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New Report Rips Inadequate Response to Rising Pedestrian Fatalities
Photo: Wilshire Law Firm Pedestrian deaths in the U.S. have shot up over the past 10 years, and a new study claims that authorities aren’t taking the problem seriously enough.…
2021 Chevrolet Blazer Overview
2021 Chevrolet Blazer Photo: Chevrolet The 2021 Chevrolet Blazer is a trendy companion for commutes and road trips. It has a slightly lower price as well as subtle updates for…
Honda Named ‘Best Overall Brand,’ ‘Best Value Brand,’ and ‘Most Refined Brand’ of 2018
Honda is winning so many automotive awards that we’re now convinced that if everyone actually paid attention to awards, every car on the road would be a new Honda. After…
Nissan Reveals 2018-spec GT-R NISMO GT3, Confirms Entry in 2018-19 Formula E Championship
Nissan and NISMO this month confirmed that it will become the first Japanese automaker to join the ABB FIA Formula E Championship while outlining its motorsport plans for the upcoming…
U.S. News & World Report Names Soul and Forte Top Picks for Teens
The 2020 Kia Soul features a larger front grille and airplane-inspired C-pillars Photo: Kia Motors Now that school is back in session, parents are constantly worrying about their college-age kids…
Meet Chris, Alexa's New Rival
When you think of virtual assistants, artificial intelligence-based platforms like Alexa and Siri might come to mind. Soon, you might recall the name “Chris” when someone asks you about a…
What Will Hurricane Harvey do to the Used Car Market?
The floodwaters from Hurricane (now Tropical Storm) Harvey are still filling the streets of cities like Houston and Galveston, yet already auto industry analysts are taking a look at what…
Forecasts Suggest 2018 New Vehicle Sales Will Fall Short of 17 Million Units
While 2018 new car sales are still set to be healthy, they won’t be quite as high as in previous years Unless automakers manage to sell a large influx of new vehicles…
2017 Honda Civic EX Wins KBB Best Auto Tech Award
The tech-savvy interior of the 2017 Honda Civic Sedan The Honda Civic is truly the La-La Land of cars, in the sense that it’s been winning a lot of awards…
Pam Fletcher Named GM's Vice President of Global Electric Vehicle Programs
General Motors has appointed Pamela Fletcher as its new vice president of Global Electric Vehicle Programs. Fletcher, who most recently was GM’s executive chief engineer for Electrified Vehicles and New…
See Inside the Luxurious Buick GL8 Avenir Concept
Photo: Buick When the Buick GL8 Avenir concept debuted at the Shanghai Auto Show, it seemed like it just had a few simple cosmetic upgrades. Well, it boasts some pretty…
Chevrolet Decodes its Dumb Emoji Press Release for the 2016 Chevy Cruze
Yesterday’s bewildering #ChevyGoesEmoji press release Yesterday, Chevy put out a press release about the 2016 Chevy Cruze that was written entirely in emojis. It was stupid, but it was also…
Illinios vs. Lidster Case Brief: Legalization of Roadblocks for Investigations
Legalization of Roadblocks for Investigations. Photo: versageek Just after midnight on August 23, 1997, a 70-year old man riding his bike was struck and killed by a motorist on a highway in…
FordPass Officially Launched in China at Go Further Shanghai Event
Ford held a special Go Further event in Shanghai this past Saturday where, in addition to unveiling new models like the Ranger and Mustang, it was announced that FordPass has…
Toughening Up the Ford Customer Experience
Ford recently chose Elena Ford at its chief customer experience officer to improve the Ford customer experience. The automaker continues to add millions of new customers each year in the…
Lincoln Extends Monochromatic Package Across SUV Lineup
The Lincoln SUV lineup in Infinite Black with the Monochromatic Package Photo: Lincoln Last year, Lincoln Motor Company added a new package to its Navigator lineup that was focused on…
Honda May Bring S660 Roadster to America
The Honda S660 After selling out in Japan just four months after going on sale, the pint-sized Honda S660 mid-engine sports car may be coming to the US market. “We’re…
2017 Ford Escape Coming in May, Starting at $23,600
Ford today confirmed that the all-new 2017 Escape will begin its nationwide rollout in May, serving the two-fold purpose of launching both SYNC Connect and FordPass integration. The new Escape…
Cadillac V-Series Cars Get ‘Blackwing’ Upgrade
If you’re a Cadillac customer, you typically value luxury and quality above all else. With the brand’s V-Series of cars, you get all that plus an extra scoop of sporty…
Report: Electric Cars Will Cut Gas Demand by as Much as 20% in the Next 20 Years
A new report by energy consulting firm Wood Mackenzie has found that, depending on how thoroughly the drivers of the US adopt electric vehicles, demand for gasoline is expected to…
The New Trend of Car Wraps
Corvette c7 Z06 getting a vinyl wrap makeover Photo: Diamond Wraps CCTX While many auto owners customize their vehicle by selecting packages and accessories at the local dealership, what about…
Jay Leno Drives a Motorcycle-Powered 1964 Honda S600 Hot Rod
As he points out in the most recent installment of Jay Leno’s Garage, comedian and car aficionado Jay Leno already owns a gorgeous vintage Honda S600 roadster, which he featured…
Donald Trump’s Ex-Wife’s Ex-Car Sells for $48,200
Marla Maples poses with a 1991 Acura NSX given to her by then-boyfriend Donald Trump “The rich guys in Bev Hills will be buying NSXs for their floozies,” Patrick Bedard…
Any Top Driver Would Win in Hamilton’s Car, Verstappen Says
Max Verstappen won the 2018 Mexican Grand Prix last weekend while Lewis Hamilton secured his fifth world championship. When asked about what he believed what made Hamilton such a force…
Toyota Takes a Peek at Microsoft's Connected Car Patents
Each year, auto manufacturing companies get ever closer to becoming software companies in their quest to build road-going autonomous vehicles. Today’s manually-driven cars are already high tech—from the complex infotainment…
2016 Kia Sedona Overview
The 2016 Kia Sedona puts a major twist on the minivan segment. With a variety of luxurious features and a long list of standard technologies, the 2016 Sedona will make…
Car Subscriptions: The New Alternative to Vehicle Ownership
Photo: Pictures of Money To lease a car, or to buy it? This conventional question might soon be passe, considering a new trend highlighted at the LA Auto Show. Economists…
Four Kia Models Named to US News’ List of 24 Affordable Family Cars
2018 Kia Sedona If you’re on the hunt for a budget- and family-friendly car, you might want to consider a Kia, as four of the automaker’s offerings just made U.S.…
2018 Mazda CX-5 Overview
In a world saturated with boring beigemobiles, Mazda has become a beacon for interesting, fun vehicles, none of which sell better than the Mazda CX-5, back once again for 2018.…
2014 Cadillac Escalade Overview
The pinnacle of full-size luxury SUV has long been the Cadillac Escalade, and that isn’t changing for 2014. The 2014 Cadillac SUV boasts standard 18-inch alloy wheels, which serve to…
[PHOTOS] GM Brings Hydrogen-Powered War Elephant to US Army
One of the big problems with getting new vehicle propulsion technology to become accepted is that it just costs so much money—for example, battery electric vehicles have been steadily growing,…
Study Highlights States with Worst Drivers
CarInsuranceComparison.com has released a study that ranks states based on how terrible their drivers are There’s nothing that brings out the worst in people than encountering bad drivers out on…
Gametime Grill: 5 Best Football Stadiums to Tailgate
So you’ve read our article on tailgating rules and etiquette and you just can’t wait to enjoy your next tailgate party. So now you might be wondering, “Where are the…
Chevy Equinox Makes Cars.com Car Seat Check Honor Roll
2020 Chevrolet Equinox in Cayenne Orange Metallic Photo: Chevrolet A properly installed car seat is a must when you are transporting your kids back and forth. Unfortunately, installing a car…
Ford on Attending 2019 Geneva Motor Show: Nah, We're Good
The 2019 Ford Mustang Bullitt made its European debut at the 2018 Geneva show Ford to Geneva: See ya, wouldn’t wanna be ya. The Detroit automaker confirmed last week to…
Honda Reliability ‘Has Come a Long Way,’ Toro Rosso Says
Franz Tost, team principal for the Scuderia Toro Rosso Formula One team, says that Honda has come a long way in terms of reliability and have “exceed expectations” with the…
Prosecutors Decline to Charge Caitlyn Jenner in Connection with Fatal Car Collision
US women’s soccer player Amy Wambach awarded Caitlyn Jenner with the Arthur Ashe Courage Award at the 2015 ESPYS Photo: Disney | ABC Television Group Reality TV star and former…
2017 Civic Sedan and Coupe Turbocharged and Paired with 6-Speed Manual
The 2017 Honda Civic Coupe Honda today confirmed that a 6-speed manual transmission will be offered as standard equipment on the all-new, turbocharged 2017 Civic sedan and coupe, which are…
Honda Seeks To Make “Designated Texter” A Thing, Creates Music Video To Do So
The explosion of ridesharing apps like Lyft and Uber has largely replaced the need for designated drivers, making it easier and safer than ever for sad sacks to drink alone.…
FCA CEO Says Jeep and Ram Strong Enough to Stand Alone
Jeep’s an independent automaker and it don’t need no FCA Without a doubt, Ram and Jeep are Fiat Chrysler Automobile’s most profitable brands. However, are they strong enough to stand…
Cadillac Escalade Makes Great Choice for Tall People
2021 Cadillac Escalade Photo: Cadillac Cabin space that comfortably accommodates you and your passengers is important whether you and your crew are traveling short or long distances. If you are…
Safety Tips for Trick-or-Treaters
Trick-or-treaters safely enjoying some sugary rewards. Photo: Marco With September coming to a close, it’s not too soon to start counting down to October 31st. As important as costumes and…
What Are Ohio Safety Corridors and Are They Effective?
Ohio is just one state that’s leveraging Safety Corridors to help curb distracted driving Photo: OregonDOT via CC If you regularly drive in or through Ohio, you’ve probably noticed a…
Unifor Members Ratify General Motors Agreement, Reveal Details
As Unifor, Canada’s largest auto manufacturing workers’ union, and General Motors entered into negotiations, the largest concern was that the automaker would pull out of Canada completely, leaving empty its…
Red Bull Honda Deal Could Be Already Done
Will Red Bull Racing choose Honda or Renault as its engine supplier for the 2019 Formula One championship? It’s the question that’s on everyone’s lips this summer, but according to…
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Cadillac struck gold in August last year when the luxury brand unveiled the Elmiraj concept at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, signaling what could be Cadillac’s future flagship coupe. Back…
Planned Road Upgrades Reveal Scale of New Mazda/Toyota Plant
Mazda and Toyota have been working on a joint manufacturing plant in Alabama for some time. However, as the companies have been working on the $1.6 billion facility, covering hundreds…
Honda Earns Fifth KBB.com Best Value Brand Award
The 2016 Honda Civic on display at the Chicago Auto Show For the fifth time, Honda has been named the automotive industry’s “Best Value Brand” in Kelley Blue Book’s 2016…
Honda Aims to Kick Off 2019 F1 Season With Third-Best Engine
Honda motorsport boss Masashi Yamamoto says the company is making a big effort to catch the frontrunners ahead of the 2019 Formula One season, and that it aims to have…
Where Are the Cars of ‘In The Heights’?
Photo: Kenny Loule via Flickr Like the rest of the theater nerds in America, I woke up this morning and started to obsessively check online for the first full trailer…
