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Least Expensive Cars of 2009
Are cheap cars really all that cheap? We've driven the ten least-expensive 2009 cars on the American market, and here we share our opinions of the cars that carry the lowest sticker prices in the US.
Are cheap cars really all that cheap? We've driven the ten least-expensive 2009 cars on the American market, and here we share our opinions of the cars that carry the lowest sticker prices in the US.
Favorite Fuel Efficient Cars
Here at About Cars, our philosophy is that a fuel-efficient car shouldn't requrie one to give up comfort, safety and enjoyment. That's why this isn't just a by-the-numbers list of cars with the best fuel economy. Instead, the About Cars test drivers and I are pleased to present our list of cars we think are the creme-de-la-creme of high-mileage cars - including hybrids, turbodiesels, and other high-MPG, fuel-efficient cars.
Here at About Cars, our philosophy is that a fuel-efficient car shouldn't requrie one to give up comfort, safety and enjoyment. That's why this isn't just a by-the-numbers list of cars with the best fuel economy. Instead, the About Cars test drivers and I are pleased to present our list of cars we think are the creme-de-la-creme of high-mileage cars - including hybrids, turbodiesels, and other high-MPG, fuel-efficient cars.
Lexus LF-A concept
Lexus LF-A concept
Lexus LF-A concept
2007 BMW M6 convertible
2007 BMW M6 convertible
2007 BMW M6 convertible
Best Cars for Teens
Here are ten cars that are easy to drive and affordable to buy, insure and run. Another Top Picks list from the road testers at About Cars.
Here are ten cars that are easy to drive and affordable to buy, insure and run. Another Top Picks list from the road testers at About Cars.
Ford Fusion
Ford Euro Fusion
Ford Euro Fusion
Factory shot: 2008 Audi R8 front view
2008 Audi R8 front three-quarter view
2008 Audi R8 front three-quarter view
Lamborghini Reventon dash
2008 Lamborghini Reventon dashboard
2008 Lamborghini Reventon dashboard
Chevrolet Spark
Chevrolet Spark
Chevrolet Spark
How DSG/twin clutch works
The Direct Shift Gearbox (aka twin-clutch transmission) is a self-shifting transmission that overcomes many of the problems with traditional manuals and automatics, and works faster than other sequential manuals. DSG is available on cars such as the Audi TT and A3 and Volkswagen GTI, Jetta GLI, and Golf R32. How the DSG works is explained here by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
The Direct Shift Gearbox (aka twin-clutch transmission) is a self-shifting transmission that overcomes many of the problems with traditional manuals and automatics, and works faster than other sequential manuals. DSG is available on cars such as the Audi TT and A3 and Volkswagen GTI, Jetta GLI, and Golf R32. How the DSG works is explained here by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
CVT - What it is, how it works
What is a Continuously Variable Transmission (or CVT), how does it work, and what makes the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) superior to a conventional automatic transmission? This article explains, in simple terms, what the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) is and how it works. By Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
What is a Continuously Variable Transmission (or CVT), how does it work, and what makes the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) superior to a conventional automatic transmission? This article explains, in simple terms, what the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) is and how it works. By Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
Hummer HX concept
Hummer HX concept at NAIAS08
Hummer HX concept at NAIAS08
Cars for Women
Women's driving needs differ from men's. Herewith the Top 10 Cars for women as chosen by the automotive experts at About Cars.
Women's driving needs differ from men's. Herewith the Top 10 Cars for women as chosen by the automotive experts at About Cars.
Lamborghini Reventon from the front
2008 Lamborghini Reventon front view
2008 Lamborghini Reventon front view
Audi A4 cabriolet
207 Audi A4 Cabriolet front-left view
207 Audi A4 Cabriolet front-left view
Small Cars You Can Live With
In years past, small fuel-efficient cars that got excellent gas mileage were limited in scope to economy cars. Today, automakers are building high-MPG cars that are more luxurious, more flexible and more sporty than ever. Check out this list of the Top 10 small cars you can live with, with links to About.com test drives and new car reviews.
In years past, small fuel-efficient cars that got excellent gas mileage were limited in scope to economy cars. Today, automakers are building high-MPG cars that are more luxurious, more flexible and more sporty than ever. Check out this list of the Top 10 small cars you can live with, with links to About.com test drives and new car reviews.
Snow tire Q&A
How are snow tires different from other tires? Do you need snow tires, or are all-season tires good enough? This article answers five common questions about snow and winter tires. From Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
How are snow tires different from other tires? Do you need snow tires, or are all-season tires good enough? This article answers five common questions about snow and winter tires. From Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
BMW X6 Active Hybrid concept
BMW X6 Active Hybrid concept
BMW X6 Active Hybrid concept
2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe
2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe side view
2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe side view
Factory photo: 2009 Audi A4 Avant interior
2009 Audi A4 Avant interior
2009 Audi A4 Avant interior
Ford S-MAX
Ford S-MAX
Ford S-MAX
Audi R8 interior
2008 Audi R8 interior left
2008 Audi R8 interior left
NISMO 350Z interior
2007 Nissan NISMO 350Z interior
2007 Nissan NISMO 350Z interior
Best New Cars of 2009
Best new cars of 2009
Best new cars of 2009
Audi - New for 2010
What's coming to the Audi lineup in 2010 and beyond. Includes changes to new 2010 and 2011 Audi cars and future cars including the A4, S4, A5, S5, A6, S6, A8, S8, TT, TTS and R8.
What's coming to the Audi lineup in 2010 and beyond. Includes changes to new 2010 and 2011 Audi cars and future cars including the A4, S4, A5, S5, A6, S6, A8, S8, TT, TTS and R8.
Ford Fiesta
Ford Fiesta
Ford Fiesta
Factory photo: VW R32 interior
2008 Volkswagen R32 interior
2008 Volkswagen R32 interior
Driving is serious business, ja?
2007 Audi A3 S-line interior
2007 Audi A3 S-line interior
BMW - New for 2010
What's coming to the BMW lineup in 2010 and beyond. Includes changes to new 2009 and 2010 BMW cars and future cars including the 3-series (328, 335), 5-series, 6-series, 7-series, M3, M5, M6, X3, X5, X6 and Z4.
What's coming to the BMW lineup in 2010 and beyond. Includes changes to new 2009 and 2010 BMW cars and future cars including the 3-series (328, 335), 5-series, 6-series, 7-series, M3, M5, M6, X3, X5, X6 and Z4.
2007 Hummer H3 Alpha
2007 Hummer H3 Alpha
2007 Hummer H3 Alpha
Factory photo: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro interior
2010 Chevrolet Camaro coupe interior
2010 Chevrolet Camaro coupe interior
2008 Audi A5 interior
2008 Audi A5 interior
2008 Audi A5 interior
Audi S8 right-front view
2007 Audi S8 right-front view
2007 Audi S8 right-front view
Mazda 3 rear view
2007 Mazda 3 rear view
2007 Mazda 3 rear view
Suzuki SX4 rear view
2007 Suzuki SX4 rear view
2007 Suzuki SX4 rear view
Drivers wanted
2007 BMW 3-series coupe interior
2007 BMW 3-series coupe interior
2008 Ford Shelby GT500KR
2008 Ford Shelby GT500KR - New for 2008
2008 Ford Shelby GT500KR - New for 2008
2007 Hyundai Tiburon
2007 Hyundai Tiburon
2007 Hyundai Tiburon
2008 Bentley Continental GT Speed
2008 Bentley Continental GT Speed front view
2008 Bentley Continental GT Speed front view
2007 Chevrolet Aveo Sedan
2007 Chevrolet Aveo Sedan
2007 Chevrolet Aveo Sedan
Hyundai - New for 2010
What's coming to the Hyundai lineup in 2009 and beyond. Includes changes to new 2009 and 2010 Hyundai cars and future cars including the Accent, Azera, Elantra, Elantra Touring, Genesis, Sonata, Equus and Tiburon.
What's coming to the Hyundai lineup in 2009 and beyond. Includes changes to new 2009 and 2010 Hyundai cars and future cars including the Accent, Azera, Elantra, Elantra Touring, Genesis, Sonata, Equus and Tiburon.
Interior
2007 Ford Mustang GT interior
2007 Ford Mustang GT interior
Ford Mondeo
Ford Mondeo
Ford Mondeo
Chevrolet Vectra
Chevrolet Vectra
Chevrolet Vectra
SRT8 Super Bee from the front
2007 Dodge Charger SRT8 Super Bee front view, high angle
2007 Dodge Charger SRT8 Super Bee front view, high angle
Fun, fuel-efficient cars
Who says "fun" and "frugal" are mutually exclusive?
Who says "fun" and "frugal" are mutually exclusive?
Mercury Cougar
Mercury Cougar
Mercury Cougar
Tiburon's updated interior
2007 Hyundai Tiburon interior
2007 Hyundai Tiburon interior
2010 Kia Forte test drive
]Meet the 2010 Kia Forte, an all-new car that replaces the Spectra as Kia's entry in the crowded compact sedan market. Kia claims the 2010 Forte represents the New Age of Kia -- top-quality cars that can hold their own against Toyota, Honda and Nissan while retaining Kia's traditional value equation. That's a pretty tall order -- can the 2010 Kia Forte really deliver? Read on. 2010 Kia Forte: Tested and reviewed by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
]Meet the 2010 Kia Forte, an all-new car that replaces the Spectra as Kia's entry in the crowded compact sedan market. Kia claims the 2010 Forte represents the New Age of Kia -- top-quality cars that can hold their own against Toyota, Honda and Nissan while retaining Kia's traditional value equation. That's a pretty tall order -- can the 2010 Kia Forte really deliver? Read on. 2010 Kia Forte: Tested and reviewed by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
2010 Audi A3 TDI
2010 Audi A3 TDI at the 2009 Detroit auto show
2010 Audi A3 TDI at the 2009 Detroit auto show
IS250 interior
2007 Lexus IS250 interior
2007 Lexus IS250 interior
Before: The 9-5's dash in 2005
2005 Saab 9-5 dashboard
2005 Saab 9-5 dashboard
S-model interior
2007 Mazda 3 interior
2007 Mazda 3 interior
Least Expensive Cars of 2008
Are cheap cars really all that cheap? We've driven the ten least-expensive 2008 cars on the American market, and here we share our opinions of the cars that carry the lowest sticker prices in the US.
Are cheap cars really all that cheap? We've driven the ten least-expensive 2008 cars on the American market, and here we share our opinions of the cars that carry the lowest sticker prices in the US.
Honda - New for 2010
What's coming to the Honda lineup in 2010 and beyond. Includes changes to new 2010 and 2011 Honda cars and future cars including the Accord, Civic, Civic Hybrid, CR-V, Element, Fit, Odyssey, Pilot, Ridgeline, S2000, FCX, hybrids and diesels.
What's coming to the Honda lineup in 2010 and beyond. Includes changes to new 2010 and 2011 Honda cars and future cars including the Accord, Civic, Civic Hybrid, CR-V, Element, Fit, Odyssey, Pilot, Ridgeline, S2000, FCX, hybrids and diesels.
Best cars for moms
Who says motherhood demands a minivan or big SUV? Here are ten cars that are perfect for moms, with lots of family-friendly features that mothers everywhere will approve of.
Who says motherhood demands a minivan or big SUV? Here are ten cars that are perfect for moms, with lots of family-friendly features that mothers everywhere will approve of.
Most Fuel-Efficient 2009 Cars
Here are the 10 most fuel efficient cars on sale in America, according to the EPA -- and what About.com Cars Guide Aaron Gold thinks of them.
Here are the 10 most fuel efficient cars on sale in America, according to the EPA -- and what About.com Cars Guide Aaron Gold thinks of them.
9-3 interior
2007 Saab 9-3 interior
2007 Saab 9-3 interior
Clubman interior
2008 MINI Cooper Clubman interior
2008 MINI Cooper Clubman interior
2008 Nissan Rogue
2008 Nissan Rogue
2008 Nissan Rogue
Nissan Qashqai
Nissan Qashqai interior
Nissan Qashqai interior
Fuel Saving Tips
Yes, your car can get better gas mileage! These Top Ten Fuel Saving Tips will help you improve your car's fuel economy and use less gasoline. Most of these tips will give you a slight increase in MPG -- but together the gas mileage improvements can really add up. Save money and use less fuel. From Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
Yes, your car can get better gas mileage! These Top Ten Fuel Saving Tips will help you improve your car's fuel economy and use less gasoline. Most of these tips will give you a slight increase in MPG -- but together the gas mileage improvements can really add up. Save money and use less fuel. From Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
G6 dash
2006 Pontiac G6 GT convertible dashboard
2006 Pontiac G6 GT convertible dashboard
Cadillac SLS
Cadillac SLS
Cadillac SLS
2007 Nissan Sentra
2007 Nissan Sentra
2007 Nissan Sentra
Instrument panel
2008 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG instrument panel
2008 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG instrument panel
Today's Charger
2007 Dodge Charger SRT8 Super Bee front view
2007 Dodge Charger SRT8 Super Bee front view
One more look at the CSX
2007 Acura CSX Type S left-front
2007 Acura CSX Type S left-front
M3 interior
2008 BMW M3 interior
2008 BMW M3 interior
2009 Mazda RX-8 dashboard
2009 Mazda RX-8 dashboard
2009 Mazda RX-8 dashboard
2008 BMW 5-series
2008 BMW 5-series
2008 BMW 5-series
High-lux accomodations in the 3.6
2007 VW Passat Wagon 3.6 interior
2007 VW Passat Wagon 3.6 interior
K&N Air Filters
K&N says their reuseable air filter can save on costs and pollution. How well does it work? The experts at About.com Cars have the answer.
K&N says their reuseable air filter can save on costs and pollution. How well does it work? The experts at About.com Cars have the answer.
Nissan - What's new for 2010
What's coming to the Nissan lineup in 2010 and beyond. Includes changes to new 2010 and 2011 Nissan cars and future cars including the 350Z, 370Z, Altima, Armada, Maxima, Sentra, and Versa.
What's coming to the Nissan lineup in 2010 and beyond. Includes changes to new 2010 and 2011 Nissan cars and future cars including the 350Z, 370Z, Altima, Armada, Maxima, Sentra, and Versa.
SUV Alternatives
While SUVs offer lots of space, they aren't always the most practical vehicle -- and they certainly aren't very fuel-efficient. Here are ten vehicles that will give you the space of an SUV with all the advantages of a car, as opposed to a truck. Tested, analyzed and reviwed by the experts at About Cars.
While SUVs offer lots of space, they aren't always the most practical vehicle -- and they certainly aren't very fuel-efficient. Here are ten vehicles that will give you the space of an SUV with all the advantages of a car, as opposed to a truck. Tested, analyzed and reviwed by the experts at About Cars.
Modern Muscle
The real muscle car era is long gone but by expanding the definition to include imports, V-6's, front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive, we've come up with a list of modern cars just loaded with muscle. An About Cars Top 10 Pick.
The real muscle car era is long gone but by expanding the definition to include imports, V-6's, front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive, we've come up with a list of modern cars just loaded with muscle. An About Cars Top 10 Pick.
2009 BMW X6 interior
2009 BMW X6 interior black
2009 BMW X6 interior black
2008 BMW M3 sedan
2008 BMW M3 Sedan LAAS07
2008 BMW M3 Sedan LAAS07
2010 Chevy Camaro test drive
The 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is easily the most-anticipated new car of the 2010 model year, with head-turning styling, gobs of power, and an amazingly reasonable price. Does the all-new 2010 Camaro live up to the hype? Read on. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro: Tested and reviewed by Aaron Gold, one of the expert reviewers at About.com Cars.
The 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is easily the most-anticipated new car of the 2010 model year, with head-turning styling, gobs of power, and an amazingly reasonable price. Does the all-new 2010 Camaro live up to the hype? Read on. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro: Tested and reviewed by Aaron Gold, one of the expert reviewers at About.com Cars.
2008 Ferrari F430 Scuderia
2008 Ferrari F430 LAAS07
2008 Ferrari F430 LAAS07
Affordable Softtops
It isn't necessary to mortgage the farm for the pleasure of driving a convertible. Here are 10 fun-to-drive softtops that won't break your bank account.
It isn't necessary to mortgage the farm for the pleasure of driving a convertible. Here are 10 fun-to-drive softtops that won't break your bank account.
Factory photo: VW R32 from the rear
2008 Volkswagen R32
2008 Volkswagen R32
760Li interior
2007 BMW 760Li interior
2007 BMW 760Li interior
2007 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG
2007 Mercedes E-Class E63 AMG
2007 Mercedes E-Class E63 AMG
E63 AMG interior
2007 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG wagon interior
2007 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG wagon interior
2010 BMW X6 M
2010 BMW X6 M
2010 BMW X6 M
CTS-V from the front
2009 Cadillac CTS-V front-left view
2009 Cadillac CTS-V front-left view
Pontiac LeMans
Opel Kadett
Opel Kadett
2009 Nissan Versa test drive
Nissan couldn't have picked a better time to introduce a cut-rate version of their Versa subcompact sedan. The 2009 Versa 1.6 Base was the cheapest car in America for a few days, until Hyundai dropped the price of its entry-level Accent. Even so, $9,990 -- actually $10,710 once you add in the Versa's $720 delivery charge -- is pretty darn cheap for a new car. But is this a car you'd actually want to buy? Read on. Tested and reviewed by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
Nissan couldn't have picked a better time to introduce a cut-rate version of their Versa subcompact sedan. The 2009 Versa 1.6 Base was the cheapest car in America for a few days, until Hyundai dropped the price of its entry-level Accent. Even so, $9,990 -- actually $10,710 once you add in the Versa's $720 delivery charge -- is pretty darn cheap for a new car. But is this a car you'd actually want to buy? Read on. Tested and reviewed by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
SX4 dashboard
2007 Suzuki SX4 dashboard
2007 Suzuki SX4 dashboard
Corolla S interior
2009 Toyota Corolla S interior
2009 Toyota Corolla S interior
Merkur XR4Ti
Ford Sierra Cosworth
Ford Sierra Cosworth
Mercury Capri
Mercury Capri
Mercury Capri
2007 Audi A4 Cabriolet
2007 Audi A4 Cabriolet left-front high angle
2007 Audi A4 Cabriolet left-front high angle
Ford Galaxy
Ford Galaxy
Ford Galaxy
2007 Nissan NISMO 350Z
2007 Nissan NISMO 350Z
2007 Nissan NISMO 350Z
Direct fuel injection
Direct fuel injection promises better fuel efficiency, more power and cleaner emissions for car engines. This article explains what direct fuel injection is and how direct fuel injection works.
Direct fuel injection promises better fuel efficiency, more power and cleaner emissions for car engines. This article explains what direct fuel injection is and how direct fuel injection works.
2012 Toyota FT-86
Toyota FT-86 Concept
Toyota FT-86 Concept
2008 BMW M3 Coupe
2008 BMW M3 Coupe LAAS07
2008 BMW M3 Coupe LAAS07
Dashboard detail
2007 Saab 9-3 dashboard
2007 Saab 9-3 dashboard
Lancer GTS interior
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer GTS interior
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer GTS interior
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer GTS
Seems we just finished reviewing the all-new 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, and already they've introduced an improved 2009 version. The changes affect the Lancer GTS, the racy top-of-the-line model, which gets a bigger engine -- 2.4 liters versus 2.0 for DE and ES models and last year's GTS. Outside, the boy-racer mini-Evo theme continues with a body kit and big trunk spoiler. Does the new engine make the Lancer GTS a true sportser? Read on. Tested by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
Seems we just finished reviewing the all-new 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, and already they've introduced an improved 2009 version. The changes affect the Lancer GTS, the racy top-of-the-line model, which gets a bigger engine -- 2.4 liters versus 2.0 for DE and ES models and last year's GTS. Outside, the boy-racer mini-Evo theme continues with a body kit and big trunk spoiler. Does the new engine make the Lancer GTS a true sportser? Read on. Tested by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
Deals on Wheels
To me, getting a good deal on a car means more than just getting a low price. It means getting more of what you want, whether "more" means more performance, more comfort, more space, or more gadgets and goodies. This list contains ten cars that I think represent the best bargains on today's automotive market.
To me, getting a good deal on a car means more than just getting a low price. It means getting more of what you want, whether "more" means more performance, more comfort, more space, or more gadgets and goodies. This list contains ten cars that I think represent the best bargains on today's automotive market.
Mazda Ryuga concept
Mazda Ryuga concept
Mazda Ryuga concept
Toyota - New for 2010
What's new in the Toyota car lineup for 2010. Includes changes, updates and redesigns to the 2009 Toyota, Camry, Solara, Avalon, Corolla, Matrix, Prius, and Yaris.
What's new in the Toyota car lineup for 2010. Includes changes, updates and redesigns to the 2009 Toyota, Camry, Solara, Avalon, Corolla, Matrix, Prius, and Yaris.
Dodge RAM 3500
2010 Dodge RAM 3500
2010 Dodge RAM 3500
Chevrolet Camaro concept rear end detail
Chevrolet Camaro concept rear end detail
Chevrolet Camaro concept rear end detail
Lamborghini Reventon detail
2008 Lamborghini Reventon engine cover
2008 Lamborghini Reventon engine cover
A6 Avant front view
2007 Audi A6 Avant front view
2007 Audi A6 Avant front view
2010 Mazda3 test drive
Since its introduction in 2004, the Mazda3 has earned a reputation for being economical, fun to drive, and well outside of the mainstream. Mazda's goal for the redesigned 2010 Mazda3 was to make a car that would bring new buyers into the fold without abandoning the factors and features that current Mazda3 owners hold so dear. Have they done it? Read on. 2010 Mazda 3: Tested by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
Since its introduction in 2004, the Mazda3 has earned a reputation for being economical, fun to drive, and well outside of the mainstream. Mazda's goal for the redesigned 2010 Mazda3 was to make a car that would bring new buyers into the fold without abandoning the factors and features that current Mazda3 owners hold so dear. Have they done it? Read on. 2010 Mazda 3: Tested by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
Which Car is Best for You?
Choosing the best car for your needs can be a chore. This brief checklist makes it relatively painless.
Choosing the best car for your needs can be a chore. This brief checklist makes it relatively painless.
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP interior
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP interior
Audi S8 left-rear view
2007 Audi S8 left-rear view
2007 Audi S8 left-rear view
2009 Honda Civic Sedan review
The Honda Civic is the car I most often recommend to people who want simple, economical and reliable transportation. A week with a mid-range 2009 Honda Civic reminded me why it's such a sensible buy -- but it also reminded me that the 2009 Honda Civic is not the perfect car, and that buyers should consider its imperfections carefully before signing on the dotted line. 2009 Honda Civic LX-S sedan: Tested and reviewed by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
The Honda Civic is the car I most often recommend to people who want simple, economical and reliable transportation. A week with a mid-range 2009 Honda Civic reminded me why it's such a sensible buy -- but it also reminded me that the 2009 Honda Civic is not the perfect car, and that buyers should consider its imperfections carefully before signing on the dotted line. 2009 Honda Civic LX-S sedan: Tested and reviewed by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
Step inside the Matrix
2007 Toyota Matrix interior
2007 Toyota Matrix interior
Features For Your Next Car
Used to be that power windows and locks were the epitomy of luxury; today, they're standard on even the most humble econoboxes. Technology has gifted us with a great many more goodies and gadgets. Here are ten features and options that could make life with your next car a great deal easier and safer.
Used to be that power windows and locks were the epitomy of luxury; today, they're standard on even the most humble econoboxes. Technology has gifted us with a great many more goodies and gadgets. Here are ten features and options that could make life with your next car a great deal easier and safer.
IS350 interior
2007 Lexus IS350 interior
2007 Lexus IS350 interior
Mazda 3 on the move
2007 Mazda 3 driving
2007 Mazda 3 driving
2009 VW Jetta TDI review
For 2009, Volkswagen is re-introducing the diesel-powered Jetta TDI with an all-new "clean" turbodiesel engine that meets emissions standards in all 50 states. Diesel fans (including me) praise diesel cars for their excellent power and hybrid-like fuel economy. Detractors say diesels are smoky, smelly and slow. Will the new TDI advance the cause of diesel? Read on. Tested and reviewed by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
For 2009, Volkswagen is re-introducing the diesel-powered Jetta TDI with an all-new "clean" turbodiesel engine that meets emissions standards in all 50 states. Diesel fans (including me) praise diesel cars for their excellent power and hybrid-like fuel economy. Detractors say diesels are smoky, smelly and slow. Will the new TDI advance the cause of diesel? Read on. Tested and reviewed by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
Chevrolet Astra (new)
Chevrolet New Astra
Chevrolet New Astra
Ford Focus
Ford Focus
Ford Focus
Chevrolet Optra Hatchback
Chevrolet Optra Hatchback
Chevrolet Optra Hatchback
2007 Volvo S80
2007 Volvo S80
2007 Volvo S80
450 horsepower 12-cylinder engine
2006 Audi A8L W12 engine
2006 Audi A8L W12 engine
How to live past 150,000
Improvements in technology, build quality and metallurgy mean that cars are living longer and longer, even in the Rust Belt. And it's not just Japanese cars, either -- domestics and Europeans are giving reliable service up to, and well past, 150,000 miles.[p] With proper care and feeding, virtually any car can be kept running as long as the owner wants to keep it. Here are twelve guidelines to keeping your car well into six-figure territory.
Improvements in technology, build quality and metallurgy mean that cars are living longer and longer, even in the Rust Belt. And it's not just Japanese cars, either -- domestics and Europeans are giving reliable service up to, and well past, 150,000 miles.[p] With proper care and feeding, virtually any car can be kept running as long as the owner wants to keep it. Here are twelve guidelines to keeping your car well into six-figure territory.
Audi RS6 Avant interior
Audi RS6 Avant interior
Audi RS6 Avant interior
Mercedes-Benz - New for 2010
What's coming to the Mercedes-Benz lineup in 2010 and beyond. Includes changes to new 2010 and 2011 Mercedes-Benz cars and future cars including the
What's coming to the Mercedes-Benz lineup in 2010 and beyond. Includes changes to new 2010 and 2011 Mercedes-Benz cars and future cars including the
Audi A4 Cabriolet interior
2007 Audi A4 Cabriolet interior
2007 Audi A4 Cabriolet interior
New A6 interior
2009 Audi A6 Avant interior
2009 Audi A6 Avant interior
Top Ten Cars for Men
Ten best cars for men
Ten best cars for men
Lexus - New for 2010
What's coming to the Lexus lineup in 2010 and beyond. Includes changes to new 2009 and 2010 Lexus cars and future cars including the IS (IS250, IS350, IS 250C, IS 350C, IS-F), GS (GS350, GS400, GS450h), HS (HS 250h), LS (LS460, LS460L, LS600h)
What's coming to the Lexus lineup in 2010 and beyond. Includes changes to new 2009 and 2010 Lexus cars and future cars including the IS (IS250, IS350, IS 250C, IS 350C, IS-F), GS (GS350, GS400, GS450h), HS (HS 250h), LS (LS460, LS460L, LS600h)
Acura - New for 2010
What's coming to the Acura lineup in 2010 and beyond. Includes changes to new 2010 and 2011 Acura cars and future cars including the TL, TSX and RL.
What's coming to the Acura lineup in 2010 and beyond. Includes changes to new 2010 and 2011 Acura cars and future cars including the TL, TSX and RL.
What is gap insurance?
What is gap insurance, and do you need it? This quick guide explains gap insurance and what it does, so you can decide if you need gap insurance when you buy or lease your next new car.
What is gap insurance, and do you need it? This quick guide explains gap insurance and what it does, so you can decide if you need gap insurance when you buy or lease your next new car.
Pontiac G8 interior
2008 Pontiac G8 GT interior
2008 Pontiac G8 GT interior
2009 Audi A4 interior
2009 Audi A4 interior
2009 Audi A4 interior
How to detail your car
Regular washing is important, but in order to keep your car looking good, you should clean, detail and wax it from time to time. Even if you've neglected your car's finish, you can still bring it back to almost-new appearance -- and it really isn't that difficult to do. The folks at Mothers showed me how to use their products to bring that new-car shine back to my long-neglected Honda -- and the [link url=]results[/link] were really impressive. This article will tell you how it's done.
Regular washing is important, but in order to keep your car looking good, you should clean, detail and wax it from time to time. Even if you've neglected your car's finish, you can still bring it back to almost-new appearance -- and it really isn't that difficult to do. The folks at Mothers showed me how to use their products to bring that new-car shine back to my long-neglected Honda -- and the [link url=]results[/link] were really impressive. This article will tell you how it's done.
Lamborghini Reventon engine
2008 Lamborghini Reventon engine
2008 Lamborghini Reventon engine
Best Cars to Crash
Few people browse new-car showrooms thinking "Is this the car in which I will have a major accident?" -- but with traffic accidents claiming the lives of well over 40,000 Americans each year, perhaps they should. No one can predict how a car will perform in a given crash, but crash tests allow us to make some predictions. Here are About.com Cars' picks for the safest and most crash-worth cars on the market.
Few people browse new-car showrooms thinking "Is this the car in which I will have a major accident?" -- but with traffic accidents claiming the lives of well over 40,000 Americans each year, perhaps they should. No one can predict how a car will perform in a given crash, but crash tests allow us to make some predictions. Here are About.com Cars' picks for the safest and most crash-worth cars on the market.
Altima interior
2007 Nissan Altima interior
2007 Nissan Altima interior
2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class (E350 and E550, formerly E500) has always been a bastion of luxury, safety and image, but base models didn't give you much compared to Lexus, Infiniti, etc. That has changed for 2007. The 2007 E-Class has been substantially upgraded: new V8 engine for the E550, choice of same-price Luxury or Sport versions on both E350 and E550, and many other details that make it a much better value for your luxury-car dollar. E350 and E550 sedans tested by Aaron Gold.
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class (E350 and E550, formerly E500) has always been a bastion of luxury, safety and image, but base models didn't give you much compared to Lexus, Infiniti, etc. That has changed for 2007. The 2007 E-Class has been substantially upgraded: new V8 engine for the E550, choice of same-price Luxury or Sport versions on both E350 and E550, and many other details that make it a much better value for your luxury-car dollar. E350 and E550 sedans tested by Aaron Gold.
2009 Honda Fit
For 2009, Honda is introducing an all-new Fit, and -- wait, what? Didn't the Fit just go on sale in, like, 2007? Yes it did, but while the 2007 Honda Fit was new to North America, it was old hat to the rest of the world. Rather than make us wait, Honda is already launching the new Fit for 2009 here -- so is it an improvement? Read on. 2009 Honda Fit: Tested and reviewed by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
For 2009, Honda is introducing an all-new Fit, and -- wait, what? Didn't the Fit just go on sale in, like, 2007? Yes it did, but while the 2007 Honda Fit was new to North America, it was old hat to the rest of the world. Rather than make us wait, Honda is already launching the new Fit for 2009 here -- so is it an improvement? Read on. 2009 Honda Fit: Tested and reviewed by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
Volkswagen - New for 2010
What's new to the Volkswagen lineup for 2010 and beyond. Includes changes to new 2009 and 2010 VW cars and future cars including the VW CC, Golf, GTI, Jetta, SportWagen, Passat, Rabbit, Routan, Tiguan, Touareg, NCS, Polo, and New Beetle.
What's new to the Volkswagen lineup for 2010 and beyond. Includes changes to new 2009 and 2010 VW cars and future cars including the VW CC, Golf, GTI, Jetta, SportWagen, Passat, Rabbit, Routan, Tiguan, Touareg, NCS, Polo, and New Beetle.
S550 interior
2007 Mercedes-Benz S550 interior
2007 Mercedes-Benz S550 interior
2009 Hyundai Accent test drive
At $9,970 -- actually $10,665 once you factor in the destination charge, possibly less once you finish haggling with the dealer -- the bare-bones 2009 Hyundai Accent GS Base is the least-expensive car sold in America -- but a low price doesn't always mean a good deal. Does that apply to the 2009 Hyundai Accent GS Base? Find out in my 2009 Hyundai Accent GS Base test drive and review. Reviewed by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
At $9,970 -- actually $10,665 once you factor in the destination charge, possibly less once you finish haggling with the dealer -- the bare-bones 2009 Hyundai Accent GS Base is the least-expensive car sold in America -- but a low price doesn't always mean a good deal. Does that apply to the 2009 Hyundai Accent GS Base? Find out in my 2009 Hyundai Accent GS Base test drive and review. Reviewed by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
2008 Ford Focus
The Ford Focus has been redesigned for 2008, and owners of 2007 and older Focii will barely recognize the new car. New styling inside and out, a new model lineup, and a new two-door coupe are hallmarks of the 2008 Ford Focus. But what made the old Focus so appealing was its European-bred road manners. Does the new Focus measure up to its predecessor? Read on. Tested and reviewed by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
The Ford Focus has been redesigned for 2008, and owners of 2007 and older Focii will barely recognize the new car. New styling inside and out, a new model lineup, and a new two-door coupe are hallmarks of the 2008 Ford Focus. But what made the old Focus so appealing was its European-bred road manners. Does the new Focus measure up to its predecessor? Read on. Tested and reviewed by Aaron Gold, your Guide to Cars at About.com.
Cadillac Catera
Cadillac Catera
Cadillac Catera
Night panel off
2007 Saab 9-3 night panel off
2007 Saab 9-3 night panel off
2010 BMW X5 M
2010 BMW X5 M
2010 BMW X5 M
Factory photo: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro dashboard
2010 Chevrolet Camaro dashboard
2010 Chevrolet Camaro dashboard
Build a winter emergency kit
An accident or breakdown is never a good thing; harsh winter weather brings additional problems and perils. Carry these lightweight and inexpensive items in your car to increase safety and relieve misery.
An accident or breakdown is never a good thing; harsh winter weather brings additional problems and perils. Carry these lightweight and inexpensive items in your car to increase safety and relieve misery.