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…
Can you look into these puppy eyes and refuse to help animals in need? Mazda sure couldn’t! Photo: Jimmy Hsu You don’t have to be the eHarmony cat lady to feel affection for the abused and neglected furry friends in our neighborhood. There’s plenty of good people dedicating their lives to saving such animals, and they…
Is the 2021 Corvette nearing the end of its production? Photo: Chevrolet The 2021 Chevrolet Corvette has had quite the journey over the last year. From COVID-19 delays to part shortages, the latest iteration of the legendary sports car has been through a lot. March marks the fourth month that the 2021 Corvette has been…
Meet Mary Barra: GM CEO and Motor Trend’s 2018 Person of the Year Each year, Motor Trend publishes a list of its top vehicles in each automotive segment. What many people don’t know is that Motor Trend also publishes a list of the top 50 individuals in the automotive industry, including everyone from designers to executives….
Charlie Bronson (Dax Shepard) likes to show off his manhood: a 1967 Lincoln Continental. Photo: Open Road Films Care to take a glamorous, yet ultimately uneventful and disappointing road trip through the empty country roads of California? Then hop aboard the movie that promises action and comedy, yet fails to deliver on both: 2012’s quickly-forgotten…
Photo: Nissan Tokyo is among the largest and most high-tech cities in the world, and now, the Japanese metropolis is seeking ways to become more sustainable. As part of the push towards a zero-emission Tokyo, the city’s fire department has added a new vehicle to its fleet — the Nissan NV400 Zero Emission Ambulance. Need…
Chevrolet unveiled a pair of powerful concepts earlier this month at the 2017 SEMA Show: its Colorado ZR2 AEV concept and Colorado ZR2 Race Development Truck. “Colorado has reignited the midsize segment with class-exclusive features and performance,” said Jim Campbell, US vice president, Truck Strategy, Performance Vehicles, and Motorsports. “Some customers want even greater capability, and…
The Inside Out team at the console Photo: Disney•Pixar The latest animated offering from the minds at Pixar, Inside Out, opens this weekend, and I was very excited to see it at the “Insider Access to Inside Out” event. An incredibly original movie in this summer’s ocean of sequels and reboots, the film explores how…
Statistics reveal that the fatality rate among teenagers is mainly caused by motor vehicle accidents. As such, when parents are buying a car for their 18-year-old son or daughter, they must ensure that it’s a reliable and safe vehicle. Although a teen driver may want something cool and flashy, parents are required to think at…
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Groupe Renault are two of the world’s largest automakers. A new proposal from FCA would result in an even larger automotive company. Yesterday, FCA submitted a proposal for a merger with Renault. The result would be the third-largest automaker in the world. It’s SUV Season: Why are SUVs so popular now?…
This custom Hot Wheels trophy looks good from every angle Photo: Mattel As Memorial Day weekend approaches, IndyCar fans are eagerly preparing for the big race in Indiana. This year’s Indianapolis 500 marks the 100th anniversary of the famed race, which carries a legacy of unforgettable performances on the track. This monotonous event, being presented by PennGrade…
All-Star MVP Eric Hosmer chooses the Chevy Colorado Midnight Edition at the postgame ceremonies in San Diego Baseball fans saw something truly shocking during last night’s 2016 MLB All-Star Game: someone other than Mike Trout won the MVP award! Instead, Kansas City Royals’ first baseman Eric Hosmer took home the trophy, along with a brand…
The Honda Ridgeline has once again been named in Car and Driver magazine’s annual list of the “10Best Trucks and SUVs,” its third consecutive appearance. The Ridgeline took top honors in the midsize pickup category, which is populated by strong opponents the likes of the Toyota Tacoma and Chevrolet Colorado. To determine the award winners,…
GM’s CAMI Plant is the latest of its facilities to go green General Motors is currently working to achieve conservation certification from the Wildlife Habitat Council at all of its manufacturing sites by 2020. The automaker recently announced the latest step toward that goal. The CAMI Assembly Plant in Canada recently receive the Gold Program…
The Mazda CX-30 is a sporty new crossover that slots between the Mazda CX-3 and the Mazda CX-5. This new model makes a name for itself with unique styling, plenty of space, and a wealth of safety technology. Available Now: The 2020 Mazda CX-30 Exterior On the outside, the 2020 Mazda CX-30 makes a bold…
A trademark filing with the United States Patent and Trademark Office suggests that Ford Motor Company could be bringing back one of its most iconic nameplates. No, not the Pinto. Not the Aspire, either. We’re talking about the Ford Thunderbird Another Ford Icon: New F-150 tops its class in towing, payload once more Earlier this…
Don’t worry — the 2021 Ford F-150 PowerBoost can tow your boat, Thad Photo: Ford If you’re looking to the 2021 Ford F-150 for an entrant on the annual Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems list, you ain’t gonna be short of options. Of those choices, Wards has tapped the all-new 3.5-liter PowerBoost Full…
The Chevrolet Silverado EV will debut Jan. 4 at CES 2022 Photo: Chevrolet Eager for a full look at the upcoming all-electric Chevrolet Silverado? Your wait will be over in less than three months. The Silverado EV will make its official debut Jan. 5 at the CES 2022 technology showcase in Las Vegas. Silverado Showdown:…
Rocket League, the rocket-powered car soccer video game—yes, it is as crazy as it sounds—is releasing a new paid downloadable content pack (DLC) inspired by the upcoming Jurassic World film, which will include the franchise’s beloved Jeep Wrangler. This is not the first time the video game adds a popular film-inspired vehicle to its game…
The Cadillac CT6 is commonly regarded as the luxury brand’s flagship sedan. Therefore, if Cadillac wanted to test out an innovative new feature in one of its vehicles, it would make sense to choose the CT6. For the 2018 model year, Cadillac is adding its semi-autonomous Super Cruise technology to several of the CT6 Sedan’s…
Way back in 2010, French firm Venturi (mostly known for its oddball electric cars) and Ohio State University teamed up to create a vehicle that would break the record for fastest land speed for an electric vehicle, which at the time had stood at 245.5 mph. They destroyed the standing record with a speed of 307.7…
The 2016 Honda Pilot was one of the automaker’s few bright spots in November American Honda Motor Co. had a disappointing November, with sales of 115,441 Honda and Acura vehicles representing a 5.2% decrease in sales when compared to the company’s record-setting November 2014. Fortunately, the Happy Honda Days of December should help the Honda…
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