The 2017 Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid Competing in the extremely niche market of prestige sedan chargeable hybrids, Cadillac announced the expected debut of the CT6 Plug-In Hybrid for spring of 2017. “The CT6 is a technological showcase throughout, and by far the lightest car in its class, making it an ideal platform for electrification,” said…
The modern Jeep Cherokee barely resembles the earliest incarnations of the vehicle, at least appearance-wise. Nevertheless, the Cherokee has remained one of Jeep’s most popular models, thanks to its performance both on- and off-road. None of that has changed with the introduction the 2017 Jeep Cherokee. While perhaps not a popular as its larger cousin the…
Seeing festive light displays is one of the very best things about the holiday season. One of the traditions that has remained through the pandemic due to its natural social distancing is driving through light displays with the family. This year, check out one of these four displays in Wisconsin to keep the Christmas spirit…
2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Photo: FCA The Jeep Wrangler has no shortage of fans and awards thanks to its unparalleled off-road capability, unique design, fun-to-drive aesthetic, and rugged ability. Its most recent accolade, though, recognizes its advanced eco-friendly technology. AutoTech Breakthrough awarded the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid with its distinction of Hybrid…
The 2017 Toyota Prius Prime is a plug-in hybrid version of the regular Toyota Prius, though it offers much more than just a new powertrain. With the addition of the word “Prime” in the Toyota Prius name comes distinctive new styling, a massive 11.6-inch touchscreen, and multiple driving modes including a Recharge mode that uses…
Once more, Mazda can look smug at the all-automaker picnic, because without the benefit of an electric or hybrid vehicle in its entire lineup (save for the Japan-only hybrid Mazda3), Mazda has reached the highest fuel efficiency of any mainstream automaker in the US. According to the EPA, Mazda’s fleet-wide adjusted fuel economy performance was…
Photo: Honda Whenever the COVID-19 pandemic passes and it’s okay to go out and buy a car again, you should take a look at the 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, as it has just been named the “Best New Car for 2020” by Autotrader. Launched at the start of the month, the CR-V Hybrid is Honda’s…
Before the Buick Cascada made its debut a year ago, it had been approximately 25 years since Buick offered a luxury convertible in the United States. To promote the car, Buick took the usual step of creating web-only videos that starred celebrity trainer Tracy Anderson and actress Ellie Kemper. The reason those videos seemed out…
The Corsair was the bestselling Lincoln vehicle in Q3 2020 Photo: Lincoln Lincoln Motor Company delivered 27,554 vehicles in the third quarter of 2020, down just 1.4 percent from last year’s record Q3 performance. A testament to the auto industry’s impressive recovery in the wake of COVID-19, Lincoln posted a 3.5 percent increase in sales…
SUVs and crossovers are dominating the automotive market, pushing sedans and other smaller vehicles out of the way. While some manufacturers are choosing to ax their whole car lineup, others aren’t quite sure if such a drastic step is necessary. One of those more cautious brands is Nissan, and they are putting all their faith…
Photo: Nissan January 2018 belongs to the Nissan Note. The popular compact car, due to its e-POWER electrified powertrain, has secured the title of best-seller for Nissan in Japan. According to Nissan, the e-POWER equipped Note has been gaining attention since November 2016. “The car is driven by an electric motor that’s powered by a…
2018 Nissan Kicks Spring has definitely sprung for the newest addition to Nissan’s lineup of crossovers. The 2018 Nissan Kicks will be available to purchase later this season with a starting price of $17,990 for the S model, $19,690 for the SV model, and $20,290 for the SR model, all of which are equipped with…
2019 Sustainability Report Photo: FCA FCA released its 2019 Sustainability Report, which highlights the company’s recent social, environmental, and economic efforts. The report demonstrates that FCA was able to strengthen its business while also making a positive impact on the environment. Vehicles for You and Your Loved Ones: Family-friendly models Endeavors mentioned in the FCA…
Rebecca’s meet-cute with the BMW i3 at the Dayton Auto Show As someone who spends most of her days writing about cars, I decided to visit a local auto show to see some of the models I have read so much about. Not only would the Dayton Auto Show have the current models from the…
Every year, I peruse the leading automakers’ current lineup of vehicles to see which models can be ordered with green exterior paint. Green has become a rare color option in recent years, but luckily 2021 is a good year for shoppers searching for a new car in this underrated hue. While some automakers continue to…
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