FCA Archives

The first mass-produced 4×4 pickup truck, the Ram Power Wagon, hits a… Who says pickup trucks should only be utilitarian? You deserve a little… FCA has revealed the new 2021 Chrysler Pacifica, which comes standard with… FCA released its 2019 Sustainability Report, which highlights the company’s recent social,… On April 1, FCA launched the “Drive…

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BMW sales Archives

Throughout 2018, BMW focused on its utility models, or Sports Activity Vehicles… Most automakers have experienced sales declines throughout the majority of the year… Although the beginning of 2018 was rather kind to automakers in terms… When BMW acquired the MINI brand back in 2000, the German automaker… At the beginning of the year, many…

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Ford SYNC Archives

Ford Motor Company and Google reached a six-year agreement to make Google… Ford Motor Company in Canada officially introduced itsWaterloo Connectivity and Innovation Centre… Right before All Hallows Eve, Ford announced a treat of its own:… Ford has launched an all-new, China-specific SYNC infotainment system that leverages Baidu… From childhood, many of us have dreamed…

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This Waterproof Bag Is Supposed to Protect Your Car in a Flood, But We Aren't Completely Convinced

There’s a video circulating on Facebook, which leads back to a story from Business Insider, highlighting a pretty interesting invention: the Flood Guard. The Flood Guard is essentially a giant waterproof bag that is signed to protect your car during a flood. Here’s how it’s supposed to work. Assembly requires at least two people. One person will start…

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Stephen Colbert Mocks Low Gas Prices and Rise in SUV Sales

Stephen Colbert introduces us to the Cadillac Regret Commemorative Black Rhino Edition There are only two more episodes left of The Colbert Report (or, as it is now known, The ColbDewar’s Repewars, since Colbert just sold the series’ naming rights to Dewar’s Scotch), so savor videos like the one below – after Thursday night, there…

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2022 Audi E-Tron GT Details Released

The wait for the Audi E-Tron GT is almost over… Photo: Audi Fans of high-speed performance vehicles have been anxiously awaiting updates on the 2022 Audi E-Tron GT for a while now. This electric sedan is set to be sold with Audi Sport’s RS badge in late 2021, with a full reveal not scheduled until…

The 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Reduces Overall Environmental Impact by 31 Percent Compared to Previous Chrysler Minivans

The most fuel-efficient minivan of all time Minivans offer a number of different benefits to drivers. They supply additional space for passengers and cargo. Minivans also possess some of the best interior features in the automotive industry. However, one area in which minivans usually don’t excel is fuel efficiency. While describing most minivans, “efficient” is not…

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BMW Joins Toyota to Build Fuel Cell SUVs

Photo: BMW BMW is exploring fuel cell technology to help it diversify its electrification efforts. The German automaker will be working with Toyota to develop new hydrogen-powered vehicles. According to a report by Nikkei Asia, BMW sales chief Pieter Nota says that BMW and Toyota will begin producing and selling hydrogen FCVs on a mass…

Chrysler Airflow Concept Heralds Brand’s EV Transition

The Chrysler Airflow Concept teases the brand’s all-electric future Photo: Stellantis Don’t look now, but Chrysler is loading up to go all-electric by 2028. At this month’s CES 2022 show in Las Vegas, the brand revealed the new Chrysler Airflow Concept and announced plans for its first EV by 2025. Stellantis Moves Toward Electric Future:…

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nissan leaf Archives

When you’re shopping for a new car, you’re probably weighing the benefits… Drivers in Canada can start saving for the 2022 Nissan Leaf, as… The year 2030 is a major deadline for Nissan. The automaker has… A hot, stuffy cabin makes driving in the summer a lot less… The all-electric Nissan Leaf (stylized as LEAF)…

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5 Leather-Free SUVs for Cruelty-Free Living

For those striving to live a cruelty-free lifestyle, finding a new car may seem like an impossible task. Automotive seems to think “luxury” and “leather” are synonyms, adding leather steering wheels, seats, and trim to nearly every model as you move up the trim levels. Fortunately, there are still some leather-free options on the market….

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GM to Close Plants and Kill Multiple Sedans

General Motors is closing its assembly plant in Lordstown, Ohio, as part of a major restructuring In a major restructuring move, General Motors announced today that it will close five plants, discontinue several sedan models, and cut its North American salaried workforce by 15 percent. GM said these moves will help it save $6 billion…

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How to Extend Your EV Battery's Shelf Life

Like with conventional car batteries, EV batteries have a certain shelf life. There are also factors that can hinder or help an EV battery’s overall health. Here’s a brief overview of both so you can keep your auto’s battery in peak condition for many more miles of driving.  Shopper’s Dilemma: Discover whether buying or leasing…

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