When the first Toyota Prius silently rolled into the American consciousness in 2000, it was hard to imagine a day when hybrid and all-electric vehicles would come for the pickup segment. A lot can change over the course of a few decades, but even in the new, increasingly EV-friendly market, Tesla’s Cybertruck still caught many […]
Are you looking to push your Honda a little further and explore beyond city limits? Then, when you visit your local Honda dealer, ask about the TrailSport trim. The Japanese automobile manufacturer first announced the TrailSport in 2021, stating it would be an appearance package on trucks. Quickly, it became a trim for the Ridgeline, […]
While the “Worst Cars Ever Made” series has allowed us to take a look back at some of the most infamous and amusingly bad models in automotive history, some tales are a little heavier than others. The Yugo certainly had its problems, but ill-advised American import aside, it largely lived up to its goal of […]
Electric vehicles have taken the automotive industry by storm. Though the increase in gas prices and concerns about creating sustainable vehicles have driven the technology forward in recent years, the concept of electric vehicles has been around as long as cars themselves. Attempts were being made to create an electric carriage as early as the […]
When you think of the Chevy Tahoe, you probably think of a family SUV. You picture it filled with kids, backpacks, and parents managing hectic mornings. It is a popular vehicle for that very lifestyle, after all. But, in keeping with their tradition of listening to customer demands, Chevrolet has added some unexpected trims to […]
General Motors is a big company with several brands under its belt. Each of these brands caters to a specific demographic and has a distinct style and feel. Chevrolet’s vehicles are mostly affordable and focus on reliability first and foremost; Cadillac, on the other hand, has a lineup of swanky vehicles that come with all […]
The automotive industry has its own language, relying on an extensive dictionary of abbreviations like ICE, EVs, EUVs, and PHEVs, to the pure chaos of model names that combine letters with numbers and can easily make a potential buyer’s head spin. With the rising popularity of electric vehicles, that chaos has reached new heights. Automakers […]
In 2020, Volkswagen made headlines with its ID.4, a battery-electric compact SUV with sophisticated styling, a handful of powertrain options, and a variety of trims. If you have always been a fan of the smooth handling and comfortable ride of Volkswagen vehicles and have been planning to make the switch away from gas engine models, […]
Modern vehicles all seem to come equipped with some high-tech safety features. No package is perhaps as complete or adept at protecting passengers as Toyota’s suite of advanced safety features, bundled into what’s known as Toyota Safety Sense (TSS). It was first introduced to the market when it became available on 2016 models across the […]
The engine is the very heart of any vehicle. You can swap out designs, seating, cargo area, and loads of other features and still have a car that gets the job done. But the choice of engine makes all the difference in your vehicle’s core purpose, transportation. Engines affect everything from your vehicle’s acceleration to […]
You know all about the Chevy Suburban. Of course you do—it’s been around for nearly a century. Without diving into the detailed mathematics of it all, it is extremely likely that every American automotive enthusiast has driven, ridden in, or been in the presence of the Suburban. The 2024 Chevy Suburban marks this nameplate’s 89th […]
Though most drivers are careful and pay attention to the road and the vehicles around them, there are some things that are impossible to prevent without help. That’s why automotive brands have developed safety and driver-assist features since the beginning of the automotive industry, from headlights to rearview mirrors to emergency brakes to self-driving applications. […]
Honda has always been a brand that has believed in the power of dreams. It’s hard not to be inspired by a company that began with just 12 employees in 1948 and, through hard work and dedication, expanded until you can find a Honda dealer in every city in America. Honda continues to innovate, working […]
Back in 1998, I remember my parents trading in their old Buick Riviera for a shiny new Toyota Camry. It was bright white with gold badging, and that thing lasted for decades. It was the car I passed my driver’s license exam in, the car I drifted into a snowbank in, and the car that […]
If you’ve ever looked for a used car for sale, you’ve probably learned about a variety of programs that manufacturers, dealerships, and other sellers provide for their customers. Some used vehicles are just that, used, and can come with existing issues. Other used cars have been inspected and cleaned, or there are even cars that […]
Manufacturers’ 2024 offerings are already arriving at dealerships everywhere. If you’re shopping for an SUV for this upcoming year and you need five seats, then you might be deciding between a subcompact, compact, and mid-size SUV. If you know you cannot sacrifice cargo space or passenger comfort, then you have already figured out that you […]
It wasn’t too long ago that drivers and passengers could slide into the car, start it up, and head down the street with nothing but their destination on their minds. Ensuring everyone was buckled up wasn’t even considered. Today, some vehicles won’t even start without this confirmation, like any Chevy models with Buckle-to-Drive activated. While […]
When you’re out looking at used trucks for sale, you’re sure to see the usual suspects pop up repeatedly. In recent years, we have started to see more variety thanks to the rise of off-road-focused models and a resurgence of midsize and compact pickups. Still, once you get to know the main players in the […]
The Honda Accord has been around for seemingly a lifetime. It was first introduced to the world all the way back in 1977 to fill a gap in the market for larger sedans. Up until that point, Honda had been predominantly a motorcycle and minicar company. In 1995, Honda announced that a new vehicle would […]
Pickup trucks and fuel economy are not usually terms you hear uttered in the same sentence—unless they’re uttered with concern. Historically, if you needed a pickup truck, you just had to accept your fate of spending a lot of money on gas and finding yourself at the pump often. It’s been the bane of the […]
