Tips for Safely Sharing the Road with Farm Equipment

Photo: Ronald Plett Every spring and fall, farmers take to the road while planting and harvesting the crops we eat every day. But when you’re driving along an open country road and encounter a massive, slow-moving piece of farm equipment, it’s important to understand how to keep yourself and your fellow road users safe. Here’s…

Ford Transit Nugget Plus Gets New Tilt Roof

The Ford Transit Nugget Plus is now available with a handy tilt roof Photo: Ford Going out camping with the family is one of the relatively safe pleasures you can still enjoy in the ongoing, unrelenting nightmare that is our reality. If you live in Europe, you’re probably familiar with the comfy-cozy Ford Transit Nugget…

2016 Ram ProMaster City Named Commercial Green Car of the Year

The 2016 Ram ProMaster City was named the Commercial Green Car of the Year by Green Car Journal When you’re asked to think of an eco-friendly vehicle, it’s likely you picture something like the Toyota Prius—but Ram is about to change that. The 2016 Ram ProMaster City was recently named the 2016 Commercial Green Car…

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Chairiot Solo: The Car for Drivers with Disabilities

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…

2014 Ram ProMaster Recall Due to Broken Brake Hoses

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…

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What We Know So Far About the New Volkswagen Golf

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…

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Vehicular Viewing: New on Streaming for October 2020

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…

2020 Chrysler Pacifica Overview

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…

Protecting & Storing an Accessible Van That Doesn’t Fit in the Garage

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…

Questions to Ask When Buying a Wheelchair Accessible Van

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…

October Mercedes Sales See Highest Volume in 2014

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…

2013 Kia Forte Overview

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…

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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…

Mercedes-Benz USA Sets All-Time Sales Record in 2015

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 Have an Obnoxious Vehicle? Survey Reveals Public's Disgust of Certain Automobiles

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…

U.S. News & World Report Names Chevy Traverse Best 3-Row SUV for Families

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…

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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…

SAIC-GM-Wuling Opens $700 Million Facility in China

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,…