A lot of car companies seem to have forgotten about actual cars these days, so simply being able to find a new midsize sedan at a Kia dealer can already be reason enough to be impressed. Beyond that, however, there are quite a few things that Kia has done with the 2025 K5 to help […]
Month: August 2025
Strike Payload Paydirt With the GMC Sierra 1500
GMC applies its famous Professional Grade ethos to every corner of the Sierra 1500. While the truck’s 420-hp 6.2L V8 is a perfect example of this approach, it’s certainly not alone. From the tires and trailer hitch to its available skid plates and lifted suspension, the Sierra 1500 represents one of the most well-rounded pickups […]
Phone as Key: What Is It, What Cars Have It, and Should You Get It?
Smartphones become more important in our daily lives every year. ConsumerAffairs reports that over 90% of U.S. adults own at least one smartphone. For about 15%, a smartphone is their only way of accessing the internet at home. Smartphones help perform tasks ranging from phone calls and texts to sending emails, ordering takeout, streaming music, […]
How the 2026 Terrain Offers More Ways Than Ever to Elevate the Ride
If you’re like me and appreciate an easy-to-maneuver vehicle, you probably already know that compact vehicles offer a lot. They’re a breeze to drive, outstanding on gas, and you can fit into virtually any parking space imaginable. They’re also affordable, but overall quality can suffer. Many compact models lack the pizzazz of larger vehicles, and […]
What to Know About Honda 0 Series AI Technology
Artificial intelligence is everywhere now, from online language models like ChatGPT to industry applications that include diagnosing illnesses, managing store inventory, and powering virtual smartphone assistants. The technology is already being integrated into vehicles and is expected to expand further in the coming years. Goldman Sachs Research estimates that by 2030, at least 10% of […]
GM’s Small SUVs: A Deep Dive Into Subcompact Crossovers
SUVs are known for being spacious, and while compact models like the Chevy Equinox and Honda CR-V are certainly among the most popular, there are also midsize and full-size models that boast high towing capacities and cavernous interiors that can seat three rows of passengers without running out of space for luggage. General Motors sells […]
Texas and New Hampshire Have Eliminated Vehicle Inspections — What’s Next?
The list of U.S. states where vehicles driven on public roads must be inspected is shrinking. This past January 1, Texas House Bill HB3297 (originally passed in 2023) officially took effect, repealing mandatory state inspections on non-commercial vehicles. Then, in late June 2025, New Hampshire passed a state budget that includes eliminating its annual inspection […]
Ford Explorer Hybrid: Past, Present, and Future
The auto industry can be a harsh mistress; one moment, you’re watching companies innovate and deliver all sorts of new things, and the next moment, they’re gone. Considering the Ford Explorer has been around since 1991, I wouldn’t exactly call it transitory, but certain things it has offered could certainly be described that way. Anyone […]