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 Kyle Johnson

Ford Mustang Mach-E Offers Intelligent Range Feature

Ford Mustang Mach-E Offers Intelligent Range Feature

One of the impediments to wider adoption of electric vehicles is range anxiety — the fear of being stranded with a dead battery and no way to recharge. Ford is looking to cut down on that fear with the 2021 Mustang Mach-E, which will boast a new Intelligent Range feature aimed at getting the most […]

 Kurt Verlin

Film Review: ‘Ford v Ferrari’

Film Review: ‘Ford v Ferrari’

I walked into my local theater’s showing of Ford v Ferrari with modest expectations. On the one hand, it was directed by the same man behind the excellent Logan, features not one but two Academy Award-winning actors in Christian Bale and Matt Damon, and had a not-insignificant budget of just under $100 million. All of […]

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Is Car Financing Worth It?

Is Car Financing Worth It?

Buying a car is often a necessity rather than a luxury. If you have a family, you typically need at least one car to drive the kids around and run household chores. But buying a brand-new car out of pocket is not always an option, which is where car loans come into play. You don’t […]

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4 Tips for Maintaining the Value of Your Car

4 Tips for Maintaining the Value of Your Car

When you buy a new car, you probably don’t want to find yourself in a situation where you realize your vehicle has lost much of its value and is practically unsellable. But if you follow these tips, you can expect to sell your car for more when the time comes to upgrade. 1. Only use […]

 Whitney Russell

Check Out These 6 Vintage Chevy Commercials

Check Out These 6 Vintage Chevy Commercials

Today, Chevy commercials tend to elaborate on the “Real People, Not Actors” theme. In days gone by, however, the brand’s TV ads ranged from imaginative to creepy. Here are just some of these vintage commercials, for your viewing pleasure.   Pushing the Boundaries: Meet the long-anticipated 2020 Chevy Corvette The Chevy Cheyenne and a load of logs […]

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Is It Cheaper to Drive a Car or a Motorcycle?

Some people are car fanatics. Their cars are their pride and joy and often reflect their personalities. Similarly, motorcyclists feel a special bond with their bikes and might search high and low for custom VT750 parts, with no consideration as to the costs, for example. But if cost is a concern of yours, you might […]

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Chevy Discounts 2019 Silverado 1500 for June

Chevy Discounts 2019 Silverado 1500 for June

Good things come to those who wait…unless you’ve been eyeing the new 2019 Silverado 1500 and are ready to commit to purchasing one this summer. Chevy is currently offering a great discount on this model, now through the end of June. The deals Per GM Authority, the nationwide discount is for the 2019 Silverado 1500 […]

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How to Establish Culpability After a Car Accident

How to Establish Culpability After a Car Accident

If we really want to be politically correct, calling car crashes “accidents” is not the way to go. Using the term accident unwittingly takes accountability away from all involved. But in car crashes, rarely is it that no one is to blame. More often than not, the crash is a result of some form of […]

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More Fun Road Trip Games

More Fun Road Trip Games

Spring is a great time for road trips with family and friends. As important as it is to map out your route ahead of time, it’s also wise to plan some fun activities to make the journey more enjoyable. Here are five road-trip games that will help even the longest trip seem a bit shorter. Connect […]

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Texas Tech Researches Automated Car Driver Habits

Texas Tech Researches Automated Car Driver Habits

 While ‘autonomous’ has become a buzz word, many of us can forget that modern car technology — while close — is not quite there yet. A three-year study on automated car driver habits at Texas Tech University confirms this with what they claim to be “alarming statistics.” Its research method included testing subjects inside its […]

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7 Tips for Saving Money on Car Expenses

7 Tips for Saving Money on Car Expenses

The memory of buying your first car is unforgettable. You probably remember every detail about the day you got your first car keys: The amazing and ultimate step of experiencing adulthood. However, that quickly changes after a few weeks. The freedom of blasting music with your friends slowly stops. The flexibility you thought you’ll have […]

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Do You Need to Hire a Car in Malta?

Do You Need to Hire a Car in Malta?

Transport is a major concern for anyone that’s travelling to another country or city. You want to know that getting around will be easy and stress-free once you reach your destination. Every country has a unique way of organizing transport, so you need to do your research ahead of time to cover your bases. If […]

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Chevy Pulls Ad Claiming to be More Reliable than Ford, Honda & Toyota

Chevy Pulls Ad Claiming to be More Reliable than Ford, Honda & Toyota

Update: The commercial has now been removed from YouTube as well. A new Chevrolet commercial claiming the brand is more reliable than Ford, Honda, and Toyota, has been pulled off national airwaves and local markets following challenges from all three competitors. According to The Detroit News, a lawyer for one of the three rival automakers […]

 Kimiko Kidd

Donny Osmond Wants to Make the Chevy Silverado “a Little More Rock ‘n’ Roll”

Donny Osmond Wants to Make the Chevy Silverado “a Little More Rock ‘n’ Roll”

New Chevy ad campaign appeals to truck buyers and celebrities alike

As part of General Motors’ “Real People, Not Actors” campaign, the automaker is launching the all-new 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with a new 60-second ad spot that puts a unique spin on Donny and Marie Osmond’s signature hit, “A Little Bit Country, a Little Bit Rock ‘n’ Roll.” Instead of just playing the catchy 1970s […]

 Aaron Widmar

8 Famous Daredevil Drivers Who Performed Jaw-Dropping Car Stunts

8 Famous Daredevil Drivers Who Performed Jaw-Dropping Car Stunts

Driving a car normally takes a lot of skill … and driving a car to perform stunts takes incredible skills. While motorsports drivers are admittedly talented for precisely operating and maneuvering fast-moving vehicles, it takes a level of control and precision rarely seen to perform dangerous stunts. That’s why these eight daredevil drivers deserve to be […]

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Blast from the Past: A Brief History of “See the U.S.A. in Your Chevrolet”

Blast from the Past: A Brief History of “See the U.S.A. in Your Chevrolet”

Today, Chevy is known for ads focused on awards and “real people.” But in the mid-20th century, television viewers were singing along to a catchy tune sung by popular actress Dinah Shore.

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When Did Cars First Get Air Conditioning?

When Did Cars First Get Air Conditioning?

Today, few people would consider buying a car that’s not equipped with air conditioning. It’s seen as a necessity, not a luxury. That wasn’t always the case, though. The first car with factory A/C wasn’t produced until 1939. In the early days of autos, A/C wasn’t an option. In 1930, a Texas man had a […]

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The Costs and Benefits of Custom Car Signs

The Costs and Benefits of Custom Car Signs

Custom car signs are a popular choice of product design frequently preferred by many businesses. The side of any car is a great option to be used as advertising space. It is essentially an advertising space that doesn’t cost the owner much, is mobile, and can be used for a long time.