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.
Traffic cameras are money makers for local governments and contractors in over 550 locations with fines of $25-$100. Other states and local governments have prohibited their installation. Broadside crashes have decreased 25% but rear-end crashes have increased 15% so safety impact is debatable. The issue has hit a political nerve in many places.