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MotorWeek tracks auto industry news, focusing on crash tests, safety ratings, new advances in technology and the latest from auto shows around the world.
NHTSA-Recalls
Recalls are certainly nothing new, but with today’s technology—if something goes wrong- it often requires more than a simple fix. And as headlines have shown– recent issues have generated a “larger than normal” number of recalls. The latest is the GM ignition switch debacle, which has evolved from a simple recall into a raging, legal battle. And, it will… Read More
IIHS – Minivan Crash Testing
Minivans are the latest round of vehicles tested by the IIHS in their small overlap front crash test. Though the sampling was few, the results are far-reaching.” Of the four vehicles crash tested by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety- three received poor ratings: The Chrysler Town and Country, platform-mate Dodge Caravan…and the Nissan Quest. The… Read More
LA Auto Show
In the land of glitz and glamour, the 2014 LA Auto Show certainly did its part to show off the industry’s hottest new models and a look at what we might be driving in the near future. Stealing early headlines was the Shelby GT350 Mustang. Reviving the iconic Ford muscle car name, its 5.2 liter V8 is pegged at over 500 horsepower-the most powerful naturally… Read More
Shifting Gears
After serving their country, military personnel now have an opportunity to “serve” in a different capacity. General Motors has partnered with the US Army, and defense contractor Raytheon, to provide automotive technician training for soldiers entering back into civilian life. The “Shifting Gears” program is a twelve week automotive technician training course,… Read More
AAA Distracted Driving Study/Tesla Dual Motor
What if the technology aimed at making driving safer, is actually doing more harm than good? It’s a question the Triple A Motor Club looked into with surprising results. In both simulated… and real world situations, drivers were monitored for levels of alertness and mental focus, as well as physical distraction and the ability to keep their eyes on the road. The… Read More
Paris Motor Show
Amid fine French cuisine, and impeccably dressed show-goers, there was plenty to admire at the 2014 Paris Motor Show, set this year at the Paris Expo at Porte de Versailles. Easily the most anticipated public debut was for Jaguar XE sport luxury compact sedan. Facing a host of serious four-door rivals, the all-aluminum XE, with 4 and 6 cylinder power, looks like… Read More
Land Rover Great Divide
Since returning to the U.S. market back in 1986, Land Rover has set the bar for showcasing the “luxurious, go anywhere” nature of their vehicles by staging grand adventures, both for their customers, and the media. Back in 1989, MotorWeek took part in their ambitious Great Divide Expedition- as we traveled border to border through Colorado, entirely off-road.… Read More
Smarter Car
New car technologies are constantly evolving. Advances come so quickly that it’s hard for these major breakthroughs to grab headlines…and that includes progress towards an autonomous car. For self-driving cars to become more commonplace, Vehicle to Vehicle, and ultimately Vehicle to Pedestrian communication, will be required. General Motors now says that V to V… Read More
2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 & 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata
We’ve almost run out of adjectives to describe the 7th generation Chevrolet Corvette. But, as we’ve learned from additional details about the new Z06 edition- it looks like we’ll have to crack open the dictionary one more time. We’ll keep things simple, for now: the new Z06 rates 650 horsepower from a 6.2 liter supercharged V8. Base pricing starts just under… Read More
IIHS Teen Used Cars
When it comes to a teen’s first car, the options might seem endless. But before these rookie drivers, or more likely their parents, plunk down a payment on that “first car”, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has some important advice. And of course, being the IIHS, safety is the main priority. So they’ve compiled a list of suggested vehicles, that all… Read More