Wednesday, February 18, 2015

The Car Connection

The Car Connection


Insurance Companies Sued For Forcing Garages To Make Shoddy Repairs With Cheap Parts

Posted: 18 Feb 2015 01:06 PM PST

Americans are wary of insurance companies. In fact, a recent Gallup poll about trustworthy professions put insurance agents near the bottom of the "trusted" list, besting U.S. Senators, Representatives, and, sadly, car salespeople. A new series of lawsuits against insurers isn't going to do the industry any favors. According to CNN, over 500...

Acura ILX

Posted: 18 Feb 2015 08:12 AM PST

The Acura ILX is a compact sedan that was new to the brand's lineup for the 2013 model year. Based on the Honda Civic, the ILX is Acura's smallest car; it shares no sheetmetal with its Honda sibling and now has completely different powertrain options. Designed to be attractive to a younger, 'entry luxury' crowd, the ILX has a great deal more...

Acura RDX

Posted: 18 Feb 2015 08:06 AM PST

The Acura RDX is a small five-seat crossover. Although based on the Honda CR-V, the compact RDX is equipped with its own powertrain and unique styling to differentiate it from its lower-priced sibling. With the RDX, Acura has a rival for vehicles like the Audi Q5, Volvo XC60, and Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. MORE: Read our 2015 Acura RDX review...

Acura RLX

Posted: 18 Feb 2015 07:59 AM PST

The Acura RLX is a full-size luxury sedan. It replaced the RL in the brand's lineup starting with the 2014 model year. The RLX is supposed to move Acura upmarket with its pricing and equipment options. As the biggest, most technology-rich offering in the Acura lineup, the RLX brings with it several new features that highlight its place in the...

Lamborghini Huracan

Posted: 18 Feb 2015 07:57 AM PST

The Lamborghini Huracan is a two-seat exotic super sports car that represents the entry point to the Italian brand. Despite that entry point status, it rivals some of the top sports cars in the world, even stepping on the toes of the larger, more expensive Aventador in some measures. It follows the Gallardo as the brand's "entry-level" sports car...

Lamborghini Aventador

Posted: 18 Feb 2015 07:50 AM PST

The Lamborghini Aventador is an exotic two-seat supercar available as both a roadster and a coupe. It’s Lamborghini’s most expensive regular-production model, with a focus on flashy style and extreme performance. The Aventador is the replacement for Lambo's previous range-topper, the Murciélago. MORE: Read our 2015 Lamborghini...

Ferrari 458 Italia

Posted: 18 Feb 2015 07:49 AM PST

The Ferrari 458 Italia is a mid-engine, rear-drive super sports car that follows in the footsteps of the F430, 360 Modena, and F355. It’s one of Ferrari’s most technically advanced vehicles and one of the most engaging cars to drive available. A successor to the 458 has been announced, called the 488 GTB. For more on the latest example...

Ferrari F12 Berlinetta

Posted: 18 Feb 2015 07:36 AM PST

The Ferrari F12 Berlinetta is an exotic, design-focused, super-performance 2+2 sports car. Its rear-wheel drive, front-engine layout ties it to Ferrari's classics, but its technology is anything but. Before the debut of the ultra-rare LaFerrari, the F12 was the Italian brand's fastest production car. The F12 combines some of the best Ferrari...

Porsche Macan

Posted: 18 Feb 2015 07:33 AM PST

The Macan is a mid-size crossover SUV, the smaller sibling to the Cayenne. Like its big brother, the Macan also seats five, but it's sized more like utes like the Audi Q5 (on which it's loosely based); the BMW X3 and X4; and the Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class. The Macan is poised to become Porsche's best-selling model. It's the smallest and least...

2016 Honda Pilot, 2016 Lotus Evora 400, Rolls-Royce SUV: What’s New @ The Car Connection

Posted: 18 Feb 2015 07:30 AM PST

From The Car Connection: 2016 Toyota Avalon Video The Toyota Avalon may be the cousin of the best-selling Camry--but for many drivers it's the better choice. Since it was redesigned in 2013, the Avalon's been the better-looking of the duo, with more cabin space and premium features to boot. 2016 Honda Pilot Video The Honda Pilot has been one of...

2009 Bankruptcy May Not Fully Protect GM From Ignition-Switch Lawsuits

Posted: 18 Feb 2015 07:30 AM PST

In 2009, General Motors Corporation underwent a very quick, very contentious bankruptcy. In the course of just a few short weeks, the automaker transformed into General Motors Company. The name change may not have seemed significant to the public, but in fact, it meant that the "old GM" was dead, leaving its creditors largely empty-handed. It also...

Porsche Boxster

Posted: 18 Feb 2015 07:30 AM PST

The Porsche Boxster is the most affordable sports car in the German company's lineup, a companion to the hardtop Cayman, and a sibling to the flagship 911. It's a two-seat, two-door roadster that's simply one of the best-handling sports cars on the road today. Redesigned for 2013, the Boxster has gained a new GTS model for the 2015 model year. The...

Land Rover LR2

Posted: 18 Feb 2015 07:28 AM PST

The Land Rover LR2 is a compact to mid-size crossover SUV, one of the two smallest vehicles in Land Rover's lineup alongside the more stylish Range Rover Evoque. The LR2 seats five and comes with standard all-wheel drive. It was last updated for the 2013 model year and is likely to be phased out after the Land Rover Discovery Sport arrives for...

Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

Posted: 18 Feb 2015 07:23 AM PST

The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque has an incredibly long name, but it's actually one of the shortest vehicles in the British SUV maker's lineup. Stylish and sized for deployment in urban environs, the Evoque shares some of its mechanicals with the Land Rover LR2 and its replacement, the upcoming Land Rover Discovery Sport. It is easily the most...

Hyundai Genesis Coupe

Posted: 18 Feb 2015 07:20 AM PST

The Hyundai Genesis Coupe is the South Korean brand's only true sports car. It manages to be economical yet still deliver solid driving dynamics. The Genesis Coupe is a testament to Hyundai’s effort to gain some credibility as a maker of cars with actual driving feel. Unlike most Hyundai products, the two-door Genesis does not have a direct...

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