You’ve probably seen the word spreading throughout the automotive news community that Nissan is the automaker with the best full-line fuel efficiency around. While that’s not technically incorrect, that claim comes from semantics and misrepresenting data. Basically, if you want to buy from the brand with the most fuel-efficient cars, don’t buy from Nissan or Honda—…
Ignoring a problem doesn’t make it go away. Instead, it makes what could be a small issue morph into a major anxiety that can hinder the way you live your life. Older drivers, who stay mum about their lack of driving confidence or driving anxieties when they first notice them, are in danger of limiting…
Photo: Chrevrolet The brand-new 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV is a bigger, better-equipped version of the brand’s popular Bolt EV. It offers unique styling, additional passenger space, and more tech tools than its smaller sibling. It Pays to Be Loyal: The Chevy Owner Loyalty Program Exterior Photo: Chrevrolet Photo: Chrevrolet Photo: Chrevrolet On the outside, the…
Photo: daveynin via CC It seems like a paradox — although there were fewer drivers on the road during the Lone Star State’s pandemic stay-at-home order, there was also an uptick in traffic fatalities. Both local and national-level data sources indicate that this unexpected statistic is a product of reckless driving. Here’s a look at…
The Scion iA is renowned for offering a standard pre-collision system In the last few years, automotive safety recalls have almost become the norm. The most notable recalls of the last two years have included GM’s ignition switch fiasco, and the Takata airbag recall that affected huge automakers like Honda, Toyota, and Nissan. Now, rather…
Fiat Chrysler Automobile’s 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine is getting a 14.9% power boost With the new model year comes multiple changes for Fiat Chrysler Automobiles. One of the biggest changes, though, is with one of the company’s most popular engine options. The 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine is getting a big boost in power—something that even…
Photo: Lexus The 2022 Lexus RC F returns for the latest model year with additional styling options and a brand-new special edition model. Here’s a look at what’s new on this high-performance sport coupe. Style, Performance, and Luxury: Meet the Lexus model lineup All about the 2022 Lexus RC F Photo: Lexus Every 2022 Lexus…
The 2017 Buick Encore Straddling the line between mass-market and luxury, Buick models can be a little out of reach for some drivers’ budgets. That said, there are plenty of used Buick models that industry experts applaud for their reliability, ride quality, and cost of ownership. To get you started on your used-car-buying journey, here’s…
2020 Nissan GT-R NISMO Photo: Nissan Even though the Nissan R35 GT-R has been in the same generation for over a decade, the automaker doesn’t seem to be in a hurry to replace good old Godzilla. For the 2020 model year, this classic is lighter, faster, and better engineered. Here’s a look at how Nissan…
Photo: Falkenpost From roadside attractions like the Cadillac Ranch to the state’s countless scenic vistas, a drive through the Lone Star State is an unforgettable experience. But on your next Texas road trip, keep these wacky driving laws in mind so you don’t end up with an unwanted souvenir on your driving record. Stay Safe…
Photo: Mazda It’s easy to neglect vehicle maintenance. Oftentimes, dashboard lights and strange noises go ignored, since it can be tough to find the time and money to have your vehicle serviced. That said, there are some warnings that shouldn’t be neglected as they’re solid signs of imminent vehicle failure. Here’s a look at what…
If you drive a car with a fuel-injected engine, your vehicle’s performance hinges on its ability to get just the right mixture of fuel and air. The throttle body is an essential component in maintaining proper air flow, but like all car parts, it needs a little TLC every now and then. Here’s how you…
Photo: Mazda Mazda’s flagship crossover returns for the 2021 model year with relatively minor changes. It gained a standard 10.3-inch infotainment screen, along with the new Carbon Edition trim level. This penultimate trim comes exclusively with a Polymetal Gray exterior, aluminum wheels, gloss-black trim, and red leather seats. You can choose from four different trim…
2022 Chevrolet Equinox RS Photo: Chevrolet The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox will boast a revised trim level lineup, adjusted pricing, and some updates to both its interior and exterior. Here’s a look at what’s new on this family favorite SUV. Looking for Your Next Family Vehicle? Check out the Chevrolet Equinox Updated features The Equinox sports…
Photo: Buick For the 2022 model year, the Buick Encore will be getting a few tweaks to its features, pricing, and trim level lineup. Here’s a look at what’s changing. See What This Upscale Crossover Has to Offer: Check out the Buick Encore New for 2022 The 2022 Buick Encore will be dropping its base…
Photo: Nissan Nissan has been through a lot of leadership changes recently and has faced the dual crisis of COVID-19 and global recession with the rest of its industry. Recently, the automaker revealed its plans for the next four years, which puts optimization, streamlining, and sustainable growth at the forefront of its strategy. Take a…
Photo: Nissan During February, Nissan welcomed over 60 African American high school students to its 2020 Next Gen Summit. This leadership and education workshop took students on a tour of Nissan facilities, including the corporate headquarters, the Smyrna Vehicle Assembly Plant, and Nissan Stadium, where they get to meet and greet Tennessee Titans alumni Blaine…
The 2019 Nissan Altima has made an all-star showing at the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance to take home Automobile Magazine’s endorsement as an All-Star. Learn More: About the award-winning 2019 Nissan Altima “We’re incredibly proud to receive this award,” said Anne Corrao, director, family sedans and sports cars, Nissan North America. “Altima is one of…
Photo: Nissan The Nissan Motor Co. has its sights set on going green, with the goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. To help the company achieve this, the automaker wants all of its new models to be electrified by 2030. On top of that, Nissan intends to slash its carbon emissions by investing in…
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently awarded the 2015 Chevy Traverse a five-star safety rating, the highest rating a vehicle can receive from the government administration. NHTSA Gives 2015 Chevy Traverse a Five-Star Safety Rating ©GM Specifically, the all-new Traverse received five stars in both front and side crash tests and picked up…
Photo: General Motors GM Defense has been on a roll in recent months. The military-oriented division of GM has not only been tapped to produce Chevy Colorado-based Infantry Defense Vehicles, but GM Defense president David Albritton has revealed that the automaker is open to producing GMC Hummer EVs to suit the military’s needs. Built for…
A first-generation GMC Acadia model Photo: GMC General Motors may be weighing a new addition to the GMC vehicle lineup: a full-size crossover that would take its place between the Acadia and the Yukon. According to a report by GM Authority, product planners at GM see an opportunity to introduce yet another three-row GMC crossover…
Photo: General Motors Forza Horizon 4 just made the mid-engine C8 Corvette Stingray available to players. Here’s a closer look at the virtual version of this sought-after sports car. Have a Lead Foot? See why gap coverage might be right for you Your own virtual Corvette Photo: General Motors The new ‘Vette is part of…
Photo: Mazda When you hear the name “Mazda,” you probably think of dynamic roadsters and sporty crossovers. However, the Mazda Motor Company also offers a pickup truck in some markets. And those markets are about to receive the all-new Mazda BT-50. Here’s what this stylish, rugged vehicle has to offer. Built to Perform: The 2020…
Photo: Mazda So far, 2021 has been a good year for Mazda. The automaker recently reported an all-time record high of 42,187 sales from the month of May, marking a 69.2 percent increase compared to May of 2020. Similarly, Mazda has sold 156,562 units so far this year, which is 58.4 percent up from last year’s…
Photo: Honda When Max Verstappen lost control of his Red Bull-Honda Formula 1 racing car at the first corner of the Paul Ricard circuit, many viewers tuned out of the race, believing the result of the 2021 French Grand Prix to be a foregone conclusion. Lewis Hamilton would win and reclaim the lead in the…
As people age, their driving ability decreases. For older men, losing their ability to drive, the freedom associated with the open road, and the self-sufficiency afforded by driving causes greater stress and sadness than for older women. Why is this? According to research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety that surveyed 2,990 people, women…
Photo: Chevrolet The 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer is a small SUV that’s equally at home on city streets and on light outdoor adventures. It returns for 2022 with a handful of updates including new exterior paint colors and improved fuel economy. On top of that, it now offers new roof rack cross rails and an available…
Just in time for the Russian Grand Prix, Scuderia Toro Rosso has announced that Russian racing driver Daniil Kvyat would be making a return to Formula One by taking over Pierre Gasly’s seat in 2019 (Gasly, meanwhile, was promoted to Red Bull). It marks a new chapter in Kvyat’s tumultuous F1 career and relationship with…
Blue key = boring luxury vehicle. Red key = exciting luxury vehicle (aka the Kia K900). Aside from the actual game and the incredibly hyped halftime show, the Super Bowl is a great time for one other thing – advertisements. Many retailers and brands hop on the chance to showcase their products while over 100…
Kelley Blue Book has conducted a study to determine which brands men and women are more likely to prefer. The results suggest that men prefer luxury vehicles of European origins; women tend to prefer imports primarily from Asia, and both genders lean toward cars with four wheels. When compared to the preferences of men, Volvo…
Jim Vella will retire as Ford Fund president on Dec. 31 Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company Fund President Jim Vella has announced plans to retire at the end of 2019. The 63-year-old, who has spent the last 31 years with Ford, will be succeeded by Mary Culler. Culler is the current chief of…
Photo: INFINITI Much like Nissan, its mass-market sibling, Infiniti has been on a bit of a rebranding kick lately. Part of that makeover will include partnering with a marketing firm called Publicis Groupe, which prides itself on offering “unique integrated global creative solutions.” Here’s a look at what that might entail. Take a Peek Into…
Photo: Chevrolet As students head back to school or prepare for college life, they’ll need more than notebooks, pencils, and overpriced graphing calculators — they’ll also need a reliable ride. That’s why Kelley Blue Book has compiled a list of the best used cars for under $20,000, which recently recognized the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox as…
Hamilton sprays rival Verstappen with champagne on the podium. Photo: Honda Lewis Hamilton yesterday snatched his 100th win at the 2021 Russian Grand Prix in Sochi, a historic record that will likely never be repeated. The seven-time Formula 1 world champion didn’t make it easy on himself, hitting the wall in the pits on Saturday…
Photo: Lothar Dieterich via Pixabay Although the pandemic has put a damper on traditional Halloween celebrations, the Empire State still has plenty of safe ways for you and your family to get into the spooky spirit. Here’s a look at four of New York’s finest drive-thru Halloween attractions. Take the Fear Out of Buying Used:…
The 2018 GMC Acadia received a “good” rating in recent passenger-side small overlap crash testing by the IIHS A new passenger-side crash test has exposed dangerous vulnerabilities in some big-name midsize SUVs. Owners of the 2018 GMC Acadia can rest easy, though. The Acadia passed the test with ease, earning a “good” rating from the…
The GMC Hummer EV SUV and Hummer EV Photo: GMC GM recently announced that it will be making an investment of $35 billion in autonomous vehicles and EVs between 2020 and 2025. This is 75 percent higher than the $20 billion GM initially said it would invest back in March 2020. What to Expect for…
The Chevy Traverse, Buick Enclave, and GMC Acadia all tied for the top-spot in this year’s Made in America Automotive Index Photo: © General Motors For the fourth straight year, GM has dominated the annual Kogod Made in America list, which measures what percentage of a car’s parts actually come from the United States or…
Photo: General Motors The automotive industry is filled with hard workers, innovators, and trailblazers, and Gerald Johnson is no exception. From East Cleveland to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, to the upper echelons of GM, Johnson has honed his engineering and leadership skills — and he continues to give back as a mentor and volunteer….
“She has the range, darling” Photo: Kia As part of its Plan S strategy to introduce 11 dedicated EVs by 2026, Kia has debuted the 2022 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV). The SUV has the same redesigned exterior as its gasoline-powered and hybrid variants, but it has the ability to go even further with an impressive…
Photo: GMC Whether you’ve got a growing family or a business that shuttles people around town, the 2021 GMC Savana Passenger Van is a perennially popular pick for transporting large groups. Here’s a look at what this van has to offer. Find the Right Model for Your Fleet: Check out the GMC lineup Exterior Thanks…
2021 Mazda CX-30 Photo: Mazda The Mazda CX-5 and Mazda CX-30 are both five-seat, family-friendly vehicles from the same automaker. While they share some superficial similarities, they’re hardly twins. Here’s a look at their differences. Learn More About Mazda: Check out the differences between Mazda CX-5 trim levels Trim levels 2021 Mazda CX-5 Photo: Mazda…
The Ford EcoSport is dead in Canada as well Photo: Ford Earlier this month, Ford announced some big operational changes in India that will among other things kill off the EcoSport SUV. A spokesperson from Ford of Canada confirmed that, yes, the EcoSport is as dead in Canada as it is in the United States….
Photo: emperornie via CC At the end of last month, Formula 1 CEO Chase Carey announced the 2020 season could be able to start on July 5 with the Austrian Grand Prix. Yesterday, the Austrian health ministry stated F1 would be able to go ahead with two crowd-less races at the Red Bull Ring circuit….
Photo: Mazda Mazda recently revealed plans to expand its product portfolio to include three new SUVs, the CX-50, CX-70, and CX-90 for the United States market, along with the CX-60 and CX-80 for international buyers. Here’s what the automaker has revealed so far. Find the Perfect Family Vehicle: Meet the Mazda crossover and SUV lineup…
Photo: Honda IndyCar’s Detroit Grand Prix has taken place on Belle Isle for nearly 30 decades, but race officials want to move the event back to the city streets, where it was held from its inception in 1982 until 1991. Officials announced the State of Michigan agreed to extend its agreement to host the Detroit…
10 Best Back-to-School Cars List: Chevy Sonic Kelley Blue Book recently released a list of the 10 best cars for students who are about to head back to school. Mindful of the rising costs of college tuition/light beer prices, KBB has let “practicality and affordability lead the way on this annual list.” All of the cars…
Photo: Chevrolet Chevrolet is continuing its partnership with its charitable initiatives in South Korea, including the Korea Animal Rights Advocates. Here’s how the automaker is lending a hand to this commendable organization that helps animals in need. Make Your Chevy a Little More Pet Friendly: Customize your vehicle with accessories Meet KARA Photo: Chevrolet…
Ford Motor Company and its employees around the world raised a total of $1,133,447 million for coronavirus relief over the last four months. The COVID-19 Donation Match Program announced in April promised to match up to $500,000 in employee donations, and the final tally reveals the generosity of the workers who make Ford what it is….
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