4/9/2012

Electric DeLorean debuts at New York Auto Show

Originally announced in October, the triumphant (and electric) return of the DeLorean Motor Company came to fruition recently at the New York Auto Show, reports Autoblog. read more »

3/1/2012

Mazda's Lorax campaign backfires

Mazda recently launched an advertising campaign tied in with the new film based on Dr. Seuss' "The Lorax," but the marketing may have backfired due to environmental concerns. read more »

2/29/2012

Mercedes adds Siri to A-Class

Since the 1980s TV series "Knight Rider," many have dreamed of a talking car. read more »

2/28/2012

1912 Oldsmobile sells for $3.3 million

An antique car sold for more than $3 million at a historic auction in Boca Raton, Florida, according to The Associated Press. read more »

2/24/2012

A history of cars at the Academy Awards

Cars have a long history in Hollywood, as there have been many classic movies that featured memorable automobiles. read more »

2/22/2012

Great places to eat on an American road trip

There are plenty of great restaurants all throughout America, but those who are planning on taking a road trip will likely not want to travel too far off the highway just to find some food. read more »

1/31/2012

Toyota looks to "reinvent" the Super Bowl ad

Toyota has revealed that the new ad campaign for the Toyota Camry will revolve around the idea of "reinvention," with the new 30-second spot set to air during the Super Bowl. read more »

1/30/2012

Ferris Bueller ad is reportedly for Honda

The internet is buzzing over a sneak preview clip for a Super Bowl ad that features Matthew Broderick reprising his famous role as Ferris Bueller. read more »

1/19/2012

Volkswagen may have another hit with new "Star Wars" ad

Last year, Volkswagen had a memorable Super Bowl commercial where a young child in a Darth Vader outfit roamed around his house trying to use the Force on everyday objects. read more »

1/18/2012

Audi talks up new Super Bowl commercial

Automakers like to make a splash during the Super Bowl with their commercials, and the "best of lists" posted the day after usually include a few manufacturers. read more »

12/28/2011

Original "General Lee" will go up for auction

For automotive fans, there are few cars more legendary in history than the General Lee, which was made famous on the television show "The Dukes of Hazzard." read more »

12/28/2011

"Mission Impossible" car will soon hit dealerships

The new movie "Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol" has been one of the hits of the holiday season, thanks to an all-star cast that includes Tom Cruise, Simon Pegg, Jeremy Renner and the new BMW i8. read more »

12/20/2011

Rob Dyrdek successfully "kickflips" a Chevy Sonic

Professional skateboarder and occasional stunt driver Rob Dyrdek needed a death-defying stunt for the season premiere of his MTV reality show "Fantasy Factory," so he turned to the world of automobiles. read more »

12/9/2011

Toyota offers bonus money to top tweeters

Toyota has announced that they're bringing back last year's "Shareathon" promotion, which rewards new customers who are active on Twitter if they spread the word about the brand. read more »

11/3/2011

Chevy's anniversary commercial takes inspiration from popular blog

There was no doubt that Chevrolet's new commercial celebrating its 100th anniversary would be dripping with nostalgia. read more »

10/20/2011

Holden Hurricane restored to former glory

Engineers at Australia's Holden brand recently put a lot of work into restoring a true classic: the 1969 Holden Hurricane concept car. read more »

10/20/2011

Holden Hurricane restored to former glory

Engineers at Australia's Holden brand recently put a lot of work into restoring a true classic: the 1969 Holden Hurricane concept car. read more »

10/18/2011

Electric DeLorean scheduled for 2013

Fans of the 1985 classic "Back to the Future" already got a touch of nostalgia earlier this year when the Nike Mag self-lacing sneakers were introduced to the world, but even magnetic kicks pale in comparison to the most enduring prop from the film: the DeLorean. read more »

10/12/2011

"World's Oldest Car" sells for $4.6 million

A vehicle billed as the "World's Oldest Car" has sold at auction for the surprising price of $4.6 million, breaking the previous record of a price paid for an early-era automobile. read more »

9/30/2011

Did Cadillac fight fair in its drag race with Mercedes?

Cadillac has posted a video online that show their highly-regarded Escalade smoking a Mercedes-Benz in a drag race. read more »

9/21/2011

Live operators coming to Ford Sync

Ford's in-car Sync service has been a popular addition to many vehicles, providing drivers with controls for their music, navigation and other resources in one place. read more »

9/20/2011

Computer driven car hits the streets of Berlin

A car that is completely controlled by a computer has successfully navigated the streets of Berlin, The Associated Press reports. read more »

9/1/2011

Ford saddens police departments by ending Crown Victoria

Ford has decided to put an end to their Crown Victoria model, which was a large sedan that was especially popular with police departments and taxi drivers. read more »

7/27/2011

Ford Focus EV may get space noise

Coming soon from a galaxy far, far away: the Millennium Focus? read more »

7/22/2011

"Lemon" dispute leads to dealership destruction

A Massachusetts driver is in custody after he allegedly drove to a dealership lot where he had previously purchased a "lemon" car and smashed up several vehicles, reports ABC News. read more »

7/14/2011

Fans get to pick new "Mad Max" vehicles

The "Mad Max" films, starring Mel Gibson in the titular role, quickly became cult classics upon their release. read more »

6/17/2011

Brian Johnson's autobiography features autos prominently

Fans of heavy metal band AC/DC have something to keep them busy - the group's frontman, Brian Johnson, recently released his autobiography, according to Billboard.com. read more »

6/8/2011

The cars of "Transformers"

"Transformers: Dark of the Moon," the third entry in the series, is set to hit theaters on June 29th. So what types of cars can film fans expect when they go see it? read more »

6/2/2011

"Gatsby" cars tend to be expensive

F. Scott Fitzgerald's "The Great Gatsby" is often referred to as "The Great American Novel," but when Hollywood was putting together the film adaptation of the book in 1974, they ultimately went with a British brand - Rolls-Royce - as the main ride. read more »

5/27/2011

Nissan pokes fun at Volt in new Leaf ad

Many in the media have mentioned the Chevrolet Volt and Nissan Leaf in the same breath, as the two models are the first mass-produced electric vehicles on the market. read more »

5/20/2011

Behind the cars of L.A. Noire

The latest video game to take the world by storm is L.A. Noire, a gritty detective drama that places you in the role of a police investigator in 1940s Los Angeles. read more »

5/10/2011

Facebook fans choose Ford's new "Mayhem" package

Ford decided to harness the power of social media to help it name its new performance package, which will be available on V6 editions of the brand's iconic Mustang. read more »

4/29/2011

One hundred million donated to LA's car museum

The Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles, California, recently got a $100 million donation to make sure it continues to be the most important auto-related attraction in the country, reports MotorTrend. read more »

4/26/2011

Alfa Romero's re-entry to U.S. market not likely delayed, says CEO

Alfa Romeo's anticipated return to the United States could be delayed after the head of Fiat-Chrysler, Sergio Marchionne turned down a design proposal for the new Giulia model, reports MotorTrend. read more »

4/13/2011

Jeep celebrates 70 years of cars at the Chrysler museum

Opening soon at the Walter P. Chrysler Museum in Auburn Hills, Michigan, is an exhibit that will use an original 1941 Willys MA model as its signature piece read more »

4/5/2011

Tops down in 2011 - the best convertibles to drive this year

Convertibles are always a fun type of car to drive around, but which 2011 models are the best to show off in? read more »

3/31/2011

Cadillac starring in the Vail Film Festival

Cadillacs have always shined bright in the spotlight, but rarely do they show up in at non-automobile festivals and events. read more »

3/31/2011

One of the industry's greatest journalists passes on

One of the auto industry's most prominent journalists passed away on Sunday night, reports MSN Autos. read more »

3/28/2011

AAA iPhone app released to help drivers find cheap gas

As the price of fuel continues to rise, many drivers are worried about finding the cheapest gas stations nearby. read more »

3/21/2011

Talk show host loves the new car simulator for its high speeds and realism

Vehicle connoisseur Jay Leno has officially given the thumbs up on a new product that simulates driving in various landscapes - at high speeds - without ever leaving the garage. read more »

3/18/2011

Smart ForTwo featured as a disco machine in new film

Several vehicles have gotten the chance to act on the screen - Herbie, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Cars, etc, - but none of them have been able to work as a disco ball on film, until now, reports MotorTrend. read more »

3/14/2011

Could Volkswagen be trying to regain its hippie reputation?

An MSN blogger is reporting that a new version of the iconic Volkswagen Microbus may be hitting the road soon. read more »

2/24/2011

Nick Cage's new film that features cars looks... promising?

As if the world didn't have enough to hate Nicholas Cage for, his new film "Drive Angry 3D" will unleash its fury upon the megaplexes this weekend. read more »

2/24/2011

NBA player slam dunks while jumping over a car

Don't try this at home, kids. During the 2011 NBA Slam Dunk Contest, Blake Griffin made a shot... by jumping over a Kia Optima. read more »

2/7/2011

Clever Super Bowl ads define re-emerging car industry

The Super Bowl once again has come and gone, but the commercials seen last night will likely continue to raid our televisions for months to come. read more »

2/1/2011

Shelby cars starts off 2011 big with major sales and awards

All 50 copies of the Shelby Cobra Street Car, which were made available in celebration of the model's 50th anniversary, have sold out after only 48 hours on the market. read more »

1/20/2011

Jaguar gets ready to make a name for itself with electric cars

Jumping onto the electric vehicle (EV) band wagon has been fairly easy for many car manufacturers, but Jaguar has been a little slow on the uptake simply because of its customer base, reports Vanity Fair. read more »

1/17/2011

Cars 2: A Sneak Peak

As the thought of summer begins to enter our minds, Pixar is gearing up to release its follow-up to the blockbuster smash-hit, "Cars," according to the Los Angeles Times. read more »

1/12/2011

Jeep plans to revive Grand Wagoneer in 2013

Jeep has announced the Wagoneer's return for 2013, reports Motor Trend. Retro car lovers around the world, rejoice! read more »

1/10/2011

The Big Show Commences

Today, one of the world's most prestigious auto shows, the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), opened its doors to the media eager to see what's next in the world of cars. read more »