Ford and Parkmobile Make Paying for Parking Easier for Ford Drivers
If you happen to own or drive a Ford vehicle that is Ford Sync AppLink-capable, this week’s International Consumer Electronics Show has already yielded a wealth of information that ensures a promising future. If you’re merely thinking of driving a Ford vehicle, the automaker is hard out to convince you to make the move in […]
Ford Bucks Expectations, Plans Vandemonium for 2013 SEMA Show
Granted: it’s pretty hard to get super excited about vans. They lack the flash and appeal of sports cars, instead favoring…well, practicality. We, the car-consuming public, love our flash, our flare, and our delicious excess! Ford is looking to build a bridge between our needs for all that glitters and the usefulness of its 2014 […]
GMC Canyon Ranks As One of the Cheapest Vehicles to Insure
Saving money on a car doesn’t start and stop with the sticker price. There is a long list of expenses including maintenance, loan payments, taxes, and registration fees that as a new car owner you need to factor into your budget before you make a car purchase. One major expense that you cannot ignore is […]
The Rise of Green Technology and the Taxi Industry
Within the last few years the green car revolution has accelerated at a rapid rate all around the world. This is largely due to many governments announcing bans and fines on petrol and diesel vehicles, but also because it has become such a large focus for car manufacturers. Practically every manufacturer has at least one […]
Chevrolet Reportedly Discontinues the Chevrolet City Express
Recent documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reveal that Chevrolet is manufacturing a commercial version of the Chevrolet Bolt EV with its back row of seats removed. Astute automotive enthusiasts will remember that Chevrolet already has a small, city-based commercial vehicle in its lineup: the Chevrolet City Express. Or rather, Chevrolet “had” another […]
2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris Overview
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris is a quality van with a starting MSRP of $28,950. The Metris comes standard with a turbocharged four-cylinder engine and a driver inattention warning system. The 2016 Metris competes in the same segment as the Ram ProMaster City and Ford Transit Connect. Can’t Get Enough Mercedes-Benz? Check out this review of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz S-Class […]
[PHOTOS] 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris Van Slated for October 2015 Release
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The all-new 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris mid-size commercial van debuted last week at the NTEA Work Truck Show, held in Indianapolis. The Metris van will be available in October of this year at more than 200 Mercedes-Benz dealerships in the United States and Canada. Meanwhile, Mercedes will continue to sell the Vito, the Metris’ sibling vehicle, […]
Lincoln, F-Series Experiences Incredible Growth in Canada
Ford Motor Company of Canada is reporting a 7.4% year-over-year dip in sales for February, but the month was not without its bright spots. In particular, Ford experienced strong demand for the entire Lincoln brand, the Transit Connect, the F-Series, and the 2015 F-150. “We are seeing positive customer reaction to our recently launched vehicles […]
Cobra-Shaped Power Stroke Downpipe Improves Performance
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 shape of the turbocharger exhaust pipe. And just what shape is that of the Power Stroke downpipe, you ask? Oh, you know, cobra-like. Fitting, no? The second-gen Power Stroke V8 […]
Here Are the Candidates for the 2015 North American Car and Truck/Utility of the Year
Last year, General Motors dominated the North American Car and Truck/Utility of the Year awards, decided by 50 journalists from the U.S. and Canada. The all-new Corvette Stingray took the high honors for the Car of the Year while the redesigned Silverado was lauded as the Truck of the Year. GM will, however, have a […]
Minivan Sales Still Good for Business
Love ‘em or hate ‘em, minivans are likely to hang around for a while, no matter how many crossovers we try to chase them off the streets with. In fact, according to a recent report from Automotive News, minivans are highly profitable for automakers. Minivan sales volume may be low, yes, but each one sold […]
2015 Chevrolet City Express Debuts in the Windy City
Last Thursday, the bowtie brand unveiled the all-new 2015 Chevrolet City Express at the Chicago Auto Show (after previewing an extended look at the all-new Captain America movie, because who doesn’t love nice product placement?). EMBED TWEET: #Chevy is making movie magic. #FuelCAS https://t.co/wURM8Lks8U — The News Wheel (@thenewswheel) February 6, 2014 So what is […]
Best of the Chicago Auto Show 2014: Day One
The 2014 Chicago Auto Show opened its doors today to the press, so we got to see a lot of big reveals—and a dancing hamster to boot. I spent so much time running from one conference to the next for social posting that I hardly had time to take any of it in. As I […]
2014 Chicago Auto Show: Production Cars on Display
Get the full list of production models on display at the 2014 Chicago Auto Show
The Chicago Auto Show offers us the most square feet of any major auto show in the United States. With all of that volume, you’ve got a lot of cars to look at, buddy. Here is your definitive list of which production cars will be on the Chicago show room floor. (Looking for reveals and […]
Vote for the Most Creative Design in Ultimate Maker Vehicle Challenge
Ford and MAKE magazine are teaming up and asking for your help in determining which of 10 creative designs should be brought to life as a Ford Transit Connect Wagon in their Ultimate Maker Vehicle Challenge. Voting is already underway and will run through 11:59 PST December 12; by visiting the Ultimate Maker Vehicle Challenge […]
Ram 1500 Named Motor Trend 2014 Truck of the Year
For its annual end-of-the-year list, Motor Trend announced last week that the Ram 1500 was its choice for 2014 Truck of the Year®. The announcement proper was made at the birthplace of Ram Trucks, the Warren Truck Assembly Plant in Michigan; Motor Trend’s report on what made the Ram 1500 its 2014 Truck of the […]
What Are the Differences Between the GMC Sierra EV and the Chevy Silverado EV?
General Motors is in the midst of a dramatic shift to electric vehicles, and hopes are high that the upcoming Chevrolet Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV will make this transition easier with high interest and strong sales. Even though these two new electric trucks are built on the same Ultium platform, they’re far from […]
Should I Buy a Minivan or a Passenger Van?
Which family-hauler is better for your transportation needs?
If your convoy involves a lot of family members, you need more than just two rows of seats in your vehicle — you need all the seating you can get. When a full-size SUV won’t cut it, it’s time to consider a van. But which is a better people-mover for you: a minivan or a […]