Many all-new and redesigned vehicles have hit the market over the 2024 model year, but the vast majority of them have done little to move the automotive world forward. While options like the Buick Envista and Toyota Grand Highlander are certainly proving to be sales successes, they simply capitalize on a proven formula rather than […]
Author: Wyatt Moreton
Wyatt holds a degree in military history and got his start as a writer blogging about naval history, only to end up in the automotive world after binge-watching Initial D and Wangan Midnight. He is a fan of all things sports cars and JDM but is best known for driving his soft-top Mazda Miata every day, even when there are several feet of snow on the ground. When he is not writing about cars or attending local autocross events, he continues to pursue his passion for history and other forms of writing.
Will the Ford Ranger PHEV Make Its Way to the USA?
While the interest in fully electric vehicles seems to be cooling off right now, the number of hybrid and plug-in hybrid options is increasing at an astounding rate. Nowhere is this more apparent than in the recent success Ford has seen with hybrid pickup trucks like the F-150 PowerBoost and Maverick Hybrid. Not so long […]
How the Baltimore Bridge Collapse Threatens the Automotive Industry
When the 300-meter container ship MV Dali collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore early on March 26, it seized headlines across the nation. It was a shocking human tragedy, with six construction workers losing their lives when the bridge collapsed. As the full details of the incident emerged, it also became clear […]
Car Prices Aren’t Going Down, Here’s Why
You don’t have to follow the car industry closely to know that car prices, particularly used car prices, reached all time highs in recent years as manufacturers grappled with supply chain disruptions caused by the pandemic, global conflicts, union strikes, and rising inflation. This phenomenon peaked in 2022, when many used cars were selling for […]
The 2024 F-250 Upper Trim is More Than Twice the Cost of the Starting Trim. Is It Worth It?
If you plan on shopping the 2024 Ford F-250 trim lineup, you’re going to notice something pretty shocking: the top trim is more than twice the cost of the bottom trim. The XL, the F-250’s starting trim, sits at $44,970 for the 2024 year, and the Limited, the highest trim, sits at $97,095. That’s a […]
The Most Influential Autos of 2023
The 2023 model year brought with it a wave of both all-new and heavily-redesigned vehicles, pushing the industry in fresh directions. Out of all of those models, six stood out as the most influential models in their segments. These vehicles are not necessarily the best selling, most advanced, or most capable models on the market […]
The Most Influential Motorcycle of 2023
Looking back on all the new and redesigned motorcycle models of 2023, it can be difficult to decide which one is the most influential. We saw everything from updated powerhouses like the 2023 BMW M 1000 RR, which received aggressive racetrack-ready aerodynamics, to brand-new beginner bikes like the 2023 CF Moto 450SS, which awed reviewers […]
The Final Days of the Jeep Cherokee
The Cherokee is among the most iconic vehicles from the Jeep brand, having earned a place alongside models like the Wrangler, the Wagoneer, and the original Willys MB. It was a part of the Jeep family for half a century and was among the very first modern crossover SUVs. However, it is now bowing out […]
Do You Daydream of Day Trips? The Envista Can Make Those Dreams Come True
What’s better than a day trip to one of your favorite places? What about a day trip in a comfortable, quiet vehicle that gets great gas mileage? If you’re looking for a fun, sporty-looking SUV that can take you and your family or friends on a quick trip without breaking the bank, simply visit a […]
Car-Buying Tips From a Car-Buying Addict
You might say Dan has a problem, a car-buying problem. It seems like every time you see him; he’s in a different car. He’s owned six vehicles in the past four years alone and sometimes jokes that whenever he needs new tires, he just buys a new car instead. He also isn’t the type who […]
Are Heavy-Duty Truck Manufacturers Focusing on the Wrong Things?
The 2023 Ford Super Duty is the latest escalation in the battle of heavy-duty trucks. With its all-new 6.7L High-Output PowerStroke turbo-diesel engine generating a somewhat ridiculous 1,200 lb-ft of torque, the Super Duty has leapfrogged the heavy-duty options from Ram and GM to secure its position as the most powerful truck on the market. […]
The Legacy of Shoichiro Toyota
On February 14, Shoichiro Toyoda passed away at age 97. As a prominent member of the Toyota family, Shoichiro Toyoda was instrumental in transforming the Toyota Motor Corporation into the automotive titan it is today. During his ten years as President and seven years as Chairman, he spearheaded initiatives from the creation of the Lexus […]
The Most Influential Autos of 2022
The end of 2022 is here, and it is time to look back at the events of the past year. For the team here at AutoInfluence, the natural question is what vehicles have had the greatest influence on the automobile industry in 2022. The most influential vehicles are not always the best-sellers in their segments, […]
The Most Influential Motorcycles of 2022
You don’t ride a motorcycle because you want to follow the herd, and the world of motorcycles has a bike for every rider. With such a diverse array of options, from sophisticated sport bikes to classic cruisers and rugged adventure bikes to affordable beginner bikes, it can sometimes be difficult to pin down the most […]
What Does the Silverado EV Mean for the Future of Chevy Trucks?
Walk into a Chevy truck dealer in 2035, and things are going to be quite different than they are today. Why? Because that is the date Chevy has set to eliminate all gasoline and diesel vehicles from its lineup. Now, 2035 is still over a decade out, and a lot could change in that time, […]
How Chevy Created the Half-Ton Diesel Truck
Diesel trucks are legendary for their power and durability. Names like Cummins, Power Stroke, and Duramax are legends in the automotive world, with heavy-duty truck owners swearing by the capability they offer. But diesel engines have never really found the same level of popularity in the world of half-ton pickups, and this short-lived segment is […]
Why You Want Chevy’s 2.7L Turbo in Your Truck
We all know that truck drivers are resistant to change. After all, if you count on your pickup to make a living or trust your truck to get you home after a tough off-road adventure, you don’t want to take a risk on newfangled gadgets that might fail. That’s why modern trucks still rely on […]
How Ford Is Beating Chevy – And Why Chevy Might Not Survive
Ford vs Chevy is a rivalry seemingly as old as time. In fact, you could even say that Chevy was founded specifically to compete with Ford, following William C. Durant’s failed attempt to buy out Henry Ford back in 1909. However, over a hundred years later, it is Chevy that is showing signs of faltering […]
SUVs Are Over: Why Cool Families Have Moved on to the Conversion Van
Let’s say you’re either a) a busy, growing family; b) a bigtime road tripper with your buddies; or c) a season ticket holder and devoted tailgater. What do these three groups have in common? An opportunity. They’d all benefit from a set of wheels that not only fits everyone but one that also offers extra […]
Can You Trust Your Truck’s Tow Rating?
It seems that truck manufacturers are in a no-holds-barred fight to see who can have the highest possible tow rating. The new F-150, for instance, now advertises up to 14,000 lbs of max towing—a simply ridiculous figure for a half-ton truck. When you see numbers like this, you might be a little skeptical; surely the […]