The 2016 Honda Civic concept that debuted in New York last week Last week, we (joyously) reported the news that America was finally getting a freaking Honda Civic Type R. Well, that news is still true, but it now comes with a slight addendum: America is finally getting a freaking Honda Civic Type R…in a…
GM’s self-driving Chevy Bolt Photo: Digital Trends Self-driving vehicles have brought up a number of hotly-debated topics to the automotive industry, including whether or not self-driving cars will work on roads with human drivers on them, how people around the car will know what it is trying to do, or even whether or not self-driving…
Last year, Toyota was crowned champion of the World Endurance Championship, making the brand the first-ever Japanese company to win the title. The automaker’s race car—the TS040 Hybrid—played a major part in this success, and now Toyota has revealed an updated version ready to take on the competition in the 2015 race series. The updated…
Chevy driver Kevin Harvick was all smiles after his first win of the 2016 season Photo: © Parker Anderson Team Chevy driver Kevin Harvick managed to edge Carl Edwards’ racecar by just 0.01 seconds in order to win Sunday’s race at Phoenix International Raceway. Harvick dominated the second half of the race, as his No….
Dodging flames is just part of the day job. Are you ready for a live stunt show? At Walt Disney World’s Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show, that’s exactly what you’ll get. Witness as a director pieces together a European spy thriller by instructing over 30 stunt drivers to careen, jump, and even dodge explosions…
April is National Distracted Driving Month, and a time to reflect on some sobering statistics—like the fact that car crashes are the leading cause of death for 14-18 year olds in the United States. To help reduce the number of tragedies caused by teen car accidents, Kia Motors of America is continuing to team with…
Photo: ©Toyota A total of 11 Toyota and Lexus models were included in the 2018 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick award winners. The new Camry outdid them all by earning the Top Safety Pick+ award, the IIHS’s highest distinction and one much harder to earn in 2018. This year, only 15…
Distracted driving is fueling a significant number of teen car crashes While some young people reportedly enjoy having sex while driving, some of their nerdier (albeit equally reckless) peers apparently like to do homework when they get behind the wheel. Many teen drivers are also applying makeup, switching out contact lenses, and even changing clothes…
General Motors Chairman and CEO Mary Barra Last week brought news that China is taking the lead when it comes to phasing out petroleum-fueled cars. Mary Barra, chief executive of General Motors, spoke in Shanghai this past Friday both in response to this industry news and to share the company’s current emphasis on rolling out…
Formula 1 driver, Mika Häkkinen Photo: André Zehetbauer The fact that the most-decorated Formula 1 driver of all-time says Mika Häkkinen was the only driver he ever feared and the one he most respected should tell you all you need to know, but to define the Flying Finn only by comparison to Michael Schumacher wouldn’t…
Formula 1 driver Nigel Mansell, in all his moustachey goodness Photo: Stuart Seeger This week’s Formula 1 profile covers Nigel Mansell, a man with a mustache so glorious a single look at him could make anyone go, “Yep, he’s British.” Jokes aside, Mansell was statistically the most successful British driver of all time until Lewis…
This week, AAA released its 2015 Green Car Guide, which ranks 88 new vehicles not just by their efficiency and emissions, but by factors including ride quality, roominess, and crashworthiness, among others. Ford landed nine vehicles on the list, the foremost of these being the 2015 F-150 Supercab Lariat, which was named the greenest pickup…
The beginning of the year is an exciting time for gearheads, not just because of auto show season being in full swing, but also because of the awards being handed out to automakers left and right. This is when the best of the best are recognized in the auto market, and it’s the perfect time…
Caroline the dog recently drove her humans’ 1988 Dodge Ram into a swimming pool Last month, a sheepdog in Scotland named Don managed to hijack his human’s tractor and drive it straight into highway traffic, possibly on the hunt for bones (though we can’t be sure, because Don can’t talk). Not to be outdone by…
Well, the new Star Wars: The Force Awakens teaser trailer has just been released (and no, for better or worse, it’s not a RickRoll this time). In case you haven’t seen it yet, here ya go: Obviously, everyone here at the office is really jazzed about this two-minute teaser. Unfortunately, we write for an automotive…
There’s no denying that the Volkswagen Beetle is a classic model with a lot of history behind it. An iconic name doesn’t mean that this vehicle is stuck in the past, however. With power, advanced features, and comfortable interior, the Beetle is ready to impress the modern car buyer. The 2016 Volkswagen Beetle is available…
Low Speed Crash Simulator The streets in India can be chaotic. With so many pedestrians, animals, motorcycles, and cars fighting for the same space on rough roads, driving in India can be a dangerous task. Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. is doing its part to educate the growing population of new drivers on how to drive…
During Super Bowl XLIX, Nissan aired its first Super Bowl ad in a decade, titled “With Dad.” The 90-second spot covered the challenges of being a race car driver and a father to the backdrop of Harry Chapin’s famous “Cat’s In The Cradle” song, and revealed two new Nissan cars: the 2016 Maxima and the…
In all honesty, the 370Z is why we like Nissan. Sure, its electric LEAF is practical and its many sedans are dependable, but only the 370Z is truly likable. A stark departure from the rest of the brand’s humdrum lineup, the uniquely styled and athletically equipped 370Z has kept the brand invigorated for almost a decade….
Toyota Safety Sense packages Toyota had a busy time last week at the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). Not only did the automaker unveil the eighth hybrid to grace its lineup in the RAV4 Hybrid, but it also donated a brand new modified RAV4 to US Army veteran Alfredo Delossantos. And on top of…
2015 Spanish Grand Prix Recap: Don’t Count Rosberg Out The Spanish Grand Prix is always an important one. It’s the first European race on the calendar and a favorite among teams as a testing ground. It pushes the cars to the limit in a number of ways that other tracks don’t and it’s the race…
Ford will be rolling out the third annual iteration of its nationwide EcoBoost® Challenge, which will span 17 cities across the country and provide current and potentially future customers with the opportunity to test their skills in five different driving experiences. As an added bonus, those who participate in the EcoBoost Challenge will be able…
As the smallest sports activity vehicle in BMW’s lineup, the X1 is a popular choice for buyers who want the luxury and performance of the brand without paying excessively for a large SUV or high-end sedan. If you’re interested in a BMW that’s suitable for your family and budget, the 2018 BMW X1 is a…
The 2016 MINI Convertible is offered in two trims: Cooper and Cooper S. The base Cooper model starts at $25,950, and the Cooper S starts at $29,600. [wptab name=”What’s New”] Introducing the 2016 MINI Convertible What’s New for the 2016 MINI Convertible? The 2016 MINI Convertible improves over the previous model year with a more athletic…
The 2016 Chevy Spark is a subcompact hatchback with a starting MSRP of $12,660. The Spark features a more cultured exterior design in 2016 and also features a new engine under the hood. The new Spark competes in the same segment as the Fiat 500, Ford Fiesta, and Honda Fit. Cars Lingo: This is how to…
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