The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica is the newest competitor in the minivan segment, and it’s starting off hot. This brand-new minivan is a major update from last year’s Chrysler Town & Country minivan, offering consumers a very different interpretation of a soccer mom vehicle. Rather than giving consumers another bland minivan—because it’s hard to ignore the…
An adorable otter at home at the Auckland Zoo Photo: Brian Cairns of The Auckland Zoo via Facebook Cars aren’t just for people, you know! In the midst of all the disproved rumors and so-so sales figures, some good Mazda news takes flight out of New Zealand this week. Mazda New Zealand has stepped–or rather,…
It seems like only yesterday we first heard that Toyota would make sporty Special Editions of its Camry and Corolla sedans for the 2016 year. But it was actually back in February, when we spied them in person at the Chicago Auto Show. As the months have gone by, we’ve wondered whether the two vehicles…
Learning to drive can be an exciting yet scary occasion for teenagers… Learning to drive is both an exhilarating prospect and a scary one.… Recently, the researchers at TrueCar took drivers down memory lane to learn… Learning to drive is a right of passage, but the process of… The News WheelThe News Wheel is a…
As a luxury vehicle in the compact SUV segment, the recently-debuted Buick Envision is a solid contender. With driver-assist technologies, a stellar Infotainment system, and safety features like Teen Driver and OnStar®, the Envision is a well-rounded vehicle. Celebrity Rides: Which stars drive your favorite Chevys? [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2018 Buick…
I have said before that I love the Chevrolet Volt, and for a long time, it has reigned as king among the more affordable plug-in hybrids (I am setting aside the Porsche 918 Spyder from the discussion due to its huge price tag, despite how cool it is). With its 53-mile electric range, nobody really…
Bieber released this picture of the inside of his Caddy three days ago Photo: Justin Bieber via Instagram It’s only right that a pop culture icon like Justin Bieber has added an American icon such as the Cadillac Escalade to his growing car collection. The work done to Bieber’s custom Escalade was completed by West…
Different Angles of the 2014 Ford Fiesta ST Different Angles of the 2014 Ford Fiesta ST 2014 Ford Fiesta ST Different Angles of the 2014 Ford Fiesta ST Different Angles of the 2014 Ford Fiesta ST Different Angles of the 2014 Ford Fiesta ST The Ford Fiesta ST is all-new for the 2014 model year….
The new 2017 Honda Accord Sport Special Edition Today the 2017 Honda Accord goes on sale at dealerships nationwide, carrying a starting Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of $22,355 (excluding taxes, fees, and $835 destination charge). The newest edition of the popular midsize car will be sold in both sedan and coupe variants, and for the…
Photo: pedrik The start of the 2017 Formula 1 Championship is still a few months out, but things move fast in the world of Formula 1 and driver lineups for each team have already been announced. Unlike in some years past, there has been a great deal of changes across the grid, with only three…
It’s the end of 2018 and the last 2019 models are finally being rolled out for the new year. This month, Nissan announced the price of the latest Nissan Kicks, a capable crossover available equipped with color and technology options to make driving fun. Line ‘Em Up: Take a look at all of the crossovers and SUVs…
The 1979 Gonzo Bushmaster, once owned by washed up rocker Ted Nugent, can be yours for $25,000 Source: Craigslist Once upon a time, Ted Nugent was known for being a pretty exceptional guitarist and the artist behind the 20th century equivalent of Mozart’s “Ave verum corpus, K.618,” the timeless “Cat Scratch Fever.” These days, The…
GMC got a sizable sales bump in August with 12.4% total growth… GMC reported sales totaling 47,412 trucks, SUVs, and vans in July, a year-over-year… GMC sales totaled 41,434 trucks and SUVs in June, a 3.6% year-over-year… GMC sales fell 5.2% in May with 41,126 units delivered in the… GMC’s overall sales increased 12% in March…
Although cleaning products specially designed for automotive needs are effective, they are… I appreciate the cleaning power of the Magic Eraser. It works wonders… Returning a rental car can seem confusing. Some companies have a simple… The inside of your car can be a catchall for your life.… Winter has concluded once again, and warm…
Hello, and welcome once more to In the Rearview, where I get all snarky about some of the top news stories on The News Wheel from the past week. This week, we start with a look way back over all of 2016 to remember the vehicles which were dumped from their lineups this year, with favorites…
It’s not uncommon for acclaimed actors to occasionally slum it in awful movies in exchange for a nice fat paycheck. One of the most famous examples is Michael Caine, who won his first Oscar for the 1986 film Hannah and Her Sisters, but couldn’t collect the award because he was busy filming Jaws 4: The…
This year is the fiftieth anniversary of the Chevrolet Camaro—which is another way of saying that the classic rivalry between the Mustang and Camaro has now been going on for half as long as the famous Hundred Years’ War fought between France and England. And make no mistake, when it debuted on September 26, 1966,…
With a huge selection to choose from, the 2015 BMW 5 Series has a lot to offer. From sedan models to Gran Turismo models, there is a different 5 Series vehicle to meet any need, all of which maintain a consistent commitment to luxury. Related: The Ultimate BMW Driving Experience [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for…
After a three-year hiatus, the iconic Land Cruiser is back for the 2024 model year, and with a much lower starting price than before. Though Toyota didn’t disclose full pricing details, it said the starting MSRP would be in “the mid-$50,000 range.” This is quite a long way off the $87,000 you needed to get…
Efficiency and style come together in the 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid with beautifully subtle lines and rounded corners creating a slick silhouette that cuts through the air, providing the hybrid powertrain with optimal performance. The simple honeycomb grille adds a touch of elegance, while the understated hybrid badges set you apart from the rest of…
The brand’s flagship sedan continues to draw Nissan fans with its impressive three-punch combo of strong performance, luscious interior, and superb safety. Outfitted with the latest perks and protective technology, this model should provide a comfortable haven for commuting your children to and from sports practices as well as embarking on family vacations. The 2018 Nissan…
If you have been following Mazda news lately, then you likely already know that the brand is currently on the cusp of introducing a new wave of upgrades to its lineup, and in fact two weeks ago started teasing a pair of concept cars that would show the exact direction of these upgrades when it…
Jamie Chadwick, winner of the 2019 W Series Photo: Owner via CC W Series, an all-female single-seater racing championship, has announced an official partnership with Formula 1, the top single-seater racing series in the world. When it first publicly launched in 2018, the series had been created in response to the lack of female participation…
2014 BMW i8 Exterior The 2014 BMW i8 is an all-new model and it looks like a futuristic concept that you would see on the floor of an Auto Show, but luckily for us, it is already in production. The sleek styling of the BMW i8 is unlike anything to come before it, and standard…
For a while, analysts and reports have sought to find the answer to a big question about electric vehicles: just why aren’t people buying them? Among things like current vehicle range and charger availability, one of the problems is the way the cars are presented. Often, electric vehicles come with bold, instantly-recognizable styling—just consider how…
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