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Ways to Make Summer Driving Cooler
Summer fun becomes not so fun when you’re dealing with a scorching interior, lackluster air conditioning system, and funky smelling upholstery. But, you can make driving in the summer a…
Ford is Europe's No. 2 Brand, Top Commercial Vehicle Brand in First Quarter
Ford Kuga Vignale Ford closed out the first quarter of 2018 as the No. 2 brand in Europe with sales of 382,900 vehicles and an 8% market share across its…
Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang Stars in “Power” Music Video, Which Features Use of the Word “Gasoline-y”
It’s Friday. Maybe you’re dragging at work already, slurping the last traces of sugary nectar from the lip of your empty can of Monster or hoping against hope that somebody…
2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Gets Price Tag, 52 MPG Rating
Photo: Hyundai The new 2020 Sonata Hybrid is one of the most efficient and advanced vehicles in the Hyundai lineup — and now it has an official price tag. Another…
Mazda Motor Corp to More Than Triple Engine Production at Thailand Plant
Mazda’s SKYACTIV-D Diesel Engine Back in October of last year, Mazda finally began full-scale production at Mazda Powertrain Manufacturing Thailand (MPMT), an engine assembly plant in Chomburi, Thailand, raising production…
Ford Sales Down in Europe in September; Fiesta Production Ramping Up to Meet Surging Demand
Ford Motor Company saw its sales decline 10.9% in its traditional Euro 20 markets in September, totaling 129,900 vehicles delivered. Passenger vehicle sales fell 14.3% at 91,200 vehicles, and commercial…
2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Wins KBB Award
This Mitsubishi SUV has a lot to offer when it comes to value Photo: Mitsubishi The mid-size SUV segment is quickly becoming one of the most popular across the automotive…
Running Car’s A/C May Help Minimize Contact with Toxins During Commute
Cars, trucks, and SUVs release a lot of toxins into the air, and drivers and their passengers are susceptible to the dangerous effects of this air pollution every time they…
Corridor Digital's Remote Control Car Epic Brings Childhood to Life
The Parrot Jumping Sumo takes remote-controlled action to new heights Photo:CorridorDigital via YouTube Forget that special last night on television; if you want to see a real toy story, check…
New Lincoln Corsair Commercials Promise 'Good News'
A pair of new Lincoln Corsair commercials dropped in early March Photo: Lincoln Boy, if there was ever a time that we all needed some good news, now’s about right.…
4 Reasons to Use a Steering Wheel Cover
Photo: The News Wheel A steering wheel cover may seem like a purely aesthetic accessory to install, but it actually offers a handful of functional benefits too. Beyond sprucing up…
10 Facts To Know About Red Light Cameras In California
Red light cameras are designed for safety, but there’s always a chance you may receive a ticket without breaking any rules. If you do find yourself facing this scenario, hiring…
Ford Bronco R Race Prototype Teases What's to Come
The Ford Bronco R race prototype Photo: Ford Motor Company At this point, folks, it’s gotta be just a matter of time before we lay eyes on the 2021 Ford…
NHTSA Declines To Regulate Self-Driving Cars, Says Drunk Driving, Seat Belts Are Bigger Problems
GM plans to start mass-producing the self-driving Cruise AV in 2019 Following the collision between a self-driving Uber and a woman crossing the street with her bike that caused the…
Rumor: Jeep Renegade to Receive a Hybrid Model
The Renegade might be getting ready to go green Jeep-branded vehicles are famous for their off-roading capabilities, but certainly aren’t as renowned for their fuel economies. Despite this, Jeep executives…
RVs Must Now Be Sold with Clear Length Label
Photo: Jayco Good news, recreational vehicle shoppers. Starting on Jan. 1, 2021, all newly manufactured RVs will be required to bear a label that clearly states their overall length. One…
3 Nissans Top 2020 JD Power Quality Study
2020 Nissan Maxima Photo: Nissan In the 2020 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study, three Nissan models — the Maxima, Murano, and Armada — have topped their respective segments and helped…
Chevy Silverado Recognized For Easy Care
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Photo: Chevrolet The well-equipped Chevrolet Silverado has earned legions of fans for decades. With a responsive powertrain, impressive capability, and trustworthy reliability, the Chevy Silverado is…
2021 Buick Enclave Makes US News List of Quietest SUVs
The 2021 Buick Enclave Photo: Buick When your vehicle has a quiet interior, it makes driving through a bustling city less irritating and makes it easier for your kids to…
Classic Car Cinema: Revisiting Steve McQueen's 'Le Mans' Film
Photo: Cinema Center Films, National General Pictures Photo: Cinema Center Films, National General Pictures Back in the mid-twentieth century, now-legendary influencers in Hollywood were pushing the boundaries of and redefining…
2020 Nissan Maxima Earns “Superior” Rating for Pedestrian Detection
Source: Nissan When it comes to pedestrian detection capabilities, not all vehicles are created equal. Nissan vehicles, however, rank among the best on the market. Nissan’s pedestrian detection technology earned…
3 Ways to Stay Cool Without Air Conditioning in Your Car
Every car runs into maintenance problems sooner or later. But, as the universe doesn’t seem to care what time of year it is, you may find yourself without air conditioning…
2017 F-150 Raptor Unleashed, is Clever Girl
Whatcha thinkin bout, 2017 F-150 Raptor? Oh, I dunno, mountain stuff, I guess. If you’re feeling constant, powerful vibrations beneath your feet at this very moment, then you’re catching the…
2019 Chevy Cruze to Reportedly Drop Manual Transmission
The most recent batch of Chevy Cruzes might be the last to have manual transmissions In an automotive world where manual transmissions are disappearing at an alarming rate, the Chevrolet…
Nissan Kicks Earns Sport on US News’ List of 15 Best Cars for Short People for 2019
2019 Nissan Kicks Photo: Nissan The Nissan Kicks continues to be a popular SUV in the Nissan lineup, and according to the experts at U.S. News & World Report, it…
2020 GMC Sierra 1500 Adds New Tech, New Configurations
The 2020 GMC Sierra Denali CarbonPro Edition Photo: GMC Hot on the heels of last year’s complete redesign, the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 will add new technology options and expand…
What to Know About the 2019 F1 Aero Changes
Photo: Kate Nesheim For the 2019 season, Formula One is yet again adopting significantly new aerodynamic changes designed to promote overtaking. If you’re interested in the important non-aero regulation changes…
Jeep and Bill Murray Shake Things Up with a “Groundhog Day” Super Bowl Ad
Photo: FCA For the Super Bowl, Jeep debuted a 60-second ad spot in which Bill Murray reprised his iconic role as Phil Connors from the movie “Groundhog Day” — but…
Nissan Working on Technology to Make Telepathic Driving a Reality
Nissan will showcase its Brain-to-Vehicle or B2V technology, which allows the vehicle to read signals from the driver’s brain, at CES 2018, set for Jan. 9-12 in Las Vegas Photo:…
Season One Supernatural Impala Found
Any fan of the paranormal TV show Supernatural will tell you that it has a signature vehicle: a 1967 Chevrolet Impala. At the end of season one, the original Impala…
Toyota Could Use Uber Tech in Self-Driving Cars
Toyota and Uber are reportedly discussing the possibility of installing the latter’s self-driving system in the former’s vehicles. According to Nikkei, a Japanese business daily, Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi met…
The Lincoln Continental Might Be Getting Suicide Doors
It was suggested earlier this month that Ford might already be looking into terminating the new Lincoln Continental sedan at the end of its lifespan. The culprit here would be…
Ireland's New Climate Plan to Reduce Emissions and Transform Cities
Ireland’s new Climate Action Plan will help promote cleaner air and revolutionize cities. Here’s a brief overview of what the plan aims to accomplish for the Irish people, as well…
Toyota Teams Up With SoftBank on Driverless Car Project
In the autonomous vehicle business, partnerships are everything. The cost and complexity of developing self-driving technology is such that auto and tech companies are striking alliances left and right in…
Mattel and Warner Bros. Are Teaming Up for a Hot Wheels Movie
Can we expect to see loops and rings of fire as well? The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part arrives at movie theaters nationwide today. Five years ago, the first…
Vauxhall Viva Reborn from Chevy Spark, Should Be Called Reviva?
Pictured: The 2014 Sparks It’s alive! The long-gone Vauxhall Viva badge, which hasn’t been used since 1979, will return at last, though GM missed a lovely opportunity to have some…
Tips for Transporting your Thanksgiving Dishes
Photo: Gerry Ah, Thanksgiving — that glorious day when we can eat all the carbs, try every kind of dessert possible, and fall asleep in front of the TV with…
Don't Use Water as Windshield Washer Fluid
Photo: Charles Roderick At first glance, windshield washer fluid doesn’t seem like a big deal — it’s just some brightly colored solvent that keeps your windows clean, right? Unfortunately, there…
Registration for “Mario Kart Tour” Beta Testing Is Now Open
Photo: Nintendo of America (Twitter) Over the years, the Mario Kart series of racing games have appeared on a wide range of video game consoles, from the Super Nintendo Entertainment…
The Most Useful Tip For Avoiding Black Friday Traffic Revealed
It’s that time once again, mortals. The stars are in insidious alignment high overhead, the candles have been lit in their ceremonial formations around their altars, the red crushed velvet…
10 Common Vehicle Sounds and What They Mean
What’s that mysterious ticking noise? You can tell a lot about your car from the noises it makes. On a racetrack, the rev of an engine and the squeal of…
How to Maximize Your Fuel Efficiency
Photo: The News Wheel Gas prices are starting to climb again, which might be hitting you hard in the wallet if you drive a big SUV or truck. Regardless of…
Custom Nissan Patrol with Backseat Center Steering
To get ahead with car buyers, automakers are looking for ways to innovate their vehicles to create something that their competitors can’t match. The term “one of a kind” is…
Nissan in Nigeria: Ready for Growth
The Patrol becomes the first vehicle built by Nissan in Nigeria The production of a Nissan Patrol at the Lagos, Nigeria assembly plant made Nissan the first major manufacturer to…
The Oldsmobile Expression Concept Was Gloriously Awful
The Oldsmobile Expression Concept was the future vehicle for a dystopia we never got Photo: © General Motors Every once in a while, an automaker comes along with a concept…
2022 Buick Encore GX Overview
Photo: Buick The Buick Encore GX is more than a bigger version of the Encore — it also boasts a more powerful engine and additional amenities. Here’s a look at…
Motorcyclists Are 28 Times More Likely to Die in an Accident than Those in Passenger Vehicles
Photo: Nikolai Ulltang While it’s true that fewer motorcyclists die each year than passenger vehicle occupants, that doesn’t mean it’s the safer option. In 2016, the U.S. Department of Transportation…
Ford Sees Best-Ever July Sales as F-150, Transit Hit Record Highs
While the US auto industry saw a down month in July, Ford Motor Company of Canada saw no such symptoms of slowing. In fact, last month saw Ford’s best July…
Watch an Amish Buggy Doing Donuts in Ohio
An Amish horse and buggy doing snow-nuts in Polk, Ohio We were pretty thrilled when a Honda Civic Type R was spotted driving around Marysville, Ohio. But about 90 minutes…
The Time Tiger Woods Gave Away Four Buicks
Sifting back through the years of automotive history can yield some forgotten gems. For instance, the time when legendary golfer Tiger Woods was the official spokesperson for Buick. In my…
