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Ford Outlines Eco-Friendly Initiatives and Output in 2017 Sustainability Report
Ford on Friday released its annual Sustainability Report, which covers multiple areas in which the automaker strived to improve the environment over the previous year or more and the various…
2020 Nissan Leaf Boasts New Tech and a Bigger Touch Screen
Photo: Nissan For the 2020 model year, the Nissan Leaf is about to get some high-tech upgrades to its infotainment and safety systems. Here’s an in-depth look at its updates.…
Jeep Wrangler Takes Home 10th Consecutive Award from SEMA
2019 Jeep Wrangler Photo: Jeep It’s not the first time the Jeep Wrangler was singled out as the “4×4/SUV of the Year” by exhibitors at the Specialty Equipment Market Association…
Mazda to Invade Milan Design Week with Fashionable KODO Exhibit
Mazda will be returning to Italy this April to participate in the biggest design festival, Milan Design Week, which draws the creativity of numerous artists, architects, labels, and visionaries. This year,…
MotorTrend Gives Lincoln Navigator the W Over Cadillac Escalade
The Lincoln Navigator is outstanding in its field (and in this desert) Photo: Lincoln Cadillac went all out to make its 2021 Escalade just all sorts of ridiculous when it…
First Bronco Off-Roadeo Kicks Off in June
Photo: Ford Last year, Ford revealed that Bronco fans would get the chance to put the off-road-ready SUV to the test at events cheekily named Off-Roadeos. On Wednesday, Ford revealed…
A Crackdown is Coming for Drivers Who Text
Photo: The News Wheel A distracted driver is a risk to more than just themselves. If you make a habit of checking or even sending text messages while driving it’s…
A Case for Mitsubishi to Bring the Triton to the US
We wouldn’t really know it here in the US, but overseas Mitsubishi Motors is a major producer of pickup trucks. The truck in question is the Mitsubishi Triton. It’s a…
Automobile Mag Names CTS All-Star Winner
2014 Cadillac CTS Automobile Magazine has released its list of 10 All-Stars for 2014. Quite possibly our favorite to make the cut was the 2014 Cadillac CTS, which was even…
5 Coolest Cars from Joe Sugg's Instagram
Joe Sugg has significant popularity on YouTube, with more than 8.2 million subscribers and counting. But, as it turns out, Joe has a love for cars, too – and often…
U.S. Likely to Miss Out on New Chevrolet Montana Truck
The outline of the redesigned Chevrolet Montana truck Photo: Chevrolet Hyundai and Ford are bringing new unibody compact pickup trucks to the U.S. market. General Motors is widely expected to…
2018 Toyota Camry Rolls Off the Production Line in Kentucky
The very first 2018 Toyota Camry has rolled off the production line today in Georgetown, Kentucky, becoming the first vehicle in North America designed and manufactured with the Toyota New…
GM Files for the “Montana” Vehicle Name Trademark for its Chevy Pickup Lineup
Is the Chevy Montana compact pickup coming stateside? Pickup trucks are undeniably some of the most popular vehicles throughout the entire United States automotive market. In fact, their popularity has only…
Puppet Protagonists in Cars
You might think that there’s not much to celebrate at the end of April, but you’d be wrong. Apparently today is National Day of Puppetry, which is “associated with the…
GM Reveals Ultium Charge 360 for Electric Vehicles
Photo: General Motors General Motors is set to debut 30 electric vehicles before the end of 2025. To make it easier for you to charge these EVs at home and…
Differences between the Infiniti QX50 and Infiniti QX55
Infiniti QX50 Photo: INFINITI Despite their similar names, the Infiniti QX50 and Infiniti QX55 have their share of differences. Here’s how the brand’s longtime-favorite crossover compares to its brand-new crossover…
2022 Infiniti QX55 Overview
Photo: Infiniti As the newest addition to the Infiniti lineup, the 2022 Infiniti QX55 fills a unique niche in the brand’s selection of vehicles. The automaker describes the model as…
3 of the Steepest Roads in Canada
Photo: The News Wheel Whether you consider steep roads to be an annoyance, a hazard, a fun challenge, or something else entirely, they certainly make drives more interesting. Although Canada…
Toyota Selects 240 Athletes for Global Tokyo 2020 Team
Photo: Toyota Toyota has launched a new page on its global website dedicated to supporting and sharing the stories of 240 “Global Team Toyota Athletes” from 43 countries and areas…
Reasons to Choose Mazda Commercial Fleet Vehicles
Photo: Mazda If you’re an entrepreneur, you know that good branding can give your business an edge over the competition. You can elevate your company above the competition by outfitting…
Ford Electrified Vehicle Sales Reach Record High in First Half of 2021
2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E still red hot through 2021 Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company closed out the first half of 2021 with a new record for electrified vehicle sales, thriving…
New Study Implies That Bold Exterior Colors Boost Resale Value
If you’re in the market for a new vehicle and want to maximize its resale value, you might want to think twice about going with a neutral exterior color. It…
Brown and Gold Hues May Hurt Your Car’s Resale Value
Chevrolet Camaro Photo: Chevrolet If you scan a parking lot, crowded city street, or even vehicles near you on the highway, you probably will see many neutral-colored vehicles. It may…
Wheelchair Safety Tips for Riding in an Accessible Van
Photo: janeannv via CC An accessible van or SUV makes it easy for you to roll up in your wheelchair and hit the road, whether you’re the driver or a…
Lexus Canada Lengthens its Hybrid Battery Warranty
Photo: Lexus If you’re planning on choosing a 2020 Lexus hybrid model, your good decision just got better. Lexus Canada already offered a generous warranty on its hybrid batteries, clocking…
George R.R. Martin's Mazda: “Game of Thrones” Writer Still Drives His Trusty RX-7
George R.R. Martin’s Mazda along with his wicked castle mailbox. Novelist George R.R. Martin is no doubt getting richer nearly every day as he continues to reap the rewards of…
Ford Gets Perfect Score in 2019 Disability Equality Index
From left to right: Stephanie Williams, Emily Obert, and Lauren Gaber accept a DEI award on behalf of Ford at the 2019 Disability:IN conference in Chicago Photo: Ford Motor Company…
3 Breathtaking Scenic Drives in New York
Photo: Dion Hinchcliffe via CC The Empire State is positively teeming with natural wonders and historic treasures. Here’s a look at three scenic drives you can take to explore some…
IIHS Establishes New Side-Impact Test for Vehicles
New Year’s is the perfect time to throw out old processes that no longer work and try new ones. That’s why the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety plans on implementing a…
Hidden Pothole Damage Could Be Putting Your Car, and You, at Risk
Pothole season could be putting your car at risk Photo: _chrisUK Remember the cavernous pothole your vehicle slammed into yesterday (and the day before, and the day before)? Sometimes it seems…
Hit a Pothole? Check for Possible Car Damage
No matter how hard you try, sometimes you can’t avoid running over the potholes formed by a long winter. Big or small, smacking into one can cause serious damage to…
Killer Car Movies: John Carpenter’s “Christine” (1983)
Don’t let its innocent looks fool you… Photo: Greg Gjerdingen via CC Everyone loves a good scary movie on Halloween. But while most fans of spooky cinema are focused on…
A Fall-Time Refresher on Tailgating Etiquette
Football season: one of the most exciting fall-time events for many Americans. Photo: TarHippo Whether you are a die-hard sports fanatic or enjoy any gathering with yummy foods and amazing…
How to Avoid Potholes When Driving
Photo: 四代目火影 via CC Hitting a pothole is not only a frightening and annoying experience; it also can be a potentially hazardous situation to both your safety and the health…
Nissan Announces Lineup for Chicago Auto Show
Nissan “A to Z” Lineup for 2021 Chicago Auto Show A Photo: Nissan Nissan has big plans for this year’s Chicago Auto Show. The automaker plans to impress fans and…
A Brief History of Tailgating
Tailgating is a beloved activity for many sports fans across the country, but how did the ritual of cooking out, drinking, and hanging out with family and friends before the…
2016 Chevrolet Colorado Overview
The Chevy Colorado ©GM Fresh from the Chevrolet Colorado’s 2015 Motor Trend Truck of the Year win, the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado is ready to continue to impress shoppers and critics…
2021 Chicago Auto Show Postponed Until Spring
The 2021 Chicago Auto Show has been postponed until spring Photo: Chicago Auto Show The Chicago Auto Show has joined a long list of automotive industry events postponed by the…
2019 Ram 1500 Rebel Named Texas Off-road Truck of the Year
2019 Ram Rebel 1500 The 2019 Ram 1500 Rebel has proven to be winner in the eyes of the Texas Motor Press Association, which just named the impressive, capable, and…
2021 Kia Soul Overview
Photo: Kia For 12 years, the Kia Soul has garnered attention from auto enthusiasts worldwide thanks to its quirky, signature style. While not much has visually changed on the model,…
Study: Cost of Owning an EV Only Slightly Higher than Gas-Powered Cars
An electric vehicle doesn’t cost much more to own over the first five years compared to a gas-powered vehicle, a new AAA study shows Photo: Porsche If you’re considering upgrading…
Dueling Robots Fall in Love with Hyundai i30 in Epic New Commercial [VIDEO]
Robots can learn how to love, but they can’t lean how to share Wall-E and EVE… David and the Blue Fairy… R2-D2 and C-3PO… robot relationships are complicated. Emotions in…
Steps to Take if Your Car is Impounded
Photo: Yinan Chen Your car can get impounded for a variety of reasons — everything from illegal parking to driving while intoxicated. But no matter the reason your vehicle was…
How to Diagnose Car Electrical Issues
Engine under the hood Photo: Kevin P. via Pixabay Cars are complex pieces of machinery, and as technology improves each year, the electrical systems in vehicles become even more complicated.…
Ram 1500 Available with New Center-Mounted Bed Step
The retractable center-mounted bed step Photo: FCA Mopar offers a wide variety of accessories to add organization and functionality to Ram vehicles. Now, the brand is offering a new retractable…
How to Replace Your Stolen or Lost Driver's License
With states requiring compliance with the REAL ID Act by the end of 2020, be sure to find out what paperwork you need to replace your driver’s license before heading…
Check Out This GMC Sonoma GT with a Turbocharger in the Bed
07 The concept of putting a turbocharger and intercooler in the bed of a GMC Sonoma GT seems so logical that it’s a little bit surprising that nobody had tried…
Global Toyota Sales Recovering Faster Than Expected
Photo: Toyota Toyota reported its global sales in August were down just 10.6 percent from the previous year, in large part because of the COVID-19 pandemic. This is a promising…
Coronavirus Pandemic Has Led to an Increase in Car Thefts
Car thief Photo: TheDigitalWay With many states giving stay-at-home orders and encouraging social distancing at the moment, more vehicles are sitting idle in parking garages and driveways. As a result,…
2019 Subaru Ascent Overview
Its anticipated debut is finally here: the 2019 Subaru Ascent. The three-row SUV is finally rolling into showrooms, and there are dozens of things to love about this new Subaru.…
