If you’re one of the 80 percent of Americans who drive with a canine co-pilot, you probably care about your pet’s comfort and safety. That’s why we’ve put together this quick and easy guide to help you choose the perfect Buick model for your canine companions. Fuel-Efficient Fun: The 2020 Buick Encore GX 2020 Buick…
Photo: Lloyd Arnold “Auto racing, bull fighting, and mountain climbing are the only real sports…all the others are games.” –Ernest Hemingway Quite a few literature geeks appreciate Hemingway for his vivid, terse writing style, as well as his badass way of life that enhanced the ruggedness of his prose. However, some people might not know…
We know it’s always the other guy. The one who’s driving too slow, too fast, too aggressively, too mindlessly…the one who can’t park between the lines, parks too close to your side…the list of finding fault in other drivers is endless, and in some cases, totally applicable. There are bad drivers out there—a lot of…
2019 Chrysler Pacifica Since its debut, the autoTRADER.ca Top Pick Awards have singled out the Chrysler Pacifica. The award-winning minivan continues to impress the editors with its minivan-segment leading styling, technology, and especially its innovative powertrains that include a hybrid option. Check Out: 2018 Chrysler Pacifica overview “Our editorial team put every vehicle on the…
Two views of the new Holden Acadia The GMC Acadia is almost set for its Australian debut as the Holden Acadia. General Motors’ Australian subsidiary, Holden, will offer the Acadia in its lineup toward the end of this year, nearly two years after it was first announced. It’s the first time Holden has brought a GMC…
The Buick LaCrosse was ranked no. 1 in the Large Car segment in J.D. Power’s 2018 Vehicle Dependability Study Over a lifetime of watching television, you’ve probably watched countless car commercials — and many have probably included boasts about how the vehicle is highly rated by J.D. Power. So, just what (or who) is this…
GWC Founder and CEO Reshma Saujani and GM Chairman and CEO Mary Barra The automotive world got a bit of a shake this month as it was announced that Ford CEO Mark Fields was being fired. Sorry, we meant that Mark Fields “retired” and was replaced by Jim Hackett less than three years after Fields…
For Cadillac fans, the new 2020 XT6 has been one of the top highlights this summer. Excitement for this model has pervaded the market. Consumer Reports ranked it among its annual New 2020 Cars Worth Waiting For list. While the XT6 has definitely been one of the most anticipated debuts for 2019, you’ve got to…
Photo: Kia Media Buyers interested in a Kia vehicle will have a unique shopping buddy. Today, Kia Motors America (KMA) revealed a shopping assistant—powered by artificial intelligence (AI)—called “Kian.” Kian will help prospective buyers learn valuable details about Kia vehicles via Facebook Messenger. Kian will inform buyers on local inventory, product information, comparable competitive vehicles…
We all think safety is important, but somehow safety has a way of feeling even more important than usual when our kids are sitting in the back of the car. That’s why Mitsubishi’s new “Kids Talk Safety” ad campaign for the 2017 Outlander puts kids in the spotlight—literally, as the kids are the ones presenting…
What design changes will Helen Emsley have in store for new Buick models? Photo: © General Motors The design boss at GMC, Helen Emsley, has taken over the same leadership role at Buick, according to a report by Automotive News (subscription required). Interior Design: Learn more about the advanced tech equipment that’s available with new…
As we reported earlier this month, GM is set to release two versions of the Velite 6 in China: a plug-in hybrid and an electric vehicle. If you think the Velite 6 looks strikingly similar to GM’s Volt plug-in hybrid, you’d be right; it’s simply the model name that the brand is using to introduce a Volt-inspired…
For years now, Buick has been making a concerted effort to attract younger buyers and shake the “old people’s car” stigma. The Detroit automaker took a big step toward that with its MKZ, and now we are seeing its popularly refreshed styling make its way into Buick’s other vehicles, including the new 2014 LaCrosse. 2013…
Buick revealed its 2014 incarnation of the LaCrosse at the New York International Auto Show this past April. The LaCrosse’s 2014 incarnation has been priced by Buick at a suggested retail tag of $34,060, including a $925 destination charge. Buick is also offering a brand new Ultra Luxury interior package, which is set to include…
Photo: Infiniti Want to see something way cooler than the wacky, low-poly Tesla Cybertruck? Check out the Infiniti Quick-X, a concept model that debuted at the 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show. This sleek, swooping, minimalist concept truck boasts a windshield that stretches across its hood, giving it distinct proportions and hinting that the truck runs on…
Toyota is not giving up on the passenger car. The automaker has just announced it is making fast, high-performance versions of the Camry and Avalon, which will receive new TRD models for the 2020 model year. Designed in Calty by Toyota Racing Development, the Camry TRD and Avalon TRD will boast aerodynamic-enhanced exteriors and sportier…
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) was created by the Highway Safety Act of 1970 as an agency of the United States government’s executive branch and their Department of Transportation. Today, the NHTSA is primarily known for authoring and applying Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and conducting crash testing—vehicles that receive the annual NHTSA…
Photo: Toyota Toyota Canada has announced the launch of the new Toyota Corolla Nightshade Edition, featuring exclusive black-finished body details and badging as well as more aggressive styling. The appearance package is offered on both the 2020 Toyota Corolla and the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback, granting the two cars substantially enhanced curbside appeal. They come…
Finished watching the latest race but still have a Formula One itch to scratch? Then you’ll love Formula One 2016: The Official BBC Sport Guide, a handbook containing everything you need to know heading into the 2016 Formula One season. Whether you’re new to the sport or a jaded fan, the guide is full of…
The 2015 BMW X4 The new BMW X4 is an SUV that—wait, no, scratch that. The X4 is a crossover made to—no, that’s not right either. Sorry about that, but it is surprisingly hard to figure out just what the X4 is trying to be. It almost looks like a raised, slightly engorged four-door coupe….
This month, Bill Nye the Science Guy launched a new show for the kids that grew up with his iconic PBS program in the early 1990s called Bill Nye Saves The World on Netflix. Like his previous venture into television, Bill Nye explores topics important to his viewers like global warning, diets, genetics, and alien…
With more than 100 standard and available safety features, including the “superior”-rated Automatic Emergency Braking and Forward Collision Warning-Plus driver-assist technologies, the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica continues the model’s trend of earning high marks from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The 2019 model is officially an IIHS Top Safety Pick. Check Out: 2018 Chrysler Pacifica…
If you took a road trip for this Memorial Day weekend, you may have formed the following opinion at some point during your travels across the United States: traffic sucks. Related info: Check out these tips for choosing a road trip partner Well, now there is solid evidence to back up your assessment, provided by…
Current Ford CEO Alan Mulally will retire effective July 1 After the news leaked earlier in April that current Ford CEO Alan Mulally would be soon succeeded by Mark Fields, Ford today confirmed Mulally’s departure date as July 1. As expected, Fields will take up the mantle of Ford’s man-in-charge, as well as a seat…
Photo: INFINITI The 2020 Infiniti Q50 is a stylish, sophisticated sedan that’s loaded with comfort and technology. For the 2020 year, this model gained a new standard twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6 engine that delivers 300 horsepower. Here’s a look at some other exciting features available on this upscale luxury car. The 2020 INFINITI Q50 is available…
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