 |  | | From From Jonathan Lamas, your About Auto & Wheels Editor | | | Porsche’s new Macan is one serious machine. Just ask one of the fifty thousand people who ordered one without even stepping foot inside the ride. It’s not cheap, at more than $50,000+, but it’s a Porsche; a nice looking Porsche I might add! Even better, it drives like a sports car and has plenty of room for cargo. This week we’ll take a spin in Porsche’s new crossover utility vehicle. | |  | | | | The Porsche Macan is a crossover utility vehicle that handles like an all-out sports machine. We’re talking about three different suspension setups, paddle shifters on the steering wheel, and zero to 60 mph times from 4.4 to 5.2 seconds. Creature comforts? It has plenty, including an optional infotainment package, which includes navigation, satellite and HD radio, and online services. READ NOW | |  | | | A diesel powered BMW 3-series sedan? Yes, and this time it’s better than ever. New for 2014, BMW has introduced a diesel 3 named the 328d. We drove the car and think, in terms of power, it represents the best diesel has to offer. Oh, and then there’s the fuel economy. We were able to make the 380 mile trip from Los Angeles to Phoenix on just over half a tank. Got your attention? Check out our full review. READ NOW | |  | | | Have you ever wondered if you might be able to get a better deal on a used car elsewhere instead of buying local? Many good deals have been had by searching far and wide. Well, this week we’ll take a look at the cheapest states to buy a used car, as well as the most expensive. For instance, did you know that in Alabama, Arizona, and Colorado, taxes and fees account for almost 14% of the listed sales price of a car? Not that good, right? READ NOW | |  | | | Thinking of repainting your car? No doubt, it’s a pretty big decision. If you’re unhappy with your current paint job and have considered repainting your car or truck, there are some things that you should think about before you commit to the job. READ NOW | |  | | | | | An every-morning rundown of the day in history, with headlines and trends produced by your pals at About.com. Click here to sign up! It's free (of course) and we think you'll like it! | | |  | | Want More From About.com? | | | | Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Auto & Wheels newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here. If you would like to unsubscribe from all newsletters sent from About.com, please send an email to optout@about.com with "Unsubscribe" as the subject line. Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 Privacy Policy © 2014 About.com | |  |  | |