For years, Toyota has been the brand known for its exceptional value, so you might not be surprised to find that the Chevy Tahoe is many experts’ pick for the best value in a large SUV. With fantastic performance, even better prices, and packages that do not disappoint, the Tahoe offers so much more than […]
Large SUVs are a special breed. These are hefty vehicles that host big engines, sprawling interiors, and when developed properly, come with so many features that it’ll make your head spin. While they often don’t exist within the luxury category, plenty can be equipped with add-ons that put them in competition with more luxurious brands. […]
Savvy car buyers seeking a vehicle that doesn’t break the bank but still offers a fun driving experience and desirable features have a few surprising options. Though car prices are becoming as onerous as mortgage loans, some car manufacturers are making choices to offer vehicles that don’t require you to drive a vehicle dating back […]
Toyota keeps making it easier for us to save the environment, and in the process, feel better about ourselves. The Toyota Highlander is all-new for the 2020 model year and features a hybrid model with impressive fuel efficiency, especially for a midsize SUV. This is the kind of efficiency you would expect from a compact […]
Toyota is one of the most popular auto manufacturers on the planet, which is part of the reason for its stellar resale value across all models. One of the other reasons is, of course, that Toyota’s generally last a long time. They just keep going, so you know when you search “Toyota dealership near me,” […]
The 2020 Toyota RAV4 does not need much of an introduction. For years it has been the most popular SUV in America, with over 400,000 RAV4s being sold in 2019 alone. In fact, the Toyota RAV4 is not only the best-selling SUV on the market, but it has also stolen the Toyota Camry’s long-held […]
Whether you want to admit it or not, alternative fuel options are becoming the norm. Even if climate change isn’t on your list of worldly concerns, saving money at the gas pump most certainly is. The year 2020 is bringing around a lot more vehicles with alternative fuel options, but Toyota remains the leader […]
Generally, if you want a pickup truck then you should buy American. However, there is one exception to that rule––the Toyota Tacoma. Closely related to the legendary Toyota Hilux, the Toyota Tacoma has long been one of the most successful midsize pickups on the market. And with the latest model year, it has just gotten […]
When most people think of a Toyota, the first thing to come to mind is a reliable, family-oriented vehicle, such as a Camry or RAV4. But when it comes to a model that will get the pulse racing and raise the question, “where’s the closest Toyota dealer near me?” The standout model is, without doubt, the […]
The Ford Ranger is a true American classic. While it went away for a few years, the Ford Ranger debuted in the early 1980s as a light-duty pickup. Slotted to offer truck buyers a smaller option than the F-series lineup of pickups, the Ranger took over for the even smaller Ford Courier. With its reintroduction […]
Small trucks have really gotten more popular in recent years, with many folks seeing the utility in having a vehicle that can marry significant towing and payload capabilities, with the ease and comfort of driving a smaller vehicle than the larger pickup trucks available today. Let’s face it; not everyone is cut out to drive […]
With 2019 behind us, and moving ever further in the past, cars that were once brand new in the previous year, are slowly starting to crop up in used car lots across the country. This is hardly an issue, particularly for a driver who’s hoping to drive home in something that is almost as good […]
Let’s start with the most important thing about owning a truck: it owns the road. Little in life is as satisfying as knowing you have a vehicle that can tow anything, tackle any mountain, off-road like a workhorse, haul just about any gear you need, and even has all the comforts of luxury sedans. […]
Compact SUVs are a dime a dozen nowadays, crowding freeways, byways, and parking lots everywhere. Some are great, and others miss the mark by miles. With so many options to choose from, many potential buyers can find themselves overwhelmed quite quickly. While this is hardly an issue in any capacity, it can be difficult to […]
Whenever a vehicle – regardless of make, model, body style or strengths – ascends to represent an entire segment, there comes the inevitable speculation as to which new offering will be the first to step up and take their crown away. These days there are no shortage of articles making mention of ‘Raptor-Killers’ and ‘Tesla-Killers’, […]
When you get behind the wheel of a modern SUV there are a lot of things you ought to expect. Cargo space and durability are only the tip of the iceberg. When you examine what makes a great SUV ‘great’ with a fine-toothed comb, you’ll find that there are more factors at play. There […]
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 […]
Today on AutoInfluence, we shine the spotlight on Toyota, and the wide net that they are casting to pursue leadership in autonomy. If you think back to High School, how well do you remember English Lit class? Don’t worry, we’re not here expecting you to recite Shakespeare, but you might remember the fact that – […]
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 […]
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 […]
