Photo: b/60 Love flying but hate the hassle of dealing with airport parking lots? You’re definitely not alone. And soon, you might get your wish of having a more streamlined parking experience. Experimenting with robot valets Gatwick Airport in London is currently experimenting with a robot valet pilot. Like its name implies, this system relies on…
There has been a widely-accepted notion going around that suggests that hands-free phone calls are safer than holding the phone up to your ear. Well, according to the MythBusters, the only way hands-free devices help is by providing another hand with which to shield your face from flying safety glass in the (much more likely)…
It was still able to claim the top spot among automakers for the 10th year running… If people thought cars in the early 1900s were complicated pieces of… If you’re anything like us, you’re probably disappointed that it’s the year… Toyota is pretty ahead of things when it comes to the future…
Toyota Jan tries to impress robots with puns Photo: Toyota USA via YouTube Our favorite automotive celebrity has been busy! This week, Toyota released five new Toyota Jan commercials. Three of them are advertisements for Toyota Service Centers (which you can watch here) and the other two are for the 2015 Toyota Time Sales Event….
Photo: S. Hermann & F. Richter, Pixabay via CC If you’ve ever ridden on or driven behind a school bus, you might have noticed that these yellow behemoths always stop at railroad tracks, regardless of whether there is an oncoming train. The driver stops, opens the window and the door, and listens before heading along….
A GMC Police vehicle with bull bars Photo:Mesa0789 American trucks have a lot of controversial accessories – we’re looking at you, truck nutz. It turns out that one accessory flying under the radar should be garnering more attention, and possibly getting banned. We’re talking about bull bars, also known as push bars. If you live…
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…
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