The increasing intelligence of today’s cars is impressive. As the likes of Tesla, Google, GM and BMW push the boundaries, our cars are becoming more advanced than ever. However, alongside these innovations come a number of risks. In recent months, we’ve seen how autonomous settings aren’t quite up to scratch in certain situations. Although the statistics suggest that computerized drivers…
Photo: Jake Archibald Whether you like it or not—and most do not—the Formula One cars of 2018 will feature a new device called the “Halo.” This article will attempt to detail what it is as well as its purpose, potential shortcomings, and why no one seems to like it. What is it? For years, the…
2021 Nissan Rogue Photo: Nissan Each year, Nissan equips its vehicles with the latest safety technologies, and the brand’s efforts have paid off. Four of its vehicles in the 2021 lineup have earned top safety ratings from the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety. Three of the vehicles — the nimble Rogue, sophisticated Maxima, and sleek…
When equipped with the Autonomous Emergency Braking System, Forward Collision Warning System, and high-intensity discharge headlights, the 2018 Kia Niro is a Top Safety Pick Plus. The TSP+ rating issued from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety is the organization’s highest possible distinction. Vehicles worthy of such an honor have to earn specific ratings in…
2016 Volvo S60 Cross Country The 2016 Volvo S60 Cross Country is an all-wheel drive specialty vehicle that is capable of 130 mph, according to estimates from Top Speed. The 2016 model year marks the first time that the S60 Cross Country has been sold in the United States and it will come with a…
The Ford Fiesta is a petite model with a lot to offer. Depending on your needs, you can choose between sedan and hatchback configurations. Each model seats up to five passengers, and the hatchback offers up to 25.4 cubic feet of cargo space. The 2018 Ford Fiesta is available in four trims: S, SE, Titanium,…
The Ford Edge is a versatile, stylish SUV ready to tackle the open road. A popular nameplate for Ford, the Edge brings with it a powerful and efficient powertrain and a whole host of interior comfort features. The 2018 Ford Edge is available in four trims: SE, SEL, Titanium, and Sport. Similar Vehicles: Take a…
Although the Kia Soul frequently appears on lists for affordable, safe cars for recent graduates on the market for a new ride, the 2017 Kia Rio appears to be an even better option for this demographic. The 2017 Kia Rio comes in at a base price of $14,165. The 2017 Kia Rio is a great…
The sixth-generation Ford Mustang continues to be a powerhouse among performance fans, seemingly only getting better with age. But comparing the 2017 Ford Mustang to a fine wine would be to undersell its harder and quintessentially American aspects. It might be more apt to say, instead, that driving the 2017 Mustang is akin to cracking…
2016 Acura MDX The 2016 Acura MDX is a luxury crossover SUV featuring a starting MSRP of just $42,865. With great available safety features, respectable fuel economy, and a capable engine, the 2016 MDX model is sure to continue its role as one of Acura’s best-selling vehicles. The 2016 Acura MDX comes with front-wheel drive…
2014 Terrain The 2014 GMC Terrain is categorized as a compact crossover SUV, but its bold, sculpted exterior is reminiscent of larger SUVs, so just by looking at the 2014 Terrain, you’ll know it can tackle any challenge you throw at it. The 2014 GMC Terrain comes equipped with standard 17-inch alloy wheels to compliment…
It was announced Thursday that both the regular and double cab versions of the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 earned the top 5-star Overall Vehicle Score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in its New Car Assessment Program. It was previously confirmed that crew cab models of the 2014 Chevy…
Image: Netflix under Creative Commons BY-SA 4.0 Netflix is home to tons of great TV shows for gearheads, but if you’re looking for something a bit different to watch, the streaming service also offers a solid lineup of documentary films for car lovers. Read on to discover 11 of the most interesting automotive documentaries you…
Photo: Mazda Although Mazda vehicles are known for their sleek styling and spirited driving dynamics, the automaker is quickly becoming known for its remarkable safety record. For the 2020 model year, Mazda boasts more Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Top Safety Pick + vehicles in its lineup than any other automaker. The Mazda lineup boasts…
One of the many General Lee cars from Dukes of Hazzard will be auctioned off later this month There are few cars in the history of television that are quite as famous as General Lee, the 1969 Dodge Charger from Dukes of Hazzard. In the 70s, this Charger became synonymous for the crazy antics of…
Don’t do this in Ontario (or anywhere) If you plan on doing any driving in Ontario, make sure you’re not using any handheld device at the same time. The province recently introduced a stringent new law to combat distracted driving. As of Jan. 1, you’re not allowed to use a handheld device to text, make…
On-road fatalities are back on the decline after a few years of increases Contemporary cars come loaded with a wide array of safety features and systems. While these safety features might sometimes seem excessive, the data shows that they are doing their part to keep passengers safe. In fact, the number of automotive fatalities in…
Photo: Sixflashphoto via CC For the second year, the Tennessee Highway Safety Office and the American Automobile Association will team up to help safe teen drivers further their educations. For the upcoming college year, one outstanding Tennessee high school senior will receive the Reduce TN Crashes Scholarship, which awards $3,000 towards the student’s education. Here’s…
It’s 2017, and it’s time to pop the cork, pour the champagne, and toast to the 50th anniversary of the engine that made Mazda by remembering the very first vehicle to feature a successful Wankel rotary engine: the 1967 Mazda Cosmo. More Modern Mazdas: Which of the CX-3, CX-5, and CX-9 is best for families? [wptab name=”What’s…
2020 Jeep Renegade Photo: FCA The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has awarded the 2020 Jeep Renegade with a rating of Top Safety Pick for 2019, when the model is equipped with specific headlights (LED projector headlamps with optional automatic high-beam control), optional front crash prevention (Automatic Emergency Braking tech — Forward Collision Warning-Plus), and…
2019 Jeep Cherokee Photo: Jeep The most capable SUV in its class — the Jeep Cherokee — can now add safety star to its long list of attributes. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has awarded the 2019 Jeep Cherokee with a Top Safety Pick Rating when the capable, fun-to-drive, smooth-performing midsize SUV features LED…
Photo: Nissan The 2021 Nissan Murano has become the brand’s latest model to earn the Top Safety Pick+ designation from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. It joins the Altima, Maxima, and Rogue, which have also achieved the IIHS Top Safety Pick+ rating. Here’s a look at what the Murano has to offer — and…
I spent most of my day yesterday hunched under my car in a pizza place’s parking lot. To understand why I did this, I really just need to tell you one thing: my car is a used ’07 Pontiac G6 with over 150,000 miles on it that I bought from a friend. Yes, I know….
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has just awarded the 2015 Sonata the Top Safety Pick+ designation, the highest distinction that the institute doles out to vehicles. Specifically, the Sonata equipped with the optional Forward Collision Warning system was given the Plus distinction. The 2015 Hyundai Genesis also earned this top honor. IIHS Awards…
Car insurance is obviously necessary for situations like these… but what do we do about driverless cars? Photo: State Farm Driverless cars lived in the pages of science fiction for eons, until they were brought into reality by developers in Silicon Valley. Now, seemingly overnight, California has begun issuing self-driving car permits for manufacturers and Georgia has been…
I would think ambulance drivers would hate people with big in-car stereos. They could be driving with siren on, lights flashing, and then get stuck behind some doof in an SUV, his vibrating windows tinted dark enough that the lights just haven’t registered yet. Well, in one place, at least, that will no longer be…
Like it did in 2017, Ferrari desperately needed a win at the Singapore Grand Prix to keep its championship hopes alive, and like in 2017 they left the street circuit disappointed, though not quite in the same dramatic fashion. Singapore had often been Mercedes’ Achilles heel throughout its years of dominance. Vettel won comfortably in…
Photo: Hyundai Racing, World Rally Championship With the 2015 World Rally Championship (WRC) series getting underway in Monte Carlo at the end of January, participating teams are beginning to reveal their automotive arsenal. After having been in the prototype and testing stages since June, Hyundai’s official WRC challenger has been unveiled. The specification was based…
As the old saying goes: if it isn’t broken, don’t fix it. Chevrolet took this philosophy to heart when introducing the 2018 Malibu. The Malibu recently underwent a major overhaul back in 2016, so Chevrolet didn’t change too much for the mid-size sedan between model years. Still, that just means the features and capabilities of…
The 2017 Chevy Malibu is now on sale in Bahrain, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, making it the first Chevrolet with an available turbocharged engine sold in the Middle East. The ninth-generation model offers customers a choice between two power options: a 2.5-liter engine and the all-new 2.0-liter turbocharged…
A solar array at GM’s assembly plant in Bowling Green, Kentucky General Motors has once again been ranked on two Dow Jones sustainability indices — one for North America and one for the world. These highly influential indices track thousands of companies around the world and rank them based on their financial stability, environmentally friendly…
With the entire world dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, you are probably cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitizing as you’ve never done before, especially if you’re a parent. Every surface in your house and car needs attention. If you haven’t already, here are some tips on how to clean your child’s car seat. Car Care: How to…
The Volkswagen Golf family is a fun group of cars to drive, and the awards received by the line are a testament to their quality. For drivers who are concerned about the environment (as we all should be), the electric VW e-Golf is the perfect choice to get you where you’re going without a drop…
It seems that people are getting a little jumpy around self-driving vehicles in the days after a self-driving Uber struck and killed a woman in Arizona, as in San Francisco a police officer has pulled over and ticketed a self-driving Cruise Bolt EV because he said it drove too close to a pedestrian. Looking Closely:…
Motorcycles at the Honda Heritage Center On a tropical island, sometimes the only mode of transportation available is a motorcycle. A lot of tourists and locals alike enjoy the fresh breeze that comes along with riding at full speed. While many find riding a motorcycle to be an exhilarating experience, there are risks to keep…
Historically, the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve rarely fails to produce an exciting Canadian Grand Prix, but unfortunately the exception was in full effect this time around. As so frequently seems to be the case, the Formula One race opened with a massive crash on the first lap, which promptly ushered in the safety car. After that,…
The 2017 Cadillac ATS is the luxury automaker’s best-selling car. Blessed with stylish good looks, two lively engine options, and enough tech equipment to make Silicon Valley jealous, it’s not hard to see why this model has become so popular. Initially released for the 2013 model year, the ATS has grown up a lot since…
2014 Malibu’s 5-star Safety The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced that the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu has earned the highest-possible 5-star Overall Vehicle Score as part of its New Car Assessment Program. The 2014 Malibu’s 5-star safety status was earned primarily due to a litany of available and standard active and passive safety…
Before you hit the open road for your summer family or solo road trip, you know that you should give your car a proper check-up, right? That means checking that the oil has been changed if necessary and that other fluids in your car are at their proper levels, testing the air conditioner, packing an…
The 2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV is luxury SUV with a starting MSRP of $72,790. The Cadillac Escalade ESV features the same powerful V8 engine and luxurious interior as the regular Escalade, but the ESV model is approximately 20 inches longer than the standard version. The 2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV is available in four trim levels: Standard,…
We all have impossible dreams—like when you were a kid, you always wanted to drive the ice cream truck, because then you would have all the ice cream you wanted. Then maybe you wanted to work at the toy store, because then you would get so many toys. Do Habitat for Humanity People Get Houses?…
Drunk driving is indefensible. There’s really not a lot else that you can say about it. Driving drunk is an activity that should never be undertaken by anyone anywhere under any circumstances. There are no excuses. It’s an activity reserved for the grossly irresponsible, and each and every death and injury that results from drunk…
Photo: amber.kennedy via CC Speeding drivers had been causing quite the stir in one Montana neighborhood. Aside from adding noise pollution, they posed a threat to the safety of local children, cyclists, pets, and pedestrians. Tired of lead-foot drivers tearing through the area, one plucky grandma took matters into her own hands. Hatching a plan…
Photo: Howcast Motorcycle tires aren’t something you think about on a daily basis, but it’s important to note that paying attention to those black pieces of rubber could just save your life. While you may put off replacing your old tires because you think yours are still good or can’t afford a quality pair, it’s…
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan The 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the perfect first luxury car for someone looking to break into the segment. While not Mercedes’ most expensive option, it still packs a lot of elegance into its much more affordable package. You can drive the all-new 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class as a sedan only; the…
Honda introduced its updated HR-V subcompact crossover for the 2016 model year and it instantly became a hit, moving 82,041 units in the US last year alone. While this model may look similar to the larger Honda CR-V, the new HR-V actually shares its underpinnings with the Honda Fit. As you might have guessed, the…
Volkswagen has introduced the 2018 Atlas with a nifty slogan: “this size fits all.” While the full-size SUV provides drivers with 96.8 cubic feet of storage space and seating for up to seven people, the new Atlas is an extremely versatile SUV. With a V6 engine and a 5,000-pound towing capacity, it’s there to help you…
Volkswagen makes well-engineered, robust vehicles, and the Tiguan crossover is no exception. Sharing the same platform as the VW Golf, this two-row seater is celebrating its 10-year production anniversary with a new generation–in Europe, at least. Sporting some much-needed updates to remain competitive in the global market, the latest Tiguan is a fine entry in the VW lineup…
The BMW 3 Series sees little change for the 2013 model year thanks to its full redesign the year before. Power front seats are now standard, along with a new M Sport equipment line and the return of the xDrive all-wheel-drive system. The 320i trim level is new for the sedan body style, while the…
Big Chief didn’t let one crash scare him away from racing Street Outlaws cast member Justin “Big Chief” Shearer survived a terrifying car crash a few months ago that destroyed his beloved Pontiac LeMans, but the reality television star recovered quickly and surprised many of his fans by recently unveiling a new racecar. Celebrity Rides: Have…
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