Mary Barra is a lot of things in the automotive industry, from the first female CEO to one of its most vocal advocates for STEM education. In 2016, she was also the highest paid CEO in the industry with total compensation equaling $22.6 million. That is actually a 21% pay drop for Ms. Barra because…
What design changes will Helen Emsley have in store for new Buick models? Photo: © General Motors The design boss at GMC, Helen Emsley, has taken over the same leadership role at Buick, according to a report by Automotive News (subscription required). Interior Design: Learn more about the advanced tech equipment that’s available with new…
Bryan Nesbitt Buick’s new lead designer, Bryan Nesbit, has only been on the job since June. As the level at which the brand is sharing stylistic cues with its spiritual sister brand, Opel, and with the advent of a new, Avenir Concept-influenced aesthetic for the brand’s upcoming vehicles, it’s fair to say that he’s already…
Whenever classic cars are brought up in conversation, most people immediately think of their favorite vintage Packard, luxury Cadillac, or Chevy muscle car. But, have you ever wondered how automobiles went from simple transportation machines with function-based exterior designs to the beautiful works of art that mesmerize millions of car enthusiasts around the world? Artist Harley Earl had…
Passing your driving test can be an exciting and challenging time. You’re suddenly hit with incredible costs for more than just your new car, including insurance, fuel, and parking. All of this can add up so quickly that you may even consider looking into short-term small loans to cover these initial starting costs. However, these…
No, not this one Boston is about to be the host to the cutting edge of driving technology, as Massachusetts transportation officials have given the legal go-ahead to self-driving startup nuTonomy to begin testing its autonomous vehicles in its capital city. Latest and Greatest: Check out the new Chevrolet Corvette Stingray NuTonomy is an MIT…
As the son of a die-hard car fan, I spent many nights of my childhood in the basement with my dad racing model cars around an old, plastic track. Revving the cars as fast as they could go brought me a lot of glee, especially when they flew off the track and ran into our…
Photo: GM The Chevy Camaro comes in strong for the 2020 model year, with a spectrum of fresh updates to please fans. We’ve already mentioned a few of those modifications, such as the new addition of the available 10-speed automatic transmission. Now, the brand has announced that the 2020 Camaro will boast new infotainment features,…
In an effort to provide a jump to its premier plug-in, the 2014 Volt price was reduced by $5,000 starting with the 2014 model year. The move would lower the 2014 Volt’s price to $34,995 with shipping, which is a 12.5% decrease from last year’s model. The move comes after Volt sales dropped by 3.3%…
Here is a concept that may come somewhat out of left field: high-performance sports cars that are likely to become collectible somewhere down the line are pretty good in terms of retaining value. Weird, we know. Ford has quite a few vehicles that might fit this bill—up to and including the 2017 Ford GT supercar…
Visitors to Massachusetts tend to focus their time in historic Boston or beautiful Martha’s Vineyard. But the Bay State is also home to several classic car museums that depict the rich history of automobiles in America. Check out the following three museums on your next trip. Heritage Museums & Gardens 1937 Cord 812 Phaeton at…
The Mustang Shelby GT500 is one of six vehicles on the 2020 Hagerty Hot List Photo: Ford Are you thinking about scooping up a badass 2020 Mustang Shelby GT500 but balking a bit at the $74,000 net price? You might not want to think on it too much longer, because expert vehicle valuator Hagerty says…
Photo: Dvortygirl I fancy myself to be mildly handy around a car—I know when and how to change my brake pads, I know when it is time for new tires, and I can even change my own oil without destroying the engine. However, there is one thing that I never really truly understood, other than…
12.4 miles of road will be closed in the center of London. Mayor Sadiq Khan unveiled the plans for September 22 — Clean Air Day — in a bid to help tackle the city’s air pollution problem. https://t.co/v38O1iAqGM — CNN (@CNN) June 20, 2019 On Sept. 22, London residents will observe a car-free day. Mayor Sadiq…
This summer has been a busy one for GM, here in the States. The brand has moved closer to achieving its zero-emission goal. It’s introduced the 2020 Chevy Corvette, as well as some exciting new packages and trim options, like the 2020 GMC Terrain Denali Premium Package.  Yet it’s also been a busy time for…
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