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Ricky Gervais Will Reprise His David Brent Role for ‘Life on the Road’ Film
It’s not really a secret that I am a huge fan of the American version of The Office. I won’t venture to say that I am the world’s biggest fan…
Another GM Recall: 221,558 Impalas and XTS Sedans
Despite Barra’s promise that GM recalls have been “substantially completed,” we’re met with yet another GM recall. ©GM Despite the fact that Mary Barra promised us that General Motors recalls…
Texas Gives Drivers 3 Ways to Report Credit Card Skimmers
Credit card skimmers on gas pumps are a problem throughout the nation, and The Lone Star State is no exception. That’s why the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation has…
2016 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Overview
The luxury of Mercedes-Benz comes alive in the 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class. This collection of coupes are stylized and designed to give everyone on the road car envy. However, they also…
What to Do and See in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, Ohio is not only the state’s capital, but its largest city as well. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that Columbus is hosting one of the Midwest’s most extensive auto…
Official 2020 Formula One Calendar
Barcelona awaits Photo: Reynier Carl | Unsplash The 2020 FIA Formula One World Championship will span 22 races from mid-March to the end of November, the busiest season the sport…
Formula 1: Less Overtaking but DRS Won’t Be Changed
Photo: Artes Max A month ago the FIA said it would study how the new 2017 regulations are impacting on-track overtakes in Formula 1 and consider altering how the drag…
The 1987 Buick Grand National GNX is a Performance Car Classic
Only 547 Grand National GNXs were ever produced Photo: Jimmy Smith The 1987 Buick Grand National GNX might have looked similar to the basic Buick Regal model, but looks can…
Daniel Ricciardo Wins Utterly Chaotic and Amazing Azerbaijan Grand Prix
Daniel Ricciardo celebrates his win as Lance Stroll drinks one of Ricciardo’s infamous shoeys The 2017 Azerbaijan Grand Prix—last year called the European Grand Prix—was a huge step up from…
Subaru Earns J.D. Power's 2020 Best Brand Loyalty Award
Photo: Subaru It’s not exactly a secret that Subaru’s whole image is one of love, family, and reliability — and for good reason. Yet again, the automaker proved that by…
Today’s Your Last Day to Watch “2 Fast 2 Furious” on Netflix, So Go Do That
They say you should live each day like it’s your last, because one day it will be. Well, if you’ve always dreamed of watching the first sequel in the Fast…
2020 Hyundai Elantra Gains New Transmission, Gets Better Gas Mileage
Photo: Hyundai Better fuel economy, a new transmission, and more standard safety features top the list of changes recently announced for the 2020 Hyundai Elantra. For the new model year,…
All-Star Jayson Werth Could Be Jailed For Reckless Driving
Jayson Werth can’t drive 55. Apparently, he can’t even be bothered with 95. Source: Keith Allison/Flickr USA Today is reporting that Washington Nationals outfielder Jayson Werth could face jail time…
Ford Puma First Look Gives You Cat-Scratch Fever
Behold (kinda): The Ford Puma Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford held a Go Further event in Amsterdam on Tuesday, revealing key products like the 2020 Ford Escape/Kuga and making several…
Leadfoot Ladies: Dr. Anna Anund is Teaching Cars to Save Lives
Photo: Swedish National Road and Transport Research Institute Although Europe’s roads are the safest in the world, there’s always room for improvement. Every year, more than 25,000 people lose their…
Dhivya Suryadevara Will Be GM's First Female CFO
GM Chief Financial Officer Chuck Stevens, left, is retiring and will be replaced by Dhivya Suryadevara General Motors is getting a new chief financial officer, and she’ll be the first…
Bertha Benz, the First Road Trip Warrior
When Bertha Benz grabbed the wheel of the Benz Patent Motor Car on an August morning in 1888, with her sons by her side, she secured her place in history…
Scion’s NAIAS Display to Feature C-HR Concept, FR-S Release Series
Scion had an exceptional year in 2015 with the release of two all-new models—the iA sedan and the iM hatchback. Both models quickly became firm favorites with Scion’s target market—Millennials.…
Jeep Wrangler Named a Best Hardtop Convertible of 2018 by US News & World Report
2018 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Classified as a nontraditional hardtop by the experts at U.S. News & World Report, the Jeep Wrangler easily took a coveted spot on the pub’s list…
Edgar Wright’s Script for ‘Baby Driver’ Sequel is Done
Photo: Laxbot7 via Wikimedia/CC BY-SA 4.0 Way back in 2017, a little movie called Baby Driver left a big impression with audiences. The film quickly became a critical darling, earning…
Connected Car-Connected City App Pursuit Finalists Named
Back in August, Ford announced the Connected Car-Connected City App Pursuit, which took place last week at the Ford Developer Conference at the Connected Car Expo. Today, the 10 finalists…
New Lincoln Navigator Engine Gets a Boost…an EcoBoost, to be Exact
The new Lincoln Navigator For the 2015 model year, it’s easy to see that the Lincoln Navigator has gotten a nice facelift—but its exterior and interior styling isn’t the only…
2017 Nissan Juke Arrives In America
If you’re a fan of the lovable alien car known as the Nissan Juke, we have good news for you. According to CarScoops, the 2017 Nissan Juke is on sale…
First Impressions of 2019 Mustang Shelby GT350 Agree: Wow!
2019 Mustang Shelby GT350 first drives say this pony is better than ever Photo: Ford Motor Company The upcoming return of the Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 — all 700-plus horsepower…
Chrysler Introduces 2017 Pacifica Minivan for $28,595
The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica is an out-of-the-box minivan that is sure to impress any car buyer While the majority of the industry is focused on Fiat Chrysler Automobiles to see…
Porsche Unveils New-Generation 911
At the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show, Porsche has just revealed the 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S, the eight-generation 911, internal designation 992. For those mostly unfamiliar with the brand,…
Toronto Buses and Cars Suffer Raptor Victory
The situation is giving us flashbacks to what happened when the Cubs won the World Series… There are many things Americans and Canadians do differently, but at least we now…
2014 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Refresh Sets New Standard
A look at what’s under the hood of the 2014 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. Currently in the car industry, carmakers are battling it out for the top spot in the hybrid…
Chevy and GMC Announce CNG Pricing Options for 2015 Trucks, Vans
Chevrolet and GMC have announced how much it will cost to convert their vehicles to run on compressed natural gas (CNG). CNG pricing options for the 2015 Chevy Silverado and…
WardsAuto Names 2019 Ram 1500 to its 10 Best User Experience List
2019 Ram 1500 Big Horn Thanks to its bevy of driver assist technology and all-encompassing 12-inch customizable, vertical touch-screen display, the all-new 2019 Ram 1500 earned a spot on WardsAuto…
History of the Nissan Maxima
2021 Nissan Maxima Photo: Nissan The Nissan Maxima was created for the family driver who wanted an exhilarating behind-the-wheel experience. With that in mind, Nissan marketed the Maxima as the…
2017 Chrysler Pacifica Minivans on Their Way to Midwest Dealerships
The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica is now at select Midwest dealerships If you can’t wait to get your hands on the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica, then wait no longer. The highly anticipated…
2015 JUKE Pricing Announced
2015 Nissan JUKE Hey kids, do you like weird stuff? Well, if you like weird stuff that is also good stuff, then you’ll probably like the 2015 Nissan JUKE, which…
2021 GMC Sierra 2500HD Overview
Photo: GMC The 2021 GMC Sierra 2500HD is a full-size pickup that offers both gas- and diesel-powered options, as well as some unique features like the MultiPro tailgate, class-leading spaciousness,…
Jeep Set on Keeping Compass or Patriot Name for New Compact SUV
Jeep is replacing the Compass (seen above) and Patriot, but will keep one of the names for the brand’s newest compact SUV When Jeep announces a new model, it’s hard…
Surprise! The Ford Mustang was the World's Best-Selling Sports Coupe in 2017
We could discern as early as January that the Ford Mustang was once again the best-selling pony car in the United States in 2017, topping the Chevrolet Camaro and Dodge Challenger…
Celebrate Jeep 4×4 Day with the “Jeep Hair, Don't Care” Snapchat Lens
The perfect Snapchat filter for Jeep enthusiasts, or Metalheads Last year, Jeep proclaimed that April 4 would henceforth be known as Jeep 4×4 Day, a holiday to celebrate the freedom…
XT4 Lifts Cadillac Sales in Second Quarter
The new XT4 crossover helped boost Cadillac’s sales in the second quarter Photo: Cadillac Thanks in large part to solid sales for the new 2019 XT4 crossover, Cadillac earned a…
2022 Hyundai Kona N Promises High-Powered Driving Bliss
Photo: Hyundai As Hyundai’s inaugural high-performance SUV, the 2022 Kona N (not to be confused with the Kona N Line) will come equipped with an array of enthusiast-pleasing features. These…
The 2020 C8 Corvette Lapped Nurburgring in 7:29.9
2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe Photo: Chevrolet Chevrolet is cooking up an intriguing documentary about the development of the revolutionary mid-engine 2020 C8 Corvette, and in the trailer, the automaker…
Four Chevy Models Make US News List of Best Diesel Vehicles
The 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe LS Photo: General Motors Diesel-powered engines offer several key benefits over gasoline-powered engines. If you prioritize fuel efficiency and durability in your engine then diesel is…
The Best GMC Models to Buy Used
The GMC lineup is often thought of as Chevy’s upmarket cousin, with a fittingly heftier price tag. But when you buy used, you don’t have to break the bank to…
A Beginner's Guide to Taking a Road Trip Alone
Congratulations! If you’ve clicked on this article, you’ve probably decided to take the plunge and embark on a solo road trip journey. It’s a huge step toward furthering your independence,…
Which Chevrolet Sedans, Trucks, and SUVs Have the Roomiest Second Rows?
Here’s what the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado HD’s 43.4 inches of rear legroom looks like Are you planning on carrying passengers in the second (or third) row of your vehicle? It’s…
What Is New Car Replacement Insurance?
New car replacement insurance will give you peace of mind when you drive a new vehicle off the lot Photo: Tumisu via Pixabay If you’ll be buying a new vehicle…
All-Electric Mustang Cobra Jet 1400 is Stupid Fast
The all-electric Mustang Cobra Jet 1400 concept is a ridiculous performance monster Photo: Ford You know what would be a really great way for Ford to shush the chorus of…
Toyota Begins Sponsorship of Rock ’n Roll Marathon Series
In 2013, more than 19 million Americans finished running events across the country, from 5Ks and 10Ks to half-marathons and full marathons. With the popularity of running on the rise…
Where to Eat During the 2017 Chicago Auto Show
If you’re coming into town for the 2017 Chicago Auto Show, you may get a bit hungry. Well, good news—you’re in Chicago! Chicago is a city that, as beloved local…
Ford Driving Skills for Life 2020 is Underway
Ford Driving Skills for Life 2020 will make 80 stops in 18 cities Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford Driving Skills for Life, the program aimed at providing new and younger…
Fair Attendees Witness World Introduction of 2018 Nissan Armada Platinum Reserve
2018 Nissan Armada Platinum Reserve Photo: Nissan The 2018 Nissan Armada Platinum Reserve took center stage at the State Fair of Texas in Dallas, which is scheduled for Sept. 29…
