MPG-o-Matic 2011 Dodge Charger R/T Review Summary:
Just when you thought we were at end of the era of the big V8-powered American sedan, the 2011 Dodge Charger R/T shows up as if to say, “hey, we saved the best for last!” The HEMI Charger delivers good old American performance, plenty of interior room and in-cabin technology, along with a surprising level of fuel efficiency when driven with a light foot. In all-wheel-drive (AWD) trim, the Charger R/T is an unlikely alternative for many folks that might otherwise think they need a SUV.
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How Do I Become an Automotive Journalist?
It seems like every week, there’s another question or two in my in-box. “How do I break into the world of automotive journalism?” they ask. Rather than pen another thoughtful individual answer, I thought it might be worthwhile to pen a post.
So you want to become an automotive journalist, eh? I guess I can’t blame you. After all, this seems like a glamorous life, filled with adventure and new-car smell. The allure is strong. You’ve always loved cars and this seems like the perfect career path …
Be careful of what you wish for, because one day it might come true.
“Is a dream a lie if it don’t come true, or is it something worse?”
MPGomatic Supports The Low Volume Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Act of 2011
With just a few days until the 2011 SEMA show, a group of our esteemed elected officials have introduced “The Low Volume Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Act” (H.R. 3274) – a bipartisan bill that is intended to enable custom car manufacturers to build and market a range of specialty vehicles on a national level.
The bill was introduced by Congressman John Campbell (R-CA). It directs the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to “establish a regulatory structure to facilitate the production of these cars.” Co-sponsors of the bill include Rep. John Barrow (D-GA), Rep. Bill Posey (R-FL), Rep. Don Manzullo (R-IL), Rep. Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), and Rep. Duncan Hunter (R-CA).
2012 Hyundai Veloster – First Drive
PORTLAND, ORE — Quirky is apparently the new cool. First Nissan with its Juke, now Hyundai with its Veloster. Two very different vehicles to be sure, but with one common characteristic: There’s nothing currently on the market quite like them.
Thank goodness, and it’s about damn time.
How to Get an MPGomatic Sticker
Hey MPGomatic Fanatics! The Free MPGomatic Sticker giveaway has come and gone. We may offer them for free again in the future. In the meantime, we’re selling a limited number of MPGomatic stickers. You can buy one, two, or three stickers at a time. If you order three stickers, we’ll throw in a bonus sticker … Read more