has grown into a full range of cars–including the two-seat Coupe and...

MINI Countryman

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 10:43 AM PDT

The MINI Countryman is a subcompact crossover, and it's one of the smallest crossovers on the market, despite being the largest MINI available. It competes with the Buick Encore and Nissan Juke, though some shoppers may also be interested in cars like the Audi A3 hatchback. For more details, including options, prices, and specifications, check out...

Ford C-Max

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 10:42 AM PDT

The Ford C-Max is a hybrid or plug-in hybrid hatchback, and it's new for 2013. The C-Max hybrid competes with cars like the Toyota Prius and Prius V, while the C-Max Energi is aimed at the Prius Plug-In Hybrid. For more on this car, including options, prices, and specifications, read our full review of the 2013 Ford C-Max. Nominally, the C-Max is...

Ford Expedition

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 10:41 AM PDT

The Ford Expedition is a full-size SUV built for big families with towing needs. It's one of the largest vehicles for sale in the U.S., and it competes with SUVs like the GMC Yukon, Nissan Armada, Toyota Sequoia and Chevrolet Suburban. See our 2013 Ford Expedition review for pricing with options, specifications, and gas-mileage ratings The...

Despite Complaints, Ford Sync & MyFord Touch Remain Popular

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 08:42 AM PDT

Two years ago, J.D. Power published a brutal assessment of Ford Motor Company: in just one year, the company's rank on Power's Initial Quality Survey plummeted from #5 to #23. The tumble wasn't due to dodgy build quality on the vehicles themselves. Rather, it was almost entirely attributed to Ford's in-dash infotainment system, backed by MyFord...

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