If you watched the Big Game last night, then you might have noticed it was filled with car commercials. From a simplistic ad for the 2017 Acura NSX to a slightly controversial commercial about the 2016 Toyota Prius, there was a car advertisement suitable for viewers of just about any income level. USA Today reports companies…
This morning, General Motors announced yet another safety recall affecting 2.1 million vehicles after only just recalling 1.3 million vehicles more last evening. This brings the total number of vehicles affected by numerous GM recalls issued since the beginning of March past the staggering total of 8 million. This latest news comes mere hours before…
Photo: Mercedes-Benz The 2019 Shanghai auto show recently witnessed the introduction of the new 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLB Compact SUV. Get Excited: About these updates coming to the 2019 Mercedes lineup Mercedes-Benz sales executive Britta Seeger says that the three-row compact is a perfect fit for Chinese society because its culture demands vehicles that haul around large…
Photo: GMC It’s no secret that there are some big changes coming to the 2021 GMC Yukon. We don’t know all of the details about this new model just yet, but something interesting has come to light — namely, its brand-new illuminated front grille badge. Come See What’s New: Updates on 2020 GMC Trucks A…
Photo: Nissan Electrified vehicles promise to play a big role in Nissan’s future, and the automaker wants to make sure you’re prepared to handle the unique responsibilities that come with driving an electric car. “The electrified driving experience is constantly evolving as technology develops, so the established rules of the road may not always lend…
No matter who you voted for, a big change is coming to the United States this Friday. One of the big things on President-elect Trump’s hit list is the North American Free Trade Agreement, or NAFTA. The agreement, which began in 1994, is a trade treaty that allows free trade between the US, Canada, and…
Although electric models are leaving dealership lots, they are not being bought With each passing week, more automakers are introducing new electric vehicles to their future lineups. Despite this rapid electric adoption, only about 1% of the global market has gone fully electric. This statistic would suggest that people are not buying new electric vehicles, and this…
Gross. Donald Trump — a simpering disaster of a creature who thinks it’s prudent and necessary to lock children in cages indefinitely and believes he can just zap away the 14th Amendment with a snap of his tiny fingers like an orange, racist, less sympathetic Thanos — is mad. Specifically, he’s big mad at Ford…
Photo: GM Defense It’s no secret that the Chevy Colorado can be a dune-busting, desert-racing beast of a machine. It’s been proven to perform under pressure, even after enduring 10,000 miles of torturous off-road conditions. That makes it the perfect basis for GM Defense’s latest infantry squad vehicle. Recently, the Colorado has even proven its…
The Ford Ranger earns the J.D. Power 2020 IQS Award for midsize pickups Photo: Ford The new Ranger just keeps racking up the accolades. The recently revived Ford Ranger earned the highest ranking for the midsize pickup class in the J.D. Power 2020 Initial Quality Study, besting the Chevrolet Colorado and Honda Ridgeline for the…
Photo: Lexus Two decades ago, the Lexus IS first rolled onto Canadian roads — and since then, its spirited performance, elegant design, and luxurious comfort have won the hearts of countless drivers. Recently, Lexus unveiled the 2021 model of this iconic luxury sport sedan in an online presentation. Here’s a look at the model’s latest…
Photo: Mazda With its unique styling and electrified powertrain, the MX-30 sets itself apart from the rest of the Mazda lineup. But when the model was first announced, no one predicted that it would offer three different powertrain choices. Here’s a look at what each one brings to the table. Know Your Options: Tips for…
Sergio Pérez celebrates winning the 2020 Sakhir Grand Prix Photo: Ennoti via CC Red Bull has confirmed Sergio Pérez will drive alongside Max Verstappen for its Formula One team next year. With this major announcement, the official 2021 F1 driver lineup has been nearly finalized. Mercedes has yet to renew Lewis Hamilton’s contract — but…
Photo: Nissan Tokyo is among the largest and most high-tech cities in the world, and now, the Japanese metropolis is seeking ways to become more sustainable. As part of the push towards a zero-emission Tokyo, the city’s fire department has added a new vehicle to its fleet — the Nissan NV400 Zero Emission Ambulance. Need…
Though it is not yet official, Daniel Ricciardo has reportedly made his decision about which team to drive for after the 2018 Formula One season: he will stay at Red Bull Racing, but with a contract updated to close the economic gap with Max Verstappen, who signed a lucrative extension with the team last year….
Photo: Mazda For the 2021 model year, the Mazda CX-30 brings a few innovations. This subcompact SUV now comes standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone compatibility. On top of that, you can now opt for a 2.5-liter turbocharged gas engine that gives the CX-30 a much-appreciated boost of power. The 2021 Mazda CX-30…
California has been the birthplace of autonomous vehicle testing, first allowing Google to test its autonomous Koala cars on public streets four years ago. As Michigan gears up to get a hand in autonomous vehicle testing, California has signed a new bill that will keep it ahead of the curve by allowing autonomous vehicle testing…
Whether your teen is heading back to high school, going off to college, or starting a new job, they’re probably eager to get behind the wheel. Here’s a look at some safe and practical models for young drivers. Shopping for Your Teen’s First Car? Score a vehicle for under $10,000 Chevrolet Equinox Photo: Chevrolet The…
Statistics reveal that the fatality rate among teenagers is mainly caused by motor vehicle accidents. As such, when parents are buying a car for their 18-year-old son or daughter, they must ensure that it’s a reliable and safe vehicle. Although a teen driver may want something cool and flashy, parents are required to think at…
This custom Hot Wheels trophy looks good from every angle Photo: Mattel As Memorial Day weekend approaches, IndyCar fans are eagerly preparing for the big race in Indiana. This year’s Indianapolis 500 marks the 100th anniversary of the famed race, which carries a legacy of unforgettable performances on the track. This monotonous event, being presented by PennGrade…
Air travel is one of the many necessities of doing business. Whether you need to meet clients on the other side of the world or visit one of your company’s sister offices, booking a flight in business class is the most popular route. Business class flights usually represent a slight step-up from economy class, but…
Pennsylvania Photo: Paul Hamilton If you’re a car enthusiast, you don’t have to travel outside of the U.S. to see an incredible car collection. Located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum obtained the number one spot on the Classic Car Trust’s ranking for 2019. It outranked both Miles Collier’s and Ralph Lauren’s car…
Mazda has achieved a particularly and increasingly impressive title in the past four years, as in each yearly Light Duty Fuel Economy Trends Report that the US Environmental Protection Agency releases, it has named the Zoom Zoom brand as the most fuel-efficient automaker in the United States. Well, it seems that Mazda thinks four is…
J.D. Power paid tribute to GMC and the Sierra HD in this year’s APEAL Study Photo: Steve Fecht for GMC While some vehicle studies evaluate models based on quality or popularity, others evaluate them based on whether or not they bring their owners joy (cue Marie Kondo…). J.D. Power’s Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout Study…
A profitable EV might be just around the corner for GM Photo: Chevrolet General Motors has repeatedly stated that EVs will make up a large portion of its vehicle offerings moving forward. Many automakers and analysts might consider this move a risk, as EVs currently struggle to be profitable. Yet, GM’s CEO Mary Barra believes…
This offer makes models like the Chevy Spark and Sonic some of the least expensive new vehicles across the industry The beginning of the year has been a bit rocky for Chevrolet in terms of new vehicle sales. After the brand’s beloved Silverado suffered some major sales declines in February, the automaker’s sales were down…
The Mazda CX-3 takes center stage Photo: Mazda USA via YouTube Remember that spectacular design sketch Mazda revealed last month of the brand-new CX-3 in anticipation of its LA Auto Show reveal? It’s finally time to see if the real thing lives up to the hype of the concept on paper. With the unveiling of the compact…
A couple of weeks ago, reports hit the news that multiple automakers were recalling vehicles for faulty airbags made by Japanese company Takata. Of all the brands affected, Honda was by far the hardest hit. And now, the Honda Takata recall is expanding to include vehicles in seven states, including more of the brand’s most…
We are truly in the gilded age of the enormous corporate scandal. However, this isn’t yet another time that Uber is in trouble or a company’s products are turning from safety measures to grenades—this time, the world’s third-largest steel producer, Kobe Steel, has owned up to lying over and over, starting more than 10 years…
The 2016 Chevy Bolt concept may share its name with a Disney film, but it’s the Volt that’s actually going to appear in one—alongside one of GM’s bizarre concept vehicles. The all-new 2016 Chevy Volt and Chevrolet’s EN-V concepts will be appearing in the backdrops of the upcoming Disney sci-fi mystery adventure, Tomorrowland, in scenes set…
Photo: Lexus Lexus and the luxury travel magazine Conde Nast International have teamed up to present a documentary series entitled “Journeys in Taste,” as well as a line of e-cookbooks entitled “Culinary Perspectives.” Now in its second season, these media projects are a veritable whirlwind tour of world culinary traditions, featuring the creations of Lexus-loving…
Photo: tpsdave With its lush forests, clear lakes, rolling hills, and sparkling rivers, Wisconsin is famous for its natural beauty. If you’d like to tour the Badger State from behind the wheel, check out this list of three must-see scenic drives. Find the Perfect Road Trip Companion: Shop for new Chevy and Buick models Great…
In a market that is moving away from sedans, Buick’s sales are suffering During the second quarter of the year, Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac all experienced varying degrees of overall sales growth. However, there was one GM brand that lost sales during this time period: Buick. In fact, Buick sales were down by 12 percent…
Photo: Honda After a long wait, Formula One was finally back to racing in Austria, the first time since the 1966 Monaco Grand Prix that an F1 season has kicked off in Europe. With 217 days since the last race of the 2019 season, it was also the longest period in the sport’s history without…
Photo: Bruno Kussler Marques If you’ve ever wanted to get into vehicle restoration, but weren’t sure where to begin, the NA Mazda Miata is a great starter model. Its straightforward design, affordable price tag, and thriving fan community all take the hassle out of your first foray into the world of car restoration. Here’s a…
If you are a close observer of news and current events, you may have noticed this past year that everything was terrible all of the time. Every musician, actor, famous person, and Wham! lead singer that you’ve ever loved died unexpectedly. Also, there was a presidential election between the two most unpopular presidential candidates in…
2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited Photo: © General Motors The 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited is a compact sedan with a starting MSRP of $16,120. Besides being affordable and fuel-efficient, the Chevrolet Cruze Limited also offers a turbocharged engine and a sophisticated interior cabin. The Cruze Limited competes in the same segment as the Honda Civic, Toyota…
Photo: Chevrolet A wealth of updates are coming to Chevrolet’s lineup of medium-duty Silverado commercial fleet trucks. Here’s a look at how these versatile and capable trucks have been updated to better serve drivers. Get the Job Done Right: Shop for Chevy work trucks Increased power and capability Photo: Chevrolet The Chevrolet Silverado medium-duty lineup…
The 2014 Hyundai Elantra 2014 is the year of redesign for the Hyundai Elantra with a new facelift and upgraded powertrain making the car more appealing than ever before. 2014 Hyundai Elantra Exterior With the use of Hyundai’s Fluidic Sculpture design language, the 2014 Elantra shakes off the typical conventional styling of sedans to put…
Chicago auto show ticket Discount If you are looking for 2015 Chicago Auto Show Discount Tickets, please see our updated 2015 discounts. The Chicago Auto Show is the largest auto show around, with nearly 1000 cars expected to be on display. This is a a great day out, but paying for the whole family to…
Ohio sure does love their Chevy Cruzes It’s no secret that the three most popular vehicles in the US, according to sales, are the 2015 Ford F-150, 2015 Chevy Silverado, and the 2015 Toyota Camry, but have you ever wondered what the most uniquely featured vehicles are on a state-by-state basis? The folks at Popular…
You get a great value for your car with the 2014 Mitsubishi Mirage. The term “penny pincher” in and of itself seems like a derisive one, but when every last red cent counts for something, there’s something to be said for a person who manages their money. Cars.com compiled a list of the Top 10…
Photo: Hyundai A Hyundai Sonata special edition first seen on the big screen this summer can now be purchased at dealerships across the U.S. The 2022 Sonata N Line Night Edition, first seen in “Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins,” boasts an intimidating blacked-out look to match the sedan’s N Line styling and boosted performance. Automaker…
Netflix has announced a new series called “Fastest Car” that will probably be very bad. The premise is interesting—sleeper cars race supercars for bragging rights—but the trailer has already given the gearhead community, presumably the target audience, a bad first impression. A sleeper car is a car that looks average or even slow, but has…
What happened to the drive-in? The first recorded instance of a drive-in theater was Theatre de Guadalupe, which opened in Las Cruces, New Mexico, in 1915. It was quickly renamed De Lux Theater, but closed in 1916 for reasons unknown. Five years later, Claude V. Caver obtained a permit to project silent films in downtown…
The 2015 Buick Enclave was named the most American car on the market AutoBlog has put together a list of the 10 Most American Cars on the market, determined by what percentages of the vehicles’ parts are actually “born in the USA.” The results may surprise some, as many foreign companies have factories located in…
Thai-British racing driver Alexander Albon will stay with Red Bull Racing in 2020 Photo: Red Bull Racing Red Bull Racing and its sister team Scuderia Toro Rosso have both confirmed they will retain their current driver lineups for the 2020 Formula One World Championship. At the wheels of next year’s Red Bull cars will be…
Photo: Cadillac It seems Cadillac is pulling out all the stops when it comes to adding luxury features to its premiere EV, the 2023 Cadillac Lyriq. It was recently confirmed that the Lyriq would come standard with massaging front seats. Here’s what else we’ve learned. Considering a Cadillac? Read up on the Cadillac Owner Benefits…
Photo: Carina One via CC The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to celebrate than to hop in the car, turn on some Christmas music, and cruise through some festive lights? In the state of Tennessee, there are a handful of drive-thru holiday light displays that are sure to put you in the Christmas…
On Monday, Chris Woodyard of USA Today offered up a list of the top 10 models most likely to be 200,000 mile vehicles. The data, culled from www.iSeeCars.com, was obtained from 30 million listings of vehicles aged from 1981 to 2010 and found that, of the top 12 (nee 10 after a three-way tie for…
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