2018 Audi A5: Refines entry level luxury coupe by James Raia The Audi A5 joined the German carmaker’s lineup in 1997, replacing the Audi 80. But for 2018, the Audi A5 is a new generation. And its design and features further designate the car’s position in the entry-level luxury coupe segment as an oxymoron. Equipped … Read more
The Weekly Driver Podcast, Episode 7, 1959 Volkswagen Bug by Weekly Driver News Service Every family has a car story. Bruce Aldrich, the co-host of The Weekly Driver Podcast, inherited a 1959 Volkswagen Bug his father who bought it new. Bruce has more than a 50-year history with the car. He’s the guest in this … Read more
The Weekly Driver Podcast, Episode 6, 1959 Volkswagen Bug by Weekly Driver News Service Every family has a car story. Bruce Aldrich, the co-host of The Weekly Driver Podcast, inherited a 1959 Volkswagen Bug his father who bought it new. Bruce has more than a 50-year history with the car. He’s the guest in this … Read more
2017 Fiat 500c Abarth: fun but flawed subcompact by James Raia Six years after Fiat returned to the United States, the Italian carmaker continues to struggle in the subcompact market. It’s a tough go with competition that includes perennial favorites like the Ford Fiesta and Volkswagen Beetle. For 2017, Fiat has streamlined its efforts. Novelty … Read more
Will Tesla be the first to offer affordable autonomous cars? by Sponsored Content What company will be the first to make autonomous cars readily available in the United States? Will it be Tesla, Google or the Apple self-driving car? Or might it China and its manufacturers’ efforts? It’s hard to know what to expect or … Read more
Electric cars are the future, but will they ever rule the road? by Sponsored Content SPONSORED CONTENT Electric cars are the automotive future when it comes to personal transportation. How quickly, however, will your current vehicle be obsolete? Will an electric car be the first vehicle your children or grandchildren drive? Carscoops reported in 2015 … Read more
The Weekly Driver Podcast, Episode 6, Fantasy Cars We Want by Weekly Driver News Service If you could buy any car, what would you choose? A Ferrari? Aston Martin? Bugatti? Rolls-Royce? Lamborghini? Or how about something more elegant — and powerful — like a Bentley Mulsanne? Bruce Aldrich and James Raia, co-hosts of the Weekly … Read more
Two 2018 JL Jeep Wrangler models set for giveaway by Weekly Driver News Service Brian Deegan, a 16-time X Games Freestyle Motocross medalist, and Barricade Off Road, a leading manufacturer for off-road Wrangler parts, have joined for the biggest-ever Jeep Wrangler giveaway. Brian and his daughter Hailie have announced they’re giving away two 2018 JL … Read more
2017 Volkswagen Beetle: Spry, sporty, vital at age 72 by James Raia Picking the most recognizable vehicle on the road is endlessly fun. The engine growl of a Maserati heard from another zip code? The near-silent elegance and design of a Tesla? The off-the-hook, testosterone-loaded design of a Hummer? They’re all unique, worthy selections. But … Read more
The Weekly Driver Podcast #5: Best Cars Under ,000 by Weekly Driver News Service Perhaps the most competitive price point in the car industry is the available of quality cars — sedans, sports cars, sport utility vehicles and crossovers — for less than $ 25,000. It’s particularly impressive since the average price of a new … Read more