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Automotive Week in Review: Oct. 18th, 2013

October 18, 2013 By Kif Richmann

It's back to school for this week's Automotive Week in Review. Subjects include European studies, global history and environmental issues.. For fun, we've even got a little 007, so put on your ... Read More

Filed Under: News and Events Tagged With: Chevy, Dodge, General Motors, GMC, Tesla, Toyota

GM CEO Announces Bi-Fuel 2015 Chevy Impala

October 17, 2013 By Kif Richmann

2015 Chevy Impala Bi Fuel

Just a couple days ago, we reported that General Motors will expand their fuel-efficient fleet options. Now GM Chairman Dan Akerson has announced a bi-fuel version of the 2015 Chevy Impala, which ... Read More

Filed Under: Auto News Tagged With: Chevy

2014 Toyota Corolla Recieves only “Marginal” Safety Rating in IIHS Test

October 17, 2013 By Kif Richmann

The Toyota Corolla, one of the most popular cars in Toyota’s lineup, has earned only a "Marginal" safety rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in their small overlap front ... Read More

Filed Under: News and Events Tagged With: Dodge, Toyota

Automotive Week in Review: Oct. 11th, 2013

October 11, 2013 By Kif Richmann

The automotive world was full of activity this week, highlighted by new ad campaigns from 2 major American automakers. Find out what luxury brand debuted their flagship SUV, and what brand received a ... Read More

Filed Under: News and Events Tagged With: Cadillac, Dodge, Ford, Lincoln, Toyota

Car Comparison: 2014 Ford Focus vs 2014 Kia Soul

October 10, 2013 By Kif Richmann

2014 Kia Soul vs 2014 Kia Focus

Drivers in Cedar Rapids and Iowa City deserve a great vehicle. Active individuals who need fuel-economy and value often look at two specific cars: the 2014 Ford Focus and 2014 Kia Soul. While both ... Read More

Filed Under: Vehicle Review Tagged With: Ford, Kia

TFL Car Goes 0-60 in the Buick Regal and Buick LaCrosse

October 7, 2013 By Kif Richmann

2014 Buick Regal and Buick LaCrosse

Roman Mica from TLF Car, one of the most popular online car review sources, took test drives in the Buick Regal GS and Buick LaCrosse. See why Roman was very impressed with the acceleration ... Read More

Filed Under: Vehicle Review Tagged With: Buick

Automotive Week in Review: Oct. 4th, 2013

October 4, 2013 By Kif Richmann

The federal government may be shutdown, but the automotive industry continues to roll along. This week was pretty exciting, with tanks and fires making it into the automotive news. Find out what ... Read More

Filed Under: News and Events Tagged With: Cadillac, Chevy, Dodge, Kia, Tesla

General Motors Partners with U.S. Military for Fuel Cell Technology

October 1, 2013 By Kif Richmann

General Motors Joins Forces with US Military Handshake

General Motors, maker of Chevrolet vehicles, is teaming up with the U.S. Army Tank Automotive Research, Development & Engineering Center (TARDEC) to develop hydrogen fuel cell technology. Through ... Read More

Filed Under: News and Events Tagged With: General Motors

General Motors Teams with American Military for Fuel Cell Technology

October 1, 2013 By Kif Richmann

General Motors is teaming with the U.S. Army Tank Automotive Research, Development & Engineering Center (TARDEC) to create hydrogen fuel cell technology. The two groups will design and evaluate ... Read More

Filed Under: Auto News

2014 Kia Sorento Earns 5-Star Safety Rating

September 30, 2013 By Kif Richmann

The 2014 Kia Sorento has earned a perfect 5-Star Safety Rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). With a redesigned interior and exterior, the Kia Sorento was recognized ... Read More

Filed Under: Auto News Tagged With: Kia

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