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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Today on AutoInfluence, we shine the spotlight on Toyota, and the wide net that they are casting to pursue leadership in autonomy. If you think back to High School, how well do you remember English Lit class? Don’t worry, we’re not here expecting you to recite Shakespeare, but you might remember the fact that – […]
Annnnnnd we’re back…AutoInfluence with a relatively slow week in terms of current auto news. And that’s okay, because it’s the first day of Summer, and you have better things to do, we’re sure. Hell, if we’re being completely honest, we have five racks of ribs, 10 lbs of chicken, 7.5 lbs of beef jerky […]
Annnnd we’re back. AutoInfluence here with all of your automotive news going into Fathers Day Weekend. But before we get to the individual headlines, a quick follow-up on last week’s threat of tariffs being placed on Mexican manufacturing – a story which all but moved forward mere minutes after we had posted the previous episode […]
Annnnnnd we’re back…AutoInfluence easing the month of May right out the door with this week’s current automotive news headlines. But first, let’s address the elephant in the room, the rumored merger of Ford and General Motors. Unless you’re living under a rock, those of you who follow our weekly headlines in real-time are […]
Annnnd we’re back, AutoInfluence on Mothers Day Weekend with all your automotive news headlines since…well, since seven days ago. Why? Because we want to be just as dependable as your mom is, except you can damn well bet that we’re not gonna clean up after you. Ford / Lincoln While an official unveiling of the […]
You have no doubt heard the line “most dependable, longest lasting truck on the road” on television or radio at some point in the last twenty years. That ubiquitous slogan has been applied to GM trucks for a long time now, particularly those in the Chevy family, and most specifically to the Chevy Silverado. That […]
If you’ve been shopping around for a Chevrolet vehicle, we wouldn’t blame you if you’re overwhelmed with the options at your disposal. After all, the brand offers dozens of different vehicles, and that doesn’t even account for all of the variations of each specific nameplate. If you’re not prepared when you head into a Chevy dealership, […]
If you’re in the market for a compact car, then you’ve surely been debating the 2017 Honda Civic vs. the 2017 Hyundai Elantra. We could spend all day comparing the two models, but we decided to refer to the experts. When you start exploring the various reviews of these two vehicles, you’ll learn that one […]
If you’re seeking a sporty yet economically fuel friendly vehicle with easy-to-reach cargo space, you should take a look at the 2017 Mazda 3 hatchback. Yes, these uniquely styled vehicles with a rear door that swings upward are a growing trend here in the U.S. A five-door hatchback might be perfect for you, your family, […]
You know that slogan “Jeeps are built, not bought”? Well, the same concept should apply to those looking to install (or preferably, have someone else install) aftermarket car parts and accessories on their vehicles. It’s most certainly smarter to pick and choose the parts you want on a vehicle, rather than buy one with parts […]
If you like Legos, Jeeps, or both, then you’ll appreciate what a particularly creative mind on the Lego Ideas page dreamed up back in November. The designer’s name is Chiho Kim, and he created a scale Jeep Wrangler Rubicon model made entirely out of Lego parts. It’s surprisingly true to life, and has all the little touches you’d […]
The car market has never been so exciting to buy from as it is now in 2016. The used car market is booming and offers plenty of variety, while the new car market offers technology and safety that seems almost futuristic. As far as performance technology goes, that’s been evolving for years. For 2016 in particular, […]
