The Volkswagen Microbus is a vehicle that needs no introduction. Baby Boomers remember the VW bus as an icon of 1960s and 1970s counterculture. Around the time that the “hippie” was rising to prominence in the American zeitgeist, the German van was easy to find used at a good price, and its large side panels […]
Author: Sheila O’Neill
Sheila was born in California and went to college in New York to get a degree in writing. She has since driven between the two states on more than one occasion behind the wheel of her Honda Civic, which she bought new and has now had for nearly ten years, racking up over 80,000 miles. Together, Sheila and her beloved car have visited Wall Drug in South Dakota, the Cadillac Ranch in Texas, The House on the Rock in Wisconsin, and a countless number of “world’s largest” items, including the largest rubber stamp, fork, pencil, wind chime, and bottle of ketchup.
Why Did VW Delay the Launch of the ID.7?
Volkswagen released the ID.4 for the 2021 model year, taking a chance on debuting their first global EV and first all-electric SUV. In the years since the ID.4 has been a success. It was the fifth best-selling EV in the United States in 2023 and has won a host of awards. The ID.4 has been […]
Volkswagen’s Chattanooga Plant Unionizes: What Does It Mean for the Auto Industry?
There must be something to the old saying, “The third time’s the charm.” United Auto Workers (UAW), one of the largest unions in North America, has plenty of members who work in the automotive industry in northern states, but spreading to the South has been rocky. Thanks to strong anti-union sentiment in southern states, previous […]
Is the 2025 Ram 1500 Tungsten the New Face of Luxury Trucks?
If you’ve been keeping an eye on Ram trucks for sale over the past decade or so, you’ve probably noticed some big changes. By the end of the 2010s, the Ram 1500 was lauded for its impressive ride quality and powerful engine options, but it was also garnering criticism for its exterior styling and interior […]
What Buick’s China-Only Sedans Might Mean for America
If you head to your local Buick dealer here in the States, you’re going to find a lineup that includes a few SUVs and… that’s it. There are different sizes and different trims, but with similar styling across a lineup that only has one body style, it’s easy to wonder: what happened to all the […]
A Look Back on the 10th Generation of the Honda Accord
If you’re looking at a used Honda Accord for sale, odds are good that it’s a tenth-generation model. This generation ran from the 2018 model year to the 2022 model year, and in that relatively short time, it brought a fair amount of changes to the popular midsize sedan. How exactly did this generation leave […]
What the 2024 Charger Daytona Means for Dodge
Browsing around your local Dodge dealer, you can expect to see some big numbers when looking at stats like horsepower and torque. Dodge has long been known for its muscle cars and makes sure you know the high levels of power that its engines can crank out. But while these stats are often far above […]
Battle of the EV Pickups: Ford F-150 Lightning vs Tesla Cybertruck vs Rivian R1T
Full-size pickup trucks have traditionally been painted as gas-guzzlers, but with electrification coming for a wider and wider variety of vehicles, that’s no longer necessarily true. All-electric automakers Tesla and Rivian are trying to shake up the market with the Cybertruck and R1T, respectively, but they aren’t the only game in town. If you want […]
The Jeep Compass Enters the Spotlight
While the general public largely associates the name “Jeep” with the plucky Wrangler, fans of the brand know that there’s a solid lineup of SUVs produced by the automaker and may be sad to hear that the lineup will be getting a bit smaller for the 2024 model year. Both the Renegade and the Cherokee […]
What Does the Ford/Tesla Supercharger Deal Mean for Mach-E Owners?
If you’ve been eyeing a Ford Mustang Mach-E for sale recently, or if you’re already driving one, then you might have heard about the deal Ford struck with Tesla in 2023, allowing Ford EVs to use Tesla charging stations. That’s great news for Mach-E drivers since it expands the number of locations where you can […]
Has the Enclave Avenir Restored Buick’s Position as a Premium Brand?
General Motors is a big company with several brands under its belt. Each of these brands caters to a specific demographic and has a distinct style and feel. Chevrolet’s vehicles are mostly affordable and focus on reliability first and foremost; Cadillac, on the other hand, has a lineup of swanky vehicles that come with all […]
As Good As New: Certified Pre-Owned Cars
If you’ve ever looked for a used car for sale, you’ve probably learned about a variety of programs that manufacturers, dealerships, and other sellers provide for their customers. Some used vehicles are just that, used, and can come with existing issues. Other used cars have been inspected and cleaned, or there are even cars that […]
Five Obscure Used Trucks Worth Knowing About
When you’re out looking at used trucks for sale, you’re sure to see the usual suspects pop up repeatedly. In recent years, we have started to see more variety thanks to the rise of off-road-focused models and a resurgence of midsize and compact pickups. Still, once you get to know the main players in the […]
The 6 Most Popular BMW Models and Why Drivers Flock to Them
BMW has long been known as a brand that makes performance cars with solid driving dynamics, and in recent years, it has branched out into SUVs and put a lot of focus on providing luxury interiors. With all of these various elements at play, and sometimes at odds with each other, which models will you […]
All-Electric Power Gets Down and Dirty With the Mustang Mach-E Rally
When Ford first released the Mustang Mach-E, many fans of the original pony car were skeptical (to say the least) that an all-electric SUV could be a vehicle worthy of falling under the iconic Mustang nameplate. While feelings about the performance of the electric vehicle (EV) are still far from universal, there are plenty of […]
What’s New for the 2024 Encore GX?
Looking around your local Buick dealer, you’ll find crossovers and SUVs in all shapes and sizes. If you’re looking for something on the more compact end that has a sporty look and feel, you’ll want to check out the Encore GX. Since its debut for the 2020 year, the Encore GX has been praised for […]
Chevy’s New Blazer EV Makes a Splash for Its Debut Year
Like it or not, the electrification of the auto industry is officially in full swing, and since both California and the EU have passed laws that will eventually ban gas-powered cars entirely, it’s most likely here to stay. Since this sudden shift in the market is unprecedented, we’ve seen all kinds of approaches to electrification, […]
10 Features on the 2024 Chevy Equinox That You Should Know About
If you’re looking at a Chevy Equinox for sale at your local dealership, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the laundry list of features, especially if it’s been a while since you last went shopping for a car. These days, there are all kinds of safety and convenience features that can make your driving experience […]
What’s Unique About the Blue Oval?
Whether you’re looking at the auto industry as a customer or an enthusiast, it can sometimes be hard to know what differentiates auto brands. If you aren’t a Ford superfan, you might look around your local Ford dealer and think the lineup looks rather similar to what you’ll find at the Chevy dealership down the […]
5 Spacious Five-Seater SUVs & Crossovers That You Can Buy Used
When you’re looking at used SUVs, you’ll find vehicles of all shapes and sizes, from subcompact crossovers to massive three-row behemoths. If you don’t need a third row of seating to fit all of your passengers but want to make sure that everyone has enough space to sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride, there […]