The Lyriq in all its eye-catching glory Photo: Cadillac The upcoming Cadillac Lyriq is one of 2020’s most anticipated vehicle reveals. After first being teased way back in 2019, the electric SUV was scheduled for an official reveal in April. Thanks to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, its public debut moved to August. Thankfully, GM has…
Pictured (left to right): 10-speed automatic gearbox and second-gen 3.5-liter EcoBoost announced for 2017 Ford F-150 Ford announced today that the 2017 F-150 will launch both the new second-gen 3.5-liter EcoBoost engine and the first volume-production 10-speed automatic transmission. Both features will contribute not just to improved efficiency, but also to improved power and performance….
Nestled between the large and compact SUV segments is the mid-size segment, which is quickly becoming more and more competitive. Leading the pack in the premium field, though, is the 2017 Buick Envision. This new SUV from Buick sits between the brand’s popular Encore and three-row Enclave, which makes it a great choice for families…
The Yukon SUV will take the lead in GMC’s latest global expansion Photo: GMC GMC is expanding its global reach in a big way. The popular General Motors brand recently announced that it will establish sales operations in three new markets: China, Australia, and New Zealand. GMC Goes Electric: Reasons to buy or lease the…
Photo: Toyota As most automakers bet heavily on EVs, Toyota was widely criticized for its more reserved approach to electrification. Now, with Tesla stock plummeting and EV adoption slowing, chairman and former CEO Akio Toyoda says that “people are waking up to reality” that there isn’t a single answer to carbon emission reduction. Related: Why…
Photo: Honda The popular Honda CR-V compact SUV is back for 2023 with an all-new model. Entering its sixth generation since 1995, it features new styling and larger dimensions. In 2022, the CR-V was the second bestselling SUV and seventh bestselling vehicle overall in the United States. Can the latest improvements push the model even…
The 2023 Chrysler 300C shows out one more time Photo: Stellantis Chrysler, like all other brands under the Stellantis umbrella, is full steam ahead on electrification — and that means saying so long to its marquee vehicles in their current form. And with the 2023 Chrysler 300C, the premium sedan with a nearly 70-year legacy…
Photo:Ingo Joseph Back in February, courts in Germany ruled that individual cities have the right to ban diesel vehicle sales. Germany has been battling excessive pollution rates over the last few years, working to reduce it with lower transit fees and other programs. This ruling was seen as a win for environmentalists hoping to reduce emissions in…
Photo: Buick Among small crossovers, the 2022 Buick Encore stands out with its premium styling, versatile interior, and helpful tech features. For this model year, the Encore is down to a single trim level: Preferred. It’s available with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. SUVs vs. Crossovers: What’s the difference between these two vehicle types?…
Nissan recently unveiled the world’s fastest car. That’s right! Just before the 2013 LeMans race, Nissan showed off their Zero Emissions On-Demand Racing Car; or Nissan ZEOD RC. The prototype is powered by the same lithium-ion battery featured in the Nissan LEAF® no-gas electric car. Nissan Unveils Le Mans Prototype Plans with World’s Fastest Electric…
Sergio Marchionne urges you not to buy a 500e. It’s an odd thing when the CEO of a carmaker hates making a car—and directs his customers to eschew the vehicle at all costs. But that’s exactly what Fiat Chrysler Automobiles CEO, Sergio Marchionne, told us all to do—not to buy the 500e—a couple days ago…
The Norwegians are coming! The Norwegians are coming! Not to sign on the dotted line for Ben Horne’s Ghostwood development project, but to be among the first in Europe to drive the all-new Opel Ampera-e. New Vehicle Research: 2017 GMC Acadia gets new look, lots of tech Sales of Opel’s all-electric hatchback kicked off this…
Trucks are some of the most versatile vehicles on the road today,… For the third year in a row, Nissan is flexing its fundraising… Back in 2016, we reported that Microsoft and the then-named Renault-Nissan Alliance… While Nissan is wowing crowds with the IMs concept in Detroit, they… After Naomi Osaka’s big victory at the…
Recent college grads eager to drive into the future should get behind… The Chevrolet Volt was GM’s first major hybrid vehicle. Despite its impressive… How reliable are General Motors’ electric-vehicle batteries? Extremely reliable, if GM CEO… The Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid was among the passenger cars that GM… The Chevrolet Volt was among the list…
The market is filled with compact sport utility vehicles, and it’s no surprise. Buyers love the combination of performance, utility, space, and efficiency. When it comes to the Encore crossover, you can toss one more quality in that blend: luxury. Buick’s premium Encore is arguably the brand’s most popular entry and comes with a broad…
Photo: GMC The controversial, gas-guzzling Hummer is about to return as a GMC model — but this time, it’s being powered by electricity and a major ad campaign starring pro basketball star LeBron James. After several teasers, GMC debuted its full 30-second ad for the Hummer on Super Bowl Sunday, playing up the model’s immense…
The 2020 Polvoorde Racing/Outside Van Ford Transit will appear at SEMA 2019 Photo: Ford Motor Company When you think of custom vans, you probably imagine shag carpet, disco balls, and sweet dragon graphics. Ford wants to expand that perception a bit, and it’s aiming to do so at the 2019 Specialty Equipment Market Association show….
Heated seats are a great perk to have for chilly winter drives If you live in a region with chilly winters, heated car seats are a welcome perk to make drives more pleasant. But, like any car part, sometimes they need some repair. Follow these steps to diagnose and fix a heated car seat that…
2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV Photo: Chevrolet The Chevy Blazer has built its brand upon exciting performance and sporty styling. The new 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV is no exception — but it’s quite different than its gas-powered counterpart. From fuel efficiency to tech tools, here’s a look at what sets these two models apart from one…
You may sometimes notice that major movie and TV characters happen to drive cars that look just a little too good… Recently, Buick unveiled a massive and comprehensive update to its Chinese sedan… In the 2020 J.D. Power Dependibility Awards, Buick was named the most dependible mass-market brand and the third best brand overall.… If…
Photo: Cadillac For more than 25 years, the Cadillac Escalade has been the go-to vehicle for those wanting a high-class, large SUV that goes all-out with premium amenities. Now in its fifth generation, the 2024 Escalade arrives with no major changes. All-New Escalade IQ: Get the details on the all-electric version of the Escalade The…
Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 Photo: Stellantis After nearly 20 years, the platform that underpinned three of America’s most muscular cars is coming to an end. The last of the Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger have rolled off the line at the Brampton Assembly Plant in Ontario, which will now undergo a two-year…
Photo: Ford Despite the obvious effects of the coronavirus pandemic, Ford found plenty of good things in its second-quarter 2020 sales results. Among those bright spots: the company’s strongest retail share since 2015 and sales increases from big sellers like the Explorer and Ranger. Accolades for the Ford Ranger: Named the best vehicle for the…
Genesis’ award-winning presentation for the Mint concept Photo: Genesis Genesis recently snagged four honors in the 2020 Red Dot Awards — one of the world’s leading design competitions. Each award represents a different facet of the overall buying and driving experience this luxury brand tries to give its customers. Coming Soon: Get an early look…
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