Even folks who detest soccer but have any kind of relevant social media account probably know more about the 2014 FIFA World Cup than they do fifth grade math. (Does anybody remember how to multiply fractions without an iPhone?) Twitter, specifically, has seen an explosion of World Cup conversation, raking in more than 300 million…
Toyota has deepened its relationship with Panasonic to develop battery technology for electric cars, signaling the automaker’s continued commitment to a clean future of mobility. Toyota’s goal is for green cars to comprise half of its global sales by 2030. The announcement builds upon an existing agreement with Panasonic, the global market leader in automotive…
2/27 Update: Ford has issued the following report to the Wall Street Journal story that puts Volkswagen’s investment in Argo AI at $1.7 billion: “Our talks with Volkswagen continue. Discussions have been productive across a number of areas. We’ll share updates as details become more firm.” Ford Motor Company and Volkswagen AG announced plans for a strategic…
It was speculated that IndyCar’s new 2018 aerokit would benefit Honda, thanks to its superior engine, and so far this is looking to be the case after the opening race of the IndyCar season at St. Petersburg, where four Honda drivers led 105 of the 110 laps, and eight Honda-powered cars finished in the top…
Pierre Gasly was named “Driver of the Day” by the fans Photo: Honda Racing If you’re a new Formula One fan looking to watch your first race, you can skip the 2020 Belgian Grand Prix. Unfortunately, that this can be said of any race held at the legendary Spa-Francorchamps circuit reflects poorly upon the championship…
Photo: Mazda Need a fun way to spend an hour or two this weekend? Check out these fun Mazda papercraft vehicles. From the beloved Miata to the retro 1967 Cosmo, you can retrace the automaker’s history in paper form. The Japanese version of the page offers more models, but you can also access English instructions…
Nissan Canada Inc. head office employees celebrating the Great Place to Work certification Photo: Nissan Even though it’s Nissan Canada Inc.’s first time participating in a Great Places to Work Institute survey, the automaker passed with flying colors. Commute in Style and Comfort: The 2020 Nissan Rogue What it takes to be certified as a…
The Ford Smart Lab concept in Quebec City Photo: Ford Motor Company One of the growing trends in the auto industry is yielding to customers’ need to browse and shop in environments apart from your traditional dealership. As could be expected, Ford Motor Company is among the companies leading the way with its Ford Smart…
“I watch the game for the snacks and the commercials,” Cobie Smulders says about the Super Bowl. But when the San Francisco 49ers faced off against the Kansas City Chiefs, Smulders had transcended simply watching the commercials. Instead, she was featured in a Toyota Super Bowl ad behind the wheel of the all-new 2020 Toyota…
Photo: Nissan The Gloucestershire Constabulary doesn’t just keep the streets clean from crime — these cops are also protecting the public from air pollution. The constabulary recently added 75 Nissan electric vehicles to its fleet. This bold move will cut the force’s yearly carbon emissions by a whopping 190 tons. But that’s not all —…
Just over a month ago, we wondered how much someone would be willing to pay for the first new-generation Toyota Supra. The answer turned out to be quite a bit higher than we anticipated. The first production 2020 Toyota GR Supra, VIN number 20201, was auctioned for charity on Saturday evening for a whopping $2.1…
Photo: Mazda Some creative Japanese college students at the Nihon Automobile College have cooked up a rugged take on the refined Mazda CX-5. Their creation, dubbed the CX-Runner, debuted at the Tokyo Auto Salon on January 10. Affordable and Reliable: Used vehicles priced under $10K Showing off at the Tokyo Auto Salon The Tokyo Auto…
February is not usually a peak time for new car sales; in fact, it tends to be a slow time in automotive sales. Even so, the month of February saw quite the drop in sales. Last February, United States’ new car sales rolled in at around 1.3 million vehicles across all automotive brands. Those numbers…
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) was created by the Highway Safety Act of 1970 as an agency of the United States government’s executive branch and their Department of Transportation. Today, the NHTSA is primarily known for authoring and applying Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and conducting crash testing—vehicles that receive the annual NHTSA…
With more than 100 standard and available safety features, including the “superior”-rated Automatic Emergency Braking and Forward Collision Warning-Plus driver-assist technologies, the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica continues the model’s trend of earning high marks from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The 2019 model is officially an IIHS Top Safety Pick. Check Out: 2018 Chrysler Pacifica…
Photo: FORMULA 1 | YouTube Pre-season testing for the 2020 Formula One season has come to a close, and now fans have nothing left to do but to watch the new Drive to Survive series on Netflix before the regular season kicks off in Melbourne, Australia, on March 15. And speculate, of course. So what…
With more than 100 standard and available safety features, including the “superior”-rated Automatic Emergency Braking and Forward Collision Warning-Plus driver-assist technologies, the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica continues the model’s trend of earning high marks from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The 2019 model is officially an IIHS Top Safety Pick. Check Out: 2018 Chrysler Pacifica…
From the Great Smoky Mountains to the glitz and glam of Nashville, Tennessee is loaded with delightful attractions. Here’s a look at four fun pit stops for your next trip through the Volunteer State. World-Class Luxury: The Lexus LX 570 The Titanic Museum (Pigeon Forge) Photo: Mike Burton An ill-fated giant luxury liner isn’t something…
Photo: Mazda If you’re in the market for a fun, stylish hatchback, the Mazda3 fits the bill. But this sporty little vehicle has more than just good looks — it’s smart, efficient, and offers a delightful, dynamic driving experience. Here are some of its standout features. Have Four-Legged Friends? The best Mazda models for pet…
Photo: Nathan Rupert While the new things are a must in today’s culture, holding onto your car for several years is a real luxury to have. Many people are catching onto this — especially in our nation’s capital. Lengthy car ownership in Washington D.C. is popular. In fact, the automotive research firm, iSeeCars, ranks D.C….
After a weekend break, Formula One was back for the second week of pre-season testing in Barcelona, Spain. Because sustained inclement weather made it difficult for the teams to run their cars as much as they would have wanted last week, they were eager to hit the track—and some, specifically Ferrari’s Sebastian Vettel, apparently never…
Photo: Infiniti For the last two years running, the INFINITI VC-Turbo has earned a spot on the Wards 10 Best Engines and Propulsion Systems list. To achieve this, the VC-Turbo outranked 26 competitors from around the world, including a wealth of new and improved mills. So what’s INFINITI’s secret? Here’s a look at what makes…
The first day of pre-season testing has concluded today, which means every car that will participate in the 2017 Formula 1 championship has finally been revealed. This is of particular importance because of the new regulations for 2017, which have completely transformed the cars’ look compared to the previous three years in a bid to…
Step it up, folks. Actress Michelle Rodriguez, known for her role in the Fast and Furious franchise, has issued an ultimatum: either the franchise steps up its game and improves the way it treats women, or she’s out. The actress took to social media to express her frustrations, explaining on Instagram that the film’s executives…
Step it up, folks. Actress Michelle Rodriguez, known for her role in the Fast and Furious franchise, has issued an ultimatum: either the franchise steps up its game and improves the way it treats women, or she’s out. The actress took to social media to express her frustrations, explaining on Instagram that the film’s executives…
IndyCar has announced that the first four events of the 2020 calendar will be postponed due to the ongoing concerns over COVID-19, including the Grand Prix of St. Petersburg that was originally scheduled to take place this weekend. The other suspended events are the Grand Prix of Alabama (originally to be held on April 5),…
“Mad Max: Fury Road” makes it challenging to tell what real-world cars you’re looking at, but there are some classics behind all that dust. Scott Park is a visual artist who specializes in creating unique illustrations of classic movie and television cars, such as the “88 Miles Per Hour” poster he made last year, which…
IndyCar has announced that the first four events of the 2020 calendar will be postponed due to the ongoing concerns over COVID-19, including the Grand Prix of St. Petersburg that was originally scheduled to take place this weekend. The other suspended events are the Grand Prix of Alabama (originally to be held on April 5),…
Photo: zenjazzygeek Gone are the days when being a mom was synonymous with driving a minivan. With such a variety of safe, technology-savvy vehicles on the market, it’s easy to transport your family and gear while cutting a stylish profile on the road. With Mother’s Day just one week away, we thought it was the perfect…
Jude Law pictured at the global premiere of Johnnie Walker’s “The Gentleman’s Wager II” in Rome Photo: Johnnie Walker Only the classiest people deserve to drive the classiest cars, so the man behind the wheel of a Delahaye 135S must be one spiffy fellow. Considering the driver of this certain blue sporting tourer is the one…
Yesterday, we reported that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) was recalling 4.7 million cars that were fitted with faulty (and potentially life-threatening) airbags. Late last night, that recall expanded to bring the total number of affected vehicles up to a whopping 6.1 million. The Takata airbag recall isn’t something new (automakers have been…
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is an independent, nonprofit organization that was established in 1959 in Arlington, Virginia, by three major insurance agencies. Over fifty-plus years, the IIHS has evolved to become one of the nation’s leading nonprofit scientific and educational organizations in the automotive industry and is increasingly committed to significantly decreasing…
The Volvo XC60 was one of only two midsize SUVs to earn a “Good” rating during IIHS headlight tests It’s no secret that SUVs are currently becoming more popular among motorists. One of the main reasons cited for this exodus is the safety benefits that midsize SUVs provide. However, it is becoming increasingly harder for…
Fernando Alonso (left) and Carlos Sainz Jr (right) Carlos Sainz Jr just can’t seem to stay in place. He was driving for Toro Rosso in 2017, moved to Renault at the end of that season, and will now head to McLaren for 2019 following the retirement announcement of fellow countryman Fernando Alonso. Sainz is currently…
For city-based commuters, the sight of a smug motorcycle overtaking the grumpy driver caught in the grip of congestion is becoming more common. So, is it time you swapped the clutch for the pedal and the steering wheel for the handlebars and jumped on the biker bandwagon? Here we’ve taken a balanced look at both…
The Hoosier State is the perfect state to visit for camping, dune-hopping along Lake Michigan, and seeing the zoo and museums in downtown Indianapolis. But what if you want something a bit out of the ordinary when you visit Indiana? Here are four strange attractions worth checking out on your next Midwestern road trip. Latest…
The 2019 Dodge Charger has earned award-winning attention from the experts at Kelley Blue Book, who have just honored the four-door muscle car with the title of Best Resale Value in the fullsize car segment. Check Out: The upgrades to the 2019 Dodge Charger lineup “The Charger blends its unique style with performance into a…
The 2019 Dodge Charger has earned award-winning attention from the experts at Kelley Blue Book, who have just honored the four-door muscle car with the title of Best Resale Value in the fullsize car segment. Check Out: The upgrades to the 2019 Dodge Charger lineup “The Charger blends its unique style with performance into a…
Things are soon taking a turn for Mazda as they announce some executive personnel changes, which will go into effect on June 26 after ratification by the shareholders at a general meeting and the approval from the board of directors at a subsequent meeting. Sleek and Powerful: Check out the new 2018 Mazda6 Current CEO…
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