The 2021 Hyundai Kona Photo: Hyundai There’s a heavy Hyundai presence on Good Housekeeping’s Best New Family Cars for 2021 list. Four of the automaker’s vehicles were awarded as the best in their categories — more than any other manufacturer. Like to Stay Busy? The Hyundai Kona SUV is the perfect vehicle for your active…
If you’re fairly new to cars or car maintenance, hearing that you should get your tires “rotated” can be confusing. Rotating is something that tires are meant to do, after all. How will rotating them further more be conducive to better vehicle ownership? Vehicle Safety: The IIHS named the Chevy Equinox a safe ride for…
The 2021 Ram 1500 Limited Longhorn 10th Anniversary Edition Photo: FCA It’s a three-peat win for the Ram 1500 as it takes home the top honor of “Truck of Texas” from the Texas Auto Writers Association. It also swept the titles of Full-Size Pickup Truck of Texas (2021 Ram 1500 TRX), Luxury Pickup Truck of…
Photo: Chrysler What started out as a random thought has more recently blossomed into a full-on obsession. I drive down the road and see a cool mom behind the wheel of a minivan, blasting some rap or NPR, and I think… that could be me. I could be a Minivan Mom. Here’s a little backstory…
The colors of our vehicles can say a lot about us. Some… If you’re looking for a versatile and affordable back-to-school vehicle, Buick offers… When it comes to beloved Buick vehicles, it’s hard to beat the… In the fourth quarter of 2019, GM saw Buick Encore sales increase… Buick recently released the 2020 Encore GX,…
Photo: Chevrolet The 2020 Chevy Blazer doesn’t compromise on style or versatility. Here’s a rundown of what you’ll find on this sporty SUV. The 2020 model year brought a few exciting changes to the Chevy Blazer. Now, you can pick a new 230-horsepower turbo-four engine. In terms of power, it slots above the standard mill…
In the small car segment, the Kia Rio is looming large, when it comes to dependability. According to J.D. Power’s 2018 Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS), which examined “problems reported during the past 12 months by original owners of three-year old vehicles (2015 model year),” the Kia Rio earned top marks with a score of 103…
The 2022 Ford Maverick and its FITS system supports unique 3D printed accessories Photo: Ford Ford has already touted the flexibility and customization of the all-new Maverick with its Flexbed. But there’s plenty more versatility inside the truck, too. In fact, there’s enough to give you FITS. FITS, of course, standing for the standard Ford…
2015 Nissan Micra In case you were not aware, David Cameron is the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and the leader of Britain’s Conservative Party. He doesn’t have the same cool style as President Obama, but the Cameron stamp of approval can still make a business’ day. Nissan should be very happy to know,…
Buick has unveiled the next-generation 2025 Enclave, completing the brand’s overhaul of… The 2024 Buick Enclave prioritizes standard luxury and family-friendly versatility. This premium… One year after receiving a major redesign, the Buick Enclave arrives for… The Buick Enclave has recently been featured on Consumer Reports’ list of… The Buick Enclave got some major upgrades…
The American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. has set Older Driver Safety Awareness Week for Dec. 3-7. During the campaign different safety issues and concerns that impact older drivers will be highlighted each day. Check Out: These tips for keeping your vehicle clean Monday will focus on how to plan for changes that age creates. “As…
Photo: Lexus Nothing is crafted like a Lexus — and a new Lexus documentary is here to prove it. Entitled “Takumi: A 60,000-hour story on the survival of human craft,” the film reveals the lives of Japan’s master crafters — including one who has dedicated his life to making Lexus one of the most refined…
2018 Buick Regal Sportback March 26th is known as Solitude Day. It’s a great opportunity to explore exactly how Buick’s acclaimed QuietTuning technology works. Whether you’re an avid Buick fan or even remotely interested in finding out how certain auto systems function, QuietTuning is a useful high-tech capability to know about. As Lesley Weiss, Buick Noise & Vibration…
Photo: Volvo Breaking news: the global auto industry has been disrupted in an unprecedented way by the COVID-19 pandemic. Production lines are moving slower than ever, factory workers are adopting new practices to keep each other safe, and dealerships are adapting to serve customers. However, in the midst of a nearly-universal drop in sales for…
Today is the only Friday the 13th of the year, so if you haven’t started your Jason movie marathon yet, you’d better hurry and fire up the VCR—it’s going to be 244 days before we’re blessed with another one! For the uninitiated, Friday the 13th is a horror film franchise based around the (morally suspect)…
The automotive industry is constantly changing and evolving. As it does, vehicles from different classes and different brands change and evolve with it. Those vehicles that adopt aspects currently popular with consumers tend to come out on top. To highlight which cars, trucks, and SUVs are popular with today’s consumers, Consumer Reports has assembled its annual list of…
Since debuting in 1987, the Dodge Grand Caravan has been a popular… Sporting distinct interior and exterior design elements, the 35th Anniversary Editions of… In a year where several other major automakers are struggling to maintain… The vast majority of major automakers lost sales last month. In contrast,… Strong sales numbers for the Jeep brand…
Is this the hoverboard all that Back to the Future fans have been dreaming of? The Lexus Hoverboard was announced in June, exciting Back to the Future fans around the world, and we’re finally seeing it in action. Watch it take on a skate park, which includes a water obstacle and a jump over a Lexus vehicle, in this…
April 17 is one of the most meaningful days on the Ford… For the second straight year, a Ford Motor Company vehicle has been… Who doesn’t love the opportunity to try and win a new car?… Hello and welcome to In the Rearview, where I bring you the… A recent Autoblog article took the concept…
When you first get engaged, planning a wedding seems like a fun, enjoyable experience. For many brides, though—me included—the rose-colored glasses you don at the beginning of planning a wedding can quickly get ripped off. The wedding-planning process, while it has its delightful moments, can quickly become time-consuming and sometimes frustrating. From picking a date…
When it comes to the Tahoe, Chevy is skipping the 2024 model… Third-quarter sales numbers have arrived, and the results confirm General Motors’ status… Three Chevrolet models topped their segments in the J.D. Power 2021 APEAL… The editors of Car and Driver magazine recently assessed more than 400… Diesel-powered engines offer several key benefits over…
That’s a lot of horsepower for one garage Dodge vehicles have always been featured prominently in the Fast & Furious franchise since its very inception. Therefore, the most recent announcement from Dodge isn’t really all that surprising. Dodge and The Fate of the Furious will partner for a co-branded promotional campaign. Dodge teaming up with…
The Fate of the Furious will premiere in just a… The year 2015 has been big for the Fast and Furious franchise. Despite… Shiny things are always better than non-shiny things—especially when the shiny thing… With the enormous amount of weed rapper Wiz Khalifa said he smokes… Last month, right at the height of…
Tesla Motors’ T-shaped badge Photo: EV Stories Despite many of its own fans wishing Tesla Motors didn’t use a badge on its cars–to go even further against the norms of the automotive industry–the electric vehicle company does indeed possess its own logo, as practically every business does. This sleek, modern emblem, designed by Prado Studio, adorns the grille of…
Photo: General Motors GM is making its mark on space exploration history. The automaker is teaming up with Lockheed Martin and Canadian space technology firm MDA to create precise, versatile lunar vehicles. Here’s what we know about their plans to put GM-made rovers on the moon. Out-of-This-World Savings: Get a great deal on a car…
The Chicago Auto Show is almost on us, with doors opening to… This year is the 109th anniversary of the Chicago Auto Show. Every… When Chevy unveiled the life-size LEGO Batmobile it had built to promote… With the upcoming release of The Lego Batman Movie, we thought we’d… Okay, Chevy is officially just screwing with…
Photo: Hyundai The 2021 Hyundai Kona provides the efficiency, value, and practical versatility expected of a compact SUV, along with plenty of unique style to help it stand out from the crowd. The Kona also distinguishes itself by offering a wide variety of standard tech features to keep drivers safe, informed, and entertained on the…
For the past couple years, Dice Hate Me Games has released a handful of “joke games” funded by fans on Kickstarter on April Fool’s Day. These self-referential “Meta Games” humorously poke fun at common traits of today’s card and board games. Among 2016’s releases was Traitor Mechanic: The Traitor Mechanic Game. Named after the game design feature…
Photo: Buick As the largest SUV in Buick’s lineup and the only one with three rows, the 2024 Enclave provides on-the-go families with a comfortable, versatile, and well-equipped transportation option. The Enclave lineup has three trim levels to choose from, and here’s an in-depth rundown of the key features and design elements included with each…
Ah, what a good-looking car. This sentiment, echoed across the minds of people everywhere while looking at new Mazdas, is repeated once more with this: the 2016 Mazda3–a universally-loved small, quick, and nimble vehicle, available either as a sedan or as a hatchback. Mazda treats the hatchback and sedan versions of the Mazda3 as separate…
Photo: Cadillac Cadillac launched the V-series version of the Escalade in 2022, called the Escalade-V. It’s an even more powerful version of the already brawny luxury SUV, and you’ll be blown away by what this vehicle has to offer. While there are no major changes for the 2024 model, here’s what you can expect. Another…
A while back, I read a little bit about the Chevy Volt, and thought to myself, “Wow! This electric car stuff is really awesome! I should really buy a Volt!” However, then I thought, “I wonder what other electric cars there are.” This is the result: A list of all the mainstream electric vehicles–that is,…
The 2016 Nissan Frontier is the automaker’s mid-size workhorse, built for rugged use on and off the road with a brawny V6 engine (or slightly less brawny four-cylinder). Although the 2016 model year is a carryover from the previous year with few changes, the Frontier remains one of a strong choice for those wanting a…
The Yukon XL expands upon the classic GMC Yukon to accommodate up to nine passengers. This spacious, full-size SUV comes with a well-designed interior and exterior, while optimizing on safety with advanced driver-assist technologies and passive safety features. The 2018 GMC Yukon XL is available at three trim levels: SLE, STL, and Denali. Each trim…
Remember when the XTS was the largest sedan in Cadillac’s lineup? Well, those days are long gone with the debut of the CT6 flagship sedan earlier this year. With thousands of vehicles sold since it premiered, the Cadillac CT6 sedan is already preparing for the 2017 model year. Blessed with dazzling good looks, a ridiculously…
Drove my Chevy to the levee, but the levee was… overtaken by vines? In just one month, Kings Island, a 364-acre amusement park located near Cincinnati, Ohio, will open for its 2017 season. When it does, the park will also debut its newest roller coaster, Mystic Timbers. A wooden coaster designed by Great Coasters International,…
The Hyundai Accent was determined to be the vehicle most likely to be involved in a fatal crash Memorial Day is often regarded as one of the most dangerous holidays to travel during. As such, the latest survey from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) couldn’t have been published at a more appropriate time. Unfortunately, the…
Brits have a very different vocabulary when it comes to driving–just as Mr.Bean Photo: Tiger Aspect Productions If you’ve ever spend time around someone from the United Kingdom, including Great Britain, you’ll quickly realize that even though you’re both speaking English, you’re not really speaking the same language. There are numerous terms and idioms that…
Because of the level of innovation, vision, and prestige surrounding the Milan Furniture Fair, also known as Salone del Mobile, many automakers use this week-long event as a chance to build their brand. Being the largest trade fair of its kind in the world, Milan Design Week typically welcomes a number of automotive design teams…
Do you smell what the successful star of film and television formerly known as “The Rock” is growing? Yeah, that’s right… it’s the stench of disruptive facial hair. Speaking of Which: Learn how to remove unwanted odors from your car Dwayne Johnson recently took to Instagram to post a photograph of himself dressed as his…
The 2016 Ford C-Max is a hybrid hatchback vehicle that provides fuel economy of up to 90 MPGe and comes with a long list of standard features, which includes a six-speaker sound system, Bluetooth capabilities, and dual-zone climate control. While the Ford C-Max may not provide the same type of fuel economy as the new…
The 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe delivers robust power, a roomy and flexible interior, and features that keep everyone comfortable and connected. From hauling a trailer to carrying cargo to transporting a crowd, this full-size SUV can do it all. Strong and Spacious: Read more about the Chevrolet Tahoe’s features What’s New for the 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe? The…
The crossover SUV segment is one of the most crowded in the industry, but the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse manages to stand out from the crowd. This crossover’s interior is spacious with seating for up to eight passengers, while also offering an abundance of cargo space when the second- and third-row seats are folded down. The…
Halloween has grown from a single, magical night into something of a season unto itself. Each year, we flock to theaters and couches to watch frightening cinema classics or the latest horror hits, visit haunted attractions for the sole purpose of being scared by strangers in masks, and gather around bonfires to regale one another…
After 15 seasons and 282 episodes, the cultishly adored Discovery channel show Mythbusters was cancelled this past March. Since then, series co-host Adam Savage has been keeping busy (and creative) on his website Tested, where he’s been doing appropriately nerdy DIY projects like building the captain’s chair from Star Trek and the space rifle from…
Leap Year Review: stars Matthew Goode and Amy Adams share one of seven-trillion arguments. Photo: Universal Studios This shallow 2010 romp through the hills of Ireland will undoubtedly leave most audience members pondering a serious question: is there anything worse than being stuck in a car between a narcissistic, spoiled city woman (Amy Adams at her…
2014 Chrysler Town & Country Overview The 2014 Chrysler Town & Country’s exterior flaunts an air of elegance and capability. The front grille is reminiscent of those found on Chrysler’s premium sedans, while the standard 17-inch alloy wheels and roof rack show off the versatility of the Town & Country. 2014 Chrysler Town & Country…
The 2024 Buick Encore GX Avenir Photo: Buick The Encore GX is Buick’s most popular SUV, appealing to a wide range of lifestyles with its versatile interior, premium styling, and high-value features. For the 2024 model year, here’s a detailed look at the key features included with each Buick Encore GX trim level. Spotlight on…
As the largest SUV in Buick’s lineup and the only one with… The 2024 Buick Enclave prioritizes standard luxury and family-friendly versatility. This premium… Copying GMC’s Denali success, Buick has a major hit on its hands…
Thiago Silva and Andrés Iniesta named Nissan UEFA ambassadors Nissan has confirmed that Andrés Iniesta, Barcelona and Spain central midfielder and three-time UEFA Champions League winner, as well as Thiago Silva, central defender and Brazil and Paris Saint-Germain captain, will both be global ambassadors for the company’s UEFA Champions League partnership. “Nissan is absolutely delighted…
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