Don’t let the gold necklace fool you Image: newsonline You guys remember Venezuela. It’s a country in South America with some of the largest oil reserves in the world, wildly squandered by a government so corrupt that in the face of economic and medical disaster it continued to funnel tens of millions of dollars into…
The 2016 Honda HR-V has earned a 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Five is the highest number of stars available in the NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). “Using Honda’s packaging magic, powertrain innovation and safety engineering expertise, the HR-V delivers a high level of occupant safety protection along…
Photo: © General Motors In the land of plug-in hybrids, the Chevy Volt is king, combining a 53-mile electric range, 420-mile total range, and a price tag of $26,495 after the federal tax credit (that’s an MSRP of $33,170 without it). The 2016 Volt, although limited in market release and model year duration, is one…
Photo: Pixabay When I’m winding down the weekend and getting ready for yet another Monday, I tune into “Bob’s Burgers” on Fox. It’s a show famous for a family that does a lot of things wrong, but one of its latest episodes was actually full of good tips about what to do (or not do)…
Fan favorite Dale Earnhardt Jr. has yet to win a Sprint Cup race in 2016 Photo: © Parker Anderson Just as outstanding basketball players sometimes have their numbers retired with the promise the team for which they played will never let another athlete wear those digits, from time to time racecar drivers do the same type…
Charlie Miller and Chris Valasek take control of a Jeep Cherokee from 10 miles away, steering the SUV with ease Photo: YouTube Imagine you’re just driving along minding your own business, when suddenly it seems like your car has grown a mind of its own. Your air conditioning starts blasting cold air at the highest…
When the Lincoln Navigator was introduced back in 1998, it marked the first time that the luxury automaker had ever offered a vehicle in either the SUV or truck segment. In the years since, the Navigator SUV has maintained its basic design, but has added a number of convenience features like heated and cooled seats,…
The F1 track at the Spanish Grand Prix We’ll start with a disclaimer: Formula 1 has a long and rich history, full of heritage and drama and danger and cutting-edge technology and men with enormous legacies. So when we titled this article “A Brief Look into the History of Formula 1,” we really meant a…
The Volvo Cars Safety Centre, which is responsible for the automaker’s safety ambitions, celebrates its 20th anniversary this year.… In the coming days and weeks, countless drivers will be taking to… When dogs chase cars, they can end up in some scary and… It seems like a paradox — although there were fewer drivers on……
Texting while driving is such a problem that Honda has flipped the script and resorted to encouraging teens to be the role models in their relationships with their parents. Having dubbed April the “Distracted Driving Awareness Month,” Honda is telling teens to have #TheTextTalk, “an open dialogue with their parents about practicing safer driving habits.”…
The Grave Digger monster truck has been entertaining crowds for more than 30 years It could be argued that Grave Digger is the most famous monster truck in history, but did you know the first Grave Digger truck was originally used for mud bog racing? Created in 1979 by North Carolina native Dennis Anderson, the first Grave…
Last night, millions of baseball fans tuned into FOX to witness one… Back in April, we reported that Jay Ward, the creative director of… Do you ever have one of those moments where you realize that,… Honda is getting back to its roots with a new ad for… To even recognize the name “George Lazenby,”…
After being discontinued in 2002, the Lincoln Continental has returned to the luxury sedan segment for the first time in 15 years. Based on the CD4 platform that’s also used with the Lincoln MKZ and Ford Fusion sedans, the 2017 Lincoln Continental comes standard as a front-wheel drive vehicle, but all-wheel drive is available at…
The 2016 Nissan Rogue has been one of Nissan’s greatest successes – since its redesign back in the 2014 model year, it has been placed on “Best SUV,” “Best Family Car,” and “Best Value” lists, including a listing on Kelley Blue Book’s “10 Best All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Under $25,000.” The Rogue was also listed as a 2015…
Everyone’s concerned about distracted driving these days–and for good reason. Many accidents happen every day, due to drivers who take their eyes off the road to check their phone or look at passengers in the back seat. It’s such a problem that many automakers now offer vehicle tools that alert drivers when they’re drifting from…
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced another event cancelation: the 2020 Chevrolet Detroit… Despite getting banged up in a frightening plane crash last week, retired… Thanks to a joint effort by Google Maps and the Indianapolis Motor… The Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix can stay on Belle Isle. Race organizers… A display featuring 13 classic and modern…
In the world of motorsports, there’s nothing as wild and rowdy as a sprint car race on a dirt track. Vehicles and drivers are pushed to the limit as they trade paint and claw their way across the finish line. It’s quite different from the prim and proper international racing that’s more about precision than aggression….
The iconic Ford Mustang is here once again, bringing back everyone’s favorite sports car in 2019. After recently hitting the milestone of 10 million Mustangs built, Ford continues to create Mustangs that live up to its reputation, 54 years later. With the 2019 Mustang, the classic performance car only continues to get better. The 2019…
Photo: The News Wheel There’s much more to driving a car than what you learn in driver’s ed — and I’m not just talking about the wisdom that years of driving experience will bring. We all have habits we’ve picked up from our parents and friends growing up, routines that are outside of the “rules of…
It took a long time for Honda to retool its original Ridgeline—eleven years, in fact, between the first and second generation. But it was time well spent, as proven by the 2017 Honda Ridgeline’s big win today in Detroit. The completely redesigned and reengineered pickup truck was named 2017 North American Truck of the Year…
Photo: Elaine with Grey Cats Wrong-way crashes are terrifying incidents. That’s why the North Texas Tollway Authority and the Texas A&M Transportation Institute are working together to help drivers manage these potentially catastrophic collisions. Every year, Texas roadways see about 240 wrong-way drivers, and in October 2019 alone, wrong-way crashes lead to two crashes and…
Photo: The News Wheel Driver-assist tech is designed to help safeguard the journeys of every driver, but it is especially helpful for young drivers. A recent study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety determined that three-quarters of fatal crashes involving teen drivers can be prevented or lessened with specific safety systems. Learn More: Best…
2020 Chevrolet Equinox Photo: Chevrolet Handing over the car keys to your teen is not an easy parenting milestone. Even if your teen is smart and focused behind the wheel, he is still inexperienced, and well, the world is a frightening place. To help alleviate some of your trepidation, you want a car that’s reliable…
Welcome to In the Rearview, where I bring you the news from the past week in one delectable, bite-sized package. First, we talk about the Ram Power Wagon, which will be competing against the Ford F-150 Raptor and the Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 (Geez, you guys, when are you getting together, already?). Then, Jeep has revealed…
Today marks the 20th anniversary of the passing of one of Formula One’s most loved drivers. Ayrton Senna da Silva, a native Brazilian, was the winner of three Formula One world championships, and an exceptional race driver who is to this day sorely missed by his fans across the globe. Image by Instituto Ayrton Senna…
The ultimate luxury sedan, the Cadillac ATS Sedan has a beautiful interior with top-of-the-line features, a stylish and sophisticated stance, and peppy performance for driving enthusiasts. The 2018 Cadillac ATS Sedan is available in four trims: Sedan, Luxury, Premium Luxury, and Premium Performance. [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2018 Cadillac ATS Sedan? This…
2019 Kia Sorento Four Kia models have earned highest safety distinctions from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Singled out as the organization’s Top Safety Pick Plus worthy vehicles are the 2019 Kia Sorento, 2018 Kia Forte sedan, 2018 Soul, and 2018 Optima. “This is a significant and fantastic achievement for Kia,” said Orth Hedrick,…
The 2013 Veloster was a big winner for Hyundai at the NAIAS. It was announced two weeks ago that the 2013 Hyundai Veloster was the winner in the Non-Luxury Sport Car category during the annual Polk Automotive Loyalty Award held at the Automotive News World Congress in Detroit during the 2014 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS)….
Humans as a species love to tell stories. However, sometimes those stories turn out to be false, or outdated, or just plain made up, and the resulting myths could negatively affect people and their cars. So, in the interest of clearing away some of the stories surrounding cars out there, these are some car myths…
Editor’s note: Period for 17,866 vehicles sold corrected from June to Q2… Despite their similar names, the Infiniti QX50 and Infiniti QX55 have their… For the 2021 model year, the INFINITI QX50 has gained additional content… Infiniti proves that family vehicles don’t have to be bland and uninspired.… The 2020 INFINITI QX50 packs a lot…
For a pet owner, one of the scariest situations you can experience… Dogs are man’s best friend, but they can’t do everything we can.… On Monday morning, a driver discovered a dog had been stuck in… If you’re like most dog owners, you might turn to the internet… While checking on the condition of the…
Four Kia Models have driven away with Top Safety Pick ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Earning the TSP rating are the 2018 Kia Cadenza, 2018 Sedona, 2018 Sportage, and 2018 Sportage. According to Kia, “To qualify for a TSP rating, a vehicle must earn ‘Good’ ratings in five crashworthiness tests—driver-side small overlap…
You would think with the increase of safety technology, and the overall decrease of traffic-related fatalities, that accident rates across the board have improved. However, this progress has not reached every demographic. According to a new study in the American Journal of Epidemiology based on over two decades of research, only the wealthy (middle and…
Toyota Recalls 2014 Highlander Yesterday, Toyota announced it was recalling some 231 2014 Toyota Highlander crossovers in the United States due to the possibility that the second-row right-hand seat could come out of the track. Although this defect could potentially cause injury in case of an accident, no crashes, injuries, or fatalities have been reported…
An out-of-focus shot of Leclerc about to climb up Eau Rouge Photo: FORMULA 1 | YouTube Charles Leclerc took a decisive pole position at Spa-Francorchamps today, beating teammate Sebastian Vettel by over seven tenths of a second, a massive margin by Formula One standards. Though Leclerc seemed to have the measure of Vettel throughout the…
2015 Volkswagen Golf What’s New for the 2015 VW Golf? The 2014 and 2015 VW Golf share a similar exterior style, with the squared off headlights in the 2015 model being the standout feature. Inside the Golf, the center stack is made of better material; there are new air conditioning vents, climate controls, steering wheel,…
2020 Corvette Photo: Chevrolet MotorTrend recently announced its coveted 2020 award winners. The 2020 Chevrolet Corvette earned the prestigious title of 2020 MotorTrend Car of the Year. The Mid-Engine Sports Car: Overview of the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Each year, MotorTrend presents “Golden Calipers” to the SUV of the Year, Truck of the Year, and Car…
The 2017 Toyota Camry is a midsize sedan that carries a starting MSRP of $23,070. The Toyota Camry was the best-selling sedan in the United States last year with 429,355 units moved. In addition–despite offering more technology for the new model year–the ‘17 Camry will wear the same price tag as last year’s version. Key…
For the 2014 model year, the Chevrolet Impala is fully redesigned. 2014 Chevrolet Impala Exterior 2014 is a new year for the Chevy Impala with an entirely new redesign creating a brand new silhouette for the sedan. Built on a similar platform as the Buick LaCrosse and Cadillac XTS, the Impala presents a look that…
2021 Chevrolet Camaro LS and LT Photo: Chevrolet Even if you’re not a car person, chances are you’re familiar with the Chevrolet Camaro. This iconic muscle car has been a mainstay in Chevy’s lineup since the mid ’60s, with a seven-year hiatus in the 2000s. Since its reintroduction in 2009, the Camaro has been turning…
The 2014 model year means a couple new standard features for the Audi S7: a blind-spot warning system and power-folding exterior mirrors are now included with the base model. In addition, a new Black Optic package adds a number of available aesthetic options. 2014 Audi S7 Exterior Subtle curves and sleek lines combine together to…
2013 Ford Focus For the 2013 model year, the Ford Focus abandons the SEL trim and instead offers more standard and optional equipment, especially on the SE version. 2013 Ford Focus Exterior The 2013 Ford Focus features a lower, sleeker windshield rake and flowing roofline to better emphasize its more aggressive and aerodynamic nature. The…
Whether car rides are your baby’s favorite or worst activity, sun shining in your baby’s eyes will make for a long, uncomfortable ride for everyone. To block out or at least minimize the sun’s glare and help your little one enjoy car rides more as well as protect his skin, you might want to consider…
2Spooky4Wheels Photo: RetroTrailerspot Earlier this week, the world was introduced to the new Ecto-1, the vehicle of choice for the Ghostbusters. Whether in the classic 1959 Cadillac or the new vehicle straight out of the 1980s, the ghostbusting crew use the car to track down poltergeists and ghouls. What would be really interesting to see…
2017 marks a milestone for Ford. The American automaker is celebrating the 100-year anniversary of the debut of its first pickup truck in 2017. A century later, Ford continues to produce one of the top trucks on the market: the legendary F-150. The 2018 Ford F-150 has already accrued an array of awards since it…
Honda boasts most top safety-rated vehicles built in the U.S. Today, Honda announced that it has the most top-safety rated vehicles made in America, even more than American automakers such as Ford and Chevy. Specifically, four of Honda’s American-built 2014 models have earned the distinction of Top Safety Pick+ from the Insurance Institute for Highway…
Meet the calmer of the 2017 Corvette siblings, offering the Corvette buyer a refined, sporty drive to easily eat up the miles with power and style (although not necessarily something you would want to throw hard into a turn, unless you pick up a Z51 trim). Slotted below the brand new Grand Sport trim, the…
Photo: Volvo Volvo’s commitment to road safety is well documented, most recently due to the fact that it dropped multiple brand-new models from a crane 30 meters in the air in order to help train rescue workers in victim extraction. However, the automaker’s dedication to making the road better for everyone is most evident in…
Property damage liability will help pay for the repairs if your car crashes into a building Photo: falice2781 via CC You might be familiar with the collision coverage provision of your current auto insurance policy. But you might not know much about property damage liability, another important provision to add to your policy. Here’s a…
The Subaru Eyesight system gives drivers an extra set of eyes on the road Subaru’s EyeSight technology is a popular addition to vehicles here in the US, like the all-new 2016 Forester and the 2016 Outback, both of which dominated Subaru’s American sales in July. It seems that the Subaru EyeSight technology, a crash prevention…
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