General Motors on Friday revealed that it has filed a Safety Petition with the Department of Transportation for the fourth-gen Cruise AV, which will become the world’s first production vehicle to be manufactured from the ground up with no steering wheel, pedals, or manual controls. If permission is granted by the DoT, the self-driving Cruise…
Meet the 2018 Lexus ES: the epitome of luxury sedans. [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2018 Lexus ES? For 2018, the Lexus ES carries over unchanged. 2018 Lexus ES Photos: New for 2018 | Exterior | Performance | Efficiency | Interior | Safety [/wptab] [wptab name=”Exterior”] 2018 Lexus ES Exterior The Lexus ES…
A lovely place to watch a race—or drive a car. The Austrian Grand Prix is one of my favorite races on the calendar. The circuit, which has gone through several major renovations throughout its history, is one of the most beautiful of the season, located near Spielberg in the lovely state of Styria, Austria, where…
Hello there, thief. Say hello to my teeth. When a San Diego police dog takes a bite out of crime, hope on the streets is restored. A thief in California thought he got away with stealing a car from a Roland Park used car dealership, but then the pain set in. The man was spotted…
The 2017 Kia Soul Since its inception in 2009, the Kia Soul has been a hit with drivers of all ages and backgrounds. With its funky exterior design and fun-to-drive reputation, the Soul has received numerous accolades, including “Best Compact Cars for Families” and “Best Compact Car for the Money” U.S. News & World Report,…
Thousands of libraries across the country subscribe to the Kanopy streaming service and offer it free of charge to their members. If your local library is among them, all you need is your library card number to access more than 30,000 movies and documentaries on your TV, computer, or smartphone. Kanopy’s documentary selection is especially…
Though the 2017 Chevrolet Spark might be tiny, it is definitely fierce. This subcompact car is one of the smallest in the market—but don’t let its size fool you. Not only is the Spark considered the most affordable vehicle in Chevy’s lineup, but it will also save you money at the gas pump thanks to…
1966 Stinger On this week’s entry of Jay Leno’s Garage, the former Tonight Show host introduces us to his 1966 Chevy Corvair Yenko Stinger. For those of you to whom the name Yenko is not terribly familiar, it is given to the Stinger by its creator, Don Yenko. Yenko was a race car driver who…
The inflatable safety belt can be found in the 2013 Ford Flex Ford believes that there is no such thing as too much of a good thing—particularly when it comes to safety technology. That’s why the automaker today issued a plea to its competitors: please, use our patented safety technology. Ford is offering licenses to…
It’s Mad Max on a motorcycle… a talking motorcycle Photo: Pixabay via CC Wherever success and uniqueness exist, you’re sure to find imitators. This couldn’t be more true when it comes to the film industry. The cinematic rip-off has been a mainstay for as long as big-budget, uber-popular movies have existed, each desperately trying to…
The 2019 Honda Odyssey is a minivan with room for the whole family and then some. It has all of the space you need to accommodate up to eight people and the convenience and amenities to make the trip comfortable regardless of duration. It has some clever and exclusive tech as well, like CabinWatch and…
Photo: Pkg203 One of the downsides of being injured as a passenger of a service like Uber or Lyft is the legal complications that come afterward. In a normal car incident, or one involving standard public/commercial transportation, the procedure for resolving the dispute is more or less standardized and familiar to everyone. Not so much…
A Wilmer Police had to be thanking his lucky stars after a close call with a speedster on Wednesday morning. As the police cruiser approached a Texas freeway, a car lost control — going airborne — and nearly smashed into the police car. Check out the officer’s dash cam footage below. Dash cam video obtained…
If your vehicle’s headlights are cloudy or foggy, then they’re not working like they should Many drivers habitually check the health of their vehicle’s battery or tires every so often. However, a new study from AAA states that drivers don’t allot the same thorough inspection to another important component of their cars: the headlights. Indeed,…
The very first wrecked Challenger SRT Hellcat is going to auction Photo: Insurance Auto Auctions Remember back in December, when some fool with $60K+ in his pocket decided to buy a brand spankin’ new 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat that was much too powerful for him to handle? The fool in question was Lance Utley…
The 2017 Dodge Charger just earned a five-star overall safety rating from the NHTSA (2016 Charger pictured above) When you think safety, it’s likely you don’t automatically think of an iconic muscle car like the Dodge Charger—but it looks like that’s about to change. The 2017 Dodge Charger was recently awarded a five-star overall safety…
2014 SL ROADSTER convertible The 2014 incarnation of the SL-Class Roadster continues to project sophistication and style through impressive performance. The SL-Class Roadster was completely redesigned last year, and the 2014 version continues on these improvements with a now-standard Premium Package on all model trims. Mercedes-Benz SL-Class History 2014 SL CLASS ROADSTER 2014 SL ROADSTER…
So, according to a new study, apparently 71 percent of people globally think that you can buy a self-driving vehicle right now. A tenth of the people in the study also would totally be cool with having a nap while letting these systems take over. Wide Awake: Engage with your drive in the 2018 Chevy…
When General Motors released the new Cadillac CT6 flagship sedan earlier this year, many automotive publications insisted that move all but signaled the end for the Cadillac XTS. However, Cadillac President Johan de Nysschen recently announced the company is “planning a major refresh” for the XTS sedan. With this surprise announcement, Cadillac will now feature…
There’s no other vehicle on the road today that’s quite like the Jeep Wrangler. Blessed with top-notch off-road-capabilities and one-of-a-kind looks, the Wrangler is the go-to vehicle for people who don’t mind traveling off the beaten path in search of a new adventure. The Jeep Wrangler has also earned numerous industry accolades, including a KBB.com…
If you’re thinking of becoming an Uber or Lyft driver, you need to ensure you’re well-equipped for what’s to come. Other than emotionally preparing to encounter all types of people, it also means getting certain amenities and cleaning tools to make your car the perfect rideshare vehicle. Don’t risk the possibility of a negative review…
Photo: Kia Motors It should come as no surprise that the newly designed 2020 Kia Soul already has an award to put on its shelf. The 2019 iteration of the quirky Kia vehicle was named the “Best Compact Car for the Money” by U.S. News & World Report, and it received the Top Safety Pick…
New to the IIHS Top Safety Pick club is the 2020 Telluride Photo: Kia Motors Step aside, Subaru. It was recently announced that Kia has the most vehicles with Top Safety Pick and Top Safety Pick Plus ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Each year, the IIHS assesses vehicles across all brands and…
Photo: byronv2 General Motors is known for its hardworking, dependable vehicles, like the Chevy Silverado and the GMC Sierra. Now, the renowned automaker is getting in touch with its green side by unveiling its science-based carbon reduction goals. Affordable and Reliable: Used cars under 10K The Science-Based Targets Initiative In the automaker’s ninth annual sustainability…
The 2016 Toyota Avalon was the only car in its segment to be named an IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Each year, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety tests a wide variety of vehicles to determine their crashworthiness. And each year, the IIHS releases two lists—one for vehicles deemed Top Safety Picks, and one for Top…
Road trip season is just starting up, and as you get ready to hit the road, one of the top concerns is bound to be, “What should we take for snacks?” Well, we have the answer, and reasons why. Need a Road Trip Vehicle? Then should it be leased or bought? [wptab name=’Bad Snacking’] Photo:…
Car accidents rank as the 9th leading cause of death in the world, according to the Association for Safe International Road Travel (ASIRT). Every year, approximately 1.3 million people die as a result of car collisions globally, which averages out to 3,287 automotive-related deaths per day. The losses of life are felt by the victim’s…
2010 Mazda6 Mazda has issued a new recall, and it has a lot to do with salt. Specifically, Mazda North American Operations has issued a recall of 2009 and 2010 Mazda6 vehicles in a long list of largely Northeastern and Midwest states, which the brand calls “salt states.” Speaking of Safety: Check out Mazda’s advanced…
This morning, General Motors announced yet another safety recall affecting 2.1 million vehicles after only just recalling 1.3 million vehicles more last evening. This brings the total number of vehicles affected by numerous GM recalls issued since the beginning of March past the staggering total of 8 million. This latest news comes mere hours before…
2018 Kia Optima Photo: Kia After passenger-side upgrades, the 2018 Kia Optima has earned a Top Safety Pick+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). To earn the highest status, the midsize Optima “was modified to achieve good protection in passenger-side small overlap front crashes,” according to the IIHS, which notes the Top…
The European Grand Prix was held in Baku, Azerbaijan. Let’s get a few things out of the way: the Baku circuit is awful and so is the radio ban. We can all reasonably assume the reason Azerbaijan is now somehow home to the European Grand Prix, despite not being located in Europe, is that its…
Hyundai is developing new artificial-intelligence tech to detect and assess vehicle crash injuries, transmit this information to emergency responders, and help victims get lifesaving care more quickly. To do this, Hyundai is teaming up with MDGo, an Israeli medical technology company that focuses on AI systems. Here’s how this technology is envisioned: Using sensors throughout…
Robert Kubica during FP1 practice at the 2018 Austrian Grand Prix Photo: pedrik / Flickr It’s actually happening. Robert Kubica, who retired from Formula One after heavily injuring his hand in a rallying crash in early 2011, is returning to the sport after an eight-year absence. The whole world had willed him on, but many…
Never ever ever in our Wildest Dreams did we think we’d see T. Swift’s perfect face adorning the cockpit of an IndyCar. But now that we know an automobile can look this fabulous, Everything Has Changed. Cuz darling, it’s a racecar dressed like a daydream. Apparently there was a Blank Space on the side of…
Some people have argued that red light cameras are more about making money, rather than promoting safety Photo: © Ben Ostrowsky Nobody likes getting a traffic ticket, especially when it’s the result of a camera taking a picture of your car because you couldn’t get through a red light quick enough or because you were…
Lincoln Corsair earns third consecutive IIHS Top Safety Pick Photo: Lincoln The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety announced a huge wave of 2021 IIHS Top Safety Pick and Top Safety Pick+ winners in February — including two of the top dogs in the Lincoln Motor Company lineup. The 2021 Lincoln Corsair and Lincoln Aviator both…
Photo: Mazda The 2019 Mazda6 just earned the Top Safety Pick Designation from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. In a series of six crashworthiness evaluations, this sporty midsize car proved that it had more than good looks and exciting driving dynamics. Maintenance Matters: The 30/60/90K mile maintenance schedule What it takes to be a…
2015 Nissan Murano At this year’s Washington Auto Show last Thursday, the 2015 Nissan Murano was named “Best New/Redesigned Midsize Crossover” by the Kiplinger’s Personal Finance in the 2015 Best Value Awards. Vehicles are chosen based on various factors such as price, value, performance, safety, and a test drive. Dan Mohnke, Nissan Chief Marketing Manager, had this…
Sergio Pérez celebrates winning the 2020 Sakhir Grand Prix Photo: Ennoti via CC Red Bull has confirmed Sergio Pérez will drive alongside Max Verstappen for its Formula One team next year. With this major announcement, the official 2021 F1 driver lineup has been nearly finalized. Mercedes has yet to renew Lewis Hamilton’s contract — but…
The high-performance R member of Volkswagen’s acclaimed Golf family will be arriving at US dealerships in the first quarter of 2015, but those who want to guarantee ownership will get a chance to do so in less than two weeks from now. The 2015 VW Golf R pre-order will begin on January 8th, with 500 initial models available…
Automatic braking has become a pretty well-known technology as more and more automakers have rolled out the active safety system in their vehicles. In principle, it’s a pretty simple idea: sensors on the front tell the car when it is about to hit something, and then it puts on the brakes. How about when backing…
Whether your teen is heading back to high school, going off to college, or starting a new job, they’re probably eager to get behind the wheel. Here’s a look at some safe and practical models for young drivers. Shopping for Your Teen’s First Car? Score a vehicle for under $10,000 Chevrolet Equinox Photo: Chevrolet The…
Honda is developing a new airbag that will work better than the current standard airbag design when your car is involved in a collision that isn’t head-on, which the automaker says is the case in 56 percent of impacts. Because more than half of collisions involve your car connecting with something at an angle, it’s…
Lincoln Nautilus SUVs built after March 2021 earn the IIHS Top Safety Pick Photo: Insurance Institute for Highway Safety The new and improved 2021 Lincoln Nautilus is bringing home one of the top honors for safety. The latest Lincoln Nautilus earned the 2021 Top Safety Pick from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The Future…
Pictured (from left to right): Wendy Durward, Director of Infiniti Canada, Christian Meunier, President of Nissan Canada and Tim Franklin, Senior Manager of Product Planning for Infiniti Canada At last week’s Montreal International Auto Show, Infiniti was given not one, but two awards by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC). Infiniti earned the AJAC…
A new report warns that an increasing number of Americans are using their smartphones in more dangerous ways behind the wheel. New research from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety indicates that drivers were seen talking on their phones less in 2018 than in 2014, but were manipulating their phones in other ways 57% more…
Buckle Up for Life educates parents on car seat safety If you’re a proud parent, you know that nothing is more important than ensuring the safety of your child while you’re on the road. Yet every year, hundreds of parents install their children’s car seats incorrectly without realizing, ultimately jeopardizing their safety in the event…
For the last three years in Formula 1, Mercedes has won everything there is to win while setting numerous records along the way. Never before in the history of the sport has a single team been so dominant for so long—but the new 2017 regulations were supposed to shake things up and, with a little…
Subaru is making headlines with its updated and new models this year. New for 2014 is a host of revamped technologies throughout its lineup. For example, the Legacy and Outback will see audio upgrades and new standard features. In addition, Subaru will utilize its award-winning EyeSight® (which is the highest-rated front crash prevention system by…
Gran Turismo 5 by IGN games. Ever wanted to enjoy the excitement of racing a turbocharged McLaren MP4-12C through the Champs-Élsyées? How about kicking in seventh gear and overtaking someone at 150 miles-per-hour under a beautiful sunset, or powering your way through a nasty crash in a high-stakes competition? For many people, the thrill of…
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