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What Makes an Effective Car Advertisement?
The new FIAT 500X commercial references the popular “Back to the Future” franchise The automotive industry is worth a staggering amount of money. In MarketWired.com’s 2011 report about the automotive manufacturing…
Ford Announces Miami as Partner City for Autonomous Vehicle Services Pilot
Ford’s vice president of Autonomous Vehicles and Electrification, Sherif Marakby, confirmed last month at the 2018 North American International Auto Show that Ford would be “testing a lot more than…
Ford Invests $1 Billion in Argo AI for Autonomous Vehicle Development
From left to right: Peter Rander, Argo AI COO; Mark Fields, Ford president and CEO; Bryan Salesky, Argo AI CEO; and Raj Nair, Ford executive vice president, Product Development and…
Kia Debuts Sleek, Blacked Out Telluride Nightfall Edition
What does the all-new Telluride Nightfall Edition look like? (Hint: Not this) Photo: Kia Since it arrived to dealerships early last year, the Kia Telluride has nabbed over 70 awards…
How to Deal With a Screaming Toddler in the Car
Toddlers are an odd breed. They are old enough to think they know what they want and they aren’t afraid to make demands. However, they are still too young to…
2021 Kia Sorento Overview
2021 Kia Sorento SX Photo: Kia The Sorento has been a part of the Kia lineup since 2002 when it debuted at the Chicago Auto Show. Over the years, the…
First Time Car Lease Tips
Are you considering your first automobile lease but are unsure where you should start? Leasing a vehicle doesn’t have to be a daunting experience, especially if you’re prepared ahead of…
MultiPro Tailgate Kicker Audio System Comes to the Hummer EV
Photo: GMC It seems like the GMC Hummer EV just keeps getting more and more features. In addition to its host of off-road-ready features and fun tech tools, it’s getting…
Surprise! Mazda Brings MX-5 RF to US Two Months Early
The first MX-5 RF sale So, originally when the MX-5 RF was introduced and priced, it was promised to appear in dealerships after the start of 2017. However, as of…
“There's No Reason” for Ford Not to Make an Everest Raptor, Which Might Mean We're Getting a Bronco Raptor
The success of the Ford F-150 Raptor has given birth to the Ranger Raptor (which may or may not come to the United States sometime down the line), so one…
Trump Officials to Meet With California Air Resources Board Chairman To Hash Out Emissions, Fuel Economy Rules
California Air Resources Board Chair Mary Nichols Photo: California Air Resources Board Tensions have been rising higher and higher over the fate of our nation’s fuel efficiency and emissions regulations,…
Did You Catch Archie’s Jalopy in the ‘Riverdale’ Season 3 Trailer?
Photo: Warner Bros. Television, 2018 At the end of the Riverdale season two episode “Chapter Thirty: The Noose Tightens,” Hiram Lodge gifts his boyfriend daughter’s boyfriend, Archie, a vintage Pontiac…
Rob Dyrdek and Chevy Sonic Set World Record for Reverse Ramp Jump
Rob Dyrdek and Chevy Sonic setting another world record If hearing Rob Dyrdek and the Chevrolet Sonic together sounds familiar, it’s because the former professional skateboarder and Rob Dyrdek’s Fantasy…
Dodge, Jeep, and Ram Pull in Six 2015 Edmunds Most Popular Awards
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) recently announced that six of its vehicles (three Dodges, two Jeeps, and a Ram pickup) raked in several 2015 Edmunds Most Popular Awards. The Most Popular…
Volvo CEO Elaborates on Free EV Recharge Costs
The all-new Volvo XC40 Recharge in Glacier Silver Photo: Volvo The latest step in Volvo’s aggressive push into the all-electric vehicle market is a bold one. As a part of…
Mariela Is the Latina Toyota Jan
If you’re a fan of Toyota Jan (and who isn’t?) but wished she had a Latin flair, we’d like to introduce you to Mariela. She’s the Spanish-speaking counterpart to Laurel…
The Crosstrek Sport Will be Both Powerful and Efficient
Photo: Subaru Recently, Subaru announced that one of its most popular crossovers, the Crosstrek, will come with an upgraded version for the 2021 model year. Called the Subaru Crosstrek Sport,…
BOOK by Cadillac Expands to Dallas, Los Angeles, and Beyond
Cadillac’s luxury vehicle subscription service, BOOK, will now be available in the urban hubs of Dallas and Los Angeles. You can blame this recent development on the success of its…
Classic Nameplate, New Design: Here's Your First Look at the 2019 Chevrolet Blazer Crossover
The 2019 Chevrolet Blazer Photo: Mark Najjar for Chevrolet Chevrolet has finally unveiled the 2019 Blazer, reviving the classic SUV nameplate for a strikingly designed new crossover that will slot…
Lincoln Offering New Black Label Special Edition for 2021 Navigator
2021 Lincoln Navigator Black Label Special Edition Package Photo: Lincoln The Lincoln Navigator rolls out without any major overhauls for 2021, likely saving something splashy for its midcycle refresh next…
Dare to Compare: Which Mid-Size Pickup is the Strongest?
2018 Chevrolet Colorado Pickup trucks are some of the best-selling vehicles in the United States, and when you buy a pickup, one of the primary factors to consider is performance.…
Wheels.ca Gives 2021 Ford Bronco Nod Over Jeep Wrangler in Five Areas
Wheels.ca’s Dan Heyman gives the Ford Bronco the nod over the Jeep Wrangler on five key points Photo: Ford In August, the 2021 Ford Bronco finally hit Canada after years…
Toyota West Virginia Gets $210 Million and 100 New Jobs
Photo: Toyota On the heels of announcing the production of its 30th million vehicle in North America, Toyota is continuing to invest in U.S. manufacturing with an additional $210 million…
Does Your State Require Motorcyclists to Wear a Helmet?
Photo: Nikolai Ulltang Despite the fact that helmets help prevent 37% of motorcycle deaths and 67% of brain injuries resulting from a crash, not every state requires motorcyclists to wear them.…
Audi Vehicles Can Read Traffic Lights in the U.S. Capital
While some automakers are focusing mostly on creating cars that can drive themselves, Audi has taken its research a step further and is looking into developing how vehicles, self-piloted or…
Ford F-Series Earns Best February Since 2000; Ford Motor Company Sales Fall 7%
Ford Motor Company delivered a total of 194,132 vehicles in February, a decrease of 6.9% year-over-year. Retail sales were down 8.5% at 123,073 vehicles delivered, and fleet sales fell 3.8%…
Toyota Motor Manufacturing West Virginia Celebrates 25 Years of Operations
Photo: Toyota Since 1996, Toyota Motor Manufacturing West Virginia has made nearly 20 million powertrains — averaging at a little over 92 powertrains per minute. In tandem with the anniversary…
FCA Makes the Odd Choice to Release a Jeep Super Bowl Commercial That Openly Criticizes Its Ram Super Bowl Commercial
FCA followed up a “Manifesto” ad with a Super Bowl spot that mocked “Manifesto” ads By now, we’re all accustomed to seeing a number of common commercial types appear during…
Ford, Alibaba Sign Letter of Intent for Three-Year Collaborative Agreement
Ford on Thursday confirmed a three-year agreement with Alibaba Group that will see the two titans “identify new opportunities to redefine consumer retail experiences and explore solutions for sustainable mobility.”…
Cold Cars Pose Danger to Pets
You know better than to leave Fido in the car when you’re out and about on a hot summer’s day. And even though the season has changed and the temperature…
EPA Looks to Ax Rule To Require Emissions-Compliant Engines in New Truck Bodies
It is probably fair to say that the Trump administration enjoys it some good old deregulation. It already was looking speculatively at a number of NHTSA regulations (which, if axed,…
Deadly Car Crashes Reach Highest Level Since 2007
Photo: Dino Kužnik Friday, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported 2016 as the highest year for deadly crashes in the United States since 2007. In 2007, the United…
Ford Continues Support of DAV Transportation Network with Donation of Eight Flex SUVs
Ford is committing to giving back to Americans who give of themselves to serve the country they love so dearly, and it is reaffirming that commitment by donating eight additional Flex…
Ford Bronco, Bronco Sport First Edition Sold Out
Want to reserve a 2021 Ford Bronco First Edition? You’re outta luck Photo: Ford Bad news if you balked on the 2021 Ford Bronco First Edition or Bronco Sport First…
Detroit High Schoolers Build a 1965 Ford Daytona Coupe From Scratch
What was your favorite class project in high school? Whatever it was, it almost certainly was not as cool as assembling a functional 1965 Ford Daytona Coupe from parts. That’s…
Ford Announces Partnership with Lyft to Bring Self-Driving Cars to Ride-Sharing Service
On Wednesday, Ford Motor Company announced that it is forging a partnership with rideshare provider Lyft to help create a quicker path toward self-driving cars and, as Ford Vice President of Autonomous…
Driving with Autism: Advice for Learning to Drive When on the Spectrum
It’s possible for those with autism to obtain their driver’s licenses Photo: Becky Wetherington via cc/Flickr For many people, certain freedoms and abilities come easily and thus are often taken…
2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Overview
While it may often be overlooked for its similarly-named counterpart, the Hyundai Santa Fe Sport is a snazzy, exciting upgrade to the basic, family-oriented Santa Fe crossover. For a little…
[Video] The Rock Surprises US Army Vet with 2018 Ford Mustang
This morning, Mustang6G leaked some b-roll footage of the 2018 Ford Mustang that revealed, startlingly, that it looks more or less like a 2017 Ford Mustang with some changes made…
2016 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive Overview
2016 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive The 2016 Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive is a stylish five-door hatchback, which is powered by a 177 horsepower electric motor and it features a starting…
Bye Bye: Mitsubishi i-MiEV Leaves US Market
Say goodbye to the Mitsubishi i-MiEV—it’s leaving the United States market and it’s probably not coming back. As we saw at the start of the month, few people are likely…
2016 Chevy SS Gets Updates for Last Model Year
The 2016 Chevrolet SS is a powerful sedan that is a rebadged version of the powerful Holden Commodore. The Commodore has been called the “Last of the V8s,” but production…
Ford Announces Chinese Electrified Vehicle Strategy, Including Mondeo Energi PHEV
Ford Mondeo Energi Ford on Thursday revealed that it will launch a number of new electrified vehicles in China by 2025—including a new Mondeo Energi plug-in hybrid and a fully-electric…
Chevy Expanding Engine and Transmission Lineup in China
GM China Vice President Michael Carman Today Chevrolet announced that it will soon offer a propulsion lineup in China that is unmatched in range and breadth, in order to meet…
3 Cool Covered Bridges to Explore in Michigan
While covered bridges are a great backdrop for engagement pictures, they also make a scenic setting for road-trip pictures. Michigan supplies quite a few historical bridges worth visiting. Here are…
Chrysler Announces Mopar Parts for the 2015 Jeep Renegade
Last week, Chrysler revealed the all-new 2015 Jeep Renegade at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show, marking the vaunted brand’s first foray into the small SUV segment. As can be expected…
Driveable Shirt Makes Fun and Relaxing Father’s Day Gift
The “Car Massage Shirt” by Littlest Prince Couture is listed on Jane.com. Photo: Jane.com This June 18 will see a run on ties, tools, barbecue utensils, and handmade cards and…
For Sale: One Disgraced Airbag Manufacturer, to Good Home
In case you hadn’t heard, Takata Corporation has been raked over the coals for some time now, due to the fact that humidity and warm temperatures can ironically turn their…
Ford Driving Skills for Life Kicks Off 14th Campaign in February
Ford this month kicked off the 14th year of its annual Ford Driving Skills for Life program, which aims to provide teenage drivers with the tools necessary to be safer and…
NASCAR Announces Big Rule Changes for 2016
The playoff system has been so successful in the Sprint Cup Series that NASCAR will expand its usage Photo: Freewheeling Daredevil If NASCAR wouldn’t have switched from its old points system…
