Half-Man Jon Cryer Gushes About His Chevy Volt
Jon Cryer is best known for playing Alan Harper for 12 mirthless seasons of Two and a Half Men. Clearly, he feels a little guilty about that, and is doing his best to offset his sitcom’s hacky emissions by promoting eco-friendly vehicles—like the Chevy Volt. So… I’ve had a Volt for 3 yrs now and […]
BMW X1 Plug-In Hybrid Planned for 2016
The BMW X1 was first introduced in the United States for the 2013 model year after debuting first in Europe and Canada. According to BMW, the X1 is seeing a lot of sales growth in year-over-year sales comparison numbers. The luxury crossover is a challenge to other automakers in the crowded field, and it seems […]
Shocker: The 2016 Acura NSX Release Has Been Delayed
The first-generation Acura NSX ceased production ten years ago. After years of rumors and reports, a second-gen concept debuted in 2012. Then performance enthusiasts were teased with concept variants for three years, before the production version of the 2016 Acura NSX finally debuted at the 2015 Detroit auto show. After such a long wait, what’s […]
Dodge SRT Hellcat Models and HEMIs Could Disappear After 2019
When Dodge first introduced the SRT Hellcat powertrains, power-hungry car lovers around the world rejoiced. With a factory-made 707-horsepower supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI V8 engine, the Hellcats were just what the American carmaker needed to bring more consumers to the brand. Now, though, it looks like all HEMIs in SRT models will be gone from the […]
2016 Kia Soul EV Overview
If you are looking for a stylish car that is also eco-friendly, look no further than the 2016 Kia Soul EV. As the all-electric version of the Kia Soul, this EV offers the Soul’s funky styling with a zero emission powertrain. Offering a versatile interior, innovative electric motor, and affordable price, the 2016 Soul EV […]
Nissan Xterra Gets the Chop
Nissan has announced that the Xterra SUV, which has been slipping in sales over the past several years, will not be coming back after 2015. The Xterra has been in production for 15 years. The announcement that the Xterra would no longer be produced came almost as a footnote in lengthy press release detailing changes […]
What is PMPG and How Does It Work?
How an SUV might be more efficient than a subcompact
When we think of vehicles and their efficiency, it is usually in terms of miles per gallon (MPG). Of course, with electric cars, we refer to it as MPGe, but it is still built on the same foundational principle: that fuel rating applies no matter how many people you carry in your car. Sure, when […]
Bowling Green Corvette Assembly Plant Tour Visitor Info & Review
If you’re travelling through southern Kentucky and are looking for a unique experience, check out the Chevrolet Corvette Assembly Plant Tour in Bowling Green, Kentucky. While it’s not the best tour experience in itself, the wonder of seeing a vehicle as iconic and luxurious as the Chevy Corvette being made is worth the hour. Address: 600 […]
2016 Toyota Camry Overview
Back for another year, the 2016 Toyota Camry sedan offers plenty of standard and optional features that’ll appeal to a broad range of drivers. Toyota offers the 2016 Camry in eight trim levels, including LE, SE, Special Edition, XLE, XSE, Hybrid LE, Hybrid SE, and Hybrid XLE. Related: Toyota Crash Test Simulation Just Got a […]
How to Transport a 2015 Chevy Colorado to the Alaskan Wilderness
Chevrolet’s slogan is “Find New Roads.” Sometimes, that motto is taken very literally. For example, the Alaskan oil outfit ARSC Energy Services use Chevy Colorado trucks, but many of their remote job sites can’t be accessed by roads. So how do they get the pickups there? A new GM fleet commercial answers that question: Related […]
2016 Mazda6 Overview
Back in 2012, Mazda debuted the flagship sedan for its new generation of vehicles, infused with a SKYACTIV engine and KODO-Soul of Motion design. Now that it’s 2016, Mazda presents, updated, its flagship: the 2016 Mazda6, stuffed with more greatness than ever before. The 2016 Mazda6 comes in three different trim levels: i Sport, i Touring, […]
[VIDEO] Man Crashes Porsche 918 Spyder In Saint-Tropez After Showing Off For Friends
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It’s understandable that after spending more than $800,000 on a sports car you want to show it off, but a crowded parking lot usually isn’t the best place to test performance engines. Related: 2015 Porsche Boxster Overview Check out the video of the guy who crashed his Porsche into a tree: The video was filmed at a parking […]
Ford Masks GT Supercar, Asks Londoners to Guess the Make
Ford recently pulled off a marketing stunt in London where it put a Shelby GT350R on the street and stood by to gauge the reactions of pedestrians. Apparently, Ford really, really, really likes man-on-the-street stunts in London, as it also pulled off a similar feat with a Ford GT. Here, Ford placed a GT supercar […]
Kia Motors Sponsors VidCon 2015
At the annual VidCon in Anaheim, California, more than 20,000 attendees look to engage and connect while discussing digital video. This year, Kia was helping contribute to that conversation. As a presenting sponsor for the third year in a row, the South Korean carmaker added to the innovative lineup by showcasing seven vehicles from its […]
2016 Subaru Legacy Overview
The Subaru Legacy has built up quite a legacy of its own. It is widely considered one of the most reliable sedans in the industry. The 2016 Subaru Legacy maintains that title by keeping sight of what made it so successful, while simultaneously making small but important improvements. The 2016 Subaru Legacy is available in […]
2015 Lincoln MKZ Overview
Lincoln has positioned itself once again as a major name in the luxury industry, and its revival began just a few short years ago with the MKZ. Today, the MKZ is the cornerstone of the Lincoln lineup and one of the most attractive vehicles in its segment. Let’s take a look at the 2015 model […]
Rumor: 2017 Toyota Supra to Boast 470 Horsepower
It seems like, ever since Toyota discontinued the Supra in 2002, rumors have been flying about its return. Back in January 2014, Toyota debuted a concept called the FT-1 at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) and Supra fans everywhere rejoiced in what could possibly be an upcoming Supra. The rumors persisted when Toyota […]
2016 MINI Hardtop 2 Door Overview
They say good things come in small packages, and when it comes to the 2016 MINI Cooper 2 Door, they are absolutely right. Featuring the retro styling you remember from the Swingin’ Sixties but in a much more practical package, the Cooper will net you approximately five gazillion cool points as soon as you drive […]