It seems like every major auto manufacturer has released a sub-compact car within the last few years; some under the their nameplate, others under a new or re-established name. BMW was one of the first with the MINI Cooper, soon to be followed by Mercedes Benz with the Smart car, and soon after by Toyota’s […]
Chevy Volt – Cold Weather Impacts Batter
It probably isn’t a surprise to most car owners that cold weather has a major impact on car batteries, especially if they live in the Midwest (or anywhere the temperature falls below zero). That being said, I was still a little surprised at the dramatic impact of not so cold weather on the Volt’s battery. […]
2014 VW Beetle – Better MPG Means a Bett
It was back in 2011 when Volkswagen finally released an updated version of the “New Beetle”. The 2012 model corrected many of the missteps of the earlier version – which after 14 years was really starting to show its age. The greenhouse windshield was removed, as was the bud vase and the plastic flower it […]