Chicago meets the 2016 Honda Pilot at its glitzy debut Photo: Honda via YouTube “The Year of Honda” continues at the 2015 Chicago Auto Show. As one of the first brands to present this week in the Windy City, Honda has debuted its highly-anticipated, redesigned eight-seater: the 2016 Pilot SUV. The automaker intends to bring “new…
Photo: Toyota The Supra may be one of the most iconic Japanese nameplates in the world, but Toyota isn’t beyond creating a few special edition models just for its North American market. Every example of the new GR Supra A91-CF Edition will be sold only in the United States — rejoice, JDM fanboys. Toyota Lineup:…
The new Lincoln Aviator commercial starring this Oscar winner is a buffet for the ears Photo: Lincoln Motor Company Matthew McConaughey has emerged from his cavern hideaway once again, putting down his bongo and his bong-o (I’m sure that’s an original joke nobody has ever made before) long enough to star in a new Lincoln…
Ah, springtime — birds singing, flowers in bloom, and orange barrels dotting the highway. While road work zones may not be the most idyllic facet of spring, a little awareness and some safe driving can save lives. That’s why the American Traffic Safety Services Association created National Work Zone Awareness Week, which is typically observed…
A confined space with a whiny, crying child is the stuff of nightmares. A confined space on wheels, moving at top speeds with a whiny, crying child is the stuff of reality for many drivers. When kids are in the car, a parent’s focus on the road is often hindered by the goings-on in the…
As En Vogue once famously sang: “No, you’re never gonna get it/never, never gonna get it.” Chinese Democracy. Duke Nukem Forever. The Watchmen film. At this point, it’s probably safe to say that the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV can join the pantheon of things that spent a ridiculous amount of time in development hell. Whether it…
Mitsubishi recently announced it would soon begin to debut production models instead of concepts, as opposed to what it has done for the last two years, but already the Japanese company is making an exception. On Thursday, November 17, the Mitsubishi eX Concept will make its North American debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show….
The Mitsubishi eX concept is the future of Mitsubishi’s EV technology Say “Hello” to the future of Mitsubishi. The Japanese carmaker took the Tokyo Motor Show by storm earlier this week, introducing multiple concept cars to the industry that reflect Mitsubishi’s future plans. One of the biggest, though, is the all-wheel-drive Mitsubishi eX Concept, which…
When you think of buses that make history, the one Rosa Parks rode in Montgomery, Alabama, probably comes to mind. Parks was arrested on Dec. 1, 1955, when she refused to follow Jim Crow laws and give up her seat to a white man on a full bus. The Milwaukee County Transit System is paying…
Mercedes is offering a limited Edition 1 model of the 2019 Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe to celebrate its launch, upgrading the new four-door model with some added features to make it more aesthetically lavish. Keep It Around For Longer: Why routine vehicle maintenance is important This 63 S Edition 1 has the same 630 hp…
Photo: Mazda So far, 2021 has been a good year for Mazda. The automaker recently reported an all-time record high of 42,187 sales from the month of May, marking a 69.2 percent increase compared to May of 2020. Similarly, Mazda has sold 156,562 units so far this year, which is 58.4 percent up from last year’s…
Photo: Honda When Max Verstappen lost control of his Red Bull-Honda Formula 1 racing car at the first corner of the Paul Ricard circuit, many viewers tuned out of the race, believing the result of the 2021 French Grand Prix to be a foregone conclusion. Lewis Hamilton would win and reclaim the lead in the…
Video depicting magician getting out of a speeding ticket by solving a Rubik’s Cube likely fake because of course it is You’ve probably been in a situation before where there are red and blue lights whipping around in your rear-view mirror and you’re sitting in the driver’s seat biting your nails and thinking “okay, I’m pretty sure…
As people age, their driving ability decreases. For older men, losing their ability to drive, the freedom associated with the open road, and the self-sufficiency afforded by driving causes greater stress and sadness than for older women. Why is this? According to research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety that surveyed 2,990 people, women…
Photo: Chevrolet The 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer is a small SUV that’s equally at home on city streets and on light outdoor adventures. It returns for 2022 with a handful of updates including new exterior paint colors and improved fuel economy. On top of that, it now offers new roof rack cross rails and an available…
George, the star salesman, confused on the floor Photo: Hyundai UK via YouTube Hyundai UK has delivered a handful of successful commercials over the past couple years with its “Honest Series” comedy short films–five minute online vignettes produced by Red Bee Media. The recurring, central character is George the salesman, played by Will Owen, who deals with some of the…
Just in time for the Russian Grand Prix, Scuderia Toro Rosso has announced that Russian racing driver Daniil Kvyat would be making a return to Formula One by taking over Pierre Gasly’s seat in 2019 (Gasly, meanwhile, was promoted to Red Bull). It marks a new chapter in Kvyat’s tumultuous F1 career and relationship with…
Kia has updated the Rio and Picanto, its popular UK models The Kia Picanto and Kia Rio have taken the United Kingdom by storm, so much so that these compact cars have been nicknamed Kia’s “little titans.” Now, Kia is making its five-door car lineup even better with a number of upgrades to its popular…
The Kia Niro hybrid SUV will make its Chinese production debut at the Beijing Auto Show Kia Motors is looking to test the response of customers in China before the big release of the Kia Niro crossover SUV. The South Korean carmaker is planning to showcase the Niro hybrid SUV at the Beijing International Automotive…
Not all of the talk coming out of the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards was about a bunch of giant, disquietingly dour teddy bears (so very fluffy, so very sad): there was quite a bit of focus on the return of Kia’s much-beloved hamsters. Kia designers working to redesign the 2014 Kia Soul during the…
Photo: Hyundai The 2022 Hyundai Elantra pushes the envelope with its styling, caters to tight budgets with its efficiency, and keeps drivers connected and safe with its advanced lineup of standard tech features. This compact sedan is available in four trim levels for 2022: SE, SEL, N Line, and Limited. Photo: Hyundai Photo: Hyundai Photo:…
Major esports tournaments bring large crowds to stadiums to watch players compete Photo: Anton Samsonov Video games have been around for decades, allowing people of all ages to compete in the digital world and escape to alternate realities. From Pong to Super Mario and exciting new games like Overwatch and FIFA, gamers across the globe…
Thanks to its decent fuel economy and exceptional comfort, the 2014 Nissan Altima earned a spot on Kelley Blue Book’s “10 Best Sedans under $25,000” list. The Altima was completely redesigned for the 2013 model year and starts at $22,300 MSRP in its most basic trim level. With the 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and Xtronic transmission,…
The New 2020 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Photo: FCA Jeep has brought back the Wrangler Freedom as a way to honor U.S. military members. The 2020 model utilizes a military-themed design on the interior and exterior. For You and Furry Friend: Driving your dog in the Jeep Wrangler Features of the 2020 Jeep Wrangler Freedom Jeep…
Dave’s Ridgeline is this brilliant red color. The all-new 2017 Honda Ridgeline scooped up one of the auto world’s most prestigious awards at the Detroit Auto Show this year, driving home with the North American Truck of the Year trophy. That’s all well and good, but how does it actually hold up against the competition?…
Hello, and welcome once again to In the Rearview, where we take a view toward the rear and bring you some of the top stories on The News Wheel in the past week. Just Look at It All: Chevy has more diesel engine options than ever before First up, because we are awesome, we have…
Is it time to return your leased vehicle? Photo: Cadillac You’ve had your leased vehicle for the allotted contractual timeframe and now it’s time to return it to the dealership. But should you just take it in as is and deal with whatever comes next? (Not really, no.) Preparing a leased vehicle for return is…
Today COSI announced its next exhibition, “Meet the Innovators,” opening on December 11, 2016. The exhibition represents a joint effort between COSI, a science museum and research center in Columbus, and associates from Honda, which bases its headquarters in central Ohio. The engineering-focused mobility exhibit was developed as part of an exploratory partnership between COSI, Honda,…
Honda has announced that it will be serving as the exclusive automotive partner of the HGTV Dream Home 2017 Giveaway. The lavish prize package will include a Honda Pilot Elite, along with a spectacular new home on St. Simons Island, Georgia, and a cash prize of $250,000 from mortgage lender Quicken Loans. Contestants can enter…
The 2018 Honda Accord and Ridgeline have both been named J.D. Power & Associates “2018 APEAL Award” winners in the organization’s latest study, which ranks vehicles based on owners’ emotional attachment and level of excitement toward their car. APEAL stands for “Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout,” and to measure that aforementioned and vague quality, J.D….
“Hertz” like hell for your wallet Photo:Hertz Usually when you rent a car from a company like Hertz, you end up with a pretty plain passenger sedan. You’re much more likely to receive a Chevy Cruze than a Corvette. Now, Hertz is pulling out all the stops for its 100th anniversary, allowing a select group…
Fewer drivers and passengers died in motor-vehicle accidents in 2018 Photo: Sporti The NHTSA’s annual tally of accidental deaths on the road comes with both good news and bad news for the safety of the nation’s drivers, passengers, cyclists, and pedestrians. The big positive is a decline in motor-vehicle accident deaths for 2018. A total…
Photo: The News Wheel Full-size SUVs combine the best merits of a truck (intense power, towing capability, ample space for gear) and the coveted passenger space you need when you have a lot of passengers to consider. The full-size SUV market is filled with amazing contenders, and the 2019 GMC Yukon is one of its…
Photo: GMC Looking for a capable new SUV? If you’re a qualifying buyer, you can drive home in a 2019 GMC Yukon for 10 percent less than the MSRP — but only during the month of June 2019. Here’s how you can qualify. Savings and restrictions If you’re currently the owner of an eligible GM…
2021 GMC Terrain Denali Photo: GMC If you are searching for a small SUV that is big on safety tech, features, and systems, you will want to check out the GMC Terrain or Chevrolet Equinox. Both models from General Motors earned spots on U.S. News & World Report’s list of the 14 Safest Small SUVs…
If you want your 2021 Yukon Denali with more features and tech, go with one of the three new upgrade packages Photo: GMC GMC has announced three upgrade packages for the 2021 Yukon Denali, ideal for when you want to improve on the model’s already-luxurious technologies and amenities. Find out what features each package includes…
Hey, look! Kids and kid things and a GMC SUV! Photo: © General Motors GMC crossovers have been selling like hotcakes, and the brand is chalking that up in part to its products’ helpfulness in terms of keeping parents connected to their children in the backseat. Another Major GMC Mover: 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 revealed…
Jeremy Sinek says y’all need to get over it. This is happening Photo: Ford You have to admire The Globe and Mail’s Jeremy Sinek for his frankness. He opens his review of the all-new 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E, in the midst of its North American rollout this month, by addressing the 346-horsepower elephant in the…
Ford and BraunAbility have teamed up to produce the BraunAbility MXV™, an Explorer-based and wheelchair-accessible sport utility vehicle that is the first of its kind. Ford and BraunAbility came together to create the MXV as a means to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. “For our first-ever wheelchair-accessible SUV, it was…
Will the Ford Ranger Splash join this lineup sometime down the road? Maybe! Definitely possibly Photo: Ford Sometimes, you name a vehicle something particular because you want to give it attitude. Think names like the Bronco, the Raptor, or the Mustang. And sometimes, you just gotta go with a name like Splash because — c’mon,…
Ford has seen immense growth in the sales of its SUVs in Europe over the last decade, and a recently conducted survey reveals that this growth can be attributed to three key groups. Having grown SUV sales four times from their 2005 numbers, Ford cites Millennials, mothers with young children, and “Quintastics”—50-somethings who lead active…
Photo: Ford Motor Company If you’re one of the many, many folks who was disheartened to hear that the Ford Ranger Raptor won’t be making the leap to the United States (at least not for this generation, that is), then you may be able to take some comfort the next time you pick up your…
Bathroom breaks are essential on long road trips to help boost your bladder’s health Photo: Andre Buhrer via Pixabay The average adult bladder can hold up to 16 ounces of urine — but it’s not always healthy to delay bathroom breaks just to get to your destination a bit faster. Here are some of the…
Pictured: 2018 Nissan NV3500 HD Passenger Van Photo: Nissan If your convoy involves a lot of family members, you need more than just two rows of seats in your vehicle — you need all the seating you can get. When a full-size SUV won’t cut it, it’s time to consider a van. But which is…
Photo: GMC Whether you’ve got a growing family or a business that shuttles people around town, the 2021 GMC Savana Passenger Van is a perennially popular pick for transporting large groups. Here’s a look at what this van has to offer. Find the Right Model for Your Fleet: Check out the GMC lineup Exterior Thanks…
2021 Mazda CX-30 Photo: Mazda The Mazda CX-5 and Mazda CX-30 are both five-seat, family-friendly vehicles from the same automaker. While they share some superficial similarities, they’re hardly twins. Here’s a look at their differences. Learn More About Mazda: Check out the differences between Mazda CX-5 trim levels Trim levels 2021 Mazda CX-5 Photo: Mazda…
2021 BMW 5 Series Photo: BMW The BMW 5 Series sedan is an iconic vehicle dating back to 1972. It first debuted as a successor to the BMW New Class sedans, which were produced from 1961 until the 5 Series was introduced. Now in its seventh generation, the all-new 2021 BMW 5 Series has arrived…
The 2021 Trailblazer Photo: Chevrolet Each year, WardsAuto releases a list of the 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems, recognizing some of the most powerful and efficient powertrains on the market. For 2021, the ECOTEC 1.3-liter Turbo three-cylinder engine of the 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer earned a spot on the list. Learn More About Its Capabilities:…
2002 Cadillac Seville SLS If you happen to pass a 2002 Cadillac Seville on your way to work, then you may not give the vehicle much thought and that’s kind of understandable; it’s not as powerful as the new 464 horsepower 2016 Cadillac ATS-V or as easy on the eyes as a classic 1955 Cadillac…
The 2019 Chevrolet Volt is the older sibling to the Chevy Bolt EV, with more room inside and a plug-in hybrid powertrain. This gives the Volt more usability in areas where charging is less available, letting you road trip without worrying about your remaining range. Through personal experience, we know that the Volt is a…
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