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, […]
Toyota’s CPO Program Explained
Everyone knows that Toyotas last well beyond other models on the road. My own Corolla was stranded under a tree once after a hurricane, and it still purred like a kitten when I started it back up. Nonetheless, anyone interested in a used vehicle may be apprehensive about quality. This also applies to Toyotas, even […]
How Safe is the 2025 Jeep Compass?
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 […]
What We Love About the 2026 Chevy Equinox
You’re probably familiar with the Chevy Equinox. This compact SUV has been roaming the streets since 2003, providing drivers with just the perfect amount of room in a safe, reliable vehicle that can go the distance. Much has changed in the past two decades, and those who are looking for a Chevy Equinox for sale […]
Small SUV Showdown: Comparing the 2025 Chevy Trax, Trailblazer, and Equinox
One of the most expansive SUV lineups on the road today belongs to Chevrolet. This includes a variety of small SUVs to suit those who want crossover SUV looks and capabilities in a smaller size. While most automakers offer one or two small SUVs in their 2025 lines, Chevy has three: the Trax, Trailblazer, and […]
How Adventure-Ready Are the 2025 Sportage X-Pro and X-Pro Prestige?
Americans are seeking outdoor adventures in record numbers. According to the most recent Outdoor Participation Trends Report, 57.3% of U.S. residents age six or older, over 175 million people, take part in outdoor activities, and the average person does so over 60 times a year. While some of those adventures can be done within walking […]
Are We Really Ordering Cars on Amazon Now?
Imagine if you could buy a car the same way you buy presents for your in-laws. Hop onto Amazon, type in a few search cues, click a few buttons, scroll, “add to cart,” go through the checkout, click to confirm the purchase, and you have a car. For some drivers, this is a reality as […]
The Redesigned BMW X3 Blends Compact Luxury With Sporty Performance
For more than 20 years, the BMW X3 has proudly waved the flag as the compact entry of BMW’s famed X series. Introduced just a few years after the X5, which marked the automaker’s foray into the SUV market, the X3 eventually surpassed its big brother, regularly topping all other BMW vehicles on the annual […]
Five Fantastic Used Ford Models to Look For
When you’re shopping for a used vehicle, it makes sense to stick with a brand you trust. Used models can require more upkeep than new ones, so you want to make sure you’re getting something that was constructed well in the first place and won’t need a bunch of extra maintenance as it ages. If […]
Tariffs and the Auto Industry: May 2025 Update
It’s been a month since we last looked at the situation with tariffs and how they’re impacting the auto industry, which means quite a few things have changed. In the short term, tariffs have been nothing but bad news for the industry. Many of the tariffs put into place remain, though there have been some […]
2025 Maverick Pickup vs Escape SUV: Which Ford Is the Better Daily Driver?
When you visit your local Ford dealer, you’ll find plenty of big vehicles that are well suited to big jobs, from towing and hauling to carrying lots of passengers and cargo in their cavernous interiors. These models certainly have their place, but they aren’t right for everyone. Plenty of drivers want a truck or SUV that […]
The Eight Coolest Features of the Ford Mustang Mach-E
When Ford first announced that it was taking the name of its legendary pony car and giving it to an all-electric crossover SUV, there were plenty of skeptics and naysayers. Five years later, you can still find the Mustang Mach-E for sale at dealers across the country, and the model has a growing horde of […]
What’s the Difference Between the Honda Pilot & Honda Passport?
If you’re browsing at your local dealership and see a Honda Passport and a Honda Pilot for sale side by side, you’d be forgiven for not knowing the differences between the two models. While the latest redesign of the Passport has helped make it more visually distinct from the Pilot, they are both still midsize […]
A Guide to the World of EV Charging Port Types
In a perfect world, every EV would use the same type of charger in every situation, much like you use the same gas pump for every ICE vehicle. But much like there are USB-C cables for Android phones and Lightning cables for Apple phones, EV operators have several charging port options, and they must know […]
All About the Tech Found in the GMC Canyon
Every driver appreciates a vehicle that’s filled with all the latest tech, and the pickup truck industry showcases this perfectly in certain models. The midsize Canyon is a fan favorite for many travelers, especially those who desire better capabilities than what sedans and SUVs can offer yet don’t want to drive a cumbersome vehicle around […]
EREV vs PHEV: Is There a Real Difference or Is It All Marketing?
The world of electric vehicles is brimming with acronyms, and it’s not always easy to keep them all straight. While “EV” itself is pretty well established at this point, there are plenty of people who aren’t familiar with terms like BEV, HEV, and PHEV—and now a new member has joined the club: EREV. What do […]
What is the Future of the Ford Mustang?
Few cars have charged the imagination quite like the Ford Mustang. Since its debut at the New York World’s Fair in 1965, the Mustang has been one of the top-selling sports coupes in America, flying out of every Ford dealer across the country. Immortalized in song by Wilson Pickett’s Mustang Sally and the film Ford […]
What Does the 2025 Forester Hybrid Mean for Subaru?
There is nothing new about hybrid vehicles. These fuel-efficient models that pair a conventional gas engine with an electric motor powered by a battery pack have existed since the dawn of the 21st century. Honda introduced the Insight, its first hybrid model, to America in 1999. Toyota followed up a year later with the Prius, […]
What’s Next for Nissan After Its Failed Merger?
Nissan’s $50 billion merger with Honda fell through earlier this year after public reports of a merger were on the table back in December of 2024. The merger could have made them the third biggest automaker based on total annual sales, as noted by PBS. With the merger falling through, former CEO Makoto Uchida stepped […]
The Coolest Features of the Lexus LM Minivan and Why We Want It in the US
One of the world’s most interesting minivans isn’t currently available to US customers, and whether it ever will remains to be seen. Lexus introduced the Lexus LM hybrid minivan for the 2020 model year, followed by the second-generation model in 2024. It’s been compared to a sci-fi vehicle, a private jet on wheels, and a […]