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Wednesday, Nov 11
Forbes Ranks Top 10 Dirtiest Vehicles
The biggest loser is the Jeep Grand Cherokee with abysmal scores of 3 on its air pollutants test and 1 for greenhouse gases. It’s important to note that exotics like Ferrari and Rolls-Royce were not included in this list, and No. 10 on the list, the Dodge Durango, will no longer be produced.
Tuesday, Nov 3
Chrysler Trademarks New Logo
New Chrysler needed a new logo, and previous reports from Allpar, a Chrysler fan site, have been confirmed by the automaker’s filing of a new logo with the U.S. Patent and Trademark office. The new logo sticks with the wings... New Chrysler needed a new logo, and previous reports from Allpar, a Ch...
Sunday, Nov 1
This Week's Most Read Stories
The story that dominated Kicking Tires this week is Fiat’s future plans for Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep. We expect our coverage of the official news next week to be popular, as well. One surprise was how many people checked out... 1. Fiat to Gut Chrysler Lineup
Sunday, Oct 25
New 2010 Dodge Ram Heavy Duty Details, Pricing
If you’re in the market to replace your heavy-duty pickup truck, there’s a lot to like about the new 2010 Dodge Ram lineup. Mike Levine, editor of our sister site PickupTrucks.com has a full review of the Ram Heavy Duty trucks’ entire line that you can read here.
Thursday, Oct 22
New Car Tracker: 10.22.09
2011 Ford C-Max: Late 2011Electric Ford Focus: 20112010 Ford F-150 Harley-Davidson: Out now2010 Ford F-150 Raptor: Out now2011 Ford Fiesta: Early 20102010 Ford Focus: 20102010 Ford Fusion, Fusion Hybrid: Out now2010 Ford Mustang: Out now2010 Ford Taurus/Taurus SHO: Out now2010 Fo...
Saturday, Oct 17
2010 Ford Mustang Gets 0% Plus Cash Back
In the excitement about the all-new Chevrolet Camaro hitting the streets, many people have overlooked the 2010 Ford Mustang’s significant overhaul. While new engine offerings may be in the pipeline for later next year, the 2010 still beat out the Camaro and the Dodge Challenger in our re...
Today's News From the Cars.com Family
A reader wants to know when the redesigned Hyundai Tucson will become available, and Ask.cars.com gives a timeline. Then, PickupTrucks.com spends five minutes with Fred Diaz, the new CEO of Dodge Ram. Finally, MotherProof.com has an update on Ford’s Warriors...
Thursday, Oct 8
Movers and Losers: September 2009
2010 VW Jetta SportWagen: 3 days2010 Honda CR-V: 5 days2010 Toyota RAV4: 5 days2010 Toyota Prius: 7 days2010 Dodge Challenger: 8 days2010 Honda Civic: 8 days2010 Subaru Impreza: 8 days2010 Toyota Tacoma: 8 days2010 Audi Q7: 9 days2010 Chevy Equinox: 9 days Losers
Tuesday, Oct 6
Today's News From the Cars.com Family
A reader wants to know what a good price would be for the Toyota Avalon XLS with a navigation system, and Ask.cars.com explains a range of prices. Then, PickupTrucks.com takes a look at the 2010 Dodge Ram Power Wagon. Finally, MotherProof.com is on a quest to simplify car-seat laws. What’s a Good P...
Tuesday, Sep 8
Today's News From the Cars.com Family
Can You Compare the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro with the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe? (Ask.cars.com) Dodge Ram Is Mopar’s Most Accessorized Vehicle (PickupTrucks.com) From Sketches to Clay, Ford Designers Bring Ideas to Fruition (MotherProof.com)
Wednesday, Aug 26
Feds Release Final Cash for Clunkers Numbers
10. Ford Windstar (front-wheel drive) 9. Ford F-150 (four-wheel drive) 6. Jeep Cherokee (four-wheel drive) 5. Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan (two-wheel drive) 4. Ford Explorer (two-wheel drive) 2. Ford F-150 (two-wheel drive) 1. Ford Explorer (four-wheel drive)
2010 Chrysler Sebring, Dodge Avenger Earn Top Safety Status
Although Chrysler has not released the full details of its refreshed 2010 Chrysler Sebring and 2010 Dodge Avenger midsize sedans, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has announced both have earned Top Safety Pick status. The award is given to... Although Chrysler has not released t...
Today's News From the Cars.com Family
A reader wants to know when the Kia Forte Koup will show up at dealerships, and Ask.cars.com lays out the timeline. Then, PickupTrucks.com takes a look at the Dodge Ram Red Xpress Truck. Finally, MotherProof.com reviews the 2009 Nissan Versa,...
Saturday, Aug 22
Today's News From the Cars.com Family
A reader lists three midsize crossover SUVs and wants to know which one to choose. Ask.cars.com gives pointers on how to narrow down the choice. Then, PickupTrucks.com looks at a design student’s take on what a Fiat pickup truck would... A reader lists three midsize crossover SUVs and wants to kno...
Friday, Aug 21
Suburban Dad Vacation: Mileage
All told, I was very impressed with the Sprinter’s mileage. I didn’t find the diesel engine as distracting or loud as I feared it might be, finding diesel fuel was no trouble, and all in all my mileage this summer wasn’t far from last year’s trip. Thankfully, though, both gas and diesel were on...
Thursday, Aug 20
Chrysler Drops Lifetime Powertrain Warranty to Five Years
The new warranty will also cover SRT models and the Dodge Viper, neither of which were covered by the lifetime warranty, but will still exclude the Sprinter van and diesel Ram. Chrysler Cuts Powertrain Warranty to 5 Years (Detroit Free Press)
Suburban Dad Vacation: Hidden Gems, Nasty Surprises
Hidden gem: Again, this one has nothing to do with Dodge: As I pulled up to the pumps at a Valero station in one of Ohio’s very nice toll plazas along Interstate 90, I saw a station employee walking toward me. I couldn’t tell which one was the diesel pump or whether the station had diesel at all. Be...
Wednesday, Aug 19
Suburban Dad Vacation: The Family Vote
“It needs more stuff in it,” my 16-year-old son pointed out. Even though Chrysler is the automaker that came up with Sirius Backseat Television, it’s not to be found in the Sprinter. I have to tell you, there were moments with the 4-year-old and 2-year-old where we could have really used it. In...
Tuesday, Aug 18
Suburban Dad Vacation: Is it Like Driving a Bus?
Even though it’s a big van, I never lacked for power to get going or pass on the highway. That’s thanks largely to its diesel engine, which not only provides enough oomph but also kept its gas mileage pretty low for a van this size (another post on mpg is coming later this week). That being said, t...
Monday, Aug 17
Chrysler May Build Fiat 500 in Mexico
Under the surface, however, the currents of political correctness may force Chrysler to change its plans if the public and government bristle over the fact that assembly work will not be coming to the U.S. for what is the first new Chrysler product to come after U.S. ownership.
Chrysler Looks to Open 140 Dealerships
Chrysler said it could take as long as two years to reopen all the dealerships, and that it must take location into account; it might need to open new sites in locations with greater traffic. Dealers will not be able to sell anything other than Chrysler-brand cars and trucks.
Monday, Aug 10
With Another $2 Billion Behind It, Cash for Clunkers Rolls On
Dealers now face the problem of keeping up with demand, a concern they had not anticipated earlier in the year. Dealers report that they are having trouble keeping popular models in stock, including the Ford Focus, Toyota Prius and Dodge Challenger.
Friday, Aug 7
2010 Chevy Camaro Doesn't Get Five-Star Crash Rating
Both the 2010 Ford Mustang and 2010 Dodge Challenger have five-star frontal crash-test ratings.
Corolla Supplants Focus as Top Vehicle in Clunkers Sales
The Honda Civic, Toyota Prius and Toyota Camry round out the top five. Spots six through 10 were taken by the Hyundai Elantra, Ford Escape, Dodge Caliber, Honda Fit and Chevy Cobalt. Corolla Passes Focus for Top Spot in ‘Clunkers’ Sales (Detroit News)
Friday, Jul 17
J.D. Power Releases 2009 APEAL Study
Individual categories included one decent upset: In the Midsize Premium Car category, the Hyundai Genesis beat out both the BMW 5 Series and the Jaguar XF. Other winners of interest included the Dodge Challenger, Volkswagen CC, Ford Flex and Nissan Maxima — all relatively new models.
Friday, Jul 3
Reader Review of the Week: 2009 Dodge Journey
The features with the radio are very nice. I love the satellite radio and being able to insert six CDs. Being able to have seven seats is awesome. I took six people on a short trip to the airport and with one seat folded down could fit all the luggage.
Tuesday, Apr 21
Opinion: 2010 Ford Mustang: First Drive
Before bailouts and bankruptcies stole the headlines, you’ll recall that Detroit’s muscle-car wars were off to a fresh start: The Dodge Challenger and Chevy Camaro dropped anchor in Ford Mustang territory, and Ford responded with a restyled 2010 ‘Stang. With... 2010|Ford|Mustang
Tuesday, Apr 14
GM and Chrysler SUVs: More of the Same?
Over at GM’s display, the Terrain received a comparatively better reception . Like its sister SUV, the Chevy Equinox, the Terrain is projected to get a combined city/highway EPA rating of 23-24 mpg with its four-cylinder engine. That compares well with the four-cylinder Toyota RAV4 (24 m...
Thursday, Mar 26
Cars.com Reviews the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan
reviewer Bill Jackson took to the road in the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan already a bit skeptical about the family-hauler because of its poor reliability record. Still, he wanted to give it a fair shot and bring attention to... Cars.com reviewer Bill Jackson took to the road in the 2009 Dodge Grand...
Friday, Mar 13
2009 Dodge Charger: She Said, She Said
The Dodge Charger was designed to be a masculine family sedan good for commuting and suburban errands. So how does it stack up over a week with two female city-dwellers? Amanda: I had never really given the Dodge Charger all... The Dodge Charger was designed to be a masculine family sedan good f...
Wednesday, Mar 4
Reader Review of the Week: 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan
“The entertainment system is incredible: A 30-gig hard drive, iPod port, advanced radio scan, and DVD player with wireless headsets so we can listen to the radio while the kids watch a movie! Handling is solid but nimble, the rearview camera is indispensible, and gas mileage is very good...
