Toyota the Most Valuable Automotive Brand in the World

Can you see yourself driving the one of the safest vehicles in its class – The 2013 Toyota Matrix Interbrand is a global consultancy firm, which annually publishes a list of the Best Global Brands.  For 2013, 14 automakers made the list, but Toyota came in at No.10, effectively making Toyota the most valuable automotive…

Top Five Road Trip Songs From Bruce Springsteen

On this day in 1975, “Born to Run” was released. It went on to sell millions of copies and become part of our national soundtrack.  It’s no secret that Bruce Springsteen loves cars, so to celebrate the song’s success, he bought a 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. As you listen to “Born to Run,” you can imagine jumping in…

Brand Boost: Hyundai's Reputation Continues to Surge, Gain Global Acclaim

Despite mixed perspectives on where the Hyundai brand is headed in the coming years, the Korean automaker continues to win over fans with its commitment to customer service. That’s why global brand specialists Interbrand have given Hyundai Motor its best reputation value ranking yet. The ongoing rise in value has been fueled by corporate social responsibility,…

Emoji Plates Invade Australia’s Highways

Photo: Personalized Plates Queensland Emojis are already in your text messages, social media posts, advertisements, and movies. Now, they’re taking over Australia’s highways. Starting March 1, Queensland drivers will be able to customize their license plates with a selection of familiar smiley faces. Offerings include “Smile,” “Wink,” “Sunglasses.” “Heart Eyes,” and “Laugh out Loud,” which…

All the Updates on the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu

Photo: Chevrolet The 2021 Chevrolet Malibu will receive a handful of updates for the latest model year. The bowtie brand’s mid-size sedan received last received a major refresh in 2019. Now, it’s getting new tech, a new color, and even a new package of optional features. Here’s a look at what’s new. Get the Most…

The 2021 Mazda CX-30 Goes Turbo

Photo: Mazda Earlier this year, we learned that the 2021 Mazda3 would be getting a new turbo engine — but it’s not the only Mazda model that’s slated to receive a little more pep in its step. The 2021 Mazda CX-30 will also be getting a 2.5-liter gas-powered turbo engine. Here’s what we know so…

Which Cars Will Be at the 2015 Chicago Auto Show?

Cars at the Chicago Auto Show When navigating the 2015 Chicago Auto Show site, we had a bit of trouble finding a comprehensive list of cars outside of a drop-down menu or individual pages. To make things a little easier for all of us, we have compiled an at-a-glance list. This list will change as we…

See Six Lost Classic Corvettes at the Chicago Auto Show

Photo: Greg Gjerdingen Over three decades ago, pop-art superstar Peter Max purchased six classic Corvettes with the intention of using them as canvases for his colorful designs. However, he never got the project rolling, and his vintage vehicles languished in various parking garages around the Big Apple. That is, until the Corvette Heroes rediscovered these…

Mazda CX-30, CX-5, and CX-9 Were Hot Sellers This September

Photo: Mazda During September 2021, Mazda North American Operations managed to move 24,045 vehicles and 5,603 CPO models. Those numbers were just marginally lower than September of 2020, but a handful of Mazda models reported stellar figures compared to last year’s sales. Here’s a look at how the Mazda CX-30, CX-5, and CX-9 ended up…

Elio Announces ePlus: My Elio My Way Customization Program

Paul Elio talks Elio Motors at the 2016 New York International Auto Show Today, at the 2016 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS), Elio Motors held a press conference in which founder and CEO Paul Elio gave automotive journalists an update on the status of his ultra-efficient, low-cost vehicle. For those unfamiliar with Elio, the…

Man in Georgia Cited for Eating While Driving

Madison Turner was given a ticket that specifically states “eating while driving” as his crime Photo source: WSB-TV Atlanta An Alabama man got more than he bargained for when he ordered a cheeseburger from the drive-thru of a McDonald’s in Marietta, Georgia. After pulling away from the fast food joint and digging into his double quarter…

You searched for Mark Fields

Ford CEO Mark Fields announced on Tuesday that the automaker will have moved all small-car manufacturing to Mexico within “the next two to three years,” which created enough of a stir in the atmosphere that it roused a hideous orange beast from its ancient slumber. Republican presidential nominee and somewhat-flesh-colored garbage bag filled with fresh…

A Lot of People Still Think Kia Sucks

Kia’s sexualized hamster is 100% done with the haters There’s an old car joke about a guy who walks into a parts store and says, “I need a gas cap for a Kia.” The owner looks up and, without missing a beat, answers, “Okay, sounds like a fair trade.” Kia used to be the punching…

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