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Putting Regular In Your Premium Car? Think Twice

Saving a little now on premium gas could come back to haunt motorists down the road.

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Stop-Start Technology: 97% Of Americans Ready To Accept It

A new survey commissioned by Johnson Controls reveals people are willing to pay for start-stop technology, if it means saving gas.

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Kids Who Grow Up Around Traffic: Less Functional Members Of Society?

Urbanist researcher Donald Appleyard investigates traffic patterns and negative feelings towards neighborhoods.

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7 Things To Remember When Your Car Breaks Down

A quick checklist aimed at younger drivers for what to do when they hit a rough patch.

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1,626 Miles On One Tank? Meet The Taylors & Their VW Passat

Helen and John Taylor recently broke the record for the longest distance driven on one tank of fuel.

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VIDEO: The Hyundai Veloster Is One Sweet Ride

Car enthusiast Mike West takes the 2012 Hyundai Veloster on a road test and discovers he loves its rear end most.

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VIDEO: Chevrolet Malibus Are Cool Again

Car enthusiast Mike West takes the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco on a road test and feels somehow cooler.

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New Car Feature Legislated: A Black Box Data Recorder

Legislation has passed in the U.S. Senate that would mandate the installation of black box data recorders.

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April 2012 Car Sales Point To A Strong Spring

Is it time to call the car industry recovered?

Defend Your Ride Sacramento
"The dog wants to sit up here with me."

DEFEND YOUR RIDE: Ginger At Coloma Community Center

“It’s reasonable. It’s economical. We save a ton of money on gas.” – Ginger Hilton and her Hyundai Elantra

"I rock out in my car, absolutely."

DEFEND YOUR RIDE: Kevin At Scenic Drive

“It’s maybe not my dream car, but it’s pretty close.” – Kevin Gilfillan and his Toyota 4-Runner

"I love the heated steering wheel."

DEFEND YOUR RIDE: Sandra At Bridgeway Lakes Park

“We are huge Infiniti people!” – Sandra Beyer and her Infiniti QX56

"It holds seven and we have six in our family."

DEFEND YOUR RIDE: Melissa At Taylor’s

“I am crazy about this car!” – Melissa and her Volkswagen Routan

"If I get into a ball and tuck I can get around pretty fast."

DEFEND YOUR RIDE: Nick At The Sunflower Drive-In

“I solemnly swear that this scooter rocks the house.” – Nick and his Honda Elite Scooter

2012 New York Auto Show