Are Stop Signs with White Borders Optional?

As with every long-standing practice, the traditions and rules around driving have been evolving for decades. Alongside those traditions are often myths and urban legends, dating back to unknown origin, including this gem. Rumor has it that if you come to a “Stop” sign that has a white border around the edge, you don’t actually have…

2017 Lincoln MKZ Overview

The 2017 Lincoln MKZ is midsize luxury sedan that carries a starting MSRP of $35,010. The Lincoln MKZ comes with many changes for the new model year, such as a restyled front end and more powerful engine options. In an effort to stay competitive with other luxury brands, the new Lincoln MKZ is offered in…

2018 Volvo V90 Wagon Overview

While most of the auto industry is busy designing crossovers of every imaginable size, Volvo is taking a different route, as the company recently announced the availability of its all-new V90 Wagon. Not to be confused with the Cross Country model–which features a lifted ride height–the normal V90 wagon will not be displayed at Volvo…

2017 Kia Optima Overview

In a world full of decent mid-size sedan options, the 2017 Kia Optima stands out thanks to its eye-catching exterior, well-designed cabin, and numerous powertrain options. With a starting MSRP of just $22,200, the new Kia Optima also offers exceptional value and even comes standard with a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty. When you combine this with…

2019 Chevrolet Sonic Overview

The Chevrolet Sonic is the brand’s subcompact offering. Equipped with the latest tech features and advanced safety amenities, the 2019 Sonic makes a great choice for urban dwellers. Add on superb efficiency ratings and you get one nimble commuter car. The 2019 Chevrolet Sonic is available at three trim levels: LS, LT, and Premier. All…

Embrace Every Season with the All-New Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet

2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet Photo: Mercedes-Benz Just in time to make your (or a loved one’s) holiday special, the all new 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet is equipped with even more impressive tech to make it your go-to ride in every season. Now equipped—for the first time ever—with 4MATIC® all-wheel drive, the E-Class Cabriolet features AIRCAP®…

BTR Preparing 1,000 Horsepower Hyundai Genesis for SEMA

The 2007 Zenvo ST1… the Bugatti Grand Sport… the Lotus Exige… the 2014 Hyundai Genesis… Wait, something about that list doesn’t seem right. Who put the Genesis in a list with other performance cars that reach over 1,000 horsepower? Blood Type Racing Inc (BTR) did! For the 2014 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Auto Show,…

2020 Lincoln Corsair Available in Canada

2020 Lincoln Corsair now available in Canada Photo: Lincoln Motor Company The latest addition to the ever-expanding and ever-improving Lincoln lineup, the all-new 2020 Lincoln Corsair, is now available to purchase in Canada. The crossover began arriving at dealerships nationwide in November in two distinct trim levels: Standard and Reserve. Though Lincoln has not confirmed…

2020 Lincoln Aviator Praised as ‘Coddling’

Photos: Lincoln Motor Company The reviews for the 2020 Lincoln Aviator are pouring in across Canada — since arriving in July, the Aviator has proven a hit with critics, earning an 8/10 from the Globe and Mail. Continuing that trend is the first drive carried out by Driving’s Jil McIntosh, who said that the Aviator should prove…

2015 Kia Sedona Overview

The 2015 Kia Sedona combines affordability with luxury, offering a variety of standard features for a lower price. With standard sliding seats and unbeatable connectivity, the 2015 Sedona makes it easy to become a soccer mom. Add the powerful 3.3-liter V6 engine and you won’t be bothered when it’s your turn to carpool. Related: The History…

Wicked Cool BTR-Edition Hyundai Veloster to Crash the SEMA Party

Hyundai has been busy building its roster for the 2015 SEMA Show, the famed convention bringing automobile tuners from across the globe to Las Vegas. Already it’s announced a special Tucson from Bisimoto Engineering and a Genesis Coupe from ARK Performance. Blood Type Racing, Inc wanted in on that action and has something sinister up…

Dodge Durango and Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Make List of 13 Most Comfortable SUVs in 2020

2020 Dodge Durango Citadel AWD Photo: FCA Since an SUV is designed for road trips and as a family-hauler, you need it to be spacious and comfortable for you and your passengers. Two FCA models — the 2020 Dodge Durango and 2020 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid — provide both necessities, according to the editors at U.S….

teen driver Archives

Learning to drive can be an exciting yet scary occasion for teenagers… There is no limit to parental anxiety when a teenager grabs the… The GMC Yukon already offers Teen Driver technology to encourage young drivers… Driver-assist tech is designed to help safeguard the journeys of every driver,… If you have a friend or family…

FIFA Archives

In case you haven’t heard, the people in charge of FIFA were… Oh, you know you’ve screwed up when you merit a press release… In today’s Argentina vs. Switzerland World Cup match, we’ll see the two… Today we get to watch the exciting Costa Rica vs. Greece World… Today, the Swiss take on the French…

Explained: What Do the Names of the Hyundai Models Mean?

As one of the automakers which hasn’t yet resorted to coded number-letter combinations for its model names, Hyundai Motors’ lineup is filled with unique vehicle titles. If you’ve ever wondered where the names of these Hyundai cars originated and what they mean, we have the answers. Where Did Hyundai Models Get Their Names?  Elantra  Comes from…

HondaVac Sweeps Us Off Our Feet With “Spokescrumbs”

In order to promote the 2014 Odyssey, which boasts the first-ever in-vehicle vacuum cleaner, Honda has launched a new ad campaign showing the HondaVAC’s effectiveness against the assorted kinds of crud that may be lurking beneath the seats.  To help drive the point home, Honda has tapped the familiar vocal talents of actors Neil Patrick…

2014 Acura MDX Overview

2014 is a brand new year for the Acura MDX with a complete redesign that has increased fuel economy, provided passengers with a higher-quality—not to mention quieter—cabin, and a new control interface. 2014 Acura MDX Exterior With a sleek profile that has a much more curvaceous than previous models, the 2014 Acura MDX makes a…

2016 Chevrolet Volt Overview

Photo: © General Motors In the land of plug-in hybrids, the Chevy Volt is king, combining a 53-mile electric range, 420-mile total range, and a price tag of $26,495 after the federal tax credit (that’s an MSRP of $33,170 without it). The 2016 Volt, although limited in market release and model year duration, is one…

2021 Chrysler Pacifica and Ram 1500 Earn Best Buy Awards

2021 Chrysler Pacifica Photo: FCA For the fifth year in a row, the Chrysler Pacifica has earned the Consumer Guide Best Buy award. A fellow FCA model, the Ram 1500, also took home honors in the Large Pickup category for the 13th consecutive year. Award-winner: Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid dominates in 2020 AAA Car Guide Awards…

Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is an independent, nonprofit organization that was established in 1959 in Arlington, Virginia, by three major insurance agencies. Over fifty-plus years, the IIHS has evolved to become one of the nation’s leading nonprofit scientific and educational organizations in the automotive industry and is increasingly committed to significantly decreasing…

Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs. Hyundai Ioniq 6: Here's How These 2 EVs Differ

The Ioniq 5 (background) and Ioniq 6 (foreground) Photo: Hyundai For 2024, the Hyundai lineup includes a pair of advanced electric vehicles — the Ioniq 5 and the Ioniq 6. Because of their many similarities, deciding between these models can present a challenge to consumers. This guide will help you compare the two EVs, pinpoint…

2018 Chevrolet Impala Overview

A classic, full-size sedan, the Chevrolet Impala has made a name for itself over the last handful of decades. With storage space, a high-tech interior, and hybrid-rivaling efficiency, the 2018 Chevrolet Impala rolls onto the lineup dressed to impress. The interior includes a variety of top-notch radio and technology features, working hard to keep you connected…

Crash testing Archives

An updated IIHS crash test of seven midsize sedans made all but… The 2021 Nissan Rogue is a popular SUV in the Nissan lineup,… With countless factors to consider, making a car safe isn’t easy. Automakers… After examining the latest available new driver death rates, the Insurance Institute… When you’re driving, it can be easy…

2020 Cadillac XT6 Overview

Photo: Cadillac The 2020 Cadillac XT6 boasts luxurious amenities, refined styling, and plenty of room for everyone to stretch out. In terms of size, this new member of the Cadillac family slots between the XT5 and the Escalade. You can choose between two distinct trim levels: Premium Luxury and Sport. If the 2020 Cadillac XT6…

The Chevy Suburban Celebrates 85 Years on the Road

2020 Chevrolet Suburban Premier Vehicles come and go every year, but the Chevy Suburban is one versatile SUV that’s stood the test of time. November 2019 marks the 85th year of continuous Suburban production, making it the industry’s longest-lived nameplate. More impressively yet, the hefty three-row SUV is the first vehicle to reach this milestone….

New Jersey Archives

Ah yes, the theatrical/educational short. Briefly, most films released to theaters before… In a recent press release, Subaru announced the Subaru University Scholarship for Automotive Excellence in partnership with Rainbow PUSH.… Even though indie musician Sufjan Stevens has yet to reveal his preferred automaker, I have reason to believe that it’s Subaru.… New Jersey is…

Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Named Year’s Best Value in Motor1.com Star Awards

Photo: Hyundai The Hyundai Elantra Hybrid starts with excellent fuel economy, but it doesn’t stop there, offering a high-value blend of advanced features and standout style. In recognition of everything the Elantra Hybrid has to offer, Motor1.com recently gave the car a Star Award for Best Value. This was Motor1’s first year handing out Star…

Japan Archives

Honda’s 5% raise is its largest since 1990 and beats the nation’s rate of inflation. The company says the extra money will largely to go boosting starting salaries… The announcement was made alongside news that Toyota CEO Akio Toyoda would skip Friday’s opening ceremony… There are few fictional characters with as varied and wide-ranging a…

Ford Adding Stingray Karaoke to Select Vehicles

Photo: Ford If you’ve ever wanted to set up your own Carpool Karaoke experience without the albatross of James Corden, you’re in luck. Ford is making Stingray Karaoke, the popular karaoke service, available on the F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E. This feature will also eventually launch on vehicles equipped with the new Ford Digital Experience…

2016 Nissan GT-R Overview

The Nissan GT-R is what you get when you look at a car and say, “I’d like that to go really fast, please.” So it seems, people have been saying that a lot, because this is the 45th anniversary of the worldwide release of the Nissan GT-R, for which Nissan has made a whole new…

Buy a Kia Sing-a-Long Soul For Your Little Brat This Christmas

The all-new Kid Trax Kia Sing-a-Long Soul Car The latest eco-friendly, zero emissions vehicle from Kia is this new electric Kid Trax Kia Soul Sing-Along DJ Ride-On Car, which can comfortably seat five…-year-old passengers. Two of them, to be exact. The new sub-sub-compact is powered by a rechargeable 12V battery, which drivers can juice up…