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1989-1990 Ford Thunderbird Super Coupe

How Chevrolet Corvair Works

1988-1991 Buick Reatta

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3 Facts That Show Minivans Aren't So Bad After All

The minivan's backstory is one of innovation and resilience, despite what many folks say about the vehicle's, er, stuffy design.

By Kate Kershner Sep 11, 2017 Modern Cars / Other Moden Car Manufacturers

The 5 Groups of People Maddest About Volkswagen’s Shenanigans

Volkswagen used lines of code as a defeat device to make it seem as if its clean diesel engines were cleaner than they really were.

By Kristen Hall-Geisler Oct 5, 2015 Modern Cars / Other Moden Car Manufacturers

How the 2015 Ford Mustang Works

The 2015 Ford Mustang was revealed (literally) around the world by Ford Motor Company on Dec. 5, 2013. Find out how this sixth-generation pony car stands up to its predecessors.

By Cherise Threewitt Modern Cars / Modern Ford Car Models

How the 2013 Shelby GT500 Super Snake Works

With so many hybrids crowding the street, it's easy to think of muscle cars as a thing of the past. But maybe you're just not looking hard enough?

By Christopher Neiger Modern Cars / Modern Ford Car Models

How a Concours d'Elegance Works

Similar to other auto shows, the cars are the stars at any Concours d'Elegance event. But that's where the similarities end. Concours d'Elegance shows are truly unique for many reasons.

By Christopher Neiger Modern Cars / Other Moden Car Manufacturers

What's the world's cheapest car?

A car for $2,500 has to be a joke, right? Wrong. Meet the Nano from Tata Motors, the world's cheapest car and the auto industry's answer to the $100 laptop.

By John Fuller Modern Cars / Other Moden Car Manufacturers

How the iQ Car Works

As highways get more crowded and gas more expensive, there's one kind of car that looks more attractive: the minicar. Toyota's iQ Car takes "mini" to the next level.

By John Fuller Modern Cars / Other Moden Car Manufacturers

1989 Pontiac Firebird 20th Anniversary Trans Am

Attempting to thwart the thieves who'd virtually declared war on Firebirds (and Camaros), GM installed a "pass key" deterrent system in all '89 models, following the lead of the GTA. Learn more about the 1989 Pontiac Firebird 20th Anniversary Trans Am in this article.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide Modern Cars / Other Moden Car Manufacturers

1990 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am

The 1990 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am ushered in a new decade with anticlimax. In what turned out to be a depressing year for sales, both safety and engines earned the greatest attention. Learn more about the details surrounding the 1990 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide Modern Cars / Other Moden Car Manufacturers

1991 Pontiac Firebird Convertible

Because the Banshee had proven popular with showgoers, Pontiac adapted its assertive snout to lead off a facelift. Learn more about the details surrounding the 1991 Pontiac Firebird Convertible.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide Modern Cars / Other Moden Car Manufacturers

1993-1994 Pontiac Firebird

After a close call with extinction, the Firebird's future now seemed assured with the 1993 Pontiac Firebird. Learn more about the details surrounding the 1993-1994 Pontiac Firebirds in this article.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide Modern Cars / Other Moden Car Manufacturers

1988 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am GTA

By 1988, Pontiac Firebirds were proving less popular than Camaros, but they held a loyal following of buyers from different age groups, who relished its flashy styling and muscular performance. Learn more about the 1988 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am GTA in this article.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide Modern Cars / Other Moden Car Manufacturers

1985 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am

Shedding the vestiges of mannerly behavior, the Trans Am emerged for 1985 with a more assertive demeanor, wearing an expanded version of the aero component package offered for 1984. Learn more about the 1985 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am in this article.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide Modern Cars / Other Moden Car Manufacturers

1986 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am

Nothing terribly dramatic struck the Firebird lineup for 1986, yet sales took an impressive leap upward -- though this would be the final year in which production could be measured in six figures. Learn more about the 1986 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am in this article.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide Modern Cars / Other Moden Car Manufacturers

1983 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am

If four-speed manual shift helped Trans Am owners get the most out of their road machines, surely five would help even more. Read more about the 1983 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am and it's new 5-speed engine.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide Modern Cars / Other Moden Car Manufacturers

The 1982-1992 Pontiac Firebird

"Now the Excitement Begins." That was Pontiac's boisterous boast in its advertisements for the stunning 1982 Pontiac Firebird. Learn more about the Pontiac Firebirds of the 1980s.

Modern Cars / Other Moden Car Manufacturers

Volkswagen Beetle

The Volkswagen Beetle is as much a social phenomenon as it is an automobile, having remained popular for decades. On this page you'll find links to articles about this little giant, from its pre-WWII origins to today's retro New Beetle models.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide Modern Cars / Other Moden Car Manufacturers

1987-1993 Cadillac Allante

The 1987-1993 Cadillac Allante was built to compete with European cars in the luxury two-seater market. The Allante lasted up until 1993 before it was discontinued. Read on about the history of the Cadillac Allante.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide Modern Cars / Modern Cadillac Car Models

1970-1997 Volkswagen Beetle

The beloved 1970-1997 Volkswagen Beetle would be regulated out of existence in some countries and outsold in others by more modern, small cars. Read how the 1970s Beetle played an important role in emerging economies just like the original.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide Modern Cars / Other Moden Car Manufacturers

1998-2008 Volkswagen Beetle

The 1998-2008 Volkswagen Beetle had a bumpy journey from concept to production. Volkswagen resisted the idea of a resurrected Bug then nearly stopped the project early-on. Learn how the New Beetle went from the drawing board to instant sensation.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide Modern Cars / Other Moden Car Manufacturers

How Hummers Work

The Hummer, or Humvee, has made a huge impact on military applications as well as civilian lifestyles. It's both utilitarian workhorse and the ultimate expression of machismo.

By Jonathan Strickland Modern Cars / Other Moden Car Manufacturers

1969-1973 Plymouth

Plymouth designers created a low but thick "armored car" appearance for their 1969-1973 line. These full-size models faced some interesting competition during this period-- a popular, new, and rather unwelcome internal rival, the Dodge Dart.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide Modern Cars / Other Moden Car Manufacturers

1988-1991 Buick Reatta

The 1988-1991 Buick Reatta was a carefully conceptualized car that managed to combined sport with luxury. The car was intended to launch in 1983 but engineering resource constraints delayed the launch by four years. Check out the 1988-1991 Buick Reatta.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide Modern Cars / Modern Buick Car Models

Chevrolet Lumina

The Chevrolet Lumina was a value-priced family sedan but it was outsold by its midsize competition. The Lumina was introduced in 1990 as a replacement for the heavily dated Chevrolet Celebrity. Learn more about the Chevrolet Lumina.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide Modern Cars / Modern Chevrolet Car Models

Chevrolet Corsica

The Chevrolet Corsica introduced a new age for Chevy compacts by featuring smooth lines and Euro styling. The Corsica replaced the Citation as the leading high-volume compact car. It shared mechanics with the Beretta. Find pictures and information for the Corsica.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide Modern Cars / Modern Chevrolet Car Models