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The Volvo XC60 has luxury feel, plenty of power

 May 25, 2013; Updated: 5:25 pm

When I think of Volvo cars, only one thing comes to mind: safety.

It's easy to imagine a bunch of Volvo engineers huddled around a cup of coffee discussing whether they could install an airbag into a cupholder and how to make the radio...

Dodge Ram back, better than ever

 May 18, 2013; Updated: 4:59 pm

For 2013, the new Ram 1500 offers buyers best-in-class fuel efficiency, new technology and new features without sacrificing capability.

Ram 1500 - the most recognizable pickup on the road - delivers best-in-class fuel economy with a...

Auto sales accelerate to 6-year best in April

 May 2, 2013; Updated: 11:55 pm

Detroit - Ford, GM, Chrysler and Nissan all reported double-digit U.S. sales increases last month, signaling the best April for car and truck sales in six years.

A rebound in pickup truck sales led the way, especially for the Detroit...

Failing headlights can be frightening

 April 13, 2013; Updated: 4:46 pm

Q: My car is a 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. My headlights will go off after driving a half-mile. The directional and brake lights still work, and if I pull the directional lever towards me, the headlights will briefly come...

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Subaru XV Crosstrek has no competition

 April 13, 2013; Updated: 4:46 pm

o I've just rambled down a gravel road, kicking up some dust and getting some grins. I step out and look around the exterior to make sure I didn't do anything to the all-new XV Crosstrek that the folks at Subaru might frown upon.

I take in...

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Hyundai-Kia recalls nearly 1.9M vehicles

 April 4, 2013; Updated: 8:01 pm

Korean automakers Hyundai and Kia are recalling almost 1.9 million vehicles to fix problems with air bags and brake light switches.

Hyundai models affected by the brake light switch recall include the 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson, the...

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