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The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic has only been on the road since the end of last year, but already it's making a huge splash in the small car segment, racking up award after award and dominating one top ten list after another.  It's no wonder.  This subcompact covers all the bases, with an extremely fuel efficient 40 MPG, sporty 138 horsepower, class-leading 10 airbags, stylish options, and low price tag.  Here's an overview...

What's New on the Redesigned 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe

The 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is due to arrive at Rogers Hyundai any day, and as the anticipation builds for its arrival, so does our enthusiasm for the new features and options of this redesigned SUV.  Already a very popular vehicle since its introduction in 2001, the third generation Santa Fe offers some exciting changes and improvements.

Starting with styling, the new Santa Fe offers a choice of both a 5-passenger (Santa Fe Sport) and...

General Motors announced this week that it's developing a new technology to help drivers detect pedestrians and bicyclists, with hopes of incorporating this feature into the infotainment systems of future Chevrolet, Buick and GMC vehicles.

The technology relies on Wi-Fi Direct, a peer-to-peer wireless communication system that lets devices connect directly with each other rather than through a shared access point like a cell phone tower.  This makes the transfer of data much quicker…

Great news for Hyundai owners or anyone interested in becoming one:  Hyundai just launched the all-new MyHyundai.com owner portal!  The redesigned site provides a wealth of information for both current and prospective Hyundai owners and is sure to be a game-changer in both owning and shopping for a vehicle.

Features for current Hyundai owners: ...

First Look at the 2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo

The Hyundai Veloster made a big splash with its 2012 model year debut.  This compact three-door coupe was an instant success due to its unique body style, impressive fuel economy, and overall "fun factor." Rolling off that momentum, Hyundai is launching the 2013 Veloster Turbo, the sporty twin with aggressive styling and sport tuned suspension.

The 2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo packs a big punch under the hood, with 201 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque...

If you wish your car was as intelligent as your smartphone, you won't have to wait much longer.  General Motors confirmed last week that they plan to integrate Siri, the voice control technology used on Apple's iPhone, into connectivity systems of upcoming vehicles.

By simply plugging an iPhone into a USB cable in the car, this feature will allow vehicles compatible with the Siri service to make calls, dictate text messages, look up directions, ...

Top 5 Ways to Prepare Your Car for Summer

Summertime means roads trips and carefree vacations, but it can also mean harsh driving conditions for your car.  Just as essential as preparing your car for the nasty elements of winter is getting it ready for the extremes that come along with the summer season.  Taking a few simple precautions can keep your vehicle running and looking great, no matter what time of year.

1. Check the Battery:  You might be worried about your car...

Survey Reports on Distracted Driving Among Teens

Despite laws banning cell phones while driving and increased awareness of the dangers of doing so, it's a common fact that cell phone use while driving is still a widespread occurrence.  Perhaps most discouraging to the issue is that much of this distracted driving occurs amongst young drivers, which is not only a safety concern, but also might indicate that the problem could be deeply rooted for future generations.

A recent national survey by…

Hyundai Adds 877 New Jobs at Alabama Plant

After a troubled period of bankruptcies and government bailouts within the past few years, the automobile industry is finally on the upswing.  There's no better example and ringleader than Hyundai, who's been surging through a recession with record sales figures and growth. 

The latest news for this booming Korean automaker is that it's adding a third shift of production at its Montgomery, Alabama facility, creating 877 new jobs and raising employment to…

Top 10 Cities for Traffic Tickets

In a given day, American law enforcement will issue an estimated 100,000 tickets for traffic violations.  This translates into upwards of $6 billion in fines annually!  In a recent geographical analysis, it was discovered that 10 metropolitan areas were responsible for a large majority of these tickets.  Whether it's the rapidly fluctuating speed zones of Austin, the free-for-all highways of Los Angeles, or the chaotic traffic of New York, exercising caution when driving...