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Cadillac Announces Second-Gen Rear Camera Mirror
Now, there are two more reasons to anticipate the all-new 2019 Cadillac XT4 and the updated 2019 Cadillac CT6. Cadillac will debut its second-generation Rear Camera Mirror on these models. Per…
Honda Gets Ready to Show Off Adventure Lifestyle Project
Photo: Honda Honda revealed two “Adventure Lifestyle Project” vehicles at the 2019 Overland Expo West in Flagstaff, Arizona: modified variants of the Passport crossover and Ridgeline pickup truck aimed at…
Garrett Morgan: The Man Who Changed the Way We Drive
Photo: Wikimedia Commons via CC History is filled with brilliant inventors who came up with objects, systems, and technologies that make everyday life easier and safer. Some, like Thomas Edison,…
Honda to Revive Passport Badge on New Crossover
A V6-powered, 1999 Honda Passport Photo: RN GLZLZ | Flickr Honda has been revealed to have plans to revive the old Passport nameplate, and yes, it will be for a…
Columbus Plans Connected Vehicle Project to Improve Safety, Advance Autonomous Technology
Columbus is launching an experimental project to connect vehicles electronically and gather data to improve traffic safety Photo: Rod Berry/Ohio Stock Photography An experimental project in Columbus, Ohio, will connect…
Is Ferrari Really Faster Than Mercedes?
Photo: Artes Max Since pre-season testing we have heard Mercedes F1 team boss Toto Wolff and some others regularly regurgitate the idea that Ferrari is “the team to beat” on…
US Road Signs Catching Star Wars Hype
Everyone knows that this weekend is a big deal for Star Wars fans around the world.* The seventh installment in the storied film franchise, The Force Awakens, will finally enter…
Ford Driving Skills for Life Celebrates 15 Years with New Tools, More Outreach
This year, Ford Driving Skills for Life marks 15 years of providing new drivers with necessary skills for staying safe on roadways all around the globe. To help celebrate, Ford…
Next-Gen Buick Envision S Introduced in China
Photo: Buick The premium Envision S and Envision S Avenir are the newest additions to Buick’s ever-growing SUV lineup for the Chinese market. Coming Soon: The all-new 2021 Buick Envision…
2019 Honda Passport Production Underway in Alabama
Honda is not wasting any time bringing its all-new Passport SUV to the people. Earlier this month, 2019 Honda Passport production kicked off at Honda Manufacturing of Alabama in anticipation…
2016 Chevrolet Camaro Order Guide Now Online
The all-new 2016 Chevy Camaro SS The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro was revealed earlier this year, and fans can’t wait to place their orders. According to Chevrolet, pricing will be available…
New Ford Taurus Unveiled in Shanghai
2016 Ford Taurus Though the Ford Taurus has largely become something of an afterthought in the domestic market—largely sold to police departments in its Interceptor iteration—it has found new life…
Infiniti Brings Class And Entertainment to 2016 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
The Infiniti Q80 Inspiration Concept was at the event The 2016 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance is more than just a car competition. Collector cars must be invited to the event…
Weird Old Car Shorts: ‘The Talking Car’ (1953)
Old cars and cartoon faces do not mix. Trust me on this one… Photo: dave_7 via CC In a previous article on the topic of bizarre old car-related short films,…
Nissan Debuts New Off-Road Parts at Rebelle Rally
Photo: Nissan The Nissan Frontier is ready to rock the Rebelle Rally with a brand new set of NISMO parts. The automaker plans to use the grueling race to showcase…
Afghan Girls Build Ventilator Prototype from Used Car Parts
An employee undergoes training to build Ventec ventilators at GM’s Kokomo plant Photo: AJ Mast for General Motors The COVID-19 pandemic is causing people to be more resourceful than usual.…
Update: Chevy Bolt Name Denied by US Patent Office
2015 Chevy Bolt at the 2015 North American International Auto Show While the development of the Chevy Bolt appears to be on schedule and ready to rock, the name of…
2014 Hyundai Elantra Super Bowl Ad Is “Top Secret”
The 2014 Hyundai Elantra When I got into work this morning, I had an email from Hyundai letting me know I was incredibly lucky because I “was on the list…
Ford Debuting New Bronco on OJ Simpson’s Birthday
Ford will debut its 2021 Bronco on July 9, which just so happens to be O.J. Simpson’s birthday Photo: Ford Despite likely wanting to distance the new SUV from its…
Dodge Announces Pricing for Viper’s Final Model Year
Dodge has announced the pricing for the 2017 Dodge Viper, the supercar’s final model year before its production ends The bells of the Dodge Viper’s final model year are ringing,…
General Motors May Sales: Highest Sales Since '08
General Motors May sales totaled 284,694 units, up 13 percent compared to May 2013. This marks the company’s best May in seven years and the best monthly sales since August of…
2018 Kia Niro and Optima Hybrid Named to US News List of Best Hybrids
2018 Kia Niro If you’ve thought about making the switch to a more eco-friendly way of driving, odds are the word “hybrid” has flashed before your eyes. And there’s never…
Jeep Reveals More Details Surrounding the 2019 Cherokee at the Detroit Auto Show
The new Cherokee is ready for its close-up Approximately one month ago, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles released the first few images of its refreshed 2019 Jeep Cherokee model. Said images offered enthusiasts…
Vehicular Viewing: New on Streaming for April 2021
If you’re looking for a movie or TV show to watch on a rainy afternoon, read on. The major streaming services recently announced their new arrivals for April, and these…
Stupid Houston Highway Proposal Stunt Nets Misdemeanor Charge
Because nothing says love like exhaust fumes and a hundred pissed-off motorists Look. I get it. You love your girlfriend or your boyfriend and you really want to make an…
“Kidnap” Trailer Stars Halle Berry and a Chrysler Town & Country
Halle Berry runs into a police station while her costar, a minivan, waits outside In movies with memorable car chases, the featured vehicle sometimes becomes just as iconic as the…
Kia Set to Launch The Great Unknowns Scholarship
Kia Motors Teases Super Bowl Campaign with Launch of “The Great Unknowns Scholarship” Kia is trying to shake things up for the Super Bowl this year by giving us a…
Subaru President Doll Earns Motor Trend Person of the Year Award
The 2016 Forester has been Subaru’s best selling vehicle in 2015 President and Chief Operating Officer of Subaru of America, Inc., Thomas J. Doll, has been named Person of the…
RV Service Technician is Third-Fastest Growing Job in America
Photo: Nina Mercado via CC RV service technicians have become the third-fastest growing job across the United States in 2020. Salary comparison site PayScale used crowdsourced data from 4.33 million…
Kia Super Bowl Commercial with Pierce Brosnan Revealed
Former Bond star Pierce Brosnan in “action-mode” in the clever new Kia Super Bowl ad If fans were up in arms about James Bond driving a Fiat, how will they…
Meet Your New Bond Car: The Aston Martin DB10
DB10. Aston Martin DB10 It’s already been a really great couple of weeks for sequels to massive movie franchises, even if there is seemingly always something for people to complain…
2016 Subaru Crosstrek Overview
The 2016 Subaru Crosstrek ditches the XV from its name (previous model years were called the Subaru XV Crosstrek). The all-new Crosstrek, like all Subarus, is built to take drivers…
California Man Builds Huge Camper out of a Chevrolet Suburban
Photo: Chevrolet At this point, we’re all familiar with the term “Florida man,” which is usually followed by a headline that’s something like “uses skateboard to fix public fountain,” “wakes…
[Photos] Jim Belushi Wants You to Know That the 2019 Ford Transit Connect Wagon is for Baby Boomers
These days, you’d be hard-pressed to find something not geared toward appealing to millennials—particularly when it comes to automotive—which is why it’s somewhat unique that Ford is being so forthcoming…
What Are the Differences Between the 2019 and 2020 Chevy Silverado HD?
If you’ve been wondering how the 2020 Chevy Silverado HD differs from the previous year’s model, you’re in the right place. Here’s a brief overview of what’s new on the…
2021 Chevy Silverado Gains LT Trail Boss Premium Package
The 2021 Chevrolet Silverado LT Trail Boss Photo: Chevrolet The 2021 Chevrolet Silverado LT Trail Boss already comes with several features to improve off-roading experiences. Now, you can add the…
Infographic: Honda Accord vs Nissan Altima vs Toyota Camry
The three best-selling mid-size sedans in the US last year all came from Japanese automakers. The reliable Toyota Camry led the way with 429,355 units moved and the venerable Honda…
Ford Increases EV Investment to $22 Billion
Ford launched the all-new Mustang Mach-E in December Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company is full steam ahead into its electrification plans. With the all-new Mustang Mach-E arriving nationwide and the…
Ford, State Farm Team on Pilot to Lower Drivers’ Ownership Costs
Ford and State Farm teamed up to see how driver-assist tech can save drivers money on insurance Photo: Ford Driver-assistive safety features are becoming more commonly standard on new vehicles,…
10 Vehicles Named After Cities
We’ve looked at the origins of vehicle nameplates in the past (did you know a lot of cars are named after animals?), and our research has shown us that there…
Drive-Thru Weddings Might Be All the Rage This Year
Cars are helping couples celebrate their union while social distancing Photo: Pixabay Social distancing has impacted so many layers of daily life, from weekday routines to major life events like…
Preorders Open for Mustang Mach-E GT, GT Performance Edition
Photo: Ford Ladies and gentlemen, start your … uh … complex electric propulsion systems! Doesn’t quite have the same ring to it. But what will sound like music to your…
A Look at the VW ID.4’s Coasting Function
Braking in the ID.4 feels a lot like braking in a gas-powered vehicle, and that’s intentional Photo: Volkswagen It’s pretty safe to say that Volkswagen’s new all-electric SUV, the ID.4,…
Valtteri Bottas Poised to Fill Vacant Mercedes F1 Seat
Valtteri Bottas at the wheel of a Williams F1 car Photo: Jake Archibald Less than a month ago, Nico Rosberg won the 2016 Formula 1 World Championship. Only a few…
Cadillac’s First Electric Car Revealed in April
It might not have a name yet, but it certainly looks good Photo: Cadillac To say that the auto industry has been pursuing an electric future is an understatement of…
5 Ways To Keep Your Hair Neat In a Convertible
Whether you’re behind the steering wheel or lounging in the passenger seat, riding in a convertible is a great way to enjoy a sunny summer day. But an ensuing problem…
Chevy Mocks Toyota Prius as Obsolete in New Volt Ad
Despite the prophecies of Back to the Future Part II, fax machines are not a common sight in 2015 Chevy thinks that the 2016 Volt is so three-thousand and eight,…
2018 British GP: Vettel Wins as Mercedes Begins to Seem Rattled
Sebastian Vettel overcame a neck injury to take Ferrari’s first victory at the British Grand Prix since 2008 and extend his lead over Formula One title rival Lewis Hamilton. Hamilton…
[VIDEOS] 2015 Toyota Sienna is the Ultimate Swagger Wagon
The Eh Bee Family in their Swagger Wagon Recently, Toyota unveiled their new 2015 Sienna minivan, which has received a minor design refresh for the new model year. As part…
Army Vet Drives Mustang Mach-E Cross-Country for $160
Sergio Rodriguez spent $160 to charge Mustang Mach-E on cross-country trip Photo: Ford Sergio Rodriguez was one of the many folks who recently got a 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E, and…
