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Toyota profit drops 77% after earthquake, tsunami
David Gura Sep 22, 2011
The world's largest car marker said its fourth-quarter profit slumped 77 percent after the devastating earthquake in Japan halted production.
Breaking down the 'Brave New World' for automakers
Sep 22, 2011
For the first time in nearly seven years, Detroit's Big Three carmakers are all reporting a profit, despite supply chain disruptions.
What to buy: New or used?
Apr 29, 2011
We break down the pros and cons of purchasing new and used cars.
Car lessons from along the Arroyo Seco Parkway
Sep 22, 2011
Dexter Ford from the New York Times and Steve Mazor from the Auto Club of Southern California discuss what cars cost us and the mistakes we make when it comes to our cars and finances.
Lemon or Cherry? How to pick the best used car
Deanna Sclar Sep 21, 2011
There are excellent reasons for choosing to buy a used car (the euphemism these days is "pre-owned vehicle" it sounds classier but let's stick to...
Auto Apps 101: Navigating the roads with your smartphone
Jim Travers Sep 21, 2011
With the thousands of smart phone apps now available, there are plenty of useful ones for drivers. There are apps to help you find your car in a ...
Ford's profit spotlights fuel-saving cars
Alisa Roth Sep 22, 2011
Ford owes its best first quarter in 13 years to gas-sipping cars. Demand is strong for all hybrids -- especially used models of the Toyota Prius.
Your first hybrid: Are you ready to move from the SUV to the HOV?
Micheline Maynard Sep 21, 2011
Every so often, when I buy gas for my Toyota Prius, I'll see a receipt that another car owner has tossed at the trashcan. Lately, the totals on t...
How to save money on your car insurance, seriously
Amy Danise Sep 21, 2011
I'm going to tell you something about auto insurance that your agent probably won't: Don't use it.
Auto insurance is a product you should buy b...
Automakers rethink supply strategy after quake
Alisa Roth Sep 22, 2011
Toyota says full production won't resume until year's end. VW, Hyundai are spared disruptions but look for new ways to manage supply chain risk.
