General Motors announced on Wednesday that it has reached a long-term agreement with Navistar to develop and produce medium-duty, conventional cab Class 4/5 commercial vehicles for Chevrolet. Get excited. Need a Quick Quote? Try Black Book’s credit score estimator The move will allow Navistar to grow its portfolio exponentially, and it allows General Motors to increase…
Photo: BMW Since its opening in 1999, the BMW Performance Center has entertained and taught almost 250,000 people with a passion for the BMW brand. The facility in Spartanburg, South Carolina, features a 2.3-mile track, which has been repaved to celebrate the 20-year anniversary of the training center. Speaking of Learning: Don’t ignore these back-to-school…
When you’re shopping for a brand new car, one of the major questions on your mind might be whether or not your choices are suitable for your annual family road trip. If you’re looking at Nissan, while you can’t really go wrong with any car in the lineup, there are two very different choices that…
The Lexus ES is a name that has carried on with the brand for many years, and for the 2019 model year received a new breath of life with a complete redesign. This new model is the seventh generation of the luxury sedan. More Lexus Luxury: Explore the full-size premium sedan, the Lexus LS [wptab name=”What’s…
Photo: Vivian Chen When someone says “jaywalking,” you might picture someone crossing a street where there isn’t a designated crosswalk. It turns out that this term has a more nuanced definition than that — and it has a layered history that you might not be aware of. Jaywalking defined According to Oxford Living Dictionaries, “jaywalk” means…
2014 Charger and Challenger 100th Anniversary Editions It’s no secret that automakers have a hard time selling current vehicle models once the upcoming year’s model is revealed. Cars are huge purchases, and most buyers are willing to wait several months to get the latest and greatest model, causing automakers to slap profit-blowing incentives on current…
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has unveiled a new technology system that could help keep drunk drivers off the streets, which has been in development since 2008. More Cutting-Edge Tech: The Nissan Autonomous Car The tech is called the Driver Alcohol Detection System for Safety, or DADSS (neatly ignoring the easy, obvious codename). It is…
The “Canucks” are going crazy over trucks Last month, Canadian car sales for Jeep, Chrysler, and Dodge were down by 31%, 25%, and 9%, respectively. Nevertheless, FCA experienced its best month of sales ever in May. So what caused this record to be achieved in the midst of such massive sales declines? Well, much like…
2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon The 2020 Jeep Gladiator has been winning fans and gaining attention from the second it was revealed. Added to its list of admirers are members of the Greater Atlanta Automotive Media Association, who just deemed the distinct truck the honor of Best Family Pickup Truck. The award was handed out at…
The Lexus NX is the brand’s mid-size crossover, offering drivers the brand’s premium touches in one of the most popular vehicle segments on the market. Low-Risk Used: Here is what Lexus gives you with its Certified Pre-Owned program [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2019 Lexus NX? The 2019 Lexus NX carries over unchanged from…
Even though the current version of the Honda Odyssey is the best-selling minivan in North America, it’s scheduled to be discontinued following the 2017 model year and replaced with a new fifth-generation van. However, before the next-gen Odyssey makes it to US dealerships, you can still get the fourth-gen Odyssey before it’s gone forever. For…
The 2016 Nissan Murano is still blowing customers away after its redesign for the 2015 model year. While most SUVs are created with kids in mind, the sophistication of the Murano makes it perfect for any type of driver and family. Print publications like US News & World Report are constantly giving the Murano new awards for…
After some extensive testing, Cars.com has announced a winner in the “Three-Row SUV Challenge,” recognizing the redesigned 2016 Honda Pilot with the top honor. Cars.com tested eight different three-row SUVs that were priced below $45,000 (including destination fee). The Pilot finished first, earning 782 points from the panel of expert judges. The Pilot beat out…
2016 Cadillac XTS Photo:© General Motors The 2016 Cadillac XTS sedan earned a five-star safety rating from the federal government and it’s also the only luxury sedan with standard Magnetic Ride Control, which is the world’s fastest-reacting suspension. Coming available with a 410 horsepower twin turbo V6 engine and all-wheel drive, the 2016 XTS is…
Photo: LG via CC When Formula 1 gets back to racing at the season-opening Austrian Grand Prix, it will be with new real-time TV graphics designed to bring more information to the fans. Developed in collaboration with Amazon Web Services, these new graphics pull data from the 300 sensors that already exist on each F1…
If you follow the exciting world of car commercials, you know that Chevy recently tried (and failed) to court the Millennial market with a horrible, terrible, no-good song about emojis. Now, Honda is trying to appeal to the older end of the 18-to-34-year-old demographic with the classic Weezer hit “Buddy Holly,” which the automaker says…
2014 Honda Pilot The 2015 Honda Pilot is already one of the more valuable offerings on the market, but that doesn’t seem to be stopping Honda from adding a little more on top. The Japanese automaker has just announced a new-for-2015 Honda Pilot Special Edition (SE) trim that will include styling, technology, and convenience upgrades…
For 2014, Jeep has added a revolutionary turbocharged diesel V6 to the Grand Cherokee’s engine lineup, and the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee boasts refreshed exterior styling. 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Exterior The Grand Cherokee has undergone a slight refresh for 2014. An aggressively-shaped front grille now sets the tone for the versatile midsize SUV, and…
Photo: Chris Peeters While visiting friends and relatives can be fun, sometimes long drives can zap the pleasure out of holiday road trips. With so many dynamic podcasts available, you can easily keep the positive Christmas vibes going by tuning in to any of these engaging programs. Photo: Midlife Christmas Midlife Christmas Transport yourself to Habertown…
As an affordable, reliable compact SUV with a stylish edge, the Tucson is becoming one of Hyundai’s hottest-selling models. As a versatile family vehicle and as a working-class transport, the newest Tucson deserves a closer look. Meet the SUV Family: Information on the Tucson’s siblings in Hyundai’s lineup [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2018 Hyundai…
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the company’s best-selling car around the globe and the 2017 model brings even more options to the table. This car is offered in sedan, coupe, and convertible body styles, but the latter two options underwent thorough redesigns for the new model year which puts them on par with the sedan variant…
Not exactly the kind of birthday present you’d want to receive from your rival Photo: Chevrolet Arabia Few automotive rivalries are as long-standing or as fierce as the one existing between the Chevrolet Camaro and the Ford Mustang. Still, that doesn’t mean that the automakers behind these two vehicles can’t have a little fun during…
The 2019 Chevrolet Blazer Photo: Mark Najjar for Chevrolet Chevrolet recently pulled back the curtain on a new version of an old name with the 2019 Chevrolet Blazer, a two-row crossover to slot in between the Equinox and Traverse in the lineup. So, as we look forward to a near future with the new Blazer,…
This month, online retail giant Amazon launched a new part of their website called Amazon Autos. While the name suggests that the site is beginning to sell cars, it is not yet the case. While Amazon waits for an atmosphere that might be more amenable to selling cars online, Amazon Vehicles looks to establish the…
GM is discontinuing the Chevy Cruze hatchback General Motors announced Monday that it was ending production of the Chevrolet Cruze sedan at its Lordstown plant in Ohio — effectively discontinuing the model for the North American market. Now, GM is also indicating that it will end production of the Cruze hatchback at the Ramos Arizpe…
Using CGI, the new “Blackbird” rig is rendered to look like a Chevy Spark I don’t want to alarm anyone, but you can’t believe everything you see on TV. That’s especially true when it comes to the world of marketing. Though the Federal Trade Commission still exists to protect consumers from false advertising, our nation’s…
This heroic display didn’t take place in a galaxy far, far away Photo: Lucasfilm Ltd./ Disney To entire generations of kids, Han Solo and Indiana Jones were two of the coolest heroes around. As it turns out, Harrison Ford, the actor who played both of these characters, is something of a hero himself. This past weekend,…
Entrepreneur and mom, Natalie Bell, was worried that her daughter Shae’s hearing loss and recent cochlear implant would impede communication with first responders if she was involved in a car accident. So, to help safeguard her daughter when she was unable to communicate on her behalf, Bell created a seat belt cover embossed with vital…
2019 Buick Envision The 2019 Buick Envision offers style, luxury, versatility, and for the month of August 2019, a lower price. Here’s a rundown of how much you can save when you buy or lease a new Envision. An American Classic: Reasons to choose Buick Purchase and lease deals Until September 3, you can score…
Ford Transit Connect WellCar Ford has donated a new Ford Transit Connect to the University of Kansas to become the school’s first WellCar, which will bring medical care to rural patients for the coming year. Unfortunately, people in rural areas may need to travel for hours to receive medical care, which can aggravate or add…
In 1965, children’s park Kodomo no Kuni opened near Tokyo. Nissan donated 100 tiny cars to the park to commemorate the occasion. That car was the Datsun Baby, and Nissan has restored one of them and placed it on display at its global headquarters in Yokohama. The park actually had an automobile driving course for…
The 2017 Audi R8 V10 Plus group The 2017 Audi R8 is here, and it should come as little surprise that the most powerful Audi production model ever built is earning plaudits for its power, performance, and design. Two of the industry’s most trusted outlets have praised the Audi R8 Coupe and the even-more-powerful Audi…
Photo: Pixabay Last month, I wished for more Autotrader commercials from Drunk History‘s Derek Waters, and the company delivered. This month’s release focuses on 18th century France and is somehow even better than the one that came before. According to the opening title, the latest commercial takes place in France in 1780, a mere nine…
2019 Chrysler Pacifica Since its debut, the autoTRADER.ca Top Pick Awards have singled out the Chrysler Pacifica. The award-winning minivan continues to impress the editors with its minivan-segment leading styling, technology, and especially its innovative powertrains that include a hybrid option. Check Out: 2018 Chrysler Pacifica overview “Our editorial team put every vehicle on the…
Mary Barra is a lot of things in the automotive industry, from the first female CEO to one of its most vocal advocates for STEM education. In 2016, she was also the highest paid CEO in the industry with total compensation equaling $22.6 million. That is actually a 21% pay drop for Ms. Barra because…
According to our sources, this picture of Kia’s K3 Watch was taken a few minutes past 10 o’clock It seems as if we are entering the Age of the Smartwatch (even if our version of Microsoft Word still stubbornly refuses to recognize smartwatch as a real word). Just last week, Apple unveiled that its “next…
Shoppers at Toronto’s Yorkdale Shopping Centre this month were treated to a large display that looked like a nice house posed next to the all-new Infiniti QX50 SUV. It was all part of a partnership it formed with Amazon Canada to make its vehicles more prominent in the minds of Canadian shoppers. Ride In Style: Check out…
Photo: Kia Media Buyers interested in a Kia vehicle will have a unique shopping buddy. Today, Kia Motors America (KMA) revealed a shopping assistant—powered by artificial intelligence (AI)—called “Kian.” Kian will help prospective buyers learn valuable details about Kia vehicles via Facebook Messenger. Kian will inform buyers on local inventory, product information, comparable competitive vehicles…
Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company has inked a multi-year deal with TomTom, securing the latter’s services in providing next-gen navigation for the former’s latest vehicles. Keep It Safe: Ford Driving Skills for Life program enters 17th year The partnership between Ford and TomTom kicks off with two of the automaker’s hottest new vehicles: the 2021…
Ford’s BraunAbility MXV, a wheelchair-accessible SUV Photo: Ford Independent transportation for those in wheelchairs is possible today thanks to companies who turn production models into accessible vehicles with customized entry, steering, and pedal solutions. Working with a conversion specialist will help you get the upgrades you need. Before deciding upon those specifics, the conversation needs…
Burt Jordan retires from Ford after more than 20 years Photo: Ford Burt Jordan, vice president of Global Purchasing Operations and Supply Chain Sustainability with Ford Motor Company, announced his retirement from the company in June. Though his retirement went into effect July 1, Ford has yet to name a successor. One of Ford’s Best:…
Photo: Chrysler The award-winning, innovative, and industry standard-setting Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid has earned yet another accolade. This time, the nod comes from the experts at Autotrader, who named the family-friendly and well-equipped minivan to its list of the 12 Best Electric Vehicles. The Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is the first and only electrified minivan to secure…
Photo: Buick 2019 saw a long parade of car commercials roll out, all vying for your screen time. According to WardsAuto and iSpot.tv, the most-watched commercial of 2019 — and winner of the advertising game with 5.7 billion TV impressions — was General Motors’s “Mistaken Identity” ad highlighting the Buick Regal. Rediscover Buick: Check out…
Whenever classic cars are brought up in conversation, most people immediately think of their favorite vintage Packard, luxury Cadillac, or Chevy muscle car. But, have you ever wondered how automobiles went from simple transportation machines with function-based exterior designs to the beautiful works of art that mesmerize millions of car enthusiasts around the world? Artist Harley Earl had…
Photo: Simon & Schuster As summer draws to a close, the school season begins, and your chance for an adventurous road trip diminishes, you may feel downhearted and blue. If the previous sentence describes you, I recommend checking out Morgan Matson’s “Amy & Roger’s Epic Detour.” Product Details: Paperback, 384 pages Retail Price: $10.99 Publication…
Board Votes to Preserve the National Corvette Museum Sinkhole It’s official (kind of). Fourteen board members recently decided to preserve the National Corvette Museum sinkhole, which formed back in February, gobbling up eight important Corvettes in the process. Last month, the museum toyed with the idea of keeping the sinkhole on display permanently, as it…
Babies and toddlers can be a tough crowd to please. When you buy a new book or toy, you’re essentially taking a 50/50 chance that it will sit in the corner, collecting dust, while your baby happily plays with a cardboard box and your pots and pans. So it’s important to look for eye-catching things…
Nearly every automaker provide colors with unique names; Nissan is not an exception to that trend. We generally like to think of colors as blue, red, or green, but with Nissan, you’ll get all of the “Metallic,” “Sapphire,” and “Midnight” variants as well. Below, you’ll find some of the best exterior colors offered by Nissan for the…
2019 Nissan Kicks Photo: Nissan Each year the Automotive Science Group coordinates an economic study to determine which vehicles are worthy of its top honors. This year, Nissan has made an impressive showing as four of the automaker’s vehicles were deemed award-worthy. Summer Car Care: How parking in the shade protects you and your vehicle…
Regular oil changes will help keep your car running well A car you can depend on is money in the bank. However, you cannot expect your vehicle to do all the work — it’s just a machine after all. A lot of what makes a vehicle reliable depends on how well you take care of…
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