Ever heard of the Toyota Mark X? Unless you’ve lived in Japan, the answer is probably not, because that’s the only place it’s sold. The rear-wheel-drive sedan is popular with Japanese drivers, and the new 2015 Toyota Mark X GRMN (Gazoo Racing Masters of Nurburgring) turns the everyday commuter into the wet dream of every…
Kia is planning to go greener than ever before. After recently announcing that it will be expanding the availability of the Soul EV, the South Korean carmaker has decided to celebrate. As Soul EV sales begin throughout Oregon today, Kia Motors America has announced its title sponsorship of the 2015 Plug & Pinot celebration. The 2015…
The 2021 Outlander Sport Photo: Mitsubishi Motors The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has received a number of updates for the 2021 model year. The most notable changes to the 2021 Outlander Sport are the addition of the new Limited Edition trim and the revision of the Black Edition trim. What’s New for the 2021 Mitsubishi Lineup?…
Honda has finally revealed further details about the pricing and EPA ratings for the all-new Insight sedan. The car will start at $22,830 (excluding an $895 destination charge) and will boast an estimated 55 mpg in the city, 49 mpg on the highway, and 52 mpg combined. The new hybrid will be available at three…
As Hyundai’s Genesis luxury brand fights to boost its sales and name recognition, it’s also preparing to take on one of the industry’s most iconic companies: Tesla. Speaking with Drive.au last month, Genesis Global Head Manfred Fitzgerald confirmed that the brand is planning to introduce a new electric vehicle platform in 2021. Genesis has been…
Photo: Hyundai Drivers looking for a little extra fun behind the wheel will soon have a new option in the Hyundai lineup: the 2021 Elantra N Line. Have a Need for Speed? Check out the 2020 Hyundai Veloster N Inspired by Hyundai’s high-performance N Brand, the Elantra N Line builds on the all-new Elantra with…
Source: Nissan Nissan is all about the Chicago Auto Show, using its press conferences there to launch refreshed models and introduce new appearance packages. This year, the brand brought out an all-new version of a popular crossover: the Pathfinder Rock Creek Edition. We Are Family: The Nissan Pathfinder is part of a large Nissan SUV…
2018 Toyota Sequoia TRD Sport (left) and 2018 Toyota Tundra TRD Sport (right) Toyota isn’t showing off any brand new models you’ve never seen before at the Chicago Auto Show, but it did bring several adventure-oriented versions of the models you know and love, such as TRD Sport variants for the 2018 Tundra and Sequoia,…
Cleveland Indians pitcher Shane Bieber had an important decision to make after the game Photo: Keith Allison Each year after the MLB All-Star Game, the Most Valuable Player is announced. As part of winning the prestigious title and a cool translucent bat trophy, the MVP typically gets to choose between owning one of two Chevrolet…
Pascal Wehrlein racing a Manor, which is not returning in 2017 Photo: Jen_ross83 Last week, I briefly mentioned that if Pascal Wehrlein felt aggrieved for not getting Nico Rosberg’s seat at Mercedes, he should at least feel relief in knowing he has a Formula 1 seat at all for the upcoming season—the reason being that…
Jeep recently announced that the Cherokee is due for a major model overhaul, which will debut during the 2019 model year. Changes to the Cherokee include a redesign of its often controversial front grille. Before that new model rolls out, Jeep has one more addition to the current generation of the Cherokee: the 2018 Jeep…
Long Island resident James Campbell’s wooden passenger Photo credit: Suffolk County Police Department A Long Island man was caught commuting in Long Island Expressway’s HOV lane with a wooden figure in a hoodie as his passenger. A Suffolk County Highway Patrol officer, who pulled the man over for speeding at 77 mph in the carpool-only…
Chevrolet’s Equinox is a smaller crossover that straddles the line between compact and mid-size, ever since it was first introduced back in 2005. It is currently in its second generation after it was remade for 2010, and now six years later, it is probably due for a redesign soon. However, the second generation isn’t ready…
Whether you’re packing the car to drive over the river and through the woods to see family this holiday season or you’re taking a well-deserved vacation, it’s important to make sure that your car is fully stocked for the road ahead. Check out my list of the 10 essential road trip accessories below, and let me…
The 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban Premier Plus special editions Chevrolet is giving Tahoe and Suburban buyers more opportunities to purchase a full-size SUV equipped with a 6.2-liter V8 engine. The brand recently introduced Tahoe and Suburban Premier Plus special editions featuring that popular V8, which delivers a robust 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of…
The Mazda MX-5 Miata has long stood as an icon on the roadways, a two-seat roadster with undeniably fun driving dynamics. Today, the MX-5 Miata is two model years out from the fourth-generation redesign, and continues to be improved, both in its soft top and targa-style hard top versions. More Mazda: If you can’t buy new,…
The 2016 Toyota Land Cruiser As a true truck-based SUV, the 2016 Toyota Land Cruiser is built to tackle tough terrain, while providing ample interior space for cargo and passengers alike. As in previous years, the Land Cruiser is offered in one trim level, which includes a plethora of deluxe features and amenities designed to…
Considering that we have been covering the approach to Jun. 24 for over six months, you should know what happened yesterday in Saudi Arabia. At midnight, the law of the land officially permitted Saudi Arabian women to drive. While some women waited until daylight to take their first trips, several women who were too excited…
2019 Ford F-150 Limited Photo: Ford Motor Company The 2019 Ford F-150 has earned scores of “Good” in every crashworthiness category tested by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, making it the only full-size pickup on the market to do so. The F-150 was one of just three full-size pickup trucks to earn a score…
The 2021 Acadia Elevation Photo: GMC U.S. News & World Report has compiled a list of the Safest Midsize SUVs in 2021, based primarily on the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ratings. The 2021 GMC Acadia performed well in crash tests, earning praise from the publication, and the 2021…
The new Honda FCV Concept, which was unveiled yesterday in Japan On Sunday, the Honda FCV Concept had its world premiere in the automaker’s home country of Japan. The car manufacturer’s new fuel-cell vehicle concept is intended to arrive at Japanese dealerships in March of 2016, followed by launches in Europe and the US. Showcasing…
Photo: Maserati The Maserati Ghibli Hybrid is officially the company’s first electrified model, combining a turbocharged engine with a mild-hybrid system. That’s not exactly a paradigm shift as far as electrified cars go, but the Ghibli Hybrid is only a taste of what’s to come for the brand. The new Ghibli Hybrid produces 325 horsepower…
The Ram 1500 Rebel Mojave Sand will become available in December of 2016 The Ram brand keeps rolling out special-edition versions of its trucks, with the newest addition being the Ram 1500 Rebel Mojave Sand, which is accompanied by the return of the popular Ignition Orange Sport package. The Rebel Mojave Sand package gets its…
The 2018 Chevrolet Cruze and Malibu are two popular passenger cars for drivers who value the latest technology, comfortable interior, and efficiency. Discover what makes each model unique to determine which one you should take home. Elevated Equinox: Family-friendly and efficient crossover [wptab name=’Dimensions’] 2018 Chevy Cruze Hatchback Dimensions The Cruze boasts a body length of…
Anton Yelchin has passed away at the age of 27 after a tragic accident Gene Roddenberry, Leonard Nimoy, DeForest Kelley, and James Doohan were joined by another member of the Star Trek family—a member who was taken from us much too soon. Early Sunday morning, news broke concerning the death of Anton Yelchin, the actor…
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