FCA just unveiled a completely overhauled Uconnect 5 infotainment system for its vehicle brands, which include Chrysler, Jeep, Ram, and Fiat. This new system is more powerful, more intuitive, and offers drivers a wider range of customization options and connected services. Here’s a look at some of the top highlights for the Uconnect 5 system….
With 2020 set as its launch window, most would assume that the Ford Bronco will be the next major reveal from the Blue Oval after the upcoming North American International Auto Show. But according to Off-Road.com, a newly uncovered product timeline suggests that there might be a new F-Series Truck debuting between January and the…
Michael Manley will go from leading Jeep and Ram to leading FCA as a whole During Fiat Chrysler’s annual investor day back in June, the automaker confirmed that CEO Sergio Marchionne’s successor would not be named until 2019. Shortly after, Marchionne underwent shoulder surgery. Unfortunately, health complications arose while Marchionne was recovering from the surgery,…
Nissan Qashqai The Nissan Qashqai is a compact crossover that bears a strong resemblance to the Nissan Rogue, but it is actually smaller. The model, built at Nissan’s Sunderland Plant in the UK, and is one of the automaker’s bestselling models in Europe. Come January, the Qashqai will reportedly set its sights on a new market: the…
Ford announced this week that it intends to more than double the amount it originally intended to invest in vehicle electrification, which will result in 16 fully-electric vehicles being launched by 2022—the first of which is expected to arrive by 2020. “We’re all in, and the only question is will the customers be there with…
Photo: Nissan In an effort to promote its fleet of vehicles for small businesses, the Nissan-Renault-Mitsubishi Alliance conducted a study of small- and medium-sized businesses to see if they’re ready to keep up with online retail giants like Amazon. The results were not exactly encouraging. A Brighter Future: The Nissan IMs Sport Sedan Concept came…
Last year, Ford celebrated the 50th anniversary of the legendary Mustang. A year later, the first name in pony cars is a year older and a year stronger—through the first quarter of 2015, the new sixth-gen ‘Stang is the best-selling model in its class by a country mile. To celebrate the big 5-1, let’s take…
New year, new wheels. It’s the best time to gawk over fancy cars. Pony car lovers will especially get their fill this year—several new editions of the beloved Ford Mustang are being released. Check out all the action below. Special Editions Let’s start with the most eye-opening of the bunch: custom models from Roush, Saleen,…
Obama takes a look at Chevrolet’s new all-electric Bolt Photo credit: Michael Martinez President Barack Obama stopped by the North American International Auto Show in Detroit today to check out some of the latest models. According to the White House, Obama’s visit was meant “to showcase how the American auto industry has come roaring back…
2016 Ford Mustang Ford kicked off 2016 by adding a few more awards to its preposterously large trophy case. We presume that every automaker has a singular trophy case in one specific location somewhere on the planet where they store every single physical plaque or certificate or statuette. With this logic, it stands to reason…
Lincoln Continental Concept Lincoln’s launch in China is off to a fine start, and the brand reaffirmed its commitment to its newest market this past week at Auto Shanghai 2015 by revealing three new vehicles. Two of these vehicles will be introduced shortly, and a third will inspire a new model to come. The 2016…
2016 Cadillac ATS Sedan Photo: © General Motors Cadillac may be angling to compete with the Mercedes CLA by building a rear-wheel-drive sedan that would slot below the current ATS and carry a price tag at or around $30,000. New Vehicle Research: 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 According to Road & Track, Cadillac executive chief engineer Dave…
Toyota Racing Development (TRD) is known for taking regular Toyota production vehicles and injecting them with some racing spunk to make them absolute monsters both on- and off-road. So far, TRD has worked its magic on three Toyota models—the Tundra and Tacoma trucks, and the 4Runner SUV. Now, ahead of Toyota’s appearance at this year’s…
The Scion FR-S will be rebadged as a Toyota Earlier today, news broke that Toyota was discontinuing its youth-oriented Scion brand. While I was skeptical given the lack of an official source, it looks like the rumors were, in fact, true. Toyota released a press release this morning confirming the news and announcing that most…
The Infiniti LE concept was unveiled in 2012 A few years ago at the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS), Infiniti unveiled a concept electric vehicle (the Infiniti LE) that took Nissan’s Leaf and gave it the Infiniti touch (read: more luxurious and fancy and things). The automaker talked about the production version of its…
Photo: Ford Got anything going on June 25? Of course you don’t. Hard telling at this point what will even happen tomorrow, let alone three weeks from now. But Ford’s got plans. Specifically, plans to yank the cover off the 2021 Ford F-150 for a digital reveal on June 25, ushering in the 14th generation…
Get ready to feast your eyes on some incredible vehicles starting next week. The beginning of the 2015 Chicago Auto Show (CAS) is just around the corner, and Toyota has given us a hint of what we can expect from its display in the Windy City this year. The 2016 Toyota Tacoma will be on…
Remember that classic moment in Jurassic Park when the T-Rex is chasing down the Jeep, and its menacing jaws are reflected in the side-view mirror? What made the joke funny — and suspenseful — was the presence of the disclaimer on the side mirror that stated, “Objects in mirror are closer than they appear.” It’s…
2015 F-150 Grand Award Winner in Popular Science’s “Best of What’s Around” awards It’s been a big week for the 2015 Ford F-150, to be sure. The first truck rolled off the assembly line at Dearborn Truck Plant on Tuesday, and the event was so momentous that Pro Football Hall of Famer/reputable gaptooth/suddenly buffed-up Michael…
Road rage, rude behavior, and inconsiderate driving maneuvers are nothing new on American roadways. Although aggressive driving is so prevalent, some states have more of the worst offenders than other states. Make the Grade: 10 best cars for recent college graduates After analyzing more than 2 million insurance applications, Insurify data scientists determined the rudest…
According to reports, General Motors will export the GMC Acadia to Australia for the first time, bringing it to the Outback as a Holden in an effort to capitalize on the departure of rival vehicles and on its own flourishing sales. Shopping for a New GM Vehicle? See current sales incentives and offers According to…
Photo: Kia Motors Kia touts the Telluride as “large, bold, and capable.” This, and so much more, is true about the all-new SUV from the Korean automaker. The 2020 Kia Telluride is equipped with the latest tech and a suite of convenient amenities so every road trip is an adventure. Another New Vehicle: Have you met…
Order banks for the 2020 Ford F-150 are expected to close on May 29 Photo: Ford We know that the 14th-generation Ford F-150 is coming, it’s just a matter of when. A report states that the 2021 Ford F-150 will be available to order by mid-July and begin production by early October, suggesting it will…
2015 F-150 Grand Award Winner in Popular Science’s “Best of What’s Around” awards It’s been a big week for the 2015 Ford F-150, to be sure. The first truck rolled off the assembly line at Dearborn Truck Plant on Tuesday, and the event was so momentous that Pro Football Hall of Famer/reputable gaptooth/suddenly buffed-up Michael…
So, I would like to share a short story with you. Recently, I sold my old car, moving from the hard-driven, dented Pontiac G6 to a slightly less hard-driven Nissan Altima. The process went very smoothly, with the exception of one point: the license plates. While the front license plate was simple to replace, the…
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