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Safety investigators dismissed numerous reports of sudden acceleration, then said data were lacking.

Engineer Robert M. Sanchez’s cause of death is listed as massive trauma injuries from the accident, which killed 25 people

Burlington Northern Santa Fe and Union Pacific, which share tracks with Metrolink, say the system’s complexity may prevent a complete rollout by that date, however.

Pedaling to work is such a joyful thing -- if only all those recent new cyclists (with an aversion to high gas prices) would go back to their cars.

Europe’s Car of the Year is fun to own and drive -- not least because of its fuel economy.

Where are the hot-cool small cars, the drive-all-night cars, the panties-on-the-mirror cars?

One Angeleno got tired of waiting for the advent of the affordable electric vehicle, and opted to build one himself. His car is one part Porsche, one part ingenuity. But it gets him around the city.

Ducati’s new 696 Monster is antipasto on a salad bar budget.

The total family package is high-functioning and deserves a good home.

Chrysler said Monday that it would indefinitely close one Missouri plant and cut production at another because of slumping demand for pickup trucks and minivans.

“Speeding, speeding, speeding.”

The police motorcycle -- favored by the CHP and the L.A. Sheriff’s Department -- keeps drivers in line.

And it’s solid and safe, with charisma to boot.

Thanks to the A4, a troubled Audi was recharged in the ‘90s. This time the brand doesn’t need saving, but the sedan comes back looking like a hero anyway.

National Insurance Crime Bureau’s VINCheck Unrecovered Stolen Vehicle Database is a free public catalog of vehicles declared a total loss, “or totaled,” by insurers.

Automakers are lining up celebrities to promote the technology, but the clean fuel isn’t ready for prime time.

I’d like to begin this column with an apology. I’m sorry for ruining your day.

A rejiggered product from Down Under, the G8 tries hard to please. Just don’t compare it to the BMW 5-series.

When approving developments, local officials have sidestepped laws meant to limit the effects on traffic.

The popular crossover has lost the boxiness and gained a few inches. In other words, there’s more space for your legs, plus the skis, bikes or kids.

California DMV hopes to create a portal through which people can check the accuracy of their records.

Sport bikes stay in competition with annual overhauls.

In only its third year, the Los Angeles Concours d’Elegance has carved out a spot among the region’s elite car shows.

What does that get you? A bike Zeus could love.

You can have your shiny new Bimmer. Your eerily silent hybrids and your Lamborghini.

This year’s flaming-hot spring has given motorists in Southern California an early reminder of how a car can become a kitchen oven.

Road safety issues are the same as those for motorcycle riders, so a driving class is worthwhile.

As gasoline prices soar, scooter sales are booming. From mini to maxi, they’ll take you from the corner grocery to the freeway (and some of these cycles get more than 100 miles per gallon).

Road safety issues are the same as those for motorcycle riders, so a driving class is worthwhile.

As a reborn pony car, the fuel-inefficient Challenger is a retro stallion

The Swiss quadricycle has a BMW powertrain, the heart of a motorcycle and the suspension of a race car. If only it could be registered in California.

The GM import is as entertaining and nimble as its German cousin, the Opel Astra.

How cameras can help traffic flow; automated cars show potential.

Is it cold in here, or is it me?

The May 3 event spotlights the sport’s history and, yes, some of its legends.

The sedan has the requisite sparkle and performance, but feels like a luxury car wrapped around an economy powertrain.

Custom ace Ian Barry and actor Jason Lee are behind the Bullet Falcon, crossing a 1950 Triumph Thunderbird with a 1920s board track racer aesthetic.

Products such as a car turntable, alloy wheels and a cleansing wax hail from the region.

The best-selling small SUV in Europe vrooms to American shores.

Redone for 2008, the CBR1000RR is ultra fast and easy to use , with systems that makes its power user friendly.

Motocross daredevil Travis Pastrana lands in documentary.

Ask any female biker and she’ll tell you the same thing: A motorcycle is a great prop for soliciting male attention.

A marvel of power and speed, the all-wheel-drive GT-R coupe is so safe and serene that it’s curiously lacking in thrills.

The new luxury sedan has all the sparkle and power you’d expect. If they could just do something about that grille.

They are random and senseless: Stay safe with courteous driving.

In bringing the newest Ulysses to market, Erik Buell has lived quite the odyssey -- from farm boy to Superbike racer to Harley-Davidson engineer to Buell Motorcycle Co. founder, chairman and chief technical officer.

There’s no standardized test for bikes’ fuel economy, so where are figures coming from? Hint: the EPA emissions test is involved.

The 200-mph supercar, basically a Porsche Motorsport version of the 911 Turbo, is all the scarier for its effortless ways.

Many of the Dodger faithful remember the gridlock at the stadium on Opening Day last year. The club says it has added 1,000 new spaces.

The Murano’s new front looks more aggressive, but not much has changed on the road.

The WR250X is best zipping through city pavements and canyons, where its 282 pounds are easy and fun to throw around.

The 135i packs a lot of oomph into its little body, but those looks . . .

A small California company is bringing back a bike popular a century ago.

The automaker says it will shut down all operations for two weeks in July.

Southwest Airlines temporarily grounded several dozen planes and canceled flights Wednesday as the nation’s largest low-cost carrier was hit with its second safety inspection problem in a week.

The little car that could grows out but, whew, not up with the Clubman.

What should passengers do if the driver sickens at the wheel? Play it cool while taking control of the car, CHP suggests.

Northrop Grumman Corp., the third- largest U.S. defense company, said it won a $35 billion Air Force aerial refueling tanker program because its bid was “more advantageous” in four of the five areas weighed in the contest.

When O’Gara Coach Co. of Beverly Hills talks, the chaps in England listen, very closely.

The single-cylinder, street-specific Duke was born to accelerate and brake hard. But is it an aristocrat through and through?

Not too big, not too small, Hyundai’s Elantra finds its spot as a fairly guilt-free economy ride.

Car manufacturers don’t recommend such frequent changes for many vehicles -- and all that used oil is bad for the environment.

There are many ways to learn Italian. You can take a language class and memorize the words.

In looks, ride, even in sound, a Ford Mustang edition pays proper homage to a legend.

The eight-speed IS-F brings swift splendor to the high-performance luxury club.

Dual-sport bike is also an easy rider.

The new Audi TT is a bolder, sleeker version of its old self. Yes, still the designer’s dream car.

It may have started as a dirt bike, but after customization it’s been transformed into the Super Single. Will it catch on with road racers?

Computer-like precision kind of takes the fun out of it.

George Clooney takes a spin on a replica 1918 Indian, Tom Cruise buys a special Ducati, and Jesse James just builds his own.

Not to rub it in, but I do have a dream job. I get paid to ride motorcycles.

A sneak peek shows the truck-nugget tackles today’s big issues: driveability, fuel efficiency, space.

It doesn’t rain very often in sunny SoCal, but when it does, motorcyclists should consider these 10 tips from Ray Ochs, director of training systems for the Motorcycle Safety Foundation: 1.

Sales are down, costs are up. Despite that, bike makers are optimistic. Expect new models, even a new niche.

Harley’s 2008 softail merges post-war nostalgia with ultra-modern cool.

Responding to a Times column, Southern California motorists describe unsafe and rude behavior they have seen on the road.

Moto Guzzi’s 2008 Breva 1200 Sport attempts to be slick and sexy. But mamma mia, is it thick around the ankles.

The Subaru Impreza WRX STI is still rowdy enough to delight true believers. Yet nuance is part of the story in ’08.

The transportation authority’s committee has recommended a $457,280 time-keeping system to keep track of workers’ hours.

The new VTX1300T is a meat-and-potatoes sort of cruiser.

Infiniti’s feisty little hatchback protects car and driver with its lane sensors and AVM cameras.

A commuter new to the city is haunted by the images of the poor and desperate and buoyed by glimpses of kindness she sees on the subway.

Three-wheelers draw more and more interest. The Aptera Typ-1, Trirod Adrenaline, Piaggio MP3, Vectrix 3-wheeler and Can-am Spyder 3-wheelers demonstrate why.

There are any number of problems we can address to make driving more tolerable. But let’s start with these 10.

Three-wheelers are registered as motorcycles in California, but even though they have a third wheel and different handling characteristics, an official safety class for three-wheelers doesn’t exist.

MTA officials say the light rail line will bring prosperity to businesspeople.

The company’s middleweight bike is ready for a wild time; it’s no commuter.

The Tahoe Hybrid is smart, smooth and strong, but it’s a lot of vehicle for a little environmental progress.

This battery-assisted bike is not only good for the earth, it’s good for the wallet.

Heavy on the technical -- and on the bulk

An MTA proposal to convert the lanes to toll roads has some fuming.

Suzuki B-King is for Lord Vader. His chariot awaits.

His awe-inspiring stunts could take your breath away, but Evel Knievel’s boundless optimism was the most heroic act.

A bit better gas mileage, but only by a bit

It’s average, but that’s a good thing.

TAKE 15 pound-feet of torque. Factor in 22.5 horsepower.

Safety harnesses should be required for animals.

Tired of just reading about electric cars, plug-in hybrids and other alternative-fuel vehicles?

Imagine a place where motorcycles outnumber everything else on the road 5 to 1 - a place where the bikes are small, the tank badges are in Mandarin and the seats are covered in tapestries.

The GOP presidential candidate says U.S. sovereignty is at risk. Highway and trade officials and transportation consultants say there are no plans for such a project.

With one driver for every 62 residents, the Albanian and Korean cabbies drive circles around other towns. Well, it’s just one circle: Only 10 miles of road are paved.

Mercedes GL320 CDI is just fine, but it’s another SUV in a world that should be thinking green.

It’s a nifty ride, but China’s Jialing JH600 dual sport bike would need refinement and a price cut before cracking the U.S. market.

First off, forget the spiked helmet and learn to enjoy the ride, says ‘American Thunder’s’ Jay Barbieri.

Skip the test, watch the film. Videos may help drivers learn rules of the road.

Overhauled for 2008, the Hayabusa boasts extra horses, but user-friendliness is also one of its goals.

From stem to stern, Audi’s S5 Coupe is one smooth operator, all refinement and lubriciousness. Get it on the highway, and it moves like greased lightning.

Motorcycle makers unveil their 2008 lineup, with a focus on speed and style.

Hey, did you hear the one about Jay Leno and his eco-friendly Burbank garage?

LOVING cars and being green don’t have to be mutually exclusive.

And often, the more expensive the vehicle -- Mercedes C class cars, Infiniti G35s and Lexus IS drivers beware -- the higher the bill.

The Oscar-winning actor loves motorcycles. His latest role, in ‘The Darjeeling Limited,’ gave him a chance to ride on screen.

The U.S. carmaker announces plans to build a facility there to study alternative fuels.

Buell Motorcycle Co. has long billed itself as the lone manufacturer of U.S. sport bikes, but that claim should come with an asterisk.

Plagued by reliability issues, the company is doing damage control with its new C-class.

The Chrysler Town & Country Limited -- quick, comfortable and commodious -- is a patriarch among minivans.

Scandals with directed repair programs may shake up auto body industry practices.

Victory Motorcycles isn’t just cruising with its ’08 Vision

Whether you’re stranded at the Denver airport or knocking around Central Park, there are several options for charging your cellphone in a pinch.

Protective garments can, at the least, offer essential abrasion resistance.

The federal guidelines should be updated to address ‘roll-off’ problems and unapproved headgear, researchers say.

At Femmoto, women get to test-ride all kinds of bikes and manufacturers can check their appeal with a key market segment.

A better tactic? Weighing in on crash-prevention measures, motorcycle organizations say.

Pilot program uses roadside monitors to test emission levels.

The company’s newest canine is smaller and was built for more entry-level riders.

Overindulgence done right, Mercedes-Benz’s CL63 is luxe lightning.

Plagued by 2,200 active lawsuits, the road-building agency isn’t in the business of hearing complaints.

My wheels were rolling along, alternately sliding and gliding over sand, rocks and dirt.

The Accord EX-L’s quieter, safer, more middle-of-the road. Just like its target audience.

Kawasaki’s new Versys is a versatile machine that’s equally at home on canyon roads and congested streets.

2008 Kawasaki Versys Base price: $6,899 Powertrain: four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, parallel twin, four valves per cylinder, fuel-injected, six speed Bore and stroke: 83 mm x 60 mm Maximum torque: 44.9 pound-feet at 6,800 rpm Seat height: 33.1 inches Dry weight: 399 pounds

The new 2008 Concours 14 comes in a single color that’s more appropriate for Seattle than SoCal.

Upgrades inside and out give the coupe a more refined feel.