Prices across the state continued their upward march this week with all factors indicating a $3 per gallon average in the Southland could be reached within a couple of weeks, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California's Weekend Gas Watch. Gasoline prices in a handful

The all-new 2007 Elantra makes its          world debut today at the 2006 New York International Auto Show.

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The Elantra marks Hyundai's seventh all-new product in 24 months when          it goes on sale in fall 2006. This "24/7" product plan included

Thousands of Iowans will soon begin thumbing through the classifieds section to find the biggest, most attractive neighborhood garage sales for a bargain. However, when it comes to buying a car seat, the savings may not be worth the risk.

Children's items are quite popular at garage

Average gasoline prices are nearly 40 cents higher than one year ago today with self-serve, regular gasoline now costing an average of $2.687 per gallon, AAA shows.

AAA said prices are being driven higher by increasing tension between the United States and Iran, rising demand

The all-new 2007 Acura RDX Entry Premium SUV, made its production debut at the New York Auto Show.  RDX combines Acura’s first-ever turbocharged engine with the breakthrough Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD™), for sports sedan-like handling in a SUV package. 

On April 12, 2006, the new generation of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class celebrated its world premiere at the New York International Automobile Show. New features for the vehicle interior include attractive new color combinations, a new four-spoke steering wheel and a new control unit for

 Mitsubishi unveils the U.S. version of its next-generation Outlander compact sport-utility vehicle at the 2006 New York International Auto Show. The all-new, larger Outlander, which will reach Mitsubishi dealerships in November, offers a compelling blend of driven-to-thrill

The average price of a gallon of gasoline in Southern California has jumped 28 cents from March to April and is still climbing, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California monthly Fuel Gauge Report. Since January, prices have climbed nearly 55 cents due to speculation

Reuters reported that Toyota is recalling 11,000 Lexus cars in Japan and 46,000 overseas to fix a faulty seat belt part.

Toyota will replace seat belts in both front seats, which can become jammed inside the holding due to a faulty part, it said. No accidents have been reported

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) today recognized 14 individuals and organizations from across the nation for accomplishments in improving traffic safety.
During a luncheon at the 24th Annual Lifesavers conference, NHTSA Acting Administrator Jacqueline Glassman

Lexus announced pricing for the all-new 2007 ES 350 entry luxury sedan. The fifth-generation ES goes on sale April 21 with a base Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $33,170. The 2007 ES 350 improves upon every level of comfort, safety, performance and craftsmanship in

Suzuki Motor Corp. said Thursday it is recalling a total of 313,199 minivehicles in three models for free replacement of faulty ignition switches. The vehicles were manufactured under the Every, Carry and Scrum brands between December 1998 and November 2000, Suzuki said in a report

The Bush administration insists that its new fuel economy rules will force SUVs, pickups and minivans to get better gasoline mileage. But skeptics wonder whether the Law of Unintended Consequences will overtake that goal.

Critics say the new standards could encourage automakers

A cult car, an icon – the Audi TT, launched in the autumn of 1998 – took the sports coupe segment by storm and sharpened the brand profile. Now the second generation of this successful model is making its debut. The new TT Coupe is even more dynamic than its predecessor–

Today Dodge will show a face-lifted 2007 Durango that goes on sale in August. Engineers also have prepped the SUV for a hybrid engine that will be offered in the 2008 model year.

The reworked 2007 model was shown at the Dallas Auto Show on Wednesday. The fascia, grille, hood, headlamps,

The 2006 Hyundai Azera has received the Insurance          Institute for Highway Safety's (IIHS) top crash test rating for frontal          offset impacts.
The IIHS ratings for the crashworthiness of passenger vehicles are based          on a 40 mph frontal offset tests, in which

Chevrolet announced pricing at the Dallas Auto Show for the all-new 2007 Avalanche, the next generation of the utility vehicle. The 2007 Avalanche LS begins at $32,490; the starting price for an Avalanche LT is $33,170 and the Avalanche LTZ will start at $39,905. All prices include

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for 15 to 20 year-olds in America. Of those accidents, 29% involve an intoxicated driver; factoring in their passengers raises the death toll to 50% - quite a startling

Summer is right around the corner and Americans will begin planning their vacation road trips, dragging out the hoses, and breaking out a new can of wax. Now is a perfect time to learn new ways to keep your car in better shape, longer. The American Society of Appraisers highlights

The new Polo GTI is about to be launched. Delivering 110kW/150hp, it is the most powerful Polo since the series was introduced over 30 years ago. The exterior and interior concept of this potent super mini is deliberately true to the legendary Golf GTI. The Polo GTI will be launched