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2012 Detroit Auto Show: 2013 Dodge Dart

By Chris Haak What's in a name? A name can be powerful, both in good ways and bad. There are some names that no automaker would dare use again. Can you imagine a press conference...

2011 Ford Fiesta Deliverys Delayed Due to Weather

By Chris Haak Production of the all-new Ford Fiesta subcompact  in the company's plant in Cuautitlan, Mexico (near Mexico City) is ramping up, and many eager buyers are waiting...

First Drive: 2011 Ford Fiesta 5MT

By Chris Haak I've long been a fan of Honda's subcompact Fit, which offers excellent fuel economy, a surprisingly flexible and spacious interior (at least given its footprint),...

2008 Mini Cooper Clubman Review

By Chris Haak 09.19.2008 Would you pay $30,000 for an economy car?  How about $30,000 for a small car that happens to be economical?  The 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman that I've...