SLIDE SHOWS
DECEMBER 11, 2006

2007 Saturn Outlook

Attention, parents. Tired of your minivan? Saturn's new Outlook crossover offers smart design inside and out, ample seating, and competitive pricing


NOVEMBER 30, 2006

The New Lamborghini Murciélago LP640 Roadster

How the new $350,000, 6.5 liter V12 Lambo roadster stacks up against the competition


NOVEMBER 30, 2006

Highlights of the 2006 L.A. Auto Show

The latest cars from high-end marques such as BMW, Aston Martin, Lotus, Land Rover, and Ferrari—what else would you expect from an auto show held in Los Angeles?


NOVEMBER 30, 2006

The 10 Deadliest States for Driving

Maybe you can't avoid driving in these states over the holidays, but knowing the facts may keep you safer


NOVEMBER 30, 2006

The 10 Safest States For Driving

What makes certain states' roadways safer to drive than others? Look at the 10 safest and you may come up with a theory


NOVEMBER 30, 2006

A Ferrari Anyone Can Own

The venerable Italian sports car maker is ramping up a retail push, putting its name on clothes and gadgets


NOVEMBER 29, 2006

Auto China 2006

Concept cars from the 9th Beijing Motor Show


NOVEMBER 28, 2006

2007 Volkswagen Eos

The new VW Eos is one of a raft of sporty new models with retractable hardtops. Dollar for dollar, it may be the best of the lot


NOVEMBER 27, 2006

Most Luxurious Cars & Trucks of the Year

From hybrids to convertibles, here are the most beautiful and indulgent vehicles on the market today


NOVEMBER 27, 2006

Japan's Thriving Mini-Car Market

While car sales in general are shrinking, sales of tiny 660cc kei cars will top two million in Japan this year.


NOVEMBER 27, 2006

Motorbikes Go Green With ENV

Conceived as an answer to urban pollution, this hydrogen fuel-cell bike prototype adds off-road ability to its clean-energy technology


NOVEMBER 27, 2006

Hydrogen Wheels: Ready for a Closeup

From zippy wheelchairs to massive but eco-friendly rock crawlers, here's a glimpse into the hydrogen-powered future


NOVEMBER 27, 2006

Biggest Car Dealerships in the U.S.

As inventories climb and old brands struggle, the nation's largest auto dealers have to adapt or face extinction


NOVEMBER 22, 2006

2007 Hyundai Accent SE

The new Hyundai Accent hatchback is an inexpensive economy car that comes laden with standard safety and other features. But it faces tough competition from Toyota, Honda, Nissan, and Chevy


NOVEMBER 20, 2006

The Most Expensive Cars of 2006

Think your $319,100, 2007 Lamborghini is expensive? Try spending more than $5 million for a 1958 Ferrari 412S


NOVEMBER 17, 2006

Aston Martin DB9 Volante

Fast, fierce, and feline, the DB9 is one of the world's most beautiful -- and powerful -- cars


NOVEMBER 15, 2006

Highlights of the 2006 Beijing Auto Show

Car sales in China could grow by 30% in 2006, and global automakers are expected to double capacity by 2010. Here's what Chinese buyers are snapping up


NOVEMBER 14, 2006

2007 Audi A4 Cabriolet

The new A4 Cabriolet is a quick, beautifully made convertible. But it will get some serious competition next March when BMW's hot new 328i and 335i convertibles hit the market


NOVEMBER 14, 2006

Superlative Supercars

From Ascari to Spyker, the world’s fastest, coolest looking, bank account-draining, you’ve-got-to-have- nerves-of-steel-to-drive-one-of-these-babies supercars


NOVEMBER 13, 2006

Spyker's Dutch Treat

Supercar maker Spyker proves that it can be a lot of fun to go Dutch


NOVEMBER 13, 2006

Bugatti Veyron

The world's fastest and most expensive car, the Veyron is the ultimate automotive indulgence


NOVEMBER 13, 2006

Spyker D12

Dutch supercar maker's Spyker D12 costs more than $280,000 and goes from 0 to 62 in 5 seconds


NOVEMBER 13, 2006

Saleen S7

America's reigning supercar costs over half a million dollars and can fly from 0 to 60 in 2.8 seconds


NOVEMBER 13, 2006

Koenigsegg CCX

Extravagantly expensive, blindingly beautiful, and blisteringly fast, the CCX proves the Swedes can also build sexy cars


NOVEMBER 13, 2006

Audi R8

The new $130,000 R8 supercar is Audi's most serious bid to overtake BMW, Mercedes, and Porsche


NOVEMBER 13, 2006

Pagani Zonda F

A rip-roaring Italian that looks like the Batmobile and sounds like the Space Shuttle -- and costs almost as much


NOVEMBER 13, 2006

Lamborghini Murciélago LP640

Few supercars are as recognizable or desirable as the $319,000 V-12 Murciélago


NOVEMBER 13, 2006

Supercars of the 20th Century

A historical look back at 10 supercars from the Jazz Age through the Clinton years


NOVEMBER 13, 2006

Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano

Just released to the U.S., the 599 GTB Fiorano is the company's most powerful V-12 production car ever


NOVEMBER 13, 2006

Mosler MT900S

Priced at under $200,000, the MT900S is one of the world's most affordable yet hard-to-find supercars


NOVEMBER 13, 2006

Ascari A10

Europe's newest supercar, the Ascari A10, can go from 0 to 60 in 2.8 seconds and costs $665,000


NOVEMBER 13, 2006

Mercedes' New and Improved Cars?

The classic German carmaker is making a comeback with a number of models that are reviving its reputation for excellence


NOVEMBER 10, 2006

2007 Mini Cooper S

Sales have dipped for the popular Mini because buyers are waiting for the next generation. Here it is, and it's worth the wait


NOVEMBER 10, 2006

Gifts for Car Lovers

The only problem with giving these presents to a loved one this holiday season is that they'll spend more time than ever now in their car


NOVEMBER 9, 2006

Shelby's Wild Horses

Since the early 1960s, Carroll Shelby has been designing some of America's most iconic cars— here's a look at some of his best


NOVEMBER 7, 2006

2007 Acura RDX

Sporty handling, luxury interior, Zagat ratings on the nav system, and a reasonable MSRP -- what's not to like about the RDX SUV?


NOVEMBER 6, 2006

Cars of the Pols

Whether they choose pickups or limos, hybrids or Hummers, cars are an important if overlooked component of every campaigning politician's image


NOVEMBER 6, 2006

How Bikers Would Chart Harley's Course

Reader/riders weigh in on what direction the motorcycle company should go to win over young buyers


NOVEMBER 6, 2006

Hog Heaven

A look at some of the bikes that have defined Harley-Davidson over the past 103 years


NOVEMBER 3, 2006

2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV

Cadillac revamps its luxury SUV by upgrading its interior (finally!) and adding a new, 403-horsepower, 6.2-liter, all-aluminum V8 engine


NOVEMBER 1, 2006

Behind the Velvet Rope with Audi

The German automaker opened a Park Avenue showroom -- the "Forum" -- to publicize the Audi lifestyle in the U.S. Here's your own private tour


OCTOBER 31, 2006

Mazda RX-8

The RX-8 is a great-handling, reasonably priced sportscar. But sales suffer because of its high-maintenance and unfamiliar rotary engine


OCTOBER 30, 2006

Best-Selling Front- and Rear-Wheel-Drive Cars

Once the kings of the American road, today rear-wheel-drive cars are left in the dust sales-wise by their front-wheel competition


OCTOBER 27, 2006

2007 Jeep Compass

Off-road or on, the new Jeep Compass doesn't seem to know where it's going


OCTOBER 26, 2006

Exquisite Chrysler

Senior transportation design students at Detroit's College for Creative Studies presented their work to the public and industry representatives during the school's annual Student Exhibition earlier this year


OCTOBER 24, 2006

2007 Volkswagen Rabbit

The Rabbit is back. Sales so far are good for this reborn 1980s icon, thanks to its sporty handling, functional interior, and competitive price


OCTOBER 24, 2006

Yamaha's Next Move

The scooter of the future -- as imagined by Transportation Design students from Istituto d'Arte Applicata e Design in Turin


OCTOBER 23, 2006

Cars You Want at Prices You Can Afford

If you're willing to sacrifice a little speed or luxury, it is possible to buy a car almost as good as your dream machine--without the hefty price tag


OCTOBER 20, 2006

2007 Audi RS 4 Quattro

The RS 4 is better looking, more agile, and more powerful than the Cadillac CTS-V, Mercedes-Benz C55 AMG, and the BMW M6


OCTOBER 18, 2006

America's Automotive Wallflowers

Too much inventory is bad for automakers and dealers‹but a great opportunity for consumers. Find out the 10 cars and trucks with the highest inventory in the U.S.


OCTOBER 18, 2006

Life in Zoomtown and Urban Jungle Cars

Transportation Design students from Braunschweig University of Art in Germany presented their work at the 2006 graduation show in July


OCTOBER 17, 2006

2007 BMW 335i Coupe

Every driving enthusiast should own a Bimmer at some point. And for the money, there are few BMWs that can match the 335i Coupe's speed and agility


OCTOBER 16, 2006

Coolest Cop Cars

Specially tricked-out vehicles give police departments around the world the edge they need for catching the bad guys


OCTOBER 16, 2006

Interior Motives Design Awards

Now in its fourth year, the winners of the annual design awards ceremony were announced at the Paris Motor Show


OCTOBER 16, 2006

BMW's Greatest Hits

From the 1928 Dixi 3/15 to the latest 7 Series, a look back at the cars that have made BMW one of the most respected auto makers on the planet


OCTOBER 16, 2006

The World's Most Innovative Car Factory

BMW's new Leipzig plant is one of the most innovative car factories in the world, thanks in part to the avant-garde design of its central building. Bucking convention, plant manager Peter Claussen held an architectural competition for the factory, inviting the world's top design houses to help create a central building with interior spaces that would promote communication between line workers and managers, enhance innovation, and speed problem-solving. Claussen wanted soaring, transparent spaces, daylight streaming in, and open, cascading work areas. Pritzker Prize-winning, London-based architect Zaha Hadid transformed that vision into a productivity-enhancing factory that is also visually striking.


OCTOBER 13, 2006

2007 Dodge Charger

A successful blend of retro muscle and modern refinement, the Dodge Charger comes in a range of models, offering performance at every price level


OCTOBER 10, 2006

2007 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited

Bigger, sleeker, and with more features, the Santa Fe is looking to compete with small SUVs such as the Honda Pilot and Toyota Highlander


OCTOBER 9, 2006

Best Cars for CEOs

When you're the boss, you can drive any car you like. But most likely you'll be driven instead


OCTOBER 9, 2006

Hybrid Goes High Class

Lexus rolls out the most expensive, luxurious, and fastest gas-electric ever, giving Prius-loving celebrities a reason to trade up.


OCTOBER 6, 2006

2007 Saturn Aura XR

Looking to go up against two of the world's best-selling cars -- the Camry and Accord -- the Aura offers good looks, plenty of power, and an affordable price


OCTOBER 3, 2006

2007 Mercedes-Benz SL550

The "SL" in the Mercedes SL550 should stand for "Super fast" and "Lots of money"


OCTOBER 2, 2006

Automotive Tech of the Future

From spherical wheels to VTOL wings, if and when the cars of tomorrow get built, this is what they could look like


OCTOBER 2, 2006

World's Most High-Tech Car

Imagine if you took all the most advanced high-tech automotive technology you could find and put it on one car. We did


OCTOBER 2, 2006

Car Tech Through Time

From windshield wipers to OnStar: technological innovations the modern car would rather not do without


OCTOBER 2, 2006

Coolest Car Gadgets 2007

Need more tech in your car? Here's a selection of today's coolest high-end automotive electronics


OCTOBER 2, 2006

Todays Hottest High-Tech Cars

From cars that pay attention when you don't to built-in stereos that can store music and photo collections, high-tech cars are now commonly available in nearly every segment


SEPTEMBER 29, 2006

MAZDASPEED6 Grand Touring

At just over $30,000, this fully loaded pocket rocket may be a hoot to drive, but it can also double as a family car


SEPTEMBER 28, 2006

Highlights of the 2006 Paris Motor Show

From the indulgently fast to the economically practical, the stars of the Paris show are speed demons and cutting-edge hybrids


SEPTEMBER 27, 2006

Modern Legend: Lancia's Second Century

Enthusiastic leadership and design talent is bringing the legendary brand into a new era and upholding the tradition of luxury


SEPTEMBER 26, 2006

2007 Nissan Versa

Looking for affordability and fuel economy? The Versa might be for you. Looking for fun? Look elsewhere


SEPTEMBER 25, 2006

Students Dream Up Their First Renault

Transportation Design students from this Italian applied arts school were challenged to design the Renault that they'd like to drive in the near future


SEPTEMBER 25, 2006

Best SUVs of 2007

SUV sales are struggling, but if you're in the market for one, these are the SUVs to buy


SEPTEMBER 25, 2006

Fisker's Fine Art of Coach Building

The legendary auto designers has set up his own shop, which promises to bring new meaning to the word "exclusivity"


SEPTEMBER 22, 2006

2006 Audi A8 Quattro AT6

Watch out, Mercedes and BMW. That car you see coming up fast in your rearview mirror is the Audi A8


SEPTEMBER 22, 2006

The 13 Worst Things to Happen to Detroit in 2006

Thought 2005 was bad for the U.S. car business? 2006 has been a real annus horribilis and it's not over yet...


SEPTEMBER 19, 2006

Mercedes-Benz ML500 SUV

The completely redesigned ML500 may be the best luxury SUV on the planet


SEPTEMBER 18, 2006

Small for Fall

Good things zoom in small packages


SEPTEMBER 15, 2006

Ford Freestyle

The Freestyle is versatile, roomy, and gets decent gas mileage. For families tired of the high fueling costs of SUVs, this could be a smart choice


SEPTEMBER 13, 2006

Lexus GS 450h

Lexus' new luxury hybrid is a beautiful car with plenty of speed, but the trade-off is that all that power hurts its fuel economy


SEPTEMBER 12, 2006

New Supercars of 2007

The offerings for 2007 from Lamborghini, Aston Martin, Audi, Bentley, and other ultra brands


SEPTEMBER 7, 2006

Which Way to the Autobahn?

Slide into the driver's seat of the BMW M6, glance at the speedometer topping out at 200 mph, and you'll be looking for some open road


SEPTEMBER 7, 2006

2007 Mazda CX-7

Mazda continues to upstage the competition with its clever designs and sporty performance. This new crossover is no exception. Zoom zoom, indeed


SEPTEMBER 6, 2006

GM's Quality Cars

The GM vehicles that ranked the highest in reliability on the 2006 J.D. Power and Associates Initial Quality Survey and Vehicle Dependability Survey


SEPTEMBER 6, 2006

2006 Lexus IS 350

It's a good-looking, well-made car, but until Lexus loses some of its nannyish features, it won't be seen as a serious driving machine


SEPTEMBER 5, 2006

New Cars: Class of 2007

From the brand new Ford Edge crossover to the cutting-edge Lexus GS 450h luxury hybrid sedan, here are the new models that will define the 2007 automotive year


SEPTEMBER 1, 2006

2006 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4x4

With its body-on-frame design that mates the utility and capability of a truck undercarriage with the body of a car, the Explorer was almost single-handedly responsible for the sport-utility-vehicle revolution. Now, after selling more than 5.5 million units over the past decade, it could soon be fighting for survival because of its poor fuel economy. That's too bad, because the Explorer is still a great SUV.


AUGUST 29, 2006

2007 Dodge Caliber SXT Sport

If you are willing to exchange fuel economy and interior roominess for driving performance, Dodge's new hatchback is worth a look


AUGUST 28, 2006

Most Fuel-Efficient Luxury Cars

From sedans to SUVs, the luxury cars by category with the lowest fuel consumption


AUGUST 25, 2006

2007 Ford Mustang GT Convertible

Fast, affordable, fun‹Ford's Mustang GT can easily compete with the new Chevy Camaro and Dodge Challenger


AUGUST 23, 2006

Students Imagine an Audi Evolution

Milan's Scuola Politecnica di Design hosts the Audi-sponsored show of student designs for the 2015 Avant. Eleven concepts were displayed


AUGUST 22, 2006

VW's Winners & Losers

To maintain its sales vroom, VW must continue cutting costs, remain competitive with Asia, and get new products to dealers. Here are the cars on which the company's fortunes are riding for 2007


AUGUST 22, 2006

2006 Honda Fit Sport

There are a lot of zippy small cars on the market. The Fit isn't one of them. It is, however, a well-priced, intelligently designed, and fuel-efficient subcompact that will appeal to many cost- and environmentally minded buyers


AUGUST 21, 2006

Ten Most Fuel-Efficient Big Cars

Need a big car or truck but don't want to spend all your money at the pump? Here are 10 choices that offer extra size without the extra pain


AUGUST 18, 2006

2006 Land Rover LR3 V8 HSE

The new LR3 offers classic Land Rover ruggedness with its trademark luxury. If you don't mind the poor fuel economy, this is one beautiful SUV


AUGUST 18, 2006

Inspiring Futures in Transportation

Graduates in Transportation Design at France's Strate College offered some very different approaches to auto design at their degree show


AUGUST 17, 2006

What GM is Revving Up for in 2007

There are some duds, but some new GM cars, such as the CTS, Saturn Aura, Chevy Impala, and, down the road, a new Camaro, could be the hits the struggling auto maker badly needs


AUGUST 16, 2006

2006 G6 GT Convertible

Pontiac's new convertible is great for someone who wants a good-looking head turner that can double as an everyday car


AUGUST 15, 2006

Ageless Autos

Christie's Exceptional Motor Cars auction in Monterey, Calif., is one of the classic-car world's premier annual events, and this year offers some real beauties


AUGUST 14, 2006

Cars of the Kings

Whether they're anointed by God or elected by the people, the world's rulers ride in style


AUGUST 11, 2006

2006 Lexus GS 430

Good looks, plush ride, high-tech gear, impressive performance, the GS 430's got it all -- and for less than Mercedes or BMW


AUGUST 10, 2006

Most Dependable Cars & Trucks

J.D. Power and Associates releases its 2006 Dependability Study, rating the top 19 cars and light trucks by segment


AUGUST 10, 2006

College Exhibition: Umea Degree Show 2006

Projects from the Swedish institute's students include a sports car with a joy stick and a "fashionable hybrid"


AUGUST 9, 2006

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt

It may look like another plastic Detroit dullmobile, but thanks to a 205-horsepower dual overhead cam, four-cylinder engine, the SS has lots of excitement under the hood


AUGUST 8, 2006

Driving to China--In Style

Driving from Amsterdam to Beijing would be difficult under any circumstances, but doing it in a classic car requires determination, nerves of steel, and plenty of spare parts


AUGUST 7, 2006

20 Cars For $20K

From roadsters to minivans, some of the best cars -- and car values -- on the market can be found in the $20,000 range


AUGUST 4, 2006

2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport combines the ruggedness of Indiana Jones with the urbane sophistication of James Bond


AUGUST 3, 2006

Racy Roadsters

As the mercury climbs, now is the time to hit the road and cool off the old-fashioned way in one of these timeless droptops


AUGUST 2, 2006

2006 Cadillac CTS-V

The CTS-V offers raw power and a refined ride at a reasonable price. Too bad its interior doesn't stack up to the German competition


AUGUST 1, 2006

The World's Biggest Auto Markets by 2010

The U.S. will retain the No. 1 spot, but emerging markets will see the most dramatic growth in new car sales by decade's end


JULY 31, 2006

Find the Hybrid That's Right For You

From fuel consumption to sticker price, not all hybrids are built alike


JULY 31, 2006

Vehicle Design Rolled out in London

High technology as well as the "obsolete" variety figure into the Royal College of Art's annual graduation show


JULY 28, 2006

2006 Jaguar S-Type R

The S-Type R boasts plenty of impressive power, but lacks the refinement that customers have come to expect from Jaguar


JULY 26, 2006

2006 BMW Z4 M Coupe

BMW's new Z4 M is not about cupholders or comfort. It is about driving very fast on the Autobahn


JULY 24, 2006

$100K Cars

From the Cadillac XLR-V to the Porsche Carrera GT, a roundup of mainstream cars that cost more—sometimes a lot more—than $100,000


JULY 21, 2006

2006 BMW 530xi Sport Wagon

The 5 Series wagon is so much fun to drive you might think it was a sedan -- with the extra cargo room thrown in for a bonus


JULY 20, 2006

Highlights of the London Auto Show

Some new British models from Land Rover, Jaguar, and Vauxhall make their debut, but one of the most exciting new cars is the long-awaited BMW M6 convertible


JULY 19, 2006

2006 Nissan 350Z Grand Touring Coupe

With a 300 hp V6 and a starting price of $33,055, the Grand Touring Coupe may not be the fastest sports car in the world, but it might be one of the most attractive and affordable


JULY 19, 2006

Most Expensive Cities for Parking

Sales incentives may be bringing prices down on many cars, but the cost of parking in many of the U.S.'s biggest cities keeps going up


JULY 17, 2006

Most Recalled Cars Of 2006

Unless you like the idea of spending a lot of time taking your new car back to the dealer for one glitch after another, take a look at the 2006 cars that suffered the biggest recalls


JULY 17, 2006

Japanese Bikes Take to the Road in China

Motorcycle makers in Japan know that despite huge demand, China is a competitive market. Here's a look at what Honda and Yamaha are riding in on


JULY 14, 2006

Audi's Road Rocket

Beautiful lines, deluxe interior, and a 250-horsepower, 3.2-liter 6-cylinder engine add up to a practical car that offers tremendous performance


JULY 13, 2006

Super Kit Cars

Kit cars, a long-time niche market, have zoomed forward in quality and performance thanks to advances in parts technology and computer-aided design


JULY 13, 2006

Cleveland Institute of Art Shows Variety

The Institute's annual show featured the work of 50 industrial design majors with many emphasizing transportation design


JULY 12, 2006

The Major Mini

The John Cooper Works edition of the Mini Cooper S proves that good things do come in small packages


JULY 11, 2006

Awesome Audis

Audi sweeps three categories in J.D. Power's annual survey of German cars. See the cars—and more—that beat BMW and Benz


JULY 10, 2006

Best Wagons 2006

When SUV and minivan sales soared, wagons fell into disfavor. Today they're making a comeback thanks to new fuel efficiency and driving fun


JULY 10, 2006

Toyota's Designs for Tomorrow

The auto maker's design and development center in France continues to turn out radical and exciting concept cars to whet the public's appetite


JULY 7, 2006

World's Fastest Cars

Think going from 0 to 60 is impressive? The cars that can go from 0 to 100 are the bad boys to beat


JULY 6, 2006

2006 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

The Corvette convertible with automatic transmission may not satisfy hardcore drivers, but it's still one of the sexiest and most affordable roadsters on the market.


JULY 5, 2006

Aerospace Technology

The all-new 2007 Jaguar XK features an aluminum monocoque body structure that is 31% stiffer than its predecessor with a 10% improvement in power to weight ratio


JULY 5, 2006

The Best Used Cars

Certified pre-owned programs offer as-good-as-new cars for less. No wonder they now account for 41% of all used-car sales


JUNE 30, 2006

Mercedes-Benz E320 CDI

Mercedes' E320 CDI proves that Americans can enjoy diesel economy without sacrificing luxury or performance


JUNE 28, 2006

2006 Cadillac XLR-V

With its supercharged V8 Northstar engine, the new XLR-V is superpowerful and distinctive—though inside it can't match European rivals


JUNE 27, 2006

Six-wheeler

The only six wheeler ever to start (much less win) a Grand Prix


JUNE 26, 2006

Best American Cars 2006

From small cars to supercars, a look at the U.S.-made cars that scored best in terms of reliability, safety, cost of ownership, fuel economy, and performance


JUNE 26, 2006

Ninth Wonder of the World

Volkswagen revives the Bugatti marque with a supercar so powerful it needs a special suspension mode to keep it from lifting off like a rocket


JUNE 23, 2006

2006 Infiniti FX45

The luxury crossover's looks make it a bold standout in its class. Upon closer inspection, many of its design details are of the same caliber


JUNE 22, 2006

Green Cars of the Future

Highlights of the Michelin Challenge Bibendum reveal bold new concepts for driving and alternate fuels


JUNE 21, 2006

2006 BMW 650i Convertible

Fast, smooth, gorgeous, and pricey -- the 650i should make anyone's shortlist for one of the best convertibles on the market


JUNE 20, 2006

Safest Cars 2006

The car and minivans that performed best in the IIHS study of crashworthiness based on performance in front, side, and rear tests


JUNE 19, 2006

Wimpiest Cars

Cars these days have never been faster, but here are 10 models that can't keep up


JUNE 19, 2006

Cool Cars with Awesome Features

Take a look at 10 new autos that have pushed the envelope in terms of safety, performance, and fuel efficiency


JUNE 16, 2006

2006 Saab 9-3 Aero Convertible

In the market for a sporty drop-top? The 9-3 convertible offers speed, safety, and smart fuel economy


JUNE 14, 2006

2007 Toyota Yaris Sedan

Toyota's new subcompact is well timed but its lack of zip, weird instrument design, and so-so fuel economy disappoint


JUNE 12, 2006

The Right Cars for the Right Roads

Summer is the best time to drive. Find out which roads, and which cars, make for the ultimate vacation road trip


JUNE 12, 2006

Nissan's North American Blitz

With Asian rivals gaining ground, Nissan is pinning its hopes on a host of new models to revive U.S. sales


JUNE 9, 2006

Super 'Stang

With a 5.4 liter V8 capable of 500 horses and a lower sticker, the Mustang Shelby GT500 is Ford's all-new Corvette killer


JUNE 9, 2006

2006 Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder

With better steering, suspension, and a lower-ratio six-speed transmission, the roadster version of Lamborghini's Gallardo is one inspired Spyder


JUNE 8, 2006

Save Money on These Hybrids

Think hybrids are too expensive to make any difference to your bottom line? With federal tax credits, they could make a big difference


JUNE 7, 2006

2006 Honda Civic EX

Great value, terrific reliability, and peppy performance are the reasons why the Civic is the second-best selling car in the U.S.


JUNE 7, 2006

The Cutting Edge in New Car Design

Piano lacquer and bitter chocolate paint jobs. Color-coded roll-cages. Flowered doormats. Check out these concept cars


JUNE 6, 2006

Chrysler Imperial Concept

Bling, Bling, Baby: Chrysler's Imperial concept makes you feel like a king


JUNE 5, 2006

Halo Cars Slide Show

Halo cars are supposed to shine a positive light on a car maker's lineup, but sometimes they sometimes cast an ominous shadow


MAY 31, 2006

Sky-High

The new Saturn Sky roadster is a well-priced winner. Is this an aberration or an indication that GM is finally producing cars that can compete against imports?


MAY 30, 2006

Best Summer Vacation Rides

American consumers are fighting high gas prices with gusto, and companies are doing their best to help. BusinessWeek chose the best cars by vacation type -- and our picks might surprise you


MAY 26, 2006

The Cars Behind Cars

A new animated movie from Disney takes cars and creates characters which reflect their quirks, traits, and details


MAY 25, 2006

Europe's Most Reliable Cars

The Accord scores highest but other top contenders, such as the Carisma and Micra, are new to Americans


MAY 24, 2006

2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid 4WD

The Highlander Hybrid offers the functionality of a SUV, but the fuel economy of a hybrid


MAY 22, 2006

Best Small Cars

With gas prices rising, small cars are becoming increasingly attractive. The best thing is that, thanks to improved design and performance, they are also a blast to drive


MAY 22, 2006

Crispin Porter: Ads Worth Watching

The folks at this Miami agency must love controversy. They don't care what people say, as long as they're talking abut a CP+B ad


MAY 18, 2006

2006 Rolls-Royce Phantom

The Rich, and Their Cars, are Different: The Phantom costs as much as a vacation home -- but who cares?


MAY 17, 2006

China's Sizzling Hot Car Market

Last year car sales rose 26%, and auto makers keep rolling out new models to keep pace. Take a look at what buyers are snapping up


MAY 17, 2006

2006 Porsche Cayman

Porsche's new mid-engine coupé offers the auto maker's signature refinement and performance but at a (more) affordable price


MAY 16, 2006

Best 4x4s

The top ten vehicles for serious off-roading


MAY 15, 2006

Easing Oil Dependence

Developing cheaper, more efficient fuels and technologies is the goal in America. We handicap the leading candidates


MAY 12, 2006

Royal College of Art's GE Plasticon Project

Postgraduate students present results of an intriguing assignment -- using plastic to create concept vehicles


MAY 11, 2006

Best Summer Cars

Whether you are looking for safety, speed, or status, the one thing all these cars have in common is that they are a blast to drive.


MAY 10, 2006

2007 Mercedes-Benz S550

The new flagship from Mercedes combines a sleek new look and a bigger engine, but can it escape the quality-control problems that plagued earlier versions?


MAY 9, 2006

VW in the U.S: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow

A look at some of the best VWs sold in the U.S., past and present


MAY 8, 2006

Ethanol Cars You Can Buy Now

Ethanol-powered cars are a hot topic these days, but not only do they cost more, they are also hard to find


MAY 5, 2006

Korea's Newest Cars at Busan Show

This year's auto show in South Korea features four world debut vehicles, including one from Ssaygyong, the country's SUV specialist


MAY 5, 2006

BMW vs. Mercedes-Benz

From entry-level cars to luxury sedans, a head-to-head comparison across the model line of the two luxury auto makers


MAY 3, 2006

2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser

Toyota's new FJ Cruiser SUV recalls the classic Land Cruiser, but will its low-price be enough to make up for its cramped interior?


MAY 2, 2006

New Cars for New Grads

From zippy coupes for the new Wall Streeter to responsible wheels for those paying off student loans, the best cars for graduating seniors


MAY 1, 2006

Rides That Are Truly One of a Kind

Fred Kanter may not be able to turn a pumpkin into a coach and four, but if you give him the chassis, he'll make it a mobile masterpiece


APRIL 28, 2006

Best Pickups 2006

From the biggest to the most fuel-economic, the 10 top pickups on the market today


APRIL 27, 2006

Europe's Hottest Diesels

The fuel crunch may soon be driving the U.S. market toward diesel vehicles long popular in Europe for their fuel efficiency. Here are some you may be shopping for soon.


APRIL 26, 2006

Honda's Pickup Game

The Ridgeline looks and drives differently from other trucks. Is that a bad move or does Honda know something the others don't?


APRIL 25, 2006

Getting the Most from Your Fossil Fuel

Look here for the do's and don'ts of achieving good gas mileage. It has never been more important for your wallet or your planet


APRIL 24, 2006

The Fastest European Cars

Racing experts and die-hard fans dispute the proper definition of a supercar.


APRIL 21, 2006

Fuel Economy Winners & Losers

Here are the best -- and worst -- cars for fuel economy


APRIL 19, 2006

Ford's Boss Hog

What do you get when you combine the best-selling truck with the most famous motorcycle? The $35,000 Ford F-150 Harley-Davidson edition


APRIL 19, 2006

Return of the High-End Fiat

Now that the company is making a comeback, it's relaunching the legendary Lancia brand with the help of top talent -- and a design roadshow


APRIL 17, 2006

Picks & Pans of the 2006 New York Auto Show

This was one of the best NY auto shows in years. See which cars we think were winners and which ones will be goats


APRIL 17, 2006

Ariel Atom 2: Supercar Wunderkind

With its swift ride, spare design, and low price, this machine puts fun at the center of the hotrod experience


APRIL 13, 2006

Flash of the Titan

Don't let flat sales fool you -- Nissan's contender in the U.S. pickup-truck stakes is big on power, storage, and versatility


APRIL 12, 2006