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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…
2017 Subaru Forester Overview
The 2017 Subaru Forester is a compact SUV that carries a starting MSRP of $23,470. This SUV is the Japanese automaker’s best-selling vehicle and provides seating for up to five…
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…
HBO Now Archives
In May, gearheads and car lovers can look forward to a wealth… If there’s ever been a time to stay home and explore your… Welcome again to Vehicular Viewing, a…
2016 Lincoln MKZ Overview
The 2016 Lincoln MKZ combines style and safety throughout its luxurious interior and upscale exterior. Technology works in coordination with the driver for effortless connectivity. The sleek and elegant lines…
Chrysler Pacifica Picks Up Third Straight Best Family Car Award from Parents
Millennial moms: Oh yeah, this is a fancy one Photo: Stellantis The Chrysler Pacifica has earned the Parents Best Family Car 2022 award for Best Luxury Minivan, marking three straight…
Sedans Archives
The 2024 Chevrolet Malibu offers a variety of trims to suit the… As they enter the workforce, college graduates need a reliable, budget-friendly, and… Say goodbye to another car nameplate:…
Europe Bids Farewell to the Corvette and Camaro
European drivers, time to say goodbye to the Chevrolet Corvette and the Chevrolet Camaro SS — both models are retiring on August 31, due to stricter emission regulations. New regulations…
2016 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron (3)
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2018 buick regal tourx Archives
When it comes to fuel efficiency, aerodynamics are key. Cars these days… Buick showed off their entire 2018 lineup at the 2018 Chicago Auto… Buick, a luxury vehicle brand from General…
10 HBCU Students Will “Discover the Unexpected” This Summer
Photo: Chevrolet For the seventh year in a row, Chevrolet has awarded Historically Black College and University (HBCU) students the “Discover the Unexpected” internship and will offer them the chance…
What Does My Car’s Eco Mode Actually Do? When Should I Use It?
Does your vehicle have an Eco Mode? Photo: The News Wheel Chances are that if your car has an Eco button, you activate it when you’re driving at low speeds…
Epcot Archives
Ever since the opening of Disneyland in 1955, Disney has been no… Kelley Blue Book is an organization renowned for its automotive expertise and… Out of the four theme parks…
Toledo Celebrates 75th Jeep Anniversary with First-Ever Jeep Festival
The first-ever Toledo Jeep Fest was a hit Photo: Twitter Since Jeep first rolled off the assembly line during World War II, Toledo, Ohio, has been its home. Willys-Overland Motors…
2015 GMC Canyon Tops 2015 Midsize Pickup Challenge
2015 GMC Canyon Photo: © General Motors The editors at Cars.com/PickupTrucks.com recently conducted their midsize pickup challenge and found that the 2015 GMC Canyon SLT 4×4 is the undisputed best…
Subaru Launches Emotional Outback Ad Campaign
Photo: Subaru Only a few days ago, Subaru debuted a brand-new marketing campaign that focused on the launch of the 2020 Subaru Outback. Befitting Subaru’s environmentally-aware, family-focused, and safety-centered corporate…
Forgotten Vehicles of the 80s: The Chevrolet Celebrity
Check out that beige and brown 1985 Chevy Celebrity Photo: Greg Gjerdingen via CC During my time as an automotive journalist, I’ve come across so many strange vehicle names that…
Weird Old Car Shorts: ‘Hired!’ (1940)
Imagine if selling Chevrolet door to door was your job… Photo: David Adam Kess via CC In a previous article for The News Wheel, we discussed the weird and wonderful…
Elon Musk Gives Us the D – Er, the Tesla D, That Is
Tesla CEO, Elon Musk, is known for making pretty big announcements and boldly going where other auto CEOs don’t even dream of going. For instance, he recently promised that we’ll…
2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat 113
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2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Wins Spot on Most High-Tech Features for the Money List
2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid The award-winning 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid has been praised for its family-friendly features, impressive range, innovative plug-in hybrid system, and safety features. Adding to the long…
Ford Announces Baidu-Powered SYNC+ for China
Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford has launched an all-new, China-specific SYNC infotainment system that leverages Baidu artificial intelligence for improved connectivity. Ford SYNC+ was announced in conjunction with the unveiling…
2016 Chevrolet Colorado
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How to Make a Car Insurance Claim After an Accident
Photo: The News Wheel Being involved in a car accident can be really nerve-wracking, especially if you’re dealing with major vehicular damage or personal injury. To add to the stress,…
the fast and the furious Archives
If you know anything about the Toyota Supra, you’re probably familiar with… If you’ve seen any of the Fast and Furious movies, you’ve no… It’s hard to believe that, over…
Cobra-Shaped Power Stroke Downpipe Improves Performance
The cobra-shaped Power Stroke downpipe Believe it or not, one of the aspects that makes Ford’s 6.7-liter Power Stroke® V8 Diesel as powerful as it is happens to be the…
nismo Archives
The Nissan Frontier is ready to rock the Rebelle Rally with a… Recently, Nissan unveiled its first foray into the exciting world of LEGO… Nissan and NISMO this month…
