Jay Leno Drives the 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle Recoil

Jay Leno drives a 1,000 hp 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle Recoil The custom 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle Recoil that debuted at SEMA last year had a distinct advantage over a lot of the other vehicles there: you could actually drive it. Although the Kia Beermobile was a drool-inducing thing of beauty, a bar on wheels isn’t exactly…

Toyota Reveals 2017 TRD Pro Tacoma at Chicago Auto Show

The 2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro At last year’s Detroit Auto Show, Toyota unveiled the redesigned Tacoma truck for the world to see. Fast-forward just over a year, and the 2016 Tacoma has proven to be a top seller for the Japanese automaker. However, Toyota’s not satisfied with its current Tacoma lineup. In fact, Toyota…

How Ford Cut 250 Extra Pounds from 2015 F-150

The steering knuckles of a 2014 F-150 and the 2015 F-150 Ford went to extreme lengths to make sure that the 2015 Ford F-150 is not only the smartest and most-capable truck that it has ever built, but also the lightest and most efficient. To accomplish an incredible decrease in the new F-150’s weight compared…

Isachsen, Lasek Re-sign with Subaru Rally Team USA

Bucky Lasek and Sverre Isachsen have resigned with Subaru Rally Team USA Subaru is reporting that accomplished drivers, Sverre Isachsen and Bucky Lasek, have renewed their multi-year contracts with Subaru Rally Team USA, meaning both men will take the wheel in the Red Bull Global Rallycross Championship and the Summer X Games under the Subaru…

Infiniti Q70L Bespoke Edition Debuts at Auto Shanghai

Infiniti unveiled the Q70L Bespoke Edition on Sunday during the opening ceremonies of Auto Shanghai 2015. The Bespoke Edition features what Infiniti calls a “concept car-inspired interior,” featuring high-quality craftsmanship and materials that would fit right in with the distinguished tastes of Chinese luxury shoppers. Apart from the upgrade to the interior, the Q70L Bespoke…

Toyota Avalon Awarded Five-Star Safety Rating from NHTSA

Since its Chicago debut last week, the 2016 Avalon has been the talk of the automotive industry. The heavily refreshed model continues Toyota’s aim to make style a higher priority in its models, while still offering its customers the reliability and affordability they have come to expect. But before the 2016 Avalon hits dealerships, it’s…

Ford Named ‘Most Innovative Volume Brand 2015’ at AutomotiveINNOVATIONS Awards

For semi-autonomous driver and safety technologies including but not limited to Active Park Assist and Active City Stop, Ford Motor Company was named “Most Innovative Volume Brand 2015” at the 10th annual AutomotiveINNOVATIONS Awards in Frankfurt. Ford was named the winner after Germany’s Center of Automotive Management determined that Ford’s technological advances were the most…

Febreze In-Wash Odor Eliminator Review

My household is a big customer of Febreze products–bedroom mist, fabric refresher, even the car vent clip (which my wife reviewed). While we’re not terribly picky about our laundry–typically buying the generic detergent–we are picky about the way our home and car smell. So when I was approached to test out the new-and-improved Febreze In-Wash…

Ford Announces Upgrades for 2016 Ford Mustang GT

2016 Ford Mustang GT Black Package The 2015 Mustang is selling at an incredible clip, but Ford isn’t content to keep its next-gen pony untouched for the 2016 model year. To help keep its V8-powered variant fresh when its closest competitor draws closer to launching its sixth-generation Camaro, Ford has announced a number of changes…

Dog Drives Tractor Through Fence and Onto Highway, Is a Good Boy

Don the dog drives tractor through fence and onto highway Photo: Traffic Scotland’s Twitter Yesterday, a sheepdog named Don managed to commandeer his owner’s tractor and take it out for a spin, cruising for some young pups on what STV News calls a “busy motorway.” Miraculously, no one—human, dog, or otherwise—was injured, though traffic was…

Closer Looks at the 2019 Hyundai Veloster & Veloster N [PHOTOS & SPECS]

Those keeping tabs on the NAIAS this week in Detroit will be surprised by what Hyundai is showcasing. Instead of the brand’s typical eco-friendly, family-oriented image, Hyundai promoting a new reputation for street and track performance in the forms of the redesigned 2019 Veloster and brand-new Veloster N. Seven years after Hyundai debuted the Veloster at NAIAS, the…

Clever Hyundai India Commercial for i20 Active Brings Crosswalks to Life

He’s breaking out and cutting loose! Photo: Hyundai India via YouTube The Hyundai i20 Active has enjoyed a successful month following its debut in March–especially since it avoided the bad press the Elite i20 received over safety concerns recently. This wave of popularity includes an entertaining commercial released by Hyundai India that promotes the active…

Chrysler Pacifica Earns Back-To-Back Top Pick Titles

2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Photo: FCA Media The most awarded minivan this year and last is taking home another distinction, and this specific award is very near and dear to the Chrysler’s heart. “To have Chrysler Pacifica win back-to-back awards from the AutoTRADER.ca judges is further validation of the innovation and leadership we maintain in…

Chevy Impala Named Best Large Sedan by Consumer Reports 

Consumer Reports recognizes the 2015 Chevy Impala The Oscars may have come and gone, but awards season hasn’t quite ended, and Chevrolet is going to make the most of it while there’s still time left. After earning three awards from the recent J.D. Power Dependability Study (and ranking tenth overall among all auto brands), Chevy…

Marshawn Lynch’s Special Edition Jeep Is a True Beast

Marshawn Lynch has created 24 special edition “Beast Mode” Jeep Wranglers Photo: Twitter There are few things in this world that are more beastly than Seattle Seahawks’ running back Marshawn Lynch when he’s out on the field. With his explosive power, intimidating smack talk, and tendency to enjoy a nice bag of Skittles during a…