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Lego Archives
Recently, Nissan unveiled its first foray into the exciting world of LEGO… The LEGO brand of building blocks has stood the test of time… The 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500 High…
Watch a Time-Lapse Video of the Chevy LEGO Batmobile’s Build
When Chevy unveiled the life-size LEGO Batmobile it had built to promote the upcoming LEGO Batman movie, the American automaker touted the amount of blood, sweat, and bat-tears that had…
Is It Better to Buy or Lease an Electric Vehicle?
Choosing to drive an electric car is an excellent decision for the environment and your wallet. And like any new vehicle acquisition, you have the option of purchasing or leasing…
Mazda Admits It Will Have to Make Electrics and Hybrids
Historically, Mazda has been one of the biggest holdouts against electric vehicles. It has generally focused on honing its internal-combustion engines while paring down its vehicles’ weights. In fact, it…
2024 Chevrolet Suburban Overview
Photo: Chevrolet The 2024 Chevrolet Suburban stands proud as the largest member of the Chevy SUV lineup. This three-row full-size model has been lauded as an optimal pick for big…
jaguar Archives
Along the bank of the Mad River, classic car enthusiasts from throughout… In a previously published article, we discussed vehicles that derive their names… Celebrities love to share their cars…
ride-sharing Archives
As of Jan. 1, ride-share drivers in Toronto are now required to… When Uber and Lyft first came on the scene, both companies said… In the wake of nearly ten…
all-electric vehicle Archives
In the wake of a press release from Tokyo in early 2020, here's everything we know about the upcoming Subaru Evoltis, an all-new EV from Subaru and Toyota.… Brand loyalty…
2019 BMW i8 Overview
2019 BMW i8 Coupe and Roadster The very first BMW i8 made its debut at the 2013 International Motor Show Germany, wowing guests with its efficient powertrain and impeccable style.…
Lamborghini Miura Archives
Most people know Miles Davis for being a renowned jazz musician, bandleader,… It’s not uncommon for acclaimed actors to occasionally slum it in awful… What would you say is the…
Toyota Invests $383M across U.S. Production Plants
Photo: Toyota Toyota will invest $383 million across four of its plants in the U.S. south, including Alabama, Kentucky, Missouri, and Tennessee. The investment will go toward creating or expanding…
Mitsubishi Makes a Commercial Version of the Shogun Sport for the United Kingdom
The Shogun Sport is receiving a commercial makeover Photo: Mitsubishi SUVs are currently the most popular class of vehicles. As such, it shouldn’t be surprising to see manufacturers carry over…
How to Drive in Canada
Now that we’re moving to Canada, it’s time to learn how to drive like a Canadian. While many of us think of Canada as just another part of America, it…
Chevy off-road truck Archives
The 2022 Colorado midsize truck is one of Chevrolet’s most adventure-friendly vehicles,… The Best in The Desert King Shocks Laughlin Desert Classic held last… Chevrolet plans to step up its…
IIHS Names the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander a Top Safety Pick+
The 2022 Outlander Photo: Mitsubishi Motors The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety recently put the all-new 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander through crash testing and awarded it with the Top Safety Pick+…
2016 Chevrolet Impala Overview
The Chevrolet Impala is one of the most legendary nameplates of the Chevy brand. Adorned with the signature leaping Impala logo, the legend goes all the way back to the first…
Book Review: 'Overground Railroad' by Candacy Taylor
Check out this book on Amazon! Photo: The News Wheel Last year, the controversial film Green Book took home the Oscar for Best Picture. While valid criticisms continue to surround…
Chevrolet Malibu Archives
Chevrolet will end production for the Malibu later this fall, drawing the… The 2024 Chevrolet Malibu offers a variety of trims to suit the… The latest model of the Chevrolet…
Transformers’ Bumblebee: Through the Years
The latest film in the Transformers saga, Transformers: Age of Extinction, is set to release on June 27, just slightly more than a week from today. Before you settle into…
Enter the Toby Keith Shut Up and Hold On Sweepstakes, Win a 2015 Super Duty
Enter the Toby Keith Shut up and Hold On Sweepstakes You guys remember Toby Keith? He’s the perpetually cowboy-hatted country musician who once famously asked how you like him now…
Nissan Armada Ranks as Reliable SUV on US News’ List
2021 Nissan Armada Photo: Nissan Finding an SUV you can trust is essential to your life on the go. You definitely don’t have time for breakdowns, especially after the sizable…
2021 Honda SUVs are ‘Best Car for the Money’
Photo: Honda The 2021 Honda CR-V, Passport, and Odyssey have each received a “Best Car for the Money” award from U.S. News & World Report in the magazine’s latest new…
Supposedly Satanic School Bus Features Pentagram Brake Lights
A Memphis mother believes her local school buses are on the highway to hell Many of us used to watch the educational children’s show The Magic School Bus without ever…
2018 Chicago Auto Show Photo Gallery: Take a Look at the Vehicles on Display from Cadillac
Cadillac had a significant presence at the 2018 Chicago Auto Show, with six different production models and a concept car on display. Debuting their newest addition, the 2018 Cadillac XTS,…
2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Overview
The 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander is a seven-passenger SUV with proven off-road credentials, a cabin full of useful features, and a peace-of-mind-inducing 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty that matches Kia‘s for the best…
2017 Toyota RAV4 Overview
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top safety pick Archives
An updated IIHS crash test of seven midsize sedans made all but… All nine of the awarded Honda and Acura models earned the highest possible score… The Insurance Institute for…
2016 Ford Focus ST
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Toyota Hybrids Named Best Cars for the Money by US News
Every year, US News compiles a list of the most affordable vehicles for the money based on consumer feedback and five-year cost-to-own pricing. For 2015, the auto experts chose not…
Toyota and Lexus Win More 2019 Vincentric Best Value in Canada Awards Than Anyone Else
Photo: Toyota For the eighth consecutive year, Toyota Canada Inc. has earned more Vincentric Best Value in Canada Awards than any other auto manufacturer, this time around hauling in 11…
Five Fords Win 2018 Vincentric Best Fleet Value in America Awards
2018 Ford F-350 Super Duty XL If you’re a fleet manager or driver, you pine for reliability, durability, and low cost. If the 2018 Vincentric Best Fleet Value in America…
6 Ways to Make Money With Your Pickup Truck
One way to make money with your truck is to start a delivery service Photo: General Motors Got a pickup truck and need a way to make some extra cash?…
All 2017 Toyota RAV4s Get Standard Toyota Safety Sense P
For the 2017 model year, the Toyota RAV4 is getting quite a few new goodies, but perhaps none as exciting as Toyota Safety Sense P, the automaker’s suite of advanced…
cas Archives
Proudly holding a spot in the South Hall of McCormick Place between Porsche,… With women like Mary Barra paving the way, it’s refreshing to see… The all-new Nissan Titan is taking…
GM Ignition switch recall Archives
Welcome to In the Rearview, where I bring you the week’s car… Last week, we found out that GM is going to offer $25… This has not been Mary Barra’s…
What's the Difference Between Aniline and Semi-Aniline Leather?
Photo: Pixabay When considering leather seat trim, you might have encountered the terms “aniline” and “semi-aniline.” Here’s a brief overview of these types of leather to enhance your automotive knowledge.…
2017 Toyota RAV4 Overview
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Double-Double: Ford Bronco, Maverick Scoop North American Utility, Truck Awards
Ford pulls off double NACTOY wins for the second year in a row Photo: Ford Two of the hottest new Ford vehicles have picked up two of the industry’s absolute…
2015 Navigator Earns Vincentric Best Value in America Award
2015 Lincoln Navigator On the heels of earning the five-star Overall Vehicle Score from NHTSA and earning a spot on The Car Book’s 2015 Best Bets list, the 2015 Lincoln…
gx Archives
When it comes to beloved Buick vehicles, it’s hard to beat the… Proudly holding a spot in the South Hall of McCormick Place between Porsche,… 2014 Lexus GX Exterior For 2014,…
History of the Nissan LEAF
Nissan Leaf SV Plus Photo: Nissan The all-electric Nissan Leaf (stylized as LEAF) was introduced fairly early compared to many other automakers. As one of the first BEVs on the…
Vincentric Names 2014 Veloster, Forte Koup “Best Value in America” Winners
Hyundai Veloster While Toyota may have won the overall “Best Value in America” award this year, Vincentric was also sure to honor the sister Korean car companies with recognition as…
Teen Drivers Archives
Learning to drive is both an exhilarating prospect and a scary one.… Your young driver might have their sights on a flashy sports car,… Driver-assist tech is designed to help…
Toyota Wins Canadian Vincentric Award for Fourth Straight Year
The Prius was named Best Value Compact Hybrid For the fourth year running, Toyota Canada has been given the Vincentric Best Passenger Vehicle Value brand award. This award was joined…
Three Hondas Named “Best Cars for the Money” by US News & World Report
Honda tends to clean up once it enters awards season, and this year is proving to be no exception. Today the Japanese automaker was managed to have three vehicles featured…
Book Review: ‘The Only Woman in the Room: A Novel’ by Marie Benedict
Photo: The News Wheel Actress. Inventor. Scientist. Beauty. All of these words can be used to describe Hedy Lamarr, who comes alive in the pages of Marie Benedict’s book, The…
2017 Ford Escape Overview
The 2017 Ford Escape is a small crossover utility vehicle that carries a starting MSRP of $23,600. The Ford Escape has been significantly restyled for the 2017 model year. Changes…
selling your car Archives
You’ve finally picked out the new car you’ve wanted at the dealership.… If you’ve been on the fence about when to sell your car,… Even though you only bought your…
Theft Alert: Keep an Eye On Your Vehicle Emblems and Hood Ornaments
Photo: plX Dust When you think of vehicle theft, you might think of someone sticking a hanger through your vehicle’s window, unlocking the car, and hot wiring it before taking…