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Auto news & reviews on saftey trends, new models and auto shows - 13 WTHR Indianapolis

Hands-free texting is no safer than typing

A debate is raging about taking and making hands-free calls behind the wheel. More>>

TOP STORY

Screen test: Five frustrating infotainment in-car interfaces

So-called infotainment interfaces are becoming a center point to the in-car experience—an essential part, if you ask some vehicle shoppers. More>>

Volkswagen iBeetle integrates iPhone, gets iNamed

The new iBeetle includes an iPhone docking station. More>>

Americans are driving less, have been since 2005

There's a far more effective way of reducing pollution and dependency on oil than buying more efficient cars or going electric: Driving less. More>>

Ford Focus tops Toyota Corolla as planet's most popular vehicle

Thanks to the U.S. and Corolla-loving eastern markets, the Japanese compact is a familiar face on top-seller lists, but one market in particular has really helped Ford knock the Corolla into second place--China. More>>

Hyundai, Kia recall affects 1.7 Million vehicles with electrical problems

In the largest-ever recall affecting Korean automakers Hyundai and Kia, Hyundai is recalling more than one million vehicles for electrical problems, while its sister company, Kia, will recall some 623,000 vehicles to address the same problem. More>>

2013 Buick Encore recalled because of steering wheels that may detach

Buick has issued a recall on its Encore compact crossover because of a problem that could cause the steering wheel of some of the cars to come loose or even detach from the steering column. More>>

Ford tops General Motors, Toyota in loyalty; Hybrids gain traction

Ford Motor Company may not be as big as General Motors, Toyota, or Volkswagen, but when it comes to the loyalty of American customers, Ford has the competition beat. More>>

Louisiana tops list of most expensive states for car insurance

According to a new study from Insure.com, Louisianans pay nearly three times as much for car insurance as drivers in some states. More>>

Ford recalls 2013 Focus, C-Max, Escape for faulty child safety lock

Ford is conducting a voluntary safety recall of 5,675 2013 model year Ford Focus sedans, C-Max hybrids and Escape SUVs in the U.S. due to faulty child safety door locks. More>>

February car sales: Strong despite sequester, payroll tax

The impact of the Great Recession is still being felt in the auto industry, but the idea of recovery is now a "when," not an "if" -- and when appears to be coming soon. More>>

Vehicles under $50k that hold their value the worst

For those who don't have their own personal detailing crew—depreciation matters. More>>

The Big Fix: Six vehicles most affected by 2012 recalls

At some time, you're likely to get a notification letter in the mail, calling you back to the dealership for a fix on a safety-related issue, seemingly large or small. More>>

2014 Corvette Stingray convertible confirmed for Geneva

Chevrolet will debut the 2014 Corvette Stingray convertible on March 5, at Switzerland's Geneva Motor Show.
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Saab's new owners set goal: 120,000 vehicles a year by 2016

According to Bloomberg news, Saab's long-quiet assembly lines will return to action this summer, and the company hopes to meet some pretty lofty production goals within three years. More>>

January 2013 car sales: a super kick-off

Strong retail numbers pushed car sales higher in January, with double-digit gains scored by five of the Big Six automakers and by a host of other brands. More>>

Super Bowl MVP Joe Flacco wins 2014 Chevy Corvette Stingray

The new 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray had a starring role at Super Bowl XLVII with the game's MVP, quarterback Joe Flacco, winning one. More>>

Mercedes, Ford, Nissan join forces on hydrogen fuel cell research

The parent company of German luxury automaker Mercedes-Benz, Daimler, has announced it's formed an alliance with Ford and Nissan to help accelerate the development and eventual launch of hydrogen fuel cell technology for cars. More>>

Next Ford F-150: Advanced materials likely, hybrid powertrain possible

The new Atlas Concept that Ford Motor Co. unveiled at Detroit on January 15 revealed several interesting technologies that altogether could save fuel. More>>

2014 Cadillac ELR preview: Guilt-free luxury upstages Chevy Volt

You've likely noticed and perhaps even lusted after the stylish Cadillac CTS-V Coupe.
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2014 Chevrolet Corvette: The Stingray is back

Among iconic automotive names, few conjure up the visceral reaction of the Corvette Stingray. 
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2013 Detroit Auto Show's new cars and concepts

The North American International Auto Show, the Detroit Auto Show to most folk, is arguably the most important event on the automotive calendar in the U.S. More>>

2014 Mercedes-Benz E Class Coupe & Cabriolet preview

Mercedes-Benz has some more of the E Class range to bring us, as a sort of belated holiday gift: the 2014 E Class Coupe and Cabriolet. More>>

Avis buys Zipcar for $500 million, will make more cars available to Zipsters

Avis has announced that it will purchase high-tech car-sharing company Zipcar for around $500 million. The deal is expected to greatly increase the availability of Zipcar vehicles for customers. More>>

NHTSA probing more than 400,000 Fords for pedal problems

Following an investigation by the NHTSA into possible unintended acceleration of Ford vehicles, the agency has intensified the probe to a full engineering analysis. More>>

Bill Ford, Jr. is buyer of oldest Ford still in existence

Last October the world's oldest known Ford in existence, a 1903 Model A, sold at auction for the relative bargain price of price of $264,000. More>>

Teen drivers text much more than parents think

A new study shows that teen drivers do a lot more texting behind the wheel than their parents think they do. More>>

2013 Volkswagen Beetle TDI Convertible: Review and test drive results

The new Beetle Convertible TDI may be the most "Beetle-y" Beetle offered. Priced from $27,895, it's not exactly inexpensive, but it's in range of its nearest competitive set. More>>

2013 SRT Viper: Review and test drive results

The 2013 SRT Viper is almost completely different from the old Dodge Viper, and yet it's almost exactly the same. More>>

The best comic book cars

These four-wheeled comic contraptions are the perfect rides for anyone with a fondness fro masked crime fighting, or zombie killing. More>>

EPA red-flags Hyundai Elantra, Kia Sorento, 11 others for gas mileage ratings

The EPA has revealed that Hyundai and Kia misstated fuel economy stats on 13 models from the 2011-2013 model years, including on best-sellers  Hyundai Elantra and Kia Sorento. More>>

Chevrolet Camaro Hot Wheels Edition can be yours

We've seen plenty of life-size Hot Wheels cars in the past, including a previous Camaro, but none of these have ever been offered for sale. That is until now. More>>

2012 Los Angeles Auto Show preview

Auto-show season resumes anew after Thanksgiving with the press days at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show. More>>

Romney slams Tesla, Fisker again in final presidential debate

The CEOs of Tesla and Fisker may have thought they were home free -- but it was not to be. More>>

Small cars haven't been this big for nearly 20 years

Small cars are on track to reach a market share not seen since Bill Clinton's first inauguration. More>>

2013 green car buyers guide: Hybrids, diesels and plug-ins

With gas prices high and new fuel-economy standards in effect, automakers are rolling out new green cars of every type. Here are the ones you should be looking at. More>>

James Bond at 50: The 10 best Bond cars

Over his fifty years, James Bond has driven everything from a heavily armed Aston Martin DB5 to a Lotus Esprit that doubles as a submarine. More>>

2013 buyer's guide for luxury and performance cars

Almost every year the car industry brings forth new and impressive feats of engineering, packaging and value. This year has been no different More>>

The most important new cars for 2013

Here are ten 2013 model year vehicles that are especially important, for the market, for innovation and for looking to the future. More>>

8 best cars for teen drivers

Buying a car for your teen to drive to and from high school takes some thought. You might pick something sporty for yourself -- but you want something different for your kids. More>>

Renault blesses Pope Benedict with a new electric Popemobile

The current head of the Catholic church, Pope Benedict XVI, is rather fond of electric cars. More>>

Selling your ride? Used cars to remain valuable through 2014

If you have plans to sell your current ride anytime soon, there is some good news and some great news. More>>

Is the inside of your car making you sick?

Germs run rampant all around us, including in our automobiles. Fortunately, there's much you can do to keep those pesky little microbes in check. More>>

Where do America's best (and worst) drivers live?

Allstate says that Americans tend to be involved in a collision once every 10 years. Not surprisingly, the cities that were deemed the safest tended to be smaller ones. More>>

Most-stolen car in the U.S.? 1994 Honda Accord... again

According to the NICB, the 1994 Honda Accord once again tops the most-stolen car list, making this the car's fourth consecutive appearance as the car thieves most love to steal. More>>

2014 Tesla Model X vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4 EV: Electric SUV showdown

The 2012 Toyota RAV4 EV has been compared to a Tesla for half the price, so how does Toyota's all-electric compact SUV compare to the Model X? More>>

Convert your car to a plug-in hybrid? All you need is $3,000

Not everyone can afford a new hybrid, plug-in hybrid or electric car, but those who still wish to drive such a vehicle can still take the conversion route. More>>

Few follow car safety guidelines for kids

Many American children are not meeting recommended car passenger safety guidelines for their age group, a new study finds. More>>

Fancy a 9-speed gearbox for better gas mileage? Chrysler does

Chrysler is developing a nine-speed automatic transmission as part of a way of creeping towards the 54.5mpg 2025 Corporate Average Fuel Economy targets. More>>

The 9 things that affect your car's resale value

Most of the things that bring down resale value happen over time, but some factors can be determined before you even leave the showroom. More>>

Study proves that those who drive fast really do die young

A study from the data-crunchers at LexisNexis says has revealed an accurate way to learn someone's fate: just look deep into his driving record. More>>

Is 'Made In America' more important than 'Made By U.S. Company'?

When you're looking for a new ride, which is more important: the company that makes the car or the country where it's made? More>>

5 car problems you shouldn't fix yourself

Do you have trouble assembling IKEA furniture? If so, you should probably leave your car repair to a qualified pro More>>

So how many 2012 Model S electric cars can Tesla really sell?

The 2012 Tesla Model S electric car has launched, short drive reviews are coming in, and new owners are taking delivery every day. So what's next for Tesla? More>>

Motorcycle helmet laws save lives and dollars

More lives are saved in states with universal helmet laws for motorcyclists and their passengers than in states with partial laws, a new U.S. report confirms. More>>

2013 buyer's guide to family SUVs and crossovers

For 2013, there are a number of redesigned vehicles to consider, ranging from compact family SUVs and crossovers all the way to full-size family-friendly haulers. More>>

Honda Fit EV has highest EPA efficiency rating of any car

The 2013 Honda Fit EV has earned the highest EPA efficiency rating granted to any vehicle offered in the U.S.: 118 miles-per-gallon-equivalent. More>>

Graduated driver licenses can save teen lives, says IIHS

While fatal crash rates of teen drivers have plunged in recent years, states can significantly reduce teen fatalities rates by strengthening existing graduated driver licensing laws. More>>

9 facts you should know about car leases

If you are wondering which route to take, here are some important considerations in leasing a vehicle. More>>

Electric cars bring gas down to $1 per gallon and can save you $1,200 a year

New studies show that plugging in your electric car to recharge it is the equivalent of paying a dollar a gallon for gasoline -- forever. More>>

2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco, 2012 Hyundai Azera earn top safety ratings

The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco, and the 2012 Hyundai Azera have earned top crash-test ratings across the board from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. More>>

Electric car buying guide: Everything you need to know before you buy

Electric vehicles can be intimidating for first time buyers. To help, here is a handy Electric car buying guide to help you along the way. More>>

Is it a boat or a plane? The Flying Hovercraft is both!

Hovercrafts that float slightly above surface are so last year. The Flying Hovercraft takes things to new heights. More>>

2012's best small cars for less than $20,000

New entries like the Focus, Elantra, and Cruze are changing the makeup of America's new-car fleet. Here are the best small cars with a base price of less than $20,000. More>>

That long commute may be harming your health

Now there's another reason to hate your commute. More>>

545-hp Nissan Juke-R supercar entering production

Nissan has announced that its insane Juke-R super-crossover will be built, but in a very limited run and on a build-to-order basis. More>>

The most luxurious Jaguar ever is the new XJ Ultimate Edition

Jaguar has launched a new ultra-luxurious version of its XJ flagship sedan at the 2012 Beijing Auto Show. More>>

11 months, 36,000 miles in a Nissan Leaf electric car? No problem.

In the minds of many consumers, electric cars like the Leaf are over-priced, second-cars that are only capable of short trips around town. They're wrong. More>>

Review: 2013 Volkswagen Beetle TDI

Diesel costs aside, you'd likely pick VW's TDI version of the latest Beetle over the base car... and probably over the Beetle Turbo too. More>>

Slideshow: Flying cars, giant hamsters and new cars make the New York Auto Show fun again

With flying cars, floating cars and giant Hot Wheels models added to the debuts and concept vehicles signs abounded that the auto industry is getting its swag back. More>>

2013 SRT Viper debuts at New York Auto Show

The 2013 SRT Viper debuted at the New York Auto Show looking as deadly and sexy as any femme fatale in a curve-hugging red dress ever did. More>>

Flying car lands at New York Auto Show, complete with hefty price tag

The production prototype of the Transition flying car took its first test flight recently, bringing closer to reality the possibility of flying home from work and parking in the garage. More>>

Review: 2013 Ford Taurus

The Taurus was once the epitome of the All-American sedan. But the current version has never been anything but a niche car, and it may be destined to stay that way. More>>

Bentley boggles with Geneva show concept SUV

Extravagance and opulence and... mud plugging? That's the message telegraphed by the Bentley EXP 9 F concept vehicle introduced at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. More>>

Ford to preview its Tourneo Custom Concept van in Geneva

Here in the U.S., vans aren't typically a big deal, and haven't been since, oh, the A-Team. That's a shame, because some are pretty cool. More>>

In the future, electromagnetic roads may charge your cars while you drive

Stanford University researchers have created a wireless way to charge your electric vehicles as you drive so EVs will never run out of juice halfway through a road trip. More>>

Why do buyers avoid Prius, electric cars? It's styling and price

According to a study published by J.D. Power and Associates, many car-buyers avoid green cars because they're too small, look strange, or cost too much. More>>

Dealers warn fuel rules will boost car costs by $5,000

Dealers warn that the new CAFE regulations could boost the cost of new cars by as much as $5,000. Here is a breakdown of what to expect down the road. More>>

2013 Ford Fusion: Full details from Detroit Auto Show

With a sleeker design, a choice of four-cylinder engines, plus hybrid and plug-in hybrid models, the 2013 Fusion is Ford's first mid-size sedan design sold around the world since 2000. More>>

2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo at the Detroit Auto Show

Rumors have been swirling about a turbocharged Veloster, and now it's confirmed. The 2013 Veloster Turbo will join the lineup, packing a new 201-horsepower engine. More>>

The top car news stories of 2011

From the earthquake and tsunami in Japan, to Saab's saga ending sadly, it's been a difficult year for the auto industry. Still, there are signs of hope foe 2012. More>>

2013 Chevrolet Spark: Details & photos from LA

It's the smallest car ever sold as a Chevrolet. It's already a huge hit in India (where it's fitted with a tiny 0.9-liter three-cylinder turbodiesel). And now it's coming to the U.S. More>>

2013 Ford Mustang revealed: 2011 LA Auto Show

Ford is rolling out a revamped version of its iconic muscle car, which debuted at the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show before going on sale next spring as a 2013 model. More>>

2013 Ford Flex: 2011 LA Auto Show preview

The 2013 Ford Flex will be seen in public for the first time in L.A., but the first photos are out -- and if you thought the Flex couldn't get any more edgy, you would be wrong. More>>

How to choose the right mechanic

The do's and don'ts everyone should know when searching for a new mechanic. More>>

Winter road rules

Winter driving is inconvenient and can be supremely hazardous, but a little bit of preparation and a big pinch of patience can make winter driving a reasonably painless experience. More>>

How to avoid winter driving mishaps

While winter can be dangerous for those behind the wheel, drivers can avoid accidents by following some basic rules of the road when it comes to driving in the winter elements. More>>

GM's Mark Reuss talks about 2012 Camaro ZL1 on the 'Ring, future lineup

Mark Reuss' enthusiasm for automobiles, motorsports and GM is evident by his demeanor and excitement for the future, which includes the new Chevrolet's Camaro ZL1. More>>

Cold weather and oil may not mix

While many people know that choosing an oil with the proper viscosity is critical, they might not know that winter puts added strain on other parts of their car's lubrication system. More>>

100 years of Chevrolet

In 1911, if you asked Billy Durant if Chevrolet Motor Company would sell 180 million vehicles by 2011, he probably would have said, "Damn right it will." More>>

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