Midsize SUVs are a unique breed of vehicles due to where they fit in the marketplace segment. They’re larger than the average two-row midsize SUV but not quite large enough to be considered a full-on, full-size SUV. These unique unicorns make for interesting prospects for some drivers because of where they’re positioned in the market. […]
Everybody wants to find a car that best fits their lifestyle and will complement and support their activities well. However, there might be one group in particular that just can’t afford to choose the wrong car: road trippers. At least those who use their car for city driving or commuting to work know that they’ll […]
We have all heard the phrase “beauty is only skin deep,” and you have probably also been told to “look beyond what you can see.” These expressions remain important even when you find yourself scrolling the web in search of your next SUV because no matter how attractive and appealing a vehicle looks, what matters […]
When you’re in the market for a good, off-road capable, family-sized SUV, you may notice that while there aren’t a lot of contenders in the market, the ones that are there are pretty fierce. Just look at the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs 2021 Dodge Durango faceoff, for example. While it’s fun to poke […]
These days, it’s rare to find a midsize crossover that packs as much power into its chiseled physique as the Dodge Durango, and few competitors are even willing to go against this beast. If you’re searching for optimum performance with a fair share of added extras along the way, the Durango is ready to comfortably […]
Maybe you have a baby on the way, or perhaps you already have children, and you are in need of something more practical for a family to drive instead of your sedan. After all, a growing family needs room in the family vehicle just as they need room in the home. If this were the […]
It is a story that is as old as time (or at least as old as automobiles) – the dreaded swap from carefree, fun-loving driving to boring and responsible family vehicles. Not many of us have the extra money that would enable us to have a spare sports car or two just sitting around for […]
Eventually, every journey must come to an end, and for the Dodge Journey, 2020 is its final production year, as Dodge has chosen to focus on its performance lineup. So, is the 2020 Dodge Journey an ignominious end for this midsize crossover SUV, or is it a last hurrah before it drives off into the […]
What makes a driving experience strong? Of course, a vehicle can have strong statistics and features, but what we mean is a distinct feeling that you get from driving a physically strong vehicle. That feeling of having the rugged power at your fingertips that comes from enhanced performance, an overpowering design, and other strong qualities […]
Inside all of us somewhere is a teenager that would love to sit at a stoplight and rev the engine in a well-oiled machine, tempting the car in the next lane to try to out-gun you. Owning a Dodge Challenger is like satisfying that inner teenager, but unlike the Ford Mustang and the Chevy Camaro, […]
The SUV category has recently grown exponentially. This is mainly because there are so many high-quality options at every price range imaginable. From simple utility vehicles on up to the most elite luxury brands, there is an SUV for every buyer, no matter the budget. Today’s SUV options allow buyers to check all the boxes […]
The Dodge Challenger has become the king of American muscle recently. While other cars like the Ford Mustang have used smaller I4 engines, Dodge continues to push the boundaries with just how powerful it can make the Challenger. For anyone who has ever sat behind the wheel of a V8 vehicle, there’s a completely […]
We all know that a lot of celebrities like to buy incredible cars, trucks, and SUVs – at a certain point, you’ve bought enough houses, and you want something gorgeous to ride around in. A startling number of celebrities over the years have come from Ohio, and that means there are a lot of […]
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 […]
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 […]
SUVs are often celebrated for their power, performance, and versatility. When examining the 2019 Buick Enclave vs 2019 Dodge Durango, buyers will find that these two SUVs are no exception. Both of these large vehicles have a lot to offer in the competitive SUV market, but there are also some key differences between these […]
Annnd we’re back. AutoInfluence with all your current automotive news headlines, as we kick off the month of June. So, let’s get down to business. Ford Beginning with the ticking countdown of President Donald Trump’s ultimatum that a 5% tariff would be implemented on all shipments out of Mexico by this coming Monday, unless the […]
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 […]
