Photo from Greg Gjerdingen via Flikr In 1992, the genre of courtroom drama saw its watershed moment with the release of My Cousin Vinny. The film is a comedy masterpiece involving wrongful convictions, the benefits of a good plate of grits, and, rather unexpectedly, a fair amount of automotive trivia. In fact, it was one character’s…
Modern cars are built to last, but the way you drive, the maintenance you perform, and a lot of other factors impact the longevity of your car’s life. The following tips from AutoCar writer Richard Dredge will help you extend the life of your car. Award-winning Performer: New Corvette Stingray named 2020 MotorTrend Car of…
The Chicago Auto Show is a well-known event in the automotive world, with car makers debuting concept cars, new model years, and bringing their tried-and-true classics to the showroom floor. Our editors attended this year’s Chicago Auto Show press event, and got a closer look at a handful of the models. For your convenience, here is a…
The Mustang Convertible has been a staple of popular culture since its inception. No ride is more known for the sense of freedom it creates. Even though the 2015 Ford Mustang Convertible is newly redesigned, it retains the spirit of the Mustang legacy. [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2015 Ford Mustang Convertible? The brand…
An engine’s redline is indicated on the tachometer Photo: Schumi4everEdward via CC If you’re a Chevy fan, you might be familiar with the brand’s Redline special editions. You might not be familiar with the actual redline that inspired these editions, however. Thrilling Rides: Discover the 2020 Corvette Redline explained Per Car and Driver’s K.C. Colwell,…
What’s more exciting than seeing a full-loaded stock or Indy car barrel down a racetrack? Seeing a tricked-out minivan. A decade ago, this Honda Odyssey–built at the Honda Manufacturing Plant in Lincoln, Alabama–underwent numerous upgrades and modifications to become the Racing Odyssey. The 2005 Honda Racing Odyssey minivan is a testament to the brand’s passion…
A motorcade of movie stars, who all happen to be cars Earlier this year, Disney and Pixar released the final entry in the Cars trilogy, the aptly-named Cars 3. While the Cars franchise of films has not always been seen as the most critically-acclaimed project in Pixar’s impressive portfolio, it has resulted in a new generation…
A front view of the Golf R At the opening press day of the 2014 North American International Auto Show, VW unveiled the all-new 2015 Volkswagen Golf R at long last. As Volkswagen promised, the newest edition Golf R is the most powerful production Golf to hit American shores yet. 2015 Volkswagen Golf R: Driving…
The true MVPs of the MLB season Baseball season is almost set to begin, with Opening Day taking place on March 29. The 2018 season is especially exciting for the Detroit Tigers, as it marks the 5oth anniversary of their 1968 World Series Championship. Fans of all ages will be in attendance as the Tigers…
When it comes to vehicles for your brand-new driver, the bigger it is, the better it is Choosing the right first car for a teenage driver is no easy task. As teen drivers are just figuring out the basics of operating a motor vehicle, providing them with a car that will keep them safe is…
Photo: FreeStocks Ladies and gentlemen, if you’re looking for a Prince Charming that knows how to have a good time while still being responsible, you might want to check out Utah. An intoxicated resident of Clinton came upon a stranded baby bird, and instead of driving drunk, he sent it safely to an animal rescue…
Photo: Chevrolet As you might expect from someone who writes about cars for a living, I think they’re pretty cool. Often, they seem to have a personality of their own, whether that’s the result of effective marketing or exceptional design. But one thing that’s always confused me is why people give their vehicles names. So,…
You’ve seen the Redline package on familiar favorites like the Equinox and the Blazer. Now, the sporty accent package is coming to the 2022 Chevrolet Camaro. Here’s what it adds to the all-American muscle car. Need for Speed: The Camaro is one of the fastest cars under $30K Meet the Redline Edition Camaro The Redline…
Photo: sanjitbakshi A few years back, 20 carmakers announced a commitment to include automatic braking as a standard feature by 2022. Now, many countries are pushing for standard automatic braking in new vehicles, starting in 2020. Earlier this week, the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) finalized an agreement among 40 countries to start…
Admittedly, the 1990s wasn’t the greatest decade for car design. We think of it as more of a transitional decade that helped all us forget what was an even worse decade for style—the 80s! Fortunately, there were a few remarkable events and significant cars that stand out. Let’s take a look at some of the…
The 2021 Buick Envision Photo: Buick The Buick Envision has been significantly redesigned for 2021, coming with new technology and a more stylish design. One of the most intriguing updates for this second-generation SUV is that it now uses the new Vehicle Intelligence Platform. Check Out the Previous Model: The 2020 Envision What does this…
Ever seen a Toyota Prius do a burnout? Until today, we certainly hadn’t—and we honestly never expected that we would. But why should hybrid drivers leave all the fun to fast sports cars like the Corvette Z06? One Prius driver decided to see what his hybrid could do, and what resulted was a pretty epic…
An electric school bus project is currently being tested in California, but it is believed that it could be a billion dollar industry, all while cutting out the harmful fumes of diesel gasoline. It might not be Ms. Frizzle’s magic school bus, but an electric school bus still sounds pretty awesome—for many reasons. As it…
Though the Cruze is a thing of the (recent) past for U.S. Chevy fans, this model is reinventing itself in South America. Here’s a brief overview of some of the key changes the 2020 Cruze embodies. What’s new The 2020 Chevy Cruze boasts two major updates worth noting: the addition of the Premier trim and a…
This sleek recreational vehicle was decades ahead of its time Photo: GMC During the 1960s and 1970s, General Motors was experiencing great success. With its vehicles flying off of dealership lots and new innovations creating better vehicles every year, the sky was truly the limit for GM. All of this success led to some interesting…
CNBC leaks images of the new 2016 Camaro Photo credit: GM Inside News The leaks just keep on comin’. The all-new sixth-generation 2016 Chevy Camaro is having its official debut tomorrow at Detroit’s Belle Isle Park, but earlier today, photos of the vehicle were leaked on CNBC’s Squawk Box. At the time, we were still…
Dale Earnhardt Jr. will pace the Daytona 500 in this 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Dale Earnhardt Jr. has won the Daytona 500 twice, and now he’ll lead the way in a different capacity. The 61st Daytona will be held Feb. 17. To get the event underway, Earnhardt Jr. will drive a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado pace truck….
Photo: David Adam Kess via CC Considering the fact that 2020 has been going on for roughly 450,000 years, you’d be forgiven for forgetting that the year 1963 ever actually happened. While it wasn’t exactly a bastion of positivity — this was the same year as the Kennedy assassination — a few good things did…
Genre: Documentary Directors/Producers: Adam Carolla and Nate Adams Publisher: Chassy Media Publication Date: November 22, 2016 Cast: Henry Ford III, Edsel Ford II, Piero Ferrari, Mario Andretti, Dan Gurney, David Hobbs, Bob Bondurant, Peter Brock, John Surtees, Mauro Forghieri Website: http://chassymedia.com The 24 Hour War is a new documentary film about the famous rivalry between…
Motor Trend named the 2016 Mercedes-AMG GT S the 2015 Best Driver’s Car Luxury automaker Mercedes-Benz today announced that Motor Trend chose the 2016 Mercedes-AMG GT S as its 2015 Best Driver’s Car. This isn’t a title that comes easy. Motor Trend pushes contenders to the limit on the track during Best Driver’s Car Week…
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