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Goofy ads, variants help Mini rule its own little world
In 2005, three years after the Mini Cooper's surprisingly strong debut in the United States, brand executives wondered how many more buyers there could be for a 12-foot car.
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Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 index has risen more than 40 percent so far in 2013, to roughly 14,000, thanks in part to the falling yen.
RAV4: A worthy rival for the Santa Fe?
The beloved RAV4 was strategically reborn as a compact crossover this year, and Toyota is betting on capturing the hearts of SUV-loving Koreans by competing with Honda's CRV, Volkswagen's Tiguan and, more importantly, Hyundai's Santa Fe.
2013 Avalon Hybrid is a smart play
Big, puffy and comfortable, the Avalon has served Toyota like a trusty Barcalounger.
Toyota plans to increase lithium-ion car battery output-Nikkei
Toyota Motor Corp is planning to increase production of lithium-ion batteries by six times, as the automaker prepares to eventually use them in its flagship Prius gasoline-electric hybrid cars, the Nikkei business daily reported on Sunday.
Test Drive: 2014 Chevy Silverado smooth, quiet
General Motors paid special attention to smoothness and quietness, neither normally associated with big pickups, in redesigning its full-size trucks for 2014.
Kia Sorento an affordable, versatile crossover SUV
Like many offerings in the Kia lineup, the Sorento has distanced itself from its modest beginnings when the Korean automaker produced mainly affordable cars that often came with a "cheap" tagline.
Electric cars: Eight important things everyone should know
Sometime in the next few weeks, the 100,000th plug-in electric car will be sold in the U.S. But they're still mostly a mystery to the average new-car buyer, and there are a few key principles that get shared over and over again.
Toyota Begins Production of U.S.-Bound Yaris In France
European-built cars sold in the U.S. typically have a prestigious or rarefied air to them, usually hailing from Germany, Italy or the U.K. The Volkswagen Golf has been one of the lowest-priced models to come across the Atlantic in recent years.
Car Buyers' Guide: Space needed in a small package
The dilemma: We have a 2001 Renault Scenic which needs to be replaced this year.
Refreshing or Revolting: 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan
Just when you thought the Mercedes S-Class sedan couldn't get any grander, it has.
McDonald's Staffer Catches Thief Cruising Drive-Thru in Her Stolen Car
When Virginia Maiden woke up on Tuesday, she realized that someone had stolen her 1995 Toyota 4-Runner. Shit .
Target 11 investigates dangerous cars sold to unsuspecting buyers
Millions of potentially dangerous cars are on the road right now. The manufacturers have recalled them, but the problems haven't been fixed.
Silver Alert Issued For 73-Year-Old Alzheimer's Patient From Barnsdall
They say he was last seen wearing a brown Oklahoma Highway patrol cap and blue jeans.
Falling yen to make Japan's goods more affordable
In this Wednesday, May 15, 2013, file photo, people are reflected on the electronic stock board of a securities firm in Tokyo.
Read This: A family's 10-year history with a 2003 first-gen Toyota Prius
The Toyota Prius has put in its time as the benchmark for hybrids and fuel efficient vehicles on American roads.
The 2014 Jeep Cherokee and Toyota Prius will offer in-vehicle Qi wireless charging
If you've been keeping up with my recent gadget diary posts, you'll know that I've been interested in wirelessly charging my Samsung Galaxy S3.
MENIFEE: City purchases hybrids with air quality grant
The city is projected to save $36,000 in general fund money with the purchase of four hybrid vehicles for its code enforcement staff.
Toyota factory in France starts Yaris production for North American export
Toyota Motor Manufacturing France has started production of the Toyota Yaris compact car for export to the US, Canada and Puerto Rico.
2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid: Great first try
First the bad news. During a week of mixed driving, the 2013 Ford C-MAX Hybrid did not get its EPA-estimated 47 miles per gallon.