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Pierre Loing: Don't Expect an IDx by 2016, If At All
Nissan IDx NISMO Concept Earlier this year, Nissan hinted that the IDx NISMO Concept that debuted at last year’s Tokyo Auto Show might actually go into production as the automaker’s…
NASCAR’s Carl Edwards Won’t Talk Turkey About Subway Spokesman Jared Fogle
Edwards dons glasses, a wig, and a fat suit costume to play a pre-weight loss Jared Fogle It’s been a tough week for America’s most beloved professional eaters. On July…
Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon History
Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon History The advent of the CTS Sport Wagon was an unexpected creation from the Detroit luxury brand. Introduced in 2008, the CTS Sport Wagon became Cadillac’s…
Sound Off on the Worst Drives in America
Naturally, some parts of the U.S. offer a more visually appealing landscape while others are littered with complicated road signs and even more frustrating paving that make you wonder where…
2014 Fiat 500 Abarth Overview
The 2014 Fiat 500 Abarth is the boldest, most aggressive compact in the Fiat family. The standard spoiler and body-side racing stripe enhance the Abarth’s already athletic stance, and painted…
2014 Kia Forte5 Overview
2014 Kia Forte5 The 2014 Kia Forte5 sees a significant redesign for the new year. 2014 Kia Forte5 Exterior Sleek lines and sculpted features create an edgy exterior styling for…
Katy Perry Performs Infiniti Concert…and She Likes It
Famed California Gurl, Katy Perry, will be on her way to East Asia early in the New Year for her first-ever performance in China, where she will star as a…
Project Titan Puts Truck Customizations to Fan Vote
You may remember Nissan’s Project Titan, which is a multi-stage campaign that allows fans to customize a 2014 Titan pickup for two Wounded Warrior Project Alumni®. If not, here’s what…
Ford and Parkmobile Make Paying for Parking Easier for Ford Drivers
Ford and Parkmobile set out to make paying for parking easier. If you happen to own or drive a Ford vehicle that is Ford Sync AppLink-capable, this week’s International Consumer…
Spiders in the Gas Tanks of Mazda6 Sedans Leads to Recall, Again
A 2010 Mazda6 is one of the vehicles affected by Mazda’s recent recall. Mazda has joined the long list of recalls that have plagued the auto market over the last…
Light Trucks Lead Toyota June Sales
The Toyota Tacoma As last month drew to a close, Toyota had some celebrating to do. With the first six months of 2015 out of the way, the automaker was…
Rumor: We Could See a 2015 Chevy Trax GMC Version
Could we be getting a Chevy Trax GMC version in the coming years? ©GM The 2015 Chevy Trax isn’t even available for sale yet in the US, but it’s already…
2014 Audi S8 Overview
What’s New for the 2014 Audi S8 Blind-spot monitoring, rear collision alert, and protection systems are all standard equipment for the 2014 Audi S8. 2014 Audi S8 Exterior Prominently sculpted…
2015 Volkswagen Jetta Overview
In 2015, Volkswagen has added some new technologically improved features to its Jetta sedan. The result is the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta, an advanced piece of automotive machinery. New styling and…
Monday Recall Roundup: 137K Tucsons, 211 LEAFs
137K Hyundai Tucsons are being recalled for faulty air bag assembly mounting (Pictured: 2014 Hyundai Tucson) Hyundai has announced that it will recall 137,500 Tucsons from the 2011-2014 model years…
2015 Volvo XC90 Exterior Revealed, Looks Tasty
Over the last few months, Volvo has taken the unique approach of revealing their 2015 XC90 from the inside out. Starting with the gorgeous interior and the in-car control system,…
2015 Mopar Dodge Charger R/T Funny Car Is Unveiled
The 2015 Mopar Dodge Charger R/T Funny Car This week at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Mopar unveiled the 2015 Mopar Dodge Charger R/T Funny Car, which will make…
Gamers Can Drive the All-New 2015 Ford Mustang in “Need for Speed Rivals”
It will be months (at least) before any of us get the chance to drive the all-new 2015 Ford Mustang, but video game players can get behind the wheel today…
[VIDEO] Beachkhana 1.0 Introduces Sun_Block
Sun_Block stars in Beachkhana 1.0 Snowkhana has fast become one of the best parts about the winter, and now Ford Australia has conspired its own sunnier alternative to the miniature…
Hyundai i20 WRC Hits the Brakes to Avoid Hitting Tractor [VIDEO]
Hyundai Motorsport driver Thierry Neuville nearly crashes into a tractor One of the main appeals of the Rally Deutschland is the challenging mixture of a variety of track conditions—from twisted…
Toyota Tundra and Tacoma Pickup Sales Increase in 2013
Last year, Toyota saw increases in sales for both the Tundra and Tacoma, and are optimistic that sales will continue to climb during 2014. As the auto industry continues to…
General Motors Makes Retail Sales Gains in August
2016 Chevrolet Equinox Photo: © General Motors GM’s August sales totaled 270,480 vehicles between the Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC brands, with retail deliveries up 6% for a 1% increase…
2013 Chrysler 300 Overview
The Chrysler 300’s trim level lineup has been changed for the 2013 model year. The 3.6-liter V6 is now standard in all trims except the SRT8, although the 5.7-liter V8…
Somehow, GM Profits Reach $125M in Q1 2014
Higher avg. transaction prices for trucks such as the Silverado helped GM profits in Q1 2014. General Motors is paying to the tune of $1.3 billion to repair the immense…
Honda Is Most Trusted Brand, Best Overall Brand…Again
It really was no surprise to us when Honda once again claimed the title of “Most Trusted Brand” in KBB.com’s 2014 Brand Image Awards. This marks the third consecutive year…
2014 Nissan Rogue Overview
The Nissan Rogue has been completely redesigned for the 2014 model year. Improved fuel economy, sleek exterior styling, and improved interior cargo room are just a few of the enhancements…
Ford Retroactively Upgrading Old Cars to Run Connected-Car Apps
Ford has been upgrading older models, including the Ford Edge, to run on their connected-car apps. As of now, only about one million Ford cars feature AppLink, an in-car connectivity…
2015 Mustang in Need For Speed Adds to Pony Car’s Silver Screen Legacy
The new 2015 Ford Mustang that you may or may not have heard a few whispers about over the past few months will make its silver-screen debut on March 14…
Fiat-Chrysler Claims New Aegea Similar to IKEA
The Fiat Aegea will be like IKEA, according to Fiat head Olivier Francois IKEA doesn’t just have great meatballs and difficult-to-assemble furniture—it also happens to be the most recent inspiration for…
Subaru Puts Safety First With EyeSight Technology
Subaru EyeSight technology in the Legacy sedan In recent years, Subaru’s popularity has exploded as the Japanese automaker has gone from being a relatively small, niche brand to a high-demand…
Team Chevy Earns Six Top Ten Finishes at Auto Club 400
Kyle Larson – Photo by HHPHarold Hinson for Chevy Racing At this past weekend’s Auto Club 400 at Fontana, Kyle Busch won after much of the field was hampered by…
Toyota Mississippi Donations Help Tornado Victims
Toyota Mississippi team members donate time When an EF-4 tornado touched down in Northern Mississippi on April 28, 2014, it left a trail of death and destruction in its path.…
2014 Subaru BRZ, 2014 Scion FR-S Safety Ratings
Scion FR-S The 2014 Scion FR-S (and the Subaru BRZ to which it is incredibly closely related) are known for being lightweight and incredibly fun-to-drive sports cars. In addition, they…
[WATCH] Chaparral 2X VGT Video Will Blow Your Mind
The Chaparral 2X Vision Gran Turismo concept and its driver For the first time in decades, Chevy and Chaparral, the racing pioneer, teamed up once again to design the Chaparral…
Stingray’s LT1 Small Block 6.2-Liter V8 Is a Ward’s 10 Best Engine Winner
The Corvette Stingray’s LT1 Small Block 6.2-Liter V8 ©GM For the second year in a row, the Corvette Stingray’s LT1 Small Block 6.2-liter V8 has been named to WardsAuto’s 10…
Mustang of the Day: 1969 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 428 Cobra Jet
A 1969 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 428 Cobra Jet, found after 40 years in a garage April 17th marks the long awaited and much anticipated 50th anniversary of the Ford…
Ways to Make Your Car Work as a Mobile Office
2017 Nissan Rogue Taking advantage of every minute of the day is the only way to get things done, and if you find yourself idling in your car between meetings…
IIHS Names 2017 GMC Acadia Top Safety Pick
The 2017 GMC Acadia Photo: © General Motors Whether you’re into sporty coupes or need the practicality of a minivan, there’s no denying that safety plays a huge role when…
2019 Porsche Deliveries Were Up 10 Percent
Photo: Porsche In an auto industry struggling to maintain the sales numbers of the last few years, Porsche is doing quite well. The German automaker reported that, mainly thanks to…
Both the 2017 BMW 3 Series and BMW 2 Series Earn IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Ratings
The results of the small overlap front crash test for the 2017 BMW 3 Series Photo: The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety When it comes to the Insurance Institute for…
2018 Mazda6 Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick
The new and improved 2018 Mazda6 picked up the IIHS’ Top Safety Pick award for safety for models equipped with the optional Adaptive Front-Lighting System. In order to earn the…
JayCommand Smartphone App Lets You Control Your RV From Anywhere
Photo: Jayco It’s about time. While automakers have been coming out with smartphone-enabled remote functions for a few years, recreational vehicle companies had lagged behind. Now, if you own a…
RV Market On Track for Significant Growth
Photo: Rob Hayman | Unsplash The auto industry took a big hit after the 2008 financial crisis, made a major resurgence under Obama’s second term, and in the past few…
10 Steps to Prepare Your RV Before a Trip
Photo: Quintin Gellar | Pexels Before you head on your next road trip, it’s important to check that your recreational vehicle is primed and ready. The following are the top…
Jayco Enters Exclusive Partnership with KONI
Jayco has announced a new partnership with Koni, a manufacturer of shock absorbers. Starting with its 2020 Class C motorhomes, which include Greyhawk, Greyhawk Prestige, and Esteem, Jayco will offer…
Toyota Enjoys a Winning Weekend in Motorsports…Again
Photo: Toyota Name a more predictable duo than Toyota and racking up trophies during NASCAR weekends. Go ahead, we’re waiting. Over the last few years, you’d be hard-pressed to name…
Have Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Bought an RV Camper?
Photo: Mark Jones | Flickr Shortly after Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced they were stepping back as senior members of England’s royal family, the image you can see below…
Teen Mazda Challenge Gets a Refresh for 2019
Photo: Mazda Motorsports Since Ron Cortez, the founder of the Teen Mazda Challenge, passed away, the program has been trying to find its footing. Fortunately, a team of racing enthusiasts…
RV Industry Off to Slow Start in 2019
Photo: Vidar Nordli-Mathisen | Unsplash Despite reports that the RV industry is set for rapid growth and increasingly popular among millennials, it was nonetheless off to a very slow start…
Tesla Model S Modified as an All-Electric RV
Photo: TravisTravels Author and adventurer Travis Rabenberg, the host of a Twitch TV channel dubbed “Travis Travels,” has unveiled his latest brainchild: the Tesla Roamer motorhome, a Tesla Model S…
