In recent years, Jeep has made significant improvements to the Grand Cherokee in fuel economy, interior styling, and ride quality, and 2014 has proven to be a year of exciting updates. A new transmission, an eight speed automatic, available in every Grand Cherokee model, brings better fuel economy and smooth shifting. Also available is the first diesel engine option since 2009: a very economical turbodiesel V6. The diesel engine is a good option for those...
Read More
In addition to previously earned Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
Top Safety Pick status and National Highway Traffic safety
Administration 5-star crash rating, the all-new for 2013 Dodge Dart became the third Chrysler vehicle to achieve the Top Safety+ rating.
Read More
For over 40 years, the Toyota Corolla has been one of the most popular
products in the compact segment, but Toyota is taking a calculated risk
with its 11th generation redesign. Despite being reluctant to tinker with the Corolla's looks, in the
past, Toyota is rolling out a more angular, chiseled look and standard
LED headlights, among other aspects of the 2014 redesign.
Read More
The Chattanooga-built Passat is fairly large for its
segment and is priced relatively low. The current generation Passat featured a
well-controlled ride quality and sleek, restrained exterior styling. The
Passat's cabin is one of the most spacious, as well, with a great deal of
legroom in the rear seat, and a large trunk. The base model features a
2.5-liter...
Read More
The APEAL study, or Automotive Performance,
Execution and Layout study, is conducted each year in the U.S. by J.D. Power,
and is intended to measure how gratifying a new vehicle is to own during the
first 90 days of purchase. The study is based on responses from more than
83,000 new car purchasers who own 2013 models.
Read More