Winners of the 2012 Texas Auto Roundup
"Godzilla" Nissan GT-R steals the show: Winners of the Texas Auto Roundup & our favorites, too
Who won Car of Texas at the 2012 Texas Auto Roundup? We reveal the winners and pick a few of our own.
Shell Eco-marathon, the future is now
2,188 miles on one gallon of gas? At Shell Eco-marathon, the future is now
The 2012 Shell Eco-marathon Americas challenged more than 1,000 college and high-school students to drive further on a single gallon of fuel (or its electric equivalent) than ever before.
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Summit
The most luxurious Jeep ever? Grand Cherokee Overland Summit delivers performance and style
Jeep delivers high-end style like never before: Meet the luxorious Grand Cherokee Overland Summit. read the full article
2012 Houston Auto Show
An insider's guide to the Houston Auto Show: It's back and supercharged
The auto industry is at its most competitive and building its best cars ever, which makes for a high stakes 2012 Houston Auto Show. Here is what you shouldn't ...
2012 Fiat 500c
A car with character: The small, stylish Fiat 500 has a personality big enough for Texas
It may look like the lead in Cars 2, but the Fiat 500 stands out as an automobile that drives with its own unique character.
2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK350
Edgier new Mercedes-Benz SLK350 takes aim at BMW and Porsche
The 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK350 might just be the ultimate point-and-shoot luxury roadster.
2012 Volkswagon EOS Hardtop Convertible
Volkswagen Eos packs a lot of technology and a sweet roof into an unassuming package
Volkswagen's Eos is a spirited four-seat convertible with a roof that does everything. We drove it and were surprised.
Texas Auto Writers Association 2011 Truck Rodeo
What's the best truck in Texas? Grueling tests at Truck Rodeo reveal the toughest in the land
We compare the best trucks, SUVs and crossovers head to head in the Texas Hill Country. read the full article
DeLorean Electric
Back to the future: The iconic DeLorean fulfills its destiny with new electric model
Houston's DeLorean Motor Company builds a new electric icon that packs a punch. Take a drive on the track with us. read the full article
Range Rover Evoque: First Look
A sporty new Range Rover that's big on style: CultureMap previews the new Evoque
The newest Range Rover — the all-new Evoque — departs from tradition and aims for a new set of buyers. Here's a first look. read the article
2012 Audi A6 3.0 Supercharged
Audi makes itself cool: New technology-packed A6 takes a run at Mercedes, BMW
The mid-luxury sedan market is a crowded space with just about every car being an adept competitor. So how does one set himself apart against the likes of the BMW ... read the article
2011 Ford Mustang GT 5.0 Convertible
The Ford Mustang GT convertible is the original pony car, but is it the best?
The cool is back. The 2011 Ford Mustang GT convertible offers power, style and livability in a thoroughly modern package. read the full article
2011 Chrysler 300 and 200
The comeback kid: Chrysler experiences a renaissance with the 200 and 300
A few years ago, Chrysler's days seemed numbered. But with the help of the federal government and Fiat, the automaker has come roaring back. read the full article
2011 Volvo S60 T5
Volvo S60 T5 strives to be a little naughty, but with nifty features it sure is nice
With a reasonable price, starting in the low 30s, and some cool features, the 2012 Volvo S60 is attracting a lot of notice. read the full article
2011 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible
Revving up summer in the 2011 Chevy Camaro convertible: Does the top down love stack up?
The 2011 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible is drop top fun for the summer. Fortunately, that's just about all year in Houston. read the full article
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Wagon
The Cadillac CTS-V offers a thrill ride for everyday travel
The new-for-2011 Cadillac CTS-V Wagon will carry your groceries with a lot of get-up-and-go. read the full article
2011 Nissan Leaf: Electric Car
Test Drive: Nissan and eVgo are charged up about the future with the all-electric Leaf
Quirky, fun-to-drive, and greener than your neighbor's Prius, the Nissan Leaf may be a harbinger of the future. read the full story
2012 Ford Focus
Test drive: The new 2012 Ford Focus is worth the wait
Most of the world got the Ford Focus in 2004. U.S. drivers are just getting it now. It's worth the wait. read the full article
2011 Lotus Evora
Test drive: Lotus Evora turns heads
The first new Lotus in more than 15 years offers CultureMap car columnist Kevin McCauley a mind-bending experience. read the full article
2011 Jaguar XJL
Putting the Jaguar XJ to the ultimate test: Houston's roads & sexy Trios
For the in-the-know car enthusiast or the novice who just likes to look good, there's a lot to like in the new Jaguar. Let's get behind the wheel. read the full article
2011 Houston Auto Show
A two part look at the 2011 Houston Auto Show:
Part 1
The hits and misses of the Houston Auto Show: See it all without getting up
Want an early look at the cars that will be making headlines tomorrow? CultureMap car junkies Nic Phillips and Kevin McCauley go under the hood of the Houston Auto Show ... read part 1
Part 2
The dream cars of the Auto Show
Come along with CultureMap car junkies Nic Phillips and Kevin McCauley as they kick the tires at the 2011 Houston Auto Show, examining the hot cars, the new trends and ... read part 2
Cadillac CTS-V Track Day
Taking the Cadillac CTS-V to school: Truths from the track
Esquire named the Cadillac CTS-V Coupe its domestic car of the year, but does the hype measure up? Let's hit the track and find out... read the full article
