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California Can Now Order the 2016 Chevrolet Volt
California dealerships can now order the 2016 Chevrolet Volt California, come on down! Today, the land of avocadoes and eternal 70s became the first state to have the honor of…
Cadillac's Project Pinnacle Plan Delayed Another 3 Months
Cadillac President Johan De Nysschen doesn’t see the delay as a big deal Photo: © General Motors Waiting for Cadillac’s Project Pinnacle plan to take effect is kind of like…
Cadillac's Elite DPi-V.R Makes Canadian Debut
Cadillac’s DPi-V.R makes its Canada debut at the Canadian International AutoShow Canada got its first glimpse of Cadillac’s cutting-edge DPi-V.R race car last week at the 2018 Canadian International Auto…
2021 Chevrolet Malibu Overview
2021 Chevrolet Malibu Photo: Chevrolet The 2021 Chevrolet Malibu delivers a few subtle tweaks while offering the same qualities, capabilities, and value that the 2020 version did. You can now…
JD Power Quality Study Gives Chevy an Above Average Score
Photo: The News Wheel Placing above the industry average in the 2019 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study proves what Chevy fans already know and have known for years, that Chevy…
Cadillac XT6 and Chevy Blazer Are Semifinalists for 2020 Utility of the Year
As 2019 draws gradually to a close, it’s normal to start anticipating which new models will win end-of-the-year accolades. And you now have reason to root for the Cadillac XT6…
Cadillac Set to Add a New Vehicle to Its Lineup Every Six Months
The XT4 is only the beginning for Cadillac’s expansion Cadillac recently held a launch event for the upcoming Cadillac XT4, which is set to arrive on dealership lots sometime in…
Cadillac Offering Free Driving Lessons to V-Series Buyers
Consumers who dish out more than $60,000 for a new Cadillac V-Series model will be rewarded with free lessons on how to properly drive their car Photo: © General Motors If…
Cadillac Live Now Available to Canadian Consumers
Cadillac is continuing its marketing trend of reaching younger consumers by offering them contemporary crossover and SUV models like the 2019 XT4 and upcoming 2020 XT6. The automaker is also…
KBB Names 2021 Ford Expedition Among Best Family Cars
The Ford Expedition stay stacking up KBB trophies like firewood Photo: Ford It’s safe to say that the experts at Kelley Blue Book are fairly fond of the Ford Expedition.…
Cadillac Escala Concept Makes Surprise Appearance at 2017 Detroit Auto Show [Photos]
The Escala Concept was the crown jewel of Cadillac’s display at the 2017 NAIAS Cadillac has made a number of exciting concept cars over the last 20 years, such as…
Cadillac and Costco Team Up for Discount
New Cadillac vehicles like the 2021 XT6 qualify for the Costco discount Photo: Cadillac If you’re a Costco shopper with an eye for luxury vehicles, Cadillac has some great news…
Buying a New Car on Credit is Not as Straightforward as it Seems
New Peugeot 5008 Planning to buy a new car? A large percentage of motorists decide to purchase through some kind of credit, which is understandable because it is such a…
Buick's New Father's Day Video Asks The Question: Is Talent Learned Or Innate
Roman Lys (foreground) and his son Robert Lys (background) are both sculptors at Buick’s design studio. Sculptor Matthew Brancheu’s father has been in the automotive industry for more than 40…
Buick to Air Expensive Commercial During Football Game With Trademarked Name
A scene from the Buick commercial that aired during last year’s gross display of football decadence With the conclusion of Sunday’s football matches, we now know that February’s THE LARGE…
Buick Partners with Amazon Alexa for Promotional Campaign
Buick vehicles like the Encore GX feature built-in Alexa integration Photo: Buick General Motors and Amazon are no strangers to collaboration. As of late 2020, four Buick vehicles include a…
Buick Offers Vehicle Owners Free Wi-Fi During March Madness
Fans of both Buick and basketball are about to score big! It will be rather difficult to pry college sports fans from their various screens now that March Madness is…
Buick Looking to Mirror GMC's Success With Denali in Growing its Avenir Brand
GMC ’s Denali brand has been making bank in 2017, accounting for approximately 30% of all brand sales throughout 2017 and providing the brand with significant gains in average transaction price.…
Buick Discusses Importance of Fathers in Careers of Sculptors and Designers
Robert and Daniel Lys both work within GM Design, and both cite their father as a primary influence Photo: © General Motors Father’s Day was this past Sunday, but really, isn’t everyday…
Buick Announces New Avenir Sub-Brand, Inspired by Avenir and Avista Concepts
The logo of Buick’s newest “sub-brand,” Avenir The Buick Avenir concept was one of the most pleasant surprises of the 2015 Detroit Auto Show, and ever since its premiere, there…
Buckle Up: AAA Estimates High Thanksgiving Traffic
If you’re getting ready for Thanksgiving travel this week, you’re not alone. The American Automobile Association estimates that you’ll join about 55 million people heading to the skies or the…
Buc-ee’s and “Don’t Mess With Texas” Team up to Fight Litter
Photo: Falkenpost Every year, more than 362 million pieces of trash accumulate along Texas roadways. It’s quite the eyesore and environmental hazard — so Buc-ee’s and “Don’t Mess With Texas”…
BTS Arrived to the Grammys in Style in the Hyundai NEXO
BTS arrived at the Grammys in a pair of Hyundai NEXO fuel cell SUVs Photo: Hyundai Although BTS wasn’t nominated for any awards at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards on…
Bride of Frankenstein Holoride Makes Ford Explorer VR Playground
The Universal Monsters Presents Bride of Frankenstein holoride leverages the smooth ride of the 2020 Ford Explorer Photo: Ford Motor Company It’s alive! By it, we of course mean the…
Boston’s Mayor Wants to Cut the City’s Speed Limit
Photo: Pexels Boston has a rep for being a hard-driving city — but Mayor Marty Walsh is working to change that image and make The Hub a safer place for…
Boeing’s First Flying Car Test Flight is a Success
Look up in the sky. It’s a bird. No, it’s a plan. No, it’s a flying car. We have dreamed of flying around in cars from the days we watched…
BMW Preparing for Concorso d’Eleganza Villa D’Este
The Concorso d’Eleganza Villa D’Este might not be until the end of May, but BMW is already preparing for the historic car show. First held in 1929, the Italian auto…
BMW Night Vision Technology Spreading to Other Models
BMW has put a lot of attention into headlight and visibility technology over the years. From adaptive LED beams to Side View screens, safe driving has continued to be a…
[VIDEO] BMW M235i Drift Mob Will Spin You Round
Photo: BMW YouTube The latest entry in the #BMWstories advertising campaign is an adrenaline rush through the streets of Cape Town. When the creators of this commercial were asked, “What’s your…
Black Label Lincoln Nautilus Interior is a Wards’ Fav
Photo: Lincoln Matthew McConaughey was right. The Nautilus is awesome, and Wards thinks so as well. The elegant, inviting interior of the Black Label Lincoln Nautilus grabbed a perch on…
Best Road Trip Movies: The Blues Brothers Review
Elwood: “It’s 106 miles to Chicago, we got a full tank of gas, half a pack of cigarettes, it’s dark, and we’re wearing sunglasses.” Jake: “Hit it.” If you watch…
Best Chevy Models for Outdoor Parties
2020 Chevy Silverado 1500 Photo: Chevrolet In light of COVID-19, tailgating will likely look a bit different this fall, depending on your state’s local guidelines. You can still throw a…
Bentley Releases a Special Edition Bentayga Falconry Vehicle
Turning and turning in the widening gyre, the falcon can ride with the falconer Special edition trims of vehicles that match the lifestyles of certain segments of drivers are nothing new,…
BedStep: A Practical New Feature for the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado HD
Note the new BedStep between the cab and the rear wheel of the new 2020 Chevy Silverado HD The 2020 Chevrolet Silverado HD is one big, tall chunk of truck.…
Autotrader Names Nissan Altima One of the 12 Best New Cars for 2019
2019 Nissan Altima Impressed by the innovative features, luxurious interior, and available all-wheel drive of the 2019 Nissan Altima, the experts at Autotrader couldn’t help but include it on the…
Autonomous Tech Could Mean Less Colorful Cars
Photo: PPG Self-driving cars promise to lend greater convenience to daily life. However, they might also mean less colorful car exteriors in the near future. This is because the LIDAR…
Automotive Idioms: 10 Car-Related Phrases & Their Origins
Since their invention a century ago, automobiles have become an integral part of our lives, not just in transportation and culture, but even in language. Their presence has not only…
Audiobooks For Family Car Rides – 2019 Edition
The holiday season is coming up fast, which means you’re probably looking at some long drives or flights to visit family and friends. Before you pull out of the driveway,…
Audi Makes Test Drives Fun With Amazon
For better or for worse, Amazon is changing how we shop for almost everything we need or want. One area it’s barely touched here in the U.S., though, is car…
'Assetto Corsa' Launches Ferrari 70th Anniversary DLC, Including 2017 F1 Car
The Assetto Corsa racing simulator has finally launched one of its most hotly anticipated DLCs: the Ferrari 70th Anniversary Pack, complete with the SF70H Formula One car currently competing in…
Are Uber's Drivers Employees Or Independent Contractors?
Uber may have to start dishing out benefits if it’s ruled their drivers are employees and not independent contractors In an effort to reduce costs, many companies–such as Uber–refer to…
Anti-pitch Feature on Power Windows Helps Safeguards Occupants
The express-up/down feature of power windows is super convenient when you’re trying to quickly welcome in or banish the elements, but with such power comes a potential chance of injury…
Another Reason to Learn Stick Shift
Operating stick shift cars is a skill which many people nowadays don’t take the time to learn. While that may annoy some, it must have been a relief for one Seattle…
Another Month, Another Record Sales Performance for Ford F-Series in Canada
Ford Motor Company of Canada posted its best May result in 28 years, delivering a total of 34,486 vehicles and a year-over-year sales increase of 17%. Ford was led by…
All-Electric Nissan LEAF Makes History With Sales Surpassing 400,000 Units
2019 Nissan LEAF e+ The best-selling Nissan LEAF has made its mark on the automotive world and drivers since its debut in 2010, with its eco-friendly powertrain, advanced technologies, and…
Akio Toyoda Named 2021 World Car Person of the Year
Photo: Toyota A panel of 93 international automotive journalists have named Akio Toyoda, president and CEO of the Toyota Motor Corporation, the 2021 World Car Person of the Year. Toyoda,…
Adopt a Dog at the Subaru Loves Pets Booth at CAS
This year, you can take home an adorable pupper from the 2019 Chicago Auto Show at the Subaru Loves Pets booth. Subaru teamed up with ALIVE Rescue and Hopeful Tails…
Addition of AutoPark Lands Chrysler 300 Back on Consumer Reports' List of Recommended Vehicles
The Chrysler 300 is back in Consumer Reports’ good graces The new rotary-based transmission featured in the Chrysler 300 and other FCA models has been nothing if not controversial. In fact, alarming…
AAA Survey Finds Autonomous Cars Make Drivers Feel Less Safe
The 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander Photo: Mitsubishi Motors AAA and Harvard conducted a survey to determine drivers’ thoughts toward self-driving vehicles. They discovered that a significant number of drivers feel less…
AAA Study Finds Hands-Free Doesn't Mean Distraction-Free
The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, following a number of experiments at the University of Utah, has concluded what the MythBusters already knew: hands-free car systems are still highly distracting,…
