2015 Mazda3 5D s Touring 6MT Blue Reflex You have to admit, there are certain automotive brands whose lineups are undeniably more attractive. From the biggest to the smallest models, these brands deliver a consistent, appealing design language woven deftly throughout their lineups. Instead of only featuring one or two nice-looking vehicles alongside a dozen…
Remember that classic, soulful number “Feeling Good” by Nina Simone? No? Then maybe you know the cover by Michael Bublé off his 2005 album It’s Time, when he reinvented the song as a swanky, James Bond-esque big band piece. Or perhaps Muse’s version of it. Or George Michael’s. Needless to say, the song’s been around….
The 2016 Kia Optima is one of the many reasons Kia has increased in sales for ten months in a row February might seem bleak to some, but for Kia, everything’s coming up roses. The South Korean carmaker recently announced its February sales—and they’re quite impressive. For the month of February, Kia posted a 13%…
The 2015 Jeep Renegade was one of two FCA models named to KBB.com’s “10 Coolest New Cars Under $18,000” list Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) took home two more wins when Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com put not one but two FCA models on its “10 Coolest Cars Under $18,000” list. Among the honored vehicles were the…
This is Brian Klawiter, or as his friends know him, “Gingers Have Souls Kid All Grown Up” (Note the subtle placement of the cross necklace for extra sympathy points) Photo: FOX17 Did you kids hear about the new get-rich-quick scheme going around? Well, it looks like Grandville, Michigan’s own Dieseltec got the memo, and it…
Back in March, word broke that Mazda would be returning to Italy for Milan Design Week as a main sponsor of the Brera Design District’s Fuorisalone event. The automaker also announced plans to participate in the installation through its Mazda Design Space, a new venue which opened in February. The latest installation event, “Mazda Design:…
The new 2016 Sorento CUV Kia Motors America has announced April 2015 sales figures, with last month’s units sold totaling 53,282 vehicles. That number represents the second-best April total in the Korean automaker’s history, and an overall 4.1% sales increase in year-to-date sales. All but three of the vehicles in Kia’s lineup were actually down…
Introducing the all-electric Kia Futuron SUV Coupe Photo: Kia As of late, many automakers have been introducing — or hinting at the arrival of — an all-electric SUV to their lineups. Ford has its Mustang-inspired SUV debuting later this month while rumors have been swirling around Cadillac creating an all-new, all-electric model for 2022. But…
Mazda‘s long-awaited compact crossover SUV (also referred to as a mini-ute) debuted at the LA Auto Show in November 2014 and has been in production for a 2016 model year release. The automaker has released details on this exciting little brother to the popular CX-5. The 2016 Mazda CX-3 is the premiere of the compact…
Ford celebrated 10 million Mustangs by getting 60 Mustang owners together to write out the number in the Flat Rock Assembly Plant parking lot Ford introduced the world to the Ford Mustang in 1964, and the connection with performance enthusiasts was instantaneous. Exuding cool charisma and raw power, the Mustang was an instant classic that…
Nissan cars are popular around the world, from its home country of Japan to here in the United States. Like every mainstream automaker, Nissan has seen its fair share of discontinued models over the years—some that are sorely missed, others that we were relieved to say goodbye to. Here are three discontinued Nissan models whose…
The Toyota RAV4 is good for many things—traversing the road less travelled, hauling the kids to and from school, helping your BFF move house… but you probably never considered the RAV4 to be a particularly tasty vehicle. (At least we hope not.) Well, these Russian dogs beg to differ. The video, which was discovered by…
Nissan GT-R NISMO Just last month, the GT Academy team placed fifth overall and second in its class at the Dubai 24 Hours endurance race. While you were sitting in your frigid apartment, bundled up under four layers of blankets, burning fragments of an old pizza box in the sink for warmth, these drivers were racing…
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…
If you have been itching to go fully electric with your next auto purchase, but you can’t wait for the Chevy Bolt, Tesla Model 3, or Ford Model E (which may actually just be the crossover that Ford has already confirmed), then there is an affordable solution sitting right there in front of you. According…
The 2016 Jeep Cherokee raises the bar in the small crossover segment. In fact, it’s so unique that it might as well have its own class. With Jeep’s typically rugged styling, a number of new features not seen on the 2015 Cherokee, and the allure of the brand’s off-road capability, the 2016 Cherokee distinguishes itself…
2016 Mazda6 Back in 2012, Mazda debuted the flagship sedan for its new generation of vehicles, infused with a SKYACTIV engine and KODO-Soul of Motion design. Now that it’s 2016, Mazda presents, updated, its flagship: the 2016 Mazda6, stuffed with more greatness than ever before. The 2016 Mazda6 comes in three different trim levels: i Sport,…
Kia at SEMA: the 2014 SEMA Show Ballast Point Sedona SX Limited (AKA, the 2014 Kia Beermobile) Last month, we shared with you a short teaser video from Kia that showed a 2015 Kia Sedona being modified with the addition of foldable wood panels to the vehicle’s rear. The clip was released with the promise,…
The NFL is very, very strict about people using their copyrighted logos, so instead we used a picture of a real falcon (which, for all we know, could actually be from Atlanta) During their home opener at the Georgia Dome on September 7, 2014, the Atlanta Falcons hosted their fierce rival, the New Orleans Saints,…
The 2014 Kia Optima The results are in, and Kia’s February sales numbers are looking pretty good despite the majority of the automotive industry enduring a slump. Kia reports a total of 41,218 vehicles sold during February, led by the Optima midsize sedan with total sales of 11,226, and the completely redesigned Kia Soul, selling…
The “Imagine by Kia” concept was unveiled in Geneva Photo: Kia Motors The 2019 New York Auto Show is just nine days away, with the press getting a first glimpse at the concepts and new vehicles to be unveiled. Having been incredibly active at this season’s auto shows and already debuting multiple concept vehicles, all…
Although official January sales figures don’t come out until tomorrow, GM is already bragging about the 2015 Chevy Colorado’s success in Los Angeles, where more units have been sold than in any other city to date. Partially thanks to that big boost from the City of Angels, the Colorado has now surpassed the Nissan Frontier…
The Kia Sorento Ski Gondola at SEMA Kia has always been a pioneer of wacky but innovative concepts brought to SEMA shows in Las Vegas. From the YouTube branded Kia Soul in 2014 to the Kia Sedona Beermobile in 2015, there is always something to look forward to from the Korean automaker. This year, they…
The 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF will arrive at U.S. dealerships late next month, carrying a slightly increased starting price to accommodate for its many improvements. Mazda announced on Monday that the hardtop Miata will carry a starting MSRP of $32,345 for the SKYACTIV-MT transmission-equipped MX-5 Club, up $435 from the starting price of the…
The Mazda CX-3 is the brand’s smallest crossover, combining the versatility of the lineup’s SUVs with the refinement that Mazda brings to all of its vehicles. Helpful Hint: A CPO vehicle can get you some serious benefits [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2018 Mazda CX-3? For 2018, the CX-3 gets two big brand-specific features:…
Subaru’s lineup of vehicles may not be as gargantuan as some other leading automakers, but each of its entries earns acclaim for craftsmanship and quality. The Crosstrek, the brand’s smallest SUV, is based on the underpinnings of the Impreza but gets a wealth of driving and body upgrades that make it an excellent ride for…
The Mazda Miata is already the top-selling roadster ever made, but the Japanese automaker decided to add a new spin to the vehicle for the 2017 model year. One year after introducing the fourth-generation version of its soft-top convertible, Mazda is bringing the RF model to the United States. The RF stands for “Retractable Fastback,”…
Among all of Mazda’s vehicles, the CX-5 is king. Boasting a fresh, complete redesign for 2017 and the most sales of any Mazda in North America, the CX-5 stands as the pinnacle of the brand’s engineering. [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2017 Mazda CX-5? Everything. For this model year, the CX-5 was overhauled,…
Back once more for the 2017 model year, Mazda brings us its subcompact crossover, the stylish CX-3. Let’s Have Some Fun: Check out the newest Miata, the MX-5 RF [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2017 Mazda CX-3? The 2017 Mazda CX-3 is only in its second model year, so carries over unchanged. New for…
The 2017 Fiat 500L is considered a large vehicle in the automaker’s lineup of usually small cars and is perfect for driving around the city or taking the family on an adventure. Its funky styling and varying color options truly make it stand out among others. This four-door hatchback has a starting MSRP of $20,995 for…
The Corvette Stingray’s LT1 Small Block 6.2-Liter V8 ©GM For the second year in a row, the Corvette Stingray’s LT1 Small Block 6.2-liter V8 has been named to WardsAuto’s 10 Best Engines list. The engine debuted last year in the 2014 Corvette Stingray but has continued to garner attention in the 2015 model. “This recognition…
As the official partner of the FIFA World Cup Brazil™ this year, Kia is launching a six-episode TV series called Kia’s Road to Rio that traces comedians—and super football fans—Mark Watson and Henning When as they travel through South America, from Uruguay to host country, Brazil. (Of course, by football, we mean soccer, or as…
2016 Mazda CX-5 Here’s another milestone for the Mazda Motor Corporation: in April, the cumulative production of the CX-5 passed 1 million units, only three years and five months since its start back in November, 2011. At its beginning, the CX-5 was a new core model for the Mazda brand in the expanding crossover SUV…
The 2016 Soul (pictured above) won its segment in the 2016 AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Awards, along with the 2016 Optima and 2016 Sedona Kia Motors America has been growing in popularity over the past few years, quickly becoming the hot shot brand in the American market. Gone are the days where the South Korean carmaker’s…
Where do models like the Kia Rio get their names? Kia has a long lineup of diverse vehicles, from family SUVs to high-class performance cars. Kia’s models also carry some of the most unique and recognizable names on the market, whereas many competitors have relegated their naming schemes to arbitrary combinations of letters and numbers….
The Mazda Miata 25th Anniversary Edition was unveiled this morning at the New York International Auto Show. It’s hard not to feel a little bit disappointed by the fact that Mazda didn’t break out a brand new Miata (although we did get a peek at its chassis, which is still pretty nice). Mazda didn’t totally…
The 2016 Kia Optima (pictured above) was named on the 10 Best Family Cars of 2016 list along with the 2016 Kia Soul Parents across the United States will be happy to know that if they choose a Kia model, they’re making the right choice for their family. The 2016 Kia Optima and 2016 Kia…
Every child wants a shot at playing the game that he or she loves, but video games will only get one so far. This is why Chevrolet — the official vehicle of Major League Baseball — has offered young Major League contenders the chance to play America’s national pastime. Comerica Park: Displays two Chevy vehicles…
Geez, Mazda is having one seriously critically-acclaimed year, thanks to its newly designed KODO-Soul of Motion lineup. This fact is never more true than in the cases of the 2016 MX-5 Miata and the 2016 Mazda3, as Car and Driver has joined the award-bestowing crowd by naming the MX-5 and Mazda3 to its 10Best award…
The 2015 Optima, which fueled 2014 Kia sales While many of us may have woken up on New Year’s day with regrets about the decisions we made in 2014 (or, at the very least, the night before), Kia Motors America probably doesn’t need to make many resolutions for 2015. That’s because, according to new 2014…
“Back to the Future” helped make the DeLorean an Icon, but it also showcases tons of beautiful Chevrolet vehicles that set the scene and sell the timeframe. While everyone is still in shock over the biggest blunder in the history of award show mix-ups, I’m over here fangirling from the presence of an iconic vehicle…
Mazda has been the recipient of a large number of awards for some time for its vehicles’ style and fun-to-drive performance. Now, though, it can clear off two very prominent spots in the trophy case, as Kelley Blue Book has announced that Mazda is the publication’s choice of two 2018 Brand Image Awards, for “Best…
Looking for wedding ideas? We have some high-octane suggestions… Photo: Selbe Lynn via CC Marriages are about the lifelong union of two souls…weddings are about celebrating the beginning of that journey and how happy everyone is for you. So naturally you want a wedding that reflects both partners’ personalities and interests. If you’re a gearhead, there…
Every automaker follows common patterns and attributes when designing its vehicles so that each entry in its lineup possesses a shared, unifying theme. While some characteristics are more overt, like a uniform grille shape, others are more conceptual. Take, for instance, the Kia brand. While some automakers are set in their ways, sticking to the…
Genre: Documentary Directors/Producer: Damon Ristau Publisher: Chassy Media Publication Date: December 13, 2016 Subjects: Ewan McGregor, Randy Carlson, Jason Torchinsky, Andrea Hiott, Tory Alonzo, Jason Willenbrock, Daniel Liedtke, Heini Wanzke, Corky Lord, Jerry Lord Website: http://chassymedia.com This month, I had the great opportunity to view a new documentary, The Bug: Life and Times of the People’s…
The Mazda CX-5 crossover comes with lots of new equipment for the 2017 model year Most people have heard the phrase, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it’, but it seems like Mazda is unfamiliar with this saying because it’s made a whole lot of changes to its CX-5 crossover, which just so happens to…
Mazda released details on the 2017 Mazda3 this month to coincide with its release in Japan, where it is better known as the Mazda Axela, and its launch in the United States later this fall. Aesthetically speaking, there isn’t much different with the 2017 model compared to the previous iterations of the KODO: Soul of…
Last year in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, I wrote a list of which 2016 vehicles are offered in factory-painted shades of green–and the response I received was overwhelming. Many readers not only read the article but voiced their appreciation that someone else out there was disappointed in the lack of green color options on…
Fresh from getting a new look in 2016, the Mazda CX-9 comes back, mostly the same, for the 2017 model year, still helping the brand to ratchet its way up-market. If You Like the CX-9: Then you may like the CX-5 [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2017 Mazda CX-9? Since the CX-9 just received…
Car lovers and old-timers will undoubtedly recognize Fort Wayne, Indiana for its manufacturing history and GM assembly plant. Having overcome many economic troubles over the twentieth century, Fort Wayne has reinvented itself as a family-friendly town with a wide variety of arts and entertainment highlights for those in its suburbs. Grand Rapids is the…
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