Cars.com ‘Best of 2017’ Award Goes to Chrysler Pacifica Minivan

The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica (left) and Pacifica Hybrid (right) introduced nearly 40 new innovations to the minivan segment Just to recap, the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica has already earned the North American Utility Vehicle of the Year Award at this year’s Detroit Auto Show, but that hasn’t stopped even more trophies from rolling in for this minivan,…

Nissan Altima Named to US News’ List of 9 Best Midsize Cars for the Money in 2020

2020 Nissan Altima Photo: Nissan The 2020 Nissan Altima is a stylish sedan equipped with the automaker’s advanced safety technologies and a well-appointed cabin. The midsize sedan also delivers impressive value, according to the editors at U.S. News & World. It snagged a spot on their list of the 9 Best Midsize Cars for the…

Car History: What's the Purpose of the Glove Box?

Photo: The News Wheel There are many features in cars that we take for granted without knowing where they came from. Consider the glove box. Also called the glove compartment or glovie, this small storage nook is tucked under the dashboard by the front passenger seat. These days, it’s simply used for stowing the owner’s manual, tissues, pens,…

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Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee Archives

Cinematic classics, so-bad-they’re-good misfires, and beloved TV shows — all these and… Jerry Seinfeld will be back in the driver’s seat and on your… Season 10 of Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee is officially out on… Jerry Seinfeld is known for his stand-up comedy shows, his self-titled hit… While many may watch Jerry Seinfeld‘s hit…

Number of Third-Row Seat Thefts for GM SUVs Is Reportedly on the Rise

When GM marketed “removable” third-row seats, this is definitely not what they had in mind Unfortunately, it’s not that uncommon to hear of thieves stealing items located within parked vehicles, such as GPS devices, laptops, or phones. What’s more uncommon is hearing about thieves running off with components of the vehicles themselves. Still, there seems to…

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Life After Parenting: Choosing the Right Car as an Empty Nester

Congratulations! You’ve successfully raised your children, put them through school, and gotten them to move out of your house. Now it’s time to turn in that minivan (which is on its last leg) for a replacement car. Before you go and celebrate your freedom with the sports coupe you’ve always wanted, you have to consider how the…

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Buckle Up: The History of Seatbelts

Despite their ordinary appearance, seat belts have an intriguing origin story Photo: The News Wheel It’s easy to take modern seat belts for granted — but they weren’t always a standard safety feature in vehicles. Here’s a brief glimpse at the fascinating history of car seat belts. Quality Parts: Order new parts for your vehicle…

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How Often Should You Detail Your Car?

So fresh and so clean (clean) My wife is currently in the process of preparing to sell her SUV in hopes of upgrading to a newer vehicle with more advanced features (and fewer concerns about major maintenance). Part of that process involves cleaning it inside and out, with the cabin being much more of a…

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Top 4 Car Features for One-Car Families

Make the most of your family’s one vehicle by going with a few smart features If your family is considering going down to just one vehicle for environmental reasons, financial reasons, or both, there are a few key characteristics to look for in your ride. Here are four features that will make your family’s one-car…

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