The Jeep Patriot (pictured above), along with the Jeep Compass, is being axed for the 2016 model year and replaced with a new Jeep model Some people might think the Jeep Patriot and Compass models are getting a bit stale. Given that it’s been a while since they’ve seen a major overhaul, we can see why….
The Ford Performance brand was officially announced Thursday Ford has announced that it is uniting SVT, Team RS, and Ford Racing under the new Ford Performance banner. More importantly, it has been announced that Ford Performance will bring more than 12 new performance vehicles to market by the year 2020. Start getting excited now. Need…
Where’s this delightfully obscure venue? Oh, you don’t have a Trax, so you’ve probably never heard of it… We’ve all seen those millennialtastic ads for the 2015 Chevy Trax, which feature a pair of trendy twenty-somethings driving their small SUV from one adorkable location to the next. Well apparently, those urban ads were just a preamble…
Monday at the 2014 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), Hyundai introduced the world to the second-generation Genesis sedan. The 2015 Hyundai Genesis sedan takes the formula that earned the North American Car of the Year award when it debuted five years ago and ups the ante considerably. “Hyundai is proud to bring our next-generation…
The popular Nissan Rogue Sport offers a sporty look, fun-to-drive performance, a… Nissan is a driving force of safety tech and advancements in the… Compared to its vehicle selection in the United States, the Nissan lineup… Consumer Guide has singled out three Nissan models as best buys in… Looking for a compact crossover with impressive…
To the surprise of almost no one, the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor… Quick: what’s a thing that Ford does exceedingly well? Make trucks? Yes.… The 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor seemingly can’t help itself but win a… The new 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor gets more than its fair share… Ford’s adrenaline-fueled (disclaimer: the 2017 Ford F-150…
The new Volvo S90 in Mussel Blue After releasing teaser images only a couple of weeks ago for its new flagship S90 sedan, Volvo decided it couldn’t keep this vehicle a secret any longer and released specs and photos of the new car to the public. “Our idea was to bring something entirely new to…
Jeep just made the best announcement ever Oh my god, oh my god, oh my god. All of my dreams have come true. In an interview with The Detroit News, Mike Manley—Jeep’s global chief—confirmed that there will be a Jeep Wrangler-based pickup truck in production by 2018. THIS IS NOT A DRILL PEOPLE! Release the…
Ford and HP are looking to make 3D printing technology more sustainable. The giants of industry are teaming up to reuse spent 3D printing parts and powders for vehicle parts, minimizing waste in the process. Awards for Ford: Ranger picks up top honors in J.D. Power Initial Quality Study Ford and HP are testing the…
A common trait most of these vehicles share is affordability and sportiness.… It seemed like Subaru had been neglecting the WRX for quite some… Subaru claimed victory in three categories of the 2019 Edmunds Best Retained… Combining the comfort of a traditional sedan with the performance of a… Subaru had quite the month in April….
Photo: © General Motors Although the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) has been consistently held during January in Detroit, the event’s organizers are currently debating hosting the event in a different month. October is one of the months being considered, due to its warmer temperatures. However, GM has articulated that the NAIAS should switch to…
Yes, even in the middle of a sparsely populated Ohio forest, someone, somewhere, is making fun of J.D. Power.… Recently, we covered the collaboration between Lexus and designers Tosin Oshinowo and… When you’re shopping for a car, you’re hit with tons of names, only a fraction of which make sense. Here’s what I think of…
The new 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500 was named one of the contenders for the 26th Annual North American Car, Utility, and Truck of the Year awards in the Truck category. The 2019 Silverado was picked as one of the top three finalists by a NACTOY jury, which is made up of 54 journalists. Put the…
Photo: Hammer51012 via CC The GMC Terrain SUV was introduced to the market right before General Motors decided to discontinue the Pontiac brand in 2010. Since its introduction, the Terrain has received solid sales numbers, making it a consistent contender in the competitive crossover segment. Award Winner: 2021 Terrain named one of the best cars…
If you live in a city, you need a vehicle that can… The 2020 Honda HR-V began arriving in Honda showrooms around the country… Honda kicked off the year with a truly staggering number of awards,… U.S. News & World Report has named Honda the “Best SUV Brand”… Another month, another slew of Honda…
Here’s your first look at the seventh-gen Ford Mustang Photo: Ford It’s been almost nine whole years since the sixth-generation Ford Mustang was unleashed upon the world. Not a lot has changed or occurred in that time, so that makes the news that the seventh-gen Mustang is finally reveal-ready all the more exciting. Another Electrifying…
Jeep will be your Beast of Burden Easily one of the most iconic bands of all time, The Rolling Stones truly need no introduction. Therefore, it should come as no surprise that tickets tend to sell out quickly whenever the Stones go on tour. The exciting atmosphere of a Rolling Stones concert often creates an ideal…
The 2014 Camaro Those looking for a drastic overhaul from the 2016 Chevy Camaro to match the complete redesign of its rival Mustang will be sorely disappointed, says Edmunds. Of course, it’s incredibly difficult to be “sorely disappointed” when it comes to the Camaro, which is why so much about the next-gen model will share…
The popular, well-equipped, and fun-to-drive Kicks, a compact SUV from Nissan, can… The Nissan Pathfinder, the luxurious, tech-advanced, and spacious SUV appreciated by drivers… Ah, the Nissan Juke. The little crossover caught a lot of flak… Nissan is all about the Chicago Auto Show, using its press conferences… In the automotive world, you know a…
Someone raised their kid right. 13-year-old William Rabillo gave up his action video game lifestyle last month to aid his struggling single mother, Krystal Preston, with needed transportation. Rabillo eyed a 1999 Chevy Metro on Facebook Marketplace and reached out to the seller. While he had nowhere near the amount the owner was asking, he…
July was a month of mixed sales success for FCA’s brands Fiat Chrysler’s decision to focus on trucks, crossovers, and SUVs has evidently paid off for its Jeep and Ram brands, which specialize in these vehicle classes. On the other hand, its Chrysler and Dodge brands have fallen behind. In all, Fiat Chrysler’s sales increased…
A 2015 Kia Sorento is up for grabs in the #KiaVoiceFans Sweepstakes. Calling all fans of The Voice and family-friendly vehicles: the #KiaVoiceFans Sweepstakes is your chance to win an all-new 2015 Kia Sorento Limited. And the best part? You’ll get to interact with star artists from The Voice as you try to win. Captivating…
Ford is stepping up to the future, becoming the first automaker to utilize the Stratasys Infinite Build 3D printer. The automaker hopes to expand on the use of 3D printing by determining whether the technology is scalable for printing large one-piece auto parts like spoilers for both prototype and low-volume production vehicles. The Stratasys Infinite…
Automakers are terrified that Millennials are going to stop buying cars and just start Ubering everywhere (although they should really chill out), and it’s made them increasingly desperate to reach the younger generation. GM is probably the most egregious offender, with its hipsterish “Hidden Gems” marketing campaign for the Chevy Trax, which hired “social media influencers”…
Buick’s total United States sales were up 10.4% in July with a… The Buick Cascada has only been on the market for a short… The 2016 Buick Cascada convertible has already been plugged by Unbreakable Kimmy… True story—last month, when we were covering the Chicago Auto Show, our… Buick has signed on Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt…
Here’s an automotive riddle to brighten your day: Why is the new Chevrolet Bolt like a bottle of Frank’s Red Hot? Because General Motors is going to put that sh*t on everything. Spreading It Around: Chevy’s lineup is pulling in record-breaking numbers of awards That is to say, according to comments from GM CEO Mary…
It’s been about a decade since Mazda first teased the diesel-powered Mazda6,… According to Nikkei Inc., Mitsubishi will not be developing diesel engines for… WardsAuto recently compiled its lists of the 10 Best Engines & Propulsion… Available in over 100 countries, The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has become a… Today is a time of great upheaval…
Welcome to In the Rearview, where I bring you some of the top car news of the past week. First up this past week is a News-Wheel-exclusive look at Roger Corman’s Death Race 2050 before it was released on the 19th. Enjoy looking back at the cult classic that started the Death Race off, getting…
The Cadillac Motor Car Division of General Motors was founded all the way back in 1902 and over the years the luxury automaker has introduced a number of exciting concept vehicles. In the 1950s, the company introduced the Cadillac Le Mans and the Cadillac Cyclone. Both of these concept cars were designed by the legendary…
The 2021 Nissan Rogue In October 2007, consumers could purchase the Nissan Rogue as a more compact crossover SUV option than what was on the market. At the time, the only comparable Nissan model available was the now-discontinued Xterra. Since its introduction, the Rogue has continued to increase in popularity, helping Nissan establish itself as…
Toyota has gone to great lengths to hide the true exterior design of the new Supra The fifth-generation Toyota Supra has to be one of the most talked about cars on the internet. Whether it’s out testing at the Nürburgring or doing donuts in the snow, the new Supra is a favorite target of spy…
A while back, I read a little bit about the Chevy Volt, and thought to myself, “Wow! This electric car stuff is really awesome! I should really buy a Volt!” However, then I thought, “I wonder what other electric cars there are.” This is the result: A list of all the mainstream electric vehicles–that is,…
With only 500 examples produced over two years, the Lexus LFA was a rare bird. The first Lexus supercar had a deafening, high-revving 4.8-liter V10 and a lightning fast sequential six-speed automatic transmission that could get it up to 202 mph. The V10 engine revved so fast that a digital tachometer was required, since an…
Photo: Kia Over the years, Kia has come up with quite a few intriguing concept vehicles, with some of them even becoming production models available for purchase. From the many variations of the iconic Soul to the latest Futuron all-electric SUV, there have been plenty of eye-catching debuts. As a huge fan of all things…
The gnarly concept it’ll be based on. We’ve speculated and guessed and wondered about a potential Toyota Supra successor for years and it finally seems as though the time for conjecture is over—because according to Autocar, it’s a done deal: the next-generation Toyota Supra will arrive in 2018 shortly after its partner car, the BMW…
An early teaser from Ford indicates a two-door Bronco will be available Photo: Ford Motor Company A new prototype of the 2021 Ford Bronco has been spotted testing in the while, and it confirms a few things: This is going to be the boxy-styled Bronco you remember and love and it’s going to be available…
Mike Manley’s putting together a crew It’s been a little over a month since Michael Manley was named the new CEO of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles. Unfortunately, shortly after he was promoted to the position, the former CEO, Sergio Marchionne, passed away from health complications. That event required the undivided attention of both Manley and FCA…
Photo Credit: Jenn Harris/Los Angeles Times They say that pizza is like sex: even when it’s bad, it’s still pretty good. A similar principle applies to the Corvette: even when it’s got an ugly paint job, it’s still a Corvette. Don’t worry, though, that’s not actually a paint job—those are pepperoni decals covering this delicious-looking…
Tesla robots assembling cars in Fresno Photo: Tesla Motors Automakers are divided over the topic of whether people or robots are best used in the process of assembling cars. Tesla, for instance, is trying to automate as much as it can. “You really can’t have people in the production line itself,” said Elon Musk in…
While the XC90 SUV is the most popular Volvo in the US, the XC60 is the company’s bestselling vehicle globally The Volvo brand might not have the same level of prestige currently attached to its name as European rivals Mercedes-Benz and BMW, but the Swedish car manufacturer did make a significant dent in the luxury car market…
Rapper Nelly made an appearance at SEMA in 2008 While the SEMA show in Las Vegas isn’t open to the public, it’s still pretty cool to watch livestreams and stay up-to-date on the debuts occurring each day. On top of this, the show holds themed special events with celebrity guests throughout the four-day occasion. Here…
A vehicle identification number guide posted to GM’s internal service and parts operations website has revealed one very interesting bit of information about the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette: that it will be coming with an a dual-overhead-cam V8 engine called the LT5. It’s described as displacing 6.2 liters with direct injection, variable valve timing, and an…
The 2017 Acura MDX is the company’s flagship SUV and it combines elegant exterior styling with loads of standard safety features, which helps keep this luxury crossover safe while out on the roadways. Known for its reliability and quiet interior, the 2017 Acura MDX carries a starting MSRP of $43,950. The new Acura MDX competes…
The HUMMER Hx could serve as inspiration for a future GMC model Photo: © General Motors When the national average price of gas began to fall to levels that hadn’t been seen in five years, the common refrain was that the public would begin demanding Hummers all over again. The Hummer brand, once one of…
Volkswagen has made a tenacious effort to begin reinventing its lineup by imbuing it with a wave of electric vehicles (EVs). Turning to zero-emissions EVs as a promising path for the brand’s future, VW has been busy designing and revealing electric vehicles in its I.D. family. Beginning with the first I.D. Concept at the Paris…
2020 Kia Telluride Photo: Kia Everything’s bigger in Texas, especially the amount of love for the 2020 Kia Telluride. The all-new vehicle was named “CUV of Texas” by members of the Texas Auto Writers Association, beating out the Mercedes-Benz E63 S Wagon. Not only that, the SX trim of the Telluride was the “Mid-Size CUV”…
Buick seems like it’s taking a page from Beyonce’s playbook, at least when it comes to its less-is-more marketing approach. In 2013, Beyonce released her self-titled album with zero promotion, only for it to sell more than 600,000 copies in the first three days of its availability. Buick must be hoping to achieve similar success with…
Nissan Sentra NISMO Concept from 2014 In the world of Nissan, the NISMO name marks a car as a true performance model that has been upgraded with track-ready technology to take a good car to an even better place. Models like the Nissan 370Z, GT-R, and Juke have all been upgraded. The question now on everyone’s…
It’s been more than 60 years since the first-generation Corvette rolled off the assembly lines and ever since then, the famous Chevy sports car has featured rear-wheel drive, two doors, and an upfront engine position. However, all of that appears to be changing come 2018. After years of rumors that the Corvette would eventually be…
Earlier this month, Toyota announced it would be discontinuing its youth-focused Scion division, and either cutting models from the lineup altogether or transitioning them to Toyota. Three of Scion’s four existing models will make the move to Toyota, but the Scion tC coupe won’t be as lucky. The tC will become extinct once the Scion…
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