Modern Cars

The Chevrolet Nova was one of the most successful compact cars of all time. Debuting in 1962, the Nova rescued Chevy's compact car division after the public rejected the Corvair. Learn about every Chevy Nova model and see pictures, prices and more.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide

The Chevrolet Impala is one of America's most-enduring automotive nameplates. In this article, you'll learn about the genesis and evolution of this iconic badge and why it outlasted so many others.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide

Chevrolet was founded in 1911, and has been GM's largest volume division since the 1920s. Created by the founder of General Motors, William C. Durant, learn about Chevy's history and the evolution of its cars.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide

The Chevrolet Corvair was one of the most controversial models in Chevy's history. The problem with Corvair was a radical design that made it too costly for its original economy-car mission. Learn about Corvair's evolution and the bad press it received.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide

Saturn cars have had a brief but eventful history. Born in 1982 as Project Saturn, it was an all-out effort to stem the growing Japanese dominance of the U.S. small-car market. Find out how the Saturn car company works from early production up to the current Saturn Sky.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide

Ford Motor Company skyrocketed from obscurity to dominate the American auto industry in less than 12 years. Learn about Ford history and Ford cars starting from the Model T all the way to the Ford GT.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide

Pontiac introduced its first car in 1926, and soon became a leading American carmaker. Pontiac was the only make to survive out of GM's ''companion'' makes. Learn about Pontiac's history and the evolution of its cars.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide

For much of its life, Mercury has built cars that are upscale versions of Fords. The Mercury line of cars saw success from the get-go. Find out more about Mercury's origins and models like the Cougar.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide

Founded in 1903 Buick quickly became a leading American automaker. Buick was founded by Scottish industrialist David Dunbar Buick. Learn about Buick's history including Buick models from 1903 to the present.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide

Chrysler was founded in 1924 by Walter Chrysler. He laid the foundation for his namesake car company with an eponymous model in 1924. Learn about the history of Chrysler a "Big Three" auto manufacturer and its legendary Hemi engine.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide

The 2000-2008 Cadillac lineup include a string of boldly styled new models triggering Cadillac’s comeback. Learn how models like the Escalade CTS XLR and SRX competed with the imports and pleased carbuyers and critics alike.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide

Occasionally, a car design comes along that somehow remains relatively untouched for decades. These cars can garner a loyal band of supporters and enthusiasts whose passion for the model might seem, to an outsider, to go well beyond the merits of the car itself.

By Jonathan Strickland

The Ford Mustang has always been a symbol of American freedom. For the chief engineer of the 2005 model, that's especially true. Find out how Vietnamese-born Hau Thai-Tang came to work on the Mustang.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide

The Ford Explorer quickly became America’s top-selling SUV after its introduction in 1991. Learn useful details about the Ford Explorer including safety recall information and reliability ratings.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide

The Honda Accord was introduced to the U.S. market in the 1977 model year and quickly became a hit with consumers. Find out why and get detailed information about the Honda Accord in every model year.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide

The North American International Auto Show kicks off the year with amazing concept cars and hundreds of innovations. Get daily coverage and a front-row seat at the unveilings!

By Kevin Bonsor & Karim Nice