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The Absurdity of the Monaco Grand Prix

Monte Carlo, Monaco, with the track partially prepared The Monaco Grand Prix is absurd. Every year, Formula 1 heads to this tiny principality near the south of France to race…

Honda Dominates 2024 KBB Consumer Choice Awards

Photo: Honda Best Overall Brand, Most Trusted Brand, Best Value Brand, Best In-Vehicle Experience Brand, Best In-Vehicle Experience Brand, and Best Overall EV/Hybrid Brand. These are the awards Honda earned…

10 Fun Facts About Hyundai That You Never Knew

In the few decades it’s been in the American automotive market, Korean company Hyundai has established a solid presence. But, most people don’t know very much about this intriguing off-shore brand.…

To the Dadmobile: Why the Buick Roadmaster is Surging in Popularity

Photo: Alden Jewell Picture a summer road trip in the ’90s — the image isn’t complete without a wood-paneled station wagon, like the Buick Roadmaster. It was GM’s valiant attempt…

Behind the Badge: The Origins of the Lexus Name and Logo

You see automotive emblems adorning the grilles and trunks of vehicles every day, but do you ever wonder where they come from? The latest study in our Behind the Badge…

Confused Max Verstappen Crowned Double F1 World Champion

Photo: Honda Max Verstappen won the 2022 Japanese Grand Prix and in the process scored his second consecutive Formula 1 World Championship title, joining legends the like of Jim Clark,…

Uncommon Car Colors: 2024 Models Available in Green

Photo: All vehicle images above are attributed to their respective OEMs Are you looking for a new car, truck, or SUV in a unique color? Green exterior paint is a…

Mazda Patent Reveals a New Inline-6 Engine

Photo: Japan Patent Office Mazda is all about dynamic driving, so it’s no shock that the rising-star automaker is patenting plans for a new engine and transmission. Check Out These…

Why Is a Car's Spare Tire Smaller than a Normal Tire?

Why is the spare tire noticeably smaller than a standard wheel? Photo: robmba via CC You’re driving your car along the highway, and you hear that sickening POP! as that rear…

Toyota Secured 2,667 Patents Last Year, More Than Any Other Automaker

Photo: Toyota An annual report by the Intellectual Property Owners Association shows Toyota secured 2,667 patents in 2023. This put it 7th in the overall rankings, just ahead of Google…

Behind the Badge: The Fascinating History of the Mazda Logo

Have you ever stopped and looked at the Mazda logo? Photo: Justine Ellifrits Unless you’re a graphic designer, you probably didn’t realize a lot of thought goes into auto brands’…

Toyota Remains Top Automaker for Diversity in 2024

Photo: Toyota For the third year running, Toyota was ranked fourth overall in Fair360’s rating of America’s top companies for diversity, and continued to be the only automaker ranked in…

Toyota Highlander Hybrid History

Toyota Highlander Hybrid History The Toyota Highlander Hybrid is a midsize crossover SUV that is built on the Toyota Camry platform. The Highlander Hybrid uses Toyota’s Hybrid Synergy Drive technology…

Toyota Prius c History

Toyota Prius c History When the Toyota Prius c was first introduced in 2011, it was meant to offer a great city car option to consumers looking for a fuel-efficient…

Is the Mazda Lineup Changing for the 2025 Model Year?

The new 2025 Mazda CX-70 Photo: Mazda Thinking about buying a Mazda in the near future? Here’s what the automaker’s lineup has in store for the 2025 model year. Most…

Here’s Why the Toyota AE86 is So Valuable

As soon as you drive a car off the dealership lot, it starts losing value — that is, unless you bought a Toyota AE86 between 1984 and 1987. This unassuming…

2018 Kia Sorento Earns Spot on US News List of 21 Safest SUVs

Combining stats from the National Traffic Safety Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the editors at U.S. News & World Report have determined the 21 Safest SUVs, and…

2026 F1 Regulations: The Big Changes

Photo: Jenda Kubeš via Pexels The biggest Formula 1 regulation change of the decade is on the horizon. New engines, smaller cars, and new competitors are all coming in 2026,…

Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi’s Ghosn Names Alliance King of 2017

We’ve reached the end of January, and automakers are releasing their sales tallies for the whole of last year. Not all of the numbers have been made public yet, but…

The Renault-Nissan Alliance Unveils Its New Look

In case you missed the latest news in car sales this year, there is a new king in the automotive world. Earlier this year, the Renault-Nissan Alliance claimed its spot…

Mercedes-Benz Debuts its Luxury Vehicle Subscription Service in Atlanta

Atlanta drivers can now utilize the Mercedes-Benz Collection subscription service To celebrate the one-year anniversary of the launch of its luxury subscription service, Mercedes-Benz has expanded Mercedes-Benz Collection to Atlanta,…

Best Mazda Commercials From Over The Years

In recent years, Mazda has been making an upscale push. Its Dream Bigger ad captures those lofty goals, with its beautiful cinematography, surreal imagery, and elegant soundtrack. But over the…

Latest Stats Reveal That More Than Half of Drivers Don't Know Basic Dashboard Symbols

According to research from vehicle data firm HPI, many drivers are ignorant about dashboard warning symbols. 59 percent of motorists couldn’t identify some of the most basic dashboard signs, and…

2024 Chevrolet Equinox Overview

When it comes to popular family vehicles, the 2024 Chevy Equinox is one of the top picks on the market. With plenty of safety features, a versatile cabin, and efficient…

Chevrolet Traverse Receives Major Redesign for 2024

Photo: Chevrolet Chevrolet’s popular three-row Traverse SUV is showing off a serious overhaul for the 2024 model year. Highlights include truck-inspired exterior styling, new safety and connectivity technologies, and a…