SUVs reign supreme in the Chevy lineup If you thought that the sales trend toward SUVs and crossovers present throughout 2017 would change course at the beginning 2018, then Chevrolet’s sales report from last month is here to prove your assumption wrong. In fact, nearly every utility vehicle in Chevy’s lineup gained sales in January,…
The Chevy Malibu was first introduced in 1964 as a convertible subseries of the Chevelle. After a 14-year hiatus starting in 1983, the Malibu reentered our lives in 1997 as the sedan we all know and love today. Now in its ninth generation, the 2020 Malibu gets a couple new exterior colors as well as…
First, if you would indulge me, some mood music. In the world of plug-in vehicles, the Cadillac ELR cuts a sad and tragic figure. Introduced back in the 2014 model year, the ELR came as the luxury upgrade from the Chevrolet Volt, the carefully-prepared sushi to Chevrolet’s meat and potatoes. Careful Attention: Following these tips…
The Chevy Malibu was first introduced in 1964 as a convertible subseries of the Chevelle. After a 14-year hiatus starting in 1983, the Malibu reentered our lives in 1997 as the sedan we all know and love today. Now in its ninth generation, the 2020 Malibu gets a couple new exterior colors as well as…
Although the 2018 Cadillac ATS and CTS just have one different letter in their model names, they have some unique contrasts worth highlighting. See which option would best suit your preferences. Modern Makeover: Upgrade your Cadillac with these accessories [wptab name=’Dimensions and Performance’] 2018 Cadillac CTS Dimensions The ATS extends 182.8 inches in length, while…
The 2017 Buick LaCrosse is a full-size luxury sedan that carries a starting MSRP of $32,065. Redesigned for the 2017 model year, the new Buick LaCrosse features a more attractive exterior design and updated cabin that’s packed full of GM’s latest tech features. Key competitors of the ‘17 LaCrosse include the Chrysler 300, Toyota Avalon,…
According to a report from the Associated Press, General Motors China President Matt Tsien told attendees at a news conference during the Shanghai Auto Show that the company will begin production on a pure-electric model in China “within two years.” “In the next several years, out to 2020, we expect to launch at least 10…
You might expect to see NASCAR stars like Jeff Gordon racing across your television screen on channels like FOX Sports or ESPN, while you might not expect to see them on the Disney Channel. Nevertheless, that is precisely where Gordon is heading to in a rather unexpected role. Jeff Gordon is set to voice a character on…
The Silverado is Chevrolet’s top-selling model, so of course the brand would want to advertise the vehicle. The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado is the latest vehicle to be featured in Chevrolet’s “Real People, Not Actors” campaign. While the commercial shines a light on Chevy’s latest pickup, the Silverado itself helps shine a light throughout the area…
While Honda cars are known for their reliability and longevity, they can also be powerful and exciting. Over the years, Hollywood has chosen numerous Honda cars to appear in movies, including the following four. Your Next Car: Meet the 2017 Honda Accord Sedan [wptab name=”Pulp Fiction (1994)”] Photo: Miramax Films 1980 Honda Civic from Pulp…
We have known for some time that the Chevy Cruze was giving up its manual transmission and adding a new continuously variable transmission. However, there were a number of things we didn’t know. We didn’t know whether the CVT would be applied to the Cruze’s turbo-diesel engine, or what its fuel economy might be. Well,…
2016 Cadillac CTS Photo: © General Motors The 2016 Cadillac CTS is a mid-size sedan with a starting MSRP of $45,560. The new Cadillac CTS comes with the choice of three powerful engines and it also offers the newest entertainment options, such as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, the latter of which will be made…
Chevrolet Malibu General Motors Korea announced on Tuesday a record 180,275 vehicles sold domestically in 2016, effectively crushing the previous record of 158,404 vehicles set in 2015. GM Korea finished up 2016 with domestic sales totaling 18,313 units, achieving the best mark for the month of December in company history as well as the automaker’s…
The drivetrain of the new 2016 Chevrolet Volt Dan Nicholson, General Motors’ Vice President, Global Powertrain, will soon be taking the reins of the International Federation of Automotive Engineering Societies, and he tells Automotive News that he intends to use his standing as FISITA president to push for a new global standard for emissions testing….
Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly Photo: © General Motors General Motors has announced that it will be adding a second shift and more than 1,200 hourly and salaried jobs to its Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly plant. This move ostensibly will ostensibly double the plant’s workforce when it takes effect in early 2016. “This is the result of the award-winning vehicles…
If early signs are any indication, Koreans are eager to stylishly go green at the wheel of a Chevrolet Bolt. After being announced for South Korea in October, the new Chevy Bolt was put up for order in Korea on March 17th with an initial allotment of 400 units. According to Automotive News, that first…
The first Corvette Z06 convertible will be auctioned off at Barrett-Jackson. Barrett-Jackson is known for selling a lot of Chevrolet’s firsts. First Stingray coupe, first Stingray convertible, first Z06 coupe, and now, the first Corvette Z06 convertible. The model will be auctioned off this January at the Scottsdale auction, and we’ll give you three guesses…
The Demon’s “Performance Pages” offer real-time performance data From what Dodge has officially revealed about the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon so far, it is clear to see that this is a model built with performance in mind. The latest teaser video from Dodge further demonstrates how performance is the key factor in everything that the…
2018 Chevrolet Silverado While many consumers are aware of Black Friday deals on items like electronics, kitchen gadgets, and home appliances, only some are aware that this shopping day also brings some great deals on vehicles. Many automakers are joining the shopping craze by offering great discounts on certain vehicles. Chevrolet has just announced its…
Chevrolet delivered a total of 135,170 vehicles in January, down 1.9% year-over-year from its sales in January 2016. Retail sales totaled 103,808 units, down 4.6% year-over-year. Despite the decrease, a number of Chevrolet vehicles saw significant sales gains overall. Sales of the Cruze rose 38.9% at 19,949 units; sales of the Traverse increased 17.2% at…
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…
In the past, Lexus vehicles were known for their modest exterior designs, which some people described as bland or unexciting, but Lexus has a come a long way since then and now offers some of the most distinctive vehicles you’ll see on the road today. Take for instance the 2017 Lexus NX; while this model…
Even though Chrysler announced the 200 mid-size sedan was being discontinued, the larger 300 full-size sedan is still around and continues to serve as one of FCA’s most noticeable models. Known for its boxy exterior, available Hemi V8, and standard rear-wheel drive system, the Chrysler 300 is about as American as apple pie, but that’s…
Back in the mid-’90s, a group of some of the most influential computer technology companies in the world, including such groups as as Intel, IBM, and Microsoft, all sat down around a table (we imagine it was a very, very large table), and said to each other, “We need to stop having, like, a million…
GM CEO Mary Barra Photo: © General Motors General Motors CEO Mary Barra told USA Today last week that she believes her company is “among the leaders” in autonomous vehicle technology. Her reasoning for this bold statement has a lot to do with the continued development of Cadillac’s Super Cruise technology, but Barra also made…
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© General Motors We have good news for Android fans: the date has finally been set for Android Auto to arrive in select Chevrolet vehicles. Apple fans have been able to utilize CarPlay in most Chevy cars since June, and this week it was announced that March 2016 will be the magic month for 2016 model…
The 2016 Cadillac ELR debut has been set for November. (Pictured: 2014 ELR) ©GM Edmunds is reporting that the 2016 Cadillac ELR debut has been set for this November at the Los Angeles Auto Show. According to Cadillac’s spokesman, David Caldwell, the new ELR will be an “improved version” of the overpriced ELR we currently…
What’s New Exterior Performance Efficiency Interior Safety What’s New for the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander? For 2019, the Outlander got a good-length list of updates. To start with, Mitsubishi performed a few exterior tweaks, including a new headlight design, a new front fascia, new lower bumper skid plate, and new 18-inch allow wheels. In addition, the…
The 2016 Chrysler Town & Country brings a touch of class and luxury to the minivan segment. With a long list of features other minivans typically make you pay a premium price for, the 2016 Town & Country is exactly what you need if you don’t want to sacrifice opulence while you’re carpooling. Going on…
Blessed with incredible handling characteristics, three powerful engine options, and an available all-wheel driving system, the 2017 Cadillac CTS provides an excellent combination of sporty driving and advanced tech equipment, which makes the CTS an intriguing option in the midsize luxury car segment. The entry-level model carries a starting MSRP of $45,560, but the price…
The 2017 Porsche Macan is a compact SUV that has better performance capabilities than many sports cars. When equipped with the available 3.6-liter twin turbocharged V6 engine, the ‘17 Porsche Macan can rocket from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.4 seconds and can tow up to 4,409 pounds when equipped properly. This new compact…
Some people call the Ford Flex a wagon and others refer to it as a crossover SUV, but whatever you decide to call it, the 2016 Ford Flex offers a large number of premium features and three rows of seating, and it also comes available with an advanced all-wheel drive system. There are three trim…
The top-selling vehicle for Nissan, the Nissan Rogue features impressive and highly advanced driving technologies to assist drivers with maintaining optimum safety when behind the wheel. Drivers will appreciate the 2018 Nissan Rogue’s athletic exterior, well-designed cabin, and upgraded infotainment technology such as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility that makes staying connected easy while on the…
General Motors Canada wrapped up the first quarter of 2017 in as strong a fashion as an automaker could hope to: with its best single sales month in nine years. GM Canada’s sales rose 22.9% to 30,115 in March as all four brands enjoyed double-digit sales increases; retail sales were up 27.2% at 21,979 units,…
The 2016 Fiat 500L is a four-door hatchback featuring a starting MSRP of $19,495. The Fiat 500L offers two extra doors and two additional feet of overall length than the regular 500 compact hatchback. The 2016 Fiat 500L competes in the same segment as the Kia Soul, MINI Countryman, and Honda Fit. Looking For A…
Travolta fans counting down until Friday’s release of Gotti now have a diversion to distract them until showtime. The 1981 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham coupe featured in the movie is now for sale by Silverstone Motorcars. The original 6.0-liter V8 engine under the hood powers this iconic vehicle, which comes outfitted with tufted leather seats. Wire wheels…
What’s New Exterior Performance Efficiency Interior Safety 2017 Dodge Challenger GT AWD What’s New for the 2017 Dodge Challenger? The Dodge Challenger comes with a number of updates for the 2017 model year. First, a new all-wheel drive model dubbed the Challenger GT has been added to the lineup. The Challenger GT comes with a…
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