The Wall Street Journal Cars Curvaceous, spacious and (kind of) fast, the GranTurismo Convertible has an otherworldly allure, says Dan Neil—if you can get past some of the brand's Hollywood-tacky associations.
This year, the normal hassles of dodging construction delays have been exacerbated by some 12,000 or more highway projects funded by the federal stimulus program.
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The all-electric Nissan Leaf sedan is a homely -- but thrilling -- commuting appliance, Dan Neil writes.
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What's the best way to keep drivers safe? A report from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety suggests the U.S. Transportation Department and Congress aren't in tune with the real issues.
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Dodge rolls out a new Charger police car to help snap up more market share as rival Ford phases out the Crown Victoria, a longtime favorite among police officers.
Lenders are more willing to extend new car loans to buyers with subpar credit scores, according to Experian Automotive, in a sign that could bode well for auto makers' sales.
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For much of the year, the world's largest collection of James Bond cars sits idle one hour south of Chicago. Doug Redenius hopes to change that.
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The new E550 Cabriolet offers an ingenious wind-deflector system; toupee wearers, take comfort.
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In a market dominated by eight-cylinder engines, Ford is introducing V-6 versions of its wildly popular F-150 trucks. Will customers bite?
Hybrid car registrations in the San Jose-San Francisco-Oakland area have steadily declined since peaking in 2007
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The Cayenne S Hybrid makes a strong case for melding high performance and high mileage, Dan Neil says. Up next, a plug-in supercar?
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The Chevrolet Cruze compact has plenty of advantages over its peers, but the competitive clock is ticking fast, says Dan Neil.
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The I-MiEV, set to arrive in fall 2011, promises great storage space and a greener driving experience—if you can handle the "range anxiety."
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Toyota is voluntarily recalling 373,000 Avalon sedans to fix a steering problem.
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Dan Neil says the nimble Porsche roadster saves weight but adds frustration with a complicated new ragtop—and air conditioning is extra.
Woodies: Are They Making A Comeback? (Slideshow)Woody wagons of the 1970s seem to be making a comeback, both in advertising and in modern interpretation. Numerous new cars are turning up with fake-wood trim.
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Electric-car fever is rising again. But to appreciate the obstacles standing in the way, you don't need to talk to skeptics. Instead, you can listen to the people who believe in electric vehicles, and are investing in those beliefs.
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The U.S. Treasury is concerned about the political fallout of allowing overseas investors to buy big stakes in General Motors through the car maker's initial public offering this fall.
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The three auto makers on Thursday posted moderate August sales gains in China, a day after a research institute said the country's car sales accelerated sharply due to government incentives for fuel-efficient cars.
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Columnist Jonathan Welsh answers readers' questions about a noisy transmission, fuel consumption, and whether or not rust-proofing is necessary.
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Columnist Jonathan Welsh answers readers' questions about Kelley Blue Book values, pickup trucks and buying an exotic sports car.
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Columnist Jonathan Welsh answers readers' questions about extending tire life, when to change transmission fluid, and more.
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Columnist Jonathan Welsh answers readers' questions about contacting a manufacturer for reimbursement after a recall, and more.
| Loan Types | Rate | Last Week | Chart |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 month new car loan | 6.08% | see chart | |
| 48 month new car loan | 6.16% | see chart | |
| 60 month new car loan | 6.21% | down ↓ | see chart |
| 36 month used car loan | 6.48% | up ↑ | see chart |
| 48 month used car loan | 6.28% | down ↓ | see chart |
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