2016 Toyota Prius c Overview
The 2016 Toyota Prius c might not be as well-known as the original Prius, but there’s no need to discount it. This subcompact hatchback combines easy maneuverability on city streets with exceptional fuel economy to make it a hit with drivers everywhere. The 2016 Toyota Prius c is available in four unimaginatively named trim levels: […]
100 Leading Women for 2015 Named by Automotive News
It’s no secret that the automotive world is seen as a boy’s club. Dealerships, automaker boardrooms, car shows, and more are filled with men, and it can be intimidating to break into the field. The numbers of women in the upper reaches of the car world has been steadily increasing, though, and Automotive News makes […]
[PHOTOS] Toyota Adds Eighth Hybrid to Lineup in 2016 RAV4
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Toyota is known for its hybrid vehicles. The Prius lineup is probably the best-known, but Toyota also offers hybrid versions of some of its most popular models, like the Camry, Highlander, and Avalon. Now, Toyota is gearing up to add a hybrid version of its RAV4 crossover for the 2016 model year, giving the automaker […]
Volvo’s October Sales Up 12.6% Compared To Last Year
The Volvo Car Group experienced a growth in sales of 12.6% for the month of October in comparison to the same time period a year ago. Volvo News: Take a look at Volvo’s innovations and learn more about their mission to deliver safe vehicles Volvo’s surge in sales was highlighted by a successful October in […]
New Aggressive Styling, Enhanced Tech for 2016 Honda CR-Z Hybrid
The new Honda CR-Z hybrid launches November 3rd, and there’s a lot of hype behind the new model. Starting with the exterior, we’re looking at one of the more aggressively styled hybrids on the market, which should prevent any road ridicule when compared to driving a more subdued hybrid. This thing has sleek lines and […]
2016 Dodge Dart Overview
With a sporty exterior and the performance to match, the 2016 Dodge Dart is the perfect everyday car for those consumers that love to drive. Though its segment has a lot of competition, including the Toyota Corolla and Ford Focus, the 2016 Dart easily stands its ground. Its aggressive styling, driver-focused interior, and long list […]
Mitsubishi Distracted Driving Alert System Industry’s Most Advanced
Autonomous cars are coming, and when they do, the roads will be a safer place. Until then, though, many carmakers are focusing on making sure human drivers stay safe—and Mitsubishi is no exception. To help drivers focus more on the road and less on the various infotainment technologies in vehicles, Mitsubishi Electric—a subsidiary of the […]
2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid Achieves More Miles Per Gallon than Chevy Volt
If the title of this post blew your mind, we’re on the same page. The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid has a preliminary estimated mpg of 47, compared to the Chevy Volt’s estimated 42 mpg. How can a hybrid version of a standard sedan beat the hybrid function of a specially-engineered electric car at fuel efficiency? […]
Chevrolet Tracker Gets Second Life as Plane Car
Mark Ray of Atlanta, Georgia, loves to build unique car hybrids. When I say hybrids, I’m not talking about a car that’s powered by both electricity and gas. I’m talking about something as awesome as a Boat Car, Mr. Ray’s first project, or the latest addition to the Ray garage, a Plane Car. Unfortunately, the Plane […]
Chevy Stumps Some Dummies With a Math Problem in 2016 Equinox Ad
Chevy has released another ad in its “Real People, Not Actors” marketing campaign (which actually does feature some actors), once again with the apparent goal of publicly shaming some dumb people. In this new commercial for the 2016 Equinox, a focus group of ordinary people is asked to answer a math problem: Embarrassing. After being […]
2016 Toyota Mirai Overview
If you want to be part of an elite club of California drivers, the Mirai might be the vehicle for you. This hydrogen-powered sedan is available in limited quantities, and interested drivers are already being directed to a wait-list. Toyota wants the Mirai to become a trailblazer for other hydrogen-powered vehicles, and expects to increase […]
More than 1,200 New Jobs Coming to Michigan GM Plant
The General Motors Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly Plant in Michigan is responsible for some of the automaker’s most popular vehicles. To keep up with demand, GM announced last week that the plant will add more than 1,200 hourly and salaried jobs, as well as a completely new second shift. “The workforce at Detroit-Hamtramck is second to none,” […]
2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Overview
The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is restyled for the 2016 model year and comes with a starting MSRP of $26,000. Boasting improved fuel economy over last year’s model that puts it on par with other hybrid competitors, the 2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is as sophisticated as it is capable, while still maintaining a modest price tag. […]
New 2017 Acura NSX Photos, Technical Details Released
No, we still don’t know when the long-awaited and oft-delayed 2017 Acura NSX will finally go on sale. But we’re (presumably) getting closer each day, and today’s release of new photos and technical details regarding the hybrid supercar is another step in the right direction. You can read the full specifications below, but the big […]
Toyota Regains Global Sales Lead from Volkswagen
Earlier this year, German automaker Volkswagen declared itself the biggest automaker in the world, stealing the title from long-time holder Toyota. Unfortunately for Volkswagen, a scandal of epic proportions involving its not-so-clean diesel vehicles soured consumers’ opinions, and now Toyota is back to claim its rightful crown. Today, Toyota announced year-to-date sales of 7.49 million […]
BMW i Series Will Add New Model Soon
The BMW i Series vehicles take preconceived notions of electric cars and throw them out of the window. The BMW i3 is a capable city car, made of sustainable materials, and the BMW i8 is a sleek sports car with the fuel consumption of a much smaller car. To make the i Series even better, BMW […]
Apple Alludes Again to Future Car
This week, at the Wall Street Journal’s WSJD Live event in California, an interviewer asked Apple CEO Tim Cook about the future of the auto industry, and what exactly makes it ready for “disruption.” Cook’s answer gives us more clues as to how the technology giant will approach building a possible automobile. The Future Is Now: Check […]
1985 DeLorean DMC-12 Doc Brown Overview
The day has arrived, and so has the 1985 DeLorean DMC-12, Doc Brown version, with all the futuristic looks of the original DMC-12 mixed with an advanced hybrid Mr. Fusion Flux Capacitor System. The 1985 DeLorean DMC-12 Doc Brown comes in only one trim, with an option to add a hovercraft lift system. Can’t Get […]