Saving a little fuel can do a lot for yourself and the world around you. Over the past year, as of this writing, the national average cost for regular unleaded gas has hovered around $3.50 a gallon. In some areas, it can get closer to $5 a gallon. Considering that the average person drives nearly […]
Category: Cars
Five of the Best Used Sedans
There’s no denying that the auto industry has gone wild for SUVs over the last couple of decades while trucks have become increasingly popular for many drivers. This has left sedans, once the foundation of the auto industry, largely overlooked and even outright abandoned by many companies. This gives someone looking at used cars for […]
The 11th-Generation Honda Accord: A Premium Everyday Sedan
Since its introduction in 1976, the Honda Accord has been one of the world’s defining vehicles, positioning itself as perhaps the ultimate family car. According to Honda, no model has sold more units in the US since that time. Furthermore, since Car and Driver introduced their annual 10 Best Cars award in 1983, the Accord […]
Honda’s Long Road to the 2025 Civic Hybrid
Honda’s history of developing hybrids has been interesting. Every major automaker has tried to make hybrids, and Honda’s efforts have been a bit reserved, with a lot of false starts, brief stops, and revivals. While Ford and GM have made bold pledges to create hybrid versions of popular nameplates, and Toyota leads the charge, Honda […]
Are Sedans a Dying Breed? How the Chevy Malibu Says Otherwise
Are sedans a dying breed? With one look around, it’s undeniable that sedans are outnumbered. Trucks and SUVs rule the American landscape because we live in an era where “bigger is better,” and we’re always in pursuit of more: we want more features, more capability, more stuff—more of everything. And while this love affair with […]
What Buick’s China-Only Sedans Might Mean for America
If you head to your local Buick dealer here in the States, you’re going to find a lineup that includes a few SUVs and… that’s it. There are different sizes and different trims, but with similar styling across a lineup that only has one body style, it’s easy to wonder: what happened to all the […]
Is the Mustang Mach-E the Edge Replacement?
Change is in the air for Ford dealers around the country. Current rumors are that the last Ford Edge SUV ever will be produced on April 26, 2024. While Ford has not yet confirmed this information, the brand certainly hasn’t attempted to squelch the gossip either, which is somewhat unusual in the automotive industry. Frequently, […]
A Tale of Two Hondas: Accord vs Civic
It’s hard to go wrong with a Honda. The brand is well known for its dependability, efficiency, and knack for delivering what the everyday driver needs. Plus, Hondas have a reputation for needing minimal maintenance and offering a high resale value, so owning one can translate into years of worry-free driving and a great return […]
What Keeps These Sedans Selling Well in the Age of the SUV?
When most of us think of a car, we think of a sedan-style vehicle. This preconception of what a standard vehicle is might have been challenged in recent years by the surge in popularity of SUVs, but sedans have been the consumer standard for decades. In fact, sedans have been the vehicle of choice since […]
Exactly How Useful Is a Carfax Report?
When you’re shopping for used cars for sale, many dealerships will promise that the vehicle you’re interested in comes with the Carfax report. You’re supposed to take a lot of comfort in this because it’s basically the rap sheet for your vehicle. It’s like running a background check on a car before deciding to buy […]
The 2024 Honda Civic Hatchback: A Sporty Family Machine
In automotive circles, Honda is virtually synonymous with the Civic. Debuting way back in 1972, it has long set the standard for affordable, long-lasting family commuters. Even with other iconic Honda vehicles joining the lineup, the Civic remains the best-selling Honda vehicle of all time. Per Honda’s most recent official numbers in July 2022, total […]
Signs That It’s Time to Replace Your Alternator
Pop the hood. If you’ve heard that phrase before, and you probably have, then you know your hands are about to get dirty. Under the hood, you’ll find a small, compact machine that resembles a miniature generator. This is called the alternator and supplies electricity to the car battery. It helps the vehicle function and […]
Why Is the Cadillac CT5 So Appealing?
The Cadillac brand has been around since 1902. In fact, not only has Cadillac been around longer than many other automotive manufacturers, but it has produced vehicles that are longer than the competition as well. The 1974 Cadillac Fleetwood 75 holds the title of the longest production car in history, stretching a full 21 feet […]
Some of the Many Personalities of the Chevy Tahoe You Should Get to Know
When you think of the Chevy Tahoe, you probably think of a family SUV. You picture it filled with kids, backpacks, and parents managing hectic mornings. It is a popular vehicle for that very lifestyle, after all. But, in keeping with their tradition of listening to customer demands, Chevrolet has added some unexpected trims to […]
A Look at the Volkswagen ID.4
In 2020, Volkswagen made headlines with its ID.4, a battery-electric compact SUV with sophisticated styling, a handful of powertrain options, and a variety of trims. If you have always been a fan of the smooth handling and comfortable ride of Volkswagen vehicles and have been planning to make the switch away from gas engine models, […]
As Good As New: Certified Pre-Owned Cars
If you’ve ever looked for a used car for sale, you’ve probably learned about a variety of programs that manufacturers, dealerships, and other sellers provide for their customers. Some used vehicles are just that, used, and can come with existing issues. Other used cars have been inspected and cleaned, or there are even cars that […]
Vince and Larry: The Greatest Spokesmen for Automotive Safety
Advertising and the automotive industry are two items that go hand in hand with one another. As long as there have been vehicles manufactured for consumers, brands have been trying their hand at unique ways and methods to accentuate their virtues and highlight the reasons why people should own them. Each facet of the industry […]
What Does the Mustang Mach-E Get Right?
For more than a century, Ford has been making some of the most popular vehicles on the road. That’s a legacy you can’t buy or find a shortcut to; it has to be earned. This kind of reputation does two things: it tells us what Ford has focused on in the past and creates a […]
How Do the 2024 Toyota Corolla and Corolla Hybrid Compare?
A lot of the time, the auto industry looks like a collection of trucks and SUVs, with the occasional sports car thrown in for performance enthusiasts. Those of us who just want a practical and reliable sedan have largely been cast aside by many manufacturers as little more than an afterthought. However, Toyota still delivers […]
12 Things You Can Fit In The 2024 Chevy Trailblazer
The Chevy Trailblazer is a peppy subcompact SUV with all-wheel drive, excellent fuel economy, and some solid towing capabilities for its small footprint. It’s a terrific road trip and weekend adventure vehicle. One of the really special features of the 2024 Chevy Trailblazer is that its front passenger and second-row seats can fold flat. Having […]