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Ford Ranger Raptor, Focus ST Report for Duty in UK
Photo: Ford Motor Company Police in the United Kingdom will have a powerful new ally on duty: the Ford Ranger Raptor. Ford revealed that coppers in South Wales are trialing…
Ford Sets September Record for CV Sales in UK
Ford Fiesta and Ford Transit Custom Ford reported that it was once again the tip brand in the United Kingdom for total vehicle, passenger car, and commercial vehicle sales, with…
Mazda CX-9 Gets the Best Fuel Efficiency of Any Three-Row Non-Hybrid Crossover
Mazda is very proud of its new CX-9 as the largest SUV in its new lineup. Now, it seems that it has another reason to be excited: the 2016 CX-9 has…
Lincoln Electric SUV to Use Rivian Skateboard Chassis
The Rivian skateboard chassis may underpin a new Lincoln electric SUV Photo: © Rivian Automotive Lincoln is expected to launch an all-electric all-wheel-drive SUV in 2022, and it will likely…
2018 Formula 1 Car Launch Dates
Renault Sport’s RS18 teaser Edit: Red Bull Racing has announced it will reveal the RB14 on February 19. Pre-season testing for the 2018 Formula One championship season is fast approaching…
Ford To Offer 2018 Edge with Trendy SEL Sport Appearance Package
The SEL Sport Appearance Package surprisingly doesn’t come with leather seats In 2016, Ford set a record by selling 134,588 Edge crossovers and now the Blue Oval is hoping to…
What Should I Do with an Upfitted Accessible Van When I’m Done with It?
Toyota Sienna with in-floor ramp Every vehicle anyone purchases will eventually reach the end of its lifespan, and that includes upfitted accessible vans. For one reason or another, you eventually…
Official Toyota Mirai EPA Numbers Revealed
Toyota has released EPA estimates for the 2016 Mirai fuel cell vehicle With its October release date coming ever closer, Toyota is finally releasing fuel economy numbers for the 2016…
New Volkswagen Tiguan Unveiled
The all-new VW Tiguan was unveiled last month at the Frankfurt Motor Show in Germany, and it’s ready to take on the competitive crossover field in the United States. The…
After a Year of Service, BMW’S DriveNow Program Proves Successful
The BMW 7 Series When BMW launched its DriveNow ride-share program in June 2012, it opted for the proving grounds of San Francisco, given the Bay Area’s proclivity for HEV/EV…
Toyota Stays Ahead of Volkswagen as World’s Biggest Automaker
A long time ago, the Big Three Detroit automakers were also the world’s largest automakers by production. Today, while General Motors remains among the global top three, the fight for…
Missouri Tesla Ban Struck Down
Tesla CEO Elon Musk / Photo via Oninnovaion Despite a last-ditch effort from Missouri dealership lobbyists, Tesla avoided having their business model banned in the state after its legislature adjourned…
First Responders Receive Free Car Cleanings From Local Business
Photo: The News Wheel Bill Bonds, who co-owns a Ziebart store in Sylvania Township near Toledo, Ohio, is giving back to those on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic.…
Japan to Get Mitsubishi Lancer Evo X Final Edition
The Mitsubishi Lancer Evo X Final Edition It was a sad day last year when we learned that Mitsubishi was pulling the plug on the Lancer Evolution, but the one…
Two Driverless Car Prototypes Nearly Collide On California Public Road Causing Safety Concern
Two self-driving car prototypes recently had a close call in The Golden State Photo: Jon R Via Flickr It seems like those worries about allowing driverless car prototypes to be…
2014 Cadillac XTS Sedan Overview
The all-new 2014 Cadillac XTS The 2014 Cadillac XTS Sedan amps up success with the new optional 410-horsepower turbocharged V6. Compared to the underwhelming 304-hp V6 engine of last year,…
BMW-Toyota Sports Car Project Could Produce Different-Sized Cars
For what seems like forever now, BMW and Toyota have been working on a super secret sports car collaboration which has had Supra fans rejoicing for the possible return of…
There’s Definitely No Fake Love with This BTS and Hyundai Collaboration
Photo: Hyundai Do you hear that screaming in the distance? Chances are, it’s the BTS Army and they’re REALLY EXCITED about something Jungkook and RM have done. Or perhaps it’s…
'What Car?' Names the BMW 5 Series the Car of the Year 2017
Car of the Year 2017 The awards seem to keep piling up for BMW! Cars.com recently awarded the title of 2017 Luxury Car of the Year to the 2017 BMW 7…
It's Back! Ford Teases the 2021 Mustang Mach 1
My, what big eyes you have (or nostrils or whatever those big circles are gonna be) Photo: Ford Not even a pandemic and all sorts of other craziness can hold…
Serena Williams Stars in New Lincoln Navigator Grammys Commercial
Photo: Lincoln Motor Company Serena Williams, arguably the all-time greatest to ever pick up a tennis racket, is back promoting the new Lincoln Navigator in a fresh TV spot. Williams,…
Take the C8 Corvette for a Spin at Spring Mountain
The 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Photo: Chevrolet If you’ve ever wanted to get more out of your time on the road, the Ron Fellows Performance Driving School at Spring Mountain Motor…
2020 Corvette Convertible Finally Begins Production
At long last, the Stingray is on its way Photo: Chevrolet It’s been a long and rocky road for Chevy’s legendary sports car this year. Production delays, preorder issues, and…
Audi Boosts the e-tron's Range by 15 Miles
Photo: Audi The Audi e-tron is about to become even more efficient. The German automaker boosted the e-Tron 55 Quattro’s driving range by 15 miles, bringing its total to 271…
2017 Sierra HD All Terrain X to Be Offered with New Turbo-Diesel Engine
GMC has yet to release pricing info regarding the new Sierra HD All Terrain X Photo: © General Motors Looking to compete with the likes of the RAM Power Wagon…
Two-Toned Scion tC Release Series 9.0 Hits Dealerships
The limited-edition Scion tC Release Series 9.0 Ever seen a concept car or customized car at an auto show and wished you could drive something that cool in real life?…
Best Chevy Models to Buy Used
2016 Chevrolet Colorado Photo: © General Motors The Chevrolet lineup offers a variety of models at a wide range of price points. Here’s a guide to some of the best…
The Price of Pre-Owned Sedans Is on the Rise
If you’re shopping for a used sedan, then get ready to see a larger price tag Sales for new sedan models across the automotive industry are on the decline. As…
Ford Frenzy is March Madness for Gearheads
The Ford Frenzy bracket will crown the Blue Oval’s best Photo: Ford Ah yes, March. The month where financially exploited young adults play their hearts out in the name of…
There Might Be Three Porsche Flat-Four Engines
The flat-six engine Porsche currently uses in the Cayman and Boxster There’s been talk for some time now of Porsche rolling out a flat-four engine for the Cayman and Boxster,…
Volvo Plans to Have Self-Driving Car for Sale by 2021
Volvo is taking aim at rival BMW with its latest move towards self-driving vehicles The Volvo Car Corporation announced today, July 22nd, it plans to have a vehicle for sale by 2021 that…
Hyundai Celebrates Comic Con With Kona Iron Man Edition
San Diego Comic-Con is the Comic-Con, started way back in 1970 to eventually become a massive event with tens of thousands of people. So, when Hyundai decided it wanted to…
National Motor Museum Builds Exhibit to Celebrate Australia's Holden Manufacturing
Museum guests will soon be able to behold the Holden leagcy Very few countries have the capabilities and resources to build a vehicle completely from scratch. Thanks to the Holden…
Cadillac Adds ‘800T’ Badge to 2020 CT6 Platinum
2019 Cadillac CT6-V Photo: Cadillac At the 2019 Miami International Auto Show, Cadillac displayed the new 2020 CT6 Platinum. The model had a brand new ‘800T’ badge, which is a…
Formula One 2018: Pre-Season Testing Recap – Day 2
Maurizio Arrivabene, Ferrari’s team principal, is pretty happy with how testing is going Ferrari’s Sebastian Vettel topped the charts on the second day of Formula One pre-season testing at Barcelona,…
Ever Camped on the Roof of a Hyundai Tucson? Now You Can on This Customized “Adventuremobile”
Want to make an SUV ready for the outdoors? Stick a tent on it. Camping is boring. Wet, cold, uncomfortable, and boring…that is, until lifestyle vehicle tuner John Pangilinan decided…
Mazda: Hold On, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Are Coming
Mazda has announced that it is going to be joining the majority of carmakers in adopting both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay for its infotainment systems—up until now, each new…
2018 Chevrolet Malibu Overview
As the old saying goes: if it isn’t broken, don’t fix it. Chevrolet took this philosophy to heart when introducing the 2018 Malibu. The Malibu recently underwent a major overhaul…
Top 5 Weird Car Laws in California
Across the country, strange laws remain in place from decades past when, for whatever reason, it seemed sane to create a rule that said a woman couldn’t cut her own…
Green Car Journal Honors 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe
2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Photo: FCA Green Car Journal recently named the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Green SUV of the Year, thanks in part to its robust powertrain, electric…
Audi Takes Home Formula E Title Surrounded By Hollywood Stars
This month, FIA Formula E wrapped up its fourth season of racing in New York City, and Audi took home the big team prize thanks to the performance of drivers…
CarGurus Names the Best Used Vehicles in Seven Segments During Its Inaugural Used Cars Awards
With each passing year, there are plenty of awards handed out for the best new vehicles in the industry. However, there seems to be a deficit of awards handed out…
Ford China Delivers 64,383 Vehicles in September; Lincoln Sales Increase Year-Over-Year
Ford Motor Company sold 64,383 vehicles in China in September, down 43 percent from its sales the year prior. Changan Ford Automobile was down 55 percent at 35,540 vehicles delivered,…
Ford Debuts Trail and Active Models for Transit, Tourneo
Ford of Europe is adding new Active and Trail trims to the Transit and Tourneo lineups Photo: Ford It’s hard to say what kind of market there is for vans…
J.D. Power Satisfaction Survey Shows Mazda Keeps Aussies Happy
What’s an Australian’s preferred method of transportation? If you answered, “A kangaroo,” you’re incorrect and probably need a more politically correct sense of humor. The answer, according to a recent J.D. Power…
Rumor: New F-Series Truck Debuting Before Bronco?
With 2020 set as its launch window, most would assume that the Ford Bronco will be the next major reveal from the Blue Oval after the upcoming North American International…
The All-New Ford Focus is Very Handsome and Deserves a Wolf Whistle
Ford has revealed the all-new Focus, and it’s what you might call a looker. The next-generation Focus was unveiled primarily with European and Chinese drivers in mind, focusing a great…
Here's How Much the New Cadillac CT5 and CT5-V Will Cost
The 2020 Cadillac CT5 Photo: Cadillac The 2020 Cadillac CT5 and CT5-V will be available at dealerships early next year, and here’s a look at how much these models will…
First Genesis SUV Coming in Early 2020
The production Genesis GV80 will likely resemble the concept version that debuted in 2017 The first-ever Genesis SUV is expected to go on sale sometime during the first quarter of…
Honda Finally Reveals the ‘Baby NSX’—Unfortunately, It’s Not Real
For years it was rumored Honda was working on a smaller, more affordable version of its NSX supercar (sold as the Acura NSX in the United States but known as…
