Winter Takes a Toll on Your Gas Tank

Whether you consider winter to be a magical frozen wonderland or more of an ice-covered and chilly nightmare, cold weather is an energy suck, requiring more power from heating systems in homes and fuel from vehicles. “Fuel economy tests show that, in short-trip city driving, a conventional gasoline car’s gas mileage is about 12 percent…

Ford Focus RS Option Pack Adds Limited-Slip Differential, Matte Black Roof and Mirror Caps

Ford last week revealed that it will be making a new Option Pack available for the Focus RS hot hatch that adds aesthetic and performance tweaks to the award-winning performance car. “Our new Focus RS Option Pack represents accessible performance at its finest,” said Leo Roeks, the newly-appointed Ford Performance Director for Europe. “Improving on…

2014 Ford Focus Overview

The 2014 Ford Focus is as efficient as it is stylish. The 2014 Ford Focus is available as either a sedan or a four-door hatchback. Regardless of the model, each flaunts the bold Ford grille, which is similar to that on the Focus’s larger cousin, the Fusion. The sculpted lines of the 2014 Ford Focus…

What’s New on the 2022 Infiniti Q60?

Photo: INFINITI The 2021 Infiniti Q60 came with some fairly major upgrades, so it’s no shock that the 2022 model is largely a carryover model. Notably, the Infiniti Q60 now boasts standard wireless Apple CarPlay for the latest model year. Looking for a Stylish New Ride? Here’s how to lease an Infiniti model Meet the…

10 Off-Road Driving Safety Tips

Off-road exploration is one of the most exciting ways to challenge your driving skills and experience the outdoors. However, like most adventurous hobbies, proper safety is integral to keeping the fun rolling. Here are a few tips to consider before you hit the trails. Ready for Adventure: The Chevy Blazer Keep others informed: Let a…

2015 Lincoln Navigator to Bow in Chicago

The Chicago Auto Show begins next week, and Lincoln is gearing up for its second big debut of the calendar year. (We first saw the all-new Lincoln MKC at Detroit earlier this month.) Next on the agenda is the 2015 Lincoln Navigator, which takes its bow on February 6. The front end is described as…

2021 Honda Pilot Starts at $32,250

Photo: Honda The 2021 Honda Pilot has finally launched with a starting price of $32,250, a $600 increase over the 2020 model. For that extra price bump, customers can expect several new standard features that are likely more than worth the cost. To begin, the 9-speed automatic that was previously offered only at the Touring…

2021 Honda Passport Overview

2021 Honda Passport Photo: Honda The Honda Passport was introduced in 1993 as the brand’s first entry in the now-packed SUV market in the U.S. Now in its third generation, the Passport is the second-largest vehicle in the lineup, coming in just after the Pilot. Not many updates arrived with the debut of the 2021…

2016 Audi S8 Plus Overview

The 2016 Audi S8 Plus is an all-wheel drive performance sedan with a starting MSRP of $114,900. The Audi S8 Plus provides lightning-fast acceleration, nimble handling, and a sophisticated interior. The new Audi S8 Plus competes in the same segment as the Porsche Panamera and Jaguar XJR Sedan. Celebrity Rides: You won’t believe these 5 stars…