Pictured: 2015 Genesis Coupe For years we’ve endured cruel rumors that the Genesis Coupe—which debuted back in 2008—could be getting an upmarket V8 engine. But despite the appeal of Hyundai’s affordable, rear-wheel drive coupe receiving the same engine as the Genesis sedan, our dreams haven’t come true. Now, with its second generation on the way,…
There are a lot of automotive figures from 1991 that motorists would… What’s New for the 2013 BMW 5 Series Split-folding rear-seats and a… 2013 Scion FR-S Exterior Every now and then, a carmaker will stray… What’s New for the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu has… What’s New for the 2013 Chrysler 200…
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Finding an EV charging station is now simpler than ever Photo: Mikes Photos On the road to widespread EV adoption, one of the largest obstacles continues to be the lack of infrastructure for these vehicles. Even if drivers locate a charger nearby, there’s no guarantee that the chargers will not already be in use. Google…
2017 Kia Forte Kia Motors America (KMA) sold 48,977 units this October, with the Soul and Forte impressively outshining the other models in the Kia lineup. Not only did these models outdo the others, they performed the best they ever have in the history of Kia. Coming close to the Soul and Forte in sales…
Hell or High Water is far more than a surprisingly nuanced neo-western; its a showcase for a veritable treasure trove of Chevys, both new and old.… Well regarded in America and beyond, the accolades for the 2015 Chevrolet… In the spirit of Ramadan, Chevrolet Middle East used the help of… General Motors is allegedly weighing the…
Photo: Chevrolet Chevy has a long history of cool concept vehicles, and its 2021 SEMA offerings were no exception. Here’s a look at a few of our favorites from the past year. Are You the Adventurous Type? Here’s why the Chevy Trailblazer is great for camping Photo: Chevrolet Photo: Chevrolet The Chevy Beast looks like…
According to the SEMA, the car accessory market is a $34 billion industry; the possibilities are endless when it comes to customizing your new vehicle. But sometimes, when you’re driving along the road, you see those possibilities taking disturbing turns. There are some accessory decisions you just.. shouldn’t make. For your viewing pleasure, we’ve put…
After five red-hot months in a row, Hyundai sales came back down… Hyundai Canada broke sales records for the third month in a row,… Hyundai Canada celebrated a successful February, reporting a 2.7 increase in sales… The new year started with a show of Hyundai sales strength as… Hyundai Motor America can look back on…
The 2021 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Photo: Chevrolet The 2021 Chevrolet Colorado made its debut this month, showing off rugged, dynamic new looks and more variation from trim to trim. Every 2021 Colorado model features a new, redesigned bowtie emblem in front and a new tailgate spanned by embossed “CHEVROLET” lettering. The WT and LT are…
The Chevrolet Silverado LTZ concept This fall, four customized concept trucks will show off some of the many ways 2019 Silverado 1500 owners can personalize their pickups with Chevrolet accessories and performance parts. These four concepts will be on display at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas from Oct. 30 to Nov. 2. For now,…
One of the visual highlights of the Dodge Shakedown Challenger is the aptly named “Bitchin’ Black” exterior In today’s muscle car wars, the Ford Mustang is the best seller and the Chevy Camaro has received accolades for the design of its cabin, but many car enthusiasts from around the web seem to agree the Dodge…
General Motors is reportedly halting production of the Chevrolet Sonic due to higher-than-normal inventories. And you know what that means: dealership lots are full, and all of these Chevy Sonics gotta go fast! GM is also cutting production of the Buick Verano for the same reason, and it appears that both small cars are the…
The 2015 Honda Fit has received a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the highest score possible from the government organization. Additionally, the Fit has earned both a Top Safety Pick rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and an NCAP 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score from the NHTSA for 2015. “The Fit…
Chevrolet has recently revealed its 2022 Camaro configurator. Using this online tool,… You’ve seen the Redline package on familiar favorites like the Equinox and… The Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation recently ran a charity event called Camaro… For auto enthusiasts who want the fun of a sports car without… If you’re looking to put your personal…
MLB All-Star Game MVP Alex Bregman was awarded a new Chevrolet Camaro SS Coupe after Tuesday night’s game Photo: Alex Trautwig/MLB for Chevrolet Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman won the All-Star game for the American League with his 10th-inning home run, but that was only the beginning of the fun in store for him…
Have you ever looked at an old Challenger and thought “That is awesome, but what if we dropped a modern engine in there?” Massive Power: Upgrade your ride with the Challenger R/T Scat Pack Well, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has thought the same thing, which is why the company is now offering Mopar Crate Hemi engine…
While SEMA and the Los Angeles Auto Show tend to steal the thunder during November, the Miami International Auto Show in Florida is still an exciting event. Fiat is keeping things stylish with two new concepts at the show: the Fiat 500 Ribelle and the Fiat 500L Urbana Trekking models, which are based on the…
Photo: Honda The 2020 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell is now officially available at select dealerships and comes with a number of notable updates for the new model year. But first, Honda really wants you to start driving cleanly, so it’s offering the car at a competitive lease price of only $379 per month, which includes…
Photo: Kia Over the years, Kia has come up with quite a few intriguing concept vehicles, with some of them even becoming production models available for purchase. From the many variations of the iconic Soul to the latest Futuron all-electric SUV, there have been plenty of eye-catching debuts. As a huge fan of all things…
The No. 48 Chevrolet SS driven by Jimmie Johnson won Sunday’s race at Texas Photo:James Marvin Phelps Despite already being eliminated from title contention, 39-year-old Jimmie Johnson was able to pick up his fifth win of the 2015 season at Texas Motor Speedway, when he passed driver Brad Keslowski with only three laps to go….
Photo: Honda The Civic Type R has long been the king of Nürburgring lap records, having claimed and reclaimed the fastest time among front-wheel-drive cars repeatedly over the years. And now it’s happened again. The former top time at the famous Nürburgring Nordschleife, where automakers love to strut their stuff, was set by the 2019…
The world just got its first look at the next-generation Honda Civic Type R, which will be the company’s first truly global Type R (and yes, anxious Americans, “global” includes us). The new Civic Type R prototype debuted at the 2016 Paris Auto Show, offering a preview of what the production model will look like…
The Jeep Wrangler earned 4×4/SUV of the Year at SEMA for the ninth year in a row. Steve Beahm, head of parts & service (Mopar) and passenger car brands, FCA – North America is pictured with the award Photo: FCA The Jeep® Wrangler is no stranger to earning top honors at the Specialty Equipment Market…
The 2020 Ford F-Series Super Duty’s 7.3-liter gasoline V8 Photo: Ford Motor Company The 2020 Ford F-Series Super Duty will introduce the world to an all-new 7.3-liter V8 that’s expected to be the most powerful in the heavy-duty truck segment. If a hint from a Ford spokesman has any meat behind, this new V8 may not stop…
In the driver’s seat of the now-discontinued 2018 Buick Regal TourX To some car buyers, all used cars are the same. Once a single owner has driven a car, it’s no longer brand-new. For these shoppers, “Certified Pre-Owned” is just a fancy term for “used car.” But, that’s not true. The designation of CPO isn’t…
2020 GMC Yukon XL Denali Photo: General Motors The 2020 GMC Yukon XL is a large family hauler that is capable of towing up to 8,300 pounds, according to General Motors. An owner of the Yukon XL decided to take matters into their own hands, however, to test the full limits of the SUV’s towing…
It seems that the only thing that Nissan enjoys more than ambiguously teasing vehicles is revealing them. So, it was with great relish that Nissan revealed the offhandedly-mentioned Cummins® Project TITAN XD at the SEMA show: Project Triple Nickel (the name is a reference to the stock truck’s 555 lb-ft of torque). Triple Nickel is…
We’ve already heard the details on another version of the Hyundai Tucson appearing at the 2015 SEMA Show in November: the 700-horsepower machine from Bisimoto Engineering. While that modified SUV-turned-ute might be geared for serious track performance, it’s not a model you’d take off the track. That’s why Rockstar Performance Garage (RPG) had an entirely different vision…
“Banned from the drag-strip because it doesn’t include all of the required safety equipment” just doesn’t have the same ring to it It has been roughly one week since the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon was first officially revealed to the world at the New York International Auto Show. Among the many accomplishments that Dodge highlighted…
The Sorento Zion Edition gets its name from Zion National Park in Utah Photo: Kia Following the introduction of the completely redesigned 2021 Sorento, Kia has unveiled two new outdoorsy concepts as part of its capability-focused strategy. These custom-built X-Line SUVs share similar styling and features as the previously debuted Seltos concepts that were showcased…
Photo: Victoria Borodinova via Pixabay It’s never too early to help young ones develop a passion for reading and the road. Here are five car-themed books worth adding to your child’s library. Protect Your Family: Learn about the advantages of OnStar technology “Dig Dig Digging” by Margaret Mayo Photo: Amazon Margaret Mayo’s “Dig Dig Digging”…
Ford has already sold out of its Eluminator e-crate motor, but more are on the way Photo: Ford Still not sure whether folks are ready to make the switch to electric? Here’s a bit of evidence to that point: At SEMA 2021, Ford rolled out a beautiful, beautiful concept truck styled after the classic F-100…
You’d think that he would have “absorbed” some driving skills by this point Photo: Nickelodeon Animation Studios Nickelodeon staple SpongeBob SquarePants premiered 18 years ago on July 17, 1999, easily making it one of the longest-running children’s programs of all time. If you were born the same day that SpongeBob premiered, you would officially be…
The Toyota Rally RAV4 driving to victory at the Sandblast Rally Last weekend, at the Sandblast Rally in Cheraw, South Carolina, driver Ryan Millen and his navigator/fiancée Christina Fate drove the Rally RAV4 to a win in the 2WD class, kicking off the first round of the Atlantic Rally Cup in style. Thanks to the…
Ford’s stunning new 2017 GT supercar has been tethered to the video game world since its debut in January. At the same Detroit Auto Show where it made its long-awaited return, the Ford GT was also revealed to be the cover vehicle for Forza Motorsport 6 for the Xbox One, and it has since gone…
The all-electric Mustang Cobra Jet 1400 concept is a ridiculous performance monster Photo: Ford You know what would be a really great way for Ford to shush the chorus of voices angry that its all-electric Mach-E crossover is an honest-to-Pete Mustang? By following that up with an honest-to-Pete all-electric Mustang. With the introduction of the…
A truck has never looked more delicious Trucks are the perfect vehicles for tailgating parties, and with football season fast approaching, sports fans are likely to start getting their grill on. But lugging your grill onto your tailgate and transporting it to the party location is a real drag—surely there is a better way. Well,…
2015 Ford Expedition What’s New for the 2015 Ford Expedition? The 2015 Ford Expedition gets a refreshed front and rear, a more refined EcoBoost engine, selectable driving modes, and MyFord Touch. 2015 Ford Expedition Exterior The 2015 Ford Expedition features subtle changes that make a big impression. Revised headlights, and updated grille, relocated fog lights,…
The 2019 Silverado 1500 LT Trail Boss Photo: Chevrolet For quite some time, it was up in the air whether or not Chevrolet would extend its capable Trail Boss sub-brand to other vehicles beyond the Silverado 1500. However, now it’s certain that Chevrolet pickups will continue to be the only models available with the trim….
Subaru of America, Inc. revealed 2013 Subaru WRX and WRX STI Special Editions at the 2013 SEMA Show. Subaru of America, Inc. revealed 2013 Subaru WRX and WRX STI Special Editions at the 2013 SEMA Show. Subaru of America, Inc. revealed 2013 Subaru WRX and WRX STI Special Editions at the 2013 SEMA Show. Subaru…
Photo: Chevrolet The Specialty Equipment Market Association Show, or SEMA Show, is the perfect place for automakers and other tech companies to show off their weirdest and wackiest concepts and designs. Last year, Chevy bought a one-of-a-kind electric Camaro dragster to the SEMA Show in Las Vegas, much to the surprise of just about everyone….
As if there weren’t already enough excitement surrounding the all-new 2022 Tundra, Toyota has gone out and one-upped itself. The 2022 Toyota Tundra Capstone fittingly crowns the full-size truck’s lineup with a heaping helping of luxury inside and out — not to mention lots of go to match the show. For Those About to Rock:…
If automakers want to stay ahead in the performance vehicle market, they have to constantly keep things fresh. That’s precisely what Chevrolet had in mind when it updated the Camaro for 2019. The 2019 Chevrolet Camaro comes with a striking new design and plenty of desirable features. With it, Chevy hopes to ascend to the…
2017 Cadillac CT6 Cadillac reported global sales totaling 30,849 units in November, up 32.8% year-over-year. November marked Cadillac’s sixth straight month of double digit sales growth and its fifth consecutive month of sales growth exceeding 20%. Cadillac’s month was marked by crossing the 100,000-unit sales barrier in China, where the brand saw a 69.8% year-over-year…
In recent years, Hyundai has shown us some of the coolest, most stunning modified vehicles at the annual SEMA Show in Las Vegas. By partnering with renowned garages and aftermarket experts, some of our favorite Hyundai models have gotten makeovers to become luxury and performance supercars. While the 2016 SEMA Show isn’t until November 1st, Hyundai…
The SEMA Auto Show marks a special time of year, where we get together and celebrate the spirit of making a vehicle our own. So, what better way to show that spirit than by a special Suburban Concept? Building a Better Future: Chevy has partnered with American Cancer Society for the seventh straight year Meet…
2015 Ford Mustang If you are a fan of artistry, family dynamics, the endless human commitment to perfection, and delicious sushi, then you have no excuse not to pop on Netflix and spend some time watching Jiro Dreams of Sushi. The man behind the acclaimed 2011 documentary, director David Gelb, now focuses his lens on…
Hot Wheels Customized Ford Transit Connect In the simplest definition, Transformers are Autobots led by Optimus Prime that turn into everyday machinery, such as a semi-truck or a fighter jet, to hide their identity on Earth. While the 2014 Ford Transit Connect isn’t exactly up to par with Optimus Prime on the transforming into a…
2018 Toyota Sequoia TRD Sport (left) and 2018 Toyota Tundra TRD Sport (right) Toyota isn’t showing off any brand new models you’ve never seen before at the Chicago Auto Show, but it did bring several adventure-oriented versions of the models you know and love, such as TRD Sport variants for the 2018 Tundra and Sequoia,…
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