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Kia Sportage, 2011: Roman Mica's Rambling Review

There’s a lot to be said for style over substance. Take the 2011 KIA Sportage. It’s probably the most attractive car in the popular, competitive small crossover segment.

GM, Tesla, Aston Martin announce recalls for potential fire hazards

Automotive recalls are nothing new, but three in one week all for potential fire hazards is unique. Cadillac, Tesla and Aston Martin have all announced recalls for problems ranging from electrical cable issues to faulty power steering lines to cracked suspension arms.

GM confirms first compact car in two decades with 2012 Buick Verano

For the first time in more than 20 years, General Motors will introduce a compact car to its Buick lineup. The entry-sized Buick Verano will be assembled at GM’s plant in Michigan scheduled to reopen in 2011.

Silver is more popular than gold or any car color — for 10th straight year

It may be a boring color, unless of course, it’s on a Silver Shadow, the iconic British luxury car produced by Rolls-Royce for 15 years beginning in 1965. But regardless of style and segment, silver remains the most popular vehicle color.

Honda Odyssey, 2011: Innovative redesign for best-selling minivan

The Honda Odyssey, the country’s best-selling minivan, has been redesigned for 2011 and features greater interior functionality, a more distinctive style, higher fuel economy and more than 50 standard and available features.

BMW, Hyundai get only 5-star grades in new NTHSA ratings system

BMW and Hyundai were the only manufacturers to receive the highest safety rating in just released results of the enhanced 5-Star Safety Ratings System for 2011 vehicles, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Honda, Toyota lead Yahoo Autos top-100 'green' car list

It’s hard to keep track of the ever-increasing list of hybrid and other “green cars” on the market. But Yahoo! Autos accepted the task and has announced its list of the top-100 “Green Cars” on the market. The compilation is called the Green Rating.

Lexus LS 460, 2010: The Weekly Driver Car Review

As the flagship sedan for the luxury division of Toyota, the Lexus LS was introduced in 1989. And for the past 15 years it has been the country’s best-selling luxury sedan and among the most reliable cars on the market.

Volkswagen Golf TDI, 2010: Roman Mica's Rambling Review (video)

Who says diesel-powered cars have to be economy cars that get great gas mileage but are a fantastic bore to drive? Not VW. The 2010 Volkswagen Golf TDI is a perfect example of a fast, frugal and fun car.

Europcar joins Mercedes-Benz among auto-related cycling sponsors

Rental company Europcar is the second automotive-related company to join the legion of professional cycling sponsors in the past week when it signed a three-year deal to take over from Bbox Bouygues Telecom as the title sponsor of the French rider-dominated team.

BMW, Rolls-Royce set to recall nearly 200,000 vehicles with braking issues

Nearly 200,000 luxury sedans from BMW and Rolls Royce and dating to 2002 are being recalled to fix a potential leak in the power-braking system. The cars included BMW 5 Series, 6 Series and 7 Series as well as the high-priced Phantom.The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced a power-steering probe of the BMW Z4 in July, following one crash and 107 complaints. The power-braking leaks create a vacuum loss that impairs a feature used when brakes are applied, BMW explained on its website. BMW will notify recalled vehicles owners by mail. Dealers will inspect the cars and replace

Lance Armstrong gets delivery of country's first Nissan Leaf

One of the conditions of Lance Armstrong’s endorsement contract with Nissan was that the seven-time Tour de France winner would receive the first LEAF delivered to consumers in the United States.

Mercedes-Benz named official vehicle of Luxembourg-based cycling team

Mercedes-Benz has joined the growing list of automakers who believe professional bicycle racing offers a good sponsorship opportunity and it will supply a new team based in Luxembourg with vehicles beginning with the 2011 season.

Toyota Sienna, 2011: The Weekly Driver Car Review

Now in its third generation since replacing the Previa in 1997, the 2011 Toyota Sienna debuted in February and became the first Sienna to receive a “Top Safety Pick” award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

Italian newspaper reports Fiat considering selling share of Ferrari

Fiat is considering selling part of its sports car unit Ferrari to raise cash to increase its ownership percent of Chrysler, according to Reuters and the New York Times, both citing a report in the Italian newspaper, Il Corriere della Sera.

Ferrari limited series convertible will debut at Paris Motor Show

Ferrari has released photos and details of the long-awaited convertible version of the 599 GTB, the 599 SA Aperta, and the limited-series model will debut this week at the Paris Motor Show.