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Mercedes-Benz Takes Aim at BMW with its New Maybach Coupe
Do you think this new teaser shows a concept vehicle or future production model? It’s still nearly two months before the auto show season finally kicks off in Paris on…
2016 European Grand Prix Recap: Rosberg Cruises to Victory as Hamilton Rages over Radio Ban
The European Grand Prix was held in Baku, Azerbaijan. Let’s get a few things out of the way: the Baku circuit is awful and so is the radio ban. We…
Nissan Does Not Regret Olympic Sponsorship
Way back in 2012, Nissan signed on to be the automotive sponsor of the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio, Brazil. At the time, Brazil was one of the fastest-growing economies…
Opel Ampera-e to Debut at Paris Motor Show
The Chevy Bolt’s European cousin is taking a trip to France. Today Opel announced that the Opel Ampera-e will have its world premiere at the “Mondial de l’Automobile” in Paris,…
You searched for habitat for humanity
A new Nissan TITAN full-size pickup truck will be put to work by the volunteers of Habitat for Humanity Vancouver Island North. The organization purchased the well-equipped, capable truck with…
Mark Fields Confirms Hybrid Ford F-150 in Development
2016 Ford F-150 Ford Motor Company CEO Mark Fields spoke to Ari Shaprio on this week’s episode of NPR’s “All Things Considered,” and in discussing the company’s new initiative to…
'Crash Cup Karambolage' Children's Racing Game Review
Most tabletop games involve strategy and/or luck, but a handful of games out there involve actual skill, too. Dexterity-based games may not be popular with the vast majority of adult…
Kia November Sales Figures Revealed: LeBron Sold Seven Whole K900s
The kid-tested, LeBron-approved Kia K900, which contributed very little to overall Kia November sales Kia November sales figures were announced yesterday, with the automaker’s American sales totaling 44,936 units for…
Chevy Drops Photo of 2016 Camaro’s Butt
“Oh. My. God… Becky!“ We’re currently living in the Age of the Booty, with poets and parodists alike crafting odes to the proverbial posterior. Even our nation’s automakers are getting…
Good Citizens In China Benefit From Free Cars
Photo: Newsy What would you do if we told you could rent a car for free? You would probably do a happy dance thinking about all the driving you could…
Man Wins 2020 Mustang Shelby GT500 Venom in JDRF Raffle
From left to right: Edsel Ford II, Ron Scalzo, Domenic Scalzo, and the one-of-one 2020 Mustang Shelby GT500 Venom Ron Scalzo is what you might call a lucky guy. He…
Top 10 Racing Video Games with the Best Soundtracks
Your pulse is rushing; your brow is sweating; your grip tightens around the wheel as your car finally pulls ahead of the lead and take first position. No, you’re not…
GMC Yukon Gets an Illuminated Badge for 2021
Photo: GMC It’s no secret that there are some big changes coming to the 2021 GMC Yukon. We don’t know all of the details about this new model just yet,…
Chevy Gives Special Operations Silverado to Retired Navy SEAL
Former GM CEO Dan Akerson (right) presents retired US Navy SEAL Master Chief and Executive Director National Navy SEAL Museum Rick Kaiser with a Chevy Silverado Special Ops Concept vehicle…
New Hyundai Partnership Could Result in Lifesaving AI Tech for Cars
Hyundai is developing new artificial-intelligence tech to detect and assess vehicle crash injuries, transmit this information to emergency responders, and help victims get lifesaving care more quickly. To do this,…
Repairs Not to Ignore Unless You Want a Ticket
It’s no fun to take time out of your day to deal with vehicle repairs, especially repairs that don’t necessarily impact your ability to drive. That crack in your windshield…
Nissan Sentra Nominated for Car of the Year Award
2020 Nissan Sentra Photo: Nissan The jurors of the North American Car, Truck, and Utility Vehicle of the Year awards revealed its first round of contenders, and the well-equipped, safety-conscious…
2016 Scion FR-S Updates and Pricing
Scion’s stylish rear-drive coupe is back, despite declining sales rates for the model. The MRSP this year has increased $405 to $25,305 (for manual), covering the cost of a few…
What Is The Renault-Nissan Alliance?
When talking about Nissan’s corporate structure, the Renault-Nissan Alliance is a large part of any discussion. How exactly did it form, and what does it mean for the two separate…
Ford Mustang Mach-E Sets Guinness World Record for Energy Use
The Ford Mustang Mach-E is now a Guinness World Record-holder Photo: Ford The all-new Ford Mustang Mach-E has won oodles (yes, oodles) of awards in its young life, including 2021…
Nissan Achieves Third Straight Perfect Score in Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index
Two years ago, the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index listed Nissan with a perfect score of 100 for the company’s LGBT-inclusive policies and community commitment, and now, two years…
Toyota Embraces Diversity as American Demographics Continue to Change
James Colon receives his honorary doctorate degree The demographics in the United States are changing, and Toyota is ready. The Japanese automaker is looking at ways to change its sales…
GMC, Buick Finish 1-2 in J.D. Power 2019 Mexico CSI Study
Photo: General Motors GMC and Buick came out on top in the J.D. Power 2019 Mexico Customer Service Index Study, finishing in first and second place among luxury brands, respectively.…
GM Reveals Refreshed 2020 GMC Acadia Will Be Available in Mexico
2020 GMC Acadia AT4 Photo: GMC The GMC Acadia, sporting a refreshed design and tech upgrades for the 2020 model year, will be making its way south of the U.S.…
New 2021 Chevrolet Tracker Crossover Coming to Mexico
The 2021 Chevrolet Tracker will go on sale later this year in Mexico Photo: Chevrolet The 2021 Chevrolet Tracker is GM’s newest entry in the entry-level subcompact crossover segment, but…
‘Supernatural’ Fan Wins Metallicar Replica at 2019 Comic-Con
Photo: Omar.lolo Anyone who watches the hit CW show Supernatural knows that Dean Winchester’s Chevy Impala is a member of the family (as well as the family business). Dean’s Baby…
Monica Garcia Named GM of Mexico Director of GPSC
Monica Garcia has been appointed Director of Global Purchasing and Supply Chain for GM of Mexico Photo: General Motors General Motors of Mexico has announced that Mónica García has taken…
Nissan Canada Share EV Etiquette Tips
Photo: Nissan Electrified vehicles promise to play a big role in Nissan’s future, and the automaker wants to make sure you’re prepared to handle the unique responsibilities that come with…
More Than 31,000 Automotive Jobs Could Depend on NAFTA
No matter who you voted for, a big change is coming to the United States this Friday. One of the big things on President-elect Trump’s hit list is the North…
5 Steps to Follow When Buying a Used Car
When your current vehicle is getting old and needs frequent repairs, it may be time to consider buying a new car. A new car is reliable; it will get you…
Chevrolet Announces the RST Performance Package for the 2019 Suburban
For the first time ever, the Chevrolet Suburban will be offering a V8 engine for the 2019 model year. The 420-horsepower V8 will be available with the Suburban’s all-new RST…
Robert Kubica to Race for Williams in 2019
Robert Kubica during FP1 practice at the 2018 Austrian Grand Prix Photo: pedrik / Flickr It’s actually happening. Robert Kubica, who retired from Formula One after heavily injuring his hand…
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, Dodge Grand Caravan Win KBB.com 5-Year Cost-to-Own Awards
The 2016 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited was named on KBB.com’s 5-Year Cost-to-Own Award list When purchasing a new vehicle, it’s always important to not only consider your new car’s price tag,…
2015 Honda Fit Unveiling Scheduled for January 13
See the next model at the 2015 Honda Fit unveiling next month! The 2014 North American International Auto Show is quickly approaching, and soon Detroit will be abuzz with the…
Puppy Love: Mazda Foundation Donates to Local Animal Shelter
Can you look into these puppy eyes and refuse to help animals in need? Mazda sure couldn’t! Photo: Jimmy Hsu You don’t have to be the eHarmony cat lady to…
Volkswagen's “Dieselgate” Scandal Gets Even Worse
Not that clean after all If you watched the news yesterday or follow any automotive news sites online, you know that Volkswagen is in big trouble after the EPA discovered…
How Easily Could James Bond Get Car Insurance Approval?
Let’s not even discuss Daniel Craig’s driving habits… Photo: United Artists The release of Spectre, the 24th official James Bond film and fourth starring Daniel Craig, is approaching fast, and…
Ford CEO Jim Hackett Made $16.7M in 2017, or 285 Times More Than Ford's Median Employee Salary
Photo: Ford Imagine getting a nice new job, albeit one that comes with a pretty fair amount of pressure to perform. You spend about seven months in the role, and…
Honda CR-V and Fit Engine Named 2015 Green Car Awards Finalists
The 2015 CR-V is one of five finalists for the 2015 Green SUV of the Year Award Green Car Journal has selected the 2015 Honda CR-V and the Honda Fit’s…
Tony Kanaan to Class Up Belle Isle Grand Prix with Taylor Swift IndyCar
Never ever ever in our Wildest Dreams did we think we’d see T. Swift’s perfect face adorning the cockpit of an IndyCar. But now that we know an automobile can…
Mercedes-Benz Reveals New Infotainment Technology at CES 2018
Mercedes-Benz will reveal its original infotainment system — Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) — at CES 2018 Photo: Mercedes-Benz The Consumer Electronics Show (CES 2018), set to open tomorrow and run…
Analysts: Fuel Economy Rules Aren’t Why Cars Are More Expensive
The EPA and lobbyists for the auto manufacturers have been, to put it mildly, disagreeing about the EPA’s increasing fuel economy regulations. The automaker lobbyists have been pushing hard for…
F1 Engine Freeze Could Keep Honda Powering Red Bull Till 2025
Red Bull Racing celebrates Alexander Albon’s first F1 podium finish at the 2020 Tuscan Grand Prix Photo: Honda Honda will officially pull out of Formula 1 after the 2021 season,…
Report: Cadillac Escalade Next to Get GM's 10-Speed Automatic Transmission
The 10-speed automatic appears to be the future for General Motors after it makes its long-awaited debut in the 2017 Chevy Camaro ZL1, begging the question of which vehicle in…
Consumer Groups Plead For Continued Fuel Economy Standards
Photo; YouTube No matter what side of the political aisle you sit on, you know that President Trump has his sights set on government regulations, especially ones from the Environmental…
3 Tips for Using Your Infotainment System
Photo: © General Motors Syncing your smartphone via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is a great way to stay connected to your favorite apps, playlists, and contacts on the go.…
Red Light Cameras Have Saved More Than 1,200 Lives According to IIHS
Some people have argued that red light cameras are more about making money, rather than promoting safety Photo: © Ben Ostrowsky Nobody likes getting a traffic ticket, especially when it’s…
J.D. Power Tells Cars to Give Up on Navigation, Other Tech
Pictured: a lost battle, according to J.D. Power Car manufacturers may want to give up on making their own navigation or voice recognition systems, according to the J.D. Power 2018…
Spy Shots Reveal Super Weird-Looking Ford Bronco Prototype
If it looks like a truck and drives like a truck, is it really a truck? In the case of a bizarre test mule spotted driving around Michigan recently, odds…
Report: Approximately 80% of Electric Vehicles Are Leased
Although electric models are leaving dealership lots, they are not being bought With each passing week, more automakers are introducing new electric vehicles to their future lineups. Despite this rapid…