Photo: Spencer Davis via Unsplash The World Motor Sport Council has ratified another extension to the Formula 1 shutdown period, extending it by four weeks. F1 teams are normally forbidden to work on designs, research, development, and production related to the sport during the summer break. This is typically a two- or three-week period in…
Photo: General Motors J.D. Power just named the Cadillac XT4 the best Compact Premium SUV in its annual Initial Quality Study. It earned this honor based on the number of driver-reported issues in the first 90 days of ownership. The score is based on the number of reported issues per 100 vehicles. And based on…
Photo: The News Wheel Normally, you don’t put anything but gasoline into your car’s fuel tank. However, there are some specially designed additives that can help maintain your car, give it a performance boost, or cut back on its emissions. Here’s a look at some of the most popular types of additives. Keep Your Car…
Image: Lexus Lexus recently debuted the LF-Z Electrified concept car, a battery-electric vehicle that showcases the automaker’s plans for its future models. Here’s a look at what the LF-Z has to offer. Enjoy an Electrified Ride: Browse Lexus hybrid vehicles What’s been revealed Image: Lexus As part of the Lexus Electrified plan, the LF-Z Electrified…
2020 Ford Transit Cargo Van Photo: Ford An accessible van for your wheelchair greatly increases your independent mobility, but paying for a converted vehicle at full price costs a ton of money. Upfitted vans and SUVs aren’t cheap with all the modifications and equipment installation they require. There are ways you can save money when…
Photo: Mazda We all know that 2020 wasn’t the best year for the auto industry — or much of anything else, really. Despite that, Mazda North American Operations managed to achieve a year-over-year sales increase, and better December sales figures compared to 2019. Here’s what else the automaker achieved. There’s a Reason for Strong Sales:…
2020 Chevrolet Silverado High Country Photo: Chevrolet With so many ways to customize your truck, the Silverado has earned its spot among America’s favorite pickup trucks. Here’s a look at the many trim levels and options available for the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado. The Silverado offers all-wheel drive on all trim levels. The Custom Trail Boss…
Photo: Mazda It’s official — the beloved Mazda3 is about to get even better. Earlier this year, we reported that the Mazda 3 was rumored to be getting a turbo engine, based on a new vehicle code that read “MAZDA3 HB PP TURBO.” Now, that’s been confirmed, and the 2021 Mazda3 2.5 Turbo is slated…
Photo: Mazda Mazda created the Mazda Heroes Program to honor people who’ve gone above and beyond to serve their communities during these uncertain times. Jason Erdreich, a 26-year-old middle school shop teacher, certainly fits the bill. Here’s how this innovative educator made a difference for thousands of people. Designed with Drivers in Mind: Learn all…
Photo: Infiniti Although Infiniti’s new QX55 crossover is headed to Canada, it won’t be there in time for the holidays. But don’t despair — thanks to Infiniti Canada’s latest Carigami model, you can fold one just in time to give to your favorite car lover. Give Your Car Some TLC After All of That Holiday…
Infiniti QX30 Concept The compact crossover segment is becoming quite competitive these days. More and more customers are looking for the perfect compromise between a car and an SUV, and the compact crossover seems to be the answer. Just look at the success of the Mazda CX-5, Subaru XV Crosstrek, and Honda CR-V, and you’ll…
Sebastian Vettel managed to get the edge over the Mercedes duo this time around Photo: Morio Welcome back to my F1 Recap series, where you get to read my totally expert and definitely unbiased opinions about the most recent Grand Prix. So let me just start by saying: what a weekend, and what a race!…
An Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system will come standard on almost all new models by 2022 Last year in September, we got news that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) had gotten some pretty major auto manufacturers to agree to make automatic braking systems standard on…
The autumn season brings cooler temperatures and changing leaves–as well as frightening ghosts and ghouls! This is the perfect time of year to pop in an old VHS of a classic scary movie and have a scream. Speaking of scary movies, did you know that some of the famous Universal Pictures monsters from the silver…
Photo: INFINITI Let’s not kid ourselves — the INFINITI QX80 typically looks more at home in an upscale suburban neighborhood, than trekking across the desert in a grueling off-road race. But that hasn’t stopped the automaker from entering its flagship crossover into the 2020 Rebelle Rally. Here’s a closer look at INFINITI’s latest foray into…
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