Jeep “Scrambler” Pickup Truck to Make Its Debut at the LA Auto Show
Jeep will reportedly unveil its new pickup truck, long rumored to be called the Jeep Scrambler, at the LA Auto Show later this month
The Los Angeles Auto Show serves as the host for a number of different vehicle reveals. Indeed, some of the year’s most highly anticipated models make their debut in L.A. later this month. Reportedly among those vehicles set to be unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show is the long-awaited Jeep pickup truck. The Latest […]
Ford Resource and Engagement Center Craiova Officially Opens
The Ford Resource and Engagement Center in Craiova, Romania, was inaugurated this week, marking the official opening of the first Ford Research and Engagement Center in Europe. The fourth FREC was announced in June of this year and joins two locations in Ford’s home city of Detroit and a third FREC in South Africa. The […]
Drums Vs Discs: How Your Brakes Work And Are Picked
Almost all new vehicles use disc brakes, but a few (looking at you, Toyota Tacoma) still include drum brakes, and drum brakes used to be the norm. So, I wondered, what is the difference, and why are we mostly using discs now? Good To Know: Follow these tips to safer driving during dangerous weather How […]
A Case for Mitsubishi to Bring the Triton to the US
We wouldn’t really know it here in the US, but overseas Mitsubishi Motors is a major producer of pickup trucks. The truck in question is the Mitsubishi Triton. It’s a compact pickup, putting it in about the same market as the Chevy Colorado. Mitsubishi recently teased a new generation of the Triton with a low-resolution, […]
Spray Liners vs. Roll-On Bedliner Paint
Nowadays, one of the most common questions on automotive forums has to do with whether it’s better to use spray liners or roll on bedliner paint on your truck. While both of these options have their pros and cons, we’re going to try to objectively compare them with each other in order to help you […]
Study Finds the Ford F-150 to Be the Most Popular Vehicle in 22 States
A Kelley Blue Book study examining vehicle registrations from 2016 found the F-150 reigning supreme in terms of popularity by state
For several years now, the Ford F-Series of trucks has reigned supreme as the best-selling vehicle in the United States. Given 2017’s overall sales results so far, that trend doesn’t show any signs of stopping. The Ford F-Series is not just the most popular vehicle in the nation overall. According to a survey conducted by Kelley Blue […]
Cars & Wireless Charging: What You Need to Know
Wireless charging is an added convenience that makes it easy for people to stay connected wherever they go. As this technology develops, wireless charging devices and hotspots have become more widespread. From wireless charging pads in fast food joints, cafes, and hotels, to portable wireless charging pads like those from Bezalel wireless technologies that you […]
2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Named Official Winter Vehicle of New England
The 2017 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk, Chrysler Pacifica, and Dodge Charger also earned top honors from the New England Motor Press Association
Tomorrow is the first day of June, which means the summer season is just about to begin. However, that hasn’t stopped one particular FCA vehicle from receiving recognition for its winter-based capabilities. After all, the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee was just named NEMPA’s Official Winter Vehicle of New England. More Awards for FCA: North American Utility […]
IIHS Study Finds Vehicular Fatalities On the Rise; Subcompact Cars Have the Highest Rates of Fatal Crashes
With more motorists driving more miles and choosing larger vehicles, smaller subcompact cars are now at a higher risk of being involved in deadly accidents
Memorial Day is often regarded as one of the most dangerous holidays to travel during. As such, the latest survey from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) couldn’t have been published at a more appropriate time. Unfortunately, the IIHS study doesn’t bear good news. It reports that driver death rates are on the rise once […]
Consumer Reports Names Its 10 Lowest-Rated Vehicles of 2017
From compact cars to luxury SUVs, Consumer Reports names the 10 lowest-rated vehicles from each class in the industry
Automakers love it when their vehicles earn an award or title for being the best in the industry. However, those same automakers are understandably less thrilled when their vehicles end up on a list of the year’s worst models. Nevertheless, that is exactly where 10 vehicles from a myriad of brands ended up in 2017. […]
Second-Generation Ford Raptor Wins 2017 AutoGuide.com Truck of the Year Trophy
The awards just keep rolling in for the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor. Having already won the Four Wheeler Pickup Truck of the Year award, as well as Best Pickup Truck of 2017 from Cars.com, the new high-performance Raptor was also named the 2017 AutoGuide.com Truck of the Year. The new second-generation Ford Raptor is more […]
5 Things You Need to Know about the 2017 Dayton Auto Show
The 2017 Dayton Auto Show kicked off on February 23rd and will remain open to the public until the 26th of this month. Taking place at the Dayton Convention Center located on 22 East Fifth Street, this year’s show will feature more than 200 vehicles from 28 different automakers. Visitors can talk to product specialists […]
2017 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Priced at $40,995
General Motors has finally released pricing details for the 2017 Colorado ZR2 and it will cost substantially less than many of its off-road competitors. The new Chevy Colorado ZR2 will carry a starting MSRP of $40,995 when it’s released this spring and that’s including the $940 destination fee. This means the ZR2 will be more […]
2017 GMC Canyon Overview
The GMC Canyon mid-size pickup truck returns for the 2017 model year with a plethora of updates, including new powertrain options, as well as a range-topping Denali trim level. The 2017 Canyon manages to differentiate itself from its corporate cousin, the Chevy Colorado, thanks to a tasteful and classy exterior design that looks quite similar […]
GMC Canyon Defends its Crown in 2016 Midsize Pickup Truck Challenge
For the second consecutive year, the GMC Canyon earned the top spot in the Midsize Pickup Truck Challenge administered by editors from Cars.com and PickupTrucks.com. Speaking of the GMC Canyon: Take an in-depth look at the award-winning midize pickup truck The GMC Canyon was obviously the only premium midsize truck to take part in the […]
2017 Honda Ridgeline Overview
After being excluded from Honda’s lineup for the last two years, the Ridgeline midsize pickup truck returns for the 2017 model year. Using a modified version of the platform used in the Honda Pilot, the all-new 2017 Honda Ridgeline rides more like a crossover than a bulky truck. Carrying a starting MSRP of $29,475, the […]
Ram Truck Brand Head Claims Market Perfect for Future Small Pickup
It looks like the mid-size pickup truck segment might be getting an additional competitor. While we already know Fiat Chrysler is joining the segment through its Jeep brand—thanks to the announcement that Jeep is finally producing a Wrangler-based pickup truck—it’s quite possible that the Ram truck brand might be getting in on the segment, too. […]
Lexus ES 300 Is Officially a Ticket Magnet
If you own a luxury vehicle, it’s easy to feel invincible as you cruise down the road. Well, we have some bad news for you if your luxury vehicle of choice is the Lexus ES 300 sedan. According to Insurance.com, 33% of ES 300 drivers have reported receiving traffic tickets. The same report named the […]