2018 Mazda3 Overview

Say hello to the Zoom Zoom brand’s compact passenger car, coming with good standard features and excellent driving dynamics, whether it is a sedan or a hatchback. More Mazda: The CX-5 has been named Best Mid-size Crossover for Families [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2018 Mazda3? For 2018, like other models in the brand’s…

2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Overview

As you might infer from the name, the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport is a compact SUV that provides a sporty alternative to the larger, calmer Mitsubishi Outlander. For most people who don’t have to transport more than four or five people, that already makes the Outlander Sport an interesting proposition; but the fact that it…

2019 Lincoln Continental Earns IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+

2019 Lincoln Continental Photo: Lincoln Motor Company The 2019 Lincoln Continental has earned the TOP SAFETY PICK+ from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, making Lincoln Motor Company the first brand to earn the IIHS’ top honor this year. The Continental earns the award when equipped with optional LED headlights, which secured a “Good” score…

NHTSA Gives 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV a High Safety Rating

2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Photo: Mitsubishi Motors The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recently gave the all-new 2020 Outlander PHEV a five-Star Overall Safety Rating. This is the highest rating that the NHTSA can give a vehicle in its New Car Assessment Program. Don’t Break the Bank: Fuel-efficient Mitsubishi models Why the 2020 Outlander PHEV…

5-Star Safety Rating for the 2021 Buick Encore

Despite the improvements made to the Encore GX, the standard Encore continues to impress Photo: General Motors When it comes to beloved Buick vehicles, it’s hard to beat the Encore. The crossover SUV was expected to be overshadowed by its larger, more technologically-loaded sibling: the Encore GX. However, despite being smaller and lacking in many…

2015 Edge Earns Five Stars from NHTSA

The 2015 Ford Edge is hitting dealerships around the country even as you read this, and it already has a significant safety accolade to tout. The Edge was awarded the five-star Overall Vehicle Score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in its New Car Assessment Program, making it among the safest vehicles in…

2015 Jeep Patriot Overview

If you’re looking for Jeep’s typical “Trail Rated” toughness, then look no further than the 2015 Jeep Patriot. With the Jeep brand’s signature ruggedness, an optional all-wheel drive, and notable resilience, the Jeep Patriot is the perfect SUV for those looking to head off on an adventure. Looking for Superior Style? Mopar modifications are the…

2013 Ford F-150 Overview

2013 Ford F-150 The 2013 Ford F-150 comes with a new grille, hill-descent control technology, a new MyFord Touch infotainment interface, and a new Limited trim. 2013 Ford F-150 Exterior The 2013 Ford F-150 preserves the brand’s traditional, utilitarian boxy exterior but adds several ornaments to make the popular truck not only useful but cool….

2015 Cadillac CTS Sedan Model Overview

The third-generation Cadillac CTS sedan comes with a number of different trims and customization options. Photo: © General Motors What’s New for the 2015 Cadillac CTS Sedan? For 2015, the Cadillac CTS goes wreathless and wears the new Cadillac crest emblem on its grille. It also gains 4G connectivity with Wi-Fi capabilities, a wireless phone…

Mitsubishi Outlander and Outlander Sport Named ‘Recommended Used Vehicle for Teens’ by IIHS

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), an independent organization dedicated to reducing injuries, deaths, and property damage from motor vehicle crashes, has released a new list of the safest, most affordable used car offerings for teenagers on the market. Two of the best choices, according to the IIHS, are used Mitsubishi Outlander models (2014 and…

2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick

The 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander has been awarded a 2018 Top Safety Pick designation by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). This is the second-highest safety award possible from the IIHS. The IIHS is a non-profit organization that tests and evaluates vehicles each model year for safety. For 2018, the IIHS implemented several new safety tests,…

Baby Safety Month: How Car Seat Safety Has Improved

Photo: Dan Harrelson via CC Car seats are vital when it comes to keeping your child safe in the car. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that 608 child passengers age 12 and younger were killed in motor vehicle crashes in 2019, and over 91,000 were injured that same year. A whopping 38…

2016 Jeep Patriot Overview

Jeep has a long lineup of capable off-roading vehicles of all shapes and sizes. If you’re a Jeep lover that’s looking for your next off-roader, but have a smaller budget, then the 2016 Patriot is the crossover for you. Known as the best priced SUV in America, the Patriot gives consumers a lot of bang…

Why Do Modern Cars Look Similar?

If you’ve been paying any attention to the roads or have shopped for a car over the past decade, you might have noticed that most new, non-exotic cars look quite similar. Brands are now putting a special emphasis on differentiating themselves from other brands with unique headlights and signature grilles, but if you were asked…