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Earth Day 2012 marks progress for fuel economy technology Earth Day 2012 marks progress for fuel economy technology
With Earth Day approaching on Sunday, it seems like a good time to celebrate some of the technologies that have given the U.S. auto fleet the best average gas mileage in history: Much of the technology has been spurred by automakers’ efforts to meet...
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5 Questions with: Carlos Ghosn, CEO of Nissan and electric-car champion 5 Questions with: Carlos Ghosn, CEO of Nissan and electric-car champion
Under the leadership of Carlos Ghosn (pronounced “Go-an”), Nissan has been known to be more bullish on the future of electric cars than perhaps any established automaker in the industry. Even in the face of faltering initial sales of electric cars,...
5 Questions with: Carlos Ghosn, CEO of Nissan and electric-car champion »
Trailer tips – How to get ready for the summer towing season Trailer tips – How to get ready for the summer towing season
The arrival of spring and warmer weather means the start of the trailering season for many drivers, as families break out their boats, campers, and other outdoor gear after a long winter. But before you hitch up and go, it’s important to think safety, both...
Trailer tips – How to get ready for the summer towing season »
Driving the new 3 Series: What happened to BMW? Driving the new 3 Series: What happened to BMW?
Most people know that for years, BMW’s marketing tag line has been: “The ultimate driving machine.” For a long time, this strong statement was appropriate. Now, I’m not so sure. After taking our new, redesigned 2012 3 Series over hill and...
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BMW 5 Series and 6 Series cars recalled due to a battery cable problem BMW 5 Series and 6 Series cars recalled due to a battery cable problem
German luxury car maker BMW AG is recalling about 1.3 million BMW 5 Series and BMW 6 Series vehicles worldwide due to an issue with the cars’ battery cable covers. The recall affects approximately 367,000 BMW cars in the U.S. According to BMW’s statement,...
BMW 5 Series and 6 Series cars recalled due to a battery cable problem »
GM to replace portable 120-volt chargers for Chevy Volt hybrids GM to replace portable 120-volt chargers for Chevy Volt hybrids
General Motors announced yesterday that it is replacing the portable charging devices used to recharge the Chevrolet Volt from any standard 120-volt household electrical outlet. The new charger is said to have a thicker and more durable cable to enhance the charger’s...
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2003 Infiniti Q45 2003 Infiniti Q45
Recall Component: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW Recall Date: 20120228 Units Affected: 1349 Recall Description: Summary:NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2003-2005 INFINITI Q45 VEHICLES. A WIRING CONNECTOR FOR THE SEAT MOUNTED AIRBAG MAY EXPERIENCE INCREASED...
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Spring cleaning your car: DIY maintenance tips for the new season Spring cleaning your car: DIY maintenance tips for the new season
An early spring for much of North America means many of us can get a jump on outdoor spring projects, and giving your car a quick going over inside and out is a great place to start. In addition to improving its looks, a spring cleaning can help protect the finish,...
Spring cleaning your car: DIY maintenance tips for the new season »
From the logbook: Chevrolet Volt From the logbook: Chevrolet Volt
Is the Chevrolet Volt the most significant car that General Motors has produced in the last 20 years? Has the automaker ever bet so heavily (or invested so much money – $1.5 billion) to bring a new design to market? Is the Volt the answer to high gas prices?...
From the logbook: Chevrolet Volt »
Toyota recalls another 681,000 Camry, Venza, Tacoma vehicles Toyota recalls another 681,000 Camry, Venza, Tacoma vehicles
It’s been a few months since the last big Toyota recall, so it probably comes as no surprise to some of you that Toyota has issued recalls a grand total of 681,000 Camry, Venza and Tacoma vehicles. The smaller portion of the recall involves 70,500 model year...
Toyota recalls another 681,000 Camry, Venza, Tacoma vehicles »

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