Okay, so you’re not ready to commit to an electric or hybrid vehicle, but you are concerned about your carbon footprint and the impact your car has on the environment. You don’t have to drive an alternative-fuel vehicle to enjoy a greener, more socially conscious, automotive existence. A local service department can provide you with some […]
Year: 2015
First Look: 2015 RAM 1500 Texas Ranger Concept
Just when you thought a Dodge Ram pickup truck couldn’t be any cooler, enter the 2015 RAM 1500 Texas Ranger concept edition. Designed to honor the legendary Texas Ranger law enforcers, this truck is rugged and ready for anything. With any luck, Ram will decide to add this beauty to its production line sooner than […]
2016 Chrysler 300: What We Know So Far
The full-size luxury Chrysler 300 has built a solid reputation for high-quality design and top performance. Consumers know that they can count on its comfortable ride, smooth handling and luxury features, which has made it a consistent performer for the automaker. Details have been trickling in about the 2016 lineup for Chrysler, and we’ve been […]
The Chevy SSR – A Curious Conversion
If the El Camino was a car that thought it was a truck, the Chevy SSR was a truck that thought it was a convertible. And it was. More or less. First introduced at the Detroit auto show in 2000, the Chevy SSR, or Super Sport Roadster, received rave reviews and enough positive attention to […]
2015 Chrysler 200: 10 Things You Should Know
When it comes to mid-size family sedans, you have a lot of options. In fact, it’s one of the most crowded segments in the automotive market. It takes a special car to stand out from the pack. The 2015 Chrysler 200 is that special car. The Chrysler 200 stands out for its style, performance, affordability […]
Car Repair Tips for Women
Women are often the caretakers of the family home and finances, and they are increasingly taking on the responsibility of tending to the family car maintenance and repairs. According to the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence, more than 65 percent of auto repair shop customers are women. Yet despite the growing number of women […]
2016 Mitsubishi Outlander: What We Know So Far
The Mitsubishi Outlander has been providing consistent performance in one stylish package since it was first introduced in 2001. Mitsubishi gave the popular mid-size crossover an update last year, and now the Outlander is set to get another design overhaul for next year’s model. The 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander was officially unveiled last month at the […]
Factors That Can Increase Your Auto Repair Costs
Most people only consider the cost of buying a car and keeping it filled with gas when they think about the cost of car ownership. Sure, they know that they’ll need maintenance like oil changes and may have to get the occasional repair, but they seem like inconsequential expenses when they are spread out over […]
7 Reasons Why It’s Better to Buy a Truck Used Over New
Dodge RAM trucks are some of the toughest and most dependable trucks you can buy. The newest models also have luxury features like navigation systems, rearview cameras, and advanced audio systems at improve your experience. Your truck can be more than a work horse — it can offer an amazing ride wrapped up in a […]
Fun and Amazing Facts About Tires
Okay, so tires aren’t exactly sweeping the nation as a source of amazement. The only fun they offer is when you’re behind the wheel. And not behind the wheel in a chasing it with a stick on your way to the soda fountain kind of way, but behind the wheel as in the steering […]
The Epic History of the Dodge Viper
The Dodge Viper entered the automotive arena just like any other–as a concept car. Fawned over by the attendees after its much-anticipated unveiling at Detroit’s 1989 North American International Auto Show, the dream became a production reality three years later. Unlike some dreams that come true, this fantasy didn’t disappoint, delighting enthusiasts and dealers, like […]
5 Coolest Toyota Cars Ever Made
Back in 2012, Toyota changed up its advertising slogan from 2004’s “Moving Forward,” to “Let’s Go Places.” These five coolest Toyota-brand cars have successfully done both; moved forward in technology and innovation, and traveled many places. From the mountain passes of Japan to the bright lights of Hollywood, Toyota has moved into a place of […]
5 Supercars Worth More Used Than New
It’s no secret that a car starts to depreciate the second you drive it off the lot. It’s like the automotive equivalent of the idea that the second we are born we begin to die. Drive a brand new Lexus lease off the lot and it’s already worth less than it was only moments before. […]
Why You Should Never Buy Used Tires
The cost of owning a car can certainly add up over time. Just when you’ve replaced your battery, you learn that it’s time for an alignment. Right after you’ve replaced some belts, you find out that you need new tires. Treating your car well and getting the recommended maintenance on time is the best way […]
The Kia GT Concept: Everything You Need to Know
A few years ago, Kia introduced a concept for a sporty sedan, a key model that was missing from its lineup. There has been very little chatter about the concept since then — until now, that is. Information was revealed this week that the GT could move from concept to reality at a Kia dealer […]
Why We Love the Chevy Cobalt SS
To innovators, designers and engineers, employment in the automotive industry must prove a finicky mistress of sorts. On some occasions, a particular model will prove enduring in its success, transcending generations in its evolving appeal. On other occasions, however, a particular model might only exist as a proverbial flash-in-the-pan, fading from a lineup as […]
History of the Chevy El Camino: The Car That Thought it was a Truck
Among the first hybrid vehicles in the history of the automotive industry, the Chevrolet El Camino, a combination car-truck, featured the practicality of a pickup truck, while maintaining performance car status. Chevy dealers across the U.S. showcase vintage models like the El Camino in their showrooms, while awaiting a possible new release. Church and Chattel […]
Remembering the Dodge Stealth: the American Car from Japan
It’s no secret that two heads are better than one. History is rife with famous partnerships: Lewis and Clark, Bonnie and Clyde, Sonny and Cher, Simon and Garfunkel, Bert and Ernie…the list goes on and on and the automotive industry is no stranger to strategic partnerships. Take a look at the Dodge Stealth, created by […]
2016 Kia Sorento: Everything You Need to Know
The Kia Sorento has received a major and complete makeover, resulting in rave reviews from industry experts, automotive journalists, and Crossover enthusiasts. Your local Kia car dealer is the best place to see it up close and get more information about purchase and lease deals on the 2016 Kia Sorento and see what all the fuss is about.
Jeep Accessories for Zombie Apocalypse
We all have a plan for the pending zombie apocalypse (or at least you should). You know how you will hole up in your home or where you will go to seek shelter. You know what you’ll do to get food and water, and you know who you’ll try to have on your team to […]