The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport lives up to tis name, equipped with a Sportronic® Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). But its powerful engine doesn’t sacrifice efficiency; in fact, its powertrain earns up to 30 mpg. Plus, the Outlander Sport’s cabin is decked out with advanced tech and comfortable materials. The 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is available in three…
The 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage is a subcompact designed to fill the “what new car can I buy for the least amount of money?” category. For less than $15,000, you get five seats, very good gas mileage, Mitsubishi’s excellent 100,000-mile powertrain warranty, and even some surprising convenience options like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. That makes…
The Mazda CX-3 is the brand’s smallest crossover, combining the versatility of the lineup’s SUVs with the refinement that Mazda brings to all of its vehicles. Helpful Hint: A CPO vehicle can get you some serious benefits [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2018 Mazda CX-3? For 2018, the CX-3 gets two big brand-specific features:…
Sporting the luxury we have come to know and love from Lexus, plus a powerful powertrain under the hood, the brand new Lexus LC is a stand-out in the 2018 model lineup. The 2018 Lexus LC is available at one trim level: the LC 500. Lexus Hybrids: New Model Lineup [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2018 Lexus LC? The…
When many motorists envision the quintessential Jeep vehicle, they undoubtedly picture it to be rather large and imposing. By contrast, the Jeep Renegade is rather small and compact compared to the other entries across the Jeep lineup. Still, to outright dismiss the Renegade would be awfully misguided. Although it is currently Jeep’s smallest and most…
Hyundai’s lineup of SUVs might be limited, but the utility vehicles that the automaker does offer are efficient, affordable, and versatile. The Santa Fe—the largest crossover sold in the USA by the brand—has a starting price just above $30,000 and is packed with plenty of features to deserve that price tag. Additional Model Research: Detailed…
The Hyundai Ioniq has introduced a new model as part of its nameplate: the Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV). This sedan combines electric and gas power to produce a stunningly efficient and versatile powertrain. Plus, with options like heated leather seats and an eight-speaker sound system, the cabin is designed to be your home away from…
Earlier this year, Hyundai debuted its brand-new Elantra GT at the 2017 Chicago Auto Show as the automaker’s headliner in the Windy City. While those in the United States might assume that this sporty compact hatchback is simply a trim of the Elantra sedan, it’s actually an entirely different model known overseas as the i30….
Focused on accommodating large families and transporting large groups, the 2018 GMC Savana Passenger Van seats up to 15 people inside the cabin. Equipped with a 276-horsepower V6, the Savana Passenger Van has an MSRP of $33,515. The 2018 GMC Savana Passenger Van is available in two trims: 1LS and 1LT. The Savana Passenger Van…
Hey, you got $130,000 and a dream to go super-fast? Then you might wanna get a gander at the 2018 Ford Mustang Cobra Jet. The Ford Performance 50th Anniversary Mustang Cobra Jet turnkey race car has been revealed, and, oh, is it ever a doozy. This is the quickest drag racing Mustang that Ford has…
Don’t let the affordable price of the 2018 Dodge Journey convince you that it is lacking in power, technology, or space. The mid-size crossover offers drivers two incredible engines, a four- or six-cylinder, while the available Uconnect 8.4-inch infotainment system keeps drivers seamlessly connected and entertained while on the go. Plus, the 2018 Dodge Journey boasts…
This year, the Corvette is celebrating its 65th birthday. The anniversary edition is as dazzling and stylish as ever, bringing a new, carbon interior and exterior to a classic Corvette frame. The 2018 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport is available at three trim levels: 1LT, 2LT, and 3LT. Each trim is available in a coupe or…
The Chevrolet Trax is the brand’s subcompact SUV offering which caters to young couples and small families who crave a concise vehicle with space, functionality, and safety. Equipped with the latest technology perks, it’s no wonder that many drivers value this affordable ride. The 2018 Chevrolet Trax is available in three trim levels: LS, LT, and Premier. Each version comes in…
General Motors this month unleashed the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox Premier in the Middle East, officially offering it up for sale at the beginning of September. The Equinox Premier marks the debut of the SUV namebadge in the region, and it will carry an attractive starting price point of $30,185 USD. New GM Advances: Next-generation GMC Terrain…
With Chevrolet being one of the biggest names in the automotive industry, it should come as no surprise that one of the most popular compact cars in the industry is the Chevrolet Cruze. The recent addition of a Hatchback model for the Cruze has only increased its popularity. For 2018, Chevrolet is further expanding the…
2018 Buick LaCrosse available with new Red Quartz Tintcoat exterior Buick has announced a round of upgrades coming to the LaCrosse for the 2018 model year. The foremost of these updates is the addition of eAssist light electrification, which will pair an electric motor with the LaCrosse’s standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder to increase city fuel economy…
Are you abuzz with excitement at the possibility of wrapping your hands around the steering wheel of a new 2018 Buick Enclave when it launches this fall? While the sweet embrace of autumn is still a few months away, Buick has put customers that much closer to their prized possessions by pricing its next-generation Enclave….
Toyota became the undisputed king of hybrid cars in 1997 with the Prius, and nearly two decades later, that hasn’t changed. While its new exterior redesign has been controversial, there’s no denying that the 2017 Toyota Prius remains the most advanced and efficient hybrid you can buy for the money. [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New…
As more and more auto consumers continue to favor the SUV and crossover segments, there aren’t as many wagons still available on the market. However, the Subaru Outback continues to be an outlier as an affordable wagon that carries a starting MSRP in the mid-$20,000s. Each 2017 Subaru Outback boasts ground clearance of 8.7 inches…
Subaru has added new trim options for the 2017 Subaru Outback and the 2017 Subaru Legacy. These trims offer even more choices for consumers and introduce increased safety, comfort, and styling. The 2017 Subaru Outback adds the Touring trim while the 2017 Subaru Legacy takes on the Sport trim. [wptab name=”Outback Touring”] In 2017, Subaru…
The 2017 Subaru Legacy is a midsize sedan that comes standard with all-wheel drive and carries a starting MSRP of $21,995. In fact, the only other sedans in this segment that even offer AWD at all are the Chrysler 200 and Ford Fusion. However, AWD with those models is only available on the higher level,…
Subaru’s lineup of vehicles may not be as gargantuan as some other leading automakers, but each of its entries earns acclaim for craftsmanship and quality. The Crosstrek, the brand’s smallest SUV, is based on the underpinnings of the Impreza but gets a wealth of driving and body upgrades that make it an excellent ride for…
The Subaru brand is well known for equipping its vehicles with as many advanced safety features as possible, but there is one car in the Japanese automaker’s lineup that stands out from the rest. That car is the 2017 Subaru BRZ. While all other cars and SUVs that Subaru produces nowadays come standard with all-wheel…
With so many well-known vehicles in its lineup like the iconic 911 sports car, Panamera sedan, and Boxster convertible, it might come as a surprise that Porsche’s best-selling vehicle is actually the Cayenne midsize SUV. The 2017 Cayenne offers consumers the choice of six unique powertrains, each of which provides varying levels of performance and efficiency. In…
The 2017 Porsche 718 Cayman is a mid-engine sports coupe that carries a starting MSRP of $53,900. Introduced in 2005, the Cayman is a more affordable option than the range-topping Porsche 911, but the Cayman still offers the sporty and powerful performance for which Porsche is so well-known. Key competitors for the Porsche 718 Cayman…
If you’ve been dreaming about owning a racecar that you can legally operate on public roads, then the 2017 Nissan GT-R could be the car of your dreams. This super sports car debuted in the US for the 2009 model year and the Japanese automaker has been introducing small improvements every year since. Now the…
Last year, the Nissan Altima was one of the 10 best-selling vehicles in the United States with a total of 333,398 units moved. Nissan was able to sell that many Altima midsize sedans because this model has a strong reputation for reliability, provides respectable fuel economy, and maintains strong resale values. In addition, the Nissan…
The Mazda Miata is already the top-selling roadster ever made, but the Japanese automaker decided to add a new spin to the vehicle for the 2017 model year. One year after introducing the fourth-generation version of its soft-top convertible, Mazda is bringing the RF model to the United States. The RF stands for “Retractable Fastback,”…
Among all of Mazda’s vehicles, the CX-5 is king. Boasting a fresh, complete redesign for 2017 and the most sales of any Mazda in North America, the CX-5 stands as the pinnacle of the brand’s engineering. [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2017 Mazda CX-5? Everything. For this model year, the CX-5 was overhauled,…
Back once more for the 2017 model year, Mazda brings us its subcompact crossover, the stylish CX-3. Let’s Have Some Fun: Check out the newest Miata, the MX-5 RF [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2017 Mazda CX-3? The 2017 Mazda CX-3 is only in its second model year, so carries over unchanged. New for…
Two of Lincoln’s latest and most popular vehicles were recently named recipients of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s 2017 Top Safety Pick award for their respective segments. The 2017 Lincoln MKZ earned the Top Safety Pick for the midsize luxury car category, while the 2017 Lincoln MKX earned the Top Safety Pick for the…
Lincoln has a major hit on its hand with the 2017 Continental sedan, which has caught fire with consumers for everything from its luxurious interior to its surprisingly powerful performance prowess. Because security is every bit as vital for the appeal of a new vehicle, Lincoln put no shortage of effort into boosting the Continental’s…
There’s an old saying, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” and Lexus mostly stuck to that with the 2017 Lexus IS. Instead of giving the already popular vehicle a major visual overhaul, the automaker made some minor adjustments while maintaining the vehicle’s appeal. The 2017 IS has a starting MSRP of $37,825 and competes…
While only a couple of years old, the Jeep Renegade is quickly becoming somewhat of a staple for the brand. While certainly not as popular as the Cherokee or Wrangler lineups, the subcompact SUV still filled in for a segment that many Jeep enthusiasts had been craving for quite some time. In 2017, not much…
Easily the most unique vehicle in Hyundai’s lineup, the three-door Veloster is an affordable, fun-to-drive performance car with no comparable rivals. With an available turbo engine and loads of race-worthy interior enhancements, the 2017 Hyundai Veloster is in a class all its own. More Research: Upgraded technology on the 2017 Hyundai Elantra [wptab name=”What’s New”] 2017 Veloster…
A newcomer to the Hyundai lineup, the Ioniq is a monumental step forward for the brand. Aimed at environmentally-conscious drivers, Hyundai’s Ioniq is actually a groundbreaking trio of vehicles–Hybrid, Electric, or Plug-in versions–all available based on the same model. The all-electric version of the Ioniq forgoes gasoline and uses a battery-powered electric engine for a…
The multi-award-winning 2017 Honda Ridgeline The all-new 2017 Ridgeline from Honda continues to raise its profile. After recently being named 2017 North American Truck of the Year, the vehicle has just earned the highest possible 5-star Overall Vehicle Rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, making it the only pickup truck in America to…
The Honda Fit might be the smallest vehicle in the carmaker’s American lineup, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t big on style and fuel efficiency. It’s considered one of the most fuel-efficient vehicles on the road today, and the 2017 model is no exception to this ruling. With a straight-forward style and unbeatable price, the…
The 2017 Ford Taurus is a large five-passenger sedan that offers a little bit of everything with an emphasis on performance. It’s big and comfy and fitted with a spacious trunk, comes with available all-wheel-drive and a truly sporty SHO trim, offers the latest infotainment technologies, and has earned top safety marks by both the…
The Ford Focus has long been a mainstay in the compact segment, thanks to its attractive styling, ease of handling, and affordable price. The 2017 model is no different; and, with sporty options like the Focus ST and Focus RS, this car is popular with budget-savvy students and performance-hungry drivers alike. Compare: Check out the 2016…
Ever since it first burst upon the scene for the 2009 model year, the Ford Flex crossover has been a favorite of families looking for a vehicle with a spacious cabin, as well as attention-grabbing good looks. Those are two areas where the Ford Flex shines the brightest. Thanks to its squared-off design, it would…
The 2017 Ford F-Series Super Duty has been completely redesigned for the first time since 1999. The Super Duty now features a high-strength aluminum cargo box and body panels, which have reduced the weight of the truck by as much as 350 pounds. This weight loss is important because the Super Duty also includes a…
The 10 millionth Honda built in the U.S. was an Accord. Last week, Honda announced that the 20 millionth Honda vehicle built in the United States rolled off assembly lines at its plant in Marysville, Ohio. The vehicle, an Accord, also historically marked the 10 millionth Accord manufactured in Marysville, Ohio. The Marysville Auto Plant…
The 2017 Fiat 500L is considered a large vehicle in the automaker’s lineup of usually small cars and is perfect for driving around the city or taking the family on an adventure. Its funky styling and varying color options truly make it stand out among others. This four-door hatchback has a starting MSRP of $20,995 for…
The 2020 Outlander Photo: Mitsubishi Motors The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander has the intuitive technologies, family-friendly amenities, and spacious interior you need to enjoy drives with the whole family. Furthermore, the 2020 Outlander is available with numerous organizational accessories so you can keep the cabin neat, even when all the seats are filled. Committed to Your…
When SUVs first began, automakers looked at their trucks and thought, “What if we put some seats and upholstery where the bed is and a roof overhead? That would give us the toughness and style of a truck with the capability of a van.” The 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe is the youngest member of that long…
Photo: Spencer Davis | Unsplash Christian Horner, team principal for Red Bull Racing, says the Formula One team was much happier with Honda in 2019 than with Renault in previous years, as the Japanese manufacturer actually kept its engine promises. Though Red Bull won four titles on the trot from 2010 to 2013 with Renault,…
Dodge Journey History We like to say that the Dodge Journey is the macho man of crossover SUVs. With rugged accents, a hard silhouette, and distinctive lines, the Journey is as handsome as it is reliable. Early History The Journey was unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in Frankfurt, Germany, back in 2007, and was…
Ford and Heinz are collaborating to produce sustainable materials for vehicles. No, your cars won’t run on ketchup, but components of your cars may one day be built from dried tomato skins. That’s what Ford and Heinz are working to develop, at least. Reportedly, researchers from Ford and Heinz are currently collaborating to see if…
The passenger car market has been flagging of late, as consumer tastes shift to larger crossovers. However, as the past two months of rising Cruze sales have indicated (even though these may be fleet sales, and not regular consumer sales), this compact car is not out of the running just yet. [wptab name=”What’s New”] Photo:…
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