In terms of green car technology, North America is just catching up to the rest of the world. As green technology costs come in line with the value to the consumer, we'll probably see more eco-friendly cars hit the street. Whether it's gasoline-electric hybrids, hydrogen fuel cells, electric, new-generation diesel or the next big thing, AutoWeek cover it on these pages.

COPY CHIEF WENDY WARREN KEEBLER: I just reread Mark Vaughn's Drives story on the Fiesta and it confirmed what I suspected: This is not the Fiesta we've been wanting. As Mark says, "the first version of the Fiesta is not for enthusiast buyers.

Traditional vacation protocol tells us that unplugging from technology is essential for a relaxing holiday.

The Obama Administration initially wanted Nissan-Renault CEO Carlos Ghosn to run GM after Rick Wagoner was ousted in 2009, and repeatedly pressed Fiat to put up cash for a stake in Chrysler, according to an upcoming book about the government bailout...

In today's News Brake: The Chevy Cruze hatchback will debut in Paris, the 2011 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor upgrades its engine, and we test drive the 2010 Mazda RX-8 . . . But Wait, There's More!

During my stint in the Avalon, we made a trip north to deliver wedding supplies to the family, loading most of the items, including a suitcase, in its mammoth trunk. In fact, it swallowed up everything with room to spare.

Chevrolet is using the Paris auto show to roll out a five-door version of the Cruze, its much-anticipated small car.

EXECUTIVE EDITOR ROGER HART: I have a real love/hate relationship with this car. I love the exterior design, but hate the way the B-pillar blocks your side view.

WITH VIDEO -- Cars and guitars--who can explain why the two go together? NHRA Museum director Tony Thacker says they both represent freedom. You could say they're both a means of self-expression.

A larger standard engine and more seating capacity are the big changes for the 2011 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor pickup.

EDITOR WES RAYNAL: I was impressed with this car and frankly, I didn't think I would be. It is, in my opinion, one of the best-driving small cars on the market, driving like a much bigger car.

Feel like boating this holiday weekend? Here's what every AutoWeek reader needs: Mega-yacht builder Strand-Craft has introduced its extravagant 122, which the company calls a "high-performance streamlined Open super yacht."

In today's News Brake: The Ferrari 458 Italia is recalled after fire reports, the 2011 Dodge Durango is revealed, and Jaguar concept shows future in sports-car styling . . . But Wait, There's More!

ASSOCIATE EDITOR JONATHAN WONG: Nothing like an automatic transmission to put a damper on the party. All of my Cadillac CTS-V experiences up until a month ago were with the automatic transmissions.

Ferrari is recalling 1,248 copies of the 458 Italia to replace an adhesive prone to catching fire.

Hyundai will debut a small van called the ix20 at this year's Paris auto show.

Jaguar will preview a new styling direction at the Paris motor show later this month with a sports-car concept that also celebrates the company's 75th anniversary.

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