So students are fully prepared to go back to school, Kelley Blue Book went beyond pens, books and laptops to create its 2010 Top 10 Back-to-School Cars. The choices include a mix of both used and new vehicles that are "fun, economical, versatile and reliable." Topping this kbb.com chart was the 2006 Honda Civic, followed by a new unit, the much-publicized 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Automakers have vastly improved 4-cylinder engines over recent years so they are more powerful and run smoothly but still get good fuel-economy. These engines, not hybrid and electric vehicles sold in small numbers, will help meet new fuel-efficiency and carbon emissions standards for several years.
AOL Autos is showing great deals on used sports cars that are on sale right now for under $15,000. The online auto marketer has identified 10 examples.
Vehicle navigation systems are capable of much more than turn-by-turn directions. Now that this is free on smartphones, telematics systems need to offer unique route and nearby information to stay useful.
July was the best month for certified pre-owned sales in more than two years with 153,259 units sold. That's the highest level since May 2008 and a gain of 19% over July 2009. Numerous automakers set monthly records.