2012 Ford Flex, 2013 Lexus GS F-Sport Debuts, Aptera: Car News Headlines

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Today at High Gear Media we review the 2012 Ford Flex while Nissan details the Juke-R's engine. The Diesel Coalition says diesel demand will rise and Toyota is losing the number one automaker spot. All this and more in today's car new, right here on The Car Connection.

We review the 2012 Ford Flex and find it to be a unique vehicle with copy-proof styling, and thrones for seats.

The 2013 Lexus GS F-Sport will make its debut at the 2011 SEMA show, finally.

Toyota is about to lose the number-one automaker spot as VW and GM are riding the wave to the top.

Aptera says there's something coming, but won't say what.

Nissan's released video that details the Juke-R's engine.

Road travel dips to historic lows because you're driving less.

Halloween is coming and we have some safety tips for both kids and parents.

The Diesel Coalition says diesel demand will increase.

2012 Chevy Camaro ZL1 not powerful enough for you? Hennessey will turn it into a 1,026-horsepower beast.

Ford slides in reliability rankings as Jeep gains traction.

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Fisker Karma Scores 20 MPG, 2012 Fiat 500 Top Safety Pick: Car News Headlines

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Today around the High Gear Media network, we have a potpourri of news, including the 2012 Fisker Karma's official fuel economy ratings, an IIHS Top Safety Pick for the 2012 Fiat 500, and a look at whether the 2012 Chevrolet Volt or the 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in hybrid is cheaper to drive. Catch all of these stories and more today in the links below.

2012 Fisker Karma scores 20 mpg in range-extended mode, has a 32-mile electric range.

Does Apple's new iPhone 4S work with the Nissan Leaf? Find out here.

Which is cheaper to operate, the 2012 Chevy Volt or the 2012 Toyota Prius plug-in hybrid?

The car dealership experience may actually be more important than ever in the Internet age.

The 2012 Mazda3 gets an all-new engine, and we show you what it's all about.

The 2012 Honda Insight gets new styling, improved gas mileage.

The 2012 Fiat 500 is an IIHS Top Safety Pick.

Kia is aiming to match or beat Volkswagen at its own game.

George Clooney pitches the Mercedes-Benz long-wheelbase E-Class in China.

Porsche's upcoming smaller crossover, the Cajun, will arrive in late 2013.

Buick makes Pandora Internet Radio standard across its whole lineup.

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2012 Chevrolet Camaro, 2012 Buick Verano, Saab: Car News Headlines

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Today at High Gear Media we review the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro and drive the new 2012 Buick Verano. Saab's life lines are running out and Toyota launches a new FT-86 app. All this and more in today's car news, right here on The Car Connection.

We review the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro and love its contemporary-but-classic muscle-car looks.

Toyota launches a new FT-86 app, too bad it's not the actual car.

The director of Revenge Of The Electric Car is holding a live webchat later today.

Do you think alcohol anklets will help stop hard core drunk drivers?

Saab's suitors have all bailed and the court is asking for the plug to finally be pulled. Has Saab run out of life support?

We drive the Buick Verano and find it to be comfortable-riding quiet car.

Fisker feels the EPA is giving them bad Karma.

We take a look at the 2012 family crossovers with the best cargo flexibility.

Now you can bring Nissan's world to your Apple iPad with the new global app.

Chevrolet releases video of the 2012 Camaro ZL1 being torture tested on a track.

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Prius Slows Traffic, Focus Electric, 2012 BMW 3-Series: Car News Headlines

It turns out that ending HOV lane privileges for the Toyota Prius in California is slowing traffic, according to a new study. That might be a good thing for pedestrians, as the Ford Focus Electric won't have a built-in noisemaker. Kids won't care, however, as long as they're in a safe car seat--find out which to avoid at FamilyCarGuide.

Yanking the Prius from HOV lanes is slowing California traffic.

The 2012 BMW 3-Series was just unveiled this morning.

Not all child booster car seats are equal--find out which to avoid.

The 2012 Ford Focus Electric won't come with a pedestrian noisemaker.

Sunday is National Plug-in Day.

Carmakers are cutting content to keep prices low.

Hyundai and Kia top owner loyalty ratings.

GM's CUE system could revolutionize the way we interact with cars.

Audi is expanding its cylinder-on-demand technology to more cars.

Are high-tech police cars causing distracted driving accidents?

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2013 Chevy Spark EV, New Trailblazer, Cadillac CUE: Car News Headlines

Newsletter Stay up to date on car reviews, buying guides, articles and more Today's news at High Gear Media is heavy with new GM products and technologies, including the 2013 Chevrolet Spark, its electric variant, and a new infotainment system from Cadillac called CUE. In other news, we look at potential false advertising from Ford and Chrysler, the rebirth of the Chevy Trailblazer, and Oprah's 2012 VW Beetle giveaway.

The 2013 Chevrolet Spark and its electric version, the Spark EV, are coming to the U.S.

The Chevy Trailblazer will be back for the 2013 model year.

Oprah's free 2012 VW Beetles will reach their first owners this week.

Are Ford and Chrysler guilty of false advertising?

The 2012 Tesla Model S will use Panasonic batteries.

BMW launches new Purif-i...hand sanitizer?

Cadillac's new CUE infotainment system looks high tech, gives a glimpse of the 2013 XTS.

Nissan is launching a host of new safety features.

Want laser headlights? BMW says they're just three years away.

The 2013 Cadillac ATS is testing on the Nurburgring in the latest video.

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F-150 Raptor Gets Upgrades, BMW 5-Series Hybrid, Tesla: Car News Headlines

2012 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor

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Hyundai is working on a 10-speed automatic and is bringing a rally-ready Veloster to SEMA. A camera-based collision detection system debuts on the 2012 GMC Terrain, and GM introduces the first front center air bag. All this and more in today's car news, right here on TheCarConnection.

Hyundai, the little automaker that could, is upping the ante with 10-speed automatic transmissions.

Ford introduces new features and upgrades for the 2012 F-150 SVT Raptor.

What do you want to know about the 2012 Tesla Model S electric sedan?

IBM and Streetline have inked a deal that will attempt to ease America's parking woes.

BMW is preparing a hybrid version of its 5-Series.

The 2012 GMC Terrain will offer a camera-based collision alert system.

Do you think Tesla will be the next Apple or Altair?

Are tire-tread scanners coming to a road near you?

General Motors introduces the front center airbag to keep you safer.

Hyundai is bringing a rally-ready 2012 Veloster to SEMA.

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F-150 Raptor Gets Upgrades, BMW 5-Series Hybrid, Tesla: Car News Headlines

2012 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor

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Hyundai is working on a 10-speed automatic and is bringing a rally-ready Veloster to SEMA. A camera-based collision detection system debuts on the 2012 GMC Terrain, and GM introduces the first front center air bag. All this and more in today's car news, right here on TheCarConnection.

Hyundai, the little automaker that could, is upping the ante with 10-speed automatic transmissions.

Ford introduces new features and upgrades for the 2012 F-150 SVT Raptor.

What do you want to know about the 2012 Tesla Model S electric sedan?

IBM and Streetline have inked a deal that will attempt to ease America's parking woes.

BMW is preparing a hybrid version of its 5-Series.

The 2012 GMC Terrain will offer a camera-based collision alert system.

Do you think Tesla will be the next Apple or Altair?

Are tire-tread scanners coming to a road near you?

General Motors introduces the front center airbag to keep you safer.

Hyundai is bringing a rally-ready 2012 Veloster to SEMA.

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F-150 Raptor Gets Upgrades, BMW 5-Series Hybrid, Tesla: Car News Headlines

2012 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor

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Hyundai is working on a 10-speed automatic and is bringing a rally-ready Veloster to SEMA. A camera-based collision detection system debuts on the 2012 GMC Terrain, and GM introduces the first front center air bag. All this and more in today's car news, right here on TheCarConnection.

Hyundai, the little automaker that could, is upping the ante with 10-speed automatic transmissions.

Ford introduces new features and upgrades for the 2012 F-150 SVT Raptor.

What do you want to know about the 2012 Tesla Model S electric sedan?

IBM and Streetline have inked a deal that will attempt to ease America's parking woes.

BMW is preparing a hybrid version of its 5-Series.

The 2012 GMC Terrain will offer a camera-based collision alert system.

Do you think Tesla will be the next Apple or Altair?

Are tire-tread scanners coming to a road near you?

General Motors introduces the front center airbag to keep you safer.

Hyundai is bringing a rally-ready 2012 Veloster to SEMA.

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