2017 Chrysler Pacifica Picks Up NHTSA Five-Star Overall Safety Rating
It’s been a busy year for the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. Not only did this minivan earn IIHS Top Safety Pick+ honors, but it was named “Best Minivan of 2016” by Cars.com and also captured the Family Car of Texas Title. Now, to go along with all of those accolades, the latest award to be bestowed […]
8 Lies You Were Taught in Driver’s Ed
As I grow older, I’ve found that more and more of what I was taught in driver’s ed was wrong. And no, I’m not just talking about personal biases like “American cars are infallible” or “You could never learn to drive without this reasonably-priced $400 driving course.” As the times change and technology improves, many of […]
Chinese-Built Buick Envision Crossover Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Honors
When GM announced last year that the Buick Envision would be built in China and then shipped to the United States, some media outlets, as well as a few labor unions, panned the move. However, the Chinese workforce may have proved their credentials recently as the Envision crossover earned a Top Safety Pick+ rating from […]
2017 Cadillac XT5 Earns Top Safety Pick+ Award from IIHS
Once upon a time, the SRX crossover was Cadillac’s best-selling vehicle, but it was replaced earlier this spring by the new Cadillac XT5. This latest crossover has already achieved something the SRX hadn’t since 2013. Thanks to a redesigned body structure, numerous standard safety features, and an available Driver Assist package, the 2017 Cadillac XT5 […]
Ford Vietnam Sales Rise in August Despite Ghost Month Traditions
Ford Vietnam posted its best August sales ever last month with deliveries totaling 2,123 units. Sales increased 57% year-over-year on the back of record months from key models including EcoSport, Ranger, and Transit. All three of the aforementioned vehicles not only put up record sales for August, they were also the sales leaders in their […]
Study: Sitting in Traffic Pollutes the Air Inside Your Car
When we talk about pollution from cars, usually we are occupied with the area around the car. This is especially true in the past year, as more and more air pollution causes smog in larger cities, leading many capitals to temporarily ban cars or severely limit them from the roads. However, there is one area […]
Top Safety Pick+ Award Given to 2017 Lincoln MKZ
Nearly two months after its platform-mate, the 2017 Ford Fusion, was able to earn Top Safety Pick+ honors from the IIHS, the 2017 Lincoln MKZ followed suit and picked up the same prestigious award for itself. Ultimate Luxury: Discover what Black Label adds to 2017 Lincoln vehicles Like the Fusion, the new Lincoln MKZ comes with […]
2017 Honda Accord Sedan Overview
With a reputation for excellent reliability and strong resale value, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that the Honda Accord is routinely one of the best-selling vehicles each year in the United States. In fact, this sedan is so highly rated that it’s been named to Car and Driver’s annual 10Best Cars list a record […]
2017 Honda Accord Hybrid Overview
After being away from Honda’s lineup in 2016, the Accord Hybrid sedan returns for the 2017 model year with more power, better highway efficiency, and even more standard safety features. While the standard Honda Accord is still produced in the state of Ohio, production for the hybrid version has moved to Japan, which will improve […]
2017 Acura TLX to Carry Starting MSRP of $31,900
For the 2017 model year, the Acura TLX midsize sedan will wear a $31,900 price tag and comes with three new exterior color options. The new TLX’s starting MSRP of $31,900 does not include the $940 destination fee, which means the 2017 version is approximately $200 more expensive than the 2016 model. Engine options for […]
2016 Hyundai Tucson Earns Best Safety Scores from IIHS in Small SUV Segment
The 2016 Hyundai Tucson was the only small SUV out of seven tested by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) to receive Top Safety Pick+ honors, as well as earn a “Good” rating for passenger protection in the small-overlap test. To qualify as a 2016 Safety Pick+, a vehicle is required to earn good […]
2017 Toyota Camry Overview
The 2017 Toyota Camry is a midsize sedan that carries a starting MSRP of $23,070. The Toyota Camry was the best-selling sedan in the United States last year with 429,355 units moved. In addition–despite offering more technology for the new model year–the ‘17 Camry will wear the same price tag as last year’s version. Key […]
2017 Subaru Forester Overview
The 2017 Subaru Forester is a compact SUV that carries a starting MSRP of $23,470. This SUV is the Japanese automaker’s best-selling vehicle and provides seating for up to five people. Like most Subaru models, the new Forester comes standard with all-wheel drive and has received top safety ratings from both the NHTSA and IIHS. […]
2017 GMC Acadia Overview
Despite selling more Acadia SUVs in 2015 than in any other year, GMC has decided to downsize the Acadia to midsize crossover dimensions, while offering a slew of other new options like a standard four-cylinder engine, new available safety systems, and a new All-Terrain model, which is geared towards those people with off-road intentions. The 2017 […]
2017 Subaru WRX Overview
The 2017 Subaru WRX is five-passenger sedan that comes standard with an advanced all-wheel drive system and turbocharged motor. This sedan carries a starting MSRP of $26,695 for the base WRX, but that figure grows to $39,995 for the top-level WRX STI Limited model. Many advanced safety technologies also come standard, while fuel efficiency is […]
2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Overview
The 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport is a crossover SUV that carries a starting MSRP of $25,350. The new Santa Fe Sport features a restyled exterior and is backed by Hyundai’s 10-year/100,000 mile powertrain limited warranty. The Hyundai Santa Fe Sport will be competing for sales with the Toyota RAV4, Ford Edge, and Honda CR-V. […]
2017 Audi A4 Overview
The 2017 Audi A4 is a European luxury sedan that carries a starting MSRP of $37,300. While the A4’s main competitors may be the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and BMW 3 Series, the new Audi A4 is in a league of its own when it comes to technology. The A4 offers 21 different driver-assistance technologies and it’s […]
Lexus Bumps Up Automatic Braking Goal
If we’re being honest, everyone has had at least one “oh crud” moment while driving when they notice that traffic ahead of them is stopped and their car is still going full-speed. Many of us slam on the brakes, but it’s the luck of the draw if you’ve caught the error soon enough to avoid an accident. […]