In the performance-car world, a big V-8 and rear-wheel drive go a long way toward activating our salivary glands. Anyone can do that for more than $50,000. There's one car that delivers thundering power and amazing rear-drive handling, and slips it in under the $40,000 wire. It's a car that...Read More»
Chevrolet and Hot Wheels have partnered to bring lovers of both brands the 2018 Camaro Hot Wheels Edition, effectively a life-size version of a beloved toy car. The 2018 Camaro Hot Wheels Edition features numerous cues inspired by Hot Wheels itself. Notably, Chevrolet chose to finish the car in...Read More»
Performance is a trait we rate on every vehicle here at The Car Connection, but some vehicles do it better than others. Far, far better. We've given out our share of 10s this year for high-dollar, hyper-performance machinery that cranks out 0-60 mph times of less than 3 seconds, and top speeds in...Read More»
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) took America's three iconic performance coupes and, instead of hustling them down a curvy road or heading to the drag strip, the crash testing agency smashed them into a wall. The findings may surprise you. CHECK OUT: Ford Mustang Vs. Chevrolet...Read More»
The latest Chevy Camaro isn’t a pure muscle car any more. It’s a great sports car with massive V-8 power—and that’s why we named it Motor Authority’s Best Car To Buy 2016. But the Camaro isn’t done yet. This year it’s getting its first serious performance...Read More»
Android Auto first began making headlines in early 2014. Since then, fans of Google's mobile operating system have been patiently waiting for the software to roll out to cars. The bad news is, the wait isn't over for most folks. Chevrolet will be one of the first mass-market auto brands to offer...Read More»
General Motors [NYSE: GM] has officially previewed its 2016 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible; and while it’s hardly surprising how this drop-top pony car looks, GM has detailed a series of features and structural upgrades that should make it a big step forward in refinement and general driving...Read More»
For much of the spring, it seemed as if General Motors issued a new round of recalls every other day, but the automaker has been largely quiet on that front for over three weeks. Could the recall party be coming to an end? Based on a new press release from GM, the answer is probably "no". ALSO SEE...Read More»
General Motors is adding four more recalls to its already-long list of scheduled fixes. All four are for very different reasons, and most involve recent models, including the current-generation Chevrolet Camaro, which suffers from a problem similar to the one affecting "Switchgate" vehicles. CHECK...Read More»
GM has found a problem with its supercharged 6.2 liter V-8s, ones fitted into the Chevy Camaro and Cadillac CTS-V. On affected vehicles, the supercharger may not perform as designed, resulting in contamination of the unit's internal bearing shaft grease. When the problem is present, a rattle can be...Read More»
It's December, and by now, nearly every automaker has rolled out its 2014 models, giving new-car shoppers lots to look at. And right on cue, Consumer Reports has just named its best and worst new-car picks. To determine where models fall in the rankings, Consumer Reports compiles data on each car...Read More»
General Motors has issued a recall for 2013 and 2014 models of the Chevrolet Camaro -- specifically, the Camaro Coupe. The recall affects 18,941 vehicles manufactured between June 9, 2013 and September 6, 2013. If you own one of those vehicles, though, there's no reason to panic. Unlike other...Read More»
A lifetime ago, in June of 2012, Apple announced something of real interest for tech fans: "Eyes Free", which brought the Siri digital assistant to automobiles via a special button on steering wheels. Eyes Free has been slowly rolling out to vehicles from a wide range of automakers. In February, it...Read More»
Muscle car fans have a love affair with the Chevy Camaro for decades--it's been around almost as long as the Ford Mustang. Today Camaro buyers have quite a few choices, from the fuel-efficient V-6, to the V-8 SS and the sharp- handling 1LE, all the way up to the beastly ZL1. In this video road test...Read More»
Today at The Car Connection, Fisker Karmas caught fire after being submerged in salt water and Hyundai announced the Veloster RE:MIX model. Consumer Reports slammed Ford and we drove the new 2013 Toyota Avalon. All this and more in today's car news, right here on The Car Connection. A new report...Read More»
Today at The Car Connection, Jay Leno drove the 2012 Tesla Model S and Chevrolet announced the Camaro Hot Wheels Edition. We determine whether the BMW X1 is a hatchback or SUV in our video road test, and Nissan showed off new wireless parking and charging technology. All this and more in today's...Read More»
If you're in the market for a new vehicle -- particularly one from Buick, Chevrolet, or GMC -- Costco has a deal for you. From now until January 2, 2013, Costco members can receive GM Preferred Pricing on the following models: Buick: Enclave, LaCrosse, Verano Chevrolet: Camaro (except ZL1 models)...Read More»
Today at High Gear Media we review the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro and drive the new 2012 Buick Verano. Saab's life lines are running out and Toyota launches a new FT-86 app. All this and more in today's car news, right here on The Car Connection. We review the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro and love its...Read More»
General Motors has announced that Bob Lutz, former Vice Chairman, will return to GM as a consultant. Lutz will be available to executives and senior leadership on a part-time basis, effective immediately. Lutz has a lengthy history in the automotive industry, including time at GM (from 1963 through...Read More»
