One of the things helping me to get through the quarantine is dreaming about the future. The day that my family and I can get away on a road trip, whether to visit long-missed family or to a family-friendly destination, is one that makes the uncertainty of today’s world a bit more manageable. Family-friendly Features:…
Meet the 2018 Lexus ES: the epitome of luxury sedans. [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2018 Lexus ES? For 2018, the Lexus ES carries over unchanged. 2018 Lexus ES Photos: New for 2018 | Exterior | Performance | Efficiency | Interior | Safety [/wptab] [wptab name=”Exterior”] 2018 Lexus ES Exterior The Lexus ES…
The Honda HR-V was confirmed for production in the United States. Last week, we discussed the possibility of Honda’s all-new Fit-based crossover being named the Honda H-RV, as that’s what the rumor mill had been churning out. As it usually is in the automotive community, the rumor mill proved correct, as Honda officially introduced the…
The NissanConnect system won the Telematics Detroit Industry Newcomer award back in June and was recognized for allowing drivers to stay connected to the online world without being too obtrusive to the #1 priority when driving a car, which is actually driving the car. So it’s 2015 and everyone has bad-ass smartphones, but we somehow…
Ever wonder what the meaning behind your favorite automotive company’s logo is? Let’s uncover the hidden symbolism behind 20 of the most prominent car badges. Are you ready to have your mind blown? Fun Facts & Hidden Meanings Behind Popular Car Logos Acura The Acura luxury brand takes its logo design from the shape from…
Jeep recently announced that the Cherokee is due for a major model overhaul, which will debut during the 2019 model year. Changes to the Cherokee include a redesign of its often controversial front grille. Before that new model rolls out, Jeep has one more addition to the current generation of the Cherokee: the 2018 Jeep…
Vehicles like the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk will help Fiat Chrysler continue to close the market share gap with its competitors Fiat Chrysler Automobiles may have had a rough start this year, but it has quickly recovered thanks to its Jeep and Ram brands. The Italian-American carmaker shrank the profit gap between it, General…
© Universal Studios The newest Death Race movie has arrived, and with it 11 fearsome drivers competing in a ferocious battle to the death to become king of The Sprawl. Across four stages, these ferocious vehicles will go head-to-head in a pedal-stomping, gear-grinding battle viewed by 54 million viewers via 250 live camera feeds. These are…
Zach McGowan as Connor Gibson, confronting Frankenstein in the new film Death Race: Beyond Anarchy © Universal Studios Few people can say they’ve come face-to-face with Frankenstein — the notorious masked driver of the Death Race series — and lived to talk about it. We were lucky to track down actor Zach McGowan, star of…
What makes a car cool? Is it a sunburst orange exterior paint? Large chrome wheels? A massive rear wing? An adequate air conditioning system? (Father’s Day is coming up soon, so we’re allowed this silly dad joke). We might be car experts, but what’s “cool” is an ever-changing and subjective concept, one best left to…
Racing video games have been an important subgroup of video games as a whole for nearly as long as the latter have existed, from 1973’s Space Race and 1982’s Pole Position to modern day arcade racers like Gran Turismo and hardcore simulations like Assetto Corsa. Yet even as games have been attempting to capture all…
Fiat Chrysler is bringing loads of fun to the Lone Star State When it comes to showing off in the Lone Star State, Fiat Chrysler doesn’t hold back. Every year, the Italian-American car brand lets its presence be known at the State Fair of Texas and 2016 is no exception. This year, Fiat Chrysler has…
The 2018 Chevrolet Cruze and Malibu are two popular passenger cars for drivers who value the latest technology, comfortable interior, and efficiency. Discover what makes each model unique to determine which one you should take home. Elevated Equinox: Family-friendly and efficient crossover [wptab name=’Dimensions’] 2018 Chevy Cruze Hatchback Dimensions The Cruze boasts a body length of…
GAC is currently helping Fiat Chrysler build the Jeep Renegade for Chinese consumers and the carmaker wants Fiat Chrysler to help it get a foothold in the American market Fiat Chrysler is possibly helping a new carmaker come to America. The Italian-American carmaker is currently working with Chinese carmaker Guangzhou Automobile Group Co. (GAC) in…
Photo: Hyundai The 2020 Hyundai Palisade recently racked up its second major award from Cars.com, winning the automotive website’s prestigious Best of 2020 designation. According to Cars.com, “quality, innovation, and value” are the key criteria for this annual award. All new or completely redesigned models are eligible for consideration. The site’s editors were most impressed…
The First Bowling Green Built Corvette Photo: National Corvette Museum Kentucky just celebrated its 225th anniversary. The Corvette Museum has opened up a new exhibit in honor of this momentous occasion. The display pays homage to the history of transportation in this state. Not only has the Bluegrass State helped spread Corvettes across the nation,…
Photo: GM Defense As we’ve previously reported, GM Defense — the branch of the company that produces vehicles for use in the military — has been working on an infantry squad vehicle based on the Chevrolet Colorado since last year. At the time, it was competing with models developed by Oshkosh Defense, Flyer Defense, Polaris…
Strive for five-star reviews with these helpful tips Photo: www.quotecatalog.com via CC If you’re thinking of becoming an Uber or Lyft driver, you need to ensure you’re well-equipped for what’s to come. Other than emotionally preparing to encounter all types of people, it also means getting certain amenities and cleaning tools to make your car…
Ford F-150 and Maverick are nominated for 2022 Green Truck of the Year Photo: Ford Ford is looking to go back-to-back in Green Car Journal’s Green Truck of the Year award with the F-150 and Maverick both vying for the top prize. Ford’s Award-Winning Green Vehicles: All-electric Mustang Mach-E is a multi-award-winner and a show-stealer…
Production of the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E is underway Photo: Ford A new era has begun for Ford Motor Company. This past Thursday, the 117-year-old automaker kicked off production on the 2021 Mustang Mach-E, the first all-electric SUV in Ford history. The Mustang Mach-E should begin arriving at Ford dealerships across the country before the…
The 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Photo: GMC The GMC Sierra 1500 gained several new features for the 2021 model year, including trailering technology like the Trailer Length Indicator and Jack-Knife Alert. Now, the light-duty truck is also offering a new AT4 Value Package, which adds the Driver Alert Package, the AT4 Preferred Package, and blackwall…
The 2019 Honda Odyssey is a minivan with room for the whole family and then some. It has all of the space you need to accommodate up to eight people and the convenience and amenities to make the trip comfortable regardless of duration. It has some clever and exclusive tech as well, like CabinWatch and…
Photo: Karen Roe While many Harry Potter-related celebrations tend to happen near July 31st (Harry’s birthday), quite a few of the films based on the famous wizard’s life were released in November, including Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, which was released 15 years ago today. Happy Birthday, Harry In the very beginning of…
The readers of AutoGuide.com have spoken: the 2015 Cadillac Escalade is officially the readers’ choice for the 2014 Luxury Utility Vehicle of the Year. Other categories include the Truck of the Year, Car of the Year, Sports Car of the Year, Utility Vehicle of the Year, Luxury Car of the Year, and Green Car of…
Dale Earnhardt Jr. and his 2015 Chevy Silverado 1500 star in a new ad Today marks the tenth anniversary of Dale Earnhardt Sr.’s tragic fatal accident in the final lap of the 2001 Daytona 500. In a newly released Silverado ad, his son, NASCAR racer Dale Earnhardt Jr., talks about his father’s memory and his…
Photo: Chevrolet The Traverse, Chevrolet’s stalwart seven-seater family SUV, benefits from a facelift and plenty of new features for the 2022 model year. Underneath, though, traditional Traverse strengths like reliable performance, roomy cargo space, and family-friendly features remain unchanged. SUV Shopping Tips: Here’s how to choose the best Chevy model for your needs The 2022…
There are no new changes for the 2013 Honda Fit, with the exception of an all-new all-electric version, which is discussed in a separate overview. |2013 Honda Fit Specifications| 2013 Honda Fit Exterior Honda brings a whole lot of spunk to the subcompact class with the 2013 Honda Fit. This hatchback has a whole lot…
GM didn’t shell out the cash for celebrity cameos this year Over the years, the Super Bowl has proven itself as a strong venue for companies to advertise their brands using creative commercials. Some of the most famous of these commercials are commissioned by automotive brands. Yet, at this year’s Super Bowl, one of the…
Photo: Ford Motor Company The upcoming 2020 Ford Explorer Limited Hybrid will see the debut of a new transmission system that Ford dubs “modular hybrid technology.” While this transmission is aimed at helping the new hybrid return better fuel economy, it will also be vital for capability purposes, which is why Ford also intends to apply the…
Whether you call it a small SUV or a subcompact crossover, the Chevrolet Trax is a versatile and relatively affordable vehicle option for those people expecting to do a lot of driving in the city. This model also comes with an abundance of standard features, such as a Chevrolet MyLink sound system, a rear vision…
GMC’s fourth-quarter bestseller was the Sierra 1500 Photo: The News Wheel The fourth quarter of 2019 was a rough one for GMC. Sales for the premium truck and SUV brand fell 8.5 percent compared to the same stretch of time the year before. Overall, GMC sold 146,880 vehicles in October, November, and December — a…
Another month, another Honda award—or two, in this case. The all-new 2018 Honda Accord sedan and 2018 Honda Odyssey minivan were both recognized as among the “10 Best Family Cars of 2018,” an annual list published in Parents magazine in collaboration with Edmunds.com. The winners were selected from a pool of over 300 vehicles based…
The NCM sinkhole being filled On February 12, 2014, a sinkhole opened up in the National Corvette Museum’s Skydome, swallowing up eight classic Corvettes. Since then, we’ve been following the long saga of the sinkhole, watching with baited breath as (some) of the damaged Corvettes are repaired, the hole is filled, and NCM announces the…
The Lincoln Navigator Reserve Monochrome Package is new for 2020 Photo: Lincoln Motor Company Since its launch in 2017, the next-generation Navigator SUV has been like the ace of the Lincoln lineup. Helping to usher in a movement from the MK nomenclature for proper vehicle names and introduce a new signature aesthetic, the Navigator has…
There’s no other vehicle on the road today that’s quite like the Jeep Wrangler. Blessed with top-notch off-road-capabilities and one-of-a-kind looks, the Wrangler is the go-to vehicle for people who don’t mind traveling off the beaten path in search of a new adventure. The Jeep Wrangler has also earned numerous industry accolades, including a KBB.com…
The 2018 Lexus LS is the long, luxurious flagship, built on a sports coupe’s platform but nestled in Lexus’ sedan lineup. With impressive features both inside and out, the LS is truly worthy to lead Lexus. World’s Best DIY: Here you can put together your own perfect Lexus [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2018…
We will see the Gladiator again. But not yet. Photo: Jeep The 91st Academy Awards were held last night, with Green Book winning the award for Best Picture. It’s been 18 years since that title was awarded to Gladiator during the 73rd Academy Awards, but it’s the film’s influence on popular culture continues to this…
Thanks to the Jeep CJ66, FCA won the SEMA Award for Hottest 4×4 SUV for a seventh straight year If you attended the 2016 SEMA Show, then you probably couldn’t help but notice the Jeep CJ66. The Jeep CJ66 made its debut in Las Vegas and it’s a one-of-a-kind 4×4 vehicle that utilizes seats from the…
Photo: Genesis Genesis has officially launched its new GV80 SUV, which comes with a whole host of firsts for the Genesis brand. These include digital road-noise cancellation technology, an electronically-controlled suspension that uses a camera to preview the road ahead, and a six-cylinder diesel engine. Unfortunately, this last one won’t be offered with models sold…
2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Photo: Chevrolet Across the vast expanse of fiction, some characters have been inexorably tied to the cars that they drive. Reynolds Woodcock and his Bristol 405 from Phantom Thread. Michael Knight’s ultra-intelligent Pontiac Firebird Trans Am from Knight Rider. Herbie the Lovebug and himself. One of the most iconic pairings, however,…
Is there a turbo-four in there? We are a week away from Ford revealing…well…whatever it is that it has been teasing in its ongoing, five-part YouTube series touting the history and future of Ford performance. A lot of people think that the vehicle in question here is the next-gen Mustang GT350, because there isn’t much…
As a full-size SUV, the 2018 GMC Yukon offers space, style, and performance in one unique package. The Yukon can accommodate larger families as well as significant amounts of cargo. The 2018 GMC Yukon is available at three trim levels: SLE, SLT, and Denali. What’s New for the 2018 GMC Yukon? The GMC Yukon has several…
Nissan IMk Concept will debut at the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show Photo: Nissan Nissan plans to go big at the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show scheduled for October 25 through November 4, by showcasing 14 of its most advanced models, including a new zero-emission concept car. The IMk, a stellar example of the automaker’s Intelligent Mobility…
This morning, General Motors announced yet another safety recall affecting 2.1 million vehicles after only just recalling 1.3 million vehicles more last evening. This brings the total number of vehicles affected by numerous GM recalls issued since the beginning of March past the staggering total of 8 million. This latest news comes mere hours before…
The one millionth Corvette has seen better days It’s been nearly 16 months since a 60-foot wide and 30-foot deep sinkhole in the National Corvette Museum’s Skydome led to eight historic Corvettes being swallowed up. The freak incident ended up being great publicity for NCM (where they’re currently building a virtual reality room that recreates “the…
The 1984 PPG Pace Car is the latest Corvette recovered from the NCM sinkhole. The saga of the sinkhole Corvettes continues today with more good news: after having successfully rescued the 1962 Tuxedo Black convertible Corvette, the 1993 40th Anniversary Corvette, the millionth Corvette ever produced, and the 2009 ZR1 “Blue Devil,” crews pulled the…
The GMC Hummer EV’s removable roof opens up a whole world of possibilities Photo: General Motors Excited for the upcoming 2022 GMC Hummer EV? You now have one more reason to anticipate its release: removable roof panels. Versatile and Capable: Find a new GMC vehicle to bring home Removable roof panels Per Car and Driver,…
Kia’s May sales were the company’s best ever in the U.S., largely because of the 2015 Optima. This year marks the 20th anniversary for Kia Motors’ presence in the United States, and as a perfect present for the Korean automaker, Kia’s May sales marked the first time that the company topped 60,000 units sold in…
Photo: Newsy What would you do if we told you could rent a car for free? You would probably do a happy dance thinking about all the driving you could do without the burden of owning your own vehicle. Now, what if we told you that you could only rent a car for free if…
Two years ago, the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index listed Nissan with a perfect score of 100 for the company’s LGBT-inclusive policies and community commitment, and now, two years later, nothing has changed—Nissan has, for the third consecutive year, received a perfect score. “Nissan has the most diverse consumer base of any automotive manufacturer…
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