Photo: Hyundai The 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid will feature the automaker’s first solar-panel roof system for battery recharging. The 2020 Sonata Hybrid’s solar technology, which takes up the entire roof of the car, gives the battery six extra hours of charging time a day and could increase the car’s travel distance by about 800 miles…
Photo: Buick Buick recently introduced its newest SUV for the Chinese market: the Buick Envision Plus. No official announcements have been made, but there’s a good chance this model could soon be sold in the U.S. as the Envision GX. All-New for 2021: Meet the stunningly redesigned Buick Envision SUV Classified as a premium midsize…
Side ramp on a accessible vehicle operated by MTA of NY Photo: Metropolitan Transportation Authority of the State of New York via cc A lot of calculations and decisions go into crafting the best accessible van for your needs. If you require special access, you’re probably debating between a lift or a ramp for your…
Back in 2007, Mazda announced a new development vision, which it called “Sustainable Zoom-Zoom.” This vision led Mazda to offer advances in driving pleasure, environmental performance, and safety features. Now, though, Mazda has decided to kick its development vision further down the road, under a new name: “Sustainable Zoom-Zoom 2030.” More Mazda Design: Here’s how…
Q2 financial presentation confirms no Ford Bronco for Europe Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford confirmed that it is eliminating the Ka+ from its lineup in order to focus on adding more profitable crossovers to the lineup. One of the crossovers definitely not coming to Europe is the tentatively titled Baby Bronco, which will not make…
Photo: Ford Motor Company For the first time in its history, Ford Motor Company earned a spot on CDP’s Climate “A List,” making it one of just 35 American companies and the only automaker originating in America honored for 2019. CDP, a global nonprofit organization whose goal is to facilitate the shift to sustainability by…
2020 Nissan Kicks Photo: Nissan If saving money at the pump is one of your driving goals in 2021, consider getting behind the wheel of the Nissan Kicks. The staff at U.S. News & World Report named the popular 2020 Kicks to its list of The 14 Most Fuel-Efficient SUVs in 2021. Available Now: 2020…
The BMW i3 and i8 haven’t been around for long, but already the world has sat up and taken notice of the two cutting-edge electric models from the German automaker. The i3 in particular has garnered plenty of attention since its release, cinching titles like 2015 Yahoo Green Car of the Year, Green Car Journal’s…
The all-new 2018 Honda Fit Sport trim Honda revealed the refreshed 2018 Fit today, which will go on sale next month with new styling, the addition of a Sport trim, and available Honda Sensing safety features. This marks the popular hatchback’s first update since the launch of the 2015 model in 2014. The updated styling and…
2015 Kia Soul EV Vincentric, the automotive industry’s leading source of cost-of-ownership data and analysis, has recently awarded the 2015 Kia Soul EV with the 2015 Vincentric “Best Value in America” award in the Electric/Plug-in Hybrid category. “The Kia brand has always stood for value, and even as we’ve grown and matured, adding ever more…
The 2017 GMC Yukon is a full-size, eight-passenger SUV that is a cut above the competition when it comes to luxury, even before upgrading to the truly extravagant Denali trim. No other vehicle in its class can rival its premium interior features and cutting-edge styling. The downside of being such a big and extravagant SUV…
Don’t be left stranded with a dead battery because of these secret drains Photo: The News Wheel A dead car battery is a real pain in the neck to deal with. By the time its charge has depleted, it’s too late to do anything to fix it. Now you’re stuck in the parking lot, stranded…
The Cadillac Celestiq is rumored to resemble the Escala concept, shown above Cadillac has been pushing towards an all-electric future, and its newly revealed Celestiq flagship sedan is a perfect example of the luxury marque’s vision. From the inspiration behind its design to its opulent, high-tech interior, this new sedan is loaded with luxury. Here’s…
The Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid combines gasoline and electric power to create an eco-friendly ride, while bringing along luxury features and advanced technology inside the cabin. Earning up to 58 mpg, you can save a decent chunk of change with fewer stops at the gas station. The 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid is available in three trims:…
The 2016 Buick Enclave, supposedly the most American-made automobile. The Kogod School of Business at American University in Northwest Washington, DC, has published a new index of the most American-made automobiles in the United States. Unfortunately, the “Made in America Auto Index” has a misleading title because its rankings are heavily skewed in favor of…
The 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer Photo: Chevrolet For the first time in almost 20 years, General Motors will sell vehicles equipped with three-cylinder engines in the United States. The 2020 Buick Encore GX and 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer subcompact SUVs will offer a choice between a standard 1.2-liter three-cylinder and an available 1.3-liter three-cylinder engine, both paired…
Photo: The News Wheel Rain storms can roll through when you least expect them. You’ll enter a store when it’s clear and sunny, but by the time you leave, it’s pouring rain. And you’ve left your windows down. If you left your car’s windows or sunroof open and the interior was soaked, you need to…
Toyota Mirai As if the efforts of Lexus to convince customers that EVs are terrible for road trips and generally not as fun to drive were not evidentiary enough to the conclusion that Toyota really doesn’t like electric cars, perhaps the comments of the chief engineer of its hydrogen fuel-cell vehicle will do the trick….
The 2019 Kia Stinger GT redesigned by DUB will debut tomorrow at the 2018 SEMA Show in Las Vegas Photo: Kia The Kia K900 and Stinger are already attention-getting vehicles. With a restyling by DUB, the two head-turning vehicles are sure to stun when they debut at SEMA tomorrow in Las Vegas. Learn More: Car…
The Subaru Legacy has built up quite a legacy of its own. It is widely considered one of the most reliable sedans in the industry. The 2016 Subaru Legacy maintains that title by keeping sight of what made it so successful, while simultaneously making small but important improvements. The 2016 Subaru Legacy is available in…
The 2018 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2, the high-performance off-road variant of the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado, has snagged the title of FOUR WHEELER’s Pickup Truck of the Year. The 29th annual entry in the publication’s year-end awards pitted the Colorado ZR2 against the Ram 1500 Harvest Edition and Ram 3500 Cummins turbodiesel in a weeklong test that…
ArtCenter students worked in teams to imagine the look of Lincoln Quiet Flight in 2040 Photo: Lincoln Lincoln is well into developing the next evolution of its Quiet Flight DNA. The Zephyr Reflection preview car, which debuted in Shanghai earlier this year, paves the way for the aesthetic of the first-ever Lincoln EV set to…
Photo: Chevrolet The Specialty Equipment Market Association Show, or SEMA Show, is the perfect place for automakers and other tech companies to show off their weirdest and wackiest concepts and designs. Last year, Chevy bought a one-of-a-kind electric Camaro dragster to the SEMA Show in Las Vegas, much to the surprise of just about everyone….
Photo: Volvo As hybrid vehicles, all-electric models, and plug-in hybrids (or hybrid hybrids, as I’ve taken to calling them) continue to grow in popularity, Volvo continues to prove its mettle in these segments. After the well-received announcement of the XC40 Recharge, a record-breaking sales month in October, and the multiple ALG Awards the brand recently…
The 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Photo: Mitsubishi Motors The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV recently landed a spot on Kelley Blue Book’s list of the 10 Best Plug-in Hybrid Cars Under $40,000. Editors at Kelley Blue Book appreciated the SUV’s incredible value, powertrain warranty, and family-friendly amenities. Finding the Right Vehicle for your Family: Mitsubishi crossovers…
The Hyundai Sonata Photo: Hyundai The 2020 Wards 10 Best Engines and Propulsion Systems list has arrived, with Hyundai claiming two of the spots for the second straight year. The Smartstream 1.6-liter turbo GDI engine in the new 2020 Hyundai Sonata made the list in its debut model year, while the Kona Electric powertrain repeated…
Photo: Chevrolet Chevrolet really wants you to think that electric cars are magical and to prove it, the automaker has teamed up with Walt Disney World to tease the upcoming, magical Bolt EUV. You’ve probably heard of the theme park’s official slogan — “The Most Magical Place On Earth” — and if one company can…
Photo: Cadillac As the situation surrounding the coronavirus outbreak continues to develop rapidly, it’s worth taking a break from dwelling on the problems and looking at potential solutions. Just like every industry, both large and small, the automotive market has been hit hard by the pandemic, and customers have been left confused and concerned amid…
The AWD Mustang Mach-E is all like, nah, not today, snow Photo: Ford Ford is all about telling us about trends when it comes to folks reserving their 2021 Mustang Mach-E. Earlier this month, we found out that 90 percent of New Englanders who have paid a $500 reservation fee have expressed a preference for…
Back when GM Cruise stepped into the self-driving car spotlight, it forecasted that it would launch a self-driving fleet of electric taxis in San Francisco by the end of 2019. As we head into the second half of the year, the company announced that it was setting aside its original timeline in the interest of…
Volkswagen is ready to own the desert Photo: Volkswagen Between all of Volkswagen’s announcements about the electric future of the brand and high-profile EV announcements, it can be easy to forget that the automaker has an extensive history in motorsports. In a recent press release, Saad Chehab, Senior Vice President, VW Brand Marketing, confirmed their…
Many enthusiasts are going to have to wait even longer than expected for a brand-new Ram truck As Fiat Chrysler prepares to roll out a new generation of Ram 1500 trucks, the outgoing generation of the vehicle is experiencing some sales difficulties. Even as FCA encouraged dealerships to transfer select 2018 Ram 1500 models into…
The new VW Cross Coupe GTE concept that debuted this morning in Detroit Volkswagen wants to become the biggest automaker in the world, but it’s having some trouble making inroads in America (which is understandable – is has only been here for a mere 60 years). One of the main reasons for the brand’s stateside sales woes is…
A second-generation Ford Escape Hybrid Photo: IFCAR Even when it takes an absolute thrashing, the Ford Escape Hybrid SUV is built to endure. Take, for example, a just-retired 2012 model that piled up more than 400,000 miles as a New York City taxi. The 400,215 miles racked up by this second-generation Escape Hybrid aren’t just…
Photo: Ford With the tagline “Electrifying Everything,” Ford has been named in the TIME100 Most Influential Companies of 2022, the companion list to the world’s most influential people. The annual list tracks the businesses and corporations that are shaping the world based on loose factors like “relevance, impact, innovation, leadership, ambition, and success.” It’s clear…
The 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Photo: FCA Research has suggested that new car sales could be down by more than an astounding 30 percent this year due to the coronavirus pandemic. Nevertheless, drivers are still interested in purchasing vehicles, and, according to a new study, many Americans want a new Jeep. A Luxurious New Trim:…
The Hyundai Ioniq made strong October sales gains in Canada Photo: Hyundai Hyundai Canada broke sales records for the third month in a row, celebrating its most successful October ever. Maintenance Tips: How to make sure your vehicle’s belts and hoses are in good working order For the month, Hyundai sold 12,239 units for a…
The Mazda CX-9 Azami LE is the biggest, most opulent vehicle in the automaker’s lineup. Boasting a luxurious interior, elegant interior design, and a stunning level of detail, the CX-9 Azami LE surpasses the previous range-topping model. Here’s a look at some of its finest features. Get a Little More Luxury: Easy car upgrades Interior…
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross for the 2019 Rebelle Rally Photo: Mitsubishi Motors In the 2019 Rebelle Rally, Mitsubishi partnered with the military veterans’ nonprofit Record the Journey and earned a commendable second place. Now, Mitsubishi has announced that it will be partnering up with Record the Journey again for the 2020 Rebelle Rally and will the…
So, here’s a thing: thanks to the Trump administration’s heavy emphasis on deregulation, it is entirely possible that President Trump may create a varied and nation-wide near-silent electric ninja cars, stalking unwary pedestrians at any turn. Artist’s depiction, before the actual situation was explained to him The thing that I am jabbering about is actually…
Experience the F-150 Lightning in AR today with Strike Anywhere Photo: Ford Clearly, folks across the country are quite smitten with the upcoming 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning. Since its debut in May, more than 160,000 people have reserved an all-electric F-150. And Ford is looking to increase that total even more with F-150 Lightning: Strike…
The 2015 Kia Soul EV, which is “good neither for your pocketbook, nor the environment” It’s not unusual to hear someone badmouth Kia, but it is a bit odd when the person doing the badmouthing happens to be a Kia dealer. Yet that’s what happened when a car customer in British Columbia, Canada, inquired about…
The 2021 Suburban leads Chevy SUVs and cars with 144.7 cubic feet of total cargo space Photo: Chevrolet How much stuff do you need your new vehicle to hold? Basing your purchase on this question could make a big difference for your grocery runs, family vacations, and do-it-yourself projects. If you’re shopping for a Chevrolet…
Hyundai premiered the performance-based model during the 2018 Paris Motor Show media preview The 2018 Paris Motor Show is slated for Oct 4-14 this year, with many automakers bringing a large collection of innovative electric versions of preexisting models as well as a variety of thought-provoking concepts. However, the media preview has already provided a…
After axing the Lancer Evo, Mitsubishi made it clear that its future would be full of SUVs and crossovers, which is not surprising given that the Outlander and Outlander Sport have consistently been the best-selling models in the Japanese automaker’s lineup. Mitsubishi continued to hint at that future at the 2016 Paris Motor Show, where…
No, we still don’t know when the long-awaited and oft-delayed 2017 Acura NSX will finally go on sale. But we’re (presumably) getting closer each day, and today’s release of new photos and technical details regarding the hybrid supercar is another step in the right direction. You can read the full specifications below, but the big…
Don’t expect a Ford Bronco V8 any time soon Photo: Ford Speculation is running rampant about a higher-powered version of the newly revealed Ford Bronco. Whether it’s called the Bronco Raptor or the Bronco Warthog or the Bronco Big Strong, one thing is certain: It won’t get the legendary 5.0-liter V8 or any other V8…
The all-gasoline 2020 Cadillac CT5-V Photo: Cadillac It’s no secret that the automotive industry is hurdling towards an all-electric future, with most major brands announcing plans to electrify existing models. This has left some people to speculate about the short-term fate of traditional gas vehicles, especially from automakers like Cadillac that are going all-in. If…
Photo: GMC The GMC Hummer EV Pickup recently received a new package that’s designed to boost its off-road prowess. Here’s a look at how it enhances the new electric supertruck. Want to Learn More? Read up on the 2022 GMC Hummer EV Pickup What’s in the Enhanced Off-Road Package? As the name suggests, the Enhanced…
On their face, plug-in hybrids like the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid already look fuel-efficient: the plug-in powertrain already allows drivers to go an estimated 33 miles solely on electric power, not burning gasoline at all. However, the Pacifica Hybrid offers some features that can allow drivers to optimize their drive and charging. Happy Birthday: Jeep just…
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