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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.

Acura NSX Performance Manufacturing Center Tour
YOLANDA VAZQUEZ: “Few cars mean more to a brand than the Acura NSX. An icon since its introduction in 1990, the NSX has always represented the pinnacle of engineering for Honda. And that’s never been truer than for the all-new 2017 model…” Along with a chance to fully experience it on the track, MotorWeek got a guided tour of Acura’s Performance Manufacturing… Read More

2016 New York International Auto Show
LAUREN MORRISON: “Spring has sprung, and that mean it’s the season for the New York International Auto Show! And we’re here on the show floor to see the big debuts from the Big Apple.” And let’s start off with something really bold, this Lincoln Navigator Concept. While the massive gullwing doors are not likely to make production, they gave everyone a clear… Read More

Geneva International Auto Show
“We can always count on the Geneva Motor Show to whet our automotive appetites, and this year’s buffet gave us plenty to feast on.” Bugatti stole the show with the Chiron, their 1,500 horsepower Veyron successor with a top speed of 261 miles per hour, and a 2.6 million dollar price tag. Aston Martin debuted the DB11, a twin-turbo V12 powered coupe bringing… Read More

Find-A-Car App
Despite lower gas prices, fuel economy and safety are still top priorities for consumers looking to buy a new or used vehicle. And the Department of Energy’s fuel economy website has always been our “go-to” research tool. Well now, they’ve made gaining access to it--even easier. Their popular “Find-a-Car” feature now has its own app, available on both… Read More

Chicago Auto Show
“The Chicago Auto Show draws the nation’s biggest crowd of actual car consumers. And, MotorWeek was on hand for all the news blowing out of the Windy City for 20-16.” Nissan kicked things off with an all-new Armada full-size SUV. Like the Infiniti QX80, it’s now based on the full-framed Nissan Patrol, as assembly shifts from Tennessee to Japan. A 5.6 liter… Read More

Ford Mobility
“New car debuts always grab the most media attention at auto shows. But, at the 2016 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Ford took advantage of a captive audience to announce future plans far beyond just cars and trucks.” And like many other brands, it’s all about adapting to the “mobile” lifestyle, offering on-demand content and services to… Read More

Consumer Electronics Show
With so much focus on connectivity in our cars these days, auto makers are flocking to the annual consumer electronics show in Las Vegas to show off their latest highway tech. Standing out among the latest flatscreens, cameras, and smart appliances at this year’s CES were enough car-related displays to rival a major auto show. Volkswagen kicked things off… Read More

2016 North American International Auto Show (Part 1 and 2)
The temperature is heading low, low, low…so, it must be January! But, that actually pushes our spirits high, for it’s also time for Detroit’s 2016 North American International Auto Show. So let’s grab a firsthand look at all of this year’s headliners from the motor city! 2015 was a very good year for automakers with an all time U.S. sales record, and they… Read More

IIHS
YOLANDA VAZQUEZ: We always like to shine a bright light on a good story, and now there’s word coming from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety that suggests big changes are on the way in regards to their safety rating system. Automotive News is reporting that the IIHS will soon add a new requirement for their “Top Safety Pick +” rating: headlight… Read More

LA Auto Show
“It’s the first big American auto show of the season: the 2015 Los Angeles Auto Show. And, you know we were on hand to catch all the headlining acts.” Some of the biggest coverage went to one of the smallest, lowest volume cars at the show. We’re talking about the return of the Fiat 124 Spider. It looks much more inviting in person than in the spyshots, and… Read More