Texas and Arizona Want Tesla’s Gigafactory, Still Won’t Sell Their Cars
Let's be frank here: Texas and Arizona have never really been known for their proclivities toward logical thinking.
Imagine for a second, if you will (and I know how painful it is going to be to do so, so I apologize in advance), that you right in the thick of an argument with your significant other. You know the kind I’m talking about: you’re shrill or booming and shouting every word for emphasis, […]
BMW 5 Series History
Introduction The BMW 5 Series was first introduced in 1972, and it quickly set the standard for premium sport sedans. Even today, the 5 Series continues to establish itself as one of BMW’s top selling cars, making it the pinnacle of performance, luxury, and spaciousness. Early History The 5 Series is a mid-size sedan that […]
Toyota Tacoma History
Introduction The Toyota Tacoma was first introduced in 1995 as the Japanese carmaker’s attempt of entering the small pickup truck segment with the likes of the American Big Three. While it’s not the best-selling truck in the country, the Tacoma continues to project consistent sales numbers, showing that a pickup doesn’t have to be American-made […]
Best Road Trip Drives: Going-to-the-Sun Road, Montana
When you find yourself hankering for a scenic drive that includes not only mountains, but beautiful, glacier-blue lakes, it might be time for you to hit the pavement along Going-to-the-Sun Road. The 47 mile stretch of road is named after Going-to-the-Sun Mountain and is located in Montana. It is the only road that traverses through […]
Dodge Journey History
Introduction We like to say that the Dodge Journey is the macho man of crossover SUVs. With rugged accents, a hard silhouette, and distinctive lines, the Journey is as handsome as it is reliable. Early History The Journey was unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in Frankfurt, Germany, back in 2007, and was available for […]
Chrysler Group Anti-Lock Brake Recall Affects 25,000+ SUVs
Last week, Chrysler Group issued a recall alert after a supplier brought a concern to the company concerning anti-lock braking. The Chrysler Group anti-lock brake recall affects 25,250 SUVs manufactured for 2012 and 2013 model years. According to the official recall alert, Chrysler Group hopes to improve pedal feel during certain braking situations. While brake […]
Mazda Plant Officially Open for Business After Celebration
Mazda Motor Corporation and Sumitomo Corporation marked the opening of their joint venture production facility in Mexico with a ceremony to celebrate the hard work and dedication of all involved parties. Opening the Mazda plant in Mexico was no small feat and is the result of over two years of planning. MVOO (Mazda de Mexico […]
2015 Fit Production Underway at Celaya Assembly Plant
Honda has done it again: they’ve gone and made a good thing even better. We were first introduced to the new Fit back in January at NAIAS, and we fell in love with the happy little hatch quite quickly. The 2015 Honda Fit promises to be more powerful, more efficient, and more fun than its […]
Mercedes-Benz S-Class History
Introduction The Mercedes-Benz S-Class was first introduced with that name officially in 1972, allowing Mercedes to make its first emphasis on safety, rather than styling. Even today, the S-Class continues to offer some of the most popular vehicles in the brand’s lineup. Early History The S-Class is a series of luxury sedans that has been […]
Expanded GM Recall: 13 Dead, 1.37M Vehicles Affected
Yesterday, General Motors announced that it is expanding its previous recall of compact cars, which initially concerned the safety of 778,000 Chevy Cobalts and Pontiac G5s manufactured between 2005 and 2007. The expanded GM recall now includes Saturn Ion, Saturn Sky, Pontiac Solstice, and Chevy HHR models built between 2003 and 2007, bringing the recall […]
4 Million Mazda3 Models Have Sold Worldwide
The newly-redesigned 2014 Mazda3 has received plaudits across the board from automotive enthusiasts and every-day drivers.
Mazda Motor Corp. has announced that cumulative production of the Mazda3 (including its double-life in Japan as the Mazda Axela) has reached four million as of January 22. This means it has taken ten years and seven months for 4 million Mazda3 models to hit the market, making it the quickest Mazda vehicle to hit […]
Lincoln MKZ History
Introduction The Lincoln MKZ was first introduced in 2006 under a different model name, but became known as the first of the “MK”-series of Lincoln vehicles in 2007. Since it was assigned its new name, the MKZ has quickly become one of the best-selling cars for Lincoln, reestablishing it as a luxury brand. Early History […]
Renault-Nissan Alliance Posts Fifth-Straight Year of Sales Gains
For the fifth consecutive year, the Renault-Nissan Alliance boasted record sales after tallying 8,264,821 vehicles in 2013, enjoying considerable gains in both the United States and China. The 2.1 percent sales increase over 2012’s figures includes the success of the Russian AVTOVAZ brand, and together, Renault/Nissan/AVTOVAZ vehicles account for one of every 10 vehicles sold […]
Ford Fusion Hybrid History
Introduction The Ford Fusion Hybrid was first introduced to the market in 2009 as the first big surge towards more eco-friendly cars began, thanks to the government’s Cash for Clunkers program. Since its introduction, the Fusion Hybrid has quickly become one of the most popular hybrid options on the market, making it a sensible choice […]
Chevrolet Silverado History
Introduction The Silverado has been a staple of the Chevrolet lineup for decades as the name of trim levels for the brand’s pickups. It wasn’t until 1999 that a truck with Silverado as its actual name introduced itself to the industry, quickly becoming one of the top workhorses in the industry, a spot where it […]
More U.S.-Made Hondas Make Japanese Automaker an American Exporter
It was announced today that Honda has the most top-safety rated vehicles in America, entrenching the native Japanese brand as an adopted American product. How deep does that connection go? Honda also announced just last week that 2013 marked the first time in company history that American Honda became a net exporter, meaning that it […]
Chevrolet Global Sales in 2013 Nearly Hit 5 Million Mark, Break Records
During yesterday’s Corvette Z06 and Corvette C7.R reveal at the 2014 North American International Auto Show, General Motors’ CFO Dan Ammann revealed that Chevrolet global sales in 2013 broke the brand’s previous record. Specifically, Chevrolet moved just shy of 5 million units (4,984,126 vehicles) across the globe throughout the year, enjoying considerable gains in the […]
2015 Honda Fit Will Be More Powerful, Efficient, and Fun
This spring, Honda will launch what it calls the best hit ever made: the totally-redesigned 2015 Honda Fit will sport more power, fuel efficiency, and refinement than any of its predecessors. Honda revealed the first 2015 Honda Fit this week at the 2014 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), touting its fuel-saving abilities, connectivity features, […]