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Acadia has Monster Month as GMC Sales Rise in May
The 2015 GMC Acadia Photo: © General Motors GMC continued it substantial roll in May by delivering sales of 50,657 vehicles in the United States. Performing 12.5% better than the…
Local Church Uses Cars to Spread Hope During Coronavirus Scare
Dozens of cars in Newport, Virginia, are now advertising a charitable website to the community Photo: General Motors The current coronavirus pandemic has been a frightening event for many of…
The Best Paramount Plus Movies for Auto Enthusiasts
Meet the newest heavyweight in the streaming game: Paramount Plus. Formerly known as CBS All Access, this service recently launched a major expansion. Subscribers can choose from a deep catalog…
Honda and GM to Invest $2.75 Billion in Self-Driving Tech
Honda announced on Wednesday it took a $750 million equity stake in Cruise, General Motors’ autonomous vehicle subsidiary. Over the next 12 years, two companies will together invest $2.75 billion…
Little Tikes Replica Capable of 70 MPH Selling For $33,000 on eBay
This Little Tikes replica is capable of 70 mph and recently found its way onto eBay For many people, the first vehicle they could call their own was probably one…
What’s in a Name: Why Lincoln Chose the Corsair Name
Photo: Lincoln Motor Company We can all breathe a collective sigh of relief comforted by the knowledge that Lincoln is totally, completely, officially done naming its vehicles using the MK_ nomenclature. What…
Chevy Corvette and Traverse Are Two of the 10 Cars You Should Buy New
The Chevy Corvette is just one of the rides worth buying new instead of pre-owned Photo: Chevrolet You might think that buying a used vehicle is more cost-savvy than buying…
2021 Toyota Avalon Gets AWD for the First Time
Photo: Toyota Toyota has officially announced details for the 2021 Toyota Avalon, which for the first time will be available with all-wheel drive and a special Nightshade Edition model that’s…
Griddly Headz Racing Review: A Head-to-Head NASCAR Brawling Board Game
I’ve seen — and played — a lot of racing board games with my family over the years, but it wasn’t until recently that I got hold of a copy…
Which Car Parts Are Thieves Most Likely to Steal?
Your car has a lot of valuable parts, and parking it outside where thieves can discreetly access it makes it a target. While most break-ins and smash-and-grabs target expensive belongings…
What’s New In The 2018 Nissan Leaf?
The 2018 Nissan Leaf has finally been unveiled seven years after the first generation burst out onto the international scene as the most affordable mass-production electric vehicle. It has a…
Formula De Review: Thoughts on the Celebrated Racing Board Game
Many automotive racing board games have topped dining room tables over the years, but few have reached the lauded reputation and enthusiastic popularity of Formula De. Most gamers know this title…
Should Bull Bars Be Banned in the USA?
A GMC Police vehicle with bull bars Photo:Mesa0789 American trucks have a lot of controversial accessories – we’re looking at you, truck nutz. It turns out that one accessory flying…
What to Do If You're Struggling to Make Car Payments
Communication is key to finding the help you need when you can’t make a car payment If you’ve recently lost your job or experienced some other financial hardship, you might…
Sun Sets on Ram 1500 TRX…For Now
Photo: RAM Despite its 702 horses and dune-hopping capabilities, the supercharged Ram 1500 TRX is on its way out. It will end production at the end of 2023, making the…
Mild-Hybrid Chevrolet Orlando Models Come to China
Photo: Chevrolet The Chevrolet Orlando crossover lineup for the Chinese market has added five new variants that incorporate mild-hybrid technology and an array of fresh tech features. Chevy on Your…
OnStar's Personalized Safety Services Take Center Stage in Dramatic New Ad
OnStar is launching a new ad campaign to bring the focus back to its safety services Photo: Wikimedia Commons A new OnStar ad debuting on TV today is designed to…
What Was The Real Green Book?
This winter, one of the big Oscar-bait movies headed to theaters is The Green Book. It tells the story of a real black artist named Dr. Don Shirley who hired…
Mitsubishi ‘Kids Talk Safety’ Campaign Named a WOMMY Award Finalist
Mitsubishi’s “Kids Talk Safety” campaign, launched at the end of last year, is sure getting a lot of attention. It won the 2017 Driving Engagement Award this February and now…
Chevy Convinced Over 1,000 Young People to Buy a Trax
The 2015 Chevy Trax, parked in front of this really cool doughnut bar you’ve probably never heard of ©GM Chevrolet’s marketing campaign for the new Trax has been courting the…
Fiat 500 Ribelle, Fiat 500L Urbana Trekking Hit Miami in Style
While SEMA and the Los Angeles Auto Show tend to steal the thunder during November, the Miami International Auto Show in Florida is still an exciting event. Fiat is keeping…
New Study: Are Senior Citizens More Important Than Millennials to Auto Industry?
The population of American senior citizens continues to rise as the Baby Boomer generation crosses the 65-or-older threshold. On top of that, seniors are–on average–healthier and wealthier than ever recorded…
5 Ways to Make Your Commute Safer
Photo: James Schwartz (Creative Commons 2.0) Driving is the most dangerous activity Americans engage in on a daily basis. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, road accidents…
Ford World Headquarters’ Bees Deliver Honey Harvest
Bees at Ford WHQ generated enough honey to harvest this year Photo: Ford Saturday is National Honeybee Day, and Ford is celebrating with the announcement that the bees at its…
US News Names GMC Sierra 1500, 2500/3500HD Models to its Best Diesel Trucks of 2020 List
2020 GMC Sierra 3500HD Photo: Steve Fecht for GMC Towing and hauling power is impressive in diesel-powered trucks and coveted by drivers in need of a formidable vehicle. Drivers looking…
Electrifying Updates for 2020 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell
Photo: Honda The 2020 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell is now officially available at select dealerships and comes with a number of notable updates for the new model year. But first,…
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Overview
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Photo: © General Motors The 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is a light duty pickup with a starting MSRP of $39,450. With the choice either 2WD or…
New Honda Fuel Cell Vehicle Will Be Based on Next-Gen CR-V
Photo: Honda Honda has announced it will make an all-new hydrogen fuel cell vehicle based on the recently-revealed next-generation 2023 Honda CR-V. The hydrogen variant will go into production next…
GM Ignition Switch Recall Expands to 2.2 Million Vehicles
GM CEO Mary Barra is at the forefront of the GM ignition switch recall firestorm. Everybody loves Friday. Everybody, it seems, except for General Motors. First, news broke that they…
2013 Nissan Frontier Overview
2013 Nissan Frontier Overview The 2013 Nissan Frontier gets an improved fuel economy with a few engine and aerodynamic tweaks, while the feature list gains a few new additions, including…
Lexus Shuts Down Rumors of LFA Successor
With only 500 examples produced over two years, the Lexus LFA was a rare bird. The first Lexus supercar had a deafening, high-revving 4.8-liter V10 and a lightning fast sequential…
Vehicular Viewing: New on Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu for October 2019
Do you love racing documentaries, road trips, or sequels to iconic series? Sure you do. If you’re a Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Hulu subscriber, these are just a few of…
Ford Teases New Small Off-Road SUV; Announces Explorer ST, Bronco Hybrid, Tons More
WHAT’S ALL THIS THEN Oh, y’all thought this was gonna a slow news day? Welp. Strap in. Ford on Thursday offered up the first teaser images of an as-yet-unnamed small…
Jeep Wrangler and Chrysler Pacifica Are Best for Dog Lovers
The Mopar pet kennel in the Chrysler Pacifica Photo: FCA For the second year in a row, the Jeep Wrangler and Chrysler Pacifica have landed spots on Autotrader’s list of…
Study from AAA and the University of Utah Shows In-Vehicle Technology is Dangerously Distracting
A long-awaited suspicion has been confirmed. Thanks to a study organized by the American Automobile Association (AAA)’s Foundation for Traffic Safety and the University of Utah, we can officially say…
Great Horned Owl Gets “Owl” Up in an SUV's Grille
Well “owl” be damned! Photo:Andrea Westmoreland Because great horned owls are highly sedentary birds, they rarely travel more than a few miles outside of their established territories, even while hunting.…
Chevrolet Hired BuzzFeed Writers to Take Selfies
In Chevrolet’s attempts to endear the new Trax small crossover to Millennials, the automaker launched a “Hidden Gems” marketing campaign earlier this year, which involved hiring “social media influencers” to…
Volvo Adopts California Emissions Standards
Volvo’s first all-electric vehicle: the XC40 Recharge Photo: Volvo In a decision at the tail end of March, the Trump administration took action to soften emissions standards across the United…
2019 Cadillac XT5 Overview
For powerful performance, practical features, and an array of luxurious touches, turn to the sleek 2019 Cadillac XT5 crossover. The XT5 is available at four trim levels: XT5, Luxury, Premium Luxury,…
Infographic: How to Improve Your Fuel Efficiency
May marks two important month-long observances for eco-minded individuals. In May, we celebrate both National EcoDriving Month and Clean Air Month. To honor both of these important observances, we’ve put together…
Edward Scissorhands Has a Son, and He Drives a Lyriq
I definitely watched the Super Bowl, and I loved it so much that I decided to publish this article a full 12 days after it aired. While I delighted in…
Ford and Lincoln Building Three New Vehicles in China
Photo: Ford Motor Company As part of its plans to grow the Ford and Lincoln brands in China, Ford Motor Company will build three new vehicles domestically, including the all-new…
[PHOTOS] 2020 GMC Sierra HD Boasts New Look, New Trailering Tech
The all-new 2020 GMC Sierra HD Hot on the heels of the redesigned 2019 GMC Sierra 1500, the 2020 GMC Sierra HD arrives with more towing muscle, a suite of…
2021 Honda Civic Type R Sets Suzuka Track Record
Photo: Honda The Suzuka Circuit in Japan ranks among the most iconic race tracks in the world, and is regularly rated by drivers as one of the most fun to…
Ford Puma Production Kicks Off in Romania
Ford Puma production gets underway at the Craiova, Romania plant Photo: Ford Motor Company Production on the new Ford Puma kicked off this month at the automaker’s manufacturing facility in…
Senate Introduces New Bill Which Could Accelerate GM's EV Battery Production
Last week, the U.S. Senate introduced the American Mineral Security Act, a bill which would help boost domestic production of minerals used in making EV batteries. The legislation promises to help…
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Kelley Blue Book has created a list of the 10 Best Used Subcompact Cars Under $10,000, recognizing small, affordable cars that are fuel-efficient and share many features with larger vehicles.…
Is Driving a Car Difficult for a Left-Handed Person?
Although I, like many people, am right-handed, I’ve often wondered if driving a car is different for a left-handed person than it is for a right-handed driver. Are there aspects of the…
Toyota and Taylor Swift Team Up for Be Safety Leaders Campaign in Asia
Taylor Swift urges her fans to wear seatbelts Like her or not, there’s no denying that Taylor Swift is a hit, both in the U.S. and overseas. As the sultry…
When Should You Switch to a Convertible Car Seat?
Photo: Dan Harrelson via CC From the time you first find out you’re expecting a child, car seat safety is likely high on your list of priorities. All U.S. states…
