The Outlander PHEV won “Best Green Development” in the annual Techie Awards Well fancy that: turns out that the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is not just the “Best Alternative Fuel Vehicle” in the UK, but it is also the proud recipient of the “Best Green Development” Award which it won in BusinessCar’s annual Techie Awards. Meanwhile,…
2013 Subaru BRZ Gone is the typical rugged, outdoorsy styling of the Subaru lineup. The 2013 BRZ is bringing something completely unique to the brand’s lineup—a large amount of sex appeal. Built as part of a partnership between Toyota and Scion, the 2013 BRZ combines a sleek body with beautifully curved lines to create one…
The quest of the Honda Aircraft Company to put their HondaJet into service next year took another step forward on June 27 when Honda celebrated a successful initial flight from the first production version of the aircraft. “With this first flight, the HondaJet program has entered the next exciting phase as we prepare for delivery,”…
The Mitsubishi Plug-In Commercial Vehicle (aka an Outlander PHEV minus a couple of seats) will debut at CENEX 2014 Who says that sports cars, minivans, and sedans get all the glamour? Why must small cars be the only vehicles that bear a hybrid badge? Where is it written that a whole article cannot be composed…
2019 Ram 1500 Limited The 144th Kentucky Derby is set to race on Saturday, May 5, and in honor of being the official truck of Churchill Downs® and the celebrated derby for the ninth time, Ram is revealing a limited, special edition truck. The Ram 1500 Limited Kentucky Derby Edition is a version of the…
Jennifer Lopez will be one of a dozen artists performing at Fashion Rocks 2014 September 9 on CBS. Photo: Ana Carolina Kley Vita Practically the entire world has had Miata fever since the announcement that Mazda would be reviving and producing this year’s Fashion Rocks in order to promote the 25th anniversary of the Mazda…
Hold onto your butts! Photo:Fisher-Price Jurassic Park is celebrating its 25th anniversary later this year, and even after two and a half decades, it remains one of the highest-grossing movies of all time. While the dinosaurs on display are the most obvious icons of the film, the Jurassic Park Jeep has also served as symbol…
Porsche also ranked highest among all nameplates in the 2015 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study Coming in first place just doesn’t get old for Porsche. For the 11th straight year, Porsche was rated highest among nameplates in the J.D. Power APEAL Awards. The APEAL awards are based on the results of surveys that consumers fill out after owning a…
Photo: Takayuki Suzuki Formerly known as Formula Nippon, the Super Formula series is the highest category of open-wheel racing in Japan. Though it originated as the Japanese leg of the Formula 2 championship, Super Formula is now a standalone series more akin to the United States’ IndyCar than to a traditional feeder series for Formula One—nonetheless,…
Lance Stroll, winner of the 2016 FIA Formula 3 Championship Photo: Chris501 Off to a Racing Weekend? You’ll probably need an RV The FIA European Formula 3 Championship is a high-level feeder series for drivers seeking a Formula One seat. It was known as the Formula 3 Euro Series from 2003 to 2012 before it…
The 2017 Nissan Pathfinder was released as a refreshed model this year, and it is quickly winning over customers and reviewers alike. This month, Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com recognized it as one of its “12 Best Family Cars of 2017” in its recent list. Considering the roominess and capability of the three-row SUV, we’re not…
In Canada, the land to our north, Nissan sells a sub-compact car called the Nissan Micra. While usually cars that small are more about getting from place to place than driving fun, the automaker has turned the affordable car into a racing opportunity. This weekend marks the first summer event in the Nissan Micra Cup,…
The new Mitsubishi compact crossover will take some design cues from the eX Concept (pictured above) Since Mitsubishi’s announcement that it will focus its production mostly on SUVs, the industry has been waiting to see what the Japanese carmaker has in store for its lineup. Now, it looks like we’ve got a glimpse of what’s…
2019 all-new Volkswagen Arteon debuts at 2018 Chicago Auto Show The much-anticipated Volkswagen Arteon made a bright statement with its U.S. debut at the 2018 Chicago Auto Show. The midsize sedan, designed to be a flagship of Volkswagen in the states, boasts power, space, innovative tech, and a graceful design. Learn How: To beat the…
Xenon headlights are now standard for the Lexus ES Hybrid, while ventilated seats are offered as an option for those sedans with the NuLuxe leatherette upholstery. The Display Audio package also now offers Siri Eyes Free compatibility for newer iPhones 2014 Lexus ES Hybrid Exterior Some might think that the 2014 ES Hybrid has such…
Do you often times find yourself admiring images of the 2015 Mustang and singing (be it in your head or, inexplicably, aloud) Paula Cole’s “I Don’t Wanna Wait?” Then we’ve got just the thing for you, dear reader: the 2015 Ford Mustang configurator is now live for your perusal! If you often times find yourself…
Last week, Toyota blew our mind by revealing a candid shot of the all-new 2016 Tacoma’s rear end, and we marveled at its taillights, bumper, and ability to go through large puddles. Today, the automaker is going a step further by releasing a tantalizing image of the Tacoma’s front, revealing even more about the redesigned…
2014 Nissan Murano At first glance, it’s easy to see that the 2014 Nissan Murano is not your typical midsize crossover. With an extremely sculpted body and a curved rear end that features protruding headlights, there’s an almost futuristic feel to the Murano that you don’t normally find in its segment. A lip on the…
Toyota Highlander History The Toyota Highlander is a midsize crossover SUV based on the Toyota Camry platform, but with the versatility of an SUV. The Highlander became the first car-based midsize SUV, and is the counterpart to the more rugged, truck-based midsize 4Runner. Related: Refreshed and Ready – The 2015 Toyota Camry Early History The…
Cadillac recently introduced the 2014 ATS Crimson Sport Edition, which is already becoming one of the most popular models in its lineup. The 2014 ATS Crimson Sport Special Edition is a unique new version of the already-loved ATS Sedan. The special edition ATS is expected to hit show rooms later this month, and be available…
2015 Nissan Quest pricing announced Nissan is rolling out the 2015 version of its Quest minivan, and it has announced that the latest model will boast a $26,530 starting price (not including the $885 destination and handling fees), which marks a $310 increase over the 2014 model. The biggest amendments made for the 2015 Quest…
2013 Scion xB The 2013 Scion xB receives revised interior and exterior styling, including a new front bumper, seat fabric, and optional BeSpoke Premium Audi system. 2013 Scion xB Exterior The 2013 Scion xB is perfect for consumers who will not tolerate any sort of roundness to their vehicle (excepting the wheels, of course). Its…
The 2014 Chevy Traverse flaunts the sleek styling of a compact crossover combined with the unrivaled versatility of a large SUV. The bold exterior design begins with a simplistic, yet aggressive front grille, and its dynamic curb appeal is boosted by standard 17-inch steel wheels. |2014 Chevy Traverse Specifications| 2014 Chevy Traverse Performance There is…
WANT We are but a day away from the 50th Anniversary of the Ford Mustang, so what better time for the automaker to announce the Mustang 50 Year Limited Edition model. When Ford says limited here, they certainly mean it: only 1,964 examples will be manufactured as an homage to the year in which America’s…
2013 Ford Fusion Energi The 2013 Ford Fusion Energi is redesigned with more dramatic styling, better fuel economy, and MyFord Touch technology. 2013 Ford Fusion Energi Exterior The 2013 Ford Fusion Energi took styling to another level for the 2nd generation of the model. The elegant poise, curvaceous sheet metal, and wider body give it…
Photo: Raniel Diaz Juan Pablo Montoya has been tipped to make his 24 Hours of Le Mans debut with United Autosport this year. According to French media outlets Le Maine Libre and Auto Hebdo, the two-time Indy 500 winner is in talks with the team to race one of its Ligier JS P217 prototypes. This…
The industry caught its first sight of the newest Mitsubishi crossover in California Photo: Twitter Earlier this year, Mitsubishi announced its plan to introduce a new crossover or SUV every year until 2021. Now, it looks like the Japanese carmaker is living up to this promise. The brand’s newest crossover was recently spotted undergoing testing in the…
Each year the Automotive Science Group™ assesses hundreds of vehicles in an attempt to find those that truly stand out within their classes and with respect to their environmental, economic, and all-around performance. The environmental performance metric focuses on each vehicle’s life-cycle carbon footprint measured by CO2-equivalent emissions, from the materials extracted to build the…
The Mitsubishi Lancer has undergone a redesign for the 2016 model year Mitsubishi recently revealed the 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer and we have to say—we didn’t think it could get any sportier. Turns out, we were wrong. The newest Lancer has undergone a complete redesign and it’s more stylish than ever before. With a more sculpted…
Mitsubishi’s newest crossover SUV continues to earn praise from its peers as the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross nabs top safety ratings in the Japan New Car Assessment Program. Learn More: About the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Within the past year, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has received high ratings from the new car assessment programs in Europe, Southeast Asia,…
Mitsubishi has announced more details about the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer, including its price Mitsubishi may be focusing mostly on its crossover and SUV lineup, but that doesn’t mean the Japanese carmaker is letting its sedan fall to the wayside. The brand recently announced the specs and pricing for the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer, and we have…
Wow, that was quick. After not even a week of first-driving impressions, the North American 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata has already won its first award. This comes out of Florida from the Southern Automotive Media Association, who gave the Miata the title of “Best Small Convertible” at the 2015 Topless in Miami drive and evaluation…
Winter is here, and in Canada, that means bundling up against the cold. Across all of North America’s climates, though, it means auto show season. The 2020 Montreal International Auto Show is gearing up for January 17-26, and Nissan is bringing its latest and greatest vehicles to show off: The 2020 Nissan Sentra and 2020…
Models and Artists took the stage on Sept 9 for Fashion Rocks. Photo: Mikael Miettinen We’ve been following every ounce of news concerning Mazda’s Fashion Rocks revival since word broke a couple months ago in conjunction with the debut of the new MX-5 Miata. Tonight, Tuesday September 9, was the big night as the New…
The Mazda CX-5 is the company’s top-selling model in Australia While the American market is eagerly awaiting an upgraded version of the Mazda CX-5, consumers in Australia have been busy buying up this SUV in such high rates that the company decided it could add more standard safety features, lower the price, and still turn…
In anticipation of the sale date in North America, Mazda North American Operations has released the pricing for its brand-new entry-level subcompact crossover: the 2016 Mazda CX-3. The CX-3 will start with an MSRP of $19,960 for the CX-3 Sport with front-wheel drive. More New Vehicles From Mazda: The New 2016 Mazda MX-5 The car…
Summer is here, which means you’ve probably planned a road trip or two. And you and your spouse and or family members have already downloaded, uploaded, and packed everything to keep yourselves entertained for the long journey, complete with headphones. Although, music, podcasts, audiobooks, and video games are awesome activities for a road trip, they…
2016 Volvo XC70 Whether you choose to call the 2016 Volvo XC70 a midsize wagon or luxury crossover, it doesn’t change the facts that the 2016 XC70 offers some of the best advanced safety features and storage capacity of any vehicle in its segment. Featuring new engine options and safety technology for the 2016 model…
Photo: Nissan Most drivers and passengers enjoy the quiet ride that the Nissan LEAF provides — however, many parents rely upon the calming white noise of an internal combustion engine to help their children fall asleep. That’s why Nissan has dropped a five-track EP to help kids nod off. Give Your Kids a Greener Future:…
Whether you’re in the market for a new vehicle or browsing rental ones for your next family road trip, Buick is the perfect brand to consider. It has earned a reputation for producing vehicles with advanced safety, technology, and comfort to enhance long drives. Consider the following three Buick models for your next adventure. The Great Divide: What…
2014 Chevy Camaro Spring Special Edition To ring in a new season full of sunshine and warmer temperatures, Chevy introduces the Chevy Camaro Spring Special Edition for a limited time. 2014 Chevy Camaro Spring Special Edition Exterior The Spring Special Edition is based on the 2LT or 2SS trims, and is distinguished by a Summit…
Kia Telluride Originally unveiled at the 2016 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), the distinctive Kia Telluride model has just received the bronze medal at the 2017 International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) in the concept car “Transportation” category. No stranger to IDEA awards, Kia had produced some other award-winning models like the 2012 Rio and…
Kia has really kicked things up a notch in recent years. Now, it looks like the brand might be going in a completely different direction with its North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) debut. The Korean carmaker recently released two teaser images of a new SUV, which Kia is calling the Telluride. Created in the…
2019 Dodge Challenger For the first time, Dodge has taken home a Brand Image Award from the experts at Kelley Blue Book. As the Best Brand winner, Dodge bested the competition thanks to its modern take on the brand’s legendary standout styling. “Dodge may be a first-time winner in this category, but its vehicles’ designs…
2018 Nissan Rogue Hybrid Photo: Nissan Its combined EPA-estimated fuel rating of 34 mpg when equipped with front-wheel drive and 35 mpg when equipped with all-wheel drive, earned the 2018 Nissan Rogue Hybrid a spot on Kelley Blue Book®’s Top 10 list of the Most Fuel-Efficient SUVs. The five-passenger 2018 Rogue Hybrid is currently available…
2018 Kia Stinger GT Kia has two more reasons to brag thanks to J.D. Power. The recent Automotive Performance, Execution, and Layout study deemed two Kia models, the powerhouse Stinger and the mighty Rio, as winners in their respective segments. These two awards add to Kia Motors’ four-year run of being honored by the J.D….
Word on the street is that the 2022 Corvette Z06 will take a cue from hypercars. According to MuscleCarsAndTrucks, it will incorporate carbon fiber wheels, active aerodynamics, and Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R tires. Get Behind the Wheel: Schedule a Corvette test drive here Details about the performance tweaks Lightweight carbon fiber wheels will…
Imagine this, but it can eat a couple grenade blasts for breakfast. That’s the Inkas armored Lincoln Navigator L Photo: Lincoln Does anyone really need an SUV that can withstand two simultaneous grenade blasts and a hail of .30-caliber gunfire? Probably not. But hey, if you can get it, why not? Ain’t that America, after…
2017 Kia Optima The 2017 Kia Optima has just received the IIHS’s annual Top Safety Pick Plus award under the midsize car category.* Going along with the brand’s focus on safety, three of its other makes also made the list: the 2017 Sportage, Cadenza, and Sedona. Only the Optima and Cadenza, however, made the superior…
Abandon all hope, ye who enter here This seems to be a commonly-held fact that we don’t even need to enumerate, but what the hell, it’s always worth pointing out: there are a lot of really, really dumb people on this planet. If you would like to kick off your week with an almost staggering…
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