Ford Offering Illuminated High Visibility Panels for Vans

New Electronic High Visibility Panels keep roadside workers safer Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company continues to cement its standing as Europe’s commercial vehicle leader with innovation. One of the latest advances to come out of the Blue Oval is its Electronic High Visibility Panels offered on the Transit and Transit Custom. This new feature aims…

Toyota Pledges $1 Million to Support Texans

Photo: Toyota Motor North America Toyota Motor North America has pledged $1 million in relief for victims of the winter storm that recently collapsed the Texas electrical grid and left more than four million Texans without electricity and heat in subfreezing temperatures. The automaker, whose North American headquarters are based in Plano, Texas, says the…

AJAC Names 2020 Nissan LEAF PLUS Green Car of the Year

2020 Nissan LEAF PLUS Photo: Nissan For 2020, the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada has singled out the Nissan LEAF PLUS as the Green Car of the Year. Last year, the Nissan LEAF took home the prestigious honor. Family-ready Ride: 2020 Nissan Qashqai “We are honoured to accept this award from AJAC for the Nissan…

2017 Volkswagen Tiguan Overview

Volkswagen makes well-engineered, robust vehicles, and the Tiguan crossover is no exception.  Sharing the same platform as the VW Golf, this two-row seater is celebrating its 10-year production anniversary with a new generation–in Europe, at least. Sporting some much-needed updates to remain competitive in the global market, the latest Tiguan is a fine entry in the VW lineup…

Ford Triples Charging Network in UK for Mustang Mach-E

Ford Mustang Mach-E arriving in the UK with larger charging network Photo: Ford The all-new Mustang Mach-E is arriving across the United Kingdom, and Ford wants to make sure that interested drivers have even more incentive. Ford announced that it’s tripling the number of charge points available through the FordPass Charging Network, helping further cut…

2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Overview

The 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander is a top-tier family vehicle. With seating for up to seven passengers and additional underfloor cargo storage, you can fit the entire family and all of their gear. Financing Your Vehicle: Terms You Should Know [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander? The Outlander has upgraded several of its…

Ford Investing €600 Million at Saarlouis for Next-Gen Focus Production

Ford has announced that it will be investing €600 million (roughly $645 million USD) in updating its Saarlouis Vehicle Assembly Operations in Germany in order to support upcoming production for the next-gen Focus. The announcement of this investment was made prior to Ford’s announcement that it would be sourcing the next-generation Focus from China and Europe…

2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Overview

2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Overview The Toyota Highlander Hybrid has been completely redesigned for 2014 and now offers seating for up to eight passengers. 2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Exterior The redesigned exterior of the 2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is sure to draw the attention of onlookers, as its aggressively-styled front fascia now flaunts a larger,…

Ford Donates $250K to DAPCEP for Future Forward Program

Ford donates $250,000 to support DAPCEP, introduce students to STEM Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company demonstrates its commitment to introducing students to STEM with a new $250,000 donation to the Detroit Area Pre-College Engineering Program. The donation to DAPCEP will lead to the creation of a Future Forward program, which will help put 80 underrepresented…

Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Concept Boasts V8 Engine

Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Concept Photo: FCA The new Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Concept optimizes the brand’s legendary 4×4 capability and renowned fun-to-drive power with a new 6.4-liter V8 engine. Paired to an eight-speed transmission, the Wrangler Rubicon 392 Concept tears up the road with 450 horsepower and 450 lb-ft of torque. You can even…

Toyota Won More Patents in 2020 than Any Other Automaker

Photo: Toyota Motor North America The United States Patent and Trademark Office awarded slightly fewer patents in 2020 than in 2019, according to the Intellectual Property Owners Association, but one thing remained the same: Toyota was granted more patents than any other automaker by a fairly substantial margin. Every year, the IPO puts out a…

2016 Lexus NX Overview

If you’re shopping for a luxury crossover that is ready to rule the road, consider the 2016 Lexus NX. This vehicle is a study in luxury, with powerful engines that conserve fuel, premium materials, and a sculpted exterior. The 2016 Lexus NX is available in three trim levels: 200t, 200t F Sport, and the hybrid 300h….

Outlander PHEV Was Europe’s Top-Selling PHEV SUV in 2020

The 2021 Outlander PHEV Photo: Mitsubishi Motors The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV was the top-selling plug-in hybrid SUV in Europe last year. When comparing all segments, the Outlander PHEV was also Europe’s second best-selling plug-in hybrid overall. Other Popular Models: The Mitsubishi SUV lineup What were the Outlander PHEV’s sales results? The 2021 Outlander PHEV Photo:…

Maintenance Mistakes Costing You Money

Photo: The News Wheel Even if you don’t have much automotive knowledge or DIY skills, there are several maintenance checks you can do to help protect your car and save you money at the body shop. By regularly checking the tires, wheels, fluids, and electrical system, as well as investing in high-quality gas, you’ll help…