If you’re thinking of heading to your local Toyota dealer to buy your next car, truck, or SUV, you’re probably already familiar with the Japanese automaker’s lineup. But how much do you know about the coverage that Toyota offers? Knowing about this coverage is the first step to taking advantage of its benefits after you […]
Is the Silverado 2500 HD a Better Deal Than the Silverado 1500?
When you’re looking for a new truck, like almost everything in life, you want to get the most for your money. There are many reasons for this, from a higher resale value to having more performance and tech options at your disposal. The question of a great deal doesn’t just extend from model to model […]
The 2025 Tucson: Hyundai’s Compact Crossover Gets a Facelift
When Hyundai introduced the Tucson compact crossover SUV in 2004, it quickly became a reliable part of their lineup, appealing to value-conscious people who wanted smooth handling and high storage capabilities even from a smaller vehicle. Since the late 2010s, though, the Tucson’s popularity has exploded as part of a larger shift in buying habits […]
Scout Motors Revealed: The Rebirth and Future of This Iconic Automotive Brand
Earlier this year, I wrote about the unexpected return of the Scout automotive nameplate, which was Jeep’s biggest off-road challenger in the 1960s and 1970s before a combination of factors led to its untimely end. Volkswagen announced the revival of Scout Motors in 2022 to produce EVs inspired by the original SUV lineup; when I […]
Standing Out in the Crowd: The (Not So) Secret Power and Appeal of the Kia Sportage
What’s the largest class of vehicles in the automotive landscape? In terms of physical size, that’s debatable, but in terms of industry “size” the answer is clear. The industry is saturated with versatile SUVs, each promising plenty of excitement in the driver’s seat courtesy of well-equipped cabins, innovative technologies, and engaging powertrains. From American marquees […]
Best Used Chevy Trucks for Off-Roaders
If you’re looking for a truck that can head off-road, you’re living in a time of plenty. It seems like just about every automaker that makes trucks makes rugged variants specifically designed for tearing up the trails these days, and now the trend has been going on long enough that you don’t have to shell […]
The Best Luxury Features of the 2025 GMC Sierra Denali & Denali Ultimate
So, you need a new pickup truck for your daily life. Your job, hobbies, or maybe both, call for a pickup bed, all-wheel drive, a big engine, and solid towing powers. That’s what you need, but let’s talk about what you want. You want a luxury vehicle that makes you feel like a VIP each […]
The 2025 Prius Plug-In: Is It the Smartest Buy in the Current Sedan Market?
Toyota made history in the late 1990s when it debuted the Prius in Japan, introducing the world to the first mass-produced hybrid. By the new millennium, Toyota dealers across the United States welcomed the Prius to their lots and officially introduced us to a new era of hybrid performance. Today, the 2025 Prius Plug-In continues […]
A True Maverick: 2025 Ford Maverick Updates
The Maverick is a cool, smaller truck. I’ll just come right and say that I like it a lot. Somehow, it finds a way of capturing the appeal of a full-size truck in a compact truck’s body. When you see it next to larger trucks––even midsize trucks––you notice the size difference, and it’s clear that […]
Are Driver Assistance Features Getting Too Intrusive?
Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) are all the rage among automakers. An updated 2024 report from the Partnership for Analytics Research in Traffic Safety (PARTS)—a collaboration between the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and major automakers—found that as of the 2023 model year, six of 14 major driver assist features were found on at […]
How Can Chevy Save the Trailblazer?
Chevy has a problem in their lineup, which is somewhat surprising because they’ve mostly fine-tuned their selection of vehicles to offer something for just about everyone. They have models in the majority of popular classes right now, including a midsize truck, several full-size trucks, and an abundance of SUVs in all shapes and sizes. That […]
What Makes the New Buick Envision a Luxury SUV?
That’s a great question, but the answer comes down to more than just one or two simple things to point to. The elements that have enhanced the updated Buick Envision as a more luxurious SUV are comprehensive and found across the vehicle, inside and out. Note that Buick didn’t completely redesign the Envision for the […]
How Sporty Are Ford Escape’s ST-Line Trims?
It’s interesting how trim packages have evolved. Perhaps there was once a time when there were “luxury cars” and “budget cars”, but now so many vehicles cast their nets widely so as to cover the whole gambit (from budget to luxury) under one nameplate. Most vehicles have a baseline trim, which provides enough nice features […]
The Rise and Fall of the DCT
It wasn’t too long ago that the dual-clutch transmission (DCT) was the darling of the automotive industry. After Volkswagen became the first major automaker to add a DCT to a mass-market car in 2003, other brands like Ford, Dodge, BMW, Fiat, Audi, and Skoda jumped on the bandwagon, releasing new transmission designs based on the […]
Standard Tech Features of the 2025 Equinox That Put You in Command
If you’ve been planning on checking out a 2025 Chevy Equinox for sale, you probably already know that it’s a compact SUV with AWD capabilities and a nice towing capacity to boot. You probably also know that it comes in several well-planned trims, appealing to a variety of drivers, from practical commuters to performance enthusiasts. […]
Compact Yet Spacious: Consider a Used Honda CR-V
When it comes to the rather packed compact SUV segment, one model consistently stands out for its balance of value, performance, and dependability: the Honda CR-V. If you’re in the market for a used compact SUV but aren’t quite sure which model will best fit your needs, let me make it easy for you: searching […]
Jeep Wagoneer Tech Features That Improve Connectivity and Safety
In today’s digitally-focused world, it’s hard to go anywhere without being influenced by technology in one way or another. For that reason, technology sometimes gets a bad rap, but the truth is that it can be highly beneficial in many cases, including when you’re on the road. After all, it’s the seamless connection between your […]
Trust the Truck: What Ford’s T3 Project Means for the Future of the Brand
Ford has always been a go-getter. After all, it’s the brand that’s responsible for producing America’s best-selling pickup truck for the past 48 years and counting. This automaker got its start at the beginning of the automotive industry and has been one of the top-selling brands ever since. It’s no surprise that the Blue Oval […]
Venturing Beyond the Pavement With Chevy’s ACTIV Lineup
I ventured into the off-roading realm years ago, taking my place as a newb among a caravan of veterans in vehicles adorned with skid plates, snorkels, suspension lifts, rock rails, massive tires, and a host of gear, from air compressors and extra fuel to recovery tools. These vehicles were nothing like the models sitting on […]
Tesla Hits Hollywood, Debuts Robotaxi at “We, Robot” Event
From “The Matrix” and “Interstellar” to “Blade Runner” and more, Warner Brothers Studios has long specialized in providing compelling—and occasionally terrifying—visions of the future. This track record, plus the surplus of props and ready-made backdrops, made Warner Brothers’ Burbank, California studios the ideal place for Tesla to unveil its own take on the future of […]