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BMW Announces 1-Series M Safety Car For MotoGP

MotoGP is getting a new official Safety Car for the new season. The BMW 1-Series M will be performing those duties with the help of some special features.

By John Beltz Snyder | March 18, 2011
First Look: 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class

Today, Mercedes-Benz released photos and details of the 2012 SLK-Class roadster. Available later this year, it will be the third generation of the popular model line.

By John Beltz Snyder | January 13, 2011
2011 IIHS Top Safety Picks Include 66 Vehicles

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has announced its list of Top Safety Picks for the 2011 model year, which includes a record number of 66 vehicles this year despite increased safety standards.

By John Beltz Snyder | December 22, 2010
SEMA 2010: Mazda Displays MX-5 Cup Car

This year at SEMA, Mazda is displaying the Mazda MX-5 Cup car, built to the specifications of the MX-5 Cup racing series.

By John Beltz Snyder | November 03, 2010
Driven: 2011 Volvo S60

Throughout its last generation of vehicles, from the middle of the last decade and on, Volvo has, rather quietly, been building a lineup of fashion-forward, mature, and good-to-drive cars. The range has been characterized by what might be described as “stylish restraint,” with subtly good-looking products being churned out of the design department, and capable, non-flashy sorts of driving experiences on offer.

By Seyth Miersma | September 28, 2010
IIHS Names Ford Fiesta A 2010 Top Safety Pick

Since the introduction of the roof strength test (an important addition indeed), it has been more difficult to earn a Top Safety Pick from the International Institute for Highway Safety. Small cars, especially, have been criticized for their perceived vulnerability in crashes. The 2011 Ford Fiesta, however, has overcome that to become the eighth vehicle from the automaker to win the award.

By John Beltz Snyder | August 26, 2010
GM Recalling Over 20,000 C6 Corvettes Due To Roof Adhesive Issue

General Motors is recalling approximately 20,090 Corvettes made in the 2005-06 model years due to a problem with the roof panel. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the adhesive between the roof panel and the frame may separate, allowing for general rattles, wind noise, poor roof panel fit, or even worse, complete detachment. Frightening stuff.

By Steven J. Ewing | January 01, 2010
Kia Ignition Soul Offers An Even More Unique Look At A Value

Kia announced this week the arrival of a special edition of the Kia Soul, called Ignition.

By John Beltz Snyder | December 18, 2009

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