Photo: OnInnovation Famous for his groundbreaking innovations across multiple marketplaces, Elon Musk is quickly becoming a household name. Musk is currently the CEO of both Tesla Motors and SpaceX. Background Elon Musk was born in Pretoria, South Africa in 1971. He spent most of his childhood in South Africa before moving to Canada at 17…
It’s a pretty terrifying scenario — you’re driving down the highway, cruising at around 70 mph, and you have a sudden realization: you can’t stop. While unlikely, it is possible for your accelerator to get stuck. Tapping the brakes doesn’t do a whole lot of good in this scenario, so what’s your best option? Brake….
With a sporty exterior and the performance to match, the 2016 Dodge Dart is the perfect everyday car for those consumers that love to drive. Though its segment has a lot of competition, including the Toyota Corolla and Ford Focus, the 2016 Dart easily stands its ground. Its aggressive styling, driver-focused interior, and long list…
Photo: All vehicle images above are attributed to their respective OEMs Every year, I peruse the leading automakers’ current lineup of vehicles to see which models can be ordered with green exterior paint. Green has become a rare color option in recent years, but luckily 2021 is a good year for shoppers searching for a…
What should you do if your car was soaked in a flood? Photo: Chris Waits via CC If you’re reading this article, hopefully it’s not because your car has been damaged by excessive rain or flooding. And hopefully it’s not because you decided to drive through high water. Because water damage is one of the…
Photo: Cadillac With recent innovations, including the 38-inch screen featured in the 2021 Escalade, it’s clear that Cadillac is stepping up its infotainment game. The automaker has recently teamed up with Rightpoint and Territory Studio to create fresh, intuitive infotainment systems for upcoming models. Here’s what this collaboration could bring to the table. Enjoy the…
Photo: Honda The 2020 Honda Accord Hybrid has today began arriving in dealership showrooms around the United States — and with an EPA-estimated combined fuel economy rating of 48 mpg and a starting price of $25,470, it’s firmly the most affordable midsize hybrid sedan in America. Built exclusively in Ohio, the Accord Hybrid is getting…
Introducing the new Mercedes-Benz Concept IAA The new Mercedes-Benz Concept IAA is what the Transformers franchise could have been had Michael Bay not touched the project. This new concept model, which debuted at the Frankfurt International Motor Show, is pretty awesome, actually shifting its shape when it hits 80 km/h (50 mph) or at the…
Weird Fiat commercials: Endless GIF Since its acquisition of Chrysler Group in 2011, and its triumphant return to the American market after a 27-year absence, Fiat has quickly grown to become a favorite automaker with drivers across the country. The Fiat 500 line—which originated as a retro-looking minicar and has now expanded to include the…
Car horns looked a lot more basic in the early 20th century Photo: Jojo Hasilla via Pixabay Sometimes it’s easy to take basic vehicle parts, like the brakes, gear selector, or auto-locks, for granted. Car horns are another part that’s easy to gloss over — but this device has a fascinating history that deserves some…
The Infiniti Q80 Inspiration Concept was at the event The 2016 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance is more than just a car competition. Collector cars must be invited to the event to compete, and because of that attendees are typically either huge car fans or extremely wealthy drivers looking to possibly grow their collections. Luxury car…
The 2016 Subaru Crosstrek ditches the XV from its name (previous model years were called the Subaru XV Crosstrek). The all-new Crosstrek, like all Subarus, is built to take drivers and passengers off-road, but is a viable, safe, and efficient option for families of small and moderate sizes. The 2016 Subaru Crosstrek is available in…
Ford and State Farm teamed up to see how driver-assist tech can save drivers money on insurance Photo: Ford Driver-assistive safety features are becoming more commonly standard on new vehicles, and it stands to reason that this will help drivers save money in the long run. Ford, whose Ford Co-Pilot360 is standard on vehicles like…
Sergio Rodriguez spent $160 to charge Mustang Mach-E on cross-country trip Photo: Ford Sergio Rodriguez was one of the many folks who recently got a 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E, and he immediately put that puppy to the test. Rodriguez, an Army veteran, decided to travel 2,500 miles from SoCal to Georgia in his newly purchased…
Photo: FreeStocks When it comes to ride-sharing services, many thought city dwellers would begin to give up the idea of car ownership. But a new report from Bruce Schaller, a consultant in New York City, shows that riders are giving up public transportation and keeping their cars. According to Schaller, 60 percent of Uber and…
The 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is one of the most powerful vehicles on the market today and it carries a relatively affordable starting MSRP of $61,140. This American muscle car has been designed to compete with the top performance cars from around the world. That tough task is made possible thanks to features like magnetic…
The 2015 Suburban If you’ve got a big family and you’re thinking about taking a summer road trip this season, either to beat the heat or to soak up the sun, then the 2015 Suburban might be exactly what you need. The all-new Chevy Suburban can tote around up to nine passengers—and since seven of…
Automotive Science Group study: 2015 F-150 is Best All-Around Performance pickup, has best life-cycle carbon footprint Three Ford vehicles earned Best All-Around Performance accolades, in addition to a number of other honors, in the 2015 Automotive Science Group study of vehicle performance. Most impressively, the 2015 Ford F-150 XL SuperCab with 8-foot box and 2.7-liter…
We recently reported that Mitsubishi and Nissan would begin to share all EV tech, and already we are getting a glimpse of what that might mean for the global market. According to Nikkei Asian Review, Nissan is planning to mass-produce a new $17,000 electric car, making it significantly cheaper than the existing Nissan LEAF. As…
2020 Ford Kuga ST-Line X Plug-In Hybrid Photo: Ford The new Ford Kuga is rolling out in Europe, and it promises the most electrified and most efficient lineup yet. The Kuga, Ford’s third best-selling vehicle in Europe behind the Fiesta and Focus, looks to appeal to customers old and new with a stylish new look,…
Photo: Ford / YouTube We know that the Ford Mustang Hybrid is coming, but we don’t know very much about it — apart from what it might wind up looking like, compliments of the “Future is Built” commercial (skip to the 34 second mark). Per a new patent published this month, we now may have…
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…
Photo: GM The U.S. Department of Defense has awarded General Motors Defense a $36.4 million contract that will involve producing 10 heavy-duty Suburban SUVs. The contract gives GM Defense exclusive rights to manufacture heavy-duty, possibly armored vehicles for use by government agencies such as the U.S. Secret Service. General Motors will manufacture these purpose-built vehicles…
There are certain aspects of automobiles that we’ve always taken for granted, like the fact that they have an engine, require fuel, and run on four wheels. As some of these aspects are changing with new technology–like the introduction of alternative fuels–it’s natural for us to question other aspects–such as, “Why do cars have four…
Fernando Alonso was running inside the top 10 at the United States Grand Prix in Austin when he reported a loss of power and was forced to retire. Honda later found it had been an issue with the MGU-H, which converts heat energy from the exhaust system into electricity. The MGU-H is one of six…
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