2021 GMC Terrain Denali Photo: GMC If affordability is at the top of your shopping list as you scout out a new vehicle, check out the 2021 GMC lineup. Here are the three most budget-friendly models from this automaker. The Advantages of OnStar: More reasons to go with a GMC vehicle 2021 Terrain AT4 Photo:…
2021 Buick Envision Photo: Buick Shopping for a new Buick but have a limited budget? Here are the top three most affordable 2021 Buick models you should check out. Affordable and Athletic: Discover the 2021 Encore GX 2021 Buick Encore GX Photo: Buick With a starting price of $24,200, the 2021 Encore GX is the…
2019 Ford F-150 Limited Photo: Ford Motor Company With the start of the 2020s, folks are keen to put together lists of their favorite movies, television shows, music, books, and games over the previous decade. The Detroit News’ Henry Payne instead put together a list of the 10 vehicles that he saw as defining the…
Behold, the 2019 Ford GT Heritage Edition Earlier this month, we mused that the likely relaunch of the Ford GT application process and start of a new model year cycle could lead to the introduction of a new Ford GT Heritage Edition inspired by the No. 9 J.W. Automotive Gulf Oil Ford GT40 MKI, which took…
Nissan GT-R GT3 leads a pack of GT3s in the GT World Challenge Europe series Photo: Nissan The Automobile Club de l’Ouest, which organizes the FIA World Endurance Championship and 24 Hours of Le Mans, has announced it will discontinue the GTE class and instead adopt GT3-based cars from the 2024 season onwards. Performance First:…
A popular option in the SUV segment, the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox is ready to tackle the open road. The Equinox offers seating for up to five passengers and plenty of cargo room so you won’t have to leave anything or anyone behind. The 2019 Chevrolet Equinox is available in four trims: L, LS, LT, and…
Photo: Genesis The 2021 GV80 takes its place as the very first SUV from Genesis. This midsize model fully incorporates the premium brand’s signature styling, sophisticated comfort, and cutting-edge technology — while backing these up with the high-level performance and versatile qualities expected from a modern luxury SUV. Athletic and Elegant: Take a closer look…
Canadians looking for a small car that offers a large degree of versatility for very little cost will now want to give extra consideration to the 2016 Chevrolet Spark. Chevy announced at the Montreal International Auto Show that the new Spark will be offered at a starting MSRP of $9,995 (plus freight fees), making it…
Photo: GMC The 2021 GMC Acadia is designed with plenty of family-friendly features and versatility. For the latest model year, the Acadia was one of the lucky vehicles to gain wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. Its SL and SLE trim levels gained an updated steering wheel with audio controls, while the SLE and…
My-my-my-my Mitchell… Photo: dave_7 via CC If you’re a fan of so-bad-it’s-good cinema, you’re already well aware of the goldmine that is the 1970s. From crazy kung fu flicks to cheap sci-fi schlock, this was definitely an exploitation-heavy decade. It was also a period stuffed with low-budget crime dramas, some better than others. One of…
Chevrolet is doing up the celebration of a century’s worth of truck-making extra large, spreading its revelry out over 100 days and even offering up Centennial Editions of its Silverado and Colorado pickup trucks. Naturally, when one thinks of pickup trucks, they think of country music, which has held up the pickup truck as some kind…
Jason Statham is ready to enter the ring with heavyweight Dwayne Johnson in Furious 7 Photo: Fast & Furious, Universal Studios Halloween has passed yet we’re still seeing ghosts. The internet was buzzing this weekend with the release of the new Furious 7 trailer. While there’s more than enough footage of gunfire, girls, and great…
Photo: The News Wheel Placing above the industry average in the 2019 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study proves what Chevy fans already know and have known for years, that Chevy vehicles are quality rides. Summer Truck Maintenance: Tips for hot weather “The IQS looks at problems reported per 100 vehicles with the average sitting at…
The Ford Expedition stay stacking up KBB trophies like firewood Photo: Ford It’s safe to say that the experts at Kelley Blue Book are fairly fond of the Ford Expedition. The Expedition continues to take home the title of KBB’s Full-Size SUV Best Buy, now holding a winning streak of three years. KBB is adding…
The Universal Monsters Presents Bride of Frankenstein holoride leverages the smooth ride of the 2020 Ford Explorer Photo: Ford Motor Company It’s alive! By it, we of course mean the partnership between Ford Motor Company, Universal Pictures, and holoride, which has led to the creation of a unique new in-car VR experience. Between Oct. 14…
Turning and turning in the widening gyre, the falcon can ride with the falconer Special edition trims of vehicles that match the lifestyles of certain segments of drivers are nothing new, especially in the luxury realm. Automakers release plenty of off-road editions for drivers who like to trail off of the beaten path, while hybrid models…
Since their invention a century ago, automobiles have become an integral part of our lives, not just in transportation and culture, but even in language. Their presence has not only led to the formation of a dictionary’s-worth of original vocabulary, but also has infected unrelated expressions we use on a daily basis. Let’s examine how…
Today, The Hate U Give, a film based on the best-selling book by Angie Thomas, expands to nationwide release. It’s not the first movie released this year based on a Young Adult book, and it’s not even 2018’s first YA adaptation starring Amandla Stenberg. However, the film’s heavy take on police violence against black people,…
Celebrate 4×4 Day with a brand-new Gladiator Photo: Jeep April 4 is something of an unofficial holiday for Jeep enthusiasts. During the past few years, Jeep has dubbed the date “4×4 Day,” a celebration of all things off-roading. With the Jeep Gladiator set to join the Jeep lineup later this year, Jeep has something special…
The Ford Fusion is a versatile mid-size sedan perfect for your daily commute or a cruise on the open road. With seating for up to five passengers, you can bring the family along on your adventures, too. The 2018 Ford Fusion is available in 12 trims: S, SE, Hybrid S, Hybrid SE, Titanium, Hybrid Titanium,…
2016 Volvo XC90 Swedish manufacturer Volvo is known for producing some of the safest and most efficient vehicles the automobile industry has to offer and the all-new 2016 Volvo XC90 will only add to that legacy. Designed for the driver that requires lots of cargo room, sophisticated technology, and ample seating, the 2016 Volvo XC90 surely…
Lauren Jauregui got her start in the popular girl group Fifth Harmony Photo: Hyundai Hyundai has recently teamed up with Spotify to highlight up-and-coming artists as they travel through their hometowns, discussing what inspires them. In a new video series called “My City Unlocked,” former Fifth Harmony member Lauren Jauregui explores the vibrant city of…
INFINITI joins superstar musician Aloe Blacc & Live Nation to unveil all-new, stylish QX55 in a streaming concert experience Photo: Infiniti 2020 has been anything but a conventional year, and it’s no secret that those aftershocks have been felt in the automotive industry. Infiniti, however, is making the most of its online introduction of the…
2018 Buick Regal TourX After a record setting sales year and a few new vehicle launches, Buick has decided to mix things up with the introduction of the 2018 Regal. Instead of the vehicle simply staying in the sedan segment, it is now being created as the Sportback and TourX options. The Sportback is still…
Saddle up! Ford will reveal the 2021 Bronco family on Monday, July 13 at 8 p.m. EDT Photo: Ford Thirteen is your lucky number if you’re one of the many folks chomping at the bit to feast your eyes on the all-new Ford Bronco. On July 13, Ford finally pulls the sheet off of its…
Land Rover yesterday announced that an all-new Land Rover Discovery Vision Concept will be unveiled at the New York International Auto Show later this April. The Land Rover Discovery Vision Concept car will signal the brand’s design vision for a future family of premium leisure SUVs. The Land Rover Discovery Vision Concept ushers in a…
The all-new 2018 Honda Odyssey Today at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Honda debuted the all-new 2018 Odyssey—which, thank God, looks much better than those concept drawings done by five-year-olds suggested. In addition to the upgraded styling, which includes an Active Shutter Grille for enhanced efficiency, the redesigned minivan also boasts advanced…
Nothing says successful like rolling up to your high school reunion in that car Today marks the 20th anniversary of the cult-classic Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion, starring Lisa Kudrow and Mira Sorvino as the fashion-forward duo. The film is arguably one of the best road trip-turned-high school reunion movies of the 90s and…
The Cadillac CTS Sedan is a sophisticated, laid-back sedan. With an exceptionally comfortable interior and impressive efficiency, the CTS Sedan is perfect for everyday commuters. The 2018 Cadillac CTS Sedan is available in five trims: CTS Sedan, Luxury, Premium Luxury, V-Sport, and V-Sport Premium Luxury. Vehicle Preview: Check out the 2018 Cadillac Escalade What’s New? Cadillac is adding…
Nowadays most people know actor Chris Bridges from his role as Tej Parker in the Fast and Furious movies, but back in the early 2000s he was better known as rapper Ludacris, who was all about throwin’ bows and driving fancy cars. With five platinum albums under his belt and two more that have been…
The 2014 Acura TSX Sport Wagon The name “Sport Wagon” itself lets you know that this is a unique vehicle. From a distance, the 2014 Acura TSX Sport Wagon looks like your basic family-hauler, but line up next to one at a red light and its sculpted and aerodynamic exterior lines, and aggressively-shaped front fascia,…
The new Mercedes-AMG GT C can reach a top speed of 197 mph While some rival automakers made the decision to skip the 2017 North American International Auto Show all together, Mercedes brought a slew of new models to the Motor City, including the 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT C coupe. Best Buys: Find out whether it’s smarter…
2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Modified by Mopar One of the more exciting aspects of the new reveal of any FCA vehicle is seeing what Mopar is going to offer for it. When Jeep revealed its long-anticipated Gladiator midsize pickup truck at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show, Mopar wasted little time in revealing the 200-plus…
John Cena, a man who is very much alive and certainly not dead, is something of a gearhead. Guy’s got a lot of cars, and he’s not afraid to show it—even if he himself cannot be seen. He articulates that passion not in a WWE ring, where he can often be found given opponents Five…
Hannah Simone recounts learning to parallel park in a Toyota Corolla This year marks the 50th anniversary of the world’s best-selling car—the Toyota Corolla—and for some reason Toyota felt it appropriate to begin its marketing of the Corolla’s storied past with the random acknowledgement that Hannah Simone of New Girl fame learned to drive in…
GMC Sierra HD In the car industry, pickup trucks have to be jacks-of-all-trades—not only do they have to provide segment-leading capabilities, but they have to do so with style. The 2015 GMC Sierra HD lineup does just that, offering bold styling and technology-oriented interiors, while using a top-of-the-line powertrain to make sure every job can…
Chevrolet loves its trucks, and it also loves the people who drive them. To celebrate this, it launched the Chevy Truck Legends program back in 2016 to recognize the most enthusiastic Chevy truck drivers. Today, the program tallies over 60,000 members across the country, and Chevrolet decided it wanted to do something a little fun…
Let’s take a stroll back to the decade of big hair, Dayglow, and Reganomics. Where the Berlin Wall fell, MTV was king, and the people of Wall Street were all about me, me, me! Actually, that last bit sounds pretty contemporary, but I digress. The 1980s was a bad decade for denim, a decent decade…
Is the Viper set for a resurrection already? It hasn’t even been a full year since production of the legendary Dodge Viper came to an end. Nevertheless, new reports suggest that the Viper could be granted a new lease on life far sooner than expected. Car and Driver reports that a new generation of Dodge…
2019 Jeep Wrangler Photo: Jeep It’s not the first time the Jeep Wrangler was singled out as the “4×4/SUV of the Year” by exhibitors at the Specialty Equipment Market Association Show. It’s not the second, third, or even fourth time — it’s the 10th year in a row that this well-equipped vehicle has earned top…
Photo: Lexus If you’re planning on choosing a 2020 Lexus hybrid model, your good decision just got better. Lexus Canada already offered a generous warranty on its hybrid batteries, clocking in at eight years or 160,000 km. Now, that’s been extended to 10 years or 240,000 km, whichever comes first, while the rest of its…
From left to right: Stephanie Williams, Emily Obert, and Lauren Gaber accept a DEI award on behalf of Ford at the 2019 Disability:IN conference in Chicago Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company was one of just two automakers to earn a perfect 100 out of 100 in the 2019 Disability Equality Index. The 2019…
The Genesis GV80 Photo: Genesis The Genesis G90 sedan and GV80 SUV have won plenty of accolades for their sophisticated design, luxurious features, and dynamic performance. According to Good Housekeeping, these two vehicles are also among 2021’s Best New Family Cars. Setting the Standard for Safety: Genesis GV80 earns IIHS Top Safety Pick+ award To…
Photo: Mazda Mazda continues its upward trend in sales compared to last year’s figures. In June, the automaker had its second-best sales month in the history of its U.S. operations. Here’s a look at how those figures break down. The Newest Member of the Mazda Family: See what makes the CX-30 a popular pick A…
Photo: Nissan It’s been three years since the Altima got its last major redesign, so Nissan is working hard to keep this sedan fresh and relevant. For the 2021 model year, it gained additional tech tools, a trim level reshuffle, and additional comfort features. Naturally, that comes with a heftier price tag. Here’s a look…
The 2019 Harley-Davidson F-150 in Leadfoot , White Platinum, and Agate Black Photo: Harley-Davidson Motor Company/Tuscany Motor Company Love trucks? Love motorcycles? Love America? Then you’re probably gonna love the 2019 Harley-Davidson F-150, which combines two American powerhouses in the Ford F-150 and Harley-Davidson Motor Company to great effect. The 2019 Harley-Davidson F-150 debuted in…
2016 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Hard Rock Edition Photo: Jeep A Hellcat-powered Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 6×6 is a beast of a vehicle, and it could soon be yours. Appropriately nicknamed the Inferno, this vehicle is up for auction from June 26th to June 29th at the Barrett-Jackson Northeast auction. Learn More: Features of the 2019 Jeep…
As the weather cools down, auto show season begins. We’ve already goggled at the vehicles displayed at SEMA and the Miami Auto Show, and now we’re preparing for the LA Auto Show, which opens next week. Some automakers prefer to keep their plans under wraps until the show begins, but Scion just can’t hold it…
The 2015 Ford Mustang GT is one of the most hotly-anticipated vehicles of the 21st century, and it has finally arrived. Not only has Ford delivered on its promise to live up to the hefty 50-year reputation of the Mustang, but it may have very well surpassed all expectations in the process. [wptab name=”What’s New”]…
This article is sponsored by Intelligent Car Leasing. Photo: Unsplash Car leasing continues to increase in popularity in recent years, especially in most U.S. and U.K. markets. As more and more people become used to subscription-model services and paying what they use for, drivers are increasingly enjoying the peace of mind that comes with leasing,…
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