It’s easy to be mesmerized by good looks. Whether it’s a human, a horse, a house or a car, most everyone will admit being blinded by beauty at least once, discovering that beneath that flawless, lovely façade lurks nothing but trouble and heartbreak. Shopping for used cars is a common scenario for this deception, […]
Annnnd we’re back. AutoInfluence with all of your current auto news headlines for the week of June 28th. And FINALLY. What a week it was! We have rumors of one iconic muscle cars’s retirement, FCA change-ups, Tesla firefighting, results of this year’s American Made Index, Porsche electrification and the rumor of one model’s death […]
Today on AutoInfluence, we touch on one of the most oft-debated topic in recent years: the six-figure pickup truck (as often discussed in current auto news headlines). At the risk of using a phrase out of context to mark the passage of time, we were living in a pre-9/11 world when Ford first served up […]
Today on AutoInfluence, we shine the spotlight on Toyota, and the wide net that they are casting to pursue leadership in autonomy. If you think back to High School, how well do you remember English Lit class? Don’t worry, we’re not here expecting you to recite Shakespeare, but you might remember the fact that – […]
The 2020 Jeep Gladiator feels like its been a staple of conversation for the better part of two years now, and that ever-building sense of anticipation is finally paying off as Gladiators begin to hit showrooms and dealer lots everywhere. This expansion of the Jeep lineup is notable for a number of reasons. First, […]
It’s hard to find someone who isn’t passionate about SUVs: Most people either love them or hate them. Briefly viewed as a passing fad, annual sales of new SUVs rose from $5.6 million to $8.3 million between 2007 and 2017, compared with car sales dropping from $7.9 million to $6.1 million during the same period. […]
The pickup truck exists within a league of their own as a master of utility, while at the same time offering a level of power that you’d be hard-pressed to find elsewhere. Drawing the attention of road-trippers, cargo-haulers, and horsepower junkies, it’s clear that the pickup truck isn’t going anywhere. Two vehicles that embody what […]
It’s no secret that new cars are expensive; most people view them as a major investment and spend a great deal of time focusing on research to get the best vehicle they can for their money. As a way to combat the increasing prices of new vehicles, a lot of people turn to buying used […]
These days, there are more ways than ever before for you to buy a vehicle. You can go to a conventional dealership and pickup up a new or used model, you can go through online listings from private sellers looking to sell their old vehicles, and you can even use the internet to find […]
Annnnnnd we’re back…AutoInfluence with a relatively slow week in terms of current auto news. And that’s okay, because it’s the first day of Summer, and you have better things to do, we’re sure. Hell, if we’re being completely honest, we have five racks of ribs, 10 lbs of chicken, 7.5 lbs of beef jerky […]
Drivers who are interested in space, style, and functionality have many options to choose from. When looking at the different vehicles on the market, GMC and Ford models often catch drivers’ eyes. If comparing the 2019 GMC Acadia vs 2019 Ford Explorer, potential buyers will notice that each of these SUVs have some similarities, […]
For a long time, the image that came to mind when we thought about an SUV was something big and bulky that took up a lot of room in the driveway and guzzled up gasoline. Convenient for things like leg room and storage, but perhaps not the most versatile or practical for today’s loaded schedules […]
Ready for a new Jeep Wrangler or Grand Cherokee? Let’s get it right out of the way immediately and say this: buying a new Jeep, or any vehicle, is a hassle. It’s stressful, costly and often doesn’t make it clear if you’re getting the best possible deal for yourself. And while many dealerships and […]
For buyers looking to get into a new Kia, lease deals may be a more attractive option than buying outright. Leasing is perfect for drivers who are inclined to trade in the car every few years in order to stay in a newer vehicle, or those who don’t drive many miles in a given year. […]
Each year it seems more and more drivers are choosing vehicles from the subcompact SUV class, and for good reason. These SUVs offer excellent handling and fill the void between sedans and larger SUVs. But, which subcompact SUV is the right choice for you? Two vehicles in this class that are commonly compared are […]
Trying to decide between the 2019 Buick Encore vs 2019 Mazda CX-3? Both the Encore and CX-3 are excellent vehicles in the subcompact SUV class. They are stylish, advanced, easy to maneuver and offer plenty of onboard technology. However, there are some major differences between these two SUVs. Each vehicle features varying standard features, performance […]
Chevrolet stepped up their game with this pickup truck that offers eight different trim levels, one for every kind of driver. Whether you need your truck for towing, driving around family, hauling goods on (or to) the job site, or just off-roading, Chevy has created something within those trim levels for you. Here the […]
Annnnd we’re back. AutoInfluence here with all of your automotive news going into Fathers Day Weekend. But before we get to the individual headlines, a quick follow-up on last week’s threat of tariffs being placed on Mexican manufacturing – a story which all but moved forward mere minutes after we had posted the previous episode […]
When it comes to luxury vehicles, Cadillac has been a continued staple within the industry. Their flagship SUV, the Cadillac Escalade, a household name. That said, the Escalade isn’t the only model in the Cadillac family lineup that deserves some thorough recognition. Introducing the 2019 Cadillac XT5, the sleek and stylish little brother to […]
So, your credit has taken a hit. Or maybe, like a lot of us, it was never that great, to begin with. Perhaps you are just starting out, and you have little to no credit. That does not mean that you cannot get a car loan. There are options out there for bad credit […]
