Behind the Badge: Is That Henry Ford's Signature on the Ford Logo?

Back in 1903, the world changed forever when the legendary Henry Ford began his own automotive company in Dearborn, Michigan. Today, the brand has over 100 manufacturing facilities across more than 30 countries, with every model parading the iconic blue oval. But where did the design for this “hallmark for reliability and economy” come from?…

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2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Overview

The 2016 Mazda MX-5 is the spirit of fun turned to metal and fire. If sports cars are supposed to be like predators (which we have mentioned before), then the 2016 MX-5 is like an ocelot bounding gleefully through the branches, while its competition bulls its way through the underbrush. The MX-5 is skipping school with…

Kia Sponsoring Mom 2.0 Summit in Scottsdale

Kia Motors America is currently serving as the Presenting Sponsor and Official Transportation Sponsor of the 2015 Mom 2.0 Summit, which runs from April 29th to May 1st in Scottsdale, Arizona. So… what exactly is the “Mom 2.0 Summit,” you ask? Well, it appears to be a marketing-oriented networking opportunity… but, y’know, for moms! Over…

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Holiday-Themed Podcasts for Road Trips – Part 2

Photo: Flippin’ Katie As promised, here are several more suggested podcasts to listen to while embarking on your travels this holiday season. From stories to movie reviews to random Christmas topics that border on the creative and eccentric, make your road trips memorable by listening to any of these entertaining programs. Photo: Books Christmas Stories…

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The 13th BMW Art Car on Display at the India Art Fair

The 13th BMW Art Car, designed by artist Sandro Chia Many automotive enthusiasts consider their favorite vehicle models to be true works of art. BMW has taken that idea to the next level through its BMW Art Car Collection. Since 1975, BMW has collaborated with some of the world’s most renowned artists to transform its vehicles into rolling…

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2019 Chevrolet Impala Overview

Modern motorists are actively avoiding smaller passenger sedans in favor of larger SUVs and crossovers. Yet, many of those motorists abandoning compact cars are instead opting for full-size sedans. Chevy’s own full-size sedan, the Impala, has experienced some renewed interest of its own. With the added space and luxury that drivers are seeking, the 2019…

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All-New Chevy Trax Small SUV Benefits Small Car Lineup

All-new Chevy Trax small SUV joins Chevy’s small vehicle lineup. At the New York International Auto Show last month, Chevrolet unveiled the all-new Chevy Trax small SUV to be added to Chevy’s growing small car lineup in the United States, as well as in China. General Motors believes this is a strong move, as the…

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2018 Toyota Yaris Overview

The 2018 Toyota Yaris is an inexpensive three- or five-door subcompact hatchback that makes many compelling arguments when compared to its primary competition, such as the Honda Fit or Nissan Versa. Not only is it among the most stylish subcompacts available on the market, it also boasts a very low cost of ownership, strong resale…

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2015 Chevy Trax Awarded Five-Star Safety Rating

The 2015 Chevy Trax ©GM The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has awarded both front- and all-wheel drive models of the 2015 Chevrolet Trax small SUV the highest possible five-star safety rating. The Chevy brand now boasts more models in its lineup with five-star safety ratings than any other automaker sold in the US. Related info: Chevy…

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Chevy’s Compact Crossovers and Small SUVs Are Gaining Traction

The 2015 Chevy Equinox is a highly successful small SUV for Chevy. ©GM With perpetually increasing sales for the Equinox and the upcoming introduction of the all-new Trax, it’s clear that Chevy’s compact crossovers and small SUVs are an important part of the Bowtie lineup. Chevy today emphasized this in a press release dedicated to…

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2020 Hyundai Palisade Overview

Photo: Hyundai Stylish, sophisticated, and powerful, the all-new 2020 Hyundai Palisade provides a comfortable ride and roomy seating for up to eight passengers — and a generous selection of advanced tech to keep everyone safe and connected. As the largest and most recent addition to Hyundai’s lineup, the Palisade is available at three trim levels:…

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2020 Hyundai Palisade Joins Wards 10 Best UX Lineup

Photo: Hyundai Demonstrating that it brings more to the table than size, Hyundai’s big new flagship SUV earned a spot on the 2019 Wards 10 Best UX list for its impressive array of user-friendly — and family-friendly — features. WardsAuto editors spent two months judging the user experiences delivered by 23 vehicles to determine which…

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Oil Price Stays Low as Iran Thumbs Nose at Other Oil Producers

Efforts to stem the deluge of crude oil pouring into the global market were stalled on March 14th, as oil-producing countries attempted to quickly create a production freeze. Efforts failed because Iran, still in the middle of making its bold return to the global oil market, has refused to lower production until it had reached…

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Chevrolet Recounts Why the All-New Chevy Trax Wins

The 2015 Chevy Trax ©GM The all-new Chevy Trax launches early next year, bringing Chevy into the compact SUV segment full-force. The Trax is geared toward urban dwellers thanks to its impressive fuel economy (34 mpg on the highway) and innovative tech, like Siri Eyes Free and OnStar 4G LTE Wi-Fi. But it’s also designed…

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Study: Our Electricity Is Greener, And So Are Electric Cars

Last June, I got pretty excited over a report and map from the Union of Concerned Scientists, which had calculated, depending on region, if you were driving an electric car, the equivalent gasoline car efficiency that you would need to drive to reach the same level. To clear that up that convoluted explanation, here’s the…

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Buick SUV Archives

The Buick Envision has been extensively redesigned for 2024, showcasing fresh interior… The Envista joins the Buick lineup as an all-new model for 2024.… For the 2024 model year, the Buick Encore GX shows off refreshed… Buick’s newest SUV is coming to U.S. dealerships this summer. The 2024… Efficient performance, a versatile interior, and an…

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premium SUV Archives

The Buick Envision has been extensively redesigned for 2024, showcasing fresh interior… The Envista joins the Buick lineup as an all-new model for 2024.… For the 2024 model year, the Buick Encore GX shows off refreshed… The 2023 Buick Envision checks all the expected compact-SUV boxes — five… Genesis just unveiled the latest addition to…

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Looking Ahead: The Future of Parking Garages

As manufacturers get closer to releasing fully autonomous vehicles, it’s reasonable to expect a change in anything car related, from public transportation to traffic patterns and street designs. Rideshare giants like Uber and Lyft are already starting to implement self-driving cars into their services while industry professionals have already started to brainstorm future-friendly road structures…

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GMC Sonoma Archives

In 1991, GMC released the Syclone, a powerful version of its Sonoma pickup. To celebrate its 30th anniversary, SVE is resurrecting the icon.… 07 The concept of putting a turbocharger and intercooler in the bed…

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The Mouse-O-Rail: Disney’s Street-Legal Monorail Super Car

Imagine this, but cruising down the the highway like a normal, train-shaped car… Photo: WillMcC via CC When most people think of the Disney theme parks, they think of costumed characters and overpriced bottled water. However, beyond the visual spender and veneer of “Disney magic” is a fascinating history of innovation, imagination, and recycling old…

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Charlize Theron Joins Cast of ‘Furious 8’ As New Villain

Charlize Theron will be the newest villain in the Fast & Furious franchise Photo: Twitter There are few women in the industry that are as versatile as Charlize Theron. Despite the fact that the South African native is stunningly beautiful, she’s performed in a myriad of roles, ranging from the evil queen in Snow White…

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Ways Vinegar Can Help Clean Your Car

The versatility of vinegar cannot be overstated. The clear liquid, which is probably lurking in your pantry or under your sink, has many uses. From cooking to cleaning, vinegar is an affordable and eco-friendly solution that can enhance your recipes and make your house shine. Whether you are familiar with the wonders of vinegar or…

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Compared to the previous-gen Land Cruiser, this new model is an absolute steal.… The new study reveals the top 20 vehicles with the greatest potential lifespan, half of which bear the Toyota badge… The all-new Sequoia is being assembled in San Antonio, Texas, and will go on sale in late summer 2022 with a starting…

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GMC Hummer EV: 5 Coolest Off-Road Features

Photo: GMC From groundbreaking technologies to massive capabilities, the 2022 GMC Hummer EV gives off-roading enthusiasts plenty to cheer about. The electric truck’s flexible new platform incorporates a three-motor e4WD system with torque vectoring, an independent front and rear suspension, and a low center of gravity — ideal for traveling off the beaten path. At…

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MSRP Archives

Dealerships still have margin to extract more dollars out of customers faced with limited availability of the cars they want… The 2022 Mirai is a rear-wheel drive fuel-cell electric vehicle with an EPA-estimated, zero-emission range of 402 miles… At first glance, its 23-horsepower increase might not seem like a lot, but the engine has been…

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LA Auto Show Archives

Volkswagen recently revealed a brand new all-electric concept car called the ID. SPACE VIZZION at the 2019 L.A. Auto Show.… The Nissan Sentra is sporting a new refined look for 2020, a… We’ve spent the last two years and 10 months waiting with baited… The Los Angeles Auto Show serves as the host for a…

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The proposed SPY Car Act makes hacking-prevention sound like a James Bond… Have you ever wanted to build your own robot, but didn’t really… Regular Price Chicago Auto Show Tickets are $12 for adults, ages 13-61,… Picking out the family Christmas tree is a time filled with tradition,… Racing fans… it’s time to start your…

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A History of Licensed Chevrolet Video Games

Chevrolet is synonymous with speed, so it’s no surprise that the brand licensed multiple video games that simulate the excitement of racing a Chevy sports car through the streets. These are the official Chevrolet video games you could buy and play at home with your friends. Chevy Makes Many SUVs: Here are 5 good reasons…

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Custom Jeeps Bring Music to Life for Montreux Jazz Festival

The Jeep Cherokee Jazz is one of three special-edition Jeeps created for the Montreux Jazz Festival by Garage Italia Customs At this time every year, jazz lovers from around the world swarm Montreux, Switzerland for the legendary Montreux Jazz Festival. And this year is no exception. In fact, more people than ever are converging on…

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[PHOTOS] Two Lexus Concepts Come to the Montreal International Auto Show

Photo: Lexus Just in time for the company’s 30th anniversary, Lexus debuted some seriously stunning exhibits at the Montreal International Auto Show. Here, two of the innovative concept cars made their Canadian debut: the LC Convertible Concept and the GX Overland Concept. Unmatched Luxury: The 2020 Lexus RX Photo: Lexus Photo: Lexus Photo: Lexus Photo:…

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13th Million Toyota Rolls Off Kentucky Assembly Line

Photo: Toyota Motor North America Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky celebrated the production of its 13th million vehicle earlier this month. Based in Georgetown, TMMK is the largest Toyota plant in the world. Since the first vehicle rolled off its assembly line on May 26, 1988 — a white Toyota Camry — the Georgetown plant has…

Toyota Car Sales Continue to Rise in July

Toyota Motor North America reported July sales of 209,204 vehicles, up 0.2 percent over July 2018. Toyota division sales were up 0.4 percent while Lexus division sales were down 1.5 percent. More notably, Toyota car sales were up 5.1 percent on a volume basis while Toyota truck and SUV sales were down 2.2 percent, which…

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Chicago Auto Show Retrospective: Hyundai's Top 5 Vehicle Reveals in the Windy City

For many automakers, the annual Chicago Auto Show is an opportunity to reveal their newest concept cars and production models. Many highly anticipated vehicles make their first appearance on the stages of the convention, which go on to greatly influence the direction of each brands’ lineup. For Hyundai, the Chicago Auto Show typically isn’t a major…

Audi A7 Wins 2019 World Luxury Car Award

Photo: Audi Audi is on a winning streak — for the 10th time at the World Car Award, the brand with four rings has taken home the top prize. Previous award-winning models have included the A8, R8, A6, and TT, but this year, it was time for the Audi A7 Sportback to take center stage….

2016 Chevrolet Sonic Overview

The Chevrolet Sonic is an affordable city driver, and is available as both a sedan and a hatchback. It’s a fun car to drive, available in vibrant colors and plenty of infotainment options. The versatile interior means this compact car is flexible enough to keep up with you and your busy life. [wptab name= “What’s…

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GM Using Xbox 360 Technology to Enhance Vehicle Safety

A GM engineer uses Kinect gaming technology to scan a car seat General Motors revealed today that it has been utilizing the Xbox 360 to help engineer its automobiles. No, they aren’t using Grand Theft Auto V to simulate the feasibility of parking a sports car inside a billboard… What GM is actually doing is…

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Chevrolet EVs Archives

The classic gas-powered Chevrolet Equinox is one of the bowtie brand’s most… To commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Corvette, Chevrolet has unveiled one… The Chevrolet Blazer EV was recently revealed as the newest member of… The Chevy Volt may be gone from the automaker’s lineup, but it’s… The future of the car looks to…

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[PHOTOS] 2015 Chevy Trax to Join Chevrolet Lineup

The 2015 Chevy Trax was unveiled today in New York. At the New York International Auto Show today, Chevrolet announced that the 2015 Chevy Trax will join the Bowtie Brand’s ever-growing small-vehicle lineup. The small SUV, the seventh small vehicle launched by Chevy in the last four years, takes the agility and efficiency of a…

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FCA Archives

The first mass-produced 4×4 pickup truck, the Ram Power Wagon, hits a… Who says pickup trucks should only be utilitarian? You deserve a little… FCA has revealed the new 2021 Chrysler Pacifica, which comes standard with… FCA released its 2019 Sustainability Report, which highlights the company’s recent social,… On April 1, FCA launched the “Drive…

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All the Mopar Christmas Gifts You Could Ever Want

All out of ideas for your Christmas shopping list already this season? Chrysler Group has published a list of quite a few ideas that might work for any Mopar fans in the family. In the list of Mopar Christmas gifts below, you’ll find everything from wall cabinets to gift cards to Pandora charms. Surely, there’s…

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