Though we like to act like it’s not that big of a deal, it actually takes quite a bit of skill and nerves of steel to take to the streets during a Canadian winter. Naturally, different parts of the country offer their own unique road conditions, from snowdrifts and ice to rogue moose. If we’re […]
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Jason Collins is an experienced automotive writer who has been working within the realm of content creation for several years. His expertise is writing, but he dabbles in SEO and marketing. He enjoys attending car shows and tinkering in his garage on his favorite pet projects, including his 1996 Mazda MX-5 and 1989 Austin Rover Mini Cooper.
What’s So Special About the Nissan Z?
The 2023 North American Car of the Year award finalists were announced on November 17, 2022, at the Los Angeles Auto Show’s AutoMobility LA showcase. To the surprise of several critics, the 2023 Nissan Z made the final three. But why the surprise? Just one look at the new Nissan Z is enough to see […]
While We’re Waiting: A Review of How Far the Chevy Trax Has Come
Let’s be abundantly clear: the Chevy Trax is not, nor has ever been, a bad vehicle. It’s just that in the past few years, it’s had a lot of trouble keeping up with some of the more exciting options in the Chevrolet stable. Granted, it wasn’t intended to keep up with the Corvette or Camaro, […]
The 2023 Toyota 4Runner Is Here to Get Its Groove Back
It’s hard to believe the Toyota 4Runner is already 40 years old. The firstborn child of the Toyota Land Cruiser and the Toyota Hilux, the 4Runner has royal oil in its lines. Yet, in recent years the 4Runner has stayed somewhat in the background among off-road capable SUVs even as sales have exploded. But why? […]
The Subaru Forester Is a Lot Cooler Than You Think
In 1968, Subaru released a little vehicle called the 360. The market slogan was “Cheap and Ugly,” but things have surely changed significantly since then. Subaru’s modern lineup of vehicles is significantly larger, for starters. The term “cheap” has also been replaced with “economical.” But while Subaru’s rugged visage has undergone several updates over the […]
Buy a Ford and Save the World: Ford’s Commitment to an Electric Future
When American auto giant Ford announced that it planned to use exclusively renewable energy by 2035, a lot of eyebrows were raised. Is it even possible to manufacture a vehicle using, as Ford put it, “100-percent locally sourced renewable energy?” Then Ford put its money where its mouth is, investing $11.5 billion towards its electric […]
Whatever Happened to the Ford Taurus?
Drivers of a certain age will never forget the Ford Taurus. That’s because the Taurus was everywhere. American streets and highways were a continuous stream of Tauruses punctuated with the occasional Honda Accord, Toyota Corolla, and Chevy Cavalier. Ford dealers could barely keep up with the intense demand. Why are we revisiting the Ford Taurus […]
What’s the Deal With the Ford Explorer?
We live in a world full of SUV options. Ford offers eight SUV models in its 2022 lineup and only one car. There’s no doubt that SUVs are continuously in demand. Drivers who need more cargo space, more seating, or a taller vehicle with greater road visibility all flock to SUVs for a vehicle they […]
Is the 2022 Mazda3 a Luxury Car, or Just Another Nice Sedan?
In early 2022, Mazda officially announced that the brand intends to become a luxury brand. While this announcement surprised some drivers, Mazda has been nudging towards luxury market stardom since 2016, gradually including more and more top-shelf features in its lineup and fully embracing its reputation for providing a vehicle that drives like none other. […]
New Classic vs Classic-Classic: The 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee WL vs the 2022 Ford Explorer
Folks who have been driving for a few years are likely familiar with SUVs like the Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Ford Explorer. After all, the Jeep brand name has practically become synonymous with adventurous SUVs, and the Explorer is now in its sixth generation of production, but things are a little different in 2022. […]
Cool Compact SUVs – Choosing Between the VW Taos and Buick Encore GX
Once upon a time, drivers had very few choices when it came to SUVs. Giant three-row vehicles and boxy off-roaders were common, but drivers who craved a combination of ample cargo room and comfortable passenger accommodations were encouraged to take a look at minivans or station wagons. Mercifully, those days ended with the arrival of […]
How to Make Decisions in the Increasingly Confusing SUV Market: The 2022 Buick Encore GX vs the 2022 Ford Bronco Sport
As of this moment, there are a lot of SUVs on the market. In fact, there are so many that we lost track, mainly because some are known by other names, such as “the compact crossover.” Still, for all intents and purposes, these vehicles are more like SUVs than cars. So how does one choose […]
Would a Beetle by Any Other Name Be as Cute? The Meaning Behind VW Model Names
You’ve probably wondered who gets the honor of naming all of the different car models that Volkswagen rolls out to the public. In fact, you’ve probably also wondered where those unusual names you’ve seen at your local VW dealer come from, too. The names are usually generated internally, with a lot of research going into […]
Introducing…A Smart Way to (Ford) Escape
In this day and age, our vehicles are a necessity. For many of us, getting to work, buying groceries, and all of our daily duties are made easier by having a vehicle of our own. But many of us also lack an unlimited disposable income, which is why we have to be smart and savvy […]
A Few Fun Facts About the Funnest Vehicle Jeep Has to Offer
You may have clicked on this article simply because you wanted to know which of Jeep’s incredibly exciting vehicles is considered “the Funnest.” Or perhaps you wanted to know what kind of article uses a non-word like “Funnest” in the title. In truth, this may be the most fun (there, we fixed it) article you […]
Buying the Perfect Car: The Easy Method
So, you’re thinking about buying a new car, but you are a little nervous about where to start. There are so many questions involved like should you buy from a private sale, a dealership, or an online car dealer? You may not have ever gone car shopping before – perhaps you inherited your first car […]
The 2022 Chevy Suburban: More Than a Big SUV
Once upon a time, the Chevy Suburban was in a class by itself, but the 2022 Chevy Suburban takes things to another level. Equal parts sport and utility, the Suburban has been in production since 1935, making it one of the oldest continuously manufactured vehicles in the United States. Of course, plenty has changed in […]
Revamped or All-New? 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 vs 2022 Toyota Tundra
The full-size pickup truck segment is perhaps one of the most awe-inspiring niches of the automotive world. Competition is fierce, and each truck brings to the table a worthy combination of technology, power, safety, and capability. This year, the battle between the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 vs 2022 Toyota Tundra is shaping up to be […]
The Best 10 Cars in the Whole Wide World
Everyone wants the best car possible. There’s just one problem with that: how do you define the “best” car? For some, that means usefulness – the ability to haul large amounts of equipment or navigate quickly from Point A to Point B. For others, that means reliability. No one likes breakdowns, but having a vehicle […]
This Is Madness…No, This Is the Chevy Pre-Order Process, and It’s Far from Mad
The world changed in 2020. The pandemic left its footprint in many ways – labor and supply shortages, for example. A lack of truck drivers, an inability to ship materials overseas, and the restriction of travel have impacted nearly every business imaginable. The automobile industry did not emerge from the pandemic unscathed, but in the […]