At this week’s New York International Auto Show (NYIAS), Volkswagen will unveil their new Golf SportWagen concept for the first time in North America. The SportWagen concept features such advancements as a 4MOTION® all-wheel drive system and the EA288 TDI Clean Diesel engine, and stands as a taste of what is to come in 2015…
The 2019 Volkswagen Golf R will feature a choice of five standard colors and 40 custom color options Photo: Volkswagen Buyers of the 2019 Golf R will have a very colorful decision to make. Thanks to the Volkswagen Spektrum Program, Volkswagen Golf R buyers will have a choice among 40 custom order colors as well…
The 2015 VW Golf R pre-order begins Thursday, January 8, 2015 The high-performance R member of Volkswagen’s acclaimed Golf family will be arriving at US dealerships in the first quarter of 2015, but those who want to guarantee ownership will get a chance to do so in less than two weeks from now. The 2015…
You know what would make golf so much better? Hovercrafts. Hovercrafts. Yeah, I said it. Hear me out. I love golf. You love golf. Sure, it’s not the most exhilarating sport, nor is it the easiest in which to become even marginally skilled, never mind the nigh-impossibility of mastering it. But there’s an intangible quality. …
2015 Golf GTI Pricing has been announced Come one, come all! If you’re looking for a 210-horsepower hot hatch that makes the most of German engineering, then you’re gonna want to read this. Volkswagen has announced 2015 Golf GTI pricing, which starts at a base MSRP of $24,395 for the S trim with the six-speed manual…
Audi’s legendary five-cylinder engine is nearing the end of its life. The turbocharged 2.5-liter, long celebrated for its distinct character and performance, will disappear from the lineup within the next two years, marking the close of an era that began nearly five decades ago.
BYD overtook Tesla in 2024 to become the global leader in electric vehicles. Behind this success lies a contested model: hidden debt, quality concerns, and heavy reliance on subsidies. Industrial triumph or global risk?
The Takata airbag scandal has affected millions, linking defective airbags to injuries and fatalities.
We’re well into the third day of the Round of 16, and it’s time for Germany and Algeria to meet at Estadio Beira-Rio in the town of Porto Algere. The winner of this match will go onto the quarter finals to face the winner of the earlier France-Nigeria game. The Germans might have superstars like…
2017 Dodge Charger RT Even countries that speak the same language can face a serious language barrier, and if you’re headed to Britain, you might want to brush up on some automotive terms so that your luggage doesn’t end up sitting out on the curb instead of being stowed securely in the “boot.” (That’s the…
The most truck truck to have ever trucked? You be the judge Photo: Ford Oh, this is gonna be good. The all-electric Ford F-150 Lightning has been revealed, and it’s all kinds of nuts. We’re talking Harlan Pepper naming everything from peanuts to natural, all-natural white pistachio nuts levels of nuts. Ford’s Killing the EV…
Photo: Pxhere For many states in the U.S., winter means frigid temperatures and increased cloud cover. Escape winter’s chill when you roadtrip to one or more of these balmier destinations this season. New Horizons: The style, strengths, and tech perks of the 2020 XT6 Biloxi, MS Located in Mississippi, Biloxi boasts mild winter temperatures that…
You know the Bronco Sport is cool because goats wanna hang with it Photo: Ford Kelley Blue Book is pretty good at taking that intangible idea of being cool and putting a value on it. KBB’s Coolest Cars list is a trusted standard for measuring the innate coolness of new rides year after year. And…
AutoPacific has released its annual 2015 Vehicle Satisfaction Awards, with Honda taking… Honda announced today that the 2015 Fit, Accord, and CR-V have all… The 2015 Honda Fit has received a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating from… While it doesn’t quite compare to Chevy’s haul, Honda is sill proud… Green Car Journal has selected the 2015…
2022 Hyundai Veloster N at the track, where is where you should be doing your speeding. Photo: Hyundai Most people have heard that certain car colors, such as red, can raise insurance premiums because they are more eye-catching and associated with speed. But how does the car model you drive affect the likelihood of getting…
The 2015 GMC Canyon Is the Autoweek Best of the Best/Truck for 2015. ©GM Just today, the all-new 2015 GMC Canyon was selected as the Autoweek Best of the Best/Truck for 2015 because of its stunning design, useful features, utility, and, of course, that “perfect size.” Related: GMC Canyon Is Perfectly Built at Wentzville Assembly…
To stir up excitement about the next generation of the popular Elantra… Hyundai’s striving to appeal to all types of sports fans through its… Looking for a new car this summer? Before you go browsing the… THIS GIVEAWAY HAS CLOSED If you’re a fan of feminine topics and news… Much like Edward Cullen, Twilight just won’t…
When 2020 began (that was only just over four months ago, though… Due to the dangers surrounding COVID-19, most car production factories around the… When most car manufacturers take their yet-to-be unveiled vehicles out for a… The current COVID-19 pandemic has affected countless lives and businesses over the… When it comes to modern Volkswagen vehicles,…
General Motors enjoyed strong U.S. sales in the second quarter, reporting 696,086… GMC Announced that the 2022 Hummer will use Google Infotainment Services. This opens up several interesting possibilities for Android users.… When you’re shopping for a car, you’re hit with tons of names, only a fraction of which make sense. Here’s what I think…
The IIHS is a nonprofit scientific organization with the goal of saving lives. Photo: Michael Noirot The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has completed its summer tests and has awarded ten new vehicles with the distinction of either being a Top Safety Pick or Top Safety Pick Plus. The IIHS tests vehicles on the level…
Photo: Ford Motor Company The South Africa National Team returned victorious to its home country in March after a record showing in the Special Olympics Summer World Games. The team arrived in Johannesburg with 62 medals in tow, including 35 gold, 15 silver, and 12 bronze. Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa pledged the very…
Volkswagen reported its November sales report, which includes impressive performances from the Atlas, Tiguan, Jetta, and e-Golf.… The next generation of the Jetta compact sedan has arrived, offering great… Making its world debut at the North American International Auto Show, the… What’s New for the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta TDI For the 2014 model… What’s New…
One of today’s World Cup hot matches is France vs. Honduras. There’s no telling who could come out on top on the field, but how about on the road? In this World Cup of Cars segment, we’ll delve into two automobiles, one representing France and the other Honduras, to determine which country will come out…
Photo: Chevrolet Whether you have a brand-new car or one that’s been well loved, taking good care of your ride can help prolong its lifespan to maximize your investment. Keeping up with regular maintenance tasks like oil changes and tire rotations are only part of what you need to do to ensure that your vehicle…
The 2015 Lexus CT200h: ideal for doing bro stuff in Vegas, bro So here’s a news flash: the folks at Lexus really, really do not like EVs. Not only has Lexus said on multiple occasions that it will never stoop so low as to make an electric vehicle, but the company has also put together…
2015 Volkswagen e-Golf At the Management Briefing Seminar earlier in the month, Volkswagen announced that it will be working with 3Degrees to offset the emissions created in the production, distribution, and driving of their e-Golf and Audi’s A3 Sportback e-tron (due later this year). In order to accomplish this, they will be purchasing carbon offsets…
As 2020 continues, the list of auto industry delays and cancelations continues… Audi’s E-Tron family of electric vehicles is beginning to take shape. The… Things are moving fast at Volkswagen. The company’s push to embrace the… If you’ve been keeping up with Volkswagen lately, you’ll know that big… To say that the auto industry has…
The 2015 Genesis will be featured at the 13th Annual Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational. Hyundai has announced that it will be the Official Vehicle of the 13th Annual Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational. This year, the Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational will be held at the Shadow Creek Golf Course in Las Vegas, Nevada, from April 3…
With a starting price of $35,900, the GR Corolla is a strong competitor to cars like the Subaru WRX STI, Honda Civic Type R, and Volkswagen Golf R… The Chevy Corvette offers a range of power and a style that… Sports cars may seem like an expensive and impractical pick for most… The Bend is…
Each year, eco-conscious organization Green Car Reports announces its list of contenders… The 2018 Honda Civic Type R and 2018 Honda Accord have each… Man, the Chevy Bolt is having a good week. First, I find… While the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata features 12 fewer horsepower than last… With a 0-to-60 time of 3.7 seconds…
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…
Photo: Nissan The adventurous Nissan Pathfinder is new for the 2022 model year. It’s been 35 years since the Pathfinder first hit the road, and it was 2017 the last time it got a full makeover. Sure, it’s gotten a few special editions, but it’s due for a fresh new look. And for the latest…
This year was one of the best yet for green cars, especially those that get energy from a plug. So, to celebrate twelve months of progress, these are my top six picks for the best plug-in vehicles of the year. [wptab name=’Toyota Prius Prime’] We start the list with a recent addition to the plug-in…
It was announced two weeks ago that the 2013 Hyundai Veloster was the winner… At work, I’ve been doing everything I could to be recognized as… It was nearly 8 o’clock, and Marci and I had been on… The day was nearly over when we finally arrived at the Toyota… Marci and I were teasing ourselves when…
Those who aren’t part of the world of golf probably haven’t heard… If the rousing sales numbers for the 2015 Genesis weren’t enough to… Safety is no longer an option in vehicles. With safety regulations getting… During last week’s premiere of Legends on TNT, starring the perpetually-expendable Sean Bean,… For 2015, the ever-popular Genesis coupe will…
Photo: Toni Reed Despite the pandemic, Halloween in Ontario isn’t canceled. The Heartland Province offers plenty of ways for you to celebrate the season from the safety of your vehicle. Fall Doesn’t Have to be a Chilling Experience: The 2020 Lexus NX offers coziness and comfort This family-friendly drive-thru takes a different approach to…
“Hi, I’m Vince Megna, and I might actually be some kind of functional psychopath.” UPDATE: Tesla has issued a response. Full disclosure: I had never heard the name Vince Megna until earlier this afternoon when I read an article about his movement to file a lemon lawsuit against Tesla on Jalopnik. Megna is the self-proclaimed “King…
We’ve all been there. You run into Target to grab a bottle… If you plan on venturing to a Target store sometime over the… Volkswagen has released a new video (below) promoting the 2015 Golf through… After two years of faithful service to General Motors, Brad Maiorino will… It was announced last week that General…
Toyota’s global best-seller, the Corolla What we are about to tell you is probably not surprising, but bear with us and try to act shocked. So far this year, the Toyota Corolla is holding its own as the best-selling model in the world. Yep, the entire world. The reason this shouldn’t come as much of…
Buying a previously owned car is a great way to get the… Purchasing a pre-owned vehicle is becoming more and more expensive. In this… Buying a used car can save you a lot of money on… It is important to be careful when you are shopping for a… When you decide to shop for your…
Chevrolet is continuing to market its small cars to Millennial buyers with… So here’s a news flash: the folks at Lexus really, really do… Volkswagen has released a new video (below) promoting the 2015 Golf through…
Back in May when Nissan announced the Pulsar for Europe, we mused… Typically Belgian things include fries with mayonnaise, waffles, beer, and statues of… After an exciting weekend of football, the first match of the week…
2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Photo: Chevrolet The new Corvette has arrived, and it’s loaded with striking good looks, impressive stats, and a plethora of customization options. You’ll soon be able to get behind the wheel of a C8 Corvette Stingray. The model is about to enter production at the iconic Bowling Green Assembly Plant, and…
Spike Feresten, whose “Car Matchmaker” returns for a third season on Esquire this Wednesday night Although he hosted Talkshow with Spike Feresten for three years on Fox, Spike Feresten made his biggest contributions to the entertainment industry while working behind the camera. As a television comedy writer, Spike has few equals, with a resume that…
Meet the new VW brand ambassador Photo: Volkswagen In the FIFA Women’s World Cup semi-final match between the U.S. and England yesterday, birthday girl and U.S. forward Alex Morgan headed the ball into the back of the net, past the England keeper, scoring the game-winning goal. The camera panned to many young fans cheering for…
Curse of the Escalade? Bruce Jenner just latest celeb to find trouble in luxe SUV https://t.co/mOJZlzlUMC (AP photo) pic.twitter.com/bEejJ1bb9W — USA TODAY (@USATODAY) February 9, 2015 This past Saturday, former Olympian Bruce Jenner was involved in a tragic multicar accident in Malibu that resulted in the death of a 69-year-old woman. In a somewhat unusual…
2018 Volkswagen Passat GT Special Model Photo: Volkswagen 2018 marks the year of an enhanced, limited-edition model of the Volkswagen Passat. Debuting at the North American International Auto Show, the 2018 VW Passat GT Special Model reflects a transformation of the beloved model with approximately 20 sporty upgrades inside and out. The 2018 Passat GT…
This whole frame is a lie We’ve seen all the ads from VW promoting its clean diesel engines that are fuel efficient while limiting emissions. Sounds like a win for drivers who want to switch to diesel without polluting the atmosphere, right? Wrong. Remember what your mother used to say: If it sounds too good to…
At this point, fans of Rick and Morty are probably more obsessed with the Szechuan sauce than Rick actually is Photo: Adult Swim Depending on who you ask, Rick Sanchez of the Adult Swim hit show Rick and Morty is either one of the most complicated characters in cartoon history or simply a man obsessed with…
The Volkswagen e-Golf charging at the 2014 NAIAS Photo: The News Wheel Buying a used car has become a great way to save money on your next ride. The pre-owned market is full of quality-condition used vehicles priced well below their original full price — and shoppers have learned how to spot good deals vs….
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