Is That an Audi in Miyazaki's 'Spirited Away?'
The front of the Ogino family car, an Audi Photo: Studio Ghibli/Toho One of the qualities of what makes Hayao Miyazaki’s animated features so successful–apart from their imagination–is their attention…
Who Owns Which Car Brands?
Photo: 2023 Toyota Crown Branding, especially in the United States, is everything. Most people aren’t familiar with the specs, features, and price of any given car by simply looking at…
2016 Nissan GT-R Overview
The Nissan GT-R is what you get when you look at a car and say, “I’d like that to go really fast, please.” So it seems, people have been saying…
F1 2024 Mid-Season Report
With the Belgian Grand Prix weekend behind us, the 2024 Formula 1 season has begun its summer break. It will be four weeks before the drivers return to the track,…
Videocassette Vehicles: Remember VHS Tape Rewinder Cars?
Photo: The News Wheel As the debate rages regarding the future of physical media, my mind has been reflecting on the types of audio-visual media that I grew up with…
2019 Buick Regal TourX Overview
2018 marked the inaugural year for the Buick Regal TourX, Buick’s station wagon variant of its Regal sedan. While most station wagons don’t sell all that well in the U.S.,…
[PHOTOS] 2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Unveiled Today, Kicks Butt
Tim Kuniskis, President and CEO, Dodge and SRT Brands, with the new 2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat We’ve been perpetually drooling in awe since May, when the Challenger SRT Hellcat…
2019 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Overview
The Corvette is a classic nameplate in the performance car segment. With four different models to choose from — the Stingray, Grand Sport, Z06, and ZR1 — every driver can pick…
2017 Lincoln Navigator Overview
When the Lincoln Navigator was introduced back in 1998, it marked the first time that the luxury automaker had ever offered a vehicle in either the SUV or truck segment.…
2019 BMW M5 Overview
Quick is never quick enough, which is why the all-powerful BMW M5 has been tweaked to offer faster and louder thrills. This high-performance executive sedan is setting even higher standards…
2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Overview
Photo: GMC With its muscular capabilities, sophisticated design, and advanced technologies, the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 checks all the boxes — and more — for a well-rounded modern truck. For…
Driving Archives
When you’ve seen hundreds of drivers block the left lane on the highway before, what’s another?… The upcoming remaster of the beloved Mass Effect trilogy might be able to correct…
2022 Kia Carnival Overview
2022 Kia Carnival Photo: Kia The “Carnival” nameplate has existed for over 20 years in the Kia lineup — just not in the U.S. Here, we knew the vehicle as…
Monster Energy is the New Sponsor of NASCAR
Could Monster Energy help bring a younger audience to the NASCAR Cup Series? Photo: © Royal Broil There isn’t much of an offseason for the NASCAR Cup Series. It was…
2017 Lincoln MKX Overview
The 2017 Lincoln MKX is a five-passenger luxury SUV that distinguishes itself from other premium competitors by simply offering more. The Black Label trim makes the purchasing process and ownership…
2016 Kia Sorento Overview
The all-new 2016 Kia Sorento (right) sits next to the outgoing 2015 model (left) For the 2016 model year, Kia’s Sorento will feature a body that’s stronger and a wheelbase…
2019 Buick Regal Sportback Overview
Even just a few years ago, the future of the Buick Regal line seemed rather uncertain. In response to this uncertainty, Buick made the bold choice to split the Regal…
2023 Cadillac Escalade Overview
Photo: Cadillac As the biggest vehicle in the Cadillac lineup, the Escalade has been the pinnacle of large SUV luxury for more than 20 years. The 2023 Cadillac Escalade arrives…
Star Wars Themed Fiat 500e Mesmerizes the Audience at the LA Auto Show
Custom Painted Fiat 500e “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” Stormtrooper Science fiction fans had to love the new Fiat 500e that was recently showcased at the 2015 LA Auto Show;…
EV Archives
Even if HondaLink is a good system, it will never be as good as the smartphone tech developed by Apple or Google… A next-generation lithium-ion battery capable of 620 miles…
Dodge Durango SRT Named Best Performance Family Car for 2019
2019 Dodge Durango SRT Photo: FCA After evaluating the driving performance, practicality, infotainment systems, and technology features of a range of vehicles, the automotive experts at Digital Trends have determined…
2017 GMC Terrain Overview
The 2017 GMC Terrain is a small SUV that carries a starting MSRP of $24,070. The highlights of the new GMC Terrain include a rugged exterior design, spacious interior, and…
Lexus Canada Redesigned Santa’s Sleigh
Photo: Lexus Have you ever looked at Santa’s sleigh and thought “Man, that could really use a spindle grille”? If you have, you’re apparently operating on the same galaxy-brain wavelength…
Tommy Wiseau Announces “The Car,” Long-Awaited Sequel to Cult Classic “The Room”
Director Tommy Wiseau addresses fans during a screening of his film, The Room Update 10/12: April Fool’s Day has come and gone. Tommy Wiseau and Greg Sestero are not making The Car,…
Marvel and Chevrolet Team for “Captain America” Ads
Marvel and Chevrolet seems like a match made in heaven: both brands have been on fire, both have scored major points with critics and audiences alike with their most recent…
2017 Lincoln Continental Overview
After being discontinued in 2002, the Lincoln Continental has returned to the luxury sedan segment for the first time in 15 years. Based on the CD4 platform that’s also used…
2024 INFINITI QX60 Overview
Photo: INFINITI The 2024 INFINITI QX60 proves that you don’t have to sacrifice style and luxury for family-friendly utility. This upscale three-row SUV delivers the latest tech features, stylish good…
Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance Wins 2018 Global Auto Sales So Far
It’s hard to believe that 2018 is over half over. Final sales figures are in for the first six months of the year, and it looks like the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance…
2016 Toyota Sienna Overview
The Toyota Sienna is the ultimate family vehicle—just ask Busta Rhymes and Mark Wahlberg. With the Sienna, Toyota wants to get rid of the negativity associated with the word “minivan”…
2016 Nissan Rogue Overview
The 2016 Nissan Rogue has been one of Nissan’s greatest successes – since its redesign back in the 2014 model year, it has been placed on “Best SUV,” “Best Family Car,”…
Motherly Love: Toyota Jan Is Pregnant in Real Life and Commercials
Toyota’s Jan in all her pregnant glory What’s a car company to do when the star of its commercials announces she is pregnant? Well, that all depends on the car…
The 2022 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing: What to Expect
Here’s what drivers can expect from the new Blackwing Photo: Cadillac When it comes to the fusion of power and class, it’s hard to beat the legendary Cadillac Blackwing. This…
2019 Chevrolet Colorado Overview
The Chevrolet Colorado is a mid-size truck, for those who want Chevy’s truck prowess, but don’t need the expense or size of the Silverado. Due to its popularity, it comes…
World Car Awards Archives
Competition is fierce at the World Car Awards. However, the Mazda3 trounced… Audi is on a winning streak — for the 10th time at… This year marks the second time…
World Cup of Cars Archives
The day has come. Americans across the nation will ditch work an… We’re well into the third day of the Round of 16, and… In the second match of the…
The Grand Tour Kicks Off Season 3 in Detroit
Having just about finished the first three books, last night I sat down to watch The Expanse series on Amazon Prime with my fiancée, only to see in the video…
concept Archives
With 2020 just beginning, the year’s first major auto shows are kicking… Honda will present a new Augmented Driving Concept at 2020 CES, which… As the all-electric and self-driving vehicle…
2015 Volkswagen Golf Wins Motor Trend Car of the Year Award
The 2015 Volkswagen Golf family, left to right: the Golf TSI, GTI, and TDI Awards-season has been kind to the Golf. First, Yahoo Autos gave their Car of the Year…
Honda Rejoins Formula 1 in 2026 with Aston Martin Racing
Photo: Lukas Raich via CC It’s official: Honda will return to Formula 1 in 2026 as the exclusive engine manufacturer for the Aston Martin Racing team. Honda had left the…
World Cup of Cars: Netherlands vs. Mexico
In the second match of the day, and the fourth match in the Round of 16, the Netherlands will take on Mexico at Estadio Castelao in Fortaleza, Brazil. The Netherlands…
Expensive cars Archives
Good luck following your dad’s advice to always buy low-mileage, good-condition used… The automotive market is packed with options, but every car basically serves… Celebrities are known for doing weird…
10 Safest New Cars For 2016
The IIHS is a nonprofit scientific organization with the goal of saving lives. Photo: Michael Noirot The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has completed its summer tests and has…
2013 Chevrolet Sonic Overview
What’s New for the 2013 Chevrolet Sonic 2013 brings some exciting additions to the Chevrolet Sonic. Bluetooth phone connectivity and blind-spot mirrors are now standard, and the option for Chevrolet’s…
2016 Mazda CX-5 Overview
2016 Mazda CX-5 From the company that brings you vehicles dedicated to enhancing the fun of driving comes its very own sporty SUV: the 2016 Mazda CX-5. As the SUV…
EVs Archives
Electric vehicle sales are slowing down, and companies are taking a big step back… It’s a little odd for a company like Toyota, who has been so ahead of the…
Audi Introduces Thrilling 2nd-Generation RS 3
Photo: Audi While you’re probably used to seeing Audi SUVs like the Q5 and Q7 during your trips to the grocery store, you soon may see a bright green Audi…
BMW's “Opportunity Knocks” Ad: Women Are Pretty Much Just Money, Really
BMW has begun airing a new advertisement, entitled “Opportunity Knocks,” during NBC’s coverage of the 2014 Sochi Olympics. The ad stars model Brooklyn Decker and encourages potential BMW 3 Series…
car news Archives
Hello, and welcome to In the Rearview, where I bring you the… Hello, and welcome to In the Rearview, where I bring you the… Hello, and welcome to In the…
2019 Ford Mustang Overview
The iconic Ford Mustang is here once again, bringing back everyone’s favorite sports car in 2019. After recently hitting the milestone of 10 million Mustangs built, Ford continues to create…
Goofy Road Trip Movies: “A Goofy Movie” Review
Photo: Walt Disney Pictures You can’t do a series on cinema’s goofiest road trip movies without including the king of goof himself, Goofy, who stars in A Goofy Movie. That…
