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2014 Hispanic Motor Press Awards Recognize 200C, Challenger SRT Hellcat
The 2014 Hispanic Motor Press Awards recognized two Chrysler Group models last month. The all-new 2015 Chrysler 200C was named the “Best Sedan” while the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat…
Why Do Car Models Get Different Names In Different Countries?
The Mitsubishi Pajero is called the Montero in Spain, due to a bad (and funny) translation Car manufacturers often change model names, depending on the country. Go on vacation to…
Review of Hot Wheels PlayTape Track: For Cars on a Roll
When I was growing up–and still now, in honesty–I had a sizable collection of Hot Wheels and other die-cast model cars. Frequently, I would polish them and set them out…
2018 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Crossover Makes Debut at LA Auto Show
2018 Niro Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) Revealed by Kia Motors at the Los Angeles Auto Show, the 2018 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) looks and feels a lot like the Kia…
Honda Just Unveiled Four Adorable Robots Ahead of CES 2018
Honda’s 3E Robotics Concept suite While Honda is mostly known as an automaker, those who follow the brand a little more closely know that it also likes to delve into…
Basement-ridden 1967 Chevy Corvette C2 Gets New Life
Every basement has uncommon findings, including collectibles and fictitious monsters. The basement of a Maryland man is no exception with a rare 1967 Chevy Corvette C2. Fast forward: To the…
Lincoln and SiriusXM Give New Car Buyers Multiyear Services
The interior of the 2015 Lincoln MKC Starting with the 2015 lineup, all new Lincoln vehicles equipped with navigation will come standard with a six-year subscription to SiriusXM Traffic and…
Ford, Lincoln Dealers Gave $114 Million to Causes in 2016
According to the annual Ford Motor Company survey on Dealer Giving, Ford and Lincoln dealers in the United States alone gave an estimated $114 million in charitable donations and volunteered…
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV Overview
The 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV comes standard with a number of advanced safety features and offers consumers the choice between five unique engine options. Originally known as the M-Class, the…
Refresher: Rules for Driving Around School Buses
Photo: Holly Chaffin During the school year, school buses driving around at about the same time everyone is heading to work are just a fact of life. However, this week…
2018 Fiat 124 Spider Earns Best Buy Award
2018 Fiat 124 Spider Classica If you’re in the market for a sporty performance car, you could do no wrong with the 2018 Fiat 124 Spider, which the editors of…
2014 Subaru BRZ Overview
2014 Subaru BRZ There are no new changes for the 2014 Subaru BRZ with the exception of a new standard smartphone integration system. 2014 Subaru BRZ Exterior Smooth lines and…
Subaru BRZ History
Subaru BRZ History Subaru is known for its rugged, all-wheel-drive cars, designed to last and not for flash. This normally practical exterior was completely shattered in 2012 with the introduction…
2017 Ford Fusion Earns IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+
Ford has been playing up the numerous upgrades that make the 2017 Fusion the best one yet—from the Fusion V6 Sport’s computer-controlled shock absorber system that helps mitigate damage from…
Honda Civic Type R is Digital Trends’ ‘Best Car of 2017’
Photo: ©Honda Please, industry journalists, give it a rest. We get it—Honda makes nice cars. But this is getting silly. In less than a month, we’ve already written about Honda…
