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Automotive Week in Review: December 6th, 2013

December 6, 2013 By Kif Richmann

The automotive industry roared into the first week of December with debuts, awards, and a whole lot of business tree-shaking. Find out why the UAW may increase worker dues, why Chevy is leaving the ... Read More

Filed Under: Auto News Tagged With: Chevy, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, General Motors, Jeep, Kia, Ram

Automotive Week in Review: November 29th, 2013

November 29, 2013 By Kif Richmann

The week of Thanksgiving has been full of car news and events. While much of America has slowed down for the holiday, the automotive industry has continues full-steam ahead. This week's top stories ... Read More

Filed Under: Auto News Tagged With: General Motors, Ram

Advanced Chassis Puts 2 Very Different General Motors Cars in “10Best”

November 27, 2013 By Kif Richmann

Car and Driver 10Best Logo

General Motors landed two cars on Car and Driver’s “10Best”, and while both vehicles have unique purposes and uses, they shared a common element that makes them winners: the advanced chassis. The ... Read More

Filed Under: Auto News Tagged With: Cadillac, Chevy

Automotive Week in Review: November 22nd, 2013

November 22, 2013 By Kif Richmann

This week's review centers around the Los Angeles Auto Show, which is displaying debuts from automakers across the globe, including two segment-shakers from Chevy and Kia. Find out why the NHTSA is ... Read More

Filed Under: Auto News Tagged With: Chevy, Chrysler, Kia, Tesla

2015 Chevy Colorado: The Next Big Thing for Chevrolet

November 21, 2013 By Kif Richmann

2015 Chevy Colorado

The Chevy Colorado has been unveiled in Los Angeles, and it’s just as impressive than we thought. As the only midsize truck offered by any of the American automakers, the Colorado will fill a void ... Read More

Filed Under: Auto News Tagged With: Chevy

Explaining the “Ackermann Effect” in the 2014 Corvette Stingray

November 18, 2013 By Kif Richmann

2014 Blue Corvette Stingray Parked

If you take the all-new Stingray for a drive, you may notice something before you even leave the parking lot. This little something may seem like a defect, but it’s not. It’s called the "Ackermann ... Read More

Filed Under: Auto News

What to Expect at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show

November 18, 2013 By Kif Richmann

The L.A. Auto Show kicks off this week, giving automakers the chance to show some of their wares to enthusiast, journalists, and automotive experts. This year’s show in California is sure to have ... Read More

Filed Under: News and Events Tagged With: Chevy, Kia

Automotive Week in Review: November 15th, 2013

November 15, 2013 By Kif Richmann

This week's top stories cover it all, from alternative fuel innovations to potential changes at the top of General Motors. Find out what the NHTSA is doing to curb a tragically growing trend, and how ... Read More

Filed Under: Auto News

2014 Cadillac CTS wins Motor Trend Car of the Year

November 11, 2013 By Kif Richmann

The 2014 Cadillac CTS has earned Motor Trend Car of the Year. The car is now a champion in the automotive world, but it didn’t happen by dominating only one category. With its lighter size, superior ... Read More

Filed Under: News and Events

Automotive Week in Review: November 8th, 2013

November 8, 2013 By Kif Richmann

This week's automotive news had a lot going on, with sales reported for the month of October, and the 30th birthday for an industry changing vehicle. Find out which automaker is dealing with a string ... Read More

Filed Under: Auto News Tagged With: Cadillac, Chevy, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Honda, Kia, Tesla

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