Now that the automotive industry has realized that crossovers have become the next big thing among consumers, companies are scrambling to develop and launch new compact SUVs to fill their lineups. Hyundai Motors has faced this reality as it’s openly struggled with how to overcome its production ceiling and turn its sedan-saturated lineup into one…
Yesterday SAIC-GM-Wuling officially launched the all-new Baojun 310 Wagon, three months after the model made its global debut at Auto Shanghai 2017. The Baojun 310 Wagon combines the affordability of an entry-level passenger car with the practicality and spaciousness of a wagon. The car extends its long wheelbase to 2,750 mm, and can double its…
2014 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid Exterior The 2014 VW Jetta Hybrid delivers the styling that has caused car-buyers to fall in love with Jetta, only with an advanced hybrid powertrain. The 2014 Jetta Hybrid comes with standard 15-inch alloy wheels and a rear spoiler to heighten its already sporty appeal. LED lighting is also available in…
2014 Infiniti Q50 Hybrid The Infiniti Q50 Hybrid has been announced as part of Kelley Blue Book’s Ten Most Fuel-Efficient Luxury Cars for 2014 list. The Q50 Hybrid is a balanced fusion of performance and efficiency, generating 360 horsepower while returning an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 29 mpg city and 36 mpg highway. “With its…
Porsche has announced it will no longer make diesel-powered vehicles, preferring to direct its future investments in hybrid and electric technology. This may not come as a huge surprise to Porsche fans, who had likely noticed the automaker did not have any diesel models in its portfolio since February 2018. Likewise, diesel models only represented…
Lexus first unveiled a version of the UX with the UX Crossover Concept back in late 2016, with an angular, strap-happy design. However, more recently it revealed an actual production model in March of this year as the brand’s very first compact crossover. Now, it has revealed many details of the new model. Lexus Upcoming…
There’s a good reason that fuel economy ratings from the EPA are usually followed by a disclaimer mentioning that your mileage might vary depending on driving conditions. Sometimes a model will get even more miles per gallon than the EPA has predicted. This recently happened with a 2018 Chevrolet Volt, as depicted on the YouTube channel…
Xenon headlights are now standard for the Lexus ES Hybrid, while ventilated seats are offered as an option for those sedans with the NuLuxe leatherette upholstery. The Display Audio package also now offers Siri Eyes Free compatibility for newer iPhones 2014 Lexus ES Hybrid Exterior Some might think that the 2014 ES Hybrid has such…
Mercedes-Benz Nomenclature Changes Announced for 2015 Mercedes-Benz’s 2016 model year lineup will be coming at us next year with a handful of new and different names. Don’t get too excited, though. It’s still going to be the typical luxury vehicle alphanumeric language, but at least it will be considerably more streamlined. “After more than 20…
2013 Ford Fusion Energi The 2013 Ford Fusion Energi is redesigned with more dramatic styling, better fuel economy, and MyFord Touch technology. 2013 Ford Fusion Energi Exterior The 2013 Ford Fusion Energi took styling to another level for the 2nd generation of the model. The elegant poise, curvaceous sheet metal, and wider body give it…
The 2014 Ford Fiesta with Ecoboost engine technology picked up four awards yesterday. Mondays aren’t always bad for everybody; in fact, Monday of this week was actually quite a fulfilling day for the Ford Fiesta with EcoBoost engine technology. The tiny but powerful subcompact picked up four awards at the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA)…
The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport and Outlander crossovers helped the brand post its best sales since 2007 Mitsubishi might not be having the greatest April ever in regards to its reputation, but the Japanese carmaker isn’t letting that get in the way of its April sales numbers. According to a recent report, Mitsubishi Motors North America…
The Mitsubishi Outlander is the most popular vehicle in the Mitsubishi lineup and key to the automaker’s revival post-fuel economy scandal. The Outlander was originally launched in the United States in 2001 and in Europe in 2003. Fifteen years later, Mitsubishi is celebrating an accumulated 1.5 million sales over three generations, making it the brand’s…
2016 Volvo XC70 Whether you choose to call the 2016 Volvo XC70 a midsize wagon or luxury crossover, it doesn’t change the facts that the 2016 XC70 offers some of the best advanced safety features and storage capacity of any vehicle in its segment. Featuring new engine options and safety technology for the 2016 model…
Ken Block’s Hoonifox takes its cues from the iconic Fox Body Mustang Photo: Ford Performance Ken Block is giving some much-deserved love to the iconic Fox Body Mustang with his latest creation. Block teamed with Ash Thorpe, who helped design the Batmobile for the upcoming film starring Robert Pattinson, to create the vision for the…
The Elantra was Hyundai’s biggest-selling vehicle in 2018 Hyundai Motor America closed the book on 2018 with only a slight year-over-year decline in sales. For the year, the automaker sold a total of 677,496 Hyundai and Genesis vehicles. That’s a 1 percent decrease compared to 2017, when it sold 685,555 vehicles. Sales numbers for Hyundai…
The new Cadillac CT6 Plug-In Hybrid comes standard with OnStar 4G LTE with a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot in the People’s Republic of China Photo: © General Motors Cadillac has revealed pricing information for its CT6 Plug-In Hybrid sedan for the Chinese market, and it will cost more than the version sold in the United States,…
Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company is testing out a new delivery service in London that could not only help packages get to you faster, but also reduce harmful effects on the environment and cut down on traffic. The service, which Ford is piloting in collaboration with sustainable urban delivery service Gnewt by Menzies…
Ford recently introduced its F-150 Raptor performance truck to the Chinese marketplace for the first time in company history, and now it is following suit by promising the arrival of the Ranger mid-size pickup truck next year. Ford will discuss its plans to capitalize on what it sees as growth opportunities in China’s emerging pickup…
Toyota has announced its plans for a major engine and drivetrain overhaul that is expected to replace at least 60% of the automaker’s lineup by the end of 2021. By that date, Toyota will introduce 17 versions of nine new engines, 10 versions of four new transmission, and 10 versions of six hybrid systems. These…
Ford’s 2016 Sustainability Report highlights an impressive continent-wide achievement on the part of Ford of Europe. In just five years’ time, Ford has made all of its manufacturing plants in Europe zero-to-landfill, cutting the 6,000 tons of waste sent to landfills in 2011 to a total goose egg. Ford produces 1.2 million vehicles in Europe…
Photo: Ford Motor Company With phase two underway in the restoration and transformation of Michigan Central Station, Ford grows closer to launching its new campus in the Corktown neighborhood of Detroit. To ensure that the automaker is engaged with the community and project stakeholders, Ford recently opened a new information center in Corktown at The…
Will Smith voices Lance Sterling, a super spy who drives an Audi vehicle If you’re a Marvel fan, you’ve seen several Audi vehicles make appearances on the big screen, either being driven by Tony Stark or random S.H.I.E.L.D. agents. But have you seen a digitally animated Audi in a movie yet? Well, you’ll have the…
SUV sales are on the rise, and so are our fuel emissions. SUVs are known for being gas-guzzlers, making it difficult to balance the need for a family-friendly vehicle with green driving. Luckily, more and more automakers are coming out with hybrid SUV options. However, if you’re not ready to drop the extra cash on…
2019 Chrysler Pacifica Photo: FCA Minivans are capable, versatile, comfortable and family-friendly vehicles designed to transport you and your whole crew to and from activities, school, work and the epic family road trip. Since you want your minivan to go the distance, you’ll no doubt want a minivan that delivers substantial gas mileage. According to…
2016 Chevrolet Suburban Photo: © General Motors Every year, millions of trucks and SUVs hit the roads with RVs, horse trailers, boats, car trailers, construction equipment, or anything that can be towed along behind the vehicle. As one of the industry leaders in producing trailer-pulling vehicles, Chevrolet has decided, along with trailering industry organizations like…
Kia has offered consumers a glimpse of the Telluride Concept out on the road The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) was the site of many amazing debuts from car brands around the world. One of the most impressive debuts, though, was that of the Kia Telluride Concept. Designed to showcase Kia’s future design style,…
Buck is introducing two Velite 6 models to China: a plug-in hybrid and an EV Buick is capitalizing on the brand’s popularity in China and responding to demand for high-efficiency vehicles by introducing a pair of new electric models: the Velite 6 plug-in hybrid and the Velite 6 EV. The Velite models are based on…
Watch out, Porsche 911. BMW and Toyota are coming. What’s half German, half Japanese, and is similar in power to a Porsche 911? Nothing. Yet. But once BMW and Toyota’s joint project to design and build a sports car gets underway, Porsche might need to watch its back. The BMW/Toyota sports car collaboration has been…
Cadillac vehicles are known more for their lavish features and powerful performance than for their impressive fuel economy. However, Cadillac’s lineup does have some balanced options for buyers who want their luxury to come in a reasonably efficient package. Continue reading to learn more about the five most fuel-efficient models offered by Cadillac for 2018….
SAIC-General Motors-Wuling has released the all-new Baojun 310 hatchback, a vehicle that boasts a deft combination of efficiency, functionality, spaciousness, and technological savvy. Offered in four different trims, the Baojun 310 has been priced between RMB 36,800 ($5,521) and RMB 49,800 ($7,472). More from GM China: Buick Envision crossover makes transition to US market The…
by Luca Samson, Car Trackers Club Car trackers aren’t a new topic, but they’ve only recently become available to the wider public. And in the last few years, the technology has really taken off. Nowadays, vehicle tracking devices have a lot more features and functions beyond simply tracking your car. There is a lot of…
Lincoln MKZ Hybrid History The Lincoln MKZ Hybrid is one of the most distinctive hybrids in its class. The MKZ Hybrid is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine combined with an electric motor creating 188 hp, and boasts an impressive 45 mpg. Early History The hybrid version of Lincoln’s best-selling MKZ was introduced to the…
2018 Nissan Rogue Hybrid Photo: Nissan Four select market regions — Northwest, West, Mid-Atlantic, and Mountain —are now stocked with 2018 Nissan Rogue Hybrid models, according to Nissan, which just announced pricing for the eco-friendly crossover. With an MSRP starting at $27,020 is the Rogue Hybrid SV (FWD); the Hybrid SL (FWD) starts at $32,380;…
The Lexus NX is the brand’s mid-size crossover, offering drivers the brand’s premium touches in one of the most popular vehicle segments on the market. Low-Risk Used: Here is what Lexus gives you with its Certified Pre-Owned program [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2019 Lexus NX? The 2019 Lexus NX carries over unchanged from…
Audi’s latest luxury sedan is ready to take over the executive class in 2019. The 2019 Audi A8 is giving Mercedes-Benz and BMW a run for their money with an innovative redesign that offers exceptional performance and industry-best driving technology, even though the rumors of the 2019 A8 being equipped with Audi’s Level 3 system…
The 2016 Infiniti QX50 has been updated for this model year, and it’s filled with the very best in luxury engineering. More legroom and newer technology will make your ride more comfortable than ever. The 2016 Infiniti QX50 is only available in one trim level. 2016 Infiniti QX50 Exterior The QX50 is a crossover built…
2016 Cadillac XTS Photo:© General Motors The 2016 Cadillac XTS sedan earned a five-star safety rating from the federal government and it’s also the only luxury sedan with standard Magnetic Ride Control, which is the world’s fastest-reacting suspension. Coming available with a 410 horsepower twin turbo V6 engine and all-wheel drive, the 2016 XTS is…
2016 Cadillac Escalade Photo: © General Motors Few SUVs have withstood the test of time like the Cadillac Escalade, which was introduced in 1999. Offering a 420 hp engine, a stunning exterior, and a trailering rating of up to 8,300 pounds, the 2016 Escalade is almost guaranteed to remain one of Cadillac’s best-selling vehicles. The…
The 2016 Cadillac ATS coupe is an American luxury vehicle with a starting MSRP of $37,995. The Cadillac ATS coupe offers the choice between a turbocharged four-cylinder and a 3.6-liter V6 engine. Furthermore, the ATS coupe also comes standard with 18-inch alloy wheels and a rearview camera. The 2016 Cadillac ATS Coupe is available in four…
2014 Infiniti Q50 Exterior There’s no denying the sporty character that the 2014 Q50 embodies, while the sleek sweep of the hood hints at the entry-level luxury that Infiniti is looking to sell. The smoother curves and subtle character lines add to this luxurious feeling, making the sport sedan welcoming. 2014 Infiniti Q50 Performance The…
The 2017 Mercedes-Benz SLC is a two-door roadster with a retractable hardtop. This model is the replacement for the outgoing Mercedes-Benz SLK which first launched 20 years ago. The new Mercedes-Benz SLC carries a starting MSRP of $47,950. In addition, the SLC features notable exterior design changes, as well as a new engine option. Key…
According to GM, the Chevrolet Camaro is currently the best-selling sports car in Brazil. The automaker has sold more than 6,000 Camaro units since 2010. It’s yet another achievement the brand can add to its belt as it rides out the final stretch of a successful year, while anticipating its electric goals for the new…
Any thriving business prioritizes mainstream marketing trends while heeding the more marginal ones. The same is true of companies in the oil industry, like Chevron. Per Forbes, Chevron is partnering with EVgo to begin offering EV charging stations to drivers in California. About the collaboration Chevron general manager of company-owned and operated motor fuel stations…
General Motors will not be offering the 2017 Trailblazer in the United States Photo: © General Motors Off-road enthusiasts have been asking Chevy to build a new Trailblazer SUV for years and consumers are finally getting their wish, as long as they live in the Middle East. General Motors has finally announced all of the new tech…
Doesn’t it make sense the Chevy Bolt EV would be manufactured at one of the greenest plants in the US? Photo: © General Motors There are a variety of ways that the General Motors Orion Assembly facility tries to reduce its environment footprint, but none of them are quite as effective as the nearby landfill…
If you’ve been searching for a new eco-friendly vehicle, then June might be the perfect month to bring it home. That’s especially true if you’ve been considering the Chevy Bolt EV. From now until July 1, the brand is offering a 16-percent discount and interest-free financing, for both the 2018 and 2019 versions of this…
Chevrolet introduced the United Arab Emirates to the Bolt EV at the 2017 Dubai International Motor Show, and demand for the efficient and stylish vehicle has only mounted ever since. In July, demand finally gave way to supply as the first Bolt EVs made their way to dealerships across the region. The first Chevy Bolt…
Deva Ramanan, Ph.D., and Simon Lucey, Ph.D., will head up the Carnegie Mellon University Argo AI Center for Autonomous Vehicle Research Photo: Ford Motor Company Argo AI, the autonomous vehicle development partner of the Ford Motor Company, announced this week that it is pledging $15 million over the next five years to form the Carnegie…
All-new Scion xB Release Series 10.0 On Wednesday, April 16, the Scion xB Release Series 10.0 will be unveiled at the New York International Auto Show in New York City. Only 1,500 examples of the Release Series 10.0 will hit dealer lots this summer. “The xB Release Series 10.0 gets a fun, technology influence with…
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