Boston Globe Top Drives for 2012
Of the more than 100 cars and trucks we test each year, only 10 become our Top Drives, like the new Kia Optima, above. (By Clifford Atiyeh and Bill Griffith, Boston Globe)
New car reviews from
The Boston Globe
We try the new Toyota Camry, plus other 2012 models from all price ranges and model segments.
Stirring a Corvair Concours in Sturbridge
The Corvair Society of America is hosting its 42nd annual convention in Sturbridge this July. (By Bill Griffith, Boston Globe)
JOHN PAUL: THE CAR DOCTOR
Can leaves stop an engine from running?
Q. My car was running terribly so I brought it to the dealership and was told that problem was caused by the air intake plugged with pollen.
All-wheel-drive cars under $30,000
Center differentials aren't just for high-end cars. We rate 16 top all-wheel-drive cars under $30,000.
Sexiest new cars for 2012
These cars are some of the most attractive, sexiest vehicles on sale, and thankfully, not all of them require a second mortgage.
Boston auto show features small engines, big rides
The hottest cars at this year’s New England International Auto Show, which opened at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, pack smaller, more fuel-efficient engines without trying to compromise performance or style. (By Clifford Atiyeh, Boston Globe)
Photos: Fresh debuts in Boston
Now in its 55th year, the New England International Auto Show is welcoming 2012 with a string of attractive, fuel-efficient vehicles in all price segments.
Will the Dodge Dart be a high-caliber replacement?
The Dart, introduced Monday at the Detroit Auto Show, is aimed at giving Dodge a solid presence in the compact sedan segment. (By Bill Griffith, Boston Globe)
5 promising changes for the car buying experience
The most optimistic forecast for 2012 is for sales to top 14 million units here at home. To get there, the auto industry is starting to change how (and why) people buy cars in the first place. (By Bill Griffith, Boston Globe)
Auto Notes: Bulletproof Econolines, NACOTY
Bill Griffith posts a reader's response to the Ford Econoline's end, talks about the North American Car and Truck of the Year awards, and more. (By Bill Griffith, Boston Globe)
9 basic buying steps
For most of us, car-buying remains a major purchase. Buying a car is expensive, and that new vehicle starts depreciating as soon as you sign and drive it home. So what's a savvy spender to do?
2012 Honda Civic Natural Gas
Honda Civic goes au naturelle
The Honda Civic Natural Gas is just as boring and even slower than the regular Civic sedan, save for one exciting footnote: it runs on compressed natural gas. (By Clifford Atiyeh, Boston.com)
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