Photo: Toyota Toyota, a pioneer of automotive electrification and the world’s leader in hybrid vehicle technology, is not all that excited about battery electric cars. The automaker instead bet on fuel cells and has been slow to transition to BEVs. It’s now coming under fire for advocating against the Biden administration’s plan to invest billions…
The Ford BlueOvalSK Battery Park opens in Kentucky in 2025 Photo: Ford Ford is turning to one of its key hubs for manufacturing as a crucial part of its electrification strategy. Last week, Ford announced a $5.8 billion battery manufacturing park in Glendale, Kentucky, which adds to the Blue Oval’s robust presence in the Bluegrass…
The Ford F-Series is America’s bestselling truck for the 46th straight year Photo: Ford In what could only be described as an astonishing and utterly unforeseen development, the Ford F-Series has locked down the title of America’s bestselling truck for the 46th consecutive year. Ford sold 653,957 F-Series trucks last year, good enough to also…
2021 Ford F-150 Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company hasn’t been the leader of the pickup truck segment for 43 years straight by resting on its laurels. Behind its success is a push to constantly do better, get stronger, and separate trucks like the F-150 from the pack. With the all-new 2021 Ford F-150, which debuted…
Hummer fans will have to wait a bit longer to learn more about its electric makeover Photo: General Motors As 2020 continues, the list of auto industry delays and cancelations continues to grow. Concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic have pushed a number of reveals and production timelines back, and it looks like this trend…
If you’ve ever wanted to set up your own Carpool Karaoke experience… Hot off the success of its SuperVan 4.2, Ford returned to Pikes… Ford is expanding the 2024 F-150 Lightning lineup with the Flash, a new model that will slot in below the Lariat at a $69,995 price point. The F-150 Lightning Flash is…
The 2016 Toyota RAV4 enters the crowded small crossover segment alongside a number of all-new competitors. Despite being in its fourth generation, the RAV4 still offers plenty of standard and optional features to get drivers excited, and the 2016 model year includes some thrilling new features to ensure the crossover doesn’t fall into a design…
The 2021 Lincoln Nautilus gets SYNC 4 and an available 13.2-inch center screen Photo: Lincoln Lincoln on Friday announced updates to its 2021 Nautilus, revealing that the midsize luxury SUV is the first in the lineup to get SYNC 4 infotainment. The Latest from Lincoln: 2021 Lincoln Aviator offers three rows of luxury for growing…
Today it was announced that Chrysler Group LLC will officially be changing its name to FCA US LLC, effective immediately. This name change reflects the global name change of its parent company, which occurred back in October. The new global name is Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. (FCA). Please note, the Chrysler Group name change does…
Rumor has it the next-gen Ford Ranger will get a plug-in hybrid powertrain Photo: Ford We may have only just gotten the Ranger back, but Ford is still hard at work in development on its eventual successor. In an interesting twist, the next-gen Ford Ranger is set to arrive in Australia for the 2022 model…
Leaked image shows off possible Ford Maverick prototype Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company is poised to launch a new compact pickup by 2022, and it appears that the automaker is deep into the development process. A leaked photo reveals what appears to be pre-production examples of the truck — possibly known as the Maverick —…
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A render of the upcoming BlueOval City campus in Tennessee Photo: Ford Ford is well along on its path to progress, solidifying itself as the No. 2 EV brand in the country and laying the groundwork to take that top spot. Part of that journey is investing in U.S.-based battery plants, including the recent announcement…
The Ford F-Series is America’s bestselling truck for the 45th year straight Photo: Ford Even in our let’s say precarious existence, there are just some things that are a foregone conclusion. One such foregone conclusion: the fact that the Ford F-Series is once again America’s bestselling truck for the 45th year in a row. Ford…
♫We’ve only just beguuuuuuun … to wiiiiiiin♫ Photo: Ford The prophecy has been fulfilled. Two of Ford’s hottest new vehicles have taken two of the top prizes in the 2021 North American Car, Truck, and Utility of the Year awards. The 2021 Ford F-150 earns the title of North American Truck of the Year, and…
Idris Elba, objectively a very sexy man, seems to think the Mustang Mach-E name is fine, but whatever, dude Photo: Ford Motor Company With the world being in such great sorts these days, folks have to really dig down to find things to be concerned and angry about. When inequality no longer exists and the…
Is your mechanic overlooking important components in your car for routine maintenance? By now, every car-owner should know how important semiannual engine oil changes and seasonal tire, wiper, battery, and brake checks are. But those aren’t the only maintenance needs your vehicle has — they’re just the most frequent. There are many other services that…
The 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe is heading into its eagerly anticipated fourth… The Chevrolet Trax is the brand’s compact urban-friendly crossover. It combines the… The 2019 Kia Soul is a great family vehicle with its unmistakable boxy… The 2019 XT4 is undoubtedly one of Cadillac’s most exciting model releases… The GMC Terrain just posted its best…
Car and Driver gave the Mustang Mach-E the dub over the Tesla Model Y in a comparison test Photo: Ford Ford and Tesla are just kicking off their battle for the heart and soul of the EV market. The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E is out in the wild, giving stiff competition to Tesla’s Model Y….
The tastefully updated 2022 Lincoln Navigator in action Photo: Lincoln The Lincoln Navigator is getting a modest aesthetic refresh for 2022, but it’s really stepping things up when it comes to technology. Namely, the new 2022 Lincoln Navigator will be the first vehicle in the brand’s lineup to offer Lincoln ActiveGlide hands-free driving when it…
This picture screams Terrence Malick Photo: Ford/YouTube When you’re talking about the most visually appealing films of all time, the name Terrence Malick comes up a fair amount. Recently, Ford secured the services of the legendary filmmaker for a short film starring the 2022 F-150 Lightning and the voice of Don Cheadle. Ford’s New Kid…
So we’re doing this now, huh? All right, then. Photo: Stellantis Dodge Speed Week brought the goods again on Tuesday with the reveal of the 2023 Dodge Hornet. Touted as a gateway muscle vehicle, the new Dodge compact utility is offered with an all-new turbo-four and the brand’s first-ever plug-in hybrid powertrain. Stay on Top…
Photo: Ford It’s April 17, which means the Ford Mustang is officially celebrating 59 years of kicking ass and taking names. Ford’s got plenty to celebrate these days with the seventh-gen ‘stang on the horizon and the all-electric Mustang Mach-E helping make the Blue Oval America’s No. 2 EV brand. But then, it’s had a…
The new Super Duty is the 2024 North American Truck of the Year Photo: Ford What’s better than a threepeat? A fourpeat, naturally. And Ford has secured one with the all-new Super Duty taking home the 2024 North American Truck of the Year Award. The 2024 Ford F-Series Super Duty locks up the fourth straight…
Even though the current Volvo S60 sedan made its debut for the 2010 model year, this car has aged well, which has been proven by its recent Top Safety Pick+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). On top on its safe and stylish design, the 2017 Volvo S60 also comes with a…
There is trouble brewing in California for electric car rebates. In the state friendliest to zero-emissions vehicles, it seems that the funding for electric car rebates have simply run out. Running out of funds isn’t a reason to panic in and of itself, though—this is partly due to the fact that we have reached the…
Who wouldn’t love this Genesis, especially with a nice shade of blue! Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Strategic Vision released a list of the nation’s “Most Loved” vehicles (because even our four-wheeled friends need some lovin’ too). Surprisingly, Hyundai “Most Loved” models appeared on the list more than any other automaker’s vehicles: a grand…
In its continuing effort to remain at the forefront of the law enforcement officer vehicle segment both in terms of sales and innovation, Ford has introduced the first-ever pursuit-rated hybrid police car. The Ford Police Responder Hybrid Sedan is not just part of Ford’s efforts to pull away from competitors in terms of LEO vehicle…
Photo:Avinash Patel Every year, more than 8 million tons of plastic end up in our oceans. Plastic is not biodegradable, which means that it will remain — and continue to accumulate — in the oceans for hundreds or thousands of years. The plastic that doesn’t make it into the ocean ends up in landfills across…
Hyundai and BTS are teaming up to raise climate awareness Photo: Hyundai Hyundai is teaming up with the massively popular musical group BTS for a pair of social media challenges. The goal: getting younger generations involved in the automaker’s “Expecting Generation One” carbon neutrality campaign. Coming Soon: Meet the stunning Hyundai Ioniq 5 EV “Millennials…
Update 2/8/2021: NasKart lost its title of largest indoor go-kart track in the world in June 2019, when the track at Supercharged Entertainment (125,000 square feet) opened in Wrentham, Massachusetts. Interestingly, the track at Montville that used to be NasKart is now also owned by Supercharged. We all love real-life Mario Kart, and go-kart racing is…
The new 2022 Sierra features standard GMC Pro Safety features Photo: GMC For the 2022 model year, GMC has been busy introducing the Pro Safety package as a standard feature across much of its lineup. This package bundles together six — and sometimes more — important driver-assist technologies to help prevent and mitigate crashes and…
The 2018 Mitsubishi Mirage is a subcompact designed to fill the “what… The 2018 Toyota Yaris is an inexpensive three- or five-door subcompact hatchback… Kia has just introduced its subcompact crossover that will go on sale… Memorial Day is often regarded as one of the most dangerous holidays… The 2018 Toyota C-HR is an all-new…
The 2020 Mitsubishi lineup Photo: Mitsubishi Motors Mitsubishi has revealed that it will be launching six new 2021 and 2022 models between now and the end of the 2021 second quarter. Three of these vehicles will be significantly revised, and one will have an exciting ground-up redesign. An Adventure-Ready SUV: The 2020 Outlander Sport The…
Infiniti Q50S at 2014 NAIAS Infiniti’s cars have never particularly wowed me, and the recent change of names (to Q-something or another) did not elevate the brand’s luxury in my mind but just made for one editing nightmare. That said, I really liked Infiniti’s booth at NAIAS. They had a theme similar to Nissan’s (or…
I spend a lot of time researching the latest car news and industry trends, and while I’m always excited to gobble up the latest specs for the Challenger SRT Hellcat (by the way, have you heard that thing roar?), sometimes it’s nice to spend time on the lighter side of things, like naked Tesla drivers doing…
2017 Honda Civic headlights Halogen bulbs are highly popular lighting choices in the automotive sector, and there is a range of these types of bulbs available, including H11 bulbs. The best H11 bulb for car headlights is widely available for a reasonable price. In addition to halogen bulbs, LED bulbs serve as another option for…
Photo: © General Motors In the land of plug-in hybrids, the Chevy Volt is king, combining a 53-mile electric range, 420-mile total range, and a price tag of $26,495 after the federal tax credit (that’s an MSRP of $33,170 without it). The 2016 Volt, although limited in market release and model year duration, is one…
Look away, luxury car fans. Hundreds of brand-new, Maserati vehicles have gone… In Europe, the leader of the electric-car revolution has long definitively been… As the years go on, more and more automakers are introducing electric… It has become quite commonplace to witness automakers cut compact economy cars… Trouble’s brewing yet again in the European…
Doug Menkhaus’ “PWR O LUV” 1982 DeLorean DMC-12 parked outside of Dayton, Ohio’s Proto BuildBar As a recent BBC article pointed out, long before anyone in California had ever uttered the term “Silicon Valley,” the nucleus of technological breakthroughs in America was situated in the comparatively quaint city of Dayton, Ohio. In the early part…
A teaser of the 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Photo: Mitsubishi Motors Mitsubishi is redesigning the Eclipse Cross for the 2022 model year. While Mitsubishi won’t launch the crossover until next year, the automaker recently gave a glimpse of the 2022 Eclipse Cross. Your Next Family Hauler: Benefits of driving a Mitsubishi crossover The current Mitsubishi…
The Mitsubishi Eclipse was first introduced in the U.S. back in 1990… Mitsubishi has just unveiled the new 2022 Eclipse Cross. This sporty SUV… Mitsubishi is redesigning the Eclipse Cross for the 2022 model year. While… Mitsubishi is partnering with Dealer-FX ONE and Aeris Mobility Services to improve… Mitsubishi Motors North America and the Nashville…
“Why am I getting dizzy?” Photo: Ford For any number of reasons, getting folks to transition from engine-powered vehicles to EVs will be a process. There are going to be pain points along the way. One of those isn’t — certainly shouldn’t be — a fondness for the smell of gas. But Ford, cheeky buggers…
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 Photo: Hyundai Hyundai and Genesis excelled at the 2021 IDEA International Design Excellence Awards, ending the competition with one Gold Award and a pair of finalist finishes. Free Charging for 2 Years: One of the many perks that come with Hyundai Ioniq 5 EV ownership The Gold Award is the top…
As you may know, Kia has a history of giving back to its local community as well as nationally to various organizations. The “Accelerate the Good” campaign started years ago and is still running strong, with Kia’s latest charitable endeavor arriving in the form of a $1.8 million donation. Kia’s Going Green: Check out the…
The all-new Kid Trax Kia Sing-a-Long Soul Car The latest eco-friendly, zero emissions vehicle from Kia is this new electric Kid Trax Kia Soul Sing-Along DJ Ride-On Car, which can comfortably seat five…-year-old passengers. Two of them, to be exact. The new sub-sub-compact is powered by a rechargeable 12V battery, which drivers can juice up…
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