Revamped Kia Soul EV Gets Facelift, Possible Boost in Range
Kia doesn’t want you to feel like you have to give up funky style if you want to go green. That’s why it’s possibly making some big improvements to its electric Soul model that is sure to turn heads—and keep you as eco-friendly as possible. Get the Best of the Best: Find out why the […]
Lincoln Sales Fall in July; MKX, MKZ Make Significant Gains
Lincoln’s July sales in the United States totaled 9,098 vehicles, down 4.6% from the 9,536 vehicles delivered in July 2015. The year-over-year drop in sales was brought about in no small part by a drop in sales for the MKS, which is soon to be phased out for the upcoming 2017 Continental. Lincoln’s retail sales […]
Mazda Miata Awards Just Keep Rolling In
To paraphrase a common saying, “Ain’t no party like an MX-5 party because the MX-5 awards won’t stop.” That’s right, the popular new-generation roadster has been given another award, this time by the US News and World Report, which has named the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata the “Best Sports Car for the Money.” According to a […]
Jeep Continues Record-Breaking Sales Streak
Jeep is starting its 75th year on the right foot. The American carmaker recorded a record 1.2 million units sold in 2015, which is the most it has sold in its 75 years. With these sales numbers, Jeep has posted its fourth year in a row of global sales records—and it doesn’t look like the […]
Toyota in 2015: A True Friend to the Environment
The end of the year is nigh, which means it’s time to start looking back at 2015 and summarizing the good, the bad, and the evil. In the case of Toyota, there was no evil, but there was plenty of good. In this look back on the past 12 months, we summarize some of the […]
Ford U.S. Sales Up Slightly in November Thanks to Trucks, Vans
Ford Motor Company sales were up 0.4% in November thanks to a 0.6% increase in sales of Ford-branded vehicles. November was a down month for nearly every car in the Ford lineup and two of Ford’s biggest SUVs, but those decreases were readily offset by a huge month for the F-Series, Transit, and Transit Connect. […]
2016 Hyundai Veloster Overview
Includes information on the R-Spec, Turbo, and Rally Editions
If you think Hyundai’s vehicle lineup is mild and predictable, you haven’t seen the bizarre Veloster. This coupe combines the look of a utility hatchback with the soul of a sports vehicle. This two-door model comes in four configurations for the 2016 model year: base, Turbo, Turbo R-Spec, and Rally Edition. Celebrity Rides: Check out the […]
Ford Vans Top Commercial Sales in First Half
Ford says that it is now the largest and fastest-growing manufacturer of commercial vans in 2015 after its analysis of HIS new vehicle registrations through the first half of the year revealed an upward trajectory in van sales. According to sales figures, Ford vehicles are the top-selling commercial vans in 47 states, a statistic that […]
Ford Transit Named Van of the Year by Auto Express
Ford Transit has been tearing up sales charts all across the globe, and to match its impressive sales figures, it’s put together a resume filled with awards and accolades. The most recent comes from Auto Express, who awarded the Transit with its “Van of the Year” award. This marks the third straight year that some […]
Best Exterior Colors Offered by Ford
Ford keeps it pretty simple when it comes to colors. Almost all of its models come in “Ruby Red,” “Oxford White,” and “Magnetic,” otherwise known as red, white, and silver. But a few have standout paint options too. Read on to find the best exterior colors offered by Ford. 2015 Ford Fusion The Fusion offers […]
Ford Transit Connect and F-350 Win Edmunds.com Awards
Both the 2015 Ford Transit Connect van and the F-350 Super Duty came out with awards in Edmunds.com’s 2015 Best Retained Value Awards. The Transit Connect took the award for Edmunds.com 2015 Best Retained Value Small Commercial Van, and the 2015 Ford F-350 Super Duty was named the Edmunds.com 2015 Best Retained Value Heavy Duty […]
Kia Soul EV Wins Prix Auto Environment MAAF 2015 Award
The 2015 Kia Soul EV may have earned the all-American title of Vincentric’s Best Value in America, but that doesn’t mean the all-electric vehicle isn’t racking up awards in other parts of the world, too. Today, Kia Motors announced the Soul EV’s latest accolade has arrived from France, in the form of the prestigious Prix […]
2015 Ford C-MAX Energi Model Overview
2015 Ford C-MAX Energi Exterior The 2015 Ford C-MAX Energi’s exterior makes no apologies about its purpose. The entire car is designed to prioritize efficiency, so function triumphs over form at every turn. It is adequately stylish, though, and even distinctive under some angles. The tall roof also allows it to accommodate taller drivers fairly […]
Ford of Europe Up 7.2% in April
Ford of Europe enjoyed a 7.2% sales boost the 20 traditional European markets in April, a figure earned by strong sales from the new and improved Mondeo, Kuga, EcoSport, and Transit. Ford sold 106,900 vehicles during the month, maintaining a 7.9% market share. April’s sales were so strong that Ford is changing its 2015 projections […]
2015 Ford Mustang Has Another Amazing Sales Month in April
Ford’s US sales totaled 214,364 units in April, a 4.9% year-over-year increase from the 204,323 units sold in April 2014. Ford Cars were up 1.3%, Ford Utilities were up 12.3%, and Ford Trucks were up 2.8%. Not surprisingly, Ford’s biggest gainer in April was once again the Mustang, which increased from 7,243 units sold […]
Ford of Canada Begins Second Quarter in Roaring Fashion
At the close of April’s business, Ford of Canada was largely flat from the prior year’s business for the month. Ford moved 27,315 vehicles compared to 2014’s 27,342, but the overall takeaway from the month is more a focus on the parts than the sum. Sales of Ford’s crossovers were up 56% as car sales […]
Behind-the-Scenes SPECTRE Video Shows Off New Bond Cars
James Bond fans have slowly been getting more and more info on the upcoming franchise entry, SPECTRE, which is set to be released November 6, 2015. There have been lots of rumors, reports, and production photos, but a definite deficit of actual footage (particularly, footage of the movie’s awesome Bond cars). Finally, automotive enthusiasts are […]
Mustang Doc ‘A Faster Horse’ Debuts at Tribeca
If you are a fan of artistry, family dynamics, the endless human commitment to perfection, and delicious sushi, then you have no excuse not to pop on Netflix and spend some time watching Jiro Dreams of Sushi. The man behind the acclaimed 2011 documentary, director David Gelb, now focuses his lens on another quest for […]