Looking Back at the Cars of “American Graffiti” on the Film's 43rd Anniversary

“The most perfect, dazzling creature ever” – Suzanne Somers in a Ford Thunderbird Today marks the 43rd anniversary of American Graffiti, the greatest movie that George Lucas ever directed (FIGHT ME, NERDS!) and the best film ever made about teen car culture in the early 1960s. Last year, when Nickelodeon launched a programming block devoted…

How to Help Your Baby Stop Crying in the Car

Sometimes a car ride is the solution to a cranky baby who can’t fall asleep. The hum of the engine, the coziness of a properly-installed car seat, and the constant movement work miraculously together to soothe a fussy baby into slumber. Other times, a car ride is akin to a living nightmare for parents whose…

Why Are Cars so Boring? A Design Engineer Explains

Photo: Yahya S. Thousands of cars are produced every day and given how easy it is to imagine what an exciting, exotic car might look like, it seems strange that the vast majority are so boring. Do engineers just sit around in a room coming up with fresh new ways to disappoint customers and actively…

Divide Your Car Into Zones For Road Trip Essentials

One of the things helping me to get through the quarantine is dreaming about the future. The day that my family and I can get away on a road trip, whether to visit long-missed family or to a family-friendly destination, is one that makes the uncertainty of today’s world a bit more manageable. Family-friendly Features:…

Georgia Police Round up Over 100 cars

Police Car Photo: Scott Davidson On July 7th, 25 police cruisers managed to surround more than 113 cars in the Georgia Civic Center parking lot. Police had been suspicious of potential criminal activity in the area for a while, and this was the first time they were able to round up the cars. Drive Safely:…

KBB.com Names 2017 Kia Soul on Coolest Cars List

The 2017 Kia Soul Since its inception in 2009, the Kia Soul has been a hit with drivers of all ages and backgrounds. With its funky exterior design and fun-to-drive reputation, the Soul has received numerous accolades, including “Best Compact Cars for Families” and “Best Compact Car for the Money” U.S. News & World Report,…

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Chevrolet SUVs Awarded Kelley Blue Book “Best Family Car” Awards for Three 2018 Models

Each year, Kelley Blue Book, an automotive review and research company, awards a handful of vehicles with the “Best Family Car” award. In this year’s top picks, Chevrolet took home this honor for three of its 2018 models: the Equinox, Traverse, and Tahoe. The 2018 Chevrolet Equinox was named Kelley Blue Book‘s best two-row SUV. The Equinox…

Hyundai Palisade Scores Cars.com Best of 2020 Award

Photo: Hyundai The 2020 Hyundai Palisade recently racked up its second major award from Cars.com, winning the automotive website’s prestigious Best of 2020 designation. According to Cars.com, “quality, innovation, and value” are the key criteria for this annual award. All new or completely redesigned models are eligible for consideration. The site’s editors were most impressed…

Least Coveted Car Features

Each year, automakers release their lineups with innovative tech, new features, and better powertrains. Some vehicle features, though, fail to resonate with drivers. Each year AutoPacific quizzes recent car buyers to create its Future Attribute Demand Study. The survey helps determine what features drivers want most and what features want least. Learn More: Tips on…