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128,000 Ford Fusions and Mercury Milans Recalled over Wheel Stud Issue

Published on December 15, 2011 in Recalls. 0 Comments Tags: 2010, 2011, brake, disc, Ford, Fusion, hub, lug, Mercury, Milan, NHTSA, nut, recall, stud, wheel.

2010 Mercury Milan

Last week, the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced that Ford is recalling over 128,000 Ford Fusions and its sister car, the Mercury Milan, because of a problem with the wheel studs. The recall only effects Fusions and Milans with steel wheels, not alloy ones. Wheel studs are threaded bolts by which a vehicle’s wheels are attached. They run through the brake hub, and if enough of them break, the wheel could literally fall off of the car. Continue reading for more details and the NHTSA’s press release.

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LA Auto Show 2011: 2013 Ford Mustang

Published on December 1, 2011 in Hot Car - Upcoming. 0 Comments Tags: 2010, 2011, 2012, 5.0, 50, 500, Apps, Camaro, Chevrolet, Chevy, Ford, GM, GT, GT500, LCD, Mustang, Shelby, SYNC, Track, V6, V8.

So, I’ve already shown pictures and gone through the big changes for the 2013 Ford Shelby GT500, and now it’s time to delve into its more mass-market brother, the Mustang (and Mustang GT). With a refresh in 2010 and new engines for the 2011 model year, the Mustang isn’t due for another big redesign until 2015. Until then, a few minor modifications will have to suffice. Read on for pictures and details, as well as Ford’s press release.

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Review: 2011 GMC Sierra SLE

Published on November 17, 2011 in Reviews. 0 Comments Tags: 1500, 2011, 2012, 4wd, 4x4, Chevrolet, Dodge, F-150, F150, Ford, general, GMC, luxotruck, motors, Ram, review, sierra, Silverado, SLE.

We may be nearing the end of the model year, but there’s still time to pick up a 2011 model-year vehicle. With that in mind, I recently got my hands on a 2011 GMC Sierra, and with very few changes expected for the 2012 model year, it’s safe to say that my mostly positive experience will be carried into next year as well. With that in mind, read on for my review of GM’s “Professional Grade” half-ton pickup.

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Test Drive: 2011 Ford Explorer Limited 4WD

Published on September 8, 2011 in Test Drive. 0 Comments Tags: 2010, 2011, 4wd, activate, activated, activation, AWD, cooled, drive, Explorer, Ford, heated, leather, limited, management, Maxima, MyFord, Nissan, seats, SV, SYNC, Terrain, test, Touch, voice.

For 2011, Ford released its first full redesign of its storied Explorer since the 2002 update. It’s no longer truck-based, instead owing parts of its underpinnings to Volvo, Ford and Lincoln vehicles. Yet, it rides up high, has 3 rows of seating, a “terrain management” knob for all 4 of its driven wheels, which puts it in the CUV/SUV category. Read on for my driving impressions of Ford’s new Explorer.

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Test Drive: 2011 Infiniti FX 35 AWD

Published on August 2, 2011 in Test Drive. 0 Comments Tags: 2011, 35, 7, 7Series, all, AWD, BMW, drive, FX, Infiniti, preview, quick, review, Series, spin, test, V6, wheel.

There are lots of entrants in the ever-popular luxury crossover/SUV arena. Infiniti jumped in several years ago with their first generation FX series. Built on the same platform as the G37 coupe and sedan, as well as the smaller EX35 crossover, the FX35′s second iteration retains its sporty demeanor and love-it-or-hate-it styling. Read on for my impressions during my test drive.

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February 2011 Sales and Analysis

Published on March 11, 2011 in Industry Update. 0 Comments Tags: 2010, 2011, Accord, Altima, Audi, Benz, BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Camry, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, February, figures, Ford, Fusion, GM, Honda, Jaguar, January, MB, Mercedes, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Porsche, Ram, Saab, Sales, Sonata, Suzuki, Toyota.

February was a great month for new-car sales, with the total volume up 21.28% over January, and almost 27% over February of 2010. Those are the overall numbers, but the general trend for February was that American car companies had a good time, while most of their overseas competitors struggled. Click past the jump for my analysis and graphs.

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