Buying a used car is one of the smartest decisions you can make if it’s done correctly. I’ve been through a few used cars since acquiring my license, which can be looked at as either a good experience or me picking bad cars. My 25-year-old self assumes its a combination of both. Mistake #1: […]
Chevrolet is revealing itself as the new big bad wolf with the release of the 2019 Chevy Tahoe, positioning itself as an upper-echelon contender in the heavyweight ring. The Tahoe does not compromise, but there is nothing “unnecessary” included. The Tahoe has plenty of power and drive options, more than enough cargo space, and […]
Next year’s models are starting to pop up already, and along with them comes the 2020 Kia Telluride. Designed in the spirit of adventure and named after a town in the Rocky Mountains, the Telluride is meant to be the perfect all-around crossover sport utility vehicle. Boasting a bunch of standard features as well […]
You’ve seen the big ol’ monster trucks on TV, laying waste to everything they drive over. Well, if you’re looking to get your truck higher off the ground but not quite that much, installing a lift kit might be the answer. A big lifted truck looks rugged and will surely turn some heads, but there […]
What do you look for in a great car? A great style? The perfect finely tuned engine? Plenty of intuitive safety and infotainment features? A lot goes into finding the right car, and with so many factors at play, and so many manufacturers and models to deal with, it can be difficult to sift […]
Annnd we’re back, AutoInfluence making up for some lost time with our first episode of the month of August, and all your current auto news headlines. Has it been two weeks? Don’t blame it on sunshine. Don’t blame it on the moonlight. Don’t blame it on the good times. Just blame it on […]
What do the Jeep Wrangler, the Volkswagen Beetle, and the Kia Soul have in common? Mechanically, not much. You are not likely to see a Beetle doing any off-roading, and there were probably not many Wranglers at Woodstock in 1969. One is American, one German and one Korean. So what, if anything, do they […]
Cincinnati has a booming construction scene, with a lot of development happening downtown and in the surrounding area. Whether it’s the renovation of an old structure, a completely new development going up, or major remodeling to turn something that was into what will be, you’re likely to see a lot of commercial vehicles driving […]
What can you say about the truck segment, as a whole, that hasn’t been said before? Well, for the first time in a long time, there seems to be plenty to say – or at least, plenty to talk about. Enough with recounting the century-plus role of the pickup in our collective cultural mindset. No […]
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’, […]
Safety is possibly one of the most rapidly changing aspects of the automotive experience. In the past, safety was fairly straightforward involving protective features like seatbelts, airbags, and the like. While these features work wonders in protecting drivers in the event of a crash, they did little in the way of actually preventing the crash […]
Shopping for a used vehicle can be quite the process, and part of that process is finding a dealership you can trust. Not doing your research on a dealership can be just as detrimental as not properly researching the car you’re looking for. If not buying from a reputable source, you run the risk of […]
If you’re searching for a new Ford for sale, you may want to take a step back and consider the used car lot first. Although new Fords have the latest technology and features, there’s nothing that quite stands up to the coolness-factor of classic Mustang. Mustangs have become an integral part of our pop […]
Picking out a new car is never easy, but picking the style of car you want to buy should be. SUVs are a very popular option, though their price tag tends to inspire buying them used. SUVs provide a versatile option for those who are looking to do a little more than just driving […]
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 […]
One of the great things about the modern Chevy lineup is that there really is something for everyone. A lot of other manufacturers pick a half dozen markets or vehicle types and stick to that – but with Chevy, there are a lot of options whether you want a car, truck, or SUV. With that […]
Let me be quite clear. My name would never make its way on a list of those who favor Ford or GM trucks. As a tried-and-true Mopar guy, RAM has always been my home base and is likely always to be. Thus, it’s always an exciting exercise when I’m tasked with exploring the pros […]
The sports utility vehicle or SUV could arguably be considered the most popular kind of vehicle on the market today. Of the top-selling vehicles on the market today, SUVs make up a majority. Recognized for their utility, power, and overall comfort, the SUV body type is popular for good reason. And as these vehicles transition […]
Whether you drive a car, truck, or SUV, your vehicle’s alignment should be important to you. The alignment of your tires has a huge impact on how your vehicle handles when you drive, the wear and tear on your tires and other systems, and how easy it is for you to relax and cruise […]
Annnnd we’re back. AutoInfluence with all of your current auto news headlines for the week of July 26th. This includes the all-electric F-150, the Silverado 1500 Diesel, and California Emissions standards taking home a big win thanks to a few automakers in particular. In fact, let’s get that last one out of the way […]
