Annnnd we’re back…AutoInfluence kicking down the door to the month of May with all your automotive news. But don’t worry. We promise we’ll rehang the door once we’re done here (it’s the least we could do, since we forget to say hi to your mom in last week’s episode…) Ford / Lincoln This […]
Being tasked with exploring the lineup of GMC SUVs is, in many ways, an exercise in giving credit where it’s due. In 2019, it’s basically pointless to argue the enduring appeal of the SUV segment, be it directed at traditional full-size offerings or those of the modern crossover format. Even if (like me) you’re rarely […]
When it comes to pickup trucks, it’s all about the numbers. In this article, we are going to spend some time looking at the 2500 models from two of the world’s most prestigious truck manufacturers. Here is the 2019 GMC Sierra 2500HD vs 2019 Chevy Silverado 2500HD. Which of these two heavy lifting pickups […]
Choosing the perfect vehicle can seem tricky, especially if you’re choosing between vehicles in a crowded class like the compact SUV class. Two SUVs that commonly compared from this class are the 2019 GMC Terrain vs 2019 Honda CR-V. Both vehicles offer their own unique set of strengths, as well as a few shortcomings. […]
Annnnd we’re back, AutoInfluence on Friday, April 26th with all the automotive news headlines you could ask for, while celebrating a holiday that (we think) deserves to be made into a three-day weekend. But we’ll get back to that in a few minutes…let’s get down to the news! Ford As we’ve reported time and […]
Annnnnnd we’re back, AutoInfluence with another round of automotive news headlines – this time for the third week of April. Of course this means highlights from both the refined presentations of the tech-centric Shanghai Auto Show as well as the New York International Auto show, and it’s American-sized portions of everything covered with a […]
Toughness, power, and utility define what makes a good full-size pickup truck, but figuring out which has the best properties can be difficult. Here, we’ll take a look at the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 vs 2019 Toyota Tundra to see how they stack up in terms of towing, hauling, performance, design, features, and safety. […]
Annnnnd we’re back! AutoInfluence here on Friday, April 12th making our way through automotive news headlines for the second week of April – leading up to the highly anticipated one-two punch of Auto Shanghai and the New York International Auto Show. That said, grab a drink and a snack, get comfortable, go to the bathroom […]
There has never been a better time than 2019 to be looking for GMC trucks for sale in your area. Having been a reputable truck manufacturer for over 100 years in the United States, GMC has built upon their years of innovation and success to provide a new lineup that is bound to impress even […]
Annnnnd we’re back. AutoInfluence here with the latest automotive news headlines from the first week of April 2019. So let’s drop the hammer and get down to it. FORD Despite a 1.6% decrease in overall sales for the first quarter of 2019, Ford continues to increase the scope of their near-unchallenged leadership of […]
Ready to compare the 2019 Chevy Silverado vs 2019 GMC Sierra? With another year comes another opportunity to see if these typically identical vehicles have finally become easier to tell apart. From performance stats to available engines, entertainment features, and starting prices, it’s time to see if the Silverado and Sierra are more different than […]
A friend and coworker recently found themselves in the market for a new vehicle, courtesy of the lifestyle change one experiences when they find out they’re about to become a first-time parent. Now, it’s worth clarifying that we’re not here to talk about all the changes to come (that for another article, on an entirely […]
Small SUVs are a great choice for folks who are new to SUVs or who need something they can easily fit into their life. One of the biggest concerns a lot of people interested in an SUV for the first time have is that the large size of the vehicle will be hard to […]
If you’re in the market for a new pickup truck, you probably have some pretty specific qualities and characteristics in mind as you move towards a final decision. You don’t need to be told that this is a big decision, as you understand that it will affect the next several years of your driving […]
Choosing between all the different makes and models of trucks out there can be a challenge. There are some obvious factors to compare like seating capacity, towing capability, and price, but there are also less obvious features like remote start and Wi-Fi hotspots to consider. Two of the leading competitors in the full-size truck […]
The 2019 GMC Yukon may not be one of the most popular SUVs on the market, and it might not steal the headlines like some of its fellow GMC SUVs. However, despite the lack of limelight, it shouldn’t be all that surprising that the vehicle is capable of delivering some of the best specs […]
Imagine an SUV that comfortably fits your family of seven, plus your dog. Everyone’s luggage stacks neatly in the rear cargo space with ease. With your boat hitched to the back, you head off to the lake a few hours away. On the trip, everyone is happily watching videos or taking pictures. No one’s […]
As the top-dog automakers continue to ramp up production on SUV’s and trucks, it is becoming noticeably harder to delineate one model from the next much less for brand name recognition to take hold and eventually sway consumer attention. Many of the heavyweights are looking to hold on to their signature nameplates in hopes […]
The 2019 GMC Acadia vs 2019 Honda Pilot are both capable mid-size SUVs. Although they don’t run on the same truck chassis as the biggest full-size SUVs, these two seven-seat SUVs can handle whatever a family can throw at them. If your final selection comes down to these two vehicles, you’ve already made some difficult […]
When I’m looking at a truck, there are certain key things that I always go to and check out before anything else. If the pickup falls short in these areas, then there’s no need to look at anything else; I already know that it’s a hard pass and time to keep looking. Those categories […]
