Ford now offering the Warn wireless winch option on more Super Duty models Photo: Ford Last year, Ford revealed that the all-new, totally bangin’ F-Series Super Duty Tremor would be available with an integrated electric winch developed by Ford Performance and Warn. That add-on proved mighty popular among folks with mighty big needs, so Ford…
GM and Honda’s partnership includes two new EVs built on the Ultium platform Photo: Steve Fecht for GM Over the past few years, General Motors and Honda have teamed up on self-driving technology, EV batteries, and other innovations. Now these two major automakers are preparing to establish a broader partnership in North America. Two Tough…
Photo: Ford Motor Company The numbers are in, and to the surprise of probably no one, Ford is once again the best-selling brand in all of Canada for 2019. For the full year, 20,292 Ford cars and 259,084 trucks, vans, and SUVs were sold, making the Blue Oval the gold standard for the 11th year…
This article is sponsored by Hurtigruta Carglass. Photo: Tesla When the news about Tesla wanting to release a so-called ‘people model’ came out, interest rose tremendously. Many consumers weren’t able to afford the more expensive Tesla vehicles, so when a cheaper model was announced, it was well-received. On top of that, you get a lot…
The BMW 7 Series When BMW launched its DriveNow ride-share program in June 2012, it opted for the proving grounds of San Francisco, given the Bay Area’s proclivity for HEV/EV vehicles. The program makes use of a fleet of 70 electric BMW vehicles (ActiveE) and allows members to reserve cars for short travels, including one-way…
The all-new 2014 Cadillac XTS The 2014 Cadillac XTS Sedan amps up success with the new optional 410-horsepower turbocharged V6. Compared to the underwhelming 304-hp V6 engine of last year, the 2014 Cadillac XTS should have no problem powering past the 2013 model. In addition to the extra horsepower, the 2013 Cadillac XTS also offers…
The Ford Frenzy bracket will crown the Blue Oval’s best Photo: Ford Ah yes, March. The month where financially exploited young adults play their hearts out in the name of glory, adulation, and making sure some dude in Omaha wins a half vacation day for having the best bracket in the office pool. Ford is…
Mazda has announced that it is going to be joining the majority of carmakers in adopting both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay for its infotainment systems—up until now, each new Mazda has been equipped with the brand’s MAZDA CONNECT system. Also Coming Soon: Mazda diesel and electric models Unfortunately, Mazda did not give a timeline…
2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Photo: FCA Green Car Journal recently named the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Green SUV of the Year, thanks in part to its robust powertrain, electric range, and rugged capability. Learn More: Fun facts you might not know about Jeep “The Wrangler 4xe delivers an exciting and environmentally positive way for…
This month, FIA Formula E wrapped up its fourth season of racing in New York City, and Audi took home the big team prize thanks to the performance of drivers Lucas di Grassi and Daniel Abt. The duo, racing for Audi’s team Audi Sport ABT Schaeffler, managed to win a third of the races this…
The Volkswagen Golf family is a fun group of cars to drive, and the awards received by the line are a testament to their quality. For drivers who are concerned about the environment (as we all should be), the electric VW e-Golf is the perfect choice to get you where you’re going without a drop…
2003 Mustang Mach 1 Photo: Ford Motor Company When Ford first announced the vehicle now known as the Mustang Mach-E nearly two years ago, it was calling its electric performance SUV the Mach 1. And, ho boy, if you think folks are mad about the fact that it’s called the Mustang Mach-E, just imagine how…
As the world prepares for a new James Bond, I propose something radical: let the superspy drive a Corvette instead of an Aston Martin. James Bond might have met his match. And his name? Chaplin. Simon Chaplin. Earlier this week, Simon Chaplin was attempting to get away from police in Carmarthenshire in Wales when he…
The 2017 Cadillac CT6 PHEV has a top speed of 78 mph when using only electric power Photo: © General Motors If you like the looks of the Cadillac CT6, but have been waiting for the more eco-friendly plug-in hybrid version to be released, then you’re in luck because GM Canada recently announced this sedan…
As a thoughtful, haunting product of speculative fiction, Black Mirror contemplates our increasingly troublesome connection to technology. Even though episodes focus on the social and personal dilemmas of characters, their situations often involve vehicle transportation, which allows Black Mirror to indirectly remark on our humanity’s relationship with automobiles and the direction in which automotive technology is…
Whether you call it a hatchback or wagon, the Panamera Sport Turismo is one futuristic looking ride If you’re the type of person who enjoys fantasizing about luxury wagons, then your options are unfortunately limited to a small number of models, including the Volvo V90 and Mercedes-AMG E63 S. However, Porsche is doing something to…
China’s all-new Ford Escape Photo: Ford Motor Company The Ford China 2.0 transformation blueprint will focus on bringing the “Best of Ford” and “Best of China” together under five distinct plans: the 330 Product Plan, Smart Technology Plan, China Innovation Plan, China Partner Plan, and China Talent Plan. Key to Ford’s growth in the world’s…
The Ford Transit Custom PHEV gets geofencing technology this fall Photo: Ford Air pollution is a big problem in major metropolitan areas, and Ford is looking to curb it with a new technology. The Ford Transit Custom Plug-In Hybrid offers a new geofencing feature that automatically switches to fully electric operation when it enters cities…
The 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV Photo: Chevrolet Chevrolet recently unveiled new information about the upcoming 2022 Bolt EUV at the General Motors EV Day press event. The electric crossover will be a spacious and versatile new option for city driving. Staying Safe This Spring: How to drive in the rain Attributes of the Bolt EUV…
Prepare to pour one out for the dear and soon-to-be-departed Ford C-MAX. The compact MPV will cease to be in the United States by mid-2018, when production will come to a close on the C-MAX Hybrid; production on the Ford C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid has already wrapped up, ending in September of this year. America’s…
The 2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV is luxury SUV with a starting MSRP of $72,790. The Cadillac Escalade ESV features the same powerful V8 engine and luxurious interior as the regular Escalade, but the ESV model is approximately 20 inches longer than the standard version. The 2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV is available in four trim levels: Standard,…
Photo: Audi “Where we’re going, we don’t need roads,” Doc Brown famously said, as he launched Marty McFly and a levitating DeLorean into the far-flung futuristic year of 2015. It turns out that Audi also has a concept vehicle that’s envisioned for a road-less future — but the new Audi AI:TRAIL quattro runs on electricity,…
Sky purchased 151 Ford Transit Custom PHEVs for its fleet Photo: Ford Sky, Europe’s entertainment and media powerhouse, is aiming to be net zero carbon by 2030. To help with that goal, Sky is turning to another titan: Ford Motor Company. With a fleet of 151 Ford Transit Custom PHEVs at its disposal, Sky aims…
Remember when Mazda released that single teasing image of a new sports car concept vehicle, to be revealed at the upcoming Tokyo Motor Show, and we (and pretty much everyone else, it seems) immediately said, “Yeah, that looks like it’s going to be a new RX model”? This one Well, according to Motoring.com.au, that is…
Hypermiling can help reduce your car’s fuel usage so you can save on gas and curb emissions Photo: The News Wheel If you’re not familiar with hypermiling, it’s the practice of driving a vehicle while using the least amount of fuel. Per HowStuffWorks contributor Cherise Threewitt, drivers who observe this habit usually do so for…
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