Mazda has three crossovers in its lineup: the CX-9, CX-5, and CX-3. The former two tend to get a lot of attention, as the CX-9 is Mazda’s largest flagship, and the CX-5 is the most recently redesigned of the three that constitutes the majority of the brand’s sales. However, Mazda continues to care deeply for…
At the top of the Mazda lineup is the three-row flagship crossover, the 2018 CX-9, nicely updated for the new model year, and available with the very best that the brand has to offer. [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2018 Mazda CX-9? For 2018, like much of the Mazda lineup, the CX-9 is…
Despite Mazda’s reluctance to adopt hybrid or electric engines into its main… Last month, Mazda posted a teaser video on its YouTube channel of… In 2011, Mazda introduced its new Skyactiv-G high-compression engine technology, which has… Mazda has achieved some great things with its engineering. Its SKYACTIV engines… Once more, Mazda can look smug at…
Each year, influential female creators and entrepreneurs from around the country gather… For the third consecutive year, Kia Motors America is returning as the… Kia wants to make being a mother easier than ever, which is… Kia Motors America is currently serving as the Presenting Sponsor and Official…
Stop me if you’ve heard this one before: The Ford F-150 is the winner of the Kelley Blue Book Best Buy award. Thing is, you have heard this one before, because this is now seven straight years that the truck has pulled down the award from KBB. Ford’s Toughest Yet: All-new 2021 F-150 offers 14,000…
As Masamichi Kogai entered the stage last night to reveal Mazda’s new, mysterious maybe-yes-maybe-no rotary sports car concept, two thoughts crossed my mind. First, I thought “Man, it is a good thing that Mazda CEO Masamichi Kogai doesn’t have epilepsy.” Watching the live feed, the sheer number of blinding camera flashes made the feed look…
The 2016 Mazda MX-5 is the spirit of fun turned to metal and fire. If sports cars are supposed to be like predators (which we have mentioned before), then the 2016 MX-5 is like an ocelot bounding gleefully through the branches, while its competition bulls its way through the underbrush. The MX-5 is skipping school with…
For a second year in a row, Ford walked out of Sin… The rear-wheel drive Maverick is a classic car from Ford’s golden age… Among Chevrolet’s many entries at this year’s SEMA Show is the Chevelle… Chevrolet has introduced a slew of new concepts to start off the 2016 SEMA… Intended to show off GM’s new Alaskan…
Jazz may not be as popular or influential as it once was, but it’s still a musical genre bursting with energy, emotion, and creativity. Even if you think of jazz as hopelessly boring, old-fashioned, or snobbish, you’ll be pleasantly surprised once you start exploring all it has to offer. Today is International Jazz Day, and…
Everyone’s favorite subcompact crossover SUV is back, and the 2019 Mazda CX-3 stretches the limit of Mazda’s attractive KODO design language with some sleek upgrades to the exterior, interior, and powertrain. [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2019 Mazda CX-3? For 2019, the Mazda CX-3 has been refreshed with some quality refinements. Chrome accents…
The Vatican is raffling off one of Pope Francis’ famously compact Popemobiles Image: Mike Licht, CC Pope Francis is holding a raffle to raise money for the poor, and the grand prize will put your own paltry Church Bingo Night winnings to shame: it’s a used Popemobile! Yes, rather than just selling his old 4×4…
Completely redesigned for the 2016 model year comes Mazda’s largest SUV, the three-row CX-9. Designed to appeal specifically to America and more specifically to American families, the CX-9 features a unique mix of comfort and power that you won’t find on another vehicle. [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2016 Mazda CX-9? Nine years after…
There’s no denying that the MINI Cooper is one cool car. From its retro looks to its customizability, anyone driving a MINI Cooper automatically gains points for being awesome. But there are always those people who take it too far. This was the case with some clever soul who decided that it would be a…
As exciting as Feb. 14 is for many people, don’t forget to… Every so often, a story makes the news about a child stealing… In the aftermath of Hurricane Florence, thousands of people remain displaced and… At the beginning of September, AAA predicted that nationwide gas prices would… Honda is celebrating the 20th anniversary of…
The 2018 Toyota Camry enters its eighth generation and 35th model year… The 2017 Lincoln MKX is a five-passenger luxury SUV that distinguishes itself… The 2017 Toyota 4Runner is a body-on-frame SUV reputed for its exceptional… Fans of the Chevy Suburban will have to dig just a little bit deeper into… What’s New for the 2013 Kia Soul…
In-vehicle infotainment technology can transform your drive from boring and something you… Thanks in part to the Kia Forte’s popularity, the month of March… Designed to teach teen drivers how to be conscientious behind the wheel… Kia’s June 2017 sales report revealed that the manufacturer has sold a… It looks like 2017 is off to…
The Ford Flex: dead Photo: Ford Motor Company Halloween is the one night every year where the veil between the world of the living and the world of the dead is at its thinnest. This Halloween, the Ford Flex will exist on the spirit realm side of things —assuming, I guess, that crossovers have souls….
K-pop phenomenon BLACKPINK has the world’s most subscribed girl group channel on YouTube Photo: @K_POP_Amber In case you missed it, the members of the mega-popular K-pop group BLACKPINK were recently named Global Ambassadors of the Kia brand. Not only that, but Kia will serve as the title sponsor of the group’s “In Your Area” world…
We got our first glimpse of Kia’s SP2i, a completely new compact SUV which is going to be produced by at its Anantapur facility in Andhra Pradesh, India. Buy or lease? Find out the difference between the two and which is right for you We know that Kia’s SP2i is based on the SP Concept,…
Plug-in vehicles so far have generally all come in the same flavor: small passenger cars with limited electric range. However, this has been at odds with what people at large actually want to buy, which are crossovers. So, as the electric market has matured, automakers are finally, slowly introducing electron power into their ranges of crossovers….
Ah, what a good-looking car. This sentiment, echoed across the minds of people everywhere while looking at new Mazdas, is repeated once more with this: the 2016 Mazda3–a universally-loved small, quick, and nimble vehicle, available either as a sedan or as a hatchback. Mazda treats the hatchback and sedan versions of the Mazda3 as separate…
The Hyundai Accent was determined to be the vehicle most likely to be involved in a fatal crash 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…
With the end of the school year approaching, many parents are sending their kids off to college or new jobs out in the real world. Cars are an ever-popular practical, yet extravagant, graduation gift for some students. Anticipating parents’ stress levels, The New York Times published an article in April recommending several affordable vehicle options for 2018…
Fiat Chrysler is looking to provide its customers with the best technology—even if their vehicle isn’t brand spanking new. The Italian-American carmaker recently announced that over two million vehicles from the 2013-2015 model years can now update their Uconnect systems to get Siri Eyes Free capability. New and Improved: Learn more about the newest Uconnect…
I guarantee that the next movie will end with Optimus Prime delivering some kind of speech Believe it or not, it has been 10 years since the first live-action Transformers movie hit the big screen. That’s an entire decade of gratuitous slow-motion shots, robots turning into General Motors vehicles, and, of course, explosions. What’s more,…
J.D. Power has released the results of its 2022 Initial Quality Study,… As was the case in the J.D. Power Initial Quality Study, Lincoln… Ford scored the No. 4 spot overall in the J.D. Power 2019… Lincoln Motor Company scored the No. 5 spot in the J.D. Power… Ford pulled down the highest overall it…
The adorable dog from the Subaru Impreza ad, “Dream Weekend” Subaru is on a roll this year with advertisements of the emotional variety. First, the automaker launched a 2016 Forester commercial called “Making Memories,” which put us in the eyes of a father watching his daughter slowly grow up, until the time came for him…
The Mazda MX-5 Miata is a legend of the roadways. Since its introduction, the Miata has been an example of fun roadster performance, and the 2019 MX-5 Miata is the best so far. More Mazda: Explore the flagship passenger car, the 2018 Mazda6 [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata? Probably…
Barack Obama may drive the occasional 1963 Corvette and say nice things about the Chevy Bolt, but it’s clear that the real gearhead in the Obama administration is Vice President Joe Biden. The Scranton-born son of a used car salesman, Biden has demonstrated multiple times that he has a deep affection for American automobiles, and…
With a fresh new design and a much more upscale look on life, the 2018 Mazda6 is taking its place as the flagship passenger car for the Zoom-Zoom brand with impressive poise and premium amenities. Absolutely Gorgeous: Check out these stunning concept cars from Mazda [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2018 Mazda6? The 2018…
The Honda Fit e:HEV hatchback, unveiled at the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show, uses a two-motor hybrid system that works alongside its usual 1.5-liter combustion engine. According to Yasuaki Asaki, Honda’s head of power unit development, the automaker looked to its Formula 1 program for inspiration when building this new roadgoing powertrain. High Performance Driving: Honda…
Officer Jeff Davis (AKA, the “Shake it Off Cop”) sings along to the hit single by Taylor Swift Dover, Delaware police officer Jeff Davis—better known to as the “Shake it Off cop”—spent twenty years behind the badge before becoming an internet sensation. A video of Davis lip-synching to the Taylor Swift song “Shake it Off”…
When you hear the name Cadillac, two words come to most people’s minds: Style and luxury. The 2016 Cadillac ATS-V delivers on these fronts equally in both its Sedan or Coupe design and each is capable of more than 450 horsepower, 400 lb-ft of torque, and comes complete with all the interior comfort that the luxury…
The spirit leaves the car Photo: Baba Films To successfully launch a new car, you need to garner a lot of attention and interest, especially if it’s a model that’s outside of most people’s price range. What better way to generate hype than to introduce the vehicle as the headlining star of its own cinematic…
The 2020 Telluride raked in four major awards in November Photo: Kia November was an outstanding month for the award-winning Kia Telluride. The rugged SUV won a handful of accolades from some of the nation’s top organizations, including MotorTrend, Car and Driver, the Texas Auto Writers Association and Kelley Blue Book. And to top it…
Say hello to the Zoom Zoom brand’s compact passenger car, coming with good standard features and excellent driving dynamics, whether it is a sedan or a hatchback. More Mazda: The CX-5 has been named Best Mid-size Crossover for Families [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2018 Mazda3? For 2018, like other models in the brand’s…
Photo: Kia Motors When you’re searching for a new car, one of your top concerns is likely connectivity and what a vehicle offers in its digital dash. Voice command, navigation, and wireless audio streaming are some of the most desirable features for a new car, and if an automaker doesn’t offer them in its vehicles…
Moments before the lights went out to signal the start of the 2017 Chinese Grand Prix, you couldn’t have faulted any of the teams for questioning which tires to put on their cars. The track was a bit damp in some places and bone dry on others; crucially, though, it was wettest on the starting…
You’d think that he would have “absorbed” some driving skills by this point Photo: Nickelodeon Animation Studios Nickelodeon staple SpongeBob SquarePants premiered 18 years ago on July 17, 1999, easily making it one of the longest-running children’s programs of all time. If you were born the same day that SpongeBob premiered, you would officially be…
Opel continues to tease out the release of the next-generation Insignia by detailing its various advances, including announcing that it will feature next-gen IntelliLux LED lighting and that the Insignia Grand Sport will be longer, wider, and lighter. Now, Opel is detailing a bit of the Insignia Grand Sport’s development, including test drives around the…
This thing is going to look amazing getting flipped over by a pissed off T-Rex. Admit it. The 6-year-old kid in you got all excited at the news that we would be getting a fourth Jurassic Park movie—entitled Jurassic World—sometime next year. It’s been more than 20 years since Steven Spielberg and Stan Winston blew…
Memphis is located in the southern part of Tennessee, along the Mississippi River. It is known for its music, particularly blues, jazz, and rock’n’roll. Beale Street offers clubs that emerge visitors into the music styles of Memphis and restaurants where you can find soul food and barbecue. Elvis Presley, B.B. King, and Johnny Cash all…
With a sporty exterior and the performance to match, the 2016 Dodge Dart is the perfect everyday car for those consumers that love to drive. Though its segment has a lot of competition, including the Toyota Corolla and Ford Focus, the 2016 Dart easily stands its ground. Its aggressive styling, driver-focused interior, and long list…
Electric vehicles have an interesting quirk in their history. When cars were first beginning to gain in popularity, EVs were a tough competitor due to their association with women. The Great-Grandfather of the Prius Photo: Lars-Göran Lindgren Sweden They were first invented in the early 1830s, and by the turn of the century, it was…
Kia decided against spending millions on advertising to do some good Photo: Kia In February, CBS charged a record $5.25 million for a 30-second commercial during Super Bowl LII. Brands like Pepsi, M&M’s, Bud Light, and Amazon all spent ungodly amounts of money to showcase their products to beer-filled, football-watching Americans. But instead of hiring…
The 2016 Toyota 4Runner When you feel the itch for adventure in your soul, you need a car that’ll match your enthusiasm. For some, that car is likely to be the 2016 Toyota 4Runner. Combining an affordable MSRP of $33,510, a spacious interior for all your gear, and a capable, if fairly inefficient engine, the…
There’s been a lot made recently about whether or not a license plate should count as a protected forum for the exercise of free speech. While the Supreme Court determines whether it’s within a state’s rights to refuse a group its own specialty plate, there have been instances of state BMVs declining applications for personalized plates…
Mazda has come a long way since the Zoom Zoom era. It has been rapidly developing its line of SKYACTIV technology while at the same time redesigning the looks of its lineup according to its newer KODO: Soul of Motion design language and philosophy. That isn’t the only philosophy which Mazda aspires to fulfill, though….
The 2017 Mazda6 is a stylish midsize family sedan that carries a starting MSRP of $21,945. This sedan comes standard with a number of new features for the 2017 model year, but still retains its fun-to-drive nature and impressive fuel economy. Available in three unique trim levels, the new Mazda6 offers numerous standalone options, which…
Remember Adele? She first burst onto the music scene in 2008 with her album 19, full of soulful lyrics and her powerful voice. In 2011, her second album, 21, took the music world by storm, winning Adele seven Grammy awards, dominating the charts, and breaking sales records around the world. After a hiatus to take…
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