If you are in the market for a new Honda Accord, you have the choice of a hybrid powertrain or a traditional gasoline engine. But is it time for Honda to dump pure gasoline and go all-in on hybrids with its popular midsize sedan? Honda began producing an Accord Hybrid in 2005, although that early […]
A good rebrand can dramatically alter the fate of a company or product. Would Google or Amazon have enjoyed the same success if they had been saddled with their original “BackRub” or “Cadabra” monikers? Would Pepsi ever have taken off as “Brad’s Drink”? It’s hard to say, but one thing is for sure: clarity is […]
When you’ve been as successful as the Toyota Camry, it’s easy to take a few chances. As America’s best-selling sedan for 22 years in a row, the Camry could simply phone it in, stick to its successful formula, and watch the orders roll in. Toyota has taken a decidedly different approach, boldly reinventing the midsize […]
In the auto industry today, there is a vigorous push to build a greener, more sustainable future. Automakers like Ford continue to expand their lineups with new models, but they’re also taking the models we know and love and introducing hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric variants. The Ford Escape for sale at Blue Oval dealers […]
Toyota is an automaker well known for making hybrids, and that goes beyond just the Prius. These days, you can get just about any type of vehicle as a hybrid from Toyota, from a minivan (Sienna) to a pickup truck (Tacoma or Tundra) to a full-size SUV (Sequoia). With cars, Toyota is taking the next […]
Those who think that hybrid powertrains can’t compete with their traditional gasoline counterparts simply haven’t been paying attention. While early hybrids put the emphasis on fuel efficiency, automotive engineers have been steadily uncovering the performance potential of a little electrification. From the ability to increase horsepower and torque to the sort of advanced equipment that’s […]
Electrification has been around for quite some time now, but what’s new these days is how rapidly it’s expanding into segments of the auto market that have been resisting it. Electric pickup trucks aren’t just for Silicon Valley startups anymore; they’re being produced by Ford, Ram, and Chevy. And now Italian supercars have entered the […]
A consensus can be hard to come by in today’s world; while nine out of ten dentists might recommend one toothpaste brand, there’ll always be that one holdout who refuses to side with the majority. The urge to be the lone voice of dissent is an almost intrinsic part of human nature, which is what […]
Honda’s history of developing hybrids has been interesting. Every major automaker has tried to make hybrids, and Honda’s efforts have been a bit reserved, with a lot of false starts, brief stops, and revivals. While Ford and GM have made bold pledges to create hybrid versions of popular nameplates, and Toyota leads the charge, Honda […]
Fully redesigned in 2022, the fifth-generation Grand Cherokee builds on an established formula that’s proved so successful for over 30 years. Jeep really seems to have prioritized the SUV’s road manners as part of the new generation, upgrading the Grand Cherokee’s steering, suspension, and brake response to create a dynamic, well-rounded ride. The Grand Cherokee […]
You don’t have to be a parent to want a three-row SUV. After all, these vehicles are great for all types of drivers, especially those who frequently carry passengers and cargo. Whether you’re a weekend adventurer loading up with camping gear or a regular carpool participant trekking into the city with you and your workmates […]
The pickup truck is one of the most unique options for drivers to consider. Depending on who you ask, the applications and versatility are endless, with some favoring the chance to utilize it as a reliable workhorse. In contrast, others prefer to have it facilitate their off-road adventures, and some simply use it as a […]
Electric vehicles are rapidly becoming a big part of the automotive landscape. Despite EV sales growth cooling off a little bit in recent months, a record 1.2 million EVs were sold in the U.S. in 2023, representing a record 7.6% of total vehicle sales. Plenty of new EV models have been introduced in the past […]
Hybrids have been around for years, but they have recently been receiving a lot more attention than before due to emissions standards becoming increasingly strict and many top auto manufacturers moving toward greener powertrain designs. Part of this new push to refine and improve the hybrid ecosystem is a bevy of new hybrid SUVs across […]
Before the end of this year, there will be a new kind of Honda CR-V for sale—at least on the West Coast. Honda is getting set to debut the 2025 CR-V e:FCEV, a technology-merging, boundary-breaking take on their longtime compact crossover. The “FCEV” stands for “fuel cell electric vehicle,” a technology that is gaining ground […]
The EV market has certainly been on the upswing in the decade and a half since the Tesla Roadster and Nissan LEAF first hit the market, with a record 1.1 million EVs sold in 2023 alone. That represents a staggering 46% increase over the previous year, but the transition to the all-electric segment hasn’t always […]
The automotive industry has its own language, relying on an extensive dictionary of abbreviations like ICE, EVs, EUVs, and PHEVs, to the pure chaos of model names that combine letters with numbers and can easily make a potential buyer’s head spin. With the rising popularity of electric vehicles, that chaos has reached new heights. Automakers […]
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 […]
Back in 1998, I remember my parents trading in their old Buick Riviera for a shiny new Toyota Camry. It was bright white with gold badging, and that thing lasted for decades. It was the car I passed my driver’s license exam in, the car I drifted into a snowbank in, and the car that […]
A lot of the time, the auto industry looks like a collection of trucks and SUVs, with the occasional sports car thrown in for performance enthusiasts. Those of us who just want a practical and reliable sedan have largely been cast aside by many manufacturers as little more than an afterthought. However, Toyota still delivers […]
