Congratulations to Acura, celebrating 28 consecutive years as the top luxury automobile brand in America. We are speaking alphabetically, of course, since today is April Fool's Day. Since its inception as the first luxury brand from a Japanese automaker, in March 1986, Acura has maintained a clear alphabetical leadership position over all other luxury brands, including Audi, BMW, Mercedes, … [Read more...]
Alfa Romeo returns to US market
Alfa Romeo is returning to the USA for the first time in decades, with a hot, high performance two-seater, the Alfa Romeo 4C The roadster is being introduced to North America at the 2014 New York International Auto Show in April, and will be available in the US some time this summer. Price has not been announced, but widely expected to be in the $65,000-$75,000 range, similar to the Porsche … [Read more...]
Warning: don’t drive your Porsche
Porsche has issued a warning to everybody who owns or drives a 2014 911 GT3 - don't drive it anymore because of a serious safety issue with the engine. Porsche will replace the engines of all 2014 model year 911 GT3 vehicles, and will actually pick it up and truck it - not drive it - to a Porsche Centre repair facility. It's a very expensive solution for a very expensive car - the GT3 is a … [Read more...]
Porsche introduces new 2014 models
Porsche is introducing six new models at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show later this month. The two headliners are the world intro of the much anticipated all-new Porsche compact SUV called Macan and the North American debut of the Porsche 918 Spyder (shown here), arguably the world's first plug-in hybrid super sports car. Plus, there are the world debuts of the all-new 911 Turbo Cabriolet and … [Read more...]
Lamborghini stretch limousine for rent
Just what the world needs - a stretch Lamborghini Aventador limousine, for your partying pleasure. The world's first stretched out, blinged out Lambo is on the drawing boards from the British luxury car rental firm Cars For Stars. It's the limo version of Lamborghini's Aventador model, complete with the same so-called scissor doors as the conventional model, which is a 690hp. $400,000 … [Read more...]
Best 2013 cars: Consumer Reports
What are the best cars of 2013? The April issue of Consumer Reports tells all, with reviews of 281 models. Watch the CR video, below, or just read the winners by category. Budget car - Hyundai Elantra ($18,445). One of CR’s top-rated compact sedans, the well- rounded Elantra delivers a lot for the money. It’s roomier and more refined than a typical subcompact yet gets competitive fuel … [Read more...]
Best 2013 cars manufactured in USA
The new Cadillac ATS performance sedan has been named "Best of the Year" 2013 car by MotorWeek, the longest running automotive series on television. This award includes only vehicles made in America, on assembly lines operated both by Detroit based manufacturers and foreign companies including Toyota/Lexus, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz and Nissan/Infiniti, which have been building cars and trucks … [Read more...]
Lexus Eco Challenge for students to win $500,000 in scholarships
Young people committed to making a difference in the world can win educational grants and scholarships in the sixth annual Lexus Eco Challenge, which has a total of $500,000 to give away. The program already has inspired and empowered more than 22,000 middle and high school students to learn about the environment and take action to improve it. For their efforts, Lexus has awarded more than $3.5 … [Read more...]
London Olympics includes fast cars, art cars display
The world's best athletes are making headlines in the 2012 Olympics in London, and they have company. Some of the world's best, fastest and most unusual vehicles are joining them, in special displays. Jaguar and Land Rover are in a starring role in the 'Make it in Great Britain' exhibition at London's Science Museum, which aims to dispel the myth that Britain doesn't make anything anymore, and … [Read more...]
January 2012 Car of the Month: 2012 Acura TL sport sedan
The 2012 Acura TL is the January Car of the Month, named by NADA for its updated styling, improved performance, fuel economy and upgraded technology. If you are in the market for an affordable performance sport sedan, the 2012 Acura TL holds up well against more expensive competitors like the BMW 3 Series. I love the TL. I got to test drive it recently, and found it to be fast, fun and … [Read more...]