The Chevy Trailblazer is now the #1 SUV in Zimbabwe The Chevy Colorado may still be sitting in second place on the list of America’s best-selling trucks, but the global Trailblazer that’s based on it has shot up to number one on the list of Zimbabwe’s best-selling mid-size SUVs. So, you know, it’s got that…
Got any spare cash lying around? We’re talking $200K+ here… The Audi R8 is renowned for its performance prowess and low-to-the-ground athletic build. Thanks to the first Iron Man film, the German sports car became synonymous with the hero as it got tons of exposure as Tony Stark’s go-to vehicle. Now, 10 years later, the…
Honda Accord Plug-In History The Honda Accord recently entered its ninth generation of production, revealing a more sculpted exterior. For 2014, Honda added the Accord Plug-In to the diverse Accord family. The Plug-In has the same distinct styling features that have made the new generation of Accords a huge success. History The Plug-In was introduced…
It turns out that GM is (once again) considering developing a flying car. Earlier this week, GM CEO Mary Barra briefly alluded to the company’s interest in “aerial mobility.” She views it as an extension of GM’s Ultium electric battery system. GM spokesman Stuart Fowle made a vague (but supportive) comment endorsing the company’s new…
2014 Ford C-MAX Energi Exterior Built on a Ford Focus platform, the 2014 C-Max Energi has a similar look to the popular hatchback with a bit more height, making it a lot more fun to drive than the rival Prius. A smooth transition from the front of the car to the back means there’s…
2014 Infiniti Q50 Hybrid Exterior A modern double-waved hood and sculpted body show that Infiniti isn’t messing around when it comes to making the Q50 Hybrid one of the top entry-level luxury hybrids. The sleek hood follows subtle curves towards a coupe-like rear, enhanced by crescent shaped windows that evoke forward motion even while the…
Last year, General Motors dominated the North American Car and Truck/Utility of the Year awards, decided by 50 journalists from the U.S. and Canada. The all-new Corvette Stingray took the high honors for the Car of the Year while the redesigned Silverado was lauded as the Truck of the Year. GM will, however, have a…
Retro and compact, the 2015 Fiat 500 is as much a fashion statement as it is a car. Choose from options like the budget-friendly Pop, the sporty Turbo, and the vintage-inspired 1957 Edition. In addition to its unique styling, the Fiat 500 also offers incredible fuel economy, making it ideal for young drivers and city…
Many automotive analysts expected Fiat Chrysler Automobiles to announce the end of operations for the Fiat, Chrysler, and Dodge brands in the U.S. during the automaker’s most recent investor meeting. The meeting came and went earlier this month, and while some major announcements were made, the end of Fiat, Chrysler, and Dodge was not among…
There’s so much history behind the automobile that dedicating a single book to its legacy is definitely a challenge. With so many major players, innovations, and influences on the evolution of the car, can a single publication–especially one under 200 words–cover the storied evolution, while still making it accessible to readers young and old? Author and historian…
Photo: Nissan Thai drivers can now choose the stylish, efficient new Nissan Kicks e-POWER. This sporty little crossover is designed with urban drivers and families in mind. Here’s a look at what it has to offer, as well as its potential future availability. Fun, Stylish, and Efficient: Shop for the 2020 Nissan Kicks All about…
In 2013, the best-selling nameplate in the world was the Ford Focus, thanks to its incredible sales success in markets such as China and the United States. Ford is looking to keep that roll going as long as possible, and the unveiling of the all-new 2015 Ford Focus sedan should be a significant moment in…
Photo: Quintin Gellar | Pexels Before you head on your next road trip, it’s important to check that your recreational vehicle is primed and ready. The following are the top 10 items that should be on your checklist. Related: Road trip games to play in your RV Check that you have the right license. Depending…
Photo: RV Talk via Unsplash The RV industry, at least in Indiana, has been deemed essential according to the RV Industry Association even as manufacturing plants are temporarily closing. Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb issued a stay-at-home order that requires all non-essential businesses to send employees home for at least two weeks starting March 25, but…
Toyota has filed patent applications with the United States Patent and Trademark Office for canopy-style doors that open like a race car or fighter jet. Yes, Toyota, the brand whose sportiest offering is the $60,000 Supra, looks to be working on a car with something even more exotic than gullwing doors. And we’re not surprised….
2020 Ford Explorer Limited Photo: Ford The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety announced on Monday that the 2020 Ford Explorer is the latest vehicle to earn its Top Safety Pick+ award. Ford’s newest Explorer earns the IIHS’ top honor for safety by acing the organization’s six crashworthiness tests, adding yet another award to the SUV’s…
Volkswagen CEO Dr. Herbert Diess (left) shakes hands with Ford CEO Jim Hackett Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford and Volkswagen have confirmed the long-rumored expansion of their global alliance to include autonomous and electrified vehicles. Volkswagen will join Ford in investing in Argo AI to the tune of $2.6 billion, giving the AV platform company…
When I was in college, my writing professors put a lot of emphasis on the “voice” of the writer, mostly in making sure that your style of writing could change to get across exactly the meaning you intended. For example, writing in slang and referring to yourself a lot can make your articles more relaxed…
A man crashed his expensive Porsche 918 Spyder into a tree to avoid running a person over Photo: Kristina Champin via YouTube It’s understandable that after spending more than $800,000 on a sports car you want to show it off, but a crowded parking lot usually isn’t the best place to test performance engines. Related: 2015 Porsche…
2015 Cadillac SRX Photo: © General Motors Another month is in the books, and Cadillac’s sales in the United States are once more behind the pace of the prior year. Cadillac moved 14,408 cars and utilities in May, down 1.9% from the 14,688 vehicles sold the year prior. Cadillac’s biggest seller, the SRX, posted its…
(Left to right) PCU with silicon power semiconductors(Production model); PCU with SiC power semiconductors(Future target) Whenever a Toyota Prius crosses your path, chances are your immediate thought is its excellent fuel efficiency—and at 50 mpg combined, it’s a fair first thought. But what if you could drive a Toyota hybrid and get up to 10…
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…
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