2020 Kia Stinger Photo: Kia On the heels of three award wins at the Chicago Auto Show, Kia has been praised yet again, this time by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Six vehicles from the Kia lineup were given the 2020 Top Safety Pick rating. When equipped with front crash prevention and specific headlights,…
2021 Honda HR-V Sport Photo: Honda What some may not know is that the Honda HR-V actually made its debut in 1997 at the Tokyo Motor Show. It was marketed exclusively in Japan and didn’t make its way to the U.S. until 2013 when the second generation was unveiled at the Detroit Auto Show. Now…
Photo: Infiniti The 2021 Infiniti Q60 and Q50 are similar vehicles in many respects, but the two luxury cars have their differences in terms of tech, size, and efficiency. Here’s a look at what sets these two models apart from each other. Spacious and Luxurious: Check out the 2021 Infiniti Q50 Powertrain Photo: INFINITI The…
Photo: INFINITI Editor’s note: Period for 17,866 vehicles sold corrected from June to Q2 Infiniti sales continue to rebound strongly from lagging figures in 2020. The luxury automaker moved 17,866 models during Q2, which accounted for an 11 percent increase from the prior year. Here’s a look at the month’s hottest sellers. A Fan Favorite…
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: INFINITI Infiniti sales continue to rebound strongly from lagging figures in 2020. The luxury automaker moved 17,866 models during the second quarter, which accounted for an 11 percent increase from the prior year. Here’s a look at the month’s hottest sellers. A Fan Favorite for a Reason: Shop for the Infiniti QX50 Bestselling models…
Photo: Nissan With a starting price of $14,930, the Nissan Versa is a value-oriented compact car that offers basic comfort features, along with a surprising amount of high-tech amenities. It has class-leading driver safety tech along with commuter-friendly efficiency. The 2021 Nissan Versa is offered at three trim levels: S, SV, and SR. Looking for…
Ford earlier this year announced the Special Service Vehicle iterations of both its 2018 Ford Explorer and F-150. Now, Ford has revealed that it will also be offering the new and improved F-150 in the form of the first pursuit-rated pickup truck ever built: the 2018 Ford F-150 Police Responder. In the immortal words of…
Photo: Falkenpost While traffic was down in 2020, dangerous driving, crashes, and road deaths were on the rise. Texas roadways experienced this trend, too, and there’s a completely preventable cause for some of these incidents — distracted driving. That’s why TxDOT released its new “Talk. Text. Crash.” ad campaign. Safeguard Your Car: Learn about auto…
Here are some ways to boost roadside safety if you live with hearing impairment Driving with hearing loss has its unique challenges. Here are a handful of strategies to help keep you safer behind the wheel so you can focus more on enjoying the ride. Safe and Dependable: Meet the Buick Envision Give your hearing…
2022 Kia EV6 GT Photo: Kia Update (6/7/2021): Due to technical difficulties, the EV6 First Edition pre-order website was closed on June 3. The site is expected to re-open on Tuesday, June 8 at 1 p.m. EST. Less than a month ago, Kia debuted its first dedicated battery electric vehicle: the 2022 Kia EV6. The…
The head-up display in the GMC Sierra Denali Photo: General Motors Envisics is a startup that’s working on re-creating head-up display and adding augmented reality to the system. GM Ventures and other companies have invested a total of $50 million in the startup so far and plan to implement the new display in upcoming vehicles….
From left to right: Susan Lampinen, Dr. Will Cole, Seamus Mullen and Elise Loehnen Photo: Lincoln Motor Company Ever heard of goop? Not the substance that’s kind of like what you’d imagine spooling from the jaws of an alien creature before it chomps down on your face. No, we’re talking goop, the lifestyle brand that…
Wards editors complemented the quality of materials and striking design found in the Camaro SS’s cabin Photo: © General Motors Editors from WardsAuto spent February and March evaluating 47 vehicles with either all-new or significantly redesigned interiors, and the 2016 Camaro SS was one of the vehicles that made the magazine’s annual list of 10 Best Interiors….
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”]…
Backseat drivers are one of the evils of the driving experience. That is especially true when they’re dropping string cheese between the seats and messing with all the systems. That brings us to an NBC/Nissan joint video featuring The Voice’s Adam Levine and Blake Shelton driving in the new Nissan Maxima to show Levine’s and…
The Hauk Hellcat Jeep Wrangler Unlimited offers the Wrangler’s classic good looks with a big boost in power There’s just something about a Jeep Wrangler that makes me drool a little bit whenever I see one. It’s a personal preference of mine—I am, without a doubt, fully in the Wrangler cult. And if you add…
The 2018 Honda CR-V is a family-friendly compact crossover and the best-selling vehicle in Honda’s lineup. And it’s no surprise: with class-leading interior space, good fuel economy and generous standard amenities, including a full suite of active safety tech, the CR-V is a no-brainer purchase for shoppers of all kinds. The 2018 Honda CR-V is…
2021 Chevrolet Equinox Photo: Chevrolet The 2021 Chevrolet Equinox remains mainly unchanged for the new model year. But who’s complaining when it’s such a well-rounded ride? It builds on the previous model year’s reputation for being an efficient, versatile, and modern compact SUV that’s suited for family life. Put the Fun Back Into Driving: Find…
2014 Lincoln MKT Exterior A split-wing grille and sharp design create a modern profile that represents Lincoln luxury perfectly. With wraparound tail lamps and a sleekly curved rear, the 2014 Lincoln MKT makes sure to leave an impression on those cars it passes with its outstanding power. Add the power panoramic, all-glass Vista Roof and…
2013 Hyundai Accent There aren’t very many changes for the 2013 Hyundai Accent with the exception of a few new standard features, allowing the manual-transmission GLS to offer the same standard equipment as the automatic GLS. 2013 Hyundai Accent Exterior Offered in either a sedan or a hatchback body style, the 2013 Accent brings a…
Volvo’s new interior concept can be used to relax or for work purposes The Volvo luxury car brand recently used the Beijing Auto Show as the platform to showcase its new S90 Excellence interior concept. Did You Hear? World Car of the Year 2016 goes to new Mazda MX-5 Miata This Volvo concept is particularly…
When the weather heats up heading toward summer, so does the book publishing industry. There are many new books coming out in the coming months and, if you’re a committed bookworm like me, the impending literary tsunami looks pretty intimidating. While you can’t turn the pages of an actual tome when you’re behind the wheel,…
The Chevrolet Silverado HD emerged victorious from J.D. Power’s 2019 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study. It secured the title for the most dependable large heavy-duty pickup category, leaving rivals like the Ford Super Duty in the dust. Vehicle dependability is on the rise As a whole, this year’s study indicated a 4 percent improvement in overall dependability for three-year-old…
Photo: The News Wheel Being with family is one of the best parts of being home, but what if your home is mobile and part of your family is feline? Cats are naturally skittish animals, so taking a trip in a recreational vehicle can be difficult for them —but not impossible. If you’re looking to…
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