Mercedes-Benz has been one of the industry leaders in developing driverless technology Photo: © Terry Shea In an effort to find out which consumers would be most likely to purchase self-driving cars, research and software company MaritzCX conducted a survey of more 12,000 vehicle owners earlier this year and the results showed that luxury car…
The 2019 Toyota Avalon, 2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback, and 2018 Toyota Camry were the stars of the show at this year’s Texas Auto Writers Association’s (TAWA) Texas Auto Roundup, earning the top spots in the full-size car, compact car, and midsize car categories, respectively. Nearly 50 TAWA journalists evaluated the cars throughout two days of…
As more and more auto consumers continue to favor the SUV and crossover segments, there aren’t as many wagons still available on the market. However, the Subaru Outback continues to be an outlier as an affordable wagon that carries a starting MSRP in the mid-$20,000s. Each 2017 Subaru Outback boasts ground clearance of 8.7 inches…
Are you wowed by all the visible details? I sure am Photo: Volkswagen When it comes to reporting car news, nothing tops the pure visceral excitement of discussing a teaser image. What could be more enthralling than analyzing a vague, murky picture that basically reveals nothing? Well, probably a lot of things, actually. That said,…
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 a celebrity to drive one of its cars and talk about how awesome…
Last year, General Motors dominated the North American Car and Truck/Utility of the Year awards, decided by 50 journalists from the U.S. and Canada. The all-new Corvette Stingray took the high honors for the Car of the Year while the redesigned Silverado was lauded as the Truck of the Year. GM will, however, have a…
The Chrysler Foundation is looking to light a spark in young children interested in science and technology. Last week, the organization announced they would be contributing $229,000 worth of grants to support FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) teams and organizations in Arizona, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Ontario, Canada. Senior Vice…
Kennebunk Beach Photo: Fred Hsu With its beautiful coastline and impressive lighthouses, it’s no wonder why Maine is a popular tourist destination. To make the most of your relaxing road trip through the state, avoid the crowds and stay at one of these unique hotels. Take the Scenic Route: The best drives in Maine Pagett…
A month ago, I had the pleasure of driving through Pebble Beach for the first time. Through the twisting, coastline roads were only populated by golf carts and rental cars from tourists, I felt the stir of a decades of automotive history. I imagined that special weekend each year when the greens are populated with…
The BMW Championship We’re not sure what BMW has in common with golf other than that both are somewhat expensive to get into—nonetheless, BMW, the Western Golf Association (WGA), and PGA Tour have announced the automaker’s commitment as the title sponsor of the BMW Championship has been extended by five years through 2019. In addition…
The 2015 Sonic was the only Chevy model included on this year’s list from KBB.com Photo: © General Motors Every year, Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com compiles a list of the “10 Coolest Cars Under $18,000.” This year, the 2015 Chevrolet Sonic was among those vehicles included on the list. Available in sedan and hatchback versions, the…
Get ready to dive back into the wild world of vehicles named after animals In a previously published article, we discussed vehicles that derive their names from various species of animals. Iconic models like the Ford Mustang and Volkswagen Beetle often embody the characteristics of the creatures they are named after. However, there are so many vehicles…
Photo: The News Wheel When you pay for a new set of tires, the bill includes a handful of extra fees you may not recognize. Beyond the customary installation and sales tax charges, new tire purchases carry other charges like “disposal” or “recycling.” What are these mysterious tire fees you’re paying for? And who…
Britpop legend and “Volkswagen marketing manager” Robbie Williams dances in front of new VW lineup It seems like Volkswagen always hogs the best car commercials for its home country (case in point: that German TV spot in which a dubbed-over William Shatner drives an e-Golf). Now VW has launched a new European ad campaign that features…
2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 The Chevy Corvette is synonymous with speed, power, and a thrilling driving experience, and according to U.S. News & World Report, the 2019 Chevy Corvette is one of the “24 Most Comfortable Luxury Cars in 2019.” Check Out: The features of the 2019 Chevy Corvette “The priorities of luxury shoppers may…
The new 2017 Honda Accord Sport Special Edition Good Housekeeping has announced its “Best New Cars Awards for 2017” awards, among which was a Best Sedan trophy for the new 2017 Honda Accord Sport. The winners, which appear in the February issue of the magazine currently on newsstands, also include the Volkswagen Golf (Best Compact), BMW M240I…
2015 Ford Mustang makes 2015 NACOTY final ballot With today’s release of the North American Car and Truck of the Year final ballot, Ford must feel awful cozy knowing that it has a 33% chance to win North American Car of the Year and a 66% chance to win North American Truck of the Year….
Photo: Nissan Although automakers have put product launches on the backburner due to the pandemic, automotive engineers are still hard at work behind the scenes. Nissan Canada proved that by allowing its engineers to mingle with automotive journalists over a few Gran Turismo matches, all from the safety of their respective homes. Here’s what these…
The Ford Puma (left) and the Ford Puma Titanium X (right) Photo: Ford Motor Company The Ford Puma Titanium X has a name that makes you think of an old-school arcade brawler or the further adventures of a popular animated series. It’s just sort of a banger of a name, and it’s fitting that it’s…
Photo: Nathan Rupert While the new things are a must in today’s culture, holding onto your car for several years is a real luxury to have. Many people are catching onto this — especially in our nation’s capital. Lengthy car ownership in Washington D.C. is popular. In fact, the automotive research firm, iSeeCars, ranks D.C….
Enjoy the scenic views of Mississippi while staying on the right side of the law Photo: James Cheney via Pixabay If you’re planning a road trip to Mississippi, it’s important to scout out which attractions you’ll want to explore as well as where to spend the night and sample the local cuisine. It’s also a…
To simulate the excitement of an auto race on a miniature scale, you might assume that you need a lot of components–a big racing board, model cars, die, dozens of cards, and a big rule book. But, the pocket-sized Famous 500 card game proves that successful tabletop racing is more about the technique than the components. Using less…
2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Photo: Chevrolet The 2020 Corvette C8 is a stunning car. Sleek lines, sculpted edges, and an intense powertrain make the iconic car a driver’s dream. Pure automotive eye-candy, the 2020 Corvette also boasts distinct features. One of note is the “toothy” grin that emerges when the hood is popped. Learn More:…
When looking at electric cars, the one word that you see over and over is “efficient”: Look how fuel-efficient it is! Look how efficiently it uses braking energy! But which of the most efficient cars is the best at being efficient? Number 5: Mitsubishi i-MiEV Starting the list is the lightest and smallest of the…
In the first half of 2015, Volkswagen had a major victory over Toyota as it became the biggest-selling automaker in the world with 5.04 million cars sold from January to June. It was reported that VW had an internal goal of beating Toyota by 2018. If that was true, Volkswagen has achieved that three years ahead of…
Photo: Ken Lund If you find yourself driving through the Wolverine State and wondering what there is to see and do, fret not. There are plenty of weird and wacky roadside destinations across the state to enjoy. Here are four of the most unique spots to stop. Best Family Vehicle: The 2019 Ram 1500 is…
If you spend a lot of time on the road, you’re bound to get a flat tire eventually. If your vehicle’s tires have a small puncture inflicted by a rock, a nail, or some other random bit of debris, tire sealant can give you a temporary fix. Here’s a look at some of the most…
Welcome to our series, the World Cup of Cars. In this series of articles, we take a look at some of the most popular vehicles from each country competing in the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, and pit them against each other to see who will be the ultimate winner. We’ll be updating daily, so…
Finally, we know the identity of the actor who starred in Buick’s new commercial for the 2017 Envision SUV Buick quietly released a new commercial last month titled “Bringing Home More than You Expected.” The commercial has attracted lots of attention recently on YouTube, particularly from visitors who are keen to know the identity of…
We’ve been talking about Volkswagen’s shift from diesel fuel to biofuel to electric for a while now, but this week we were finally shown what VW is thinking when it comes to the future of green technology. The latest Volkswagen concept car, called simply the I.D., was unveiled at the Paris Motor Show and is meant to…
Supermodel Karolina Kurkova shows off her million dollar smile Photo: BMW via YouTube It’s not uncommon for a female model to promote a certain vehicle or the overall brand. It’s also not uncommon for that model to be used as nothing more than a pretty face and hot body to attract attention and sell cars….
In a tightly-voted ruling, the US Supreme Court has decided that the state of Texas can’t be forced to put the Confederate flag on license plates (which we have mentioned before in Georgia, and then again in Texas). The flag in question is a part of the logo of a group called the Sons of…
There is one particularly ideal situation for environmentally-conscious electric car owners: In addition to reducing greenhouse emissions by driving an electric car, you cut yourself off from a power grid often fueled by burning coal or other polluting substances by harvesting energy from the sun through roof-mounted solar panels, stored in a large battery to…
Unless you’re a graphic designer, you probably didn’t realize a lot of thought goes into auto brands’ logos. For instance, Mazda’s current badge might remind you of those simplified cartoon sketches of birds in flight. While there’s actually some truth in that observation, the influences and history of the Mazda logo are more subtle–and fascinating–than…
If superspy Sterling Archer uses Google Alerts, he’s going to be unreasonably excited whenever he wakes up from his absinthe-induced slumber and sees the news that a company called Trans Am Depot is selling 77 Smokey and the Bandit-themed Firebird Trans Am cars, all of which are autographed by Burt Reynolds himself. The limited edition…
Opel revealed that the second generation of its IntelliLux LED® lighting system will make its debut on the upcoming Opel Insignia, updating the its new technology that only just premiered on the Opel Astra to provide more comfort for those who drive in the darkness. Got a New Ride? The new car care tips you…
The islands of Key West are known for their accepting, laid-back culture. Despite over one million tourists making their way to the islands for food, sunshine, and sand every year, the islands have maintained their individual identity and offers an array of activities for the most active to the most laid-back visitor. Related: Great music…
A dude reps his cool ’16 Civic in the Honda ad “Jacket” KBB.com has released its list of the “10 Coolest Cars Under $18,000,” ranking a range of vehicles that are both affordable and relatively “hip.” Honda had more vehicles on the top ten list than any other automaker, scoring two major victories with the…
Some controversy is swirling about Grand Theft Auto V being named the most successful media title Photo: Ferino Design On September 17, 2013, Rockstar Games released the fifth installment of its popular Grand Theft Auto video game franchise for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 consoles. Grand Theft Auto V features three main characters: Franklin Clinton,…
The 2016 Toyota Prius Last week, the auto industry was hit by scandal as details emerged of Volkswagen using special software on its diesel models to cheat emissions tests. Not only could this cost VW billions in fines, but it could also turn away some of its most loyal customers who bought their turbodiesel models…
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…
The EPA has released official 2015 Cherokee mpg numbers, and it seems as though the new-for-2014 model has already seen a nice little fuel economy boost. This year, the Cherokee yields 29 mpg on the highway and 21 mpg in the city for a combined economy rating of 24 mpg. The previous model saw 28…
Cost of Admission: Variable depending on event Location: 113 Midway Dr, Sebring, FL 33870 Types of Events: Sebring 12 Hour, SVRA Vintage Classic, Club events, Open Test Days & track rental Rules: No off-road vehicles or personal golf carts, no drones, no pets, no bonfires Sebring is home to one of the oldest endurance races…
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…
People come and go from the limelight in the automotive industry like celebrities each with their 15 minutes of fame, but some names have persisted over the years and become power players in the market. If you don’t follow the inner working of the auto industry, make sure you at least know who these trade…
Following the demise of Scion and thus of the Scion iM, the lovable sporty hatchback has returned under the Toyota nameplate as the 2017 Toyota Corolla iM. Its peppy engine and spirited handling offers drivers a way to truly enjoy the road while turning heads and still getting very reasonable mileage—all at under $20,000. The…
Yesterday, Sean Suggs, the VP of administration for Toyota Mississippi, and Rita Gentry, mayor of Blue Springs, Mississippi, together unveiled plans for the Toyota-Blue Springs Water Garden and Education Park. Construction on the park will be completed on September 20, 2014, marking Toyota’s National Public Lands Day volunteer event, in which 200 – 800 volunteers…
Greensboro, North Carolina Photo: Turboknowledge Waze has become a popular navigation app for drivers everywhere. Not only does it direct you to your destination, but you can get there listening to celebrity voices like Stephen Colbert, and it’s populated by user input to let you know about delays, speed traps, and more. The navigation app…
Ford Fiesta Titanium Ford got hold to JATO Dynamics’ auto industry results for March and made an altogether shocking discovery: the Ford Fiesta was the best-selling car in Europe. “Fiesta was again our best-selling vehicle in March, making up 12% of Ford total vehicle sales. Customers continue to be attracted by Fiesta’s distinctive style, powerful but…
As the premium Genesis brand continues to set itself apart from its Hyundai roots, prepare to see its presence as a sponsor in many different places. The most recent sponsorship of automaker Genesis is the title sponsorship of the L.A. PGA TOUR tournament at The Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, California. Being renamed the Genesis Open,…
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