If you’ve ever read a fantasy novel like the Lord of the Rings while thinking about cars, trucks, and SUVs, then perhaps you have wondered what kind of character each vehicle would represent. No? Maybe that’s just me. No matter – it’s time to answer this important question, at least in part, and take […]
The Ram 1500 recently saw a bit of an overhaul, with the brand releasing an all-new version of the beloved nameplate in time to hit a local Ram dealership for the 2019 model year. Their decision to revamp the pickup proved to be a smashing success, as the 2019 Ram 1500 ended up winning […]
Comparing similar products from different companies can be tough – everyone has their favorites and you’ve probably known what you like for years. There’s no rational reason that I like Bugs Bunny more than Mickey Mouse, I just do – and I have similar preferences for everything from who makes my computer to what […]
When you’re shopping around at used car dealers, what are you specifically looking for? For starters, many customers are naturally seeking some type of monetary incentive, as pre-owned cars are much more affordable than their newer counterparts. They’re also seeking some kind of reliability and dependability, as no one wants to purchase a used […]
Consider this: if Goldilocks was looking at different GMC Sierra trucks (we’ll assume this is years later, she’s befriended the three bears, and wants a powerful full-size truck to make it easier to visit them in the forest), then the 2019 GMC Sierra 2500HD would be the “just right” option between the 1500 and the […]
Today on AutoInfluence, we explore Chevy’s decision to wipe their slate, at least partially clean… At this point, where we find ourselves edging towards 2019, few people remain unaware of Ford’s announcement, from earlier this year, confirming that they’d be phasing out their line of sedans to refine their focus on crossovers. Now…we […]
When you first start your search for a new truck, you’ll probably find thousands of trucks for sale in your neck of the woods. It can be hard to pare down your list to just the brands and models that will best fit in with your lifestyle. If you’re looking for a truck that can […]
So you’re in the big leagues now. Van-life, save it for the burnt out hippy baby boomers. Van was never an option. A small sized suv: that’s like calling your party barge a speedboat just because it has a motor. No, you need a Full-Size Sport Utility Vehicle. Terms like dad-rock and soccer mom fail […]
Monitoring and properly changing the oil in your car is one of the simplest and most essential forms of car maintenance you can perform. Checking oil levels is easy and can show early warning signs of numerous issues that become very expensive if not fixed promptly. Getting a quick oil change at a dealer […]
The world of searching for and purchasing used vehicles has changed dramatically in the past 20 years. It used to be that buying a used car was a nerve-wracking experience that involved high-pressure sales tactics and a leap of blind faith that the vehicle wouldn’t turn out to be a lemon. Fortunately, those times are […]
Shopping for a new truck, like the 2019 GMC Canyon, is all about looking at your options, analyzing each possible detail and spec for the kind of truck you want, and then finding the one that ticks off all (or at least most) of your boxes. Sometimes that can be easy: the planets just align, […]
For many years, the Toyota 4Runner has been one of the leading names in off-road SUV design and functionality, and that reputation is well-earned. The 4Runner is clearly designed to travel off the road and handle just about any rough conditions a person might reasonably (or even unreasonably) want to drive through. Even though the […]
There a handful of words in the automotive lingo that get a gearhead’s blood running faster than low viscosity engine oil. One of those words is Corvette. For more than 60 years, the Chevrolet Corvette has been an icon of the sports car industry. The 2019 Chevrolet Corvette looks to continue this tradition and uphold […]
The Jeep Wrangler is something special, but in a lot of ways, it makes absolutely no sense. Now calm down Jeep lovers – I’m not disparaging your beloved company nor am I criticizing the Wrangler’s design or function. From a practical standpoint, however, it’s a two-door mini-SUV with a convertible top and fold-down windshield […]
Today on AutoInfluence, we take a look at MotorTrends’s 2019 Car of the Year, the Genesis G70. Unbiased, it’s hard not to give Hyundai the credit that they deserve in terms of refining their image over the past three decades. For those of us old enough to remember the puzzling automotive landscape of […]
Ask someone to name an “American full-size pickup truck,” and there’s a good chance the answer will be either the Chevy Silverado 1500 or the Ford F-150. These are the quintessential American pickups, and even though there are more powerful heavy-duty options available, for most truck owners, these are the ones they want. So let’s […]
If you are looking at pickup trucks, unless you are only interested in heavy-duty models, at some point you will definitely come across the GMC Sierra 1500 and the Toyota Tundra. They are two of the leading pickups on the road when it comes to straightforward trucks that get the job done during the week […]
The desire to increase efficiency out of drivetrains is hardly limited to the design and re-engineering of engine builds, with many transmissions being modified to include additional gearing. And the introduction of the long-awaited Ford/GM 10-Speed Transmission might just be the best depiction of that intent. First announced back in 2013, the partnership between Ford […]
In case you were wondering, the “HD” stands for “Heavy Duty,” not “High Definition.” In a high tech world dominated by high definition televisions, monitors and smartphones, it is an easy connection to make. But in the world of heavy-duty trucks, the 2019 Chevy Silverado HD is the heaviest of heavy hitters. What exactly makes […]
The Chevy Camaro has a special place in my heart – my father had a white 1979 Camaro when I was a kid and riding around in that thing was like nothing else. While some people prefer a Mustang, and the swoop of a Corvette Stingray is undeniably sexy, there’s just something about a Camaro […]
