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A Glossary of Automotive Acronyms
Photo: Pixabay If you’re new to the world of automotive, it may take some time to pick up the lingo. We have a list of some basic terms you should…
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Anthony Levandowski, a former Waymo engineer, has posted a time-lapse video in a lengthy Medium post that shows a Toyota Prius driving itself across the United States in just four…
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The all-new, 12th-generation 2020 Toyota Corolla has finally rolled off the assembly line in Mississippi, marking the start of a new era for the world’s best-selling car. Plant president Sean…
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The Try Guys are back for their final video in the DUI Series. This time, they’re tackling the dangers of texting and driving. Texting and driving is one of the…
You searched for road trip movies
It’s always a bit depressing to watch the inexorable march of time turn once-hip Saturday Night Live stars into paunchy movie dads. As the first host of Weekend Update, 1975-era…
You searched for motorcycle
For city-based commuters, the sight of a smug motorcycle overtaking the grumpy driver caught in the grip of congestion is becoming more common. So, is it time you swapped the…
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A few months ago, we put together a multiple-choice quiz to test your car logo knowledge. Now we’re taking it a step further. This time, you’ll have to fill in…
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Rumors that we might one day get a Lambda-based Cadillac SUV have been circulating for years, but our dreams have been dashed time and time again. The other three GM…
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This week, Jay Leno’s Garage welcomed a 1938 Buick Y Job, a rare gem brought in by General Motors’ Vice President of Global Design, Michael Simcoe. The vehicle was originally…
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In many states, car insurance is required by law. Since it’s a necessary expense for drivers, here’s a look at just 15 of many factors that impact your car insurance…
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The Hoosier State is the perfect state to visit for camping, dune-hopping along Lake Michigan, and seeing the zoo and museums in downtown Indianapolis. But what if you want something…
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The Honda Civic has been named one of the best certified pre-owned cars of 2019 by Autotrader, which put together a list of the 10 must-shop CPO cars based on…
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Car lovers and old-timers will undoubtedly recognize Fort Wayne, Indiana for its manufacturing history and GM assembly plant. Having overcome many economic troubles over the twentieth century, Fort Wayne has reinvented…
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According to a new Ford-backed survey, 32 percent of 5,000 dog owners in France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom admitted to not adequately securing their dogs while driving.…
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Ahead of the kickoff for the 2019 FIA World Rally Championship, M-Sport Ford World Rally Team has unveiled a striking new livery. It won’t help with winning races, but it sure…
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The 2019 Dodge Charger has earned award-winning attention from the experts at Kelley Blue Book, who have just honored the four-door muscle car with the title of Best Resale Value…
You searched for chevy traverse
With the exciting new Blazer and upcoming 2020 Silverado HD, the Chevy Traverse hasn’t gotten as much recognition as it deserves. The model’s latest head-nod from U.S. News & World…
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The General definitely stole the show last week with an abundance of Chevy SEMA concepts and performance models. Here’s a review of some of the things we saw from…
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The 2019 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE will soon be offered with a new 10-speed automatic transmission. With its supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine, the Camaro ZL1 1LE is designed to tear…
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The 2019 Dodge Charger has earned award-winning attention from the experts at Kelley Blue Book, who have just honored the four-door muscle car with the title of Best Resale Value…
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As part of its push to bring self-driving vehicles to the market, Ford is in the process of developing a communication interface that will effectively allow driverless autonomous vehicles to…
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The saga of John Cena’s 2017 Ford GT has taken more unnecessary and inexplicable twists and turns than the Charlotte/Becky Lynch/Ronda Rousey storyline. Following a January settlement between Ford Motor…
You searched for OnStar 4G LTE Wi-Fi
Let’s be perfectly honest—although The General has been relentlessly shoving its 4G LTE technology down our throats for the past nine months, it is actually pretty cool. In fact, Chevrolet…
You searched for Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat
While the rest of the automotive industry is moving forward with high-tech hybrids and self-driving cars, Dodge is keeping it old school—and it looks like it’s working for the American…
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The automotive industry shares a long and celebrated history with the various world’s fairs held throughout the 20th and 21st century. Perhaps most famously, the Ford Mustang made its debut…
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Lincoln’s quest to rebuild its brand from the bottom up has been bolstered by the early success of the 2015 MKC premium utility. Members of the prestigious Texas Auto Writers…
2017 Ford Escape Confirmed for Spring 2016 Launch
More details about the all-new 2017 Ford Escape were revealed today, including its proposed spring rollout date. The Escape, which was revealed in November at the Los Angeles Auto Show,…
2014 BMW 740Ld xDrive to Take the Stage in Chicago
The BMW 7 Series Earlier this week, BMW announced that the BMW 7 Series would be the next in the luxury automaker’s lineup to feature BMW Advanced Diesel technology here…
Chevy to (Probably) Bring Back Cavalier Name
The 1998 Cavalier Z24 Convertible It seems we hear about every new General Motors vehicle ahead of time when GM applies for a trademark on the name. It’s something that…
Ford Study Finds Car Colors Can Say A Lot About Their Owners
Ford Focus Red Edition Ford loves to commission studies, as evidenced by the seemingly hundreds of studies it has conducted in 2015. Its last study for the year, conducted amongst…
Volkswagen May Pick Up a Truck in the U.S. Market
Volkswagen is still considering the idea of unleashing a truck in the U.S. market. You may recall that the automaker debuted a concept for the Atlas Tanoak pickup truck last…
Man Claims Angels Told Him to Spraypaint Neighbor's Cars and Street Signs, Signals End Times
Image: aelena Sometimes, you have to worry that we are all in a lot of danger that we just can’t see. First, there was the vampire dance incident, where Christian…
2016 Ford Explorer Overview
2016 Ford Explorer Featuring a starting MSRP of only $31,050, the 2016 Ford Explorer is a SUV that the entire family can enjoy. Equipped with standard 18-inch alloy wheels, loads…
2016 Ford Explorer Platinum Adds Luxury Atop Toughness
2016 Ford Explorer Platinum Ford will be rolling out the new Platinum trim for the 2016 Explorer next month, bringing an extra touch of luxury to an SUV that has…
2016 BMW X6 M Overview
2016 BMW X5 M (L) and BMW X6 M (R) If you’re ready for a performance fastback, the 2016 BMW X6 M takes the 2016 BMW X6 to the next…
2016 BMW X6 Overview
The 2016 BMW X6 is a fastback that blends sportiness and luxury together to compete with models like the Infiniti QX70 and Porsche Cayenne. When looking at it, shoppers might…
Japanese Toyota Sienta Commercial Features Clever Canine
This smart pup knows just what his owner needs Minivans are not the most exciting vehicles in the world—not by a long shot. But behind their soccer mom facades, some…
Mitsubishi Hits Rally Circuit with Outlander PHEV
The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV took on the Asia Cross Country Rally, showing off its durability When you hear the phrase “plug-in hybrid electric vehicle,” it’s likely you don’t automatically think,…
Russians Beat US for Hosting Largest Gathering of Subarus
A parade of 549 Subarus, including the WRX, set a new Guinness World Record at Moscow Speedway over the weekend Until last weekend, the United States held the Guinness World…
Logano Conquers the Field as Ford Goes 1-2-3 at Watkins Glen
Despite being penalized for leaving the pit with a fuel can dragging from his car and being sent to the back of the field on Lap 20, Joey Logano recovered…
2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Overview
”What’s Exterior Performance Efficiency Interior Safety The 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is virtually unchanged from the 2015 model, save for minor equipment updates. However, Mercedes has eliminated the E400 Hybrid, as…
Ram 1500 EcoDiesel Beats Ford F-150 EcoBoost in Fuel Efficiency
The Ram EcoDiesel beat out the Ford F-150 2.7-liter EcoBoost in fuel efficiency during a recent comparison test Photo: AutoGuide Ford’s EcoBoost engine lineup is known for offering superior power,…
Dodge Doubling Hellcat Output for 2016
Dodge has increased the production rate for the 2016 Dodge SRT Hellcat models after the 2015 models quickly sold out When Dodge first released the SRT Hellcat, it seemed like everyone…
Hyundai Hank Returns to Vine for the 2016 Sonata with Android Auto
The mini-adventures of Hyundai Hank Photo: Hyundai USA Toys aren’t just for kids. Look at Hyundai USA’s hand-made, stop-motion character Hyundai Hank. Eight short Vine videos featuring the mini mensch…
2015 Honda BR-V Crossover Concept to Debut in Indonesia
The 2015 Honda BR-V Concept The Gaikindo Indonesian International Auto Show 2015, which will run from August 20th to 30th in Tangerang, Indonesia, will serve as the venue for the 2015…
ADT® Pulse App to Get Ford SYNC AppLink Integration for Voice Commands
Ford is already off to a roaring start in 2014 thanks to its presence at this week’s International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. The latest announcement should serve…
2015 Ram 1500 Rebel and Laramie Limited Priced
Ram announced pricing for the 2015 Ram 1500 Rebel (pictured) and the 2015 Ram 1500 Laramie Limited Today, Ram announced pricing figures for the 2015 Ram 1500 Rebel and the…
How Seiichi Miyake’s Bumpy Pavement Tiles Make It Safer to Cross at Intersections
The Google Doodle on March 18, 2019 honors the 52-year anniversary of the first installation of Seiichi Miyake’s invention Image: Google Those of us who are not visually impaired take…
2015 Volvo XC90 Configurator: Way Better Than Winter
You know what is extremely unfortunate and sad and terrible and just overall not a lot of fun? The fact that it was October—and, by extension, fall—a mere three weeks…
Who Would Buy a Small Sports Car from Hyundai?
The old 2007 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Concept could be a big brother to the small sports car from Hyundai Hyundai has been all over the place these past couple years…
