Photo: Nissan The 2024 Nissan Kicks proves that you don’t have to sacrifice style when you’re shopping for an affordable new compact SUV. Its eye-catching design is complemented by high-tech amenities and exceptional fuel economy. The 2024 Nissan Kicks is available at three trim levels: S, SV and SR. The Kicks stands out from the…
Photo: Lexus Have you ever looked at Santa’s sleigh and thought “Man, that could really use a spindle grille”? If you have, you’re apparently operating on the same galaxy-brain wavelength as Lexus Canada. Go Green for the New Year: Check out Lexus hybrid models Photo: Lexus To celebrate the holiday season, Lexus Canada set its…
According to research conducted by R.L. Polk, the average age of vehicles on U.S. roads is 11.4 years. If you want your car to reach its 11 year anniversary, however, you need to maintain it. While you can always take it to the dealer, there are other, more cost-effective ways to maintain your car. Wash…
Last night, millions of baseball fans tuned into FOX to witness one… Back in April, we reported that Jay Ward, the creative director of… Do you ever have one of those moments where you realize that,… Honda is getting back to its roots with a new ad for… To even recognize the name “George Lazenby,”…
GM Fuel Cell Car (Photo: Siemans) You may remember about a decade ago when fuel cell technology was all the rage and automakers were touting it as the fuel of the future. Then, the economy came to a stop and so did the fuel cell cars—at least most of us thought it had. Now that…
Photo: INFINITI The 2024 INFINITI QX60 proves that you don’t have to sacrifice style and luxury for family-friendly utility. This upscale three-row SUV delivers the latest tech features, stylish good looks, and advanced safety innovations. Here’s what the INFINITI QX60 does to revitalize your daily commute. On the outside, the INFINITI QX60 features a smooth,…
Photo: Kia In early 2021, Kia officially retired the “Sedona” minivan name and introduced the revamped Carnival Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV). The new Kia Carnival was slated as a more premium option for parents who wanted to experience luxury in their family hauler. To compete with other hybrid minivans like the Toyota Sienna and the Chrysler…
The Sauber and Renault Formula One teams have unveiled their 2018 season challengers, the C37 and the RS-18, respectively. Both teams will have high hopes for the upcoming championship. Sauber, firmly the last-place team in 2017, reintroduced Alfa Romeo to the sport via a new title sponsorship. It hired a new, promising driver and will…
The day has come. Americans across the nation will ditch work an… We’re well into the third day of the Round of 16, and… In the second match of the day, and the fourth match in… Colombia and Uruguay have both made it through the first round of… The Round of 16 gets underway today…
Every state legally requires drivers to have auto insurance, so it’s an unavoidable expense that comes along with car ownership. Naturally, you don’t want to spend any more on insurance than you have to. But are there drawbacks that come with opting for the cheapest discount car insurance? Here’s a look at some common cons…
If you’ve been feeling down because your “old” Kia doesn’t offer Apple… While some people have made (and in many cases, already broken) New… Another holiday season has come to a close, and so too has… There are a lot of automotive figures from 1991 that motorists would… To paraphrase Boyz II Men, it’s so…
With 2020 just beginning, the year’s first major auto shows are kicking… Honda will present a new Augmented Driving Concept at 2020 CES, which… As the all-electric and self-driving vehicle markets continue to explode, Volkswagen is investing in companies that will help them own the future.… At the 2019 SEMA Show, many new Chevrolet components…
The 2014 Versa Note was one of the 10 Tech-Savviest Cars Under $20,000 The surefire way to the millennial car-buyer’s heart is through technology. In order for a new car to really grab younger buyers, they need to be able to do quite a bit more than their old 1997 Mercury Tracer ever could. It’s…
The 2015 Volkswagen Golf family, left to right: the Golf TSI, GTI, and TDI Awards-season has been kind to the Golf. First, Yahoo Autos gave their Car of the Year Award to the GTI. Then, a week later, Green Car Reports bestowed their Best Car to Buy title upon the rest of the Golf family….
This is what it would look like if Malibu Barbie came from… While its production version still hasn’t been revealed, another new 2015 Honda… Want to know why the Silverado is such a great truck? Because…
Photo: Chevrolet The 2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer is a budget-friendly small SUV that doesn’t skimp on customization and convenience. From its versatile interior to its sporty good looks, here’s a glance at what it has to offer. Ready for a New Ride? Shop for a Chevrolet Trailblazer Photo: Chevrolet The 2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer features rugged styling…
In the second match of the day, and the fourth match in the Round of 16, the Netherlands will take on Mexico at Estadio Castelao in Fortaleza, Brazil. The Netherlands has so far has an impressive World Cup, beating reigning champions Spain 5-1 in their very first match, and then going on to defeat Australia…
Update 2/28: As of today, the Geneva Motor Show is officially canceled. We… About a year and a half ago, Honda unveiled a delightfully futuristic… This year, the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport celebrates its 10th anniversary. Heading into… Lexus has revealed an entirely new vehicle for the luxury crossover market at… So you already knew that Ford would…
The American Honda Civic Type R is one automotive enthusiast dream that shall be deferred no longer—on March 26, 2017; the hot hatch will officially (finally!) land on US soil. After making its world debut earlier this month at the Geneva Motor Show, the first production Civic Type R to ever come to America will…
The Gigafactory could serve to make Tesla cars the most American-made. When you think of American-made vehicles, you think of muscle cars, burly pickups, and the Canyonero. There are a great many American brands that have emigrated a good deal of their sourcing and manufacturing operations overseas and just as many foreign brands who have…
The investment will go toward creating or expanding production lines for four-cylinder engines with options for hybrid-electric vehicles… The automaker says that about 3.5 trillion yen will go toward research and development while the remaining 1.5 trillion yen will be focused on investments… The automaker estimates that by the time TMMK is fully prepared for…
Kia has come a long way since 1944 For more than 50 years, Kia has produced millions of vehicles — some of which are still being driven today in places like India, Mexico, Europe, and America. But have you ever wondered how Kia got its start? You probably know the brand is originally from South…
Photo: IONNA Last year, seven global automakers — BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, and Stellantis — announced the formation of a new joint venture that would add 30,000 new electric vehicle charging stations across North America. This month, they finally announced the name of this venture — IONNA — as well as additional…
Photo: Kelly via Pexels Because black colors absorb heat and white colors reflect it, common intuition says that black cars get hotter in the sun. But what does science have to say about it? Do black cars truly get hotter? As you might have expected, the answer is yes. But you might be surprised to…
Photo: Toyota Using data from its annual auto surveys, Consumer Reports put out its first-ever ranking of the most reliable used cars, and the result is exactly what you’d expect: Toyota at the top, American brands at the bottom. Sometimes, science simply tells us what we already know. CR focused on a sample of about…
After writing my last Formula One article it occurred to me that to the uninitiated, the topic of Formula One teams and engine suppliers may be confusing. For instance, McLaren recently agreed to part ways with Honda and get their engines from Renault instead, starting in 2018. As a result, Renault will stop supplying Toro…
Photo: Alden Jewell Picture a summer road trip in the ’90s — the image isn’t complete without a wood-paneled station wagon, like the Buick Roadmaster. It was GM’s valiant attempt revive the boxy old “estate cars” of the ’50s and ’60s, but alas, it was drowned in a sea of minivans and those newfangled things…
You see automotive emblems adorning the grilles and trunks of vehicles every day, but do you ever wonder where they come from? The latest study in our Behind the Badge series uncovers the fascinating story of the Lexus name and its connection to the Lexus logo. Read on to learn something new about your favorite…
Photo: Honda Max Verstappen won the 2022 Japanese Grand Prix and in the process scored his second consecutive Formula 1 World Championship title, joining legends the like of Jim Clark, Alberto Ascari, and Fernando Alonso. But in true F1 fashion, nobody was quite sure whether the young Dutchman would be crowned champion until several minutes…
Photo: All vehicle images above are attributed to their respective OEMs Are you looking for a new car, truck, or SUV in a unique color? Green exterior paint is a great way to stand apart from the abundance of vehicles on the road in gray, silver, black, or white. A few years ago, I predicted…
Photo: Japan Patent Office Mazda is all about dynamic driving, so it’s no shock that the rising-star automaker is patenting plans for a new engine and transmission. Check Out These Fuel-Efficient Mazda Models: Calculate your fuel savings Photo: Japan Patent Office A recent patent application revealed that Mazda intends to produce an inline-six engine that’s…
Photo: Toyota An annual report by the Intellectual Property Owners Association shows Toyota secured 2,667 patents in 2023. This put it 7th in the overall rankings, just ahead of Google and Apple, and well in the lead of all other automakers. Here’s how the other automakers in the top 300 stack up, for comparison: 7….
As soon as you drive a car off the dealership lot, it starts losing value — that is, unless you bought a Toyota AE86 between 1984 and 1987. This unassuming car, also known as a Toyota Corolla Sprinter, has become a cult icon among street racers, drifting enthusiasts, and anime fans alike. To see why…
Photo: Jenda Kubeš via Pexels The biggest Formula 1 regulation change of the decade is on the horizon. New engines, smaller cars, and new competitors are all coming in 2026, promising a major shakeup that could spice up the sport as it continues to grow its presence worldwide and particularly in the United States. So…
In recent years, Mazda has been making an upscale push. Its Dream Bigger ad captures those lofty goals, with its beautiful cinematography, surreal imagery, and elegant soundtrack. But over the years, Mazda ads have come a long way. Here’s a look at some of the brand’s most memorable campaigns. In this 30-second comical ad, a…
When it comes to popular family vehicles, the 2024 Chevy Equinox is one of the top picks on the market. With plenty of safety features, a versatile cabin, and efficient performance, it’s an obvious pick for families on the go. The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox is available at the LS, LT, RS, and Premier trim levels….
Danny Trejo, the famous actor most known for his role as Machete,… A Florida driver survived a nightmare scenario Monday: barreling down the interstate… Did you know that Honda moved 357,335 units of its CR-V crossover… Honda introduced its updated HR-V subcompact crossover for the 2016 model year… Now in its tenth-generation, the 2017 Honda…
Photo: Chevrolet The Chevrolet Equinox was created by GM to capitalize on America’s obsession with crossover SUVs and, despite arriving at a time of economic turmoil in the automotive industry, the sporty mid-size crossover has experienced exponential success. Consumers have been receptive to its sleek styling as well as its ideal combination of performance and…
Photo: Chevrolet To commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Corvette, Chevrolet has unveiled one of the most unique Corvette models to date — the electrified 2024 Corvette E-Ray. Here’s the scoop on this innovative performance car. Excited to Upgrade? Learn your car’s trade-in value When it arrives, the Corvette E-Ray will be the only sports…
Maybe you prefer to keep your vehicle’s interior super organized. Or perhaps… Every driver has their favorite auto features, whether those features are present… We all have strange childhood memories. As a kid, you learn more… As a teenager, learning to drive is stressful. Actually, learning to drive… Hello, and welcome to In the Rearview,…
Your car’s catalytic converter will typically last the entire lifetime of your vehicle. While this pollution-busting device is designed to be durable, it’s not invincible — and the signs that it’s failing may not be obvious. Here’s a look at some common cues of a faulty catalytic converter. If Your Car Needs a Complex Repair:…
Photo: Wikimedia Commons Touch screens and infotainment systems probably seem like relatively recent automotive innovations — but Buick first integrated them back when the NES was a cutting-edge game console and Top Gun was playing in theaters. Check Out: New Buick models That’s right — in 1986, the Buick Riviera became the first production car…
The Chevrolet Tahoe is one of Autotrader’s picks for best CPO buys of 2018 You’re still reeling from sticker shock after looking at new cars, but you’re also not ready to buy a used car and take on the potential risk of repair costs. One solution: Check out Autotrader’s roundup of the best certified pre-owned…
What’s New for the 2015 Chevy City Express Chevy welcomes the City Express to their lineup as an all-new model. 2015 Chevy City Express Exterior The 2015 Chevy City Express is Chevrolet’s all-new commercial van, offering business a new option in the cargo van segment. The City Express is built on a car platform –…
While traffic is a headache for many drivers, it can be even… The Chevrolet Volt was among the list of six sedans that General… The Toyota Prius hybrid car has been offered with all-wheel drive for… Cadillac’s luxury vehicle subscription service, BOOK, will now be available in the… For the past twenty years, Honda has…
Photo: The News Wheel The alternator is an essential part of your vehicle’s electronic system. It charges your car’s battery, powering everything from the spark plugs and headlights to the radio and heated seats. Here’s how to spot when this critical component needs service. Don’t Let a Bad Alternator Leave You Stranded: Get OnStar Connect…
The Ford F-Series has been America’s best-selling model for the last 34 years The Ford Motor Company continues to rack up awards during the month of November from various media outlets who cover the auto industry. Earlier this month, the 2017 Ford F-150 was named the KBB.com “Best Buy” of the Year for trucks. That…
The start of the NHL season means companies and brands are partnering… In order to celebrate the 2017 NHL All-Star Game in LA, official… Honda is making the most of its title sponsorship of the 2017… Honda announced today at the Los Angeles Auto Show that it will… How many inanimate objects deserve a high-speed…
2019 Honda Passport Photo: Honda Whether you’re purchasing your first car or looking to replace your old set of wheels, there are certain features that you should look for when purchasing a brand-new car. Here are six to consider. Bluetooth and USB functions allow you to listen to your favorite music or use your phone…
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, it’s likely you have heard… IHS Automotive has looked into the future—and it is predicting that more… Lincoln, citing IHS Automotive vehicle registration data, sees women as a significant… For the second year in a row, the Mitsubishi Mirage has proven… General Motors was honored with the Overall…
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