The 2015 Toyota Prius v’s redesigned front end Before 2015, the Toyota Prius v was only offered in three trim levels: Two, Three, and Five. Sensing that this was messing with its OCD customers, Toyota introduced a Four model for 2015, which slots unsurprisingly between the Three and Five models, giving customers even more choice…
At the end of last month, Kia announced that it would be unveiling an electric all-wheel drive (e-AWD) concept vehicle on February 12th at the Chicago Auto Show. The brand also gave us this teaser image of the vehicle’s front end: A teaser image of the electric AWD Kia concept that will be unveiled at…
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Mitsubishi is offering a greener alternative to Land Rovers in the UK with the luxurious Outlander PHEV. The Outlander PHEV can go up to 32.5 miles on electric power alone, and emissions are so low that there is no Vehicle Excise Duty tax to operate it. At the top of the trim…
The little Mitsubishi i-MiEV is certainly a rare, mysterious car, but it doesn’t have to be. Not with that cute face. The i-MiEV is the electric version of the Mitsubishi i, which is a kei car in Japan. The i-MiEV that we get in the US, however, is slightly bigger, presumably because they think we’re…
It’s rough liking electric cars in Ohio. The state has a large amount of coal power, it doesn’t offer anything particularly to encourage adoption, it doesn’t follow California’s emissions regulations, and it isn’t exactly the largest market in the country, so it is one of the last states for green cars to be released. Getting Ahead:…
If you haven’t been religiously following Hyundai news recently, you probably hadn’t noticed that the Korean automaker had debuted the fourth generation of the Santa Fe crossover SUV. Instead of unveiling the redesigned model in the United States, the automaker introduced the Santa Fe to the public in its home country of South Korea—specifically at…
Sales are down in China, which is not good news for GM Although the United States is General Motors’ country of origin, China is currently the automaker’s largest market. That’s precisely why recent trends affecting the Chinese automotive market are troubling for GM. Chinese car sales fell by 12 percent in September to 2.06 million…
Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford has seen its fair share of iconic cars over the years, from the game-changing Model T to the Thunderbird to the Mustang to the new GT. One car that doesn’t quite seem to get the credit it’s due is the Ford Capri, which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Meant…
The designers at Mopar reimagined the 2020 Jeep Gladiator as the Top Dog Concept. By utilizing custom accessories and Jeep Performance Parts, they were able to create a vehicle specifically suited for mountain bikers. An Award-Winning Vehicle: 2020 Jeep Gladiator receives Gold Winch award Off-road capabilities The Jeep Gladiator Top Dog Concept replaces the standard…
The future at Ford involves more trucks and also more trucks Photo: Ford In what may come as one of the least surprising developments in the auto biz, Ford Motor Company is planning to push all its chips into the center of the table when it comes to trucks. Future plans at Ford call for…
Steve Doherty cleaned up in the GT class on Sunday The products of Nissan’s GT Academy just keep racking up wins, with 2012 champion Steve Doherty being the most recent to earn a major victory. Doherty absolutely crushed the field at Sunday’s Pirelli World Challenge Finale Weekend sponsored—appropriately enough—by Nissan, starting second off the line…
In between auto shows, BMW is releasing a brand new model to appeal to young families. BMW claims its new 2-Series Gran Tourer is the “world’s first premium compact model to offer up to seven seats.” With a focus on space and versatility, this MPV is intended for suburban moms and dads looking for a smaller people-mover. You can…
Another day, another Mitsubishi concept. Just one month ago, new Mitsubishi design boss Tsunehiro Kunimoto said the automaker would finally start debuting production models instead of concepts, but so far we’ve seen more of the latter and none of the former. Mitsubishi introduced the GT-PHEV concept at the 2016 Paris Motor Show, only a week…
Remember back in May when we introduced you to the second electric car manufacturer to be named after now-legendary Serbian-American inventor, Nikola? At the time, the small aspiring automaker was promising one main vehicle, appropriately called the Nikola One, which the company boldly claimed would use a combination of a 320kWh battery, a range-extending turbine…
2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV Photo: Chevrolet If you’re an older driver, visibility, accessibility, and intuitive tech are likely a few of your priorities when shopping for a new vehicle. You might also want to consider the top 10 vehicles Kiplinger recently ranked as excellent for seniors. The 2020 Chevy Bolt secured a deserving place on…
Lighting plays a huge role in whether or not you enjoy working on your car in the garage Photo: Pixabay While it’s important to have a general plan for how you want to improve your garage lighting, there’s more to it than just diversifying the lighting sources, as we mentioned earlier. Here are some more…
Ford is teasing…something…for the upcoming North American International Auto Show. It’s not entirely clear exactly what vehicle Ford is bringing to the Detroit Auto Show, but whatever it is, it’s a plug-in, and it’s a larger sedan. So, yeah, that pretty much narrows it down to almost certainly being a new Fusion Energi, doesn’t it?…
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 contribution to…
Chevrolet brought a bit of excitement to the Korean peninsula this month when it revealed the award-winning 2016 Camaro SS at the 2016 Busan International Motor Show. The effortlessly powerful 6.2-liter V8 beneath the hood of the Camaro SS is SAE certified at 455 horsepower and 455 lb-ft of torque, and it is sure to…
Photo: Nissan For the fourth year, Nissan has joined forces with the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada to hand out the Environmental Journalism Award. This year, automaker crowned Steven Bochenek and William Clavey as the winner and runner-up, respectively. These two intrepid writers earned the award for their pieces that showcase the importance of electric…
After launching just over four years ago, Maven is shutting down operations. Although General Motors cut back the program in 2019, it was COVID-19 that shut down the long-term rental and ride-sharing service entirely. Prioritizing Your Safety: Chevy Equinox is a Top Safety Pick An overview of Maven’s past GM first launched Maven in 2016…
The Jeep Gladiator Top Dog Concept Photo: FCA The designers at Mopar reimagined the 2020 Jeep Gladiator as the Top Dog Concept. By utilizing custom accessories and Jeep Performance Parts, they were able to create a vehicle specifically suited for mountain bikers. An Award-Winning Vehicle: 2020 Jeep Gladiator receives Gold Winch award Off-road capabilities The…
What’s New for the 2014 Chevy Camaro ZL1 The 2014 Chevy Camaro ZL1 is a special edition version of the 2014 Chevy Camaro, introducing the one of the biggest power punches to the Camaro’s already powerful lineup. 2014 Chevy Camaro ZL1 Exterior There isn’t much difference between the 2014 Camaro ZL1 and its standard sibling….
January is a great time to bring home a new GMC — especially when that GMC is an Acadia. The automaker is currently advertising a 19 percent discount on select 2019 Acadia models. Details about the discount Per GMC’s disclaimer, this discount applies to the oldest 20 percent of select Acadia models in a dealership’s inventory….
Ever shopped for a private jet and thought to yourself: This jet sure is nice, but it just doesn’t seem worth the expense without a matching sports car? If that sounds like you, then you’re in luck. The Porsche Esports Supercup will enter its third season with a couple of significant changes. There are 20…
A classic GMC nameplate could be returning to the brand’s lineup Between 1998 and 2009, GMC produced an SUV known as the Envoy. Roughly a decade after it was discontinued, the GMC Envoy may be making a return. After all, General Motors just filed an application to trademark the Envoy name. Current GMC SUVs: 2018…
2016 Cadillac ATS Sedan The 2016 Cadillac ATS sedan is an American luxury vehicle with a starting MSRP of $33,215. The 2016 ATS earned the highest possible safety rating of five stars from the federal government and it also features an almost perfect 50/50 weight balance. Available in either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, the…
2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is restyled for the 2016 model year and comes with a starting MSRP of $26,000. Boasting improved fuel economy over last year’s model that puts it on par with other hybrid competitors, the 2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is as sophisticated as it is capable, while still maintaining…
2016 Mazda6 Back in 2012, Mazda debuted the flagship sedan for its new generation of vehicles, infused with a SKYACTIV engine and KODO-Soul of Motion design. Now that it’s 2016, Mazda presents, updated, its flagship: the 2016 Mazda6, stuffed with more greatness than ever before. The 2016 Mazda6 comes in three different trim levels: i Sport,…
During his 2015 roast on Comedy Central, Justin Bieber willingly accepted crude insults from the likes of Kevin Hart, Martha Stewart, and Ludacris–just to name a few—but, when it finally came time for Bieber to offer his own retaliatory insults, he asked a rather interesting question: “What do you get when you give a teenager…
Photo: Hyundai The 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid debuted in the U.S. earlier this month, strengthening the model’s well-established eco-friendliness with an impressive new array of cutting-edge technologies and sleek aerodynamic design elements. Hyundai’s Flagship Sedan: Learn more about the all-new 2020 Sonata 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid features Photo: Hyundai Available in Blue and Limited trims,…
If you are looking for a stylish car that is also eco-friendly, look no further than the 2016 Kia Soul EV. As the all-electric version of the Kia Soul, this EV offers the Soul’s funky styling with a zero emission powertrain. Offering a versatile interior, innovative electric motor, and affordable price, the 2016 Soul EV…
The Toyota Prius GT300 by APR Racing You probably don’t think of the Toyota Prius as a race car. That’s because, while the hybrid is known for its incredible efficiency, it’s not particularly lauded for its engine performance—until now. At the Tokyo Auto Salon, Japanese race team APR Racing has revealed its next car to…
Order banks for the 2020 Ford F-150 are expected to close on May 29 Photo: Ford We know that the 14th-generation Ford F-150 is coming, it’s just a matter of when. A report states that the 2021 Ford F-150 will be available to order by mid-July and begin production by early October, suggesting it will…
The 2016 Ford Escape The 2016 Ford Escape is the American automaker’s most popular compact SUV and it’s not hard to see why. With the choice of three quality engines and the availability of all of Ford’s advanced technology, the 2016 Ford Escape is an affordable, powerful, and secure vehicle well suited for the entire family. The…
2016 Buick Encore Photo: © General Motors The 2016 Buick Encore is one of the hottest vehicles in the crossover segment, and it has been Buick’s heaviest hitter going on two years now. After the success of the 2015 model year, Buick opted not to fix too much of what wasn’t broken, instead adding a new…
If you walk past a parked police car, especially if it’s in front of a business, it is oftentimes still running. Regardless of how long a police officer’s task outside of the car might be, it’s not all that uncommon. But why do they do it, if it wastes gas? A reader of the Answer…
Californian drivers can’t get enough of Toyota hybrids, and now it looks like Californian sports fans will be seeing the Japanese automaker in more places than just on the roads. The Northern California Toyota Dealers Association recently announced a new partnership with the San Francisco 49ers, making the Japanese automaker the exclusive automotive partner not…
There’s also a supercharging kit available with the RHD Raptor The 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor has already been shipped overseas to China and the Middle East, but if you live in the United Kingdom, your chances of getting one is slim, as Ford currently doesn’t offer a right-hand drive version of its high-performance pickup. However,…
General Motors’ American lineup is poised to undergo a long list of changes over the next couple of model years. A recent analysis by GM Authority estimates that 31 of the automaker’s 45 vehicles, or about 67%, will either be refreshed or redesigned for 2019 and 2020. Notably, almost all of the newly redesigned models…
Ford Recalls 1.3 Million SUVS, Cars Pictured: 2011 Ford Escape There must be something in the water in Detroit. Following in the very loud and miscalculated footsteps of its biggest American competitor, General Motors, Ford has recalled 1.3 million vehicles, mostly SUVs, for a number of issues. The SUV power steering defects alone have been…
William Shatner acting his heart out in new Volkswagen ad Octogenarian Canadian actor and “singer” William Shatner is the star of a new German Volkswagen commercial, which features the Shat doing what he does best: playing a slightly fictionalized version of himself. The video plays off of Shatner’s association with his most iconic character, veteran…
What the Kia Soul EV Ice Cream Truck will look like when it premieres at SEMA this November While most car companies cook up some high-performance vehicles for the annual SEMA trade show, Kia seems to be less focused on satisfying a need for speed and more intent on fulfilling a need for feed. Not…
Check out this jet-powered school bus. Kids of the 1990s may remember a certain magic school bus, driven by Ms. Frizzle, that could do everything from explore outer space to delve inside the digestion tract of a sick student. Of course, that school bus was nothing but an invention in a kids’ book and a…
Toyota’s North American headquarters in Plano, Texas, achieved LEED Platinum in the fall of 2017 from the U.S. Green Building Council Photo: ©Toyota As one of the best-selling car brands in the world, Toyota has a greater responsibility than most to build green cars in an eco-conscious way. Fortunately, the Japanese automaker has always been…
The MC Customs Jeep Wrangler combines a standout style with the SUV’s characteristic ruggedness Photo: MC Customs The Jeep Wrangler is one of the best vehicles in the industry to add aftermarket parts to—and MC Customs agrees. While many aftermarket tuners add features that enhance the Wrangler’s rugged appearance and off-road prowess, MC Customs decided…
Thanks to the success of recent Billboard No. 1 singles such as “The Hills” and “Can’t Feel My Face,” R&B singer The Weekend has never been more popular. However, the big question asked by many of his fans seems to be how did the 26-year-old musician reward himself, after his album was certified platinum by…
The first six 2017 Clarity Fuel Cell customers (left to right) Jon Spallino, Terry Tamminen, Karen Thorp, Jackie Keller, Jack Cusick, and Jim Salomon at Honda’s Torrance campus on December 19th Honda has begun delivering 2017 Clarity Fuel Cell Sedans to customers at select dealerships in Southern California. Among the first six customers to receive…
2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid Of Subaru’s robust, outdoorsy lineup, the Crosstrek might not necessarily be the most recognizable SUV–especially compared to the hot-selling Forester and Outback–but the compact crossover still stands strong and returns for the 2017 model year. At least, part of it is. The automaker has announced that while the Crosstrek will be priced…
2017 Hyundai IONIQ EV When it hits dealers, the 2017 Hyundai Ioniq will be the first vehicle to not only be offered in hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and fully-electric powertrains, but it will also be the first to offer a new manner of purchasing a car—paying a subscription fee each month. Called “Ioniq Unlimited,” this alternative…
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