Chevy Equinox, Buick LaCrosse Feature Top Voice Recognition Software
Though there has been a proliferation in recent years of voice recognition software in new vehicles, it’s important for it to not just be included, but to be effective. Based on the results of a recent study, the AAA Foundation for Safety and Edmunds have chosen the top systems that will help ensure drivers don’t […]
[Photos] When Was the First Traffic Light Installed?
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From gas lamps to modern signals, here is a complete history of our beloved traffic lights
If you’ve been on the internet today, you’ve undoubtedly noticed the latest Google Doodle. Developed by Nate Swinehart, it features a line of old-timey cars race along the road as a traffic signal glows green. However, when a nearby traffic signal turns red, the cars stop in place. This amusing little animation is the search […]
Report: Future Toyota Camry to Get Turbo-Four
The Toyota Camry is one of the few mid-size sedans that hasn’t yet replaced its powerful V6 engine with a turbo-four, but rumor has it this will soon change. A report in Automotive News stated that Toyota will join the turbocharged party in the coming years by replacing the Camry’s hefty V6 with a turbo-four, […]
Cadillac Is The Latest Manufacturer To Adopt Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Cadillac is joining Chevrolet and Hyundai as manufacturers featuring Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in their vehicles. The luxury car brand announced on June 9th that Apple CarPlay would be appearing in 2016 Cadillacs that feature their CUE 8-inch touch screen. Those models include Escalade, CTS, and XTS product lines. The SRX crossover will not […]
Fourteen Chevys to Feature Android Auto and Apple CarPlay for 2016
In the automotive arms race to better integrate smartphones and vehicles, Hyundai may have been able to claim “First!” by equipping (only) the 2015 Sonata with Android Auto, but a few hours later, Chevrolet loudly countered with “Most!” Today Chevy announced that for the 2016 model year, the bowtie brand will offer Android Auto and […]
10 Most Dangerous Countries to Drive In
Though driving is safer than it has been in the past, thanks in most part to terrific safety technologies and better engineering, the act of driving itself can still be dangerous. Every time you get behind the wheel of your car, you’re putting your life at risk. While driving can be dangerous no matter the […]
Determine How Traffic Violations Will Affect Your Insurance Premiums
Nobody enjoys paying high car insurance premiums, as the average American dished out nearly $1,000 last year to cover their vehicular butt. However, it’s a necessary evil, and most of us try to keep our costs as low as possible because of that. If you want to keep your insurance premiums from spiking, there are […]
12 Must-Visit Automotive Factory Tours in the United States
One of the best ways to get excited about the automotive industry is seeing the state-of-the-art technology in action. Across the United States, behind-the-scenes tours are offered by many of the world’s leading automakers. Next time you’re looking for a unique, memorable destination for vacation, consider one of these must-see automotive factory tours. Keep the following […]
[VIDEO] The Price is Right Contestant Wins Car Thanks to Error
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We all have bad days, but your bad day probably isn’t as bad as Manuela Arbelaez’ was yesterday. [ Watch the video here ] The Colombian model has been a main fixture on the classic game show The Price is Right for just over six years, after being one of five finalists on The Price […]
Kia Entering Mexican Auto Market in July
South Korea’s Kia Motors will soon have a presence south of the border, once the automaker begins selling cars in Mexico this July. Kia will be entering the Mexican auto market in advance of its first manufacturing plant in the country, which should begin production in the first half of 2016. Kia plans to bring […]
Veloster Turbo Rally Edition Is Performance Beast Fans Have Waited For
Limited edition version of the Veloster is guaranteed to revive interest in Hyundai's lukewarm-selling model
Most automakers haven’t been impressing us so far at this year’s Chicago Auto Show (CAS). Apart from re-revealing concept models already shown in Detroit–and serving a fair amount of drinks to help visitors stomach some of those concept models–auto brands aren’t offering much to ogle. In all honesty, we didn’t expect much from Hyundai, either. We had […]
Upgraded Veloster Transmission Could Provide a Needed Boost
The Veloster remains a modest-selling model that straddles the line between mini-sports coupe and mild-mannered hatchback. It’s an odd bird, probably the most unusual in Hyundai’s lineup (at least thus far). It’s not efficient enough to be a practical compact, but it’s not powerful enough to impress in performance. That’s why its fans overwhelmingly prefer the Turbo variant for its […]
Do Lower Gas Prices Mean Fewer Hybrid Sales?
When gas prices soar, so too do sales of more fuel-efficient vehicles, such as the Toyota Prius. So it would only make sense that hybrid sales would drop off when gas prices were lower, as they are currently, right? Not necessarily; at least, not according to Jim Lentz, the Toyota CEO for North America. As […]
Corridor Digital’s Remote Control Car Epic Brings Childhood to Life
Forget that special last night on television; if you want to see a real toy story, check out Corridor Digital’s latest masterpiece, “MiniDrones Blew Up My Toys!” The epic short film features all the suspense, pathos, and excitement of a summer blockbuster–only using remote control (RC) cars! Though the final product doesn’t have the same budget […]
World Cup of Cars: Russia vs. Korea Republic
South Korea is a national power in the making in more ways than one. It is the most wired company in the world, responsible for a number of technological innovations, some of the finest Starcraft players you’ll ever see, and hard working men and women who will not hesitate to drink you under the table. […]
#BecauseFutbol Ads Gear Up for 2014 FIFA World Cup
Hyundai will be releasing two all-new ads for the 2015 Sonata as the world gears up for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™. Both 30-second spots will air on ESPN and Univision with the hashtag #BecauseFutbol as part of the brand’s exclusive automotive advertising sponsorship with the networks for the World Cup series. This is […]