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Chevy Sales Soar in September with a 17.4% Sales Increase
The Silverado took center stage in terms of Chevy sales last month Throughout 2017, Chevrolet has had its fair share of ups and downs in terms of vehicle sales. As…
Good Samaritan in Arizona Tries to Help Owl, Gets Trapped in Car
Don't risk getting hurt aiding injured wildlife. This owl, dazed when a motorist got it off Oracle Road last night, revived inside her car. It then latched onto her sleeve…
Honda Accord is the Most Stolen and Recovered Car
Is the phrase “PLEASE STEAL ME” scrawled on here in invisible ink somewhere? LoJack, creators of popular vehicle theft prevention and recovery tools and products, have released their annual list…
2018 Chevy Equinox Goes On Sale for $24,525
The 2018 Chevrolet Equinox crossover is on sale now, carrying a starting price of $24,525 (including destination charge, though excluding tax, title, license, and dealer fees extra). The newly redesigned…
Rumor: Lincoln Could Bring Back Aviator By 2019
2005 Lincoln Aviator Everybody ready for a fun rumor? Here goes! According to The Truth About Cars, an anonymous source states that the long-in-the-tooth Lincoln MKT could soon be thrown…
2021 Hyundai Sonata Overview
Photo: Hyundai The 2021 Sonata’s advanced technologies, efficient performance, and sleek design make it a strong showcase for Hyundai’s best features. This midsize sedan has been in production since the…
Honda Project Drive-In Helps Save Brownsville Drive-In
Honda has announced the Brownsville Drive-In in Pennsylvania has become the tenth drive-in theater to benefit from Honda Project Drive-In, a national effort to save as many of America’s drive-ins…
GM Trademarks “Zora,” Could Point to Future Corvette
Could the Corvette be getting a Zora edition? GM Authority is reporting that General Motors has just trademarked the name “Zora.” Why is this at all significant? Because Zora Arkus-Duntov…
Mary Barra Meets Canada’s Justin Trudeau
As the head of a major auto manufacturer with facilities throughout North America, it’s no surprise that Mary Barra had a meeting with the Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau.…
Chevy Safe Driving App Powered by Peer Pressure
Chevrolet’s new Call Me Out app reminds drivers to keep their hands off their phones and eyes on the road through audio messages from friends and family. Photo: Rob Widdis…
Missing Seeing the Mazdas at the Chicago Auto Show? We Have Your Back
The Chicago Auto Show has begun, which for many people means one thing: feeling kind of sad that you didn’t get to go. This can be especially true for Mazda…
Takata Recall Expands Past 10.5 Million Models
The 2004 Toyota Matrix is one of…well…lots of vehicles involved in the Takata recall Honda, Nissan, and Mazda have recalled nearly three million cars wordwide for faulty airbag deflators supplied…
Corvette Stingray Gifts that Can Fit Down the Chimney
The 2014 Corvette Stingray is expensive to purchase, but it’s free to look at. The whole world has been collectively drooling over the Corvette Stingray ever since it debuted during…
Cadillac ATS-V and CTS-V Will Bow Separately
A 2014 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan ©GM The auto show circuit is already heating up, and it hasn’t even officially begun for the 2014 – 2015 season. The latest news comes…
Autobytel Gives Three Mazda Vehicles Buyer’s Choice Awards
Recently, Autobytel.com announced that it had done something somewhat unique in this time of award-giving—it would be giving out the first annual Buyer’s Choice Awards, where not one of the…
How to Survive Your First Auto Show: A Beginner’s Guide
In the automotive industry, there are a variety of auto shows across the country—and around the world—that are basically a Mecca of cool cars, sweet swag, and long-awaited debuts. But,…
Honda Teams With Amazon Prime Now to Provide Free One-Hour Delivery of Super Bowl Snack Ingredients
Honda is going all out for this year’s Super Bowl: in addition to buying ad time to give the all-new 2017 CR-V it’s television debut, the automaker is also sponsoring…
Verstappen Says Honda Will Be Better Off Than Renault in 2019
Much has been said about Honda’s competitiveness in Formula One and how Red Bull will have to dampen its expectations in 2019, its first season with the Japanese manufacturer. Supposedly,…
Chevrolet Discounts Stingray School Program for New Corvette Owners
Okay, so you went out and bought yourself a 2014 Stingray at last. Granted, you waited long enough that the price went up a little bit more, but you’re not…
2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is ‘Best in Class Green Vehicle Hybrid or PHEV’
2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV wins ‘Best In Class Green Vehicle Hybrid or PHEV’ Photo: Mitsubishi Motors The 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV was honored as the “Best in Class Green Vehicle…
Chevrolet Reveals its 2018 Camaro Hot Wheels 50th Anniversary Edition
“I shall call him, Mini-Me.” There are some that would argue that a performance muscle model like the Chevrolet Camaro is akin to a giant toy car. That line of…
What Happens to Unsold New Cars?
If you’ve been following the news (and oh, boy, what a whirlwind that has been), you probably know that there’s a supply and demand issue in the auto industry at…
2020 Ford Police Interceptor Utility is America's Fastest Police Vehicle
2020 Ford Police Interceptor Utility The EcoBoost-powered, all-wheel-drive 2020 Ford Police Interceptor Utility will be the fastest police vehicle in America when it arrives on the market next summer. According…
Speedhunters Wins 10th Annual Scion Tuner Challenge at SEMA
SpeedHunters won the 10th annual Scion Tuner Challenge at SEMA Speedhunters reigned victorious in the 10th annual Scion Tuner Challenge at SEMA this week with their Maximum Attack FR-S. The…
Mark Reuss, Doug Parks Take on New Roles
GM President Mark Reuss, now oversees the North America, South America, China, and International regions Photo: General Motors On Nov. 1, General Motors President Mark Reuss added additional responsibilities to…
How to Drive Through a Roundabout
Photo: Pexels More and more, states are implementing roundabouts, or traffic circles, into their city streets. Studies have determined that roundabouts are often safer than traditional intersections, and they work…
Classic Shelby GT350 Ford Mustang Driven by Stirling Moss Being Auctioned
Photo: Dan Kruse Classics Anyone who’s a fan of Formula One Racing knows the name Stirling Moss. The legendary driver, known as “the greatest driver never to win the World…
Homeowners Receive Free Solar Panels With Purchase of New Nissan Leaf
2018 Nissan Leaf Buyers of the all-new Nissan Leaf in Japan will get an eco-friendly benefit for their homes, too. With the purchase of the 2018 Nissan Leaf, homeowners who…
Best-Ever July for Toyota SUVs and Light Trucks
Toyota Highlander sales were up 19.5% Toyota Motor Sales in the United States were down 1.4% last July compared to July 2015 on both a volume basis and daily selling…
Mazda Introduces Recall Information Center, So Please Get Your Car Fixed Already
Lately, it feels like we live in the era of the recall—we of course have the big four of the GM ignition switch recall, the Toyota accelerator recall, the Takata…
Ed Welburn Named Black Engineer of the Year
GM VP of Global Design Ed Welburn receives the 2015 Black Engineer of the Year award at the BEYA STEM Conference Black Engineer of the Year Gala Photo: © General Motors General…
What is Car Repair Insurance?
Depending on the coverage you opt for, conventional car insurance may help you out if you’re in an accident, if your vehicle is stolen, or if it’s trashed by a…
2022 Chevrolet Trax Overview
Photo: Chevrolet The 2022 Chevrolet Trax is an affordable crossover that is light on fancy features, but still offers enough practical amenities for families on a budget. It’s available at…
3 Western US Road Trips to Take This Thanksgiving Break
Here are a few prime destinations for your Thanksgiving break road trip if you live in the western U.S. Photo: Free-Photos via Pixabay From sun-drenched deserts to dynamic coastal towns,…
2019 Nissan Leaf Overview
Photo: Nissan The 2019 Nissan Leaf combines amazing efficiency with stylish good looks and impressive safety features. Come see why the Nissan Leaf is the world’s best-selling electric car. A…
Nissan Sentra Debuts New Look at 2019 LA Auto Show
Nissan Sentra features refined, updated look for 2020 Photo: Nissan The Nissan Sentra is sporting a new refined look for 2020, a look Nissan boldly displayed at this year’s Los…
Ford Kuga Intelligent AWD Uses Artificial Intelligence
New Kuga Hybrid available with Intelligent AWD Photo: Ford The new Kuga and Kuga Hybrid are among the latest vehicles in the Ford lineup to receive available Intelligent All-Wheel Drive.…
Cardiff Company Faces Blow-Back After 'Ride Me All Day' Campaign
What’s the best way to draw attention to and promote your fast, easy, and affordable city buses? Would it be playing up the positive aspects of public transportation, or perhaps…
What is Property Damage Liability?
Property damage liability will help pay for the repairs if your car crashes into a building Photo: falice2781 via CC You might be familiar with the collision coverage provision of…
Accident Information Exchange Checklist
Photo: The News Wheel When you’re involved in a car accident, sometimes knowing what to do can seem overwhelming. As with all stressful situations, take a moment to gather your…
Ford Taps Quinn Evans Architects, Christman Brinker for Corktown Transformation
Ford Motor Company has named Quinn Evans Architects, Christman Company, and L.S. Brinker Company to key roles related to the rejuvenation of Michigan Central Station and the creation of its…
Mazda Teases its HAZUMI Concept Ahead of Geneva
The 2014 Geneva Motor Show is a little more than a week away, and we’ve already been treated to our first glance at the Mazda HAZUMI Concept, courtesy of a…
What is Comprehensive Physical Damage Coverage?
Comprehensive coverage can be a smart investment for many car owners Photo: Tumisu via Pixabay Comprehensive auto insurance covers damage to your vehicle that’s caused by incidents other than a…
GM Recalls a Buttload of Vehicles, Stops Deliveries of Canyon and Colorado
A number of GM recalls and stop-sales materialized over the weekend, to no one’s surprise. I’ll save you the time of having to endure my now trite cynicism of The…
Honda Teases NeuV with “Emotion Engine” Ahead of CES
Introducing the Honda NeuV, complete with “emotion engine” It’s officially auto show season, which means automakers go from being companies that manufacture cars to significant others who know you’re in…
Four Common Habits That Severely Damage a Vehicle
The passage of time and extreme weather conditions will undoubtedly cause your car to deteriorate. But, you’re also a major cause of your car’s demise. Here are four ways your…
What Am I Supposed To Do if My Rental Car Breaks Down?
Renting a car while on vacation can be a great way to explore your destination. But what if your rental car breaks down during your travels? Here’s what to do…
Tips for Dealing With a Peeling Steering Wheel
A peeling or cracking steering wheel is not a great sight. If you want to get your car’s steering wheel looking like new again, be sure to keep the following…
2014 Honda Odyssey Overview
What’s New for the 2014 Honda Odyssey It is no redesign, but there are some noticeable updates to the Honda Odyssey for 2014. New sheet metal gives the Odyssey’s exterior…
[Photos] 2017 Ford GT ’66 Heritage Edition Honors Le Mans History
Last Sunday, Ford reached back into history and took the checkered flag in the LM GTE Pro Class at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, besting Ferrari once more with…
