Facing a prolonged sales slump, the world’s fourth-largest automaker could soon start making some drastic cuts to its portfolio of brands. Stellantis was formed in 2021 when Fiat Chrysler Automobiles merged with France’s Groupe PSA. While it was hoped the merger would result in considerable cost savings, drive global expansion, and enhance each brand’s own […]
As someone who grew up during the 1990s, I regretfully missed out on the golden age of the muscle car. The closest I ever got to witnessing an auto segment that was big on performance was during the formative years of the SUV boom; I remember the Ford Excursion and Hummer being the ultimate status […]
If there’s one thing consumers are always wary of, it’s the never-ending fluctuation of gas prices. Pulling up to the pump only to see that the gallon cost has increased by a few cents is enough to cause aggravation. Now, imagine going for your weekly fill-up, only to see that no gas was available or […]
If you drive into the office every workday, then you probably put more thought than most into what kind of car you drive. You want to make sure you have the features you need to get the most out of your commute, like those that keep you comfortable and let you listen to music, stay […]
The sharing economy has revolutionized everything from food delivery and personal transportation to vacation rentals, camping, and retail. Simply download an app to your smartphone and you could start picking up a little extra work on the weekends or even launch an entirely new career. Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft allow drivers to turn […]
Once a staple of ’80s and ’90s soccer mom culture, minivans have faced a precipitous decline over the last few decades, with only four models currently on offer: the Honda Odyssey, Toyota Sienna, Kia Carnival, and Chrysler Pacifica. These roomy family vehicles have been steadily replaced by a new generation of crossover SUVs that provide […]
Trucks these days are filled with features that set them apart from the rest; just look at models like the Honda Ridgeline, built on a unibody frame with an iconic look, or the F-150, armed with features like an on-board generator to make it more accommodating than its peers. When it comes to cool features, […]
When you’ve been as successful as the Toyota Camry, it’s easy to take a few chances. As America’s best-selling sedan for 22 years in a row, the Camry could simply phone it in, stick to its successful formula, and watch the orders roll in. Toyota has taken a decidedly different approach, boldly reinventing the midsize […]
The electrification of the auto industry is no longer niche: it’s affecting every corner of the market, from commuter cars to pickup trucks to family SUVs. Go to your local Mercedes-Benz dealer, and you’ll find that luxury brands are also going electric. Mercedes has launched its EQ lineup, which consists of fully electric vehicles of […]
A 1,064-hp twin-turbocharged V8, 1,200 lbs of downforce at top speed, a zero-to-sixty-time of 2.5 seconds, a top speed of 215 mph, a wealth of carbon fiber, 828 lb-ft of torque (800 lb-ft of which is available at just 300 RPM), and a starting price of $180,000; these stats call to mind some of the […]
There’s no denying that all-electric vehicles are an undeniable part of our automotive future, but is that future now? A quick glance at some recent headlines would suggest that the industry might be pumping its brakes when it comes to embracing the all-electric approach. While the EV segment certainly holds promise, practicality, cost, access to […]
Hands-free driving has long been the holy grail of automotive technology. Once reserved for sci-fi films, television, and novels, hands-free driving tech is becoming a reality, with some of today’s largest and most trusted automakers developing their own semi-autonomous driving systems. Automated driver-assistance systems (ADAS) like adaptive cruise control, lane-centering, and automatic emergency braking have […]
The full-size Nissan Armada has been confidently shuttling families to all the places they need to go for 20 years now. Launched for the 2004 model year, the Armada has been a dedicated family traveler ever since, with three rows of space, a cavernous interior, and plenty of pep in its step as it makes […]
Honda, Nissan, and Mitsubishi rocked the auto world in late July when they announced a new strategic partnership aimed at advancing the development of some exciting new technology. The three brands are all established names in the market but have recently fallen behind in one key area: EVs. With all-electric vehicles making steady gains among […]
Luxury automakers seem to create their own languages when they name their models. It’s usually a combination of letters and numbers that make little sense to people unfamiliar with the brand. Case and point: venturing to a Mercedes-Benz dealer near me offers a front-row seat to the brand’s luxury and ingenuity, but I need a […]
For decades, Ford has dominated the US small truck market—first with the Ranger and now with the Maverick. Since its introduction, sales of the Maverick have exploded. In the first seven months of 2024, more than 100,000 Mavericks left US dealerships—more than as many sold in the whole of 2023. Seeing this, along with solid […]
The astounding transformation that the SUV has gone under in the past two decades has been a miraculous one, to say the least. As someone who first started driving in the early 2000s, I remember when the guiding principle of wisdom for the vehicle class was “bigger is better.” An emphasis on size, particularly with […]
Does it feel like you see a lot of black cars on the road? It’s not just a feeling. According to an analysis by iSeeCars.com, approximately 22% of all cars sold are black, making it the second-most common vehicle color after white. Over the centuries, black has represented things like power, wealth, mystery, sophistication, and […]
From commuters to avid road-trippers to drivers on a budget who want a car that’s affordable but doesn’t feel cheap, there are all kinds of people who love the Honda Civic. Since this compact sedan has been around for a while, it’s easy to find a used Honda Civic for sale and get an even […]
In the auto industry today, there is a vigorous push to build a greener, more sustainable future. Automakers like Ford continue to expand their lineups with new models, but they’re also taking the models we know and love and introducing hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric variants. The Ford Escape for sale at Blue Oval dealers […]
