Walk into any used car dealership, and you usually hear the same soundtrack: sales pitches, odometer debates, and that tiny voice in your head whispering, “What if this thing starts making haunted dishwasher noises next week?” Now, imagine approaching this situation with your significant other, who just so happens to be a highly skilled mechanic. […]
For a certain type of automotive purist, there’s just no substitute for the hearty roar of a beefy V8, or even the high-pitched whistle of a turbocharger as it spools up to provide a V6 or I-4 engine with an extra boost of power. That creates a bit of an issue in the EV segment. […]
Jeep’s been in a bit of trouble, facing a decline in U.S. sales for six consecutive years. Many dealers are still backlogged with 2024 Jeep models they couldn’t move, making it hard to make space for newer models, like a 2026 Jeep Cherokee for sale now. When drivers see brand-new two-year-old models on a lot, […]
Over the last ten years or so, it’s been hard to find a car manufacturer that hasn’t been focusing on making more electric vehicles. It’s almost felt as if someone announced an unofficial race to see which car brand could go fully electric first, and every major player, including Honda, lined up to run. Between […]
This year marks a slightly sorrowful one for the electric vehicle world because Tesla has announced it will be discontinuing the Model S. Today, you’re probably so used to seeing the Model S cruising around whichever town or city you’re in that you barely notice it. Now, it’s a slice of automotive history that just […]
AutoInfluence is excited to report some breaking news: the minivan still exists in 2026. While the family-focused segment has lost a significant share of its customer base to traditional SUVs and crossovers, minivans have actually seen a bit of a bump in recent years. Sales have been buoyed by a new generation of Millennial parents […]
Over the last decade, Toyota has been something of an outlier in the EV segment. While other brands have rushed headlong into all-electric vehicles, Toyota has taken a more measured approach. In fact, the automaker unveiled its first EV in 2023 with the debut of its first “Beyond Zero” (bZ) model, the bZ4X compact crossover. […]
Since its March 2014 debut, Apple CarPlay has redefined the phone-based in-vehicle infotainment experience. By allowing iPhone and iPad owners to “screen mirror” their devices on compatible cars and motorcycles — more than 800 models as of this writing, plus aftermarket units that add CarPlay to those that don’t — drivers can listen to music, […]
Since the reintroduction of the Chevy Blazer in 2019, this midsize SUV has gained a passionate following for its mix of everyday practicality, pony-car performance, and style inspired by the late, great Camaro. As a more powerful and aggressive alternative to the Equinox, it’s a vehicle made for drawing attention—a philosophy punctuated by the arrival […]
Honda has upped its off-road profile as of late, equipping popular SUVs like the Passport and Pilot with new TrailSport trims, adding rugged, adventure-ready upgrades like all-terrain tires, skid plates, an off-road stability management system, and an off-road-tuned suspension with improved ground clearance. These models allow drivers to spend the day exploring new territory and […]
Buying a car used to be a simple transaction. You might do some haggling at the dealership and sign a mountain of paperwork, but at least you left with the certainty that you owned every component of the vehicle you just purchased. However, as time goes on, a car sale is becoming less about owning […]
A few months ago, I was facing that dreaded day. It was time to get my next car. I have always had anxiety around car shopping because I worry that I’ll be pressured, taken advantage of, and ultimately not know what I’m doing and get a bad deal. I was so worried about buying my […]
Stellantis raised a few eyebrows in early 2026 with the announcement that it was axing its plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models. It’s a major reversal on the part of the world’s third-largest automaker, which, as of late 2025, actually led the segment, with the Wrangler 4xe representing the market’s most popular PHEV. Stellantis isn’t alone. Other […]
Many readers, especially the millennials who were their target demographic, remember the Scion brand of automobiles once produced by Toyota. Created in the early 2000s to attract younger car buyers, Scion focused on small, sporty cars that were trendy and stylish, had great performance, and didn’t follow the established rules of sales and marketing. The […]
Many new vehicles come with a wireless charging pad that lets people charge their smartphones without a cord. But what if you could do the same thing for an entire car? Drivers worldwide are on the verge of finding out. Automakers, independent companies, and research firms are working diligently to develop wireless EV charging technology, […]
Recently, U.S. drivers have been hearing a lot about microcars. Defined as a very small car with an engine of 700cc (0.7L) or less, these tiny cars first became popular in the mid-20th century and are now seeing a resurgence in Europe and China as modern EVs. They’ve been trumpeted as a practical, efficient urban […]
The LS has been the flagship sedan of the Lexus lineup since its introduction to the North American market in 1989. As the first-ever release from Toyota’s luxury brand, the LS400 quickly earned a reputation for bringing Japanese luxury sedans to a level on par with the great luxury car manufacturers of Europe, with […]
The three-row crossover class is one of the industry’s most competitive segments, but the cream always rises to the top. Just take the Chevy Traverse for sale. The popular SUV has quietly become America’s bestselling three-row, FWD model, logging more than 100,000 sales through the third quarter of 2025. That number sees the Chevy outpace […]
Cadillac’s electric compact SUV was introduced fairly recently, debuting for the 2025 model year. You’d be forgiven for thinking that a Cadillac OPTIQ for sale today is pretty much the same as the original, since models don’t typically get many changes during their second year on the market. But, as is sometimes the case with […]
Honda’s three-row midsize Pilot has always been a family-friendly workhorse, but for 2026, it gets a bold new look and technological upgrades. It also leans further into the brand’s mission to “ruggedify” its lineup. As part of that focus, the refreshed Pilot (particularly its TrailSport trim) offers competent off-road capability, enabling it to tackle the […]
