It’s been just under a year since Toyota announced their intention of making half of their global sales hybrid or electric by 2030. Considering the automaker’s pedigree as a pioneer in hybrid technology, there was little surprise that they would be among the leaders in this strategy. This is especially true since Toyota’s contention […]
Mazda might not be the number one name in Japanese cars here in the US, and in fairness, it’s probably not number two or three either. But that doesn’t mean you should write-off any Mazda lease deals you see any time soon. There are a few good reasons to get excited about what Mazda has cooked […]
We may sound like a broken record since we’ve said it so many times, but there are few nameplates in the entire industry (regardless of segment) that are as respected as the Chevy Silverado. The renowned pickup truck has brought home a number of accolades over the years, and the nameplate’s consistency has proven that […]
Pickup trucks are an incredibly popular type of vehicle in the United States, and the Ford F-150 is the most favored pickup truck in the country. That’s why Ford’s F-Series was the best selling vehicle of 2017, with over 800,000 models sold. Now, with the end of the year approaching, new models are on the […]
You have no doubt heard the line “most dependable, longest lasting truck on the road” on television or radio at some point in the last twenty years. That ubiquitous slogan has been applied to GM trucks for a long time now, particularly those in the Chevy family, and most specifically to the Chevy Silverado. That […]
Within the super-competitive truck segment, none may have bigger expectations to meet than the 2019 Chevy Silverado. Ever the runner-up (to Ford’s iconic F-Series) Chevy approached 2019 with an appreciable mix of gusto and trepidation. Sure, Ford had offered up a notable weight reduction that was met with applause, but it received plenty of criticism […]
The 2018 Ford Edge vs 2018 Nissan Murano are both popular mid-sized SUVs, capable of delivering a variety of options to drivers. Each has desirable qualities. Each has some amenities and features better than the other. However, you can’t drive both at the same time. Which one is a better choice? That all depends on […]
While investing in a new vehicle is an exciting moment in any driver’s life, that doesn’t mean the process is always an easy one. When you consider the researching, financing, and negotiations required to drive off the lot in a car that’s right for you, it can become a pretty time-consuming burden that is only […]
Most SUVs aim to balance comfort with capability, offering cushy interiors along with formidable strength. In recent years they’ve become an even more viable option, thanks to significant advancements in fuel efficiency and technology. If you’re looking for a vehicle that’s reliable on dirt roads and capable of hauling almost twice its own weight, but […]
Midsize sedans might not have the same strength as trucks or the same storage capacity as SUVs, but for people who just need to get where they’re going, a comfortable and reliable sedan is the perfect vehicle. For years the Toyota Camry has been one of the top-selling sedans on the market, and even though […]
If you’re in the market for a new car, you may be surprised to hear just how practical Buicks can be. While some people may argue that they look like cars built for elderly drivers, those people have probably never owned one. It’s easy to have misconceptions when all you have to base an opinion […]
If you’ve been looking for a new car this year, you’ve no doubt been bombarded by options from every brand in the book. From Chevy to Volkswagen, there are so many possible choices it might seem like there’s no way to find yourself a perfect fit. Luckily that isn’t the case, and with a bit […]
For those seeking out a RAM dealership, truck buyers either count themselves among RAM enthusiasts or among those who have recognized RAM’s prevailing value, so often overshadowed by Ford and Chevy’s constant one-upmanship. Counting myself among the former, I recently found myself engaged in a conversation where a number of us were talking about what […]
Today on AutoInfluence, we discuss an unexpected case of automotive cross-marketing. While there’s no shortage of actual automotive headlines in any sampling of current auto news, one of the more stand-out headlines of the past year had less to do with the cars themselves, and more to do with the dealerships that sell them. […]
If you’re one of the eight-and-a-half million licensed drivers in the state of Illinois you represent one of the most focused concentrations of domestic vehicles in the continental United States. Call it a bi-product of the being part of the nation’s heartland, but there’s a surprising concentration of showings from Toyota, Honda and Nissan (among […]
Buying a car can be stressful, but if you are currently dealing with bad credit, the car buying process can seem more than stressful, it can seem downright impossible. Luckily, there are car dealerships that can help drivers with poor credit secure bad credit car loans. If you are in need of a car and […]
Sometimes when faced with a tough decision, the best thing we can do is not look at the positives, but look at the negatives. The term “playing devil’s advocate” is basically about attempting to provoke debate by introducing an opposing opinion to a discussion. This has actually been a proven psychological strategy for aiding in […]
Deciding what vehicle is best for them is one of the bigger decision people must make in life. Vehicles are costly, you will be using it almost every day, and the process to find one often takes a lot of time and effort. This is why it requires high-level decision-making skills in order to come […]
We’re approaching the end of the year, and as the autumn draws near, so do 2019’s new model cars. For every new car being released, there’s a number of aesthetic changes and quality of life improvements for consumers to enjoy. Sometimes changes are more conspicuous, and the new version of a vehicle is easily distinguishable […]
Yesterday, I was driving in the car with my daughter…my incredibly goal-oriented, financially-savvy twelve-year-old as she regaled me with her equivalent of a fifteen-year plan. Bear with me here, and I promise I won’t go into her plans of getting accepted to the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) and having a custom-built ‘tiny home’. […]
