Designed for the track enthusiast, the 2013 Fiat 500 Abarth could be known best for its commercials featuring Supermodel
Catrinel Menghia. Catrinel is stunningly beautiful, and the car isn’t so bad either. “Man, this is the first time I’ve seen an Abarth,” said a young man who took payment for my Filet-of-Fish sandwich in the … Continue reading →

SATURDAY, MAY 11 Cruise Breakfast, hosted by the Ramblin’ Oldies of Denham Springs, every Saturday from 7 to 9 a.m. at Berry’s Burgers & Seafood at Florida Blvd. and Flannery Road. All gearheads welcome. For more information call (225) 665-3609. Cruise Night, hosted by Golden Oldies Motor Club, at Hammond … Continue reading →

The 7 Series is BMW’s flagship sedan line. As such, people who plunk down the kind of jack required to buy one expect nothing but the best in style, power, luxury, technology and safety. And with the 2013 750i, they get it. There are but a handful of vehicle models in the world … Continue reading →

FRIDAY, MAY 3 People’s Choice Car & Bike Show - 125th Birthday Celebration of Baker. The event will take place between City Hall and the Chamber of Commerce from 5 to 9 p.m. and will include space walks, games, pony rides for kids, music and more. There is no registration fee. … Continue reading →

The Lexus RX 350 has been around for more than 10 years. It’s an iconic luxury SUV and it hasn’t changed that much over the years. This year, however, Lexus introduces an F Sport model that adds a little Tony’s to the gumbo. The new F Sport brings an 8-speed transmission, 19-inch wheels, … Continue reading →

SATURDAY, APRIL 27 Cruise Breakfast, hosted by the Ramblin’ Oldies of Denham Springs, every Saturday from 7 to 9 a.m. at Berry’s Burgers & Seafood at Florida Blvd. and Flannery Road. All gearheads welcome. For more information call (225) 665-3609. Custom Cruisers Cruise Night at Clearview Mall, 4436 Veterans Blvd, … Continue reading →

Aggression comes in many forms but few are as
attractive as the 2013 Dodge Charger. Dressed in an optional sport appearance package, the Charger is all about cool. It’s been around since the 60s, and the Charger just never seems to go out of style. With its gloss black honeycomb grille in front and … Continue reading →

SATURDAY, APRIL 20 Cruise Breakfast, hosted by the Ramblin’ Oldies of Denham Springs, every Saturday from 7 to 9 a.m. at Berry’s Burgers & Seafood at Florida Blvd. and Flannery Road. All gearheads welcome. For more information call (225) 665-3609. Gerry Lane Enterprises Super Cruise Night Open Car Show at … Continue reading →

Land Rover’s Range Rover Sport is a 5-passenger luxury SUV that seldom gets used to its full potential. While many Range Rovers don’t ever take the path less traveled, their off-road capabilities are unquestioned. There are few changes to the 2013 model, and in fact, the 2014 Range Rover Sport has already been unveiled … Continue reading →

SATURDAY, APRIL 13 Cruise Breakfast, hosted by the Ramblin’ Oldies of Denham Springs, every Saturday from 7 to 9 a.m. at Berry’s Burgers & Seafood at Florida Blvd. and Flannery Road. All gearheads welcome. For more information call (225) 665-3609. Cruise Night, hosted by Golden Oldies Motor Club, at Hammond … Continue reading →

It’s got a bit of a retro-outback look, but Toyota’s FJ Cruiser might surprise you. It’s better than you think on the road, and it’s as good as you hope it will be off the road. There aren’t many changes in the 2013 model of the FJ Cruiser other than a new color scheme … Continue reading →

SATURDAY, APRIL 6 Cruise Night, hosted by Rick's Rods and Performance. Every first Saturday from 3 to 6 p.m. at Applebee's, 5630 Johnston Street in Lafayette. For more information call (337) 988-7637. Cruise Breakfast, hosted by the Ramblin' Oldies of Denham Springs, every Saturday from 7 to 9 a.m. at Berry's Burgers & Seafood at Florida Blvd. and Flannery Road. … Continue reading →

Brand new for 2013, the Buick Encore is 168 inches long and 70 inches wide, which could be the reason Shaq does TV commercials for the Buick LaCrosse instead of the Buick Encore. The Encore may not be for 7-footers or the Brady Bunch, but it’s a great choice for small families or downsizing … Continue reading →

SATURDAY, MARCH 30 Cruise Breakfast, hosted by the Ramblin’ Oldies of Denham Springs, every Saturday from 7 to 9 a.m. at Berry’s Burgers & Seafood at Florida Blvd. and Flannery Road. All gearheads welcome. For more information call (225) 665-3609. MONDAY, APRIL 1 Golden Oldies Motor Club meeting at Annette’s … Continue reading →

The 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible includes a TDI model that squeezes 41 miles out of a single gallon of diesel fuel, which should make drivers happier than a June bug on a tomato plant. Volkswagen says the TDI Beetle Convertible is the “most economical convertible on the highway today.” Volkswagen unveiled its … Continue reading →

SATURDAY, MARCH 23 The Mardi Gras Miata Club will be driving to the Dinner Bell Restaurant in McComb, Ms. Leaving from Target on Millerville at 9:30 p.m. All Miata drivers are welcome to join. For more information send an email to miatamike@cox.net or visit www.mardigrasmiata.net. Cruise Breakfast, hosted by … Continue reading →

The Range Rover Evoque is a work of art from Land Rover, a company known for building fine off-road luxury vehicles. The Evoque is just as good as or better off the road than most other SUVs, but that’s not the most impressive thing about the 2013 Evoque. We think the most impressive thing … Continue reading →

SATURDAY, MARCH 16 Cruise Breakfast, hosted by the Ramblin’ Oldies of Denham Springs, every Saturday from 7 to 9 a.m. at Berry’s Burgers & Seafood at Florida Blvd. and Flannery Road. All gearheads welcome. For more information call (225) 665-3609. 4th Annual Spring Street Festival and Classic Car Show in … Continue reading →

If you’re a fan of Acura’s ZDX, the unconventionally-styled crossover oozing with luxury and technology, you need to head down to the dealership this year. Acura is ending production of the ZDX after the 2013 model. The ZDX shares its platform with the MDX, but apparently not its popularity. The ZDX is without a … Continue reading →

SATURDAY, MARCH 9 Cruise Breakfast, hosted by the Ramblin’ Oldies of Denham Springs, every Saturday from 7 to 9 a.m. at Berry’s Burgers & Seafood at Florida Blvd. and Flannery Road. All gearheads welcome. For more information call (225) 665-3609. Cruise Night, hosted by Golden Oldies Motor Club, at Hammond … Continue reading →

Next year, the Honda Civic celebrates its 40th Anniversary in America, but with a new exterior design and new standard features, the party has already started. The Civic is the nation’s best-selling compact car, and Honda refreshes it for 2013, just one year after its debut as an all-new model in 2012. The … Continue reading →

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 Cruise Breakfast, hosted by the Ramblin’ Oldies of Denham Springs, every Saturday from 7 to 9 a.m. at Berry’s Burgers & Seafood at Florida Blvd. and Flannery Road. All gearheads welcome. For more information call (225) 665-3609. First Annual Car & Truck Show & Jambalaya Cook-Off at … Continue reading →

The 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer SE is an affordable and safe all-wheel drive compact sedan with an EPA rating of 29 miles per gallon on the highway. The Lancer SE competes against the big boys in a crowded segment and it refuses to get pushed around. It may not be the most refined vehicle in … Continue reading →

SATURDAY, FEB. 9 Cruise Breakfast, hosted by the Ramblin’ Oldies of Denham Springs, every Saturday from 7 to 9 a.m. at Berry’s Burgers & Seafood at Florida Blvd. and Flannery Road. All gearheads welcome. For more information call (225) 665-3609. Cruise Night, hosted by Golden Oldies Motor Club, at Hammond Square Mall … Continue reading →

The CX-9 is big brother in Mazda’s house, and the flagship SUV takes its family role seriously. The CX-9 is the largest of all Mazda siblings, yet it can take the driver and six passengers 24 miles down the highway on a gallon of gas. The role of the CX-9 in Mazda’s family is … Continue reading →

FRIDAY, FEB. 1 35TH Annual R.O.D.S. Run Street Rod Show (pre-49), February 1-3, at Holiday Inn South, 9940 Airline Highway. Registration fee is $30 ($25 before January 20). The event is free to spectators. For ROD Run information call (225) 622-2403 or (225) 275-9868. For vendor information call (225) 938-3589. For free … Continue reading →

After an extensive refresh in 2012, the Honda Pilot gets just a few changes for 2013. But one of them – a standard rearview camera with an 8-inch, high-resolution screen – is a great addition. The Pilot has a boxy and upright shape, which allows for generous spaces inside. But that shape doesn’t do … Continue reading →

SATURDAY, JAN. 19 Cruise Breakfast, hosted by the Ramblin' Oldies of Denham Springs, from 7 to 9 a.m. at Holiday Inn South, 9940 Airline Highway. All gearheads welcome. For more information call Homer at (225) 773-2487. SUNDAY, JAN. 20 CENLA Autocross (Solo II) at Circuit Grand Bayou/No Problem Raceway near Belle Rose. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Entry fee is $25 … Continue reading →

Honda engineers have completely redesigned the company’s best-selling midsize automobile – the Accord. The 2013 version of the Accord is a little more compact on the outside, a little bigger on the inside and a lot better on the gas. Besides being Honda’s best-selling midsize car, the Accord this year celebrates 30 continuous … Continue reading →

SATURDAY, JANUARY 5 Cruise Night, hosted by Rick’s Rods and Performance. Every first Saturday from 3 to 6 p.m. at Applebee’s, 5630 Johnston Street in Lafayette. For more information call (337) 988-7637. Cruise Breakfast, hosted by the Ramblin’ Oldies of Denham Springs, every Saturday from 7 to 9 a.m. … Continue reading →

All-new from the tires up,
Mazda’s CX-5 compact crossover delivers a class-leading 35 miles per gallon of regular unleaded gas on the highway. It’s also the first Mazda with a full suite of SKYACTIV technologies. Engine, transmission, body and chassis components are all part of the SKYACTIV suite, which is aimed at overall … Continue reading →

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 29 Cruise Breakfast, hosted by the Ramblin’ Oldies of Denham Springs, every Saturday from 7-9 a.m. at Berry’s Burgers & Seafood at Florida Blvd. and Flannery Road. All gearheads welcome. For more information call (225) 665-3609. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2 … Continue reading →

The new longer version of Hyundai’s 2013 Santa Fe made its debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show last month, joining the five-passenger Sport version that went on sale in August. The new three-row Santa Fe seats either six or seven passengers in three rows. This is the third generation Santa Fe, a nimble … Continue reading →

SATURDAY, DEC. 22 Cruise Breakfast, hosted by the Ramblin’ Oldies of Denham Springs, every Saturday from 7 to 9 a.m. at Berry’s Burgers & Seafood at Florida Blvd. and Flannery Road. All gearheads welcome. For more information call (225) 665-3609. SUNDAY, DEC. 23 Sonic Cruise-In II at … Continue reading →

If there’s anything consumers want more than better mileage, it’s better safety equipment. Introducing the 2013 Subaru Outback, equipped with an available new “Eyesight” system that adds important safety features. The 2013 Outback also gets a new Boxer style 4-cylinder engine that delivers 173 horsepower and up to 30 miles per
gallon … Continue reading →

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15 Cruise Breakfast, hosted by the Ramblin’ Oldies of Denham Springs, every Saturday from 7-9 a.m. at Berry’s Burgers & Seafood at Florida Blvd. and Flannery Road. All gearheads welcome. For more information call (225) 665-3609. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 16 22nd Annual Festival of the Bonfires Antique, Classic and … Continue reading →

The Silverado changes little for 2013 as Chevrolet prepares a redesign for the 2014 model, which will be introduced later this month. The Silverado has a wide range of styles and powertrains, making it a solid competitor in the all-important full-size pickup market in south Louisiana. With a maximum payload of 1,701 lbs. … Continue reading →

SATURDAY, DEC. 8 Cruise Breakfast, hosted by the Ramblin’ Oldies of Denham Springs, every Saturday from 7-9 a.m. at Berry’s Burgers & Seafood at Florida Blvd. and Flannery Road. All gearheads welcome. For more information call (225) 665-3609. SUNDAY, DEC. 9 Rotolos Pizzeria Cruise-In, 2324 False River Drive, New … Continue reading →

A new Denali version of the GMC Terrain highlights the 2013 model year, but there’s more to this vehicle than the bling. It also has a more powerful V-6 engine and it’s a Top Safety Pick from the insurance industry. Denali cues include a more pronounced and chrome-heavy grille, a Jet Black leather interior with … Continue reading →

SATURDAY, DEC. 1 Cruise Night, hosted by Rick’s Rods and Performance. Every first Saturday from 3 to 6 p.m. at Applebee’s, 5630 Johnston Street in Lafayette. For more information call (337) 988-7637. Cruise Breakfast, hosted by the Ramblin’ Oldies of Denham Springs, every Saturday from 7 to 9 a.m. … Continue reading →

Hybrid vehicle owners love to talk about the mileage they get in their cars, but our guess is that some secretly long for more a little more power to go along with the mpgs. Enter the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid, Volkswagen’s way of allowing people with cake to eat it, too. “You can have economy and you … Continue reading →

SATURDAY, NOV. 24 Cruise Breakfast, hosted by the Ramblin’ Oldies of Denham Springs, every Saturday from 7-9 a.m. at Berry’s Burgers & Seafood at Florida Blvd. and Flannery Road. All gearheads welcome. For more information call (225) 665-3609. SUNDAY, NOV. 25 Sonic Cruise-In II at Sonic Drive-In, 11145 Coursey Blvd. Every … Continue reading →

Nissan is refreshing much of its lineup for 2013, with five new models either in or headed into the production pipeline. One of them, the 2013 Sentra, has class-leading fuel economy and a surprising amount of cabin space. The Sentra is entering its 30th year on the market, and the 2013 version is without a doubt the best … Continue reading →

SATURDAY, NOV. 10 Cruise Breakfast, hosted by the Ramblin’ Oldies of Denham Springs, every Saturday from 7-9 a.m. at Berry’s Burgers & Seafood at Florida Blvd. and Flannery Road. All gearheads welcome. For more information call (225) 665-3609. Cruise Night, hosted by Golden Oldies Motor Club, at Hammond Square Mall … Continue reading →

The Nissan Altima was the No. 2 selling sedan among all nameplates last year. Over its 20-year lifespan, some four million have been sold, making it Nissan’s best-seller. Built primarily in Tennessee, the Altima enters its fifth generation with a completely new design. Sit still in the car business … Continue reading →