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Celebrate Ford’s 100 Years by Exploring the Man Who Started it All
100 years ago, in 1903 Henry Ford introduced the first mass produced car known as the Model T. Richard Snow, former Editor of American Heritage magazine, has documented Ford’s early…
Car News In the Rearview: Is the Fiesta Done for?
Welcome to In the Rearview, where I bring you a digest of the week’s top automotive news, both in convenient video and written form. Meet the Family: Have a look…
William Shatner’s Rivet One to Feature Cadillac CTS-V Engine
In case you haven’t heard, Star Trek legend William Shatner is working with the motorcycle fabrication company American Wrench to design the Rivet One, a limited-production trike equipped with a…
2013 Toyota RAV4 Overview
2013 Toyota RAV4 overview The Toyota RAV4 has been completely redesigned for the 2013 model year. 2013 Toyota RAV4 Exterior The first major change you’ll notice about the 2013 Toyota…
Kia Teases Next-Generation Sportage before Debut
The next-generation Kia Sportage offers a more dramatic, sculpted exterior design No one likes a tease—unless it’s Kia. The Korean carmaker recently released three renderings of the next-generation Sportage, just…
2018 Lincoln Navigator Adds Waze, Lincoln+Alexa to Increase Appeal to Younger Drivers
The 2018 Lincoln Navigator has been raking in sales for Lincoln, seeing a 122 percent year-over-year increase through May. While there’s a lot that’s impressive about this growth — including…
Russian Police Pull Over Speeding Hearse Filled With Black Gold (We're Talking Fish Eggs)
Quick: what is the most expensive thing that regularly comes out of Russia? No, we are not referring to wars or Vladimir Putin—we are talking about caviar. For those unfamiliar,…
Toyota Research Institute Launches First Self-Driving Test Vehicle
Remember how, a few years ago, automakers agreed 2020 would be the year we start to see fully autonomous self-driving cars available at the dealership? Thanks to the hard work…
Porsche Uses Facebook to Show Off Specialized Panamera Turbo Executive Sedan
Porsche calls the particular hue used on this car Carmine Red Porsche has revealed another new special-edition Panamera sedan, which is sure to excite those people fortunate enough to earn…
Toyota Wants Its Cars to Follow You on Social Media
It’s hard not to be concerned about the growing loss of privacy in today’s digital age. It almost seems as though everyone’s life is on display on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram,…
Internet Sensation Joe Santagato Describes His Eventful Uber Experience
Joe Santagato is famous across multiple Internet platforms for his rants, story, and other humorous videos. His most recent story dives into what can only be described as an eventful experience…
What Are the Differences Between the Chevrolet Equinox and the Chevrolet Blazer?
The Blazer is all about performance and style Photo: Chevrolet The 2021 Equinox and 2021 Blazer slot right next to each other, but these Chevrolet SUV models couldn’t be more…
Honda Takes Home 7 Awards in AutoWeb’s Buyers Choice Awards
Honda and awards. Name a more iconic duo. Honda vehicles topped five segment categories and earned seven total awards in the annual AutoWeb’s Buyers’ Choice Awards, adding yet more industry…
2017 Volvo V90 Cross Country Overview
The very first Volvo V70 XC made its debut for the 1997 model year and remained in production until 2000. This model became a well-liked vehicle in both the United…
All-New Acura MDX Platform Will Be Used by Honda
Photo: Honda In December 2020, Acura revealed the fourth-generation MDX crossover, which will be based on an all-new architecture dubbed Global Light Truck Platform. This is the third time the…
Baby Safety Month: Toyota and Cincinnati Children’s Buckle Up for Life Program
Safety technology in vehicles seems to get more and more complex on a daily basis. Not so for car seats; these days, most new vehicles are mandated to be equipped…
Car News In the Rearview: The Pope and the Chinese Electric Revolution
Welcome to In the Rearview, where we bring you the last week’s car news, in nicely condensed form. Photo:Rafaelle Esposito This week, we start with a Pope-whack, as Pope Francis…
Consumer Reports Dubs Lincoln No. 2 Most Liked Car Brand
Lincoln places second among Consumer Reports Most Liked Car Bands Photo: Lincoln Consumer Reports this month released the results of its vehicle owner satisfaction survey, revealing that Lincoln Motor Company…
How To Pay The Taxes On A Car You Won
Winning a car from a contest can be the ultimate achievement. But sadly, such a large and expensive prize does not come completely free. As you settle in behind the…
Some Nut Threw a Batarang at the Police Car Chasing Him
Sometimes, the news can get a little dry and dark, with all of the rumors about the size of engines of cars that haven’t been made yet mingling with stories…
2019 Chevrolet Malibu RS Receives Starting Price of $24,995
The Malibu gets a sporty makeover The Chevrolet Malibu’s latest trim level for the 2019 model year, the Malibu RS, supplies a sportier feel to the mid-size sedan. Drivers who…
What Is the Difference Between MPG and MPGe?
When you’re searching for a new vehicle, especially if efficiency is important to you, you will probably come across two different measurements for fuel economy: MPG and MPGe. MPG stands…
How to Protect Your Car from Pollen
Spring is a glorious and messy season. Rain will fall. Flowers will bloom, and pollen will cover everything in sight. If your vehicle is in the line of pollen’s path,…
Man Regains Vision, Buys a Corvette as First Car
Photo: Falcon® Photography via CC It isn’t often that highly-specialized surgical procedures and automotive enthusiasm cross paths, but that’s exactly what happened this month. A 44-year-old legally blind man regained…
2021 Kia Seltos Overview
The all-new 2021 Kia Seltos Photo: Kia The all-new 2021 Kia Seltos SUV made its unofficial debut as the “SP Signature” concept in 2018 and was introduced to the U.S.…
Mitsubishi Debuts ClickShop Digital Showroom
ClickShop Photo: Mitsubishi Motors Mitsubishi recently revealed ClickShop, its new 24-hour digital showroom. This platform makes it more convenient, easier, and faster to check out and purchase a Mitsubishi model…
Mitsubishi Had Major Sales Increase in March 2021
The 2021 Mitsubishi lineup Photo: Mitsubishi Motors Mitsubishi has reported its sales for the first quarter of 2021. While Mitsubishi is still working to recover from the pandemic, March 2021…
2021 Kia Forte Overview
2021 Kia Forte Photo: Kia The last major update for the Kia Forte came in 2018 with the introduction of the model’s third generation. Taking cues from the Stinger, the…
What You Should Do if You Run Out of Gas
Photo: The News Wheel Even with all the technology and reminders in place to help prevent it from happening, there’s still a chance that you’ll wind up running out of…
Hyundai Santa Cruz News: Production Greenlight & Latest Awards
The unique Santa Cruz has garnered Hyundai a lot of buzz since the concept vehicle’s unexpected reveal at the 2015 North American International Auto Show. The American arm of the…
What is Diesel Exhaust Fluid?
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Diesel Engine Photo: Chevrolet If you drive a diesel-powered vehicle, you’ll have some unique maintenance tasks to keep track of. Unlike gas-powered cars, diesel trucks have a…
Choosing a Vegan Car and Auto Accessories
Photo: Pixabay The concept of veganism can go beyond a diet free from animal products. For some drivers, veganism is an entire lifestyle. And since your vehicle is an important…
6 Fuel Additives to Consider for Your Car
Photo: The News Wheel Normally, you don’t put anything but gasoline into your car’s fuel tank. However, there are some specially designed additives that can help maintain your car, give…
Lexus Canada Celebrates 9 Millionth Ontario-Built Vehicle
Photo: Lexus Ever since the Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada plant was founded in 1988, it’s been a major employer in Southern Ontario and a key part of Lexus and Toyota’s…
Kia Reports Record-Setting U.S. Sales in March 2021
People were really digging the all-new Seltos in March Photo: Kia It seems that Kia is on a roll lately. After debuting the all-new Carnival multi-purpose vehicle, Kia saw its…
Mustang of the Day: 1965 Mustang Shelby GT350
Next up on our list of the 10 most iconic Mustangs of the last 50 years is the first Mustang Shelby. In order to adequately discuss the first Shelby, we…
Meet the Lexus LF-Z Electrified Concept
Image: Lexus Lexus recently debuted the LF-Z Electrified concept car, a battery-electric vehicle that showcases the automaker’s plans for its future models. Here’s a look at what the LF-Z has…
Hyundai Santa Cruz Pickup Shown in New Sketches
Image: Hyundai After years of anticipation, the wait is almost over for the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz truck. Hyundai released the first teaser images of its new “Sport Adventure Vehicle”…
Mississippi State Students Develop 100-MPG Hybrid Subaru BRZ
MSU students managed to design a hybrid Subaru BRZ, capable of 100 MPG The Premium and Limited 2016 Subaru BRZ models both manage an impressive 30 mpg on the highway—impressive…
4 Tips for Making Your Windshield Wiper Blades Last Longer
Windshield wiper blades are an essential component of your vehicle. While many people know it’s important to replace them approximately every six months, not everyone knows the strategies to prolong their…
Experts Concede That Yellow Lights Are Too Short
Good news if you’ve ever argued that yellow lights are too short to allow adequate time to bring your vehicle to a halt. You now have traffic experts on your…
How Does Window Tinting Work? The Science of Shaded Glass
A 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan with tinted windows There are many useful features on today’s cars that we take for granted without even understanding how they work. Window tinting, for instance,…
Protect Your Eyes Behind the Wheel with the Trendiest Summer Sunglasses of 2015
Stay safe and trendy behind the wheel with a pair of sunglasses Now that it’s warm outside, taking a spin to enjoy the shining sun is more tempting than ever.…
The Mitsubishi 360 Pickup is the Cutest Truck in the World
1967-1969 LT25 Kei cars are a uniquely Japanese vehicle, much like the Australians have their utes and Americans drive huge SUVs. The Mitsubishi 360 pickup is a Japanese kei car…
Clean Your Car’s Dashboard With A Pantry Staple
Taking care of your car comes with a hefty cost that goes well beyond the sticker price. From maintenance and repairs to supplies to help keep your car looking shiny…
How To Stay Warm in Your Convertible Year-Round
The Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible Photo: General Motors There’s nothing like spending a beautiful sunny day driving in your convertible with the top down. However, if you utilize your convertible…
Chevrolet Sells over 300 2020 Chevy Corvettes to Japan in Only 60 Hours
Imagine this, but with the steering wheel on the other side Photo: Chevrolet When it comes to desirable sports cars, the Corvette has reigned supreme for multiple generations. The slick…
Déjà Vu: 3 Kia Vehicles Named 2021 “Best Cars for the Money”
Look at that stylishly redesigned 2021 Kia Sorento Photo: Kia In 2019, the Sorento, Soul, and Stinger made it on U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Cars for the Money”…
When It Comes to Color, Lincoln Drivers Love Having the Blues
The 2020 Lincoln Aviator in Flight Blue Photo: Lincoln Blue has been an essential color for Lincoln since its brand revamp, and that integrality has translated with customers. According to…
How, Exactly, Do Tire Treads Work?
Tires are one of the most talked-about parts of your car, and so I found myself wondering just what goes into those treads, and why are they there? If we…
