http://www.thecarconnection.com/ Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:39:00 +0000 http://static.hgmsites.net/site-icons/site-logo_40070_s.jpg http://www.thecarconnection.com/ en http://www.thecarconnection.com/rss http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1072552_jeep-compass-and-patriot-replacement-delayed-until-2014 http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1072552_jeep-compass-and-patriot-replacement-delayed-until-2014 According to Automotive News Europe, the SUV planned to replace both the Jeep Compass and Patriot, has been delayed until 2014. Originally intended to go into production in 2013, the code-named B-SUV has been delayed so that Fiat can expedite engineering on its European products, like the Sedici compact. The delay also means a one-billion-Euro...]]> Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:39:00 +0000 http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1072545_2013-volkswagen-beetle-tdi-2013-bmw-7-series-honda-recall-car-news-headlines http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1072545_2013-volkswagen-beetle-tdi-2013-bmw-7-series-honda-recall-car-news-headlines Today at High Gear Media, Chevy helps you figure out how much you'll save by owning a 2012 Volt while Acura wants to know what you'd swap for a new NSX. Ferrari shows off its new 2012 Formula 1 race car, and we spy the refreshed BMW 7-Series. All this and more in today's car news, right here on The Car Connection. Lexus introduced its new "Points...]]> Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:24:00 +0000 http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1072520_subaru-says-skip-the-super-bowl-take-rover-for-a-romp http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1072520_subaru-says-skip-the-super-bowl-take-rover-for-a-romp This Sunday, millions of folks around the world will huddle around the warm glow of their TVs to watch the biggest game of the year (or at least the commercials). But Subaru is encouraging dog owners to take a break from the Super Bowl shenanigans and walk their pooches to the park. It's all part of Subaru's third annual "Dog Tested, Dog Approved"...]]> Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:00:00 +0000 http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/infiniti_qx56_2012 http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/infiniti_qx56_2012 The Basics: Maybe it's a narrow demographic, but the 2012 Infiniti QX56 has it nailed. It's for buyers who need seats for eight and can tell high-spec off-road hardware at a glance--but can also appreciate the fine turn of a Nakashima table. The QX56 is Infiniti's big SUV, but it's not the same vehicle as the one that used to be built in...]]> Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:00:00 +0000 http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1072526_honda-recalls-2012-accord-2012-crosstour-2011-2012-ridgeline http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1072526_honda-recalls-2012-accord-2012-crosstour-2011-2012-ridgeline Honda has issued two recalls today -- one for the 2012 Accord and 2012 Crosstour, and another for the 2011-2012 Ridgeline. The 2012 Accord and Crosstour recall is the most worrisome of the two. According to a bulletin from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Accords and Crosstours from the 2012 model year may have been built with a...]]> Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:00:00 +0000 http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/jaguar_xj_2012 http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/jaguar_xj_2012 The Basics: Jaguar's come a long way from its baroque recent past. Starting with the 2007 XJ and proceeding with the 2009 XF, its cars transformed from museum pieces into striking works of art. The big XJ sedan underwent the change in life in 2011, and this year it's back in all its glory. The formerly frumpy XJ is now all about chic, and it's...]]> Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:00:00 +0000 http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/hyundai_equus_2012 http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/hyundai_equus_2012 The Basics: Hyundai's Equus sedan is in its second year of irritating the likes of Lexus and Infiniti. A luxury sedan with all the credibility of an LS 460 or an M37, the Equus can also go toe to toe with the large luxury sedans from Germany in features and finishes--while undercutting them by thousands on its pricetag. The Equus may not deliver...]]> Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:07:00 +0000 http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/bmw_1-series_2012 http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/bmw_1-series_2012 The Basics: BMW's smallest offering in the U.S., the 1-Series, carries forward into 2012 with a few tech upgrades but otherwise unchanged fundamentals, including its pair of engines and trims. That's not a bad thing, however, as the 1-Series continues to be one of the most impressive entry-level luxury sports cars on the road. Technically, there...]]> Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:00:00 +0000 http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1072510_mini-convertible-highgate-edition-brit-cool-for-sale http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1072510_mini-convertible-highgate-edition-brit-cool-for-sale MINI is well-known for its highly customizable cars, with everything from exterior color, decals, and trim to interior materials, details, and style on the table. The latest special edition leverages this flexibility to deliver the MINI Convertible Highgate. The company calls it "open-top driving fun with sophisticated individuality and an...]]> Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/bmw_3-series_2012 http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/bmw_3-series_2012 The Basics: The BMW 3-Series has an unparalleled reputation as the dynamic benchmark among sport sedans. Yet with increasing pressure from the market not only to bring more connectivity, technology, and style into cabins, but also to increase gas mileage, is it possible to maintain the 3’s poise while also meeting luxury-shopper...]]> Thu, 02 Feb 2012 22:58:00 +0000 http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1072506_2013-vw-beetle-goes-diesel-convertible-due-in-new-york http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1072506_2013-vw-beetle-goes-diesel-convertible-due-in-new-york With less than a week until the 2012 Chicago Auto Show, automakers are already starting to announce new models. Such is the case with Volkswagen as it has announced the 2013 Beetle TDI, which will make its formal debut next week in the Windy City. The TDI will be the most fuel-efficient Beetle of the 21st century, with a promised EPA rating of 29...]]> Thu, 02 Feb 2012 22:00:00 +0000 http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1072489_lexus-introduces-points-of-no-return-facebook-app http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1072489_lexus-introduces-points-of-no-return-facebook-app Lexus has just announced a new Facebook application it calls, Points Of No Return. This is the first time an automaker has created a Facebook Timeline inspired application, beating other automotive social media leaderssuch as Ford, Audi, and General Motors. Similar in appearance to Facebook's new Timeline profile layout, the app shows events that...]]> Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:40:00 +0000 http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1072488_2012-nissan-rogue-driven-super-bowl-ads-january-car-sales-todays-car-news http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1072488_2012-nissan-rogue-driven-super-bowl-ads-january-car-sales-todays-car-news Today at High Gear Media, Nissan invites its fans to a unique opportunity, and Audi has priced the 2012 R8 GT Spyder. We discuss January new-car sales and Toyota is going to give away two 2012 Camrys. All this and more in today's car news, right here on The Car Connection. Fiat revealed the 2013 500L ahead of its debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor...]]> Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:07:00 +0000 http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1072435_super-bowl-xlvi-play-by-play-which-ads-run-when-with-video http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1072435_super-bowl-xlvi-play-by-play-which-ads-run-when-with-video If you're a football fan, it's easy to keep track of this Sunday's Super Bowl match-up. After all, at 6:30pm Eastern, you have a pretty good idea which teams you'll be watching, right? But do you know what commercials will run and when they'll appear? We thought not. That's why we've put together a quick and easy ad schedule for the big game...]]> Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:00:00 +0000 http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/bmw_z4-series_2012 http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/bmw_z4-series_2012 The Basics: The current-generation BMW Z4 was introduced in 2009, but the 2012 model year sees some significant under-hood updates. The styling, however, is as conservative as ever, echoing the 6-Series lines somewhat, but upon closer inspection revealing a more sporting, purposeful demeanor.A long, low hood, short rear deck, and ground-hugging...]]> Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:00:00 +0000