This is what it would look like if Malibu Barbie came from Arkansas: The premise is simple enough: Start at the top of the hill in one of those little kid cars. You finish when both you and (most of) the car cross the finish line. Everything else that happens between the two is more…
Photo: Maserati Maserati has been flying somewhat under the radar recently, but the Italian luxury automaker has big plans for the future. Last year, it had laid out a roadmap for 2018-2022, but a revised blueprint in Fiat Chrysler Automobile’s 2019 second-quarter results has revealed notable changes. Likely the most significant omission from Maserati’s new…
It is that time of year again where fans from all around the world gather together to bask in the thrill of competition and cheer on their favorites as they attempt to soar to all-new heights. No we aren’t talking about the MLB Playoffs or the return of the NFL for a new season. We…
The 2019 Buick Envision sports a new grille design Buick officially unveiled the 2019 Buick Envision for the North American market today, with new exterior design elements topping the list of changes for the midsize crossover. The 2019 Envision features a “flying wing” front grille that matches recent style changes for the brand, along with a…
Photo: Honda The 2021 British Grand Prix held at the Silverstone circuit was preceded by Formula 1’s first-ever sprint race, which was used to determine the starting order for the main Sunday event (the sprint race’s starting order was decided by the usual qualifying sessions). The introduction of sprint race qualifying has been controversial, as…
Everyone’s favorite modern SUV remains as spacious and family-friendly as ever, with a long list of refreshing and innovative upgrades that give it a new attitude in its third generation. For everything you could want in a minivan without actually driving a minivan, the 2019 Honda Pilot is the answer to your prayers. From subtle…
During the Cat in the Hat’s quest for funHe uses these vehicles while on the run Photo:PBS From the Lorax to the Grinch, Theodor Seuss Geisel, better known by his pen name Dr. Seuss, was responsible for creating some of the most wacky and whimsical characters ever introduced to children’s literature. The wackiest and most…
Photo: Jen Ross via CC Daniel Ricciardo has won the 2021 Italian Grand Prix in Monza, leading McLaren to its first victory since 2012. Lando Norris was close behind in second place, making it a 1-2 win for good measure, the team’s first in over a decade. Though the two McLaren boys were helped by…
The 2018 Buick Envision was launched in China last week, adding the brand’s updated design language and updating performance with the addition of a nine-speed automatic transmission. The popular crossover, of which Buick has sold 169,227 examples in China since the start of 2017, is likely to only see its popularity boom with a revised…
Making it onto the annual Wards 10 Best UX list isn’t easy. WardsAuto editors carefully test eligible vehicles to find out if they provide drivers with an intuitive experience behind the wheel. Cutting-edge technology is a must, but even more importantly, it needs to be convenient and easy to use. This year, the all-new 2019…
Flying away like a bird upon the wind One of the most recognizable design aspects of a vehicle is its front grille. Several automotive brands have iconic grilles found throughout their vehicle lineups. BMW has the twin kidney grille, Jeep has those seven vertical lines, and Acura infamously has its signature sharp silver beak. Or…
The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E is taking 12 days to turn on dealer lots Photo: Ford The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E — so hot right now. Ford’s status quo-busting electric SUV is quite popular at the moment with sales continuing to rise in the United States. And as if that’s not enough, it’s already the…
Photo: Honda Honda is maintaining its excellent track record for automotive safety with nine new Top Safety Pick awards, including eight Top Safety Pick+ awards, the most coveted safety rating in the industry, among which were three Acura models. The award winners were the Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Civic Sedan, Insight, Odyssey, CR-V, Acura MDX,…
General Motors stock prices have plummeted to just above IPO levels since CEO Mary Barra’s Capitol Hill testimony. Want to buy some General Motors stock? I mean, who wouldn’t want to buy stock in GM today, am I right? Well, if you want to sink your money into the albatross that General Motors has become,…
The 2021 Ford Bronco Sport adds IIHS Top Safety Pick+ to its list of accolades Photo: Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Just as easily as the Ford Bronco Sport conquers trails and treacherous terrain, it has conquered IIHS crash testing. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has named the all-new Bronco Sport a 2021 IIHS…
Summer fun becomes not so fun when you’re dealing with a scorching interior, lackluster air conditioning system, and funky smelling upholstery. But, you can make driving in the summer a bit more comfortable with these tips from Reader’s Digest writer Chelsea Stone. Learn More: New Silverado 6.2-liter V8 engine wins award from WardsAuto Opening the…
Photo: Gerry Ah, Thanksgiving — that glorious day when we can eat all the carbs, try every kind of dessert possible, and fall asleep in front of the TV with no judgment. Oh, and be thankful for everything we have, of course. Thanksgiving is one of America’s favorite holidays, and dinners range from the basic…
In the early 1900s, Brooklyn was a mecca for immigrants arriving via Ellis Island, and over 100 years later, the community’s history and runs deep and is home to a dynamic community. The area is just as appealing as it ever was – with breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline, affordable housing, and funky neighborhoods….
Ford recently acquired the services of Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson as spokesman for its vehicle services and specialists. The Rock was chosen not for his impressive in-ring achievements—Ford actually went out of its way to ignore the fact that Johnson originally earned his fame as a professional wrestler—but because he is a longtime Ford truck…
From left: Hamilton, Verstappen, and Norris spray Ferrari Trento, the new official toast of F1 Photo: Ferrari Trento The 2021 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix was worth the unusual three-week wait. After the tightest qualifying session of the turbo-hybrid era, the race started in damp conditions that proved tricky even for Formula 1’s most capable wet-weather…
Daniel Ricciardo celebrates his win. Ever since the Malaysian Grand Prix was first held at the Sepang International Circuit in 1999, it had always been scheduled near the very start of the Formula One annual calendar, so it was a bit odd this year to finally arrive there with just six races to go. On…
Some roads are more dangerous than others. That might seem like a given, but when all you drive are well-paved roads with multiple lanes and speed limits to allow for safer passage, it can be difficult to imagine just how deadly certain roads can be. Read on to discover the 10 most dangerous roads in…
The Kia GT4 Stinger will likely join the production version of the Kia GT in 2017 When the Kia GT concept car debuted in 2011, the industry couldn’t wait for it to enter production. Now, it looks like car lovers around the world are going to have to wait a little bit longer. Kia recently…
Photo: Artes Max via CC The FIA has sent out a new technical directive instructing Formula 1 teams to slow down their pit stops. Citing safety concerns, the FIA will require mechanics to take more time during the pit phase starting at the Hungarian Grand Prix later this year. Will this actually improve safety, or…
Photo:Tina Nord If you are a dog owner and a truck driver, it might seem like a no-brainer to let your dog ride in your truck bed when you go out. After all, your dog would probably love to feel the breeze flapping in their ears while their tongue lolls out of their mouth. But…
Mazda North America has reported its July 2018 sales, and at the most general levels, things at first don’t look too great. Total Mazda July sales were 24,125 vehicles, which is a drop of 10.9 percent versus last July. However, this is more than offset by year-to-date sales, which in July reached 188,049 vehicles, which…
Universal Technical Institute’s 2017 Ford Focus RS For the third year in a row, Ford has secured two Hottest at SEMA Awards: the Ford Focus was named Hottest Hatch for a second year in a row, and the Ford F-Series took home Hottest Truck for the seventh time in eight years. Ford’s dual win follows…
Little Things to Help Your Commute Go Smoothly While your car is functional, delivering you from Point A to Point B, it is also a second home. If you have any length of commute to and from work, you probably spend a great deal of time in your car, and it’s the little things in…
Photo: ©Toyota After a long and trying season in 2016 that saw it narrowly lose to Ford in the last round, Ryan Millen and his Rally RAV4 have finally had everything go their way in 2017, winning all of the first five rounds of the American Rally Association (ARA) 2WD championship to take the title…
Ford Mustang Mach-E first EV to pass Michigan State Police evaluation Photo: Ford The Michigan State Police recently released the preliminary results of its annual vehicle tests. And, surprise surprise, Ford is on top again. But the most impressive news coming out of this year’s Michigan State Police vehicle evaluation may very well be the…
We don’t recall the Castle of Cagliostro being in Oregon Photo: Travel Oregon Those who have had the pleasure of visiting Oregon often describe it as being the most beautiful state in the nation. From Crater Lake to the Columbia River Gorge, the Beaver State is home to some of the country’s most breathtaking natural wonders. If…
Photo: IIHS via YouTube Back in October last year, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety announced that it would be introducing a new crash test to its bevy of trials, after noticing that automakers were beefing up protection on the driver’s side to pass its drivers-side small overlap crash test but generally ignoring the passenger…
The 2022 Ford Maverick is small, but Ford could always go smaller Photo: Ford Surprise, surprise, the 2022 Ford Maverick is a runaway hit that’s already flying off dealership lots. With the compact pickup proving to be a big success at 100,000 reservations and growing, is Ford considering offering an even smaller option to slot…
As Military Appreciation Month and Memorial Day weekend both come to a close, GMC has released two new videos that are part of the automotive brand’s #enlistme campaign for injured veterans. The program has been raising money and awareness for Building for America’s Bravest, a group that seeks to build 200 smart homes for disabled…
Have you met Steve? Probably not—we only just became aware of his existence ourselves. Sure, you probably have a friend or four named Steve, but the Steve we’re referring to is actually a Toyota anti-collision dummy who helps the automaker test out its pedestrian-avoidance technologies. You know, because using a real person would be inhumane…
You’ve probably heard all about Ford‘s revolutionary 2015 Ford F-150, and by now you probably want to get your hands on one. Know the easiest–and cheapest–way to do that? Enter Ford Outfitters’ Truckin’ to Vegas giveaway! The grand prize winner of the sweepstakes will win a 2015 Ford F-150 pickup truck and a trip for…
Air travel is one of the many necessities of doing business. Whether you need to meet clients on the other side of the world or visit one of your company’s sister offices, booking a flight in business class is the most popular route. Business class flights usually represent a slight step-up from economy class, but…
The old-skool Toyota Supra It seems like, ever since Toyota discontinued the Supra in 2002, rumors have been flying about its return. Back in January 2014, Toyota debuted a concept called the FT-1 at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) and Supra fans everywhere rejoiced in what could possibly be an upcoming Supra. The…
Photo: Facts guru Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority claimed that it will start testing out smart license plates equipped with technology to automatically notify police and paramedics in the event of a crash. The item would also enable drivers to communicate with others on the road about any accidents they witness on the road or…
Photo: Honda After a long wait, Formula One was finally back to racing in Austria, the first time since the 1966 Monaco Grand Prix that an F1 season has kicked off in Europe. With 217 days since the last race of the 2019 season, it was also the longest period in the sport’s history without…
Unless it’s dirty, cracked or covered in ice, motorists spend little time thinking about the glass on their vehicles, and hardly ever consider that their windshields and windows are actually designed to keep them safe. “Laminated and tempered glass each have different functions, but together, they keep you inside the vehicle in an accident, shield…
Determining the most economical way to get from point A to point B can be quite the head-scratcher. Is it cheaper to fly? Is it smarter to drive? What about delays? What about the wear and tear on the car? Undoubtedly, both options have their pressures, but with the help of a number-genius search engine,…
Photo: Lexus Remember the old flying Crown Victoria in the 1997 version of “Men in Black”? In the latest film, “MIB: International,” it seems the alien-fighting organization has upgraded its fleet to consist of transforming Lexus RC F models. In the new movie, Chris Hemsworth and Tessa Thompson helm the fictional flying machine. The automaker…
A spy shot shows what might be the new mid-engine Corvette C8 Photo: Sixgun Sled Sports car enthusiasts who’ve been eagerly awaiting the new mid-engine Chevrolet Corvette C8 will have to wait a little longer. Rumors have been flying for months that the C8 would debut at the 2019 North American International Auto Show in…
A number of GM recalls and stop-sales materialized over the weekend, to no one’s surprise. I’ll save you the time of having to endure my now trite cynicism of The General, and just go ahead and tell you why your cars might kill you this time around: General Motors recalled 117,000 various vehicles in North…
Photo: Tim Gouw | Pexels Are you buying or renting a recreational vehicle for the summer? You’re not alone. Millions of millennials and Gen Zers are expected to go camping in an RV this summer, and it will be the first RV experience for many of them. If that’s you, make sure to avoid the…
I’ll come back to pick up the kids later. Photo: Steven Depolovia Flickr Picking out the family Christmas tree is a time filled with tradition, wonder, and a lot of elbow grease on your part. While everyone loves to give opinions on the perfect tree, they seldom stick around to strap your prickly new friend…
As the weather heats up, many of us are thinking of one thing only: vacation. Perhaps you plan on hitting the Caribbean for a cruise, or flying to some exotic locale across the globe. But many of us prefer to enjoy what the good ol’ US of A has to offer, and what more perfect…
1937 Cadillac Series 60 Sedan Drivers today are well-schooled in the rules of the road. Whether or not they follow them, well, that’s a different story. Yet, back in the day, when the whole driving craze got rolling, official rules and laws were less spelled out, and instead people were instructed “not only to be…
The Old Crow Mustang GT heads to auction on July 25 Photo: Ford Motor Company Ford and Roush Performance ripped the cover off their one-of-one Old Crow Mustang GT, revealing it to be every bit as cool as you’d expect. The unique Mustang, which borrows its name from a P-51 Mustang flown in combat during…
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