The BMW 7 Series When BMW launched its DriveNow ride-share program in June 2012, it opted for the proving grounds of San Francisco, given the Bay Area’s proclivity for HEV/EV vehicles. The program makes use of a fleet of 70 electric BMW vehicles (ActiveE) and allows members to reserve cars for short travels, including one-way…
The all-new 2014 Cadillac XTS The 2014 Cadillac XTS Sedan amps up success with the new optional 410-horsepower turbocharged V6. Compared to the underwhelming 304-hp V6 engine of last year, the 2014 Cadillac XTS should have no problem powering past the 2013 model. In addition to the extra horsepower, the 2013 Cadillac XTS also offers…
The Ford Frenzy bracket will crown the Blue Oval’s best Photo: Ford Ah yes, March. The month where financially exploited young adults play their hearts out in the name of glory, adulation, and making sure some dude in Omaha wins a half vacation day for having the best bracket in the office pool. Ford is…
Mazda has announced that it is going to be joining the majority of carmakers in adopting both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay for its infotainment systems—up until now, each new Mazda has been equipped with the brand’s MAZDA CONNECT system. Also Coming Soon: Mazda diesel and electric models Unfortunately, Mazda did not give a timeline…
2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Photo: FCA Green Car Journal recently named the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Green SUV of the Year, thanks in part to its robust powertrain, electric range, and rugged capability. Learn More: Fun facts you might not know about Jeep “The Wrangler 4xe delivers an exciting and environmentally positive way for…
This month, FIA Formula E wrapped up its fourth season of racing in New York City, and Audi took home the big team prize thanks to the performance of drivers Lucas di Grassi and Daniel Abt. The duo, racing for Audi’s team Audi Sport ABT Schaeffler, managed to win a third of the races this…
The Volkswagen Golf family is a fun group of cars to drive, and the awards received by the line are a testament to their quality. For drivers who are concerned about the environment (as we all should be), the electric VW e-Golf is the perfect choice to get you where you’re going without a drop…
2003 Mustang Mach 1 Photo: Ford Motor Company When Ford first announced the vehicle now known as the Mustang Mach-E nearly two years ago, it was calling its electric performance SUV the Mach 1. And, ho boy, if you think folks are mad about the fact that it’s called the Mustang Mach-E, just imagine how…
As the world prepares for a new James Bond, I propose something radical: let the superspy drive a Corvette instead of an Aston Martin. James Bond might have met his match. And his name? Chaplin. Simon Chaplin. Earlier this week, Simon Chaplin was attempting to get away from police in Carmarthenshire in Wales when he…
The 2017 Cadillac CT6 PHEV has a top speed of 78 mph when using only electric power Photo: © General Motors If you like the looks of the Cadillac CT6, but have been waiting for the more eco-friendly plug-in hybrid version to be released, then you’re in luck because GM Canada recently announced this sedan…
As a thoughtful, haunting product of speculative fiction, Black Mirror contemplates our increasingly troublesome connection to technology. Even though episodes focus on the social and personal dilemmas of characters, their situations often involve vehicle transportation, which allows Black Mirror to indirectly remark on our humanity’s relationship with automobiles and the direction in which automotive technology is…
Whether you call it a hatchback or wagon, the Panamera Sport Turismo is one futuristic looking ride If you’re the type of person who enjoys fantasizing about luxury wagons, then your options are unfortunately limited to a small number of models, including the Volvo V90 and Mercedes-AMG E63 S. However, Porsche is doing something to…
China’s all-new Ford Escape Photo: Ford Motor Company The Ford China 2.0 transformation blueprint will focus on bringing the “Best of Ford” and “Best of China” together under five distinct plans: the 330 Product Plan, Smart Technology Plan, China Innovation Plan, China Partner Plan, and China Talent Plan. Key to Ford’s growth in the world’s…
The Ford Transit Custom PHEV gets geofencing technology this fall Photo: Ford Air pollution is a big problem in major metropolitan areas, and Ford is looking to curb it with a new technology. The Ford Transit Custom Plug-In Hybrid offers a new geofencing feature that automatically switches to fully electric operation when it enters cities…
The 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV Photo: Chevrolet Chevrolet recently unveiled new information about the upcoming 2022 Bolt EUV at the General Motors EV Day press event. The electric crossover will be a spacious and versatile new option for city driving. Staying Safe This Spring: How to drive in the rain Attributes of the Bolt EUV…
Prepare to pour one out for the dear and soon-to-be-departed Ford C-MAX. The compact MPV will cease to be in the United States by mid-2018, when production will come to a close on the C-MAX Hybrid; production on the Ford C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid has already wrapped up, ending in September of this year. America’s…
The 2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV is luxury SUV with a starting MSRP of $72,790. The Cadillac Escalade ESV features the same powerful V8 engine and luxurious interior as the regular Escalade, but the ESV model is approximately 20 inches longer than the standard version. The 2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV is available in four trim levels: Standard,…
Photo: Audi “Where we’re going, we don’t need roads,” Doc Brown famously said, as he launched Marty McFly and a levitating DeLorean into the far-flung futuristic year of 2015. It turns out that Audi also has a concept vehicle that’s envisioned for a road-less future — but the new Audi AI:TRAIL quattro runs on electricity,…
Sky purchased 151 Ford Transit Custom PHEVs for its fleet Photo: Ford Sky, Europe’s entertainment and media powerhouse, is aiming to be net zero carbon by 2030. To help with that goal, Sky is turning to another titan: Ford Motor Company. With a fleet of 151 Ford Transit Custom PHEVs at its disposal, Sky aims…
Remember when Mazda released that single teasing image of a new sports car concept vehicle, to be revealed at the upcoming Tokyo Motor Show, and we (and pretty much everyone else, it seems) immediately said, “Yeah, that looks like it’s going to be a new RX model”? This one Well, according to Motoring.com.au, that is…
Hypermiling can help reduce your car’s fuel usage so you can save on gas and curb emissions Photo: The News Wheel If you’re not familiar with hypermiling, it’s the practice of driving a vehicle while using the least amount of fuel. Per HowStuffWorks contributor Cherise Threewitt, drivers who observe this habit usually do so for…
The all-new Mustang Mach-E launches at the 2020 Beijing Auto Show Photo: Ford After a long wait, Ford is bringing its all-electric Mustang Mach-E to China for its big debut. The all-new 2021 Mustang Mach-E makes its regional debut at the 2020 Beijing Auto Show, which takes place on Sept. 26. Coming Next Year: Ford…
The 2017 Acura NSX made quite an impact at this year’s Chicago Auto Show Acura made a big impression this year at the 2016 Chicago Auto Show. Besides showing off its new Precision Concept, it also brought along a 2017 Acura NSX that was white with black accents. The long anticipated NSX supercar recently starred…
There’s nothing worse than bright headlights at night… or having to dim yours for passers-by! Photo:Gavin Clarke via CC Either you’re one or the other. Do you prefer driving with your bright lights on and hate reducing them every time you pass a car (and, honestly, neglect to do so)? Or, do you hate those…
When we talk about the top-selling global car brands, usually we are writing about Toyota, General Motors, and Volkswagen. However, the first half of 2017 saw a new leader emerge as king of vehicle sales: the Renault-Nissan Alliance. The group, which includes Nissan, Renault, and Mitsubishi, sold 5,268,079 vehicles in the period of January-June of 2017….
Stop me if you’ve heard this one before: The all-new 2021 Ford F-150 and all-electric Mustang Mach-E scooped up a pair of major awards. Ford’s award-winning dynamic duo did it again, picking up two top honors from the Hispanic Motor Press Association. More on the Newest Mustang: All-electric Mach-E covers up to 300 miles on…
Photo: Pixabay The concept of veganism can go beyond a diet free from animal products. For some drivers, veganism is an entire lifestyle. And since your vehicle is an important part of your daily life, it’s understandable that vegan lifestylers would want a car that suits their ethics. Here’s a guide to buying (or modifying)…
Can you believe that it’s been 53 years since the first Camaros hit the road? Here’s a look back at this American icon’s five-decade legacy. See How You Can Save: Check out these GM discounts Birth of an icon Back in 1966, when the Camaro debuted, Chevy’s longtime rival company, Ford, had recently launched the…
Photo: Buick China’s Buick GL8 multi-purpose vehicle lineup recently welcomed a pair of redesigned models: the GL8 ES and the GL8 Legacy. The Easiest Way to Find a New Vehicle: Check out GM’s Shop Click Drive buy-from-home service The all-new GL8 ES and GL8 Legacy join the G8 Avenir, which came out in April. Both…
Photo: Ford Motor Company With the announcement that Agility Robotics is selling two Digit robots to Ford, we are now that much closer to our inevitable destruction. Ford is the first customer to purchase Digit, Agility Robotics’ humanoid robot, with the intention of using it for commercial purposes. Ford plans to leverage Digit in its…
2020 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Photo: FCA The Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid recently added another win to its already long list of 135 accolades with a first-place finish in the 2020 AAA Car Guide SUV/Minivan category. The hybrid minivan landed a top-three placement in the Top 10 overall vehicle ratings from the pub’s experts, too, reinforcing the…
Ford Michigan Assembly employee Duane Moore badges a Ford Ranger Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford on Tuesday announced plans to invest over $1.45 billion across its Wayne and Dearborn manufacturing facilities in southeast Michigan, resulting in the creation of 3,000 new jobs. A total of 2,700 jobs are being added at the Wayne plant over…
Photo: Ford The Ford Dagenham Engine Plant will play a vital role in the production of diesel engines for the next-generation Ford Transit Custom family. The automaker announced Tuesday that the United Kingdom engine plant will supply the diesel engines for the vans, which will be built by Ford Otosan in Kocaeli, Turkey. Ford is…
News: Haggard old white man makes selfish decision, passes it off as “for your own good” As if the world needed another reason to dislike General Motors (notorious for killing no fewer than 29 people with faulty vehicles), the Detroit automaker came out on Tuesday in support of HB 5606. The bill, which was then…
The F-150 and Mustang Mach-E win two more major awards Photo: Ford Stop me if you’ve heard this one before: The all-new 2021 Ford F-150 and all-electric Mustang Mach-E scooped up a pair of major awards. Ford’s award-winning dynamic duo did it again, picking up two top honors from the Hispanic Motor Press Association. More…
2021 Chrysler Pacifica Photo: FCA It’s a five-peat for the Chrysler Pacifica as it earns Best Minivan to Buy 2021 honors from The Car Connection. This fifth consecutive win for the well-equipped minivan adds to its tally of more than 140 titles and awards. Available Now: 2020 Chrysler Pacifica “No other vehicle does utility like…
Transit lineup delivered strong sale for Ford Europe in 2020 Photo: Ford For the sixth consecutive year, Ford Motor Company is the No. 1 commercial vehicle brand across the 20 traditional European markets. With CV sales of 329,826 units for 2020, Ford of Europe took a commanding 14.6 percent share of the market — up…
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…
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…
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…
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…
2019 Ford Focus ST Photo: Ford Motor Company At this point, if you’re an American Focus ST enthusiast still processing and compartmentalizing the fact that the next-gen version isn’t coming to the United States, finding out how much better that new Ford Focus ST is resonates as something like a sad slap in the face. But not,…
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…
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 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 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 $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 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…
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…
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….
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