Mercury Grand Marquis News

Dermot Funchion, 39, of Chicago, was thinking about buying a new Ford Mercury Grand Marquis, or maybe a Dodge Caliber.

Some Wabash Valley car dealers believe a bailout of the "Big Three" American automakers could boost car sales, but, in the meantime, they are toughing out a big slump in new car sales.

Ford's Mercury brand stands as a legendary badge with a long history. These days, the brand offers five models.

Q You've written that cold starts affect the batteries in a hybrid. Why not remove the batteries and keep them warm inside overnight when temperatures drop? - M.B., Chicago A You confuse a traditional car ...

GFS Marketplace is teaming up with The Salvation Army and radio station WBOW-FM 102.7 to collect nonperishable food items for the food pantry.

The Mobile County Sheriff's Office is seeking information about the whereabouts of 41-year-old Terran Cavanaugh, who has been missing since Oct.

Big cars have advantages like a comfortable ride and roomy interior. But their long hoods and large trunks can be difficult to see over.

NHTSA: Ford's Chinese tire troubles; Kerkorian selling Ford; Unsafe knock-offs; Americans driving less There's good news, bad news and - finally - some smart, encouraging news by and for American drivers.

Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at 9:42 p.m. MORE THAN A MILLION FORD VEHICLES ARE THE SUBJECT OF A GOVERNMENT INVESTIGATION THAT CONCERNS THEIR TIRES AND VALVE STEMS.

The government is investigating more than 1 million Ford Motor Co. vehicles after receiving reports of tires leaking because of faulty valve stems made by a Chinese company.

October 21, 2008 10:05 AM - Ivy Plummer has been driving for 83 years a ' and now that she's a centenarian, she has no plans to stop getting behind the wheel.

Two men remained incarcerated in the Guernsey County jail Wednesday on felony holds after the Ohio State Highway Patrol seized 625 grams of cocaine valued at $62,500 from a vehicle one of the men was driving on ...

A traffic stop for speeding in a construction zone on Interstate 80 in Buffalo County led to the seizure of 60 A1 2 lbs.

Q I have three vehicles with large V8 engines. They are all geared fairly high. What is the best rpm to drive at for economy on a level highway? A Most late-model American V8 engines produce their best fuel ...

A twist on a serious crime on Detroit's west side. Benjamin Gaines shared his frightening experience with other residents at the Glen Court Apartments.

One case involves an apparently tipsy robber who forgot to put his car in park. The other case involves a suspect whose face and voice were both recorded as he made demands at an Ensley Avenue gas station.

Q. I purchased a brand new 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis in November 2007. My problem has to do with the interior.

Student journalist Josh O'Kane explores the ultimate crisis: Leaving his parents' basement.

Firefighters and paramedics - check. Tow truck drivers - check. Cars decked out in wild paint jobs, only to be beat to heck? Definitely, check.

I'll have a review of the new 2009 Honda Fit later this week when the pesky embargo lifts.