Consumer Reports recently published its short-term reliability predictions for sport utility vehicles. Predictions are based on the infrequency of major issues within the most recent 3 model years or less, based on data availability. This article lists the top 5 and bottom 10 based on CR’s predicted reliability in each of the Small SUV, Midsize …
Top 10 SUVs of 2012
Modern-day SUVs have certainly changed the face of the modern automobile, resulting in tremendous growth in the production and sales of this all-purpose vehicle. Its rugged build, powerful motor, and sassy looks appeal to all kinds of customers, from outdoor enthusiasts to soccer moms! All the big car giants like Chrysler Group, Volkswagen and Ford …
Federal Rules to Promote Green Cars
The stricter federal rules will promote vehicles that will be 40% more fuel efficient by 2016. These national standards will bring the US in line with other countries that are already making fuel efficient cars. Starting in 2012, automakers will have achieved fuel efficiency for their products that ranges from 37.8 mpg for passenger cars …
VW Camper Models: A Guide for the Confused
Type 2 split screen 1950-1967 This was the first VW caravan adapted from the VW bus (known as the Samba), which in turn was an adaptation of the VW van. You will recognize the rounded VW caravan with the V-molding at the front, the huge VW badge, the split windshield and the big round headlights …
Best third-row SUV
These days, most buyers who require a 7 or 8 passenger vehicle are turning to one of the many SUV models available. In the past, most buyers who required this type of vehicle chose minivans or vans for this task. However, as styles and preferences have changed in recent years, SUVs far outperform minivans by …