The six-speed automatic shifts smoothly and tries its best to deliver top mileage. And powered by the V-6, the still-compact SUV can tow a healthy 3,500 pounds.In contrast, the 2010 Honda CR-V, which comes with only a 180-horsepower four cylinder, can tow a maximum 1,500 pounds.Neither the RAV-4 nor the CR-V comes with a six-speed... [more]
November 12, 2009
As the Muscle Car Wars continue, GM's struggling to meet demand for the new Chevy Camaro, with some buyers paying heavy premiums on sticker prices. Now GM even thinks it may catch Ford's new 2010 Mustang in monthly sales.According to the General, the new Camaro is creating enough buzz to play a key role in GM's turnaround. It's obviously... [more]
July 1, 2009
Forget the outrageous fighting Decepticons and the ridiculously gorgeous close-ups of Megan Fox. This second installment, Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, is all about the sweet rides.Courtesy of Chevrolet, I had the privilege of attending an advanced sneak preview of the movie at NorthPark last evening. Chevy was a fantastic host,... [more]
June 25, 2009
The first production-intent Chevrolet Volt is fitted with a lithium-ion battery pack at the General Motors Pre-Production Operations (PPO) building in Warren, Michigan Wednesday, June 3, 2009. The battery pack is a technologically-advanced component of the vehicle with more than 200 lithium-ion cells, sophisticated computer controls, liquid... [more]
June 25, 2009
Allow me to let you in on a little secret – V6 pony cars are the volume sellers. Yes, it is bliss to drive a V8, but many need the cheaper, more economical V6. This way, they get their sweet looking exterior, spirited performance and warm fuzzy feeling while being somewhat logical.But, who wants warm and fuzzy when they would rather get... [more]
June 24, 2009
A chain-reaction crash early yesterday killed a La Plata man and a Columbia woman who had gotten out of the man's car to watch a street race on a near-deserted stretch of highway in Baltimore County, Maryland State Police said. Two Maryland men were severely injured in the crash.Jonathan Robert Henderson, 20, and Mary-Kathryn Michele... [more]
June 22, 2009
General Motors will be eschewing the glitz and glitter this year, and Chevrolet's eggs all seem to be in this particular plug-in hybrid basket. This is the production version of the Volt (due some time in 2010), with a 1.4-liter gasoline engine and an array of lithium-ion batteries. For the technical pedants, it's not strictly a hybrid because the... [more]
June 19, 2009
The 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is one of the least expensive vehicles you can buy in the U.S. It's a front-wheel-drive sub-compact that's available in two body styles; the Aveo sedan and the new-for-2009 Aveo5 hatchback. With the specter of high gas prices looming over American drivers, the efficient and generally competent 2009 Chevy Aveo should be... [more]
June 18, 2009
1961 Chevrolet Impala SS for sale in Louisiana. The Impala Super Sport was the first true American muscle car. This option could be ordered for Impala Coupes, Sedans and Hardtops. It was a $54.00 dealer installed option. It included a "SS" emblems, padded dash spinner wheel covers, power steering, power brakes and a 7000 RPM tach. A 283 cubic inch... [more]
June 8, 2009
Eight days from now marks the 40th anniversary of this car's mark on history. You're looking at a 1969 Chevy Camaro that was the official pace car for the May 30th 1969 Indianapolis 500. Liveried in white with orange accents and an orange and black interior, this car represents both a staple in motorsport as well as a time when racing gripped... [more]
May 26, 2009
