(December 12, 2011) CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — A new study shows that 55 percent of millennials (18-34-year-olds) have actively made an effort to drive less, up 10 percentage points from 45 percent in 2010. Car-sharing company Zipcar, purveyors of the study, said the finding highlights the growing trend of consciously reducing road time.

(December 11, 2011) SANTA MONICA, Calif. — A consumer-grade leaf blower emits more pollutants than a 6,200-pound 2011 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor, according to tests conducted by Edmunds' InsideLine.com.

The tests found that a Ryobi 4-stroke leaf blower kicked out almost seven times more oxides of nitrogen (NOx) and 13.5 times more carbon monoxide (CO) than the Raptor, which InsideLine.com once dubbed "the ultimate Michigan mudslinger."

(December 9, 2011) SOUTHFIELD, Mich. — Ward's 10 Best Engines, North America's only award program honoring excellence in vehicle powertrains, have been announced for 2012, and a record seven of this year's 10 winners have integrated state-of-the-art direct fuel injection, demonstrating the rapid pace of technology development as auto makers downsize their engines in anticipation of strict U.S. fuel-economy rules.

(December 8, 2011) SANTA MONICA, Calif. — TrueCar.com has reported that average U.S. fuel economy was up in November, the highest since March. Light vehicle auto sales indicate TrueMPG will increase to 22.3 mpg in November 2011 compared to 21.7 mpg in November 2010, and 22.2 in October 2011.

(December 8, 2011) IRVINE, Calif. — Kelley Blue Book www.kbb.com today announced the 2012 Porsche 911 as the 2012 best redesigned car for the 2012 model year.

Redesigning an icon like the Porsche 911 is tricky business, but the latest rendition deftly walks that tightrope. The 911's exterior and interior have tastefully evolved, supported by enhanced performance, improved economy and clever engineering to make the 2012 Porsche 911 a compelling sports car, worthy heir to the 911 throne and our Best Redesigned Car for 2012.

(December 5, 2011) DETROIT — The Autoweek editorial staff presented Mazda with the 2011 Autoweek Editors' Choice Award for Best in Show at the 42nd Tokyo Motor Show. The Mazda Takeri previews the evolution of the Mazda 6 sedan and earns points for both style and fuel technology in an increasingly competitive segment.

(December 6, 2011) IRVINE, Calif. — Kelley Blue Book www.kbb.com has picked 10 cars from the "freshman class" that are unique and worth getting to know. While each new model year brings dozens and dozens of all-new cars, most arrive wearing familiar nametags.

While the totally redesigned 2012 Toyota Camry is a big deal, there's a lot on the line when revamping the best-selling car in the country — it doesn't stir the same kind of intrigue as totally new cars like the 2012 Hyundai Veloster or 2012 Fiat 500.

(December 5, 2011) WASHINGTON — The first wave of America's baby boomers turning 65 this year will be driving the "silver tsunami" says the American Automobile Association (AAA).

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, this segment of the population will increase by 75 percent over the next two decades. Research has shown that people today live an average of about 7-10 years beyond their safe driving ability.

(December 4, 2011) SANTA MONICA, Calif. — Trying to find the perfect holiday gift for the car enthusiast in your life? Edmunds.comhighlights 10 gifts for people who love cars — or at the very least, drive them regularly — to make your holiday shopping a little bit easier. And with each selection priced at under $100, you can give a great gift without doing damage to your wallet.