This 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 is on the full list of affected vehicles in the Takata airbag recall Yesterday, the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration formally demanded a nationwide Takata airbag recall, with Japanese officials following suit soon after. Since then, both Honda and Toyota have released statements encouraging an “industry-wide joint initiative to independently test…
With every passing year, the shamelessly ratings-obsessed television news station depicted in the 1976 movie Network looks less and less like satire. Similarly, each new Millennial-pandering marketing campaign that the automotive industry churns out makes Honda’s April Fool’s Day HR-V “Selfie” Edition prank seem more and more plausible… Take #ChevyGoesEmoji, the bowtie brand’s latest attempt…
LeBron James endorses the Kia K900 in new “Fit For A King” campaign Cleveland Cavaliers power forward and Hero-Turned-Nemesis-Turned-Hero-Again of Ohio LeBron James endorses the Kia K900 in a new ad (above), with more promos and TV spots set to follow. While this is certainly big news for the Korean automaker, it’s not an especially…
Whether due to low sales or an outdated design, these seven rides are on the “endangered” list. Enjoy these rides while you can before waving them goodbye in 2018. [wptab name=”#7″] Chevrolet SS 7. Chevrolet SS There are a few theories about why the Chevrolet SS (with a name that sounds more like a trim level than a…
The 2003 Toyota Corolla is one of the models affected by the Takata airbag issue The nation is currently in a grip of terror. Okay, perhaps that’s a little extreme, but many drivers are faced with vehicles equipped with airbags that could explode and send shards of metal and other shrapnel into the car. And…
Want to win a ride in an IndyCar® at the start of a race with a former champion like Mario Andretti? How about two free passes to an IndyCar race, three-day/two-night hotel accommodations, round-trip airfare for two, and a $250 American Express gift card? Yeah, we thought so. Then you’ll probably want to throw your…
Photo: Hyundai The 2021 Sonata’s advanced technologies, efficient performance, and sleek design make it a strong showcase for Hyundai’s best features. This midsize sedan has been in production since the mid-1980s — longer than any other Hyundai vehicle. However, just one year removed from a total makeover, it shows no signs of slowing down. The…
The 2004 Toyota Matrix is one of…well…lots of vehicles involved in the Takata recall Honda, Nissan, and Mazda have recalled nearly three million cars wordwide for faulty airbag deflators supplied by Takata on the condition that they could, seemingly without warning, explode. The addition of 2.03 million Hondas, 775,000 Nissans, and 159,807 Mazdas brings the…
Depending on the coverage you opt for, conventional car insurance may help you out if you’re in an accident, if your vehicle is stolen, or if it’s trashed by a natural disaster. However, if your car has a simple breakdown, most insurance won’t help you out with covering the cost of repairs. Car repair insurance,…
Photo: Chevrolet The 2022 Chevrolet Trax is an affordable crossover that is light on fancy features, but still offers enough practical amenities for families on a budget. It’s available at two trim levels: LS and LT. Both come standard with front-wheel drive, but offer available all-wheel drive. The Perks of Driving a Chevy: All about…
Waking up at 4 am, then walking six miles to work isn’t fun. That’s what I did for about two weeks after the 2002 Cadillac Seville I was driving finally broke down. Even worse, I snagged a job at one of the top companies in my area a few months ago and I didn’t want…
2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Photo: Chevrolet Some cars boast sticker prices that do not accurately reflect their value, for better or worse. Overpriced cars are easy to spot, while underpriced cars are harder to find. Unless, of course, you are looking at the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray C8 or the 2020 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS two-door…
Photo: Honda When Pierre Gasly won the 2020 Italian Grand Prix at Monza, he became the 109th winner of a Formula 1 race and the first French winner since 1996. His victory, though possible only because of an unpredictable turn of events, highlighted the 24-year-old’s impressive poise behind the wheel on his path to redemption….
Photo: Chevrolet 2020 was a rough year in many respects, but it wasn’t too bad for the Chevy Bolt. This peppy little EV managed to move over 20,000 models. And thanks to that figure, it made Chevrolet the best-selling mass-market EV brand. Here’s a look at its sales figures. Help Your Chevy Go the Distance:…
Photo: Pixabay No matter if you’re under official shelter-in-place orders or just practicing social distancing, you’re probably not driving as much as you usually are. You’re not alone, either, with the rate of car accidents dropping across the country. This means that car insurance companies are shelling out less to cover them, and some of…
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