As a thoughtful, haunting product of speculative fiction, Black Mirror contemplates our increasingly troublesome connection to technology. Even though episodes focus on the social and personal dilemmas of characters, their situations often involve vehicle transportation, which allows Black Mirror to indirectly remark on our humanity’s relationship with automobiles and the direction in which automotive technology is…
Some of you (hi, mom!) may remember the article I wrote a while back hoping that the “something new” that Mazda was going to unveil in New York was going to be a debut of Mazda’s refreshed rotary engine, rather than the hardtop MX-5 that everybody else seemed to think it would be. Of course,…
Photo: Honda The 2019 Honda Odyssey and 2019 Honda Accord have both been named as the best in their segments in US News & World Report’s 2019 “Best Cars for Families” awards. The 2019 Odyssey was ranked highest in the minivan category for the ninth year in a row—in other words, it hasn’t failed to…
2019 Honda CR-V Photo: Honda The 2019 Honda Accord, 2019 Honda CR-V, and 2019 Honda Odyssey have all been named on Edmunds.com’s annual list of the Best Family Cars. Eight vehicles were featured in total, with Honda the only automaker represented more than once. “We’ve gathered our picks for the top family car in multiple…
Sometimes, the news can get a little dry and dark, with all of the rumors about the size of engines of cars that haven’t been made yet mingling with stories about how this year’s child car deaths are rapidly outpacing last year’s. Really, it’s nice to find a story sometimes where nobody got hurt, but…
Photo: Pixabay The concept of veganism can go beyond a diet free from animal products. For some drivers, veganism is an entire lifestyle. And since your vehicle is an important part of your daily life, it’s understandable that vegan lifestylers would want a car that suits their ethics. Here’s a guide to buying (or modifying)…
The inside of your car can be a catchall for your life. That means papers, clutter, trash, and gear can pile up before you realize that your interior is not only miserable to drive in, but also frightful to your passengers. If your car’s cabin is not the serene retreat that adds to your driving…
They did it, those maniacs. The Team Fordzilla P1 race car lives Photo: Ford Earlier this year — about two centuries before the pandemic took hold — Ford reached out to the gamers and amateur designers in its fan base with a little task: help design a virtual race car for its esports team. The…
Photo: Ford Ford wants gamers to help in the creation of what it calls the “ultimate virtual racing car.” Codenamed Team Fordzilla P1, this all-original virtual car will be designed in part by the captains of the Fordzilla esports teams from France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom. New from Ford: 2020 Expedition Limited…
Any pet owner knows what a royal pain in the you-know-what it is to remove hair from your car. Even if you clean your car regularly, there are always spots where the pet hair just refuses to come out. Luckily, there are some proven methods to remove pet hair from your car, including the following….
Taking your puppy home for the first time is a moment you’ll never forget. And although your heart is bursting with joy, your new puppy’s heart might be beating with anxiety, which can make for a stressful drive for both of you. It’s important to be sensitive to your new puppy’s needs; you’ve probably been…
Fred Jackson of the Seattle Seahawks was part of an accident earlier this week Photo: Seattle Times Seattle Seahawks running back Fred Jackson might be capable of catching a football in a single bound, undeterred by his intimidating opponents, but it appears that he was stopped recently by a measely planter box. Earlier this week,…
The 2016 Honda Civic sedan Edmunds.com and Parents magazine have once again joined forces to create a 10 Best Family Cars list for 2016, which honors family-friendly vehicles that excel in the areas of safety, convenience features, performance, design and value. Honda made two appearances on this year’s list, thanks to the completely redesigned 2016…
2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI Photo: Volkswagen Driving should have an element of fun, and according to Cars.com, you can’t find a more fun car to drive than the Volkswagen Golf GTI. The editors at Cars.com are so positive that the Golf GTI delivers the most joy that they gave it the title of “Most Fun-to-Drive…
Photo: The News Wheel Your car is a complex machine with a bevy of bells and whistles. Features like your advanced infotainment system, heated seats, and responsive engine often get your full attention. There are plenty of overlooked features, though, that goes a long way in elevating your time on the road. Here is a…
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