In the auto world, certain features are naturally linked to high-end luxury or performance models. These components immediately distinguish rarefied rides from their mass-market competitors, from carbon fiber and retractable spoilers to open-pore wood, glistening rims, and electrochromic glass roofs. While some can be quite subtle, others proudly announce themselves every time you enter or […]
The Hyundai Santa Fe has gone through a remarkable evolution since the third-generation model first hit the streets in 2013. Originally designed as a three-row SUV, the Santa Fe morphed into a smaller two-row model for the fourth generation before reverting to its roomy roots with the debut of the current fifth-generation model in 2024. […]
Outfitting your vehicle with a robust aftermarket audio system or choosing a model already equipped with a premium stereo can be one of the easiest ways to elevate your daily driver experience. Whether you’re the type of driver who can’t imagine braving the morning commute without their preferred podcast, an audiophile who believes that every […]
Earlier this spring, in Venice, California, residents started noticing some odd new compact pickups and SUVs parked on the city’s main drag. It wasn’t the design that caught people off guard, but their unique liveries. One blue and pink pickup featured a custom wrap adorned with cartoonish crying babies, a giant, pacifier-shaped hood ornament, and […]
From Herbie the Love Bug and the Johnny Cab from Total Recall to KITT from Knight Rider, self-driving vehicles have long been the stuff of science fiction. That’s rapidly becoming science fact as cutting-edge tech finds its way into a new generation of cars, trucks, and SUVs. Automated driver-assistance systems (ADAS) like adaptive cruise control, […]
While massive infotainment screens, off-road trims, and luxury features have become increasingly important considerations for drivers searching for a new vehicle, advanced safety tech represents the real arms race in today’s auto industry. Some advanced driver-assistance systems features like blind-spot monitoring and cruise control have become old hat in the modern market, but Jeep has […]
With more than a dozen brands under its expansive corporate umbrella, Stellantis is easily one of the world’s largest automotive conglomerates. While names like Dodge, Ram, Jeep, and Chrysler are all familiar to the average American driver, Stellantis also boasts a major presence in the international market, with some lesser-known brands that tend to fly […]
It’s tough to pick a favorite trim of the latest Toyota Tacoma for sale. Each offers its advantages, whether you’re in the market for a value-packed trim in the SR, the Tacoma’s ready-built off-roaders in the TRD PreRunner and TRD Off-Road, a swift experience behind the wheel of TRD Sport, or the sort of luxury […]
Opting for a pre-owned vehicle can be a great way to save a little cash when you’re on the hunt for your next car, truck, or SUV, but it can come with some risks. While browsing vehicle history reports, pressing the dealer for relevant details, and carefully comparing prices on similar makes and models can […]
Improvements in automotive technology and increasingly strict standards have seen average fuel economy on a steady rise since the mid-1970s. Fifty years ago, the typical car sold in the U.S. posted an EPA-estimated 13.1 MPG. That number has nearly doubled over the last half-century, with the average 2022 model achieving around 26.4 MPG, according to […]
Chevy has been busy as of late, treating its SUVs to a thorough refresh that’s brought some significant changes to the lineup. The brand’s Traverse, Trax, Trailblazer, Blazer, and Equinox have all been updated over the last three years, modernizing the Chevy fleet with some important enhancements that bring the SUVs firmly into the modern […]
In an auto industry that’s largely focused on the newest, shiniest models, cutting-edge innovation, and next-generation features, it’s easy for some long-running cars, trucks, and SUVs to get lost in the shuffle. This is especially true in the modern market, where new hybrid and all-electric vehicles are steadily supplanting their gas-powered forerunners. There’s nothing wrong […]
Gravity is responsible for keeping things firmly anchored to the Earth, but don’t tell that to Lucid Motors. The California-based automaker is looking to challenge the laws of physics with the Gravity, a new three-row SUV that it hopes will help get the EV brand off the ground. This isn’t Lucid’s first foray into the […]
Everyone knows that the Silverado 1500 is one of the most capable pickups in the full-size segment. Its hardworking reputation precedes it, but the question remains: can a pickup designed for the rigors of the working world offer a true luxury experience? While the typical truck buyer usually focuses more on power, towing, and off-road […]
While drivers tend to worry about collisions involving other vehicles or pedestrians, the statistics suggest that you’re far more likely to have a run-in with a furrier offender. According to data compiled by AAA, drivers have a 1 in 128 chance of hitting an animal when they’re behind the wheel, compared to a 1 in […]
Once seen as the wave of the future, EVs have started to miss some key sales goals over the last couple of years. While automotive consulting firm JD Power initially predicted that EVs would come to represent 12% of the market by the end of 2024, the company has since revised its forecast to a […]
At first glance, it might seem like the end of days at Jaguar. The brand has been hemorrhaging models as of late, ending production of the XE, XF, and F-Type in mid-2024 and continuing to cull the lineup with the departure of the I-Pace and E-Pace towards the end of the year. This sort of […]
The Ford Bronco’s retro styling has been a major selling point since the SUV was reintroduced to the market in 2021. While today’s Bronco models might feature a decidedly more modern look than some of the boxy models of old, the midsize offering is still a standout on today’s market with a unique design that […]
From “The Matrix” and “Interstellar” to “Blade Runner” and more, Warner Brothers Studios has long specialized in providing compelling—and occasionally terrifying—visions of the future. This track record, plus the surplus of props and ready-made backdrops, made Warner Brothers’ Burbank, California studios the ideal place for Tesla to unveil its own take on the future of […]
As another year passes, another crop of vehicles ceases production and heads for the great highway in the sky. It’s the circle of automotive life, and while it can be hard to let go of some of our favorite cars, trucks, and SUVs, there’s no room for outdated, slow-selling models in today’s ultra-competitive market. Whether […]
