Copyright 2012 http://www.nbcsandiego.com/the-scene/cars en-us Wed, 16 May 2012 09:11:55 -0700 Wed, 16 May 2012 09:11:55 -0700 NBC Owned Television Stations http://www.nbcsandiego.com/the-scene/cars/Weekend-Events-May-11-13-150641915.html Sat, 12 May 2012 09:49:23 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/180*120/Car_Show.JPG
Good thing the climate allows San Diegans to enjoy outdoor events. Here’s a few festivals to make your weekend super:

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/video/#!/the-scene/cars/Gas-Prices-Could-Decrease-for-Summer/149598975 Tue, 01 May 2012 07:05:52 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/gas_pump_generic.jpg
Charles Langley from UCAN tells NBC 7 reporter Consumer Bob many experts are rethinking their long term predictions and calling for prices to keep going down, not up.

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]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/video/#!/the-scene/cars/What-Is-Race-Legal-San-Diego?/146532445 Sat, 07 Apr 2012 10:28:21 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/KNSD_What_Is_Race_Legal_SD_040712_21_mezzn_722x406_2220475605.jpg
The group meets twice a month to offer a safe way for drivers to race. NBC 7's Catherine Garcia explains.

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/video/#!/the-scene/cars/La-Jolla-Concours-D-Elegance/145159165 Fri, 30 Mar 2012 08:23:40 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/KNSD_La_Jolla_Concours_D_Elegance_033012_05_mezzn_722x406_2217379206.jpg
Car enthusiasts head to La Jolla cove for the La Jolla Motor Car Classic now known as the La Jolla Concours D' Elegance.

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/video/#!/the-scene/cars/Car-Owners-Bail-on-Premium-Gas-Prices/145050195 Fri, 30 Mar 2012 07:02:11 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/KNSD_Car_Owners_Bail_on_Premium_Gas_032912_59_mezzn_722x406_2217259125.jpg
David Preciado, an automotive professor, tells NBC 7's Consumer Bob what cars should avoid settling for a less expensive gas grade.

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/video/#!/the-scene/cars/Experts-Say-Drivers-Steering-Wrong-Way/144321215 Tue, 10 Apr 2012 12:56:24 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/Driver-Steering-Wheel-0327.jpg
Drivers have long been told to steer with their hands at 10 and 2 o'clock. However Michael Hoshaw of the Auto Club of Southern California says that position is actually dangerous.

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/the-scene/cars/Saving-on-Car-Insurance-143925266.html Fri, 23 Mar 2012 06:54:59 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/KNSD_Saving_on_Car_Insurance_With_Pu_032212_00_mezzn_722x406_2214000552.jpg
The new "pay-by-the-mile" car insurance programs are aimed at consumers who are driving less due to high gas prices.

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More than 500 new cars are on display at the San Diego International Auto Show. Here's a sneak peek at a few of them.

Photo Credit: Mickey Torres

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There's more eye candy on view at the convention center than the eyes can handle.

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Strong December sales capped a banner year for car sales.

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/video/#!/the-scene/cars/The-New-Kia-Optima-at-the-2012-San-Diego-International-Auto-Show/136375508 Thu, 29 Dec 2011 10:07:55 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/KNSD_The_New_Kia_Optima_122911_99_mezzn_722x406_2181610411.jpg
Jason and Megan talk to experts at the 2012 San Diego International Auto Show. And to introduce the new Kia Optima is Vice President of Public Relations for Kia Motors is Scott Mckee.

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/video/#!/the-scene/cars/Get-into-the-Hybrids/136378433 Thu, 29 Dec 2011 10:07:30 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/KNSD_Get_into_the_Hybrids_122911_21_mezzn_722x406_2181625410.jpg
Chris Petchler from Toyota talks with Jason and Megan about the new 2012 Toyota hybrids.

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/video/#!/the-scene/cars/The-New-Cadillac-XTS-at-the-2012-San-Diego-International-Auto-Show/136374873 Thu, 29 Dec 2011 10:06:49 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/KNSD_Cadillacs_122911_79_mezzn_722x406_2181607306.jpg
Jason and Megan talk with different experts from the 2012 San Diego International Autoshow. Cliff Marriott, Product Specialist for Cadillac talks about the new XTS.

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/video/#!/the-scene/cars/Lets-Get-Electric-with-Ford/136377558 Thu, 29 Dec 2011 10:06:11 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/KNSD_Let_s_Get_Electric_with_Ford_122911_19_mezzn_722x406_2181620596.jpg
Debra Hotaling of Ford Motor Company showcases the companies new electric car with "soy" material seats and carpets made from recycled water bottles.

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/video/#!/the-scene/cars/Cars-Zoom-Into-SD/136356913 Thu, 29 Dec 2011 09:06:12 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/KNSD_Cars_Zoom_Into_SD_122811_81_mezzn_722x406_2181486206.jpg
The San Diego International Auto Show starts its 4-day run at the downtown Convention Center.

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/video/#!/the-scene/cars/Technology-for-200-MPH-Car-Up-for-Grabs/135022178 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 07:15:50 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/160*120/Aptera-2e.jpg
A Carlsbad car maker calls it quits after failing to raise money for a car he claims gets 200 miles per gallon. Chris Chan has more on what the future holds for Aptera.

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]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/the-scene/cars/Neiman-Marcus-2011-Fantasy-Gifts-132184348.html Wed, 19 Oct 2011 21:57:34 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/neiman-thumb.jpg
Get ready to do some millionaire Christmas shopping with a look at the Fantasy Gifts offered by Neiman Marcus this holiday season.

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/video/#!/the-scene/cars/Whats-Hot-on-New-Car-Lots/129295113 Tue, 06 Sep 2011 06:19:20 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/KNSD_What_s_Hot_on_New_Car_Lots_090611_41_mezzn_722x406_2119000714.jpg
After a couple years of weak growth, shoppers are back behind the wheel. ConsumerBob looks at which cars shoppers are buying.

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/video/#!/the-scene/cars/5-Questions_-Lowrider-Amigos/127996303 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 05:46:07 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/KNSD_5_Questions_Lowrider_Amigos_081711_85_mezzn_722x406_2097634137.jpg
Barbarella speaks with Victor Cordero of the Amigos San Diego Lowrider Club.

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/video/#!/the-scene/cars/Airstream-Trailers-Hitch-to-Future/126381933 Thu, 15 Sep 2011 11:13:39 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/KNSD_Airsteam_Trailers_Hitch_to_Futu_072811_49_mezzn_722x406_2074273089.jpg
The classic is still attractive, but now, something new is on tap. For more stories from ConsumerBob click here.

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/video/#!/the-scene/cars/Tips-for-Buying-a-Used-Car/126253823 Thu, 15 Sep 2011 11:13:39 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/KNSD_Tips_for_Buying_a_Used_Car_072711_39_mezzn_722x406_2071673004.jpg
The market for used cars is at an all time high. Fewer people buying new cars is putting a high demand on cheaper used cars. As Consumer Bob reports, deals won't fall in your

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/video/#!/the-scene/cars/Buyer-Beware_-Cars-Sparing-Tires/124241408 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 09:21:43 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/Car-Tire-Spare-73571720.jpg
Car makers are saving time, money and weight by not including a spare time with for-sale vehicles.

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]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/the-scene/cars/Zapping-Fuel-Costs-With-Dose-of-Ugly.html Tue, 14 Jun 2011 15:06:20 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/Nisaan-Leaf-684789.jpg
The electric Nissan Leaf makes too much financial sense to fret about its shortcomings.

Photo Credit: Chuck Westerheide

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/the-scene/cars/Surprise-for-Marine-Refurbished-Mustang-120727109.html Wed, 27 Apr 2011 11:58:45 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/flak_marine_mustang.jpg
Marine Sgt. Edwrad Flak II throught his 1994 Mustang GT was just going into the shop for a few minor repairs.

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Add yet another insurer to the list of those offering a more affordable way to insure your car.

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]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/the-scene/cars/The-Cost-of-Driving-119326884.html Wed, 06 Apr 2011 08:27:55 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/160*120/101608-car-mechanic-p1.jpg
The cost of owning and driving a car is up about $300 from last year according to one study.

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]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/the-scene/cars/Taking-Toyotas-New-Electric-SUV-for-a-Spin---119219429.html Mon, 04 Apr 2011 21:17:22 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/NewElectricRav4_19.jpg
There’s something unique about the RAV 4. Toyota didn't make the motor.

Photo Credit: Bob Hansen

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/video/#!/the-scene/cars/La-Jolla-Motor-Car-Classic/118985929 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 09:15:45 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/KNSD_La_Jolla_Motor_Car_Classic_033111_39_mezzn_722x406.jpg
NBC San Diego's Megan Tevrizian gives you a preview of a fun car show for enthusiasts of all ages.

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/video/#!/the-scene/cars/40-MPG-Is-the-New-30-MPG/118820549 Tue, 29 Mar 2011 05:17:15 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/KNSD_40_MPG_Is_the_New_30_MPG_032811_19_mezzn_722x406.jpg
Car makers are appealing to shoppers looking for great mileage.

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Car makers are appealing to shoppers looking for great mileage.

]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/the-scene/cars/San-Diegos-Worst-Commute-117587678.html Tue, 08 Mar 2011 11:00:48 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/160*120/generic-traffic.jpg
Do you drive it? Here's a hint: it's not I-5.

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]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/video/#!/the-scene/cars/Cutting-Edge-Rescues/117213758 Wed, 02 Mar 2011 07:16:14 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/KNSD_Cutting_Edge_Rescues_030111_01_mezzn_722x406.jpg
How easily can rescuers get you out of a serious wreck?

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How easily can rescuers get you out of a serious wreck?

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No matter where you go, this is where you should be.

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California is now allowing insurance companies to base their rates on your mileage.

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The replica convertible went out of control on Torrey Pines Road.

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Gas prices are on the rise for regular and diesel.

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You can download special apps to your mobile device.

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Guy who fixes fire engines drives "fire engine red" classic car

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"Do I have to move to another state to get a driver's license?" asks one driver.

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Fixing your vehicle when it fails will be more expensive, for most owners.

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]]> http://www.nbcsandiego.com/video/#!/the-scene/cars/Oh,-Rats!-Car-Trouble-Again/112915459 Wed, 05 Jan 2011 07:45:27 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/160*120/rats2.jpg
Car mechanics are seeing a flood of problems.

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If you're thinking about buying one, there are some things to think about.]]> Fri, 31 Dec 2010 07:45:33 -0700 http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/160*160/gas-prices-1.jpg
There's never been a better time to invest in transit.

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Top manufacturers showcase more than 400 cars in San Diego.

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