The 2017 Lincoln MKZ is midsize luxury sedan that carries a starting MSRP of $35,010. The Lincoln MKZ comes with many changes for the new model year, such as a restyled front end and more powerful engine options. In an effort to stay competitive with other luxury brands, the new Lincoln MKZ is offered in…
Ford Fiesta ST The new year may be young, but Ford seems to have already won a whole butt-ton of awards. Adding to that metric butt-ton are a pair of major honors for two of the automaker’s finest vehicles, one a piece from either side of the Atlantic. UK-based publication What Car? Named the Ford…
Photo: Famartin The Palmetto State is home to many notable people and locations known nationwide. However, not many are aware of some incredibly unique spots that can be found along its roadways. For a truly bizarre and entertaining road trip experience, be sure to check out these three weird roadside attractions in South Carolina. The…
We could very well see a next-gen Ford GT at Detroit in January Well, here’s something that we can get behind: it seems that there may be some credence to reports from earlier this year regarding a revival of the Ford GT, and we may be getting it far sooner than 2017. In fact, if…
The New York Daily News Auto Awards were announced today, with Honda picking up three trophies as a result of this year’s rankings. The 2017 Honda CR-V, Fit, and Pilot all took top honors in their respective categories. The panel of eight Daily News automotive journalists chose vehicles that best represented the specific “DNA” of…
Today the 2017 Honda Fit hits dealerships, carrying a starting MSRP of $15,990 for the base LX model with 6-speed manual transmission (not including tax, license, registration fees, and $835 destination charge). A carryover model, the 2017 Fit offers a new exterior color, Lunar Silver metallic, to replace the outgoing Alabaster Silver metallic. Other than…
According to The Telegraph, the average driver spends around 32 hours stuck in traffic jams each year. Some predict that self-driving cars would make traffic worse. Others say that the cars would improve traffic, with their unique maneuverability and a pre-programmable option to not tailgate other cars. Two Berkeley grads, Anthony Barrs and Baiyu Chen,…
The 2015 Kia Sedona won a J.D. Power APEAL Award in the minivan segment Stereotyped as the typical mom-machine, the minivan segment constantly gets a bad rap, earning a reputation for providing parents with a practical—and extremely dowdy—method of transportation. That is, until the 2015 Kia Sedona. Kia has a foundation of shaking up the industry’s…
The Volvo Cars Safety Centre, which is responsible for the automaker’s safety ambitions, celebrates its 20th anniversary this year.… The all-new 2019 Subaru Ascent is kicking things off the right way… It’s getting increasingly difficult to earn the IIHS’s Top Safety Pick+ award,… A few years ago, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety started doing……
Autotrader has been providing helpful insights to car buyers and sellers since 1997. The site eventually introduced its “10 Best” lists, covering everything from the most valuable used trucks to off-road kings and the ideal cars for college grads. This year, the 2020 Kia Soul has been named one of the 10 Best Cars for…
New Matte Clear Film gives the 2024 Ford Mustang a satin-smooth finish Photo: Ford Ford is offering a new factory Matte Clear Film option for its 2024 Mustang, a first for the legendary pony. The upgrade will be available to order on all fastback models beginning Feb. 27 with deliveries set to get underway in…
With so many folks driving less these days, usage-based insurance policies for… This week, Ford Motor Company held a three-day virtual meeting for its… Ford is offering eligible new car customers in the United States up… Have you ever had your car wheels stolen? It sure does suck.… In celebration of Black History Month and…
With a legacy of power and luxury, Cadillacs are a natural pick for the silver screen. They’re versatile, too — they’ve served as everything from ghost-busting hero cars to wasteland warlord chariots. Let’s take a cruise though cinema history and see five of the coolest Cadillacs ever featured on film. Smart Sophistication: Cadillac Super Cruise…
Offred (R) Photo: Hulu Hulu’s latest original hit series The Handmaid’s Tale takes a terrifying look into a version of the future that seems just a bit too close to home to some viewers. Based off of Margaret Atwood’s bestselling book of the same name, the show takes place in the totalitarian theocracy of Gilead…
It was 41 years ago today that Elvis Presley died at his Graceland home. Most people old enough can recall where they were on 16th August 1977 upon hearing the news. His last car, a Cadillac Seville can be seen at @Beaulieu_Hants all images @motorpiclib pic.twitter.com/2bCgYDIWBH — Motoring Picture Lib (@motorpiclib) August 16, 2018 A…
Hugh Jackman puts the Toyota Levin through its paces Hugh Jackman has gotten a lot of praise for being a “true entertainer,” in the sense that he is versatile enough to both star in Hollywood blockbusters as a superhero with razor claws coming out of his knuckles, and host the Tony Awards and do a…
Why spend money overpaying a mechanic to do simple service work on… This article contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, The News Wheel… Automotive waste is a serious blight on the environment. But one component… This article contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, The News Wheel… If you’re a true gearhead, you view…
The Fast & Furious film franchise is filled with iconic automobiles. Still, none… Next to his music, Elvis Presley was also known for… Elvis’ 1955 pink Cadillac Fleetwood 60 recently took a 4,400-mile trip from… August 16 marks the 37th anniversary of the all-too-soon demise of “the…
2021 Chrysler Pacifica Photo: FCA For the fifth year in a row, the Chrysler Pacifica has earned the Consumer Guide Best Buy award. A fellow FCA model, the Ram 1500, also took home honors in the Large Pickup category for the 13th consecutive year. Award-winner: Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid dominates in 2020 AAA Car Guide Awards…
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is an independent, nonprofit organization that was established in 1959 in Arlington, Virginia, by three major insurance agencies. Over fifty-plus years, the IIHS has evolved to become one of the nation’s leading nonprofit scientific and educational organizations in the automotive industry and is increasingly committed to significantly decreasing…
The 2021 Ram 1500 Tradesman HFE EcoDiesel Photo: FCA Ram is adding a new model to its 2021 Ram 1500 lineup: the Tradesman HFE EcoDiesel. This model is the most efficient option in the lineup, as indicated by its High Fuel Efficiency designation. Learn More About the Truck: An overview of the 2021 Ram 1500…
The Ioniq 5 (background) and Ioniq 6 (foreground) Photo: Hyundai For 2024, the Hyundai lineup includes a pair of advanced electric vehicles — the Ioniq 5 and the Ioniq 6. Because of their many similarities, deciding between these models can present a challenge to consumers. This guide will help you compare the two EVs, pinpoint…
A classic, full-size sedan, the Chevrolet Impala has made a name for itself over the last handful of decades. With storage space, a high-tech interior, and hybrid-rivaling efficiency, the 2018 Chevrolet Impala rolls onto the lineup dressed to impress. The interior includes a variety of top-notch radio and technology features, working hard to keep you connected…
Doug Menkhaus’ “PWR O LUV” 1982 DeLorean DMC-12 parked outside of Dayton, Ohio’s Proto BuildBar As a recent BBC article pointed out, long before anyone in California had ever uttered the term “Silicon Valley,” the nucleus of technological breakthroughs in America was situated in the comparatively quaint city of Dayton, Ohio. In the early part…
Are you speaking to shoppers in the right way? Having spent so much of my life working in the automotive industry, I’ve learned a lot of things over the years–especially when it comes to making a sale. And one of the things I preach is that unfocused enthusiasm and fancy jargon do not make a sale. Customers…
2020 Chevrolet Suburban Premier Vehicles come and go every year, but the Chevy Suburban is one versatile SUV that’s stood the test of time. November 2019 marks the 85th year of continuous Suburban production, making it the industry’s longest-lived nameplate. More impressively yet, the hefty three-row SUV is the first vehicle to reach this milestone….
There was already plenty enough reason to be excited about the Infiniti Q50 Eau Rouge concept when we got our first look at it during the 2014 North American International Auto Show, and then again when we heard that engine roaring for the first time at Geneva. The only thing left to do was to…
Vacuuming your car’s interior is a great task to add to a spring-cleaning chores list Photo: Amazon Don’t forget to vacuum your car’s interior this spring when you’re deep-cleaning your house’s interior. Here are three highly-rated tools to get the job done right. Family-Friendly and Powerful: Learn more about the 2020 Silverado 1500 recent accolade…
Photo: Hyundai Even though it just came out, the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz has already collected its first honor — an award for best pickup truck of the year from the Northwest Automotive Press Association. Adventure Awaits: Meet the all-new 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz The Santa Cruz won for its style, its versatility, and how…
The Nissan GT-R is what you get when you look at a car and say, “I’d like that to go really fast, please.” So it seems, people have been saying that a lot, because this is the 45th anniversary of the worldwide release of the Nissan GT-R, for which Nissan has made a whole new…
Photo: Steve Jurveston via Flikr There’s a strong argument to be made that the most iconic vehicle in any movie about the Apollo Space Program should be some variant of the Saturn V rocket. Then again, that brings up the larger conversation about whether spacecraft should be qualified as vehicles. Regardless of where you come…
Photo: ©Honda Ever looked at the Honda Civic Type R hot hatchback and thought, “I don’t really want the car, but I’d love to get my hands on that sweet engine to put in another chassis”? Well now you can, thanks to the new Civic Type R crate engine program Honda has just launched at…
Photo: Morio via CC Adrian Newey, the most successful Formula 1 car designer of all time, and the man behind all of Red Bull Racing’s 13 championship victories, is set to leave the team with which he has spent half of his 36-year career. Newey’s contract with Red Bull Racing is good till the end…
2018 marked the inaugural year for the Buick Regal TourX, Buick’s station wagon variant of its Regal sedan. While most station wagons don’t sell all that well in the U.S., the Regal TourX actually managed to help boost sales for the Regal lineup as a whole. As such, the Buick Regal TourX returned in 2019…
Shopping for a new car, SUV, or truck is an exciting hunt, but it can be overwhelming. Even if you know the brand and model you want, there are still plenty of things to consider. You’ll need to compare trim levels as well as a long list of options before you drive away in a…
The Corvette is a classic nameplate in the performance car segment. With four different models to choose from — the Stingray, Grand Sport, Z06, and ZR1 — every driver can pick the Corvette that’s right for them. The Corvette Stingray sits at the base level of the lineup, offering impressive performance at a great price. Model…
It’s a three-peat win for the Ram 1500 as it takes home… The innovations in the 2019 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty not only make… The Ram Heavy Duty is already equipped for towing and hauling heavy… Even though FCA has delayed the launch of the redesigned Ram 1500… If you’re looking to buy a pickup…
Photo: Marc-Olivier Jodoin via Unsplash There aren’t many things people can agree on in today’s divided society, but one thing is universal among all drivers: hatred of potholes. They seem to appear out of nowhere and can cause major damage (either immediately or over time). It can be impossible to avoid them, especially in states…
Quick is never quick enough, which is why the all-powerful BMW M5 has been tweaked to offer faster and louder thrills. This high-performance executive sedan is setting even higher standards for performance, as the new 2019 BMW M5 is designed to elevate your adrenaline rushes to new heights. Experience a New Level of BMW: Learn…
Ford took unique inspiration when designing the four-way, adjustable cargo shelf that will enable owners of the new 2018 Ford EcoSport to carry heavy-duty items without breaking eggshells beneath them: bees. The adjustable parcel shelf was designed using recycled paper honeycomb that weighs only six pounds in total but is able to support up to…
Photo: GMC With its muscular capabilities, sophisticated design, and advanced technologies, the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 checks all the boxes — and more — for a well-rounded modern truck. For 2021, the Sierra is available in Sierra, SLE, Elevation, SLT, AT4, and Denali trims. It can be equipped with three different cab options, three different…
General Motors has always been highly involved with the US military, but lately has been stepping up its involvement in offering its alternative-fuel vehicles for military use, specifically with the Chevrolet Colorado ZH2 and the GM SURUS concept. Hard Work: Chevrolet has revived the Silverado 4500HD and 5500HD Now, General Motors has filed trademark applications…
Since the Oscars, many Americans like me have been trying to catch up and see all of the films nominated for the various awards, if only so you could sound like the smartest person at the coffee pot. Last week, I took a break from artistic indie films and went with a large group to…
The 2017 Lincoln MKX is a five-passenger luxury SUV that distinguishes itself from other premium competitors by simply offering more. The Black Label trim makes the purchasing process and ownership experience more personal than ever before, while features like 22-way power-adjustable seats and a 19-speaker sound system make you wonder at what point you no…
Even just a few years ago, the future of the Buick Regal line seemed rather uncertain. In response to this uncertainty, Buick made the bold choice to split the Regal into two separate models: the Buick Regal TourX and the Buick Regal Sportback. Ultimately, Buick’s bold move paid off, as Regal sales began to climb…
Imagine this, but bigger, fancier, and once driven by Tom Brady Photo: Cadillac Have you ever woken up with a sudden urge to own a celebrity’s vehicle? Sure, who hasn’t? It’s a chance to feel closer to our heroes, and an excellent conversation starter during road trips. It’s not often that an opportunity to actually…
The Volvo Cars Safety Centre, which is responsible for the automaker’s safety ambitions, celebrates its 20th anniversary this year.… In the coming days and weeks, countless drivers will be taking to… When dogs chase cars, they can end up in some scary and… It seems like a paradox — although there were fewer drivers on……
020 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Photo: GMC The editors at U.S. News & World Report assembled the 12 Most Reliable Pickup Trucks in 2020, based on reliability data from J.D. Power. Two GMC models — the Sierra 1500 and the Canyon — earned spots. Safe Driving Rests on Your Tires: Here’s how to know when…
Toyota takes a lot of pride in its current logo, even attributing much of the company’s success to the recognizable emblem. This pride is well-founded, as the company’s emblem quickly became one of the most recognizable automotive logos around the globe. The Japanese automaker put a lot of thought into its name and emblem, including…
The Toyota Camry was introduced to the United States in 1983 and has since been the bestselling passenger car in the country more often than not Back in June, Toyota built its 10 millionth vehicle at its plant in Georgetown, KY. The vehicle in question was a white Toyota Camry Hybrid, which worked out nicely,…
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