2018 Toyota C-HR Overview

The 2018 Toyota C-HR is an all-new vehicle in the Toyota lineup designed to meet growing demand for subcompact SUVs. Overall, it makes a good first impression, with excellent handling, numerous standard convenience and safety technologies, and an interior far roomier than you would expect. Curiously, it left some features off the table, like all-wheel…

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Ford Facing Lawsuit from GM Over BlueCruise Name

GM alleges that Ford infringes on its trademark with the BlueCruise name Photo: Ford Back in April, Ford renamed its new hands-free driving technology BlueCruise. Fast forward to today, and that new name will face a challenge in court from General Motors. The Game Has Changed: Ford’s all-electric F-150 Lightning coming in spring 2022 Just…

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Toyota Releases Two Boxy Japanese Minivans that are Actually Awesome

The super-bold Toyota Box… sorry, Vellfire Minivans are never the most attractive vehicles on the road, at least when compared with fearsome machines from the likes of Ferrari and Porsche. But minivans have a wide appeal, particularly to larger families and those who frequently transport a crap load of people. While in the US, automakers…

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Ford of Canada Sales Jump 30.5 Percent in Q2 2021

The all-new 2021 Ford F-150 has been a hit for Ford in Canada Photo: Ford Even with ongoing inventory challenges, Ford Motor Company of Canada secured a winning quarter of sales over the past three months. In Q2 2021, Ford of Canada sold 65,958 vehicles overall, up 30.5 percent from the pace set through the…

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Differences Between the 2019 Chevy Bolt and Volt

The pure-electric 2019 Chevy Bolt and the plug-in hybrid 2019 Chevy Volt are both popular choices in the green-car segment. Here’s a brief comparison of these models to help you decide which one would suit you best.  Go Green: Discover the unique qualities of the Chevy Volt Cost The starting MSRP of the 2019 Bolt…

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hybrids Archives

Akio Toyoda says that “people are waking up to reality”… Ford expects it will lose a total of $4.5 billion on EV business this year, up from $3 billion in losses from the previous year… Toyota’s stance is that while carbon neutrality is important, EVs are not the only solution for automakers to reach it……

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2016 Chevrolet Camaro Overview

The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro is a legendary muscle car that is all-new this model year and will turn every head on the street as you drive past. This is one of the most anticipated cars for the 2016 model year, and it has rolled off of the assembly line ready to take down the competition…

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Car Tech Explained: Magnetic Ride Control

Suspension systems that don’t use adjusting shock absorbers can’t provide the same combination of handling and comfort as Magnetic Ride Control Photo: © Bill Abbott If you’ve ever found yourself reading an article in Car and Driver magazine, came across the term Magnetic Ride Control, and had no clue what it meant, then please don’t…

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How to Know You're Getting a Good Deal on a Used Car

Photo: The News Wheel When you are buying a brand-new car, you can easily tell if you’re getting a good deal because you have a consistent point of reference: the manufacturer’s suggested retail price. If the dealer’s sticker price is much higher or lower than that, you can gauge if it’s a ripoff or a…

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Nissan Needs To Bring Its Camping Vans to America

Nissan is part of the global Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance, which basically means that we American customers are used to not getting all of the vehicles that Nissan builds. For instance, the Nissan Kicks went to South America before it made its debut in the States, and the tiny Nissan Micra is racing around tracks in Canada…

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Tips for Choosing an RV Campsite

Photo: Lance Anderson via CC Whether you’re camping overnight in the local countryside or traveling thousands of miles to your destination, choosing the right RV campsite is key to having a good vacation. But if you’re not sure what factors to consider when choosing a campsite, you’ve come to the right place to get started….

2024 Chrysler Pacifica Overview

Photo: Chrysler The Chrysler Pacifica has come a long way towards growing past its reputation as a plain-Jane people mover. This smart minivan is loaded with family-focused innovations, helpful tech tools, and plenty of safety features. Here’s what the Pacifica brings to the table. The 2024 Pacifica boasts a refined silhouette, bright LED headlamps with…