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Cars That Will Re-Establish the Industry

September 7, 2011

Ford Focus & Focus Electric The Focus came out in 1999 for the 2000 model year. It quickly rose to the top in America. The 2012 edition has been revamped which includes keyless ignition, touch-pads on the steering-wheel and a rearview camera, with a sleeker, sportier exterior. The focus is listed as the eighth most affordable [...]

Best Used Trucks for Around $10,000

September 6, 2011

AOL recently put together a list of the best used trucks for around $10,000 based on value, brand, year and service records. Toyota Tacoma Year: 2004 Equipment: 4-cylinder, 5-speed manual, 2WD Ford F-150 Year: 2004 Equipment: V-8, automatic, short bed, 2WD Chevrolet Silverado Year: 2004 Equipment: V-8, automatic, short bed, 2WD Dodge Dakota Year: 2005 Equipment: V-8, automatic, short bed, 2WD Dodge Ram [...]

Family Cars Under $30k

August 29, 2011

MSN.com put together a list of the top family vehicles that don’t break the bank. 2011 Honda CR-V = Base price: $21,695 2011 Hyundai Sonata = Base price: $19,195 2010 Mazda Mazda5 = Base price: $18,510 2011 Toyota Sienna = Base price: $24,460 2011 Subaru Outback = Base price: $23,195 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid = Base price: $28,240 2011 Kia [...]

College Cars

August 22, 2011

MSN.com compiled a list of the top college cars for selected universities. Here is there recommendations: For the University of Oregon, the Toyota FJ Cruiser is recommended for its stylish after-school adventuring to allow for easy storage for hiking boots, bikes, etc. For the UCLA student Lexus RX 450h, appearances are everything. This sharp looking, luxury [...]

2011 Safe Cars

July 18, 2011

Forbes compiled this list by examining the vehicles chosen by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety as “Top Safety Picks.” The safest cars had available electronic stability control, which IIHS reports significantly reduces risk in a crash. Chevrolet Cruze, Segment: Small Sedan, MSRP: $16,275 Subaru Legacy, Segment: Mid-size Sedan, MSRP: $19,995 Subaru Outback, Segment: Mid-size Sedan, MSRP: $23,195 Buick LaCrosse, Segment: Large [...]

July New Car Deals

July 13, 2011

If you are in the market for a new car, being an informed and educated consumer is key to getting the best for your buck. Here is a list of new car deals for July on some popular brands. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder Offering $500 additional dealer discount and $2,000 cash or 0.0 percent financing [...]

Chevy Cruze Takes Number One Spot

July 8, 2011

A U.S. automaker is taking the number one spot on the passenger sales charts for the first time in a while. In June, the new compact Chevrolet’s Cruze was the best-selling car in the United States. The Cruze cruises by the competition, including the Toyota Camry and Honda Civic. General Motors’ is increasing their emphasis [...]

Patriotic Car Shopping

July 7, 2011

Consumer Reports recently reported on American made cars. The report informs customers of the vehicles made in the U.S. and recommends buying them. But, one doesn’t have to only buy a Ford or Chevy to “buy American,” Toyota and Honda make vehicles in the U.S. The list constructed by Consumer Reports also includes recommended vehicles [...]

GM Fails to Fix Impalas

July 6, 2011

A recent lawsuit against General Motors Co. claiming the Impala police car’s were treated better than average citizens when correcting an issue with a defective part. The lawsuit alleges that Impalas from the 2007-2008 have defective spindle rods. This defect can cause the wheels to be misaligned, which can wear the tires out faster. The tires not only [...]

Most Fuel Efficient Cars

June 29, 2011

Consumer Reports magazine recently conducted its own independent testing to assess the 2011 model vehicles on the market. Consumer Reports named both the best and worst cars for fuel economy in six different categories. Here is what they found: Subcompact Car Best: Honda Fit – 30 mpg Worst: Chevrolet Aveo LT – 25 mpg Small Wagons and [...]