While we haven’t reached the dawn of flying cars yet, we have grown accustomed to the high expectations we have of today’s car technology. If Siri and Alexa can serve as personal assistants, and Tupac can do Coachella as a hologram, why can’t our cars also live up to our tech-based demands? Automakers have been […]
Category: Technology
Let’s Talk Tech: The Perks of Shopping for a Used Mitsubishi
You’re in the market for a new vehicle, but you aren’t thrilled by the idea of paying that new car sticker price. Even so, you’re not willing to make sacrifices when it comes to technology like connectivity, safety, and driver-assist features. Those are must-haves in your next vehicle, and rightly so; it’s the 21st century, […]
Finding a Truck with the Best High-Tech Features
With each day, advancements in technology continue. We live in a technological era where no matter where we go or what we do, technology follows—even on the road with us. Over the years, we have seen our vehicles slowly transform into futuristic models that allow us to stay connected to the world, more entertained and […]
Strange Technology You Won’t Find at a Dealership
As you’re shopping for a car, technology is probably one of the top things you’ll look at while narrowing down your options to pick the right vehicle. Statistically, based on surveys at least, luxury and comfort tech––like heated seats––are among those things that car-buyers look for first and foremost. That makes sense; after all, you’re […]
Is America Ready to Embrace an All-Electric Future?
If you’re even remotely aware of what’s been going on in the auto industry for the last decade or so, then you’ve certainly seen a growing push toward an all-electric future. Electric Vehicles (EVs) have become increasingly popular throughout the 21st Century, and the signs indicate that that’s not about to change. But the big […]
Intuitive Technology: The 2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
Volkswagen is known for having that unique flair. You can’t necessarily put your finger on it, but there’s just something to a VW that stands out and seems a little bit cooler than your average vehicle. While the 2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport has that iconic personality, one of the brand’s (and especially this vehicle’s) […]
Volkswagen Is on the Road to Autonomous Vehicles
In the not-too-distant past, self-driving cars felt like a pipe dream—something reserved for an unfathomable future. Today, the technology has taken off, and vehicle manufacturers are inching closer and closer to making autonomous vehicles a reality for consumers. Volkswagen stands out amongst others in its commitment to putting technology at the forefront. They even created […]
Safety for Everyone: A Look at How Honda Prioritizes Your Safety Behind the Wheel
A quick trip to your local car dealer and you’ll discover that Honda offers one of the most impressive safety suites in the industry. Known as the Honda Sensing suite, this toolkit is designed to engineer confidence behind the wheel. Honda Sensing equips the new Honda lineup with a variety of tools to extend your […]
How Google Improves The 2022 GMC Yukon’s Infotainment Suite
Infotainment is big business in the world of the automotive industry. It used to be second-tier guesswork and forgettable features in the yesteryears; afterthoughts by consumers who maybe were only concerned about radio, CD, or MP3 players. But in recent times, the infotainment accouterments have taken on a life of their own. It’s not just […]
Why CPO Buyers Should Care About Nissan Connect
Staying connected is a facet of life we can’t let go of–it’s ingrained in our daily lives. More recently, vehicles have become something of a companion piece to our need for connectivity. An example of this is Nissan Connect, which is a suite of features designed around entertainment, security, and communication. Although it’s not exactly […]
How the UN Killed Cool Cars
November 12, 2008: a date that will live in infamy for the unimaginably small number of automotive enthusiasts who are aware of it. That was the month that the death sentence was announced for automotive style by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE). If you fondly remember the unique styling of the aggressive […]
What You Need to Know About the 2022 Honda Accord Hybrid
The 1970s brought disco music, Star Wars, and the age of Atari to the masses. The 1970s also saw the release of the Honda Accord–one of the most revered sedans ever created. Of course, nearly everything is different now than it was fifty years ago, and yes, the 1970s were fifty years ago. The goal […]
8 Tricks to Get the Most from Your Hybrid
With gas prices hitting record highs and all signs indicating they might continue going up, a lot of people are looking for ways to boost fuel efficiency and skip the gas pump as much as possible. If you drive a hybrid, then the good news is that you’ve already taken the first step in boosting […]
Do’s and Don’ts of Hypermiling
I’ve got bad news, and I’ve got good news. The bad is that gas prices have reached record highs, and they’re likely to keep going up for a while. The good news is that each year brings us closer to everyone driving vehicles that don’t need gas in the first place. Until then, however, we’re […]
A Deep Dive into Chevy’s Electric Future
You won’t be able to turn on the TV without seeing a commercial for one or drive past your local Chevy dealership without noticing a giant banner broadcasting one either. We’re talking about an EV, and the truth is electric vehicles are the wave of the future, with more models being introduced with each passing […]
7 Biggest GMC Yukon Changes Over The Years Leading Up To 2022
SUVs are always getting refreshed, upgraded, and improved to stay relevant. When it comes to the GMC Yukon, many of the changes in recent years are refinements or enhancements that help keep the SUV one step ahead of the competition. With the 2022 GMC Yukon adding a number of new features to the line-up, it […]
Upgrade Your Commute: The Top 9 Luxury SUV Features
How far is your daily commute to work? In 2019, the average one-way commute in the United States reached an all-time high of 27.6 minutes. This means that many drivers spend at least an hour behind the wheel each day. The clock ticks on when you consider traffic, accidents, school drop-offs and pick-ups, errands, and […]
The Silverado EV: Another Competitor Enters the Ring
The auto industry is betting big on EVs right now. It seems you can’t swing a charging cable without hitting another EV startup or take a drive without hearing another traditional manufacturer announce that it is phasing out internal combustion engines. However, while Tesla has certainly proven that EVs are more than viable for luxury […]
4 Unique Times Volkswagen Was Very Impressive on the Track
Volkswagen may have gracefully bowed out of motorsports, but it’s not like all the fans of the brand have bowed out with them. There are a lot of people still excited about and enthralled with the concept of Volkswagens being used to race, whether it be on the drag strip, in rallies, or around various […]
The 8 Best Automotive Technologies
Each year seems to bring updated technology to the automotive world, whether it’s improvements to efficiency, performance, comfort, or safety. Some of these updates are subtle, the kind you may appreciate without fully knowing it’s there. Other updates seem to transform vehicles overnight, launching them into the future at an accelerated pace. The vehicles at […]