The Sierra 1500 is one of GMC’s most popular trucks. Many drivers looking for a used truck will cruise past a Sierra 1500 for sale and do a double take because not only is it a good-looking truck, but it’s also one of the top trucks in its class, making it a valuable powerhouse when […]
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Lightning Before Thunder: 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning
The tides are turning for the automotive industry, and trucking sure ain’t what it used to be. As a traditionalist, there are many things that I personally don’t feel need to be reinvented––if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it, you know what I mean? Now, as a truck enthusiast who is also a traditionalist, you […]
5 Reasons the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Is One of the Best Value SUVs on the Road
When you consider value, you think of getting more for your money, right? This is especially true when it comes to vehicles, and one of the most talked-about compact SUVs that’s gaining recognition for its affordable price tag and highly desirable features is the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. With its low starting price and a plethora […]
Take Your Road Trips to the Next Level With the 2023 Ford Explorer
For the adventurous heart, road trips are a way of life. The freedom to explore sites, cities, and the great outdoors means a world of possibilities. You can pack up your car with a couple of suitcases, sporting equipment, snacks, and a killer playlist and head out for a night, weekend, or much longer. If […]
Requiem for Those at the End of the Road (Part 2)
I love year-end countdowns! A year still seems long enough to forget everything that’s happened. Hit songs I haven’t heard since the spring, blockbusters I still haven’t seen, events in my life that meant a lot then got lost in the fog of daily battles. This countdown is a lot like that. It’s a celebration […]
Which Safety Features Come Standard on the 2023 Volkswagen Taos?
The Volkswagen Taos, a subcompact SUV with a roomy interior, turbocharged engine, and solid fuel economy rating, is a relatively new offering that first debuted for the 2022 model year. Given how new it is, it’s not surprising that the 2023 Volkswagen Taos hasn’t undergone any major design changes to differentiate it from the debut […]
Five Reasons Why the 2023 Chevy Equinox Dominates the Daily Commute
Any commuter knows the daily grind is tough, especially if you drive long distances to work. Whether traversing city streets or hitting the highway, it takes a special car to offer exactly what’s needed to get through the commute every day. Among some of the favorites in the industry is the Chevy Equinox, a compact […]
2024 Chevy Blazer EV: Built for Everyone, Not Just Civilians
If you have not jumped on board with electric-powered vehicles yet, you might want to start considering it. The future of automobiles has arrived, and vehicles are going all-electric across the industry. We have seen many additions from mainstream brands to the EV lineup just recently, including the 2022 GMC Hummer EV and the 2022 […]
The UAW Saga Continues, a Domestic Auto News Drought & Trade Shows to Come
Annnnnnd we’re back, AutoInfluence with all your current auto news headlines for the week of October 11th. It’s an odd week, with the UAW Strike and upcoming industry trade shows having a clear impact on headlines (or the lack thereof). But with all that said, let’s get down to those stories we do have […]
Truck News, UAW Strike & the Countdown to Tokyo
Annnnd we’re back. AutoInfluence checking in with current auto news headlines for the past couple of weeks. Sure, we’re playing some catch-up, but thanks for joining us…so, let’s get down to it. Ford / Lincoln It was announced that the 2020 Super Duty is continuing Ford’s inarguable reign over the truck segment, delivering some […]
2019 Frankfurt Motor Show, August Sales Numbers & Rotisserie Chicken(?)
Annnnd we’re back, AutoInfluence with the updates you’ve been waiting for surrounding the 2019 Frankfurt Motor Show, plus some reported sales numbers across the industry, and every other headline we could dig up to keep you up to speed on current auto news over these past September weeks so, with plenty to cover, let’s get […]
Mopar Editions Celebrate ’10’, The Blackest Black, and the ‘Countdown to Frankfurt’
Annnnnnd we’re back…AutoInfluence with all your current auto news headlines for the week of August 30th – heading into Labor Day Weekend, here in the states. Now, last week, we had offered a rundown of the various auto shows waiting for us right around the corner. And if you needed any greater evidence that […]
Finding the Superior SUV: The 2019 Ford Edge vs. The 2019 Honda Passport
One glance at the auto industry as a whole, and you’ll see a market dominated by the SUV. Sure there are plenty of pickup trucks, sedans, and compact cars getting praise, but the field is dominated by vehicles that prioritize utility above all things. While the industry is currently being dominated by the utility […]
Hyundai『45』, Goodbye to VW (as you know it) and ‘3 Cheers’ for the Acura Type S
Annnnd we’re back, AutoInfluence with all the current auto news that you can handle. In fact, there’s quite a bit to cover this week — with lots of stuff on the horizon, as well. That’s right, we’re easing into major motor show season and you won’t want to miss a beat of it. Ford […]
Celebrating Daytona’s ’50th’, a Baby Bronco, and the Eye-Catching Lexus LC500
Ford In the last few weeks, our coverage of the 2020 Mustang Shelby GT500 has picked up, with official information greatly outweighed by rapid speculation. That said, it’s been reported by mustang6g.com that the GT500 possesses an approximate base curb weight of 4,225 lbs. Slating the vehicle between the 3,890-lb Camaro ZL1 and the […]
’10 Most Stolen’, ‘Dodge Dollars’ and the ‘Most Powerful SUV on the Planet’
Annnd we’re back, AutoInfluence making up for some lost time with our first episode of the month of August, and all your current auto news headlines. Has it been two weeks? Don’t blame it on sunshine. Don’t blame it on the moonlight. Don’t blame it on the good times. Just blame it on […]
All-Electric F-150, Silverado Diesel & Why The Charger (Still) Rules
Annnnd we’re back. AutoInfluence with all of your current auto news headlines for the week of July 26th. This includes the all-electric F-150, the Silverado 1500 Diesel, and California Emissions standards taking home a big win thanks to a few automakers in particular. In fact, let’s get that last one out of the way […]
Goodwood Festival of Speed & This Week’s Current Auto News
Did you miss us? We missed you. That’s right, AutoInfluence is back after a two week break and there’s plenty of current auto news to cover – from everyday industry headlines to the 2019 Goodwood Festival of Speed and the Q2 Truck Sale shootout to the impactful death of two industry giants, there’s plenty […]
Tesla on Fire (Literally), the American Made Index & Electrified Porsche.
Annnnd we’re back. AutoInfluence with all of your current auto news headlines for the week of June 28th. And FINALLY. What a week it was! We have rumors of one iconic muscle cars’s retirement, FCA change-ups, Tesla firefighting, results of this year’s American Made Index, Porsche electrification and the rumor of one model’s death […]
How High will Truck Prices Go?
Today on AutoInfluence, we touch on one of the most oft-debated topic in recent years: the six-figure pickup truck (as often discussed in current auto news headlines). At the risk of using a phrase out of context to mark the passage of time, we were living in a pre-9/11 world when Ford first served up […]