The minds behind Disneyland and the Ford Motor Company joined forces during the 1964 World’s Fair to create an attraction unlike any other Photo: Anthony Conti For both Ford Motor Company and Walt Disney, the 1964 New York World’s Fair was a watershed moment. Ford was planning to introduce its new Mustang model at the…
Toyota Highlander Hybrid History The Toyota Highlander Hybrid is a midsize crossover SUV that is built on the Toyota Camry platform. The Highlander Hybrid uses Toyota’s Hybrid Synergy Drive technology combined with the automaker’s 3MZ-FE 3.3-liter V6 engine, offered in either AWD or FWD trims. Early History The Toyota Highlander Hybrid was first introduced to…
Toyota Prius c History When the Toyota Prius c was first introduced in 2011, it was meant to offer a great city car option to consumers looking for a fuel-efficient vehicle to use while commuting—and boy, was it successful. Even now, the Prius c continues to be the second top selling hybrid in the Prius…
Photo: The News Wheel Buying a used car can save you a lot of money on a great vehicle. But, buying the wrong pre-owned car will actually lose you a lot of cash by being a money pit. How do you avoid purchasing a lemon from a car dealership? Here are the deal-breakers that should…
In case you missed the latest news in car sales this year, there is a new king in the automotive world. Earlier this year, the Renault-Nissan Alliance claimed its spot as the largest automaker in the world, beating the likes of Toyota and the Volkswagen Group. Just as the wider world was starting to understand…
Photo: Chevrolet To commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Corvette, Chevrolet has unveiled one of the most unique Corvette models to date — the electrified 2024 Corvette E-Ray. Here’s the scoop on this innovative performance car. Excited to Upgrade? Learn your car’s trade-in value When it arrives, the Corvette E-Ray will be the only sports…
Photo: General Motors General Motors vehicles equipped with Super Cruise can now travel farther than ever while taking advantage of this advanced hands-free driving technology. GM recently announced a major expansion of the Super Cruise network, which will soon grow to cover 750,000 miles of compatible highway across the United States and Canada. Pickup Truck…
The Bolt EV’s bigger sibling, the Bolt EUV, is on the way Photo: Chevrolet There’s plenty of excitement surrounding the launch of the new 2022 Chevy Bolt EUV. This entirely electric crossover is set to be a game-changer for General Motors, and will also come with GM’s advanced Super Cruise system. The semi-autonomous driver-assistance feature…
If you’re part of the growing demand for eco-friendly vehicles, you’ve probably been doing your research on hybrid vehicles. With that research may come with a bit of confusion, especially if you aren’t up to date on all of the technical jargon. But don’t worry, we’re here to help clear up the confusion surrounding one…
Up until now, Google Maps has shown the fastest route to your destination. An upcoming update will make it show the most efficient one. … There’s a huge shortage of computer chips around the world, and it’s affecting the automotive industry in addition to consumer electronics.… You may be wondering how a car company’s R&D…
A refreshed Ford Mustang with its fascia under wraps Photo: Ford If you’ve ever seen that black-and-white, swirled camouflage wrap on a car being test-driven — or photographed in spy shots — you’ve probably wondered how the checkerboard pattern works. Does this psychedelic cover really camouflage vehicles, or does it do the opposite and draw…
The Super Bee is back for the Dodge’s Last Call Photo: Stellantis Dodge is saying so long to the Challenger and Charger, which will be replaced with … well, probably the Dodge Challenger and Charger, but as badass electrics. In a fitting goodbye, this dynamic duo is being sent off with a barrage of 2023…
Photo: The News Wheel The alternator is an essential part of your vehicle’s electronic system. It charges your car’s battery, powering everything from the spark plugs and headlights to the radio and heated seats. Here’s how to spot when this critical component needs service. Don’t Let a Bad Alternator Leave You Stranded: Get OnStar Connect…
On Wednesday, Ford began accepting applications for its 2017 GT supercar. While Ford is not charging a fee to fill out the form—though it probably very well could have given both the superlative hype and the extremely limited quantities in which it will be sold—the presumed $400,000 price is enough in and of itself to knock…
The 2020 Cadillac XT6 will be the first vehicle to carry the brand’s new torque-based engine naming scheme Photo: The News Wheel With its combination of letters and numbers (XT4, CT6-V, ATS), Cadillac’s vehicle naming scheme isn’t always easy to follow. Now, the luxury brand is adding another twist with a new numeric and alphanumeric badging system…
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