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A Brief History of the Mitsubishi Eclipse
Everyone who’s seen The Fast and the Furious remembers Brian O’Connor’s little green Eclipse that he drives in most of the movie. What was it about the Eclipse that made…
One-of-a-Kind Wish Upon the Pleiades Itasha Subaru WRX S4 for Sale
Fans can win a chance to buy (yes, the winner still has to pay) this one-of-a-kind Wish Upon the Pleiades itasha Subaru WRX S4 model In what might be the…
2016 Mitsubishi i-MiEV Goes on Sale in March with More Options
America’s most affordable electric vehicle, the 2016 Mitsubishi i-MiEV, will go on sale in the United States in March, according to Inside EVs. It might be a surprise that a…
A Brief History of the Hood Ornament
1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Photo: Sicnag via CC Modern vehicles offer a range of exterior designs, but overall they are all moving art forms. Years ago, though, vehicles sported even…
2015 Mirage Most Fuel Efficient Non-Hybrid New Car
The 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage is the most fuel efficient non-hybrid new car This might be the upset to end all upsets: the 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage is the most fuel-efficient non-hybrid…
4 New Hyundai Models at Seoul Include Enduro Concept and RM15 Coupe
Hyundai Enduro CUV debut at 2015 Seoul Motor Show While America’s eyes were on the New York International Auto Show last week, Hyundai was busy on the other side of…
2016 German Grand Prix Recap: Radio Up, Rosberg Down
Last week, for the third time this season, I moaned about the radio ban that prevented drivers from communicating with their race engineers when they cars had a problem—such as…
Chrysler Supports “Cars 4 Classrooms” Project
2017 Chrysler Pacifica The all-new Chrysler Pacifica and the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid are going back to school. The Chrysler brand has signed up to be a supporter of the “Cars…
Check Out the Nissan GT-R NISMO GT500
The 2017 model year is certainly the Nissan GT-R’s time to shine. This month, Nissan unveiled the Nissan GT-R NISMO GT500 racecar at Twin Ring Motegi on the day before…
Chevy Bolt Struts Its Stuff in 2019 Electric Vehicle Road Trip
The efficiency and performance capabilities of the 2019 Chevy Bolt were put to the test this month in the 2019 Electric Vehicle Road Trip. This year’s EVRT kicked off on…
Innovative Toyota Environmental Leadership Improves in 2013
Toyota Environmental Leadership As environmental awareness becomes increasingly more important in consumer markets across all industries, Toyota is making an innovative move towards becoming one of the most environmentally advanced…
Surprise: Ford Plans to Continue on as America’s Top Truck Brand
2020 Ford F-250 King Ranch Photo: Ford Motor Company If you haven’t noticed, there’s a lot of shifting and moving within Ford, from the drastic changes to the product lineup to the…
2019 Ford F-150 Limited Tops Auto Trader Canada’s Pickup Truck Comparison
2019 Ford F-150 Limited Photo: Ford Motor Company The team at Auto Trader Canada pitted four of the biggest, baddest trucks going today against one another in their 2019 Full-Size…
Ford to Use Recycled Materials in 2014 F-150 Trucks
Expect recycled materials in 2014 F-150 trucks. Keeping with Ford’s efforts to reduce their environmental impact, the Ford Motor Co. has announced that it intends to use various recycled materials…
Advanced Safety Features Help You Save On Insurance
Wouldn’t it be great if you could save lives on the road while also saving money? Well, if your car has advanced driver-assistance systems, you could lower your insurance premiums…
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Toyota Canada is welcoming the new Sequoia TRD Pro to its lineup of rugged off-road vehicles. With this new addition, Canadians now have five options for the full-size SUV that…
2014 Mitsubishi MiEV Offers More Features, Lower Price
2014 Mitsubishi MiEV: More bang for the buck © Mitsubishi Motors What’s new, eco-friendly and just expanded its long list of standard features? It’s the 2014 Mitsubishi i-MiEV! And did…
Nissan GT-R Lineup Offers T-spec Edition
Nissan GT-R T-spec edition Photo: Nissan With a variety of updates, a choice of two bold exterior colors, and a limited-run, the T-spec edition is a worthy addition to the…
GM’s Toledo Plant Receives National Pollution Prevention Award
The General Motors Toledo Transmission plant received a national pollution prevention award yesterday from the National Pollution Prevention Roundtable, for its efforts to reduce the size of its footprint here…
Refreshed 2016 Toyota Avalon Unveiled at Chicago Auto Show
First look at the 2016 Toyota Avalon at the 2015 Chicago Auto Show Toyota has never been the most exciting automaker in the world—a fact that Toyota GM Bill Fay…
You searched for solar array
The Ford Research & Engineering Center in Dearborn, Michigan, is receiving a new 2,159-panel solar array. Capable of generating 1,127 megawatt hours of energy, the rooftop array is the latest…
Toyota Names Two New Board Members to Its North American Diversity Advisory Board
Jyoti Chopra Since 2002, Toyota’s Diversity Advisory Board has been a mainstay at creating a diverse, inclusive culture within the company. Judging by the fact that Toyota was the only automaker…
Egyptian President Rolls Out Red Carpet for His Own Motorcade; Egyptians Not Pleased
To put it extremely mildly, Egypt has been having some problems with money ever since the revolution of 2011. Political instability in the area has hit the tourism industry and…
Subaru Finds Pets New Homes at L.A. Auto Show
A few adorable Subaru fans Photo: Subaru Continuing their track record as one of the most philanthropically active automakers in the world, Subaru brought a little bit of love with…
What to Do If Your Car's Brakes Lock Up While Driving
Keep your foot off the clutch pedal when you’re not shifting gears It’s easy to take for granted how truly dangerous it is to drive a metal machine at 65…
2022 Kia Stinger Scorpion Edition Arrives at U.S. Dealerships
2022 Kia Stinger Scorpion Edition in Ceramic Silver Photo: Kia Back in March, when Kia announced the details of the 2022 Stinger, it also briefly mentioned a special Scorpion model.…
Celebrating ‘Can’t Buy Me Love’ 30 Years Later: The Iconic Vehicles from the Film
Photo: Buena Vista Pictures On this day, 30 years ago, the teenage rom-com Can’t Buy Me Love debuted, starring Patrick Dempsey as loser-turned-cool-guy Ronald “Ronnie” Miller and Amanda Peterson as…
Usain Bolt Takes Fans Behind the Scenes of the New York Auto Show
Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt is the fastest man ever recorded (with 17 world championships and Olympic gold medals to back up his claim), and he is known for his fun…
Toyota Denies It Will Help Alonso Win Le Mans
Toyota is the favorite to win the 24 Hours of Le Mans this weekend, with Fernando Alonso attempting to tick the second box in his quest for the Triple Crown…
Are Modern Cars Getting Heavier?
Photo: Max Pixel It makes sense if you’re worried about car weight. Heavier vehicles are harder on the road and the environment, and they cause more damage in crashes than…
Study Shows that Wi-Fi Hotspots are Most Desired Feature in a Car
According to a new report, Wi-Fi hotspots are the top feature people are willing to buy for their car Photo: Jeremy Brooks In a study of people who are expected…
Opinion: An Auto Enthusiast’s Argument For Self-Driving Cars
More often than not, when you bring up self-driving cars to an auto enthusiast, they’ll get all hot and bothered and say things like, “I’d never be caught dead in…
Hyundai Tucson, Veloster No. 1 in J.D. Power Initial Quality Study
Photo: Hyundai Two Hyundai vehicles — the Tucson and the Veloster — claimed the No. 1 ranking for their segments in the 2020 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study. Meet the…
Chevy Announces Turbo-Four Silverado MPG, Talks Smack
Photo: © General Motors Chevrolet raised eyebrows when it announced it would replace the Silverado’s V6 engine with a turbocharged four-cylinder. The brand promised impressive performance metrics from the engine,…
When Will We Get Freakin’ Colorful Tires on Our Cars?
Stop smiling! Your tires are boring! Our vehicles define us. We go to great lengths to find the perfect vehicle that matches our personality, whether it’s through the exterior color,…
Extra! Extra! Hyundai Lights Up Chicago with Hot 2018 Elantra GT Hatchback [PHOTOS]
It’s the first official press day of the 2017 Chicago Auto Show and Hyundai is up early, ready to parade its wares to those who’ve gathered for a taste of…
Mazda Gives Sneak Peek at SEMA Concepts
Last year, Mazda came to SEMA with two new MX-5 Miata concepts: the Speedster and Spyder concepts, both designed for swift operation. So, this year, Mazda decided that you can’t…
Aggressive Driving Wastes Money and Energy
For some drivers, a posted speed limit is more of a suggestion than a hard and fast rule, and their disregard not only puts other drivers at risk; it’s also a…
2015 Jeep Renegade Takes the Stage at Geneva
The 2015 Jeep Renegade Because I have never been good with time zones, I’ll just say that the 2015 Jeep Renegade made its debut recently over at the Geneva Motor…
Best Buicks for Road Trips
2021 Buick Envision Avenir Photo: Buick There’s plenty to consider when picking the ideal car for your road trips. From interior space and cargo room to fuel efficiency and modern…
Oregon Utilities Hop On Electric Infrastructure Bandwagon
Remember how a while back, California’s biggest utilities were trying to build electric car charging networks? Well, now the two largest utility companies in Oregon, Portland General Electric and Pacific…
“Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee” Returns July 19 with New Guests
Tap, tap, tap. Jerry’s back! Photo: Pete Souza Jerry Seinfeld will be back in the driver’s seat and on your screens in July, as a new season of Comedians in…
Hyundai's Van Donation Helping Fight Ebola in West Africa
While it seems definite progress is being made, the fight against Ebola is far from over. The Hyundai Motor Company recognizes it’s time other organizations lent a hand. Quick response…
IIHS Wants More Cities to Use Centerline Hardening to Protect Pedestrians
Keep an eye out for pedestrians crossing the road before making a turn Photo: Free-Photos via Pixabay Some cities have initiated “Vision Zero” programs designed to pass stricter laws to…
Honda Launches Hispanic Marketing Campaign for 2017 Ridgeline
So far, Honda has created two memorable ads for its all-new 2017 Ridgeline: a Super Bowl commercial that used singing sheep to promote the vehicle’s in-bed audio system, and a…
6 Best Automotive TV Shows
If you’re a fan of cars, chances are you like watching TV shows about cars. Luckily, there are plenty of options out there to satisfy your thirst for speed and…
Passengers' Annoying Habits Can Turn into Dangerous Distractions for Drivers
Since April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, there has been a lot of awareness, ahem, brought to dangerous distracted driving habits like using a cellphone when driving, eating or…
Ram Infomercials Encourage You to “Winch It!”
“Don’t flinch it. Winch it!” For Super Bowl LI, the advertisements seemed to focus in more on the sentimental rather than the hilarious. Messages of unity and understanding replaced the usual…
Mercedes' Self-Driving Semi Looks Amazing
The MB Future Truck 2025: self-driving semi, total work of art Many agree that autonomous driving is the way of the future, but thus far, Mercedes-Benz is one of the…
BMW Global Sales Achieve All-Time Record Total in 2013
BMW global sales have skyrocketed in 2013. The BMW Group has announced that it delivered a record 1,963,798 units during 2013, topping the previous record from 2012 by 6.4 percent.…
