Monthly Archives: September 2014

Car Notes Are at All-Time Highs

Car Notes Are at All-Time Highs

Hal M. Bundrick

That new ride is taking your budget with it. Average vehicle loans and monthly car payments are at all-time highs, according to an industry report by Experian Automotive. And it’s not just new cars that are getting increasingly pricey.

Quant’s e-Sportlimousine runs on SALTWATER

Quant's e-Sportlimousine runs on SALTWATER

This car was first seen at the Geneva Motor Show in 2014 and is the Quant e-Sportlimousine. It has just gained its acceptance from Germany’s TUV Sud and can be driven on any German or European roads.

Nissan to recall 55,000 vehicles over gasoline engine starter motor glitch

Nissan to recall 55,000 vehicles over gasoline engine starter motor glitch

by Yoko Kubota

Nissan is recalling 55,000 vehicles in Japan over a glitch in the gasoline engine starter motor, the company said on Thursday.

IAM Warns Drivers to Watch Out for Distracted Youngsters

IAM Warns Drivers to Watch Out for Distracted Youngsters

The Institute of Advanced Motorists has warned drivers to be aware of the increaing hazard of youngsters distracted by smartphones on their way to and from school.

They are often so absorbed in texting, Tweeting or Facebook, as well as by listening to music, that they are unaware of traffic.

Cars will be safer, but still need drivers

Intelligent Transport System (ITS) World Congress - Cars will be safer, but still need drivers

By TOM KRISHER

Your car soon will do more to help avoid a crash. As for one day leaving all the driving to the vehicle while you relax in back, don’t get your hopes up.