Category Archives: Motoring News

U.S. regulators probing GM screening test after vehicle fire

U.S. regulators probing GM screening test after vehicle fire

In May, GM recalled 42,904 2012 and 2013 model Buick LaCrosse and Regal cars. U.S. safety regulators have opened an investigation of some recalled General Motors Co. sedans after a vehicle fire in March led them to question a screening test’s effectiveness.

$280K flying car to be “road tested”

$280K flying car to be

Fifteen months after it created a sensation at the New York International Auto Show, Terrafugia’s “flying car” will make its first airshow appearance later this month, as the Woburn company works on a next-generation prototype.

Chrysler unveils unique 4×4 2014 Jeep Cherokee

Chrysler unveils 2014 Jeep Cherokee

The all-new Cherokee’s stylish appearance belies the rugged capability delivered by its unique 4×4 system. Features world first front-wheel-drive-based 4×4 system with rear-axle disconnect.

BMW to use launch control in more models

BMW to use launch control in more models

The most powerful cars made use a certain feature to put the power they develop on the road. It is called a launch control, and it makes life easier driving race cars and even production vehicles.

Five must have features for your next car

Five must have features for your next car

Technology that saves lives — and fuel — is getting better and cheaper. That means it’s no longer confined to luxury brands like Mercedes and Volvo. It’s showing up in mainstream vehicles like the Nissan Rogue and Ford Fusion.