November 12, 2008: a date that will live in infamy for the unimaginably small number of automotive enthusiasts who are aware of it. That was the month that the death sentence was announced for automotive style by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE). If you fondly remember the unique styling of the aggressive […]
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.
Does the Silverado ZR2 Have What it Takes to Take on the TRX?
The days when the Ford Raptor was the only option in the full-size performance truck segment are long past. In fact, ever since the introduction of the Ram TRX last year, the Raptor has almost become an afterthought as truck buyers everywhere drool over the idea of having a Hellcat engine stuffed under the hood […]
The Last Year of the VW Passat
Today, more and more manufacturers are discontinuing their sedans in favor of SUVs and EVs. The domestic brands have been the most aggressive, with Ford leading the way and eliminating every car from its lineup other than the iconic Mustang (and even that name has now been applied to an electric SUV, much to the […]
The Silverado EV: Another Competitor Enters the Ring
The auto industry is betting big on EVs right now. It seems you can’t swing a charging cable without hitting another EV startup or take a drive without hearing another traditional manufacturer announce that it is phasing out internal combustion engines. However, while Tesla has certainly proven that EVs are more than viable for luxury […]
Considering Selling Your Car? Here’s What You Need to Know
Right now, it’s a buyers’ market in the world of automobiles. The industry disruptions mean that there are fewer new vehicles being made, and that means prices for used cars have shot through the roof. Depending on the model and condition, if you decide to sell your car today, you might even get more money […]
The Most Influential Autos of 2021
The modern automobile market is filled with hundreds of models from dozens of manufacturers. Every year, new models are introduced, old models are retired, and popular models are refreshed or redesigned. But in this vast, ever-changing sea of options, there are always models that set trends and define their segments. Not every model makes a […]
Behind the Curtain – How Advanced Sensors Enable Automated Driving
Automated driving is here – and we’re not talking about the recent release of Tesla’s Full Self-Driving 9.0 Beta. Pretty much every new car (and most recent used models) are officially considered to have some level of driving automation according to the industry standards set out by the SAE. While this is still not a […]
Nostalgia, Change, and Classic Cars
There are not many people out there who can say they have worked on everything from a 1920s Duesenberg to a modern tube chassis race car – but Sherman has. In the automotive world, technology marches on. Every year, we see vehicles updated, refreshed, redesigned, or replaced to meet the changing demands of drivers around […]
The 2020 Chevy Trax Or The 2020 Jeep Renegade
When choosing between a 2020 Chevy Trax vs 2020 Jeep Renegade, you may find yourself feeling conflicted. These two models are pretty similar SUV options with similar prices. Plus, both brands are great. These two models do carry a very different look though, as the Trax is rounder, and the Renegade is boxier as Jeeps […]
Kia’s Rising Star
Kia has been rapidly moving up in the world. What was once commonly referred to as a “throwaway car” has increasingly become one of the most dynamic auto manufacturers in the world. Although Kia has yet to break into the big leagues in terms of volume, the vehicles that they are currently producing are every […]
America’s Favorite Compact SUVs: Equinox vs Escape
The 2020 Chevy Equinox vs the 2020 Ford Escape is a battle worth paying attention to in the vehicle market. These two vehicles are not only two of the most popular compact SUVs on the market; they are two of the top three best selling American non-truck vehicles today. However, in the recent past, Chevy […]
Ford’s Best Compact SUV – Bronco Sport or Escape?
The recent release of the new 2021 Ford Bronco has rightly set the automotive world abuzz. However, the attention given to the top of the line Bronco has largely overshadowed the smaller Bronco Sport. And while this is understandable given the extreme capabilities of the larger vehicle, the Bronco Sport is arguably better suited to […]
Three Unique Cars That Can Only Be Bought Used
There are many reasons to research a used car dealership near you instead of just visiting a random dealer. To begin with, used cars are cheaper and avoid the massive depreciation that hits any new car the moment it drives off the lot. But as important as counting pennies can be, frequenting used car dealerships […]
Telluride vs Sorento: How does Kia’s New SUV Stack Up?
The Kia Sorento was first introduced back in 2002, and with the brief exception of the short-lived Kia Borrego in the late 2000s, has been Kia’s largest and most capable SUV. However, for the 2020 model year, Kia released the all-new and considerably larger Kia Telluride. This new SUV sports blocky aggressive styling and a […]
Four of the Best Used Cars for College Students
While you may have been okay with borrowing your parent’s car or driving an old beater during high school, when you go away to college, it is usually time to purchase a car of your own. However, you probably will not yet have the budget to buy something new and will instead find yourself searching […]
The Greatest Escape
The Ford Escape is by far the most popular SUV wearing the blue oval, and in 2019 alone, almost a quarter-million of these compact vehicles were sold. And this immense popularity should come as no surprise. The Ford Escape is an affordable and highly versatile vehicle that is available with plenty of features and still […]
Which Wins? Capability vs Cost?
Is there a more iconic battle than Ford vs Chevy? From trucks to sports cars, these two great American automobile manufacturers have been dueling for superiority for well over 100 years. Today, this rival also extends into the SUV market, with matchups like the 2020 Ford Edge vs 2020 Chevy Equinox. Although compact SUVs may […]
Compact, Upscale, Affordable – Buick Encore GX vs Mazda CX-3
In the world of upscale but not quite luxury subcompact crossovers, two competitors stand out – the 2020 Buick Encore GX vs 2020 Mazda CX-3. However, while both of these vehicles may occupy the same market segment, they are quite different in many ways. To begin with, the Buick Encore GX is a brand […]
Three Row Face-Off – The Chevy Traverse vs the Ford Explorer
Although the compact two-row crossover makes up the overwhelming bulk of SUV sales, the larger midsize three-row crossover is still a massive market and has almost entirely eclipsed both the traditional body on frame SUV as well as the minivan as the vehicle of choice for large families. Among the American offerings in this segment, […]
The 2020 Chevy Impala – End of an Era
If you find yourself wanting a Chevy Impala, then you better act fast because 2020 will be the last year for this historic car. Indeed, the last 2020 Chevy Impala already rolled off the production line back in February. While it is always possible that the Impala will return in the future (it has […]