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Mazda Sales Up 6.8% at the End of the First Quarter of 2017
The CX-9 is gaining ground in 2017 While other vehicle brands are suffering significant sales declines at the beginning of 2017, Mazda is experiencing quite the impressive sales climb. In fact,…
Mazda: ‘Let’s Cut It Out With the Giant Screens, Already’
Huge infotainment screens have become something of a staple of vehicle interior design lately, from Tesla’s huge center screen that controls everything in the car to the many cars where…
What Should Mazda Fans Look for at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show?
The 2016 Mazda CX-3 will be on display at this year’s Geneva Motor Show We’ve seen five model launches in six months from Mazda, and many of these redesigned vehicles still…
Mazda CX-9 Named Autotrader 'Must Test Drive'
I swear, Mazda must employ one very tired cabinet-maker, because its vehicles just scoop up awards by the handful. One of the largest (heh) winners has been the biggest vehicle…
Mazda CX-5 Buyers in Australia to Get Additional Standard Safety Features
The Mazda CX-5 is the company’s top-selling model in Australia While the American market is eagerly awaiting an upgraded version of the Mazda CX-5, consumers in Australia have been busy…
Mazda CX-3 Design Sketch Foreshadows LA Auto Show Debut
Regardless of how you feel about the Japanese brand, you have to admit: Mazda makes some damn fine concept sketches. Admittedly, the final products don’t always live up to the hype generated…
Mazda Begins Using Cold-Stamped Higher-Strength Steel Parts
Mazda recently began a joint working relationship with Nippon Steel & Sumitomo Metal Corporation and JFE Steel Corporation to create the world’s first cold-stamped, 1,310 MPa-class high-strength steel car parts. For…
Mazda Announces Pricing for Brand New 2016 CX-3
In anticipation of the sale date in North America, Mazda North American Operations has released the pricing for its brand-new entry-level subcompact crossover: the 2016 Mazda CX-3. The CX-3 will…
Q50, QX60 Bring May Infiniti Sales Up 31.4 Percent
2014 Infiniti Q50 Hybrid Sport Infiniti has released its sales figures for May, reporting sales of 10,376 vehicles in the United States. May Infiniti sales were up 31.4 percent year-over-year,…
Mattel Goes Digital with New “Hot Wheels id”
Mattel continues to reinvent its products to cater to modern fans, as evidenced by its newest offering: Hot Wheels id. It uses NFC technology so users can track each car’s…
BMW Individual Offers Consumers the Ultimate Freedom of Choice
The BMW 3 Series sedan is part of the BMW Individual program that offers ultimate customization. Now more than ever, standing out is necessary for those who want to want…
Mandela, Evers-Williams, and Jefferson Receive Ford Freedom Award
Ford commemorated the 16th anniversary of the Ford Freedom Award program by celebrating three extraordinary heroes: former South African President Nelson Mandela, civil rights activist Myrlie Evers-Williams, and retired U.S.…
Man Jumps on Vehicle He Rammed into During Road Rage Incident in Sacramento
Road rage can take many forms, including ramming another vehicle repeatedly Monday morning is typically not anyone’s favorite day, and this road rage incident in California this morning surely didn’t…
Man Drives Ironically Named Honda Insight Right Into a Flood
“I’ve made a huge mistake” Somewhat ironically, the owner of a Honda Insight showed very little insight into the dangers of standing water when he drove his hybrid straight through…
Make Your Summer Road Trip a Chance to Reconnect with Your Loved Ones
Summer is here, which means you’ve probably planned a road trip or two. And you and your spouse and or family members have already downloaded, uploaded, and packed everything to…
Now Is Your Chance to Make Your Own Jeep ‘Easter Egg’
2020 Jeep Gladiator Mojave Photo: FCA In recent years, Jeep has included a variety of fun “Easter eggs” on its models, which are a joy to spot. Now, Jeep is…
2015 Chevy Colorado Pricing Announced
2015 Chevy Colorado Pricing Announced ©GM Yesterday, Chevrolet released the 2015 Chevy Colorado pricing structure, with the all-new midsize pickup offered at a suggested starting retail price of $20,995, which…
Finch Family And General Motors Return in Go Set A Watchman
Jean Louise gets off the train at Maycomb Junction Illustration: Tom Clohosy Cole for The Guardian Go Set A Watchman is all the literary world can talk about right now.…
Maintain Proper Tire Inflation for Safe Winter Driving
The prospect of driving on snow or ice-covered roads can make even the most experienced, confident driver nervous—it’s hard to get a handle on slippery roads! Even with the best…
2016 Volvo XC70 Overview
2016 Volvo XC70 Whether you choose to call the 2016 Volvo XC70 a midsize wagon or luxury crossover, it doesn’t change the facts that the 2016 XC70 offers some of…
Honda Accord Named to Car and Driver 10Best List
Photo: Honda The Honda Accord has been named to Car and Driver’s 10Best, the annual list of the best vehicles you can buy. If you’re getting a little confused and…
Lull Your Kids to Sleep with Nissan Dream Drive
Photo: Nissan Most drivers and passengers enjoy the quiet ride that the Nissan LEAF provides — however, many parents rely upon the calming white noise of an internal combustion engine…
Local Motors Rally Fighter Takes to Lime Rock Park
Ever heard of a Local Motors Rally Fighter before? No? Then strap in, boy and girls, it’s going to be a bumpy ride. Meet the Local Motors Rally Fighter, ladies…
Lincoln Still Maybe Possibly Completely Dropping MK Names Sometime
Tale as old as time: Lincoln might be dropping its MK nomenclature and filling out its lineup with vehicles that have, like, actual names. The reintroduction of the Continental nameplate…
Lincoln Sponsors 2015 Fash Bash in Detroit
The 2016 Lincoln MKX at the 2015 Fash Bash These days, you’re clearly not working to your full potential as a luxury auto maker if you aren’t doing promotional work…
Lincoln Sets New Sales Milestone in China, Surpassing 5,000 Units in August
Lincoln set another benchmark in its newest market in August, delivering a record-best 5,240 sales in China to surpass the 5,000-vehicle threshold for the first time in company history. Lincoln…
Lincoln Service Gets The Luxury Touch
2017 Lincoln MKC The world of luxury cars is getting a touch crowded, with almost every standard car brand creating an upscale spinoff. Lincoln, while a part of Ford, has…
Lincoln Continues to Thrive in the Middle East in 2019
Photo: Lincoln Motor Company The Lincoln Motor Company is on a quest to become a globally beloved luxury brand, and its successes can be seen and felt in its growing…
Lincoln May Axe MKZ Sedan in 2019 in Favor of Zephyr
2017 Lincoln MKZ The Lincoln Motor Company has thus far enjoyed significant growth in the first two months of 2017, but the same cannot be said for its MKZ sedan.…
Lincoln Continental Pulls 40K Interested Parties in Hand-Raisers
Lincoln no doubt expected that the return of the Continental will drum up interest in the brand and bring in both new and lapsed former customers alike. The results of…
Lincoln Continental and Nautilus Take Home AutoPacific Ideal Vehicle Awards
2019 Lincoln Nautilus Photo: Lincoln Motor Company The 2019 Lincoln Continental and 2019 Lincoln Nautilus each came away from the AutoPacific Ideal Vehicle Awards with segment awards, a testament to both vehicles’…
Lexus Safety System+ Now Standard in All 2020 Canadian Lexus Models
Photo: Lexus In a huge step towards making Canada’s roads safer for everyone, Lexus Canada has made the innovative Lexus Safety System+ standard on all 2020 models. “We are working…
Lexus Announces Upcoming Entry-Level Model
Photo: Lexus Want something a little smaller than the Lexus UX subcompact crossover? Well, you’re in luck. Lexus boss Pascal Ruch confirmed that the automaker is planning to introduce a…
Celebrities Hit the Track for the Lexus 0 to 60 Challenge
Photo: Lexus Gearheads, get ready to binge-watch season three of the Lexus 0 to 60 Challenge. The web series just dropped on the Lexus YouTube channel — and it’s loaded…
Let's Name the Ohio BMV's New Mascot (Something Not Platey McPlateface)
Ohio’s Bureau of Motor Vehicles has now reached “I’m sure that that dashboard light is nothing” levels of unwise choices, as it has created a new mascot and then turned…
3 Best Buick Models for Your Next Road Trip
Whether you’re in the market for a new vehicle or browsing rental ones for your next family road trip, Buick is the perfect brand to consider. It has earned a reputation for…
NHTSA Awards 2017 Honda Civic Hatchback 5-Star Safety Rating
Just two weeks ago, Honda announced that the 2017 Honda Civic Hatchback would be launching in North America sometime this fall. In the announcement, the Japanese automaker said that the…
Leadfoot Ladies: Enter to Win a Copy of 'Girls Auto Clinic Glove Box Guide' by Patrice Banks
Females in the automotive industry experience sexism on the daily. Whether that’s questionable looks when you tell people what you do, your knowledge being questioned when compared to your male…
Ford Tripling Autonomous Vehicle Fleet in 2016
Ford has announced that it will be tripling (yes, tripling) its fleet of Fusion Hybrid Autonomous Research Vehicles in 2016, adding 20 new test vehicles to be tested in Arizona,…
Laura Merling New VP of Autonomous Vehicle Solutions for Ford Smart Mobility
Laura Merling, the new vice president of Autonomous Vehicle Solutions for Ford Smart Mobility LLC Ford has announced Laura Merling as its new vice president of Autonomous Vehicles Solutions for…
2015 Corvette Z06 Engine Delivers 650 Horsepower
2015 Corvette Z06 engine: a LT4 supercharged 6.2-liter V8. Yes, you read that correctly. The all-star 2015 Corvette Z06 engine—the LT4 supercharged 6.2-liter V8—is SAE-certified at 650 horsepower. This makes…
Latest GM Sustainability Report Emphasizes Mobility
On Tuesday, General Motors released its latest Sustainability Report, which emphasized the importance of connectivity, car-sharing, autonomous vehicles, and alternative propulsion as keys to the future of providing customers with…
Kroger Is Partnering with Nuro to Test a Driverless Grocery Delivery Service
Photo: Kroger The next step in the driverless car revolution could be a vehicle that delivers groceries to your front door. America’s largest grocer, Kroger Co., announced today that it’s…
2014 Chevy Camaro Spring Special Edition Overview
2014 Chevy Camaro Spring Special Edition To ring in a new season full of sunshine and warmer temperatures, Chevy introduces the Chevy Camaro Spring Special Edition for a limited time.…
IIHS Study Reminds Us Self-Driving Cars Are Way Off, Current Systems Not Great Either
Sometimes, we as a people get way ahead of ourselves, and that gets us in trouble. The big way that we in the car industry do so is with self-driving…
Kia Telluride Takes the Bronze at the 2017 International Design Excellence Awards
Kia Telluride Originally unveiled at the 2016 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), the distinctive Kia Telluride model has just received the bronze medal at the 2017 International Design Excellence…
Just How Many Car Charging Stations Is 'Enough'?
When it comes to electric vehicle chargers, the conversation tends to be like a family Thanksgiving political discussion – rehashing the same points over and over without any real change.…
Kia Sorento Earns TrueCar Pre-Owned Value Award
The 2014 Kia Sorento earned the first-ever TrueCar Pre-Owned Value Award If you’re looking for a new pre-owned vehicle, it’s likely you want to make sure you’re getting as much…
Kia Named Top Popular Brand in 2016 AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Awards
The 2016 Soul (pictured above) won its segment in the 2016 AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Awards, along with the 2016 Optima and 2016 Sedona Kia Motors America has been growing in…
Kia Hints at 2016 NAIAS Debut with New Teaser Images
Kia has really kicked things up a notch in recent years. Now, it looks like the brand might be going in a completely different direction with its North American International…
