Drivers with disabilities can hit the road with a new set of electric wheels: The Solo. Photo: Chairiot Mobility Inc The car industry has never really offered help to those in wheelchairs when providing mobility options. Sure, you can take out the driver’s seat in a large van and get a motorized platform to hoist you…
2019 Nissan Note Photo: Nissan The Nissan Note closed out 2018 with a best-selling record for car sales in Japan. With its advanced, eco-friendly, and fuel-efficient e-POWER electrified powertrain, the Nissan Note is adding up to be a favorite among drivers. Learn More: Vmotion 2.0 and Xmotion Concepts show Nissan’s vision of the future In…
The new Top Gear hosts are already taking after those who left Image: Twitter/Chris Evans (not that one) Top Gear just wouldn’t be Top Gear without some controversy—and it looks like the newest hosts will have plenty of scandals to fill the shoes of Jeremy Clarkson. Former Friends star Matt LeBlanc was recently rebuked by…
Following GM’s recent recall disaster, it’s nice to know that some car companies can do recalls right (now and then). Chrysler Group recently announced a 2014 Ram ProMaster recall that will likely involve around 6,800 of the vans. The 2014 Ram ProMaster recall comes after a routine post-production test on the ProMaster. During testing, one…
The Volkswagen Golf is a company classic, having been around since the 1970s. The nameplate has been used by Volkswagen for over 45 years, assuming different body styles and adapting to suit the needs and trends of the time periods it went through. Now it’s set to undergo its next makeover with the introduction of…
October may be the spookiest month, but you’ll find far more than fear in this roundup of new car-related movies and TV shows coming to the major streaming services. (If you’re in the mood for some gearhead-friendly scares, be sure to check out our list of the Top Five Car Horror Movies for Halloween.) Does…
Photo: Chrysler If your family needs a vehicle with tons of space, comfort, and utility, look no further than the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica. What’s new This family favorite is back for 2020, with tons of available features ranging from rear-seat entertainment systems to an in-vehicle vacuum cleaner. Plus, new for this model year, the base…
It’s important that you protect your accessible van from the elements, but many accessible vans won’t fit in garages — especially if there isn’t room to extend the ramp or lift. You’ll have to park the van in the driveway, so it’s important you take extra measures when storing an accessible van outside to protect…
Purchasing a van or SUV that’s upfitting with accessible — or that you plan to have upfitted — is much different than buying any other factory-standard vehicle. It’s important for you to understand what you’re purchasing before obtaining your new ride. Here are some questions we recommend asking your salesperson before buying a wheelchair accessible…
2015 Mercedes-Benz C400 4MATIC Mercedes-Benz has been on a roll throughout 2014, but it appears that the best could be yet to come. October Mercedes sales were the highest that the automaker has seen to date this year with a total of 28,593 vehicles before even taking into account sales of 2,140 SPRINTER vans and…
2014 E350 4MATIC Coupe July was a good month for all brands under the Mercedes-Benz umbrella: the Mercedes-Benz brand itself pulled down its best July sales mark ever with 27,192 units; the Sprinter line increased sales by 15.6 percent with 2,214 units; and smart had its best month in brand history with 1,351 units. All…
The 2013 Kia Forte is quieter than ever with additional acoustic insulation. There are also new available features offered, including LED running lights and power-folding mirrors. More from Kia: 2015 Kia Sedona Will Change Your Mind about Minivans 2013 Kia Forte Exterior While the majority of carmakers seem to focus on making their sedans more…
Ford Edge Ford Motor Company of Canada achieved its eighth straight year as the most popular automotive brand in Canada and its best full-year sales performance since 1989 after seeing one more strong sales month in December. Ford closed a year full of record sales performances with 19,759 vehicles delivered in December, up 0.7% from…
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…
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE accounted for 20,663 of the 380,461 vehciles sold by MBUSA in 2015 Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) recently announced the company experienced its strongest sales year ever in the United States with 380,461 sold in 2015. Want To Find Out More About the Best-Selling Mercedes-Benz? Check out the C-Class A record-breaking December, with sales…
Do you find vehicles like these appealing…or obnoxious? Photo: J J Personal preference is entirely subjective. What does and doesn’t appeal to you is your own choice; despite what peer pressure may say, no one else can decide what you like. And yet, despite how relative preference is, we often find trends among people throughout society that…
With the exciting new Blazer and upcoming 2020 Silverado HD, the Chevy Traverse hasn’t gotten as much recognition as it deserves. The model’s latest head-nod from U.S. News & World Report, however, helps soften the blow. The 2019 Traverse just nabbed the Best 3-Row SUV title from the publication’s Best Cars for Families awards. About…
Just in time for World EV Day on Sept. 8, Nissan celebrated the 500,000th LEAF rolling off its assembly line. This milestone model came out of the production plant in Sunderland, England. Since the plant built its first LEAF back in 2013, it’s crafted more than 175,000 of these affordable EVs. The landmark LEAF found…
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…
General Motors’ joint venture with SAIC in China, SAIC-GM-Wuling, just opened its first manufacturing site outside of the People’s Republic, choosing Indonesia as the location for its new plant. The $700 million manufacturing site takes up 60,000 square meters of Cikarang, Indonesia, and has the annual capacity of 120,000 vehicles. The facility started operation yesterday,…
The Mitsubishi Plug-In Commercial Vehicle (aka an Outlander PHEV minus a couple of seats) will debut at CENEX 2014 Who says that sports cars, minivans, and sedans get all the glamour? Why must small cars be the only vehicles that bear a hybrid badge? Where is it written that a whole article cannot be composed…
The next generation Nissan Frontier is finally coming, and while we don’t know what it looks like or what features it has, Nissan announced this month that it will definitely be built at its Canton, Mississippi, facility. This confirms that the Canton plant will be the home of Nissan’s truck manufacturing in North America for…
When it comes to electric vehicle chargers, the conversation tends to be like a family Thanksgiving political discussion – rehashing the same points over and over without any real change. Every time, the talking point is “there’s not enough infrastructure, there’s not enough infrastructure!” Well all right, then, just what is enough infrastructure? Enough Range:…
Ram may soon say “¡Adiós!” to Mexico It’s no secret that one of President Donald Trump’s many goals on a rapidly-growing list is to bring automotive production back to the United States. His efforts have resulted in mixed outcomes, with companies like Ford cancelling plans for a new Mexican plant, while companies like BMW push forward…
The fleet of Mercedes-Benz vans helped May sales for the brand slightly recover In recent months, Mercedes-Benz has been able to achieve some rather impressive sales figures, even outmatching rival luxury automaker BMW. However, last month that series of sales increases came to a sudden stop when Mercedes sales decreased by 8.7%. That downward spiral…
Pictured: 2018 GMC Savana Passenger Van The holidays have arrived and you’re filling your calendar with Christmas parties and Thanksgiving pot luck meals. With the onset of winter and a surge in holiday-time traffic, the roads are not as safe as they were during the summer. If you drive a handicap-accessible van, there are certain…
First responders — including firefighters, police officers, and emergency medical professionals — can receive additional discounts on new GM vehicles Photo: GM America’s first responders put their lives on the line every day, handling emergencies as they occur. Risking their personal safety, these courageous people deserve more That’s why General Motors has introduced a new…
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 —…
During the fourth quarter, the Chevy Express Van saw an 47 percent increase in sales of 2018 Q4. With a slow start this year, Chevrolet is putting the spotlight back on its vans lineup with a $3500 May rebate. Both Express Cargo and Passenger vans exhibit slashed prices all month long for 2018 and 2019…
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 stayed in the top spot among Canada’s automotive brands in February, delivering a total of 18,505 vehicles during the month. Ford’s sales were down 2.5% year-over-year from a total of 18,985 vehicles delivered in February 2017. “Ford SUVs continue to meet surging customer demand,” said Mark Buzzell, president and CEO, Ford Motor Company of…
Ford of Canada saw its sales decline 5.8% in August with a total of 27,299 vehicles delivered versus 28,987 vehicles sold in August 2016. Though August saw declines both in terms of car and truck/SUV/van sales, Ford did get significant gains out of a number of key models. “SUVs have been growing in popularity as…
Check out the fancy new Ford Galaxy Vignale Photo: Ford Motor Company The idea that a minivan (or people mover or MPV or soccer parent ride or whatever you want to call it) can’t be stylish is, frankly, bunko. Fancy vans do exist, and if you’re a Ford fan in Europe you’ll soon have a…
Ford Motor Company is donating a Ford Transit Mobile Food Pantry to the New York Common Pantry as part of Robin Hood’s “Night for NYC.” This donation will allow the New York Common Pantry to better deliver food to low income senior citizens as is outlined in Nourish, the Commodity Supplemental Food Program funded by…
Handicap-accessible vans offer customized transportation solutions to anyone who needs special accommodations entering, steering, or driving a vehicle. Although you already know that owning a customized vehicle would be ideal for you, you might be hesitant to follow through because of your limited budget. Your transportation options don’t have to be limited by your financial…
General Motors has announced that its Chevrolet and GMC Business Elite program grew by 16 percent in its first year by adding 74 new dealers to its network. Since launching in March 2013, the Business Elite program has aimed to provide GM’s business customers with the best-possible sales and service experience for the duration of…
Welcome to In the Rearview, where I bring you the top car news of the week in delectable bite-sized form. First, Nissan built two electric vehicle fast-chargers on I-96 in Michigan, proudly proclaiming to all that this was a sign that, unlike the other automakers, it is completely dedicated to building a convenient charging infrastructure–perhaps…
General Motors announced on Wednesday that it has reached a long-term agreement with Navistar to develop and produce medium-duty, conventional cab Class 4/5 commercial vehicles for Chevrolet. Get excited. Need a Quick Quote? Try Black Book’s credit score estimator The move will allow Navistar to grow its portfolio exponentially, and it allows General Motors to increase…
The BMW Championship We’re not sure what BMW has in common with golf other than that both are somewhat expensive to get into—nonetheless, BMW, the Western Golf Association (WGA), and PGA Tour have announced the automaker’s commitment as the title sponsor of the BMW Championship has been extended by five years through 2019. In addition…
Photo: Jayco Australia Recreational vehicle manufacturer Jayco has announced the launch of its 2019 Silverline Caravan, which will feature Amazon Alexa technology to make it the world’s first voice-activated caravan. Alexa is part of a new suite of technologies Jayco calls RVConnect, which not only includes the Amazon assistant but also smartphone-controlled Bluetooth awning, a…
After an explosive start to the year, the Honda award train has finally slowed a tad, but still shows no sign of coming to a stop. The latest recognition for the brand comes from Car & Driver magazine, which bestowed eight Honda models with its 2018 “Editors’ Choice” awards. Mid-Size Sedans: 2018 Honda Accord Compact…
A minivan with a big-name voice behind it Photo: Fiat Chrysler Automobiles While minivans were once the go-to family vehicle, contemporary families are somewhat self-conscious about being labeled a “van family.” Chrysler is prepared to challenge those preconceptions with a new ad campaign. Said campaign stars Jamie Foxx as the voice of a talking Chrysler…
GM will be placing a lot of focus on the Chinese market this year China currently possesses the largest automotive market in the world. Furthermore, China happens to be the most lucrative market for several of the brands in the General Motors family, including Cadillac and Buick. To capitalize on this current sales momentum, GM…
The 2019 Chevrolet Spark Chevrolet Korea followed up its October sales gains with a decline of 20 percent for November. Overall, the brand sold 8,280 vehicles for the month, compared with 10,349 in November 2017. Despite Chevy Korea’s decrease in sales, a few models made gains for the month. The Chevy Labo line of trucks…
2020 Chevrolet Malibu Photo: Chevrolet SUVs, trucks, and minivans usually get all the attention from drivers looking for roomy accommodations in their vehicles. But some sedans, like the Chevy Malibu and Chevy Impala, offer ample space, too. The two well-equipped models just made U.S. News & World Report’s List of the 15 Roomiest Sedans in…
Get ready to dive back into the wild world of vehicles named after animals In a previously published article, we discussed vehicles that derive their names from various species of animals. Iconic models like the Ford Mustang and Volkswagen Beetle often embody the characteristics of the creatures they are named after. However, there are so many vehicles…
The long-forgotten GMC Chevette Photo: Diego HC via CC When you think about GMC, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Beefy trucks like the Sierra 1500? Capable but family-focused SUVs like the Acadia and the Terrain? Commercial vans like the Savana? That makes sense; the brand has spent more than a century establishing…
Ford’s BraunAbility MXV, a wheelchair-accessible SUV Photo: Ford Independent transportation for those in wheelchairs is possible today thanks to companies who turn production models into accessible vehicles with customized entry, steering, and pedal solutions. Working with a conversion specialist will help you get the upgrades you need. Before deciding upon those specifics, the conversation needs…
Photo: Chrysler The award-winning, innovative, and industry standard-setting Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid has earned yet another accolade. This time, the nod comes from the experts at Autotrader, who named the family-friendly and well-equipped minivan to its list of the 12 Best Electric Vehicles. The Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is the first and only electrified minivan to secure…
The day is finally here. Tonight, preview showings of Disney’s live-action Beauty and the Beast will come to cinemas around the US to the delight of fans young and old. However, we still have a couple hours to go until the film starts, and many fans have to wait until this weekend to see it. No matter how…
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