Photo: Toyota Canada Toyota and Lyft have launched a new partnership that will grant Vancouver ride-share drivers access to the zero-emissions, hydrogen-powered Toyota Mirai fuel cell vehicle. The collaboration enables eligible Lyft drivers to use Toyota’s KINTO Share Canada app to pick up a Mirai at any one of three dealerships in the area for…
2021 Nissan Leaf Photo: Nissan When you’re shopping for a new car, you’re probably weighing the benefits of a car vs. an SUV. But, if you get a hatchback, you’ll get the best of both vehicle worlds. Why? Because a hatchback offers a nimble ride similar to a sports car but offers the cargo space…
Photo: GM Defense As we’ve previously reported, GM Defense — the branch of the company that produces vehicles for use in the military — has been working on an infantry squad vehicle based on the Chevrolet Colorado since last year. At the time, it was competing with models developed by Oshkosh Defense, Flyer Defense, Polaris…
Ford’s California-themed pony achieves 305 miles of electric range Photo: Ford For as much as Ford has marketed its new Mustang Mach-E around its performance deliverables, its electric range is key to helping drivers get over their range anxiety. Ford has revealed that the Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 delivers the most range of any…
Some signs that your vehicle is flex-fuel friendly Photo: Mariordo via CC If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s safe to use flex fuel with your vehicle, you’re in the right place. Here’s a brief overview of what flex fuel is and how to tell if your car is compatible with it. Efficiency Boost: Ditch winter…
Ford F-150 and Maverick are nominated for 2022 Green Truck of the Year Photo: Ford Ford is looking to go back-to-back in Green Car Journal’s Green Truck of the Year award with the F-150 and Maverick both vying for the top prize. Ford’s Award-Winning Green Vehicles: All-electric Mustang Mach-E is a multi-award-winner and a show-stealer…
Photo: Toyota The 2021 Toyota GR Supra has officially launched with 382 horsepower, a 47-hp boost over the 2020 model. It will start at $50,990, while a new GR Supra 2.0 model is accompanying it with a starting price of $42,990. Toyota Supra: Don’t wait to make it yours Though praised for its performance, the…
Toyota Jan promotes the Toyota Service Centers by saving–or distracting–people from disasters Photo: Toyota USA via YouTube Ever wonder what the world would be like without Toyota Jan? In three new commercials for Toyota Services Centers, we get a glimpse of that…and boy are we glad she’s around to save the day! Toyota has released…
Weight reductions for cars translate to improved mileage Photo: Pixabay While it’s common for people to set New Year’s goals that involve weight loss, it’s not as common for vehicles to have this ambition. But shedding some weight is the goal GMC vehicles have for this year, as CEO Mary Barra recently revealed during a…
The Malibu was just redesigned last year, and it’s continuing to prove that it’s everything but a “typical” sedan. It offers a sexy silhouette that adds a touch of spice to its segment, while also providing both driver and passengers with an abundance of cargo room and leg room. Technology is also at the forefront with…
Photo: Hyundai The 2022 Hyundai SUV lineup has a new member: the Tucson Hybrid. Featuring many of the same design elements as the gas-powered 2022 Tucson, the Tucson Hybrid adds boosted efficiency, fun-to-drive e-Handling dynamics, and extra standard features. It comes in three trim levels: Blue, SEL Convenience, and Limited. The Santa Cruz Is Here:…
A shortage of ventilators is one of the most critical problems America faces in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, and GM is exploring an array of options to help. The automaker is working with Seattle-area medical device maker Ventec Life Systems, providing the company with logistics, purchasing, and manufacturing resources to help it make…
Fewer Chinese motorists are buying new vehicles in the face of economic hardships China is currently one of the fastest-growing markets in the automotive world. However, recent sales trends suggest that growth is starting to slow down and, in some cases, recede. Chinese automotive sales were down by 13 percent in October. GM’s Vehicle Expansion:…
Photo: Ford Motor Company The upcoming 2020 Ford Explorer Limited Hybrid will see the debut of a new transmission system that Ford dubs “modular hybrid technology.” While this transmission is aimed at helping the new hybrid return better fuel economy, it will also be vital for capability purposes, which is why Ford also intends to apply the…
CEO Martin Winterkorn promises new midsize Volkswagen SUV in the works My mother always taught me never to trust a man with a funny name, but I think I’m going to have to make an exception in this case. Just yesterday, CEO of Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft (take that, MS Word spell check!), Professor Dr. Martin Winterkorn,…
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