Much of the full-size truck and SUV world—and the automotive world in general—is moving towards putting turbocharged engines under the hood. According to data from the Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy and Research Nester, the percentage of new US light-duty vehicles with turbochargers has gone from 1% in 2000 to about 50% today. […]
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Born at the Brickyard, Raised on the Battlefield: The Allison Transmission
On the surface, an M1 Abrams main battle tank, a school bus, and a Chevy Silverado 2500 HD might not have much in common. All three play an important role in society and are expected to deliver consistent performance over a range of demanding applications, but it’s the Allison transmission that ties these disparate vehicles […]
Shifting Gears: Honda Changes the Motorcycle Game with Its Dual-Clutch Transmission
There’s a learning curve for riders climbing into the saddle for the first time, so investing in a bike like a used Honda motorcycle for sale is a wise purchase. As a novice rider, I can attest to the value of learning on a used bike after dropping my husband’s BMW within minutes of my […]
A Deep Dive Into the Lexus NX Powertrain Options
The engine is the very heart of any vehicle. You can swap out designs, seating, cargo area, and loads of other features and still have a car that gets the job done. But the choice of engine makes all the difference in your vehicle’s core purpose, transportation. Engines affect everything from your vehicle’s acceleration to […]
Looking for a Sporty Subcompact SUV? Say Hello to the 2024 Nissan Kicks
SUVs have been dominating the market for decades, offering drivers from all walks of life a spacious interior, the ability to handle challenging weather conditions like snow, as well as all the common features we expect from today’s vehicles that make the drive enjoyable, like smartphone connectivity and satellite radio. While many SUV enthusiasts opt […]
A Closer Look at the Duramax and Cummins Diesel Engines: Which Is Right for You?
Have you ever wanted great torque power for effective towing and heavy-duty hauling with excellent payloads? Well, today, it is not so hard to come across these attributes in the Chevy lineup. Everyone knows that if you are looking for raw power, efficient towing, and excellent acceleration in a vehicle, then you need a truck, […]
Top Six Reasons to Choose the Malibu for Your Daily Commute
At this point, you could safely call the Chevy Malibu “America’s midsize sedan” for a couple of reasons. For one, it’s one of the most popular and impressive sedans on the market. For two, it’s one of only a handful of sedans still offered by American car companies. We all know that SUVs have come […]
The Subaru Crosstrek’s One-Two Punch: The Boxer Engine and Symmetrical AWD
The Subaru Crosstrek is one of the most popular models from the Japanese automaker and for many great reasons. As a subcompact crossover, the Crosstrek has been a staple in the Subaru lineup since 2013. It’s remarkably versatile and can comfortably accommodate passengers and cargo with its two-row design. Its smaller footprint adds to its […]
4 Hard-Working Powertrain Options for the 2024 Ford F-150
When you need to get down to business, it helps to have a good truck in your corner. But what exactly that business is can be an important factor in customizing your truck. Take the 2024 Ford F-150: it can be had in a variety of different trim levels and with various combinations of cab […]
Go Max or Go Home With the Chevy Silverado 1500
The Chevy Silverado has consistently been a front-runner in the truck segment, pulling in as much adoration as it can pull weight. There are a plethora of reasons to look for a Chevy Silverado 1500 for sale, but if one of those reasons is not the TurboMax engine, then you might need to rethink your […]
Breaking All the Rules: Examining the Performance Attributes of the Mazda CX-5
With the arrival of a new model year comes the promise of vehicles that go above and beyond expectations to deliver the very best results to the average consumer. The past few decades have seen the SUV rise to unprecedented levels of popularity, and the CX series from Mazda continues to shift the paradigm and […]
2023 Harley-Davidson Heritage Classic: Blending Timeless Design with Modern Power and Performance
When it comes to motorcycles, few names are as iconic as Harley-Davidson. One of the most revered bikes from Harley is the Heritage Classic. The 2023 version has everything riders crave–impressive performance from a powerhouse engine, a look that turns heads whether parked or in motion and a host of modern features that rival some […]
Should Nissan Bring Back the Rogue Sport?
Is there that big of a difference between a subcompact and a compact SUV? Do we need the subcompact segment, to begin with? Drivers are typically drawn to these small-scale options, primarily if they are used to driving a small sedan and do not want to worry about maneuvering something big around town. For some, […]
How Will Your Chevy Silverado Hold Up 10 Years From Now?
Do you remember telling yourself at some point in your life: “I wonder where I will be ten years from now?” It is an interesting question because some of us might become millionaires, while most of us may find ourselves sitting in the same room we are in right now reading this article. No matter […]
The 2024 Ford Ranger Makes a Stunning Entrance for the New Model Year
The long-awaited 2024 Ford Ranger is here, and it’s time to sound the bells! Okay, so the Ford Ranger has been around, just not around here, which only created a heartier appetite for the beefy beast. While other markets got to enjoy the Ranger, we were forced to watch from a distance, but all has […]
Ram Influence
In today’s automotive market, it can often feel like we are seeing the same thing repeatedly. While the pickup trucks we see across various brands always feature new upgrades and innovations, years and years of seeing the same models, again and again can become tiresome. That is why Ram is bursting onto the scene with […]
How The New Nissan Pathfinder Dives Deeper Into Its Off-Road Roots
As an off-road utility vehicle that first graced the market back in the mid-1980s, the Nissan Pathfinder was a very different beast from what it is today. In fact, in looks and function the original Pathfinder was much more of a desert-explorer than the pedestrian crossover for families it later became. Even more to the […]
Jeep Discontinued the V8 Grand Cherokee in Favor of the 4xe––But Should It Have?
The Jeep Grand Cherokee has been a staple of the Jeep lineup since 1992 and is loved by families and outdoor enthusiasts alike. It has comfortable seating, a spacious cabin, generous storage, and modern convenience that busy parents can appreciate while offering that classically stylish Jeep aesthetic. The Grand Cherokee has always been known for […]
The Everyday Ducati: A Closer Look at the Time-Traveling Scrambler
One afternoon years ago, a friend called with excitement dripping from his voice, the same excitement you might hear from a kid with a free pass to the candy store and a bottomless bag to go with it. But this excitement wasn’t about sugar-laden treats, but something far sweeter. It was the adrenaline surge of […]
Our Need for Speed and Style: Chevy’s Answer in the Chevelle, SS, Impala, and Nova
Chevrolet changed the automotive landscape when William Durant and Louis Chevrolet opened the company’s doors to make high-performance models more affordable and accessible to the masses. Although it seemed contradictory that a vehicle could be or offer both, Chevrolet has proven otherwise over the last century. We see this incredible combination at every new and […]