A 1969 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 428 Cobra Jet, found after 40 years in a garage April 17th marks the long awaited and much anticipated 50th anniversary of the Ford Mustang. To celebrate the occasion, we’ll be counting down to the 17th with 10 of our favorite Mustangs from the last 50 years. I’m honored…
The new and improved 2018 Mazda6 picked up the IIHS’ Top Safety Pick award for safety for models equipped with the optional Adaptive Front-Lighting System. In order to earn the IIHS Top Safety Pick, a vehicle must earn “Good” scores in the organization’s five stages of crashworthiness testing: small overlap front, moderate overlap front, side,…
Photo: J Aaron Farr name While it’s great to know basic motorcycle terms, those aren’t the only ones bikers use in everyday conversation. Here are some common slang words that bikers throw around, to the confusion of non-bikers and new bikers. Finally discover what “bagger,” “hawg,” and “squid” really mean. Apes — Usually found on cruiser bikes,…
Back in 1970, Steve McQueen worked with director Lee H. Katzin to film a highly-authentic, documentary-like movie that took place within—and was largely filmed during—the year’s 24 Hours of Le Mans race. Using cutting-edge camerawork to capture the intensity of the white-knuckled race with the action, the movie Le Mans was more concerned with the…
When Nissan first came to the United States, it was made popular under the brand name Datsun. In the early 1980s, however, the automaker decided to use its true name when branding cars in America. Although Nissan badges have been on our roadways for more than 30 years, many older buyers and classic car fans…
Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang The next-generation Ford Mustang has racked up a ton of awards since its 2013 debut, and with the announcement that the Shelby GT350 has been named the 2016 AutoGuide.com Reader’s Choice Car of the Year, it has now won an award in every iteration thus far produced. Ford’s Top Award-Winners: See many…
After being awarded a highest-possible five-star safety rating from the NHTSA, the 2015 Chevy Trax has once again been recognized for its crashworthiness, this time with a Top Safety Pick Award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The small SUV received numerous safety upgrades for the 2015 model year, including changes to the airbags,…
When I was in college, my writing professors put a lot of emphasis on the “voice” of the writer, mostly in making sure that your style of writing could change to get across exactly the meaning you intended. For example, writing in slang and referring to yourself a lot can make your articles more relaxed…
When the going gets tough, the Ram 3500 keeps on going A truly reliable truck should have outstanding power, efficiency, and comfort. As such, Ram will be enthralled to learn that its Ram 3500 Heavy Duty model has been recognized for possessing all of those qualities. In fact, the 2017 Ram 3500 received the Gold Hitch…
Those in the United States with Hispanic heritage understand the meaning of family, and place it above all else. So when the Hispanic Motor Press Awards (HMPA) announces its list of the “Top 10 Cars of the Year,” you can expect to see only the best family vehicles on the market, and that it is…
Photo: William Brawley via CC Between incompetent or aggressive drivers, engaging podcasts, and the ever-present appeal of cell phones, devoting 100 percent of your attention to the road has never been so difficult. This issue becomes exponentially more challenging when one of biology’s least convenient impulses strikes: sneezing. Nothing to sneeze at: The all-new Chevrolet…
The 1995 Mazda RX-7 still looks as good today as it did twenty years ago. Photo: Mazda You read that correctly. In an attempt to compete against the plans of Nissan and Toyota, Mazda is set on releasing two rotary sports cars by 2020. According to Australian publication Motoring, Mazda’s recent wave of financial success…
Mapping out the trip Photo: Francesco Paggiaro If you’re looking for something new and exciting to do on a date, consider taking a road trip with your significant other. These romantic road trips offer beautiful sights and plenty of opportunities to carry on great conversations with your loved one. A Capable and Durable Option: Load…
GM Defense’s Chevrolet Colorado ZH2 fuel cell military truck General Motors has chosen an experienced U.S. Army veteran to lead its new military defense division. Retired Maj. Gen. John Charlton was recently named to serve as the president of GM Defense under CEO Charlie Freese. Charlton served in the Army for 34 years. His background…
For the fifth consecutive year, the Renault-Nissan Alliance boasted record sales after tallying 8,264,821 vehicles in 2013, enjoying considerable gains in both the United States and China. The 2.1 percent sales increase over 2012’s figures includes the success of the Russian AVTOVAZ brand, and together, Renault/Nissan/AVTOVAZ vehicles account for one of every 10 vehicles sold…
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