Kia Updates Picanto and Rio in UK Lineup

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…

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2022 Hyundai Elantra Overview

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:…

Jeep Wrangler Freedom Pays Tribute to U.S. Military

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…

Honda Sponsoring STEAM-Focused Exhibit at COSI

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 Pilot Part of HGTV Dream Home 2017 Giveaway Prizes

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…

Honda Accord & Ridgeline Earn J.D. Power 2018 APEAL Awards

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….

Good News, Bad News for 2018 Road Fatalities

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…

Save 10 Percent on a 2019 GMC Yukon in June 2019

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…

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GMC Reveals Three Upscale Packages for 2021 Yukon Denali

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…

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GMC: Our SUVs Haul Kids, Kid-centric Things

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…

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Globe and Mail Review: Accept the Mustang Mach-E

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 Teams With BraunAbility for Explorer-Based Wheelchair-Accessible SUV

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…

Is Ford Fixing to Make a Splash Again?

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,…

2021 GMC Savana Passenger Van Overview

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…

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Differences Between the Mazda CX-5 and Mazda CX-30

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…

Meet the All-New 2021 BMW 5 Series Sedan

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…

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2019 Chevrolet Volt Overview

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…

Toyota Adds Children Models to Crash Test Software

Toyota has announced it has added three new crash test models to its Total Human Model for Safety (THUMS) software that represent children aged three, six, and ten. As you might have expected, automakers don’t rely only on physical crash testing to determine the safety of their cars. A far cheaper approach—and one more convenient…

Top 3 Advantages of Driving a Lifted Truck

Photo: Pixabay If you’ve ever wondered why some drivers lift their trucks, you’re in the right place. It turns out that lifted trucks do more than just look cool — this modification brings some key benefits. Lifted truck perks Taller tires means greater visibility. Whether you’re venturing off the beaten path or commuting to work, the higher…

Safety Ratings for 2018 Hyundai Models Announced: How Did Your Vehicle Score?

Pictured: 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe As the majority of Hyundai’s 2018 lineup is arriving at dealerships—or at least is moving off the factory lines—we’re starting to hear what the the safety ratings of the automaker’s latest models are. As in years past, Hyundai has received high marks from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and…

2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Overview

The award-winning and popular Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid delivers families exceptional comfort, versatility and advanced infotainment technologies to keep everyone connected and entertained on every journey, big or small. The 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid boasts much-wanted advanced safety technologies including advanced multistage airbags, a Tire Pressure Monitoring Display and the Parkview® Rear Back Up Camera,  as standard…

Knee Air Bags Not That Helpful, Says IIHS

When it comes to vehicle safety, the more air bags the better, right? Not necessarily. The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS) recently conducted a study that called the effectiveness of knee air bags into question. Knee air bags are usually located on the lower half of the dashboard. Their goal is to reduce leg…

Cadillac Considering Cutting Down Time New Vehicles Get Camo Treatment

Cadillac President Johan De Nysschen Photo: © General Motors You know that little period between a vehicle being rumored and revealed where folks’ll see it testing on roadways with camouflage and spy photogs will snap photos of those camo-wrapped vehicles for big-buck-making purposes? Well, Cadillac might be looking to cut down on that period by showing…

2022 VW Jetta & GLI Get Updated Styling and New Engines

2022 Volkswagen Jetta and Jetta GLI Photo: Volkswagen The Jetta became a part of the Volkswagen lineup in 1979. Just five years later, the Jetta GLI arrived after the successful launch of the Golf GTI. Now, both the standard Jetta and the performance version have been updated for 2022 with revised styling and engine upgrades….

Buick Verano and GS Revealed at Guangzhou Auto Show

Buick Verano Hatchback and Buick Verano GS Photo: © General Motors The Buick Verano Hatchback and Buick Verano GS both broke cover in China last month, making its world premiere at the Guangzhou Auto Show and immediately going up for pre-order at the 740 Buick dealerships throughout China. Both sporty takes on the Verano promise…

2013 Chevrolet Silverado Overview

2013 Chevrolet Silverado The 2013 Chevrolet Silverado remains mostly unchanged from the previous year, except some minor equipment changes. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado Exterior The Chevrolet Silverado hasn’t seen a full redesign since 2007, but still manages to stay competitive with the best-selling trucks in its class due to features like towing capabilities, ride comfort, and…

Pierre Gasly Joins Red Bull for 2019

Max Verstappen (left) and Pierre Gasly (right) When Daniel Ricciardo announced he would leave Red Bull Racing to drive for Renault Sport F1 next year, the question on everyone’s mind was simple: who will replace him? The answer, as it turns out, was similarly simple. Pierre Gasly will be the man to take Ricciardo’s seat…

Cadillac Reveals Major Changes for 2018 CT6

Will the 2018 Cadillac CT6 be offered with a V8 engine? In 2016, Cadillac sold a total of 9,169 CT6 sedans in the United States, but the American automaker will offer a significantly updated CT6 for the 2018 model year with the hopes of improving those sales figures. One of the most notable changes involves…

2021 Chevrolet Colorado Overview

Photo: Chevrolet The Chevy Colorado sports a bold new look for the 2021 model year. With a stately new front end, a refreshed trim lineup, and plenty of available packages, the 2020 Colorado is a versatile vehicle for contractors, families, and truck enthusiasts alike. Here’s a look at its trim levels and features. Need a…