The Audi RS 7 is a highly-rated sports car that’s fully loaded and ready to take on the road. Its calm looks will ease you into a false sense of security, but that’s when the power really kicks in. Thinking of Making a Purchase? Estimate your payments with this calculator [wptab name= “What’s New”] What’s New…
Photo: GM If you’re a fan of the Buick Enclave, you have good reason to anticipate the 2020 version of the model. Per GM Authority, this version of the Enclave will expand its technologies while refreshing its exterior and adding more cabin comforts. Buick marketing boss Phil Brook articulates the consumer-focused updates in store for…
At first glance, the 2019 Chevy Traverse and Tahoe appear to be similar models. A closer look reveals each one’s strengths, however. Here’s a brief comparison of these two SUVs to help you decide which one suits your needs and lifestyle the best. Shopper’s Dilemma: Discover whether leasing or buying would suit you best 2019…
The 2017 Volvo XC90 is a mid-size luxury SUV that carries a starting MSRP of $45,750. The Volvo XC90 underwent an extensive redesign two years ago and has since been rewarded with numerous industry awards, including being named SUV of the Year by Motor Trend. Available in front-wheel or all-wheel drive, the ‘17 Volvo XC90…
2013 Buick Enclave The 2013 Buick Enclave sees some significant updates for 2013, with changes to exterior styling, interior design and quality, suspension tuning and plenty of new features added. Buick’s new InteliLink electronics interface has also been added. RELATED: Favorite Buick Vehicles 2013 Buick Enclave Exterior The Buick Enclave is a full-size crossover SUV that…
If you haven’t been paying attention to the 2015 Lincoln MKC, you might want to start. The MKC has been selling like the proverbial hotcake in its first two months of sales, leading even some of Lincoln’s biggest critic to admit that the luxury brand competitor has a pulse. Rumors of Lincoln’s death may have…
Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet History The Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet was first introduced in the 2010, leaving the car industry speechless. With its introduction, Nissan silently reminded the world that they are perfectly capable of designing something that might be outrageous, but you will still want in your garage. Related: Nissan Concept 2020 Finally Unveiled Early History…
Audi has made blind-spot monitoring and power-folding mirrors standard equipment on the 2014 S6, and the all-new Black Optic package is now available to further enhance the already-impressive curb appeal of the 2014 Audi S6. 2014 Audi S6 Exterior When a vehicle carries the moniker of a super sports sedan like the 2014 Audi S6,…
Chrysler on “Road to Greatness” with 2013 Chrysler Town & Country Just in time for the 2013 World Series, Chrysler is running a new commercial called “Road to Greatness.” The commercial shows images of Miguel Cabrera, the Detroit Tigers third baseman and arguably the most feared bat in the Major Leagues currently, practicing his craft…
The new year comes with a new, lower price for the 2014 Hyundai Azera due to two new trim levels added to the model lineup. The Azera’s steering has also seen a bit of a tweak, making it more precise. 2014 Hyundai Azera Exterior With lines that look as if they were chiseled by Ancient…
2020 Chevrolet Colorado Photo: Chevrolet If you’re in the market for a great deal on a great truck, you might want to check out the 2020 Chevrolet Colorado. This mid-size truck was recently named the most affordable truck on the road with a price tag of just $22,495 for an extended-cab model. Shop. Click. Drive….
2014 Buick LaCrosse In addition to refreshed interior and exterior styling, the Buick LaCrosse has received new radar and sensory technology in 2014, including adaptive cruise control, rear cross-traffic alert, and lane change alerts. RELATED: 2014 Buick LaCrosse Specifications 2014 Buick LaCrosse Exterior The LaCrosse has been at the center of Buick’s rejuvenation as a luxury…
2013 Nissan Maxima The 2013 Nissan Maxima gets new packages—including Value, Bose Audio, and Sport—as well as a new Pearl White exterior color. 2013 Nissan Maxima Exterior Nissan incorporated coupe-like design cues into the 2013 Nissan Maxima’s mid-size sedan body, which it describes as “liquid motion.” There’s definitely a bit of sportiness that can be…
Lincoln MKT History The Lincoln MKT entered the market at the perfect time for Lincoln—in 2010, just when the brand was looking to revamp its luxury image. Since then, while the MKT has produced some less than stellar sales, the full-size crossover SUV has still made an impression on consumers across the country, helping Lincoln…
The 2013 Chevrolet Traverse gets several new updates including an exterior facelift, upgraded interior materials, new safety features, and a new electronic interface. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse Exterior The Traverse is Chevrolet’s large crossover SUV and looks almost completely redesigned for 2013. However, just a few moderate changes have done the trick. The signature split grille…
Mitsubishi crashes into cab because why not There’s not really a whole lot to say about the following video, apart from mentioning that it depicts an accident that took place in Taiwan sometime last month that involved a distracted driver crashing her Mitsubishi maybe-Outlander-maybe-Fuzion-definitely-large-and-coming-this-way into a taxicab, getting the wheels up onto the side of…
2014 Nissan 370Z Sharp lines, a low center of gravity, and short wheelbase combine to make the 2014 Nissan 370Z look like a fun drive. The dramatic roofline adds a touch of the unique to the streamlined profile, while the splashy headlights add a lot of spunk to the front façade, making it the perfect…
The 2015 Cadillac Escalade with Bose® Centerpoint® Surround Sound System Last week, Cadillac announced that its 2015 Escalade would be getting an audiophile’s dream come true: the Bose® Centerpoint® surround sound system, which the automaker is touting as the most advanced Bose system to find its way inside a Caddy. Audio sophistication has reached new…
General Motors’ joint venture with SAIC in China, SAIC-GM-Wuling, just opened its first manufacturing site outside of the People’s Republic, choosing Indonesia as the location for its new plant. The $700 million manufacturing site takes up 60,000 square meters of Cikarang, Indonesia, and has the annual capacity of 120,000 vehicles. The facility started operation yesterday,…
General Motors is continuing to establish itself in the ever-growing Chinese market through its joint ventures in the country. And just today, SAIC-GM-Wuling officially launched the Baojun E100, the brand’s first fully-electric vehicle. The quirky little car is available in two variants and can be had for as low as RMB 35,800, after national and…
Yesterday SAIC-GM-Wuling officially launched the all-new Baojun 310 Wagon, three months after the model made its global debut at Auto Shanghai 2017. The Baojun 310 Wagon combines the affordability of an entry-level passenger car with the practicality and spaciousness of a wagon. The car extends its long wheelbase to 2,750 mm, and can double its…
The Outlander PHEV won “Best Green Development” in the annual Techie Awards Well fancy that: turns out that the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is not just the “Best Alternative Fuel Vehicle” in the UK, but it is also the proud recipient of the “Best Green Development” Award which it won in BusinessCar’s annual Techie Awards. Meanwhile,…
2013 Subaru BRZ Gone is the typical rugged, outdoorsy styling of the Subaru lineup. The 2013 BRZ is bringing something completely unique to the brand’s lineup—a large amount of sex appeal. Built as part of a partnership between Toyota and Scion, the 2013 BRZ combines a sleek body with beautifully curved lines to create one…
The quest of the Honda Aircraft Company to put their HondaJet into service next year took another step forward on June 27 when Honda celebrated a successful initial flight from the first production version of the aircraft. “With this first flight, the HondaJet program has entered the next exciting phase as we prepare for delivery,”…
The Mitsubishi Plug-In Commercial Vehicle (aka an Outlander PHEV minus a couple of seats) will debut at CENEX 2014 Who says that sports cars, minivans, and sedans get all the glamour? Why must small cars be the only vehicles that bear a hybrid badge? Where is it written that a whole article cannot be composed…
2019 Ram 1500 Limited The 144th Kentucky Derby is set to race on Saturday, May 5, and in honor of being the official truck of Churchill Downs® and the celebrated derby for the ninth time, Ram is revealing a limited, special edition truck. The Ram 1500 Limited Kentucky Derby Edition is a version of the…
Jennifer Lopez will be one of a dozen artists performing at Fashion Rocks 2014 September 9 on CBS. Photo: Ana Carolina Kley Vita Practically the entire world has had Miata fever since the announcement that Mazda would be reviving and producing this year’s Fashion Rocks in order to promote the 25th anniversary of the Mazda…
Hold onto your butts! Photo:Fisher-Price Jurassic Park is celebrating its 25th anniversary later this year, and even after two and a half decades, it remains one of the highest-grossing movies of all time. While the dinosaurs on display are the most obvious icons of the film, the Jurassic Park Jeep has also served as symbol…
Porsche also ranked highest among all nameplates in the 2015 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study Coming in first place just doesn’t get old for Porsche. For the 11th straight year, Porsche was rated highest among nameplates in the J.D. Power APEAL Awards. The APEAL awards are based on the results of surveys that consumers fill out after owning a…
Photo: Takayuki Suzuki Formerly known as Formula Nippon, the Super Formula series is the highest category of open-wheel racing in Japan. Though it originated as the Japanese leg of the Formula 2 championship, Super Formula is now a standalone series more akin to the United States’ IndyCar than to a traditional feeder series for Formula One—nonetheless,…
Lance Stroll, winner of the 2016 FIA Formula 3 Championship Photo: Chris501 Off to a Racing Weekend? You’ll probably need an RV The FIA European Formula 3 Championship is a high-level feeder series for drivers seeking a Formula One seat. It was known as the Formula 3 Euro Series from 2003 to 2012 before it…
The 2017 Nissan Pathfinder was released as a refreshed model this year, and it is quickly winning over customers and reviewers alike. This month, Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com recognized it as one of its “12 Best Family Cars of 2017” in its recent list. Considering the roominess and capability of the three-row SUV, we’re not…
In Canada, the land to our north, Nissan sells a sub-compact car called the Nissan Micra. While usually cars that small are more about getting from place to place than driving fun, the automaker has turned the affordable car into a racing opportunity. This weekend marks the first summer event in the Nissan Micra Cup,…
The new Mitsubishi compact crossover will take some design cues from the eX Concept (pictured above) Since Mitsubishi’s announcement that it will focus its production mostly on SUVs, the industry has been waiting to see what the Japanese carmaker has in store for its lineup. Now, it looks like we’ve got a glimpse of what’s…
2019 all-new Volkswagen Arteon debuts at 2018 Chicago Auto Show The much-anticipated Volkswagen Arteon made a bright statement with its U.S. debut at the 2018 Chicago Auto Show. The midsize sedan, designed to be a flagship of Volkswagen in the states, boasts power, space, innovative tech, and a graceful design. Learn How: To beat the…
Xenon headlights are now standard for the Lexus ES Hybrid, while ventilated seats are offered as an option for those sedans with the NuLuxe leatherette upholstery. The Display Audio package also now offers Siri Eyes Free compatibility for newer iPhones 2014 Lexus ES Hybrid Exterior Some might think that the 2014 ES Hybrid has such…
Do you often times find yourself admiring images of the 2015 Mustang and singing (be it in your head or, inexplicably, aloud) Paula Cole’s “I Don’t Wanna Wait?” Then we’ve got just the thing for you, dear reader: the 2015 Ford Mustang configurator is now live for your perusal! If you often times find yourself…
Last week, Toyota blew our mind by revealing a candid shot of the all-new 2016 Tacoma’s rear end, and we marveled at its taillights, bumper, and ability to go through large puddles. Today, the automaker is going a step further by releasing a tantalizing image of the Tacoma’s front, revealing even more about the redesigned…
2014 Nissan Murano At first glance, it’s easy to see that the 2014 Nissan Murano is not your typical midsize crossover. With an extremely sculpted body and a curved rear end that features protruding headlights, there’s an almost futuristic feel to the Murano that you don’t normally find in its segment. A lip on the…
Toyota Highlander History The Toyota Highlander is a midsize crossover SUV based on the Toyota Camry platform, but with the versatility of an SUV. The Highlander became the first car-based midsize SUV, and is the counterpart to the more rugged, truck-based midsize 4Runner. Related: Refreshed and Ready – The 2015 Toyota Camry Early History The…
Cadillac recently introduced the 2014 ATS Crimson Sport Edition, which is already becoming one of the most popular models in its lineup. The 2014 ATS Crimson Sport Special Edition is a unique new version of the already-loved ATS Sedan. The special edition ATS is expected to hit show rooms later this month, and be available…
2015 Nissan Quest pricing announced Nissan is rolling out the 2015 version of its Quest minivan, and it has announced that the latest model will boast a $26,530 starting price (not including the $885 destination and handling fees), which marks a $310 increase over the 2014 model. The biggest amendments made for the 2015 Quest…
2013 Scion xB The 2013 Scion xB receives revised interior and exterior styling, including a new front bumper, seat fabric, and optional BeSpoke Premium Audi system. 2013 Scion xB Exterior The 2013 Scion xB is perfect for consumers who will not tolerate any sort of roundness to their vehicle (excepting the wheels, of course). Its…
The 2014 Chevy Traverse flaunts the sleek styling of a compact crossover combined with the unrivaled versatility of a large SUV. The bold exterior design begins with a simplistic, yet aggressive front grille, and its dynamic curb appeal is boosted by standard 17-inch steel wheels. |2014 Chevy Traverse Specifications| 2014 Chevy Traverse Performance There is…
WANT We are but a day away from the 50th Anniversary of the Ford Mustang, so what better time for the automaker to announce the Mustang 50 Year Limited Edition model. When Ford says limited here, they certainly mean it: only 1,964 examples will be manufactured as an homage to the year in which America’s…
2013 Ford Fusion Energi The 2013 Ford Fusion Energi is redesigned with more dramatic styling, better fuel economy, and MyFord Touch technology. 2013 Ford Fusion Energi Exterior The 2013 Ford Fusion Energi took styling to another level for the 2nd generation of the model. The elegant poise, curvaceous sheet metal, and wider body give it…
Photo: Raniel Diaz Juan Pablo Montoya has been tipped to make his 24 Hours of Le Mans debut with United Autosport this year. According to French media outlets Le Maine Libre and Auto Hebdo, the two-time Indy 500 winner is in talks with the team to race one of its Ligier JS P217 prototypes. This…
The industry caught its first sight of the newest Mitsubishi crossover in California Photo: Twitter Earlier this year, Mitsubishi announced its plan to introduce a new crossover or SUV every year until 2021. Now, it looks like the Japanese carmaker is living up to this promise. The brand’s newest crossover was recently spotted undergoing testing in the…
Each year the Automotive Science Group™ assesses hundreds of vehicles in an attempt to find those that truly stand out within their classes and with respect to their environmental, economic, and all-around performance. The environmental performance metric focuses on each vehicle’s life-cycle carbon footprint measured by CO2-equivalent emissions, from the materials extracted to build the…
The Mitsubishi Lancer has undergone a redesign for the 2016 model year Mitsubishi recently revealed the 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer and we have to say—we didn’t think it could get any sportier. Turns out, we were wrong. The newest Lancer has undergone a complete redesign and it’s more stylish than ever before. With a more sculpted…
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