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Author: John Brotherhood

John is a screenwriter and playwright who has found an unexpected love for automotive content writing. The logical conclusion would be to assume that he wrote the screenplays for the hit Disney-Pixar franchise Cars 1-3, but you would be incorrect. Even better, he has blogged on some of your favorite automotive publications. John's automotive writing strives to inform and entertain, whether you're a car buff looking for your daily dose or a newcomer trying to figure out how many horses make a horsepower. Though John drives a crossover, he dreams of someday owning a truck, and sometimes, when he closes his eyes while driving, it feels like he really does own a truck.
The Triplets Cut Their Own Courses: Comparing the Suburban, Tahoe, and Yukon Redesigns

The Triplets Cut Their Own Courses: Comparing the Suburban, Tahoe, and Yukon Redesigns

There are a lot of facets to consider when purchasing an SUV. There’s the performance factor, there’s the driving experience factor, there’s the efficiency factor. I don’t know about you, but I tend to be a person who considers the experience factor pretty heavily. Like many of you, I need to balance my experience desires […]

by John Brotherhood | April 18, 2025April 30, 2025
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Blazing the Industry: 2025 Chevy Blazer EV

Blazing the Industry: 2025 Chevy Blazer EV

I find Chevy’s recent choices of EV models very interesting. Of course, we were all following the Silverado EV release story, a game-changing development not only for Chevy but also for the industry at large. With an EV truck on its hands, one could have fairly presumed that Chevy would make its next EV victory […]

by John Brotherhood | January 15, 2025December 19, 2024
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A True Maverick: 2025 Ford Maverick Updates

A True Maverick: 2025 Ford Maverick Updates

The Maverick is a cool, smaller truck. I’ll just come right and say that I like it a lot. Somehow, it finds a way of capturing the appeal of a full-size truck in a compact truck’s body. When you see it next to larger trucks––even midsize trucks––you notice the size difference, and it’s clear that […]

by John Brotherhood | January 4, 2025December 19, 2024
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How Sporty Are Ford Escape’s ST-Line Trims?

How Sporty Are Ford Escape’s ST-Line Trims?

It’s interesting how trim packages have evolved. Perhaps there was once a time when there were “luxury cars” and “budget cars”, but now so many vehicles cast their nets widely so as to cover the whole gambit (from budget to luxury) under one nameplate. Most vehicles have a baseline trim, which provides enough nice features […]

by John Brotherhood | December 30, 2024December 18, 2024
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Looking Back: Discontinued Ford Models We Want Back

Looking Back: Discontinued Ford Models We Want Back

No brand has a place in automotive history like Ford. Not only did they essentially start the whole industry in America, but they also have some of the most iconic models in history and continue to lead the latest trends in the industry. While we all love innovations in terms of new capabilities, technology, and […]

by John Brotherhood | December 13, 2024November 21, 2024
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Family at Center, Truck at Heart: The 2025 Ford Expedition

Family at Center, Truck at Heart: The 2025 Ford Expedition

It is that exciting time of year when more and more brands are releasing information on the upcoming model year. Sometimes, the updates for any given model will be very subtle, and you have to dig deep to find the changes for the new model year. But, every now and then, a vehicle undergoes changes […]

by John Brotherhood | November 30, 2024November 22, 2024
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The Best Combination of Luxury and Off-Road Ability: The GMC Terrain vs. The Nissan Rogue

The Best Combination of Luxury and Off-Road Ability: The GMC Terrain vs. The Nissan Rogue

Small SUVs may not look like much from just looking at the exterior, but anyone who has ever driven one of high quality knows that there is much more than meets the eye. A good small SUV has the ferocity and notable cabin size the segment is known for, along with the compactness of a […]

by John Brotherhood | June 23, 2023June 2, 2023
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The 2023 Nissan Kicks Is Ready for Anything That Awaits You Down the Road

The 2023 Nissan Kicks Is Ready for Anything That Awaits You Down the Road

Sustainability may be one of the most attractive features of any vehicle. Edgy design schemes are nice, and thrilling performance specs are fun, but if the car doesn’t last, is it really worth it? This question is especially poignant for families seeking a versatile vehicle for all the different uses that come with family life, […]

by John Brotherhood | March 23, 2023February 28, 2023
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Two Years In: Is It Time to Buy a Used Bronco?

Two Years In: Is It Time to Buy a Used Bronco?

We all know that the Bronco made its big comeback in 2021, which was just two years ago. Because of supply chain complications, Ford’s new off-roader was hard to come by for a while, but the issues have been sorted out, and Broncos are rolling off the production line. In fact, with the third model […]

by John Brotherhood | January 10, 2023December 28, 2022
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Following the Trax: Chevy Reimagines the Trax for 2024

Following the Trax: Chevy Reimagines the Trax for 2024

Small SUVs are not the traditional fan vehicle. Most car enthusiasts direct their interests towards a more specific and exciting vehicle type, whether it’s sports cars, performance cars, or pickup trucks. Most car buffs probably aren’t rushing to find a Chevy Trax for sale. The Trax is a good example because it serves as an […]

by John Brotherhood | January 4, 2023January 4, 2023
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In With the Old: 2022 Chevys in Review

In With the Old: 2022 Chevys in Review

The times are a-changin’. We’re at the beginning of a new year. Sure, we’re at the beginning of a calendar year; but all of us here in the automotive industry are focused on the beginning of the model year. Once again, we transition from vehicles that feel like they just hit the market to newer […]

by John Brotherhood | January 2, 2023December 29, 2022
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Branding for Adventure: What Makes a Subaru a Subaru

Branding for Adventure: What Makes a Subaru a Subaru

Any business students, marketers, business owners, or social media influencers who may be reading this are likely familiar with the term brand identity. Of course, this term refers to the aesthetic, personality, and image through which a brand presents itself to customers and the public at large. Every leading vehicle brand has its own brand […]

by John Brotherhood | December 16, 2022November 30, 2022
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Out of Your Hands: The Benefits of Selling to a Dealer

Out of Your Hands: The Benefits of Selling to a Dealer

Buying a car can be a hassle. If you find the right dealership with the right dealer, it can be a good experience, but most people don’t necessarily look forward to the process of buying a car. At least with buying a car, though, you get the excitement of starting fresh with a new vehicle. […]

by John Brotherhood | November 16, 2022October 25, 2022
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The Silverado: Making Work Easier

The Silverado: Making Work Easier

Trucking is a special kind of driving. Sometimes you get a car just to handle the day-to-day commute, and by the time you’re done with it, you haven’t even utilized most of its features. Trucks are different, though. If you’re using your truck for work, no matter what kind of jobs you’re doing, you need […]

by John Brotherhood | October 17, 2022November 15, 2022
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The Versatile 2022 Subaru Ascent Gives You the Freedom of Choice

The Versatile 2022 Subaru Ascent Gives You the Freedom of Choice

Sometimes it feels like everyone wants us everywhere, doing everything at every moment. Even if this is not the case, I think many of us feel that way with relative frequency. A large piece of it is probably the ways in which our culture uses mobile technology, expecting everyone to be available at all times. […]

by John Brotherhood | October 9, 2022October 11, 2022
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Performance and Efficiency? The 2023 Kia Forte

Performance and Efficiency? The 2023 Kia Forte

We sometimes polarize sedans and sports cars. It can be helpful to have distinctions and classifications, but we often let sedans wallow in the category of mere “commuter” vehicles while sports cars get all of the attention and have all of the fun. Of course, the line between sedans and sports cars is not always […]

by John Brotherhood | September 30, 2022October 17, 2022
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Inside and Out: Ram

Inside and Out: Ram

You know a good pickup when you see it on the road. You don’t necessarily have to know the engine type, read the specs, or see the inside to know that you’re looking at a quality vehicle. Just a quick zip past a quality pickup, and you know that there’s something special going on. Such […]

by John Brotherhood | September 22, 2022August 25, 2022
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Getting Specific: Ford’s Special Off-Road Trims

Getting Specific: Ford’s Special Off-Road Trims

Driving is better when it is customized and specialized. There are a lot of great vehicles out there, but sometimes a driver’s needs are so specific that no vehicle quite hits the nail on the head. Just as the brand has pioneered many things in the automotive industry, Ford has come up with a solution […]

by John Brotherhood | September 19, 2022August 9, 2022
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Four Generations: The Silverado

Four Generations: The Silverado

There are two kinds of truckers: those who want modern trucks and those who want classic trucks. Sometimes you’ll come across people who want the in-between. Alright, so maybe there are three kinds of truckers: those who want modern trucks, those who want classic trucks, and those who want the in-between. This third kind of […]

by John Brotherhood | September 7, 2022August 24, 2022
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Maximizing Performance in the 2023 GMC Acadia

Maximizing Performance in the 2023 GMC Acadia

Mid-size SUVs are often more capable than drivers realize. These vehicles often fall into the pattern of being used for daily commutes without being given the opportunity to exercise all they have to offer. The 2023 GMC Acadia is a mid-size SUV that caters well to young families. It also has the capability to provide […]

by John Brotherhood | August 30, 2022August 23, 2022
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