Today, it seems more and more apparent that the SUV craze was somewhat of a mistake. With gas prices going through the roof and fears of a full-blown recession looming, buyer’s remorse is at an all-time high. A recent study conducted by Lending Tree showed that at least 4 in 10 Americans regret their new […]
The release of these two small pickup trucks caused quite the stir in every positive way. Now drivers who love the convenience and versatility of pickup trucks but don’t need a full-size hauler can benefit from either the 2022 Ford Maverick or 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz. What’s unique about both of these small pickup trucks […]
Many auto industry observers consider the future electric, and most automakers have taken note, building at least one or two hybrid or battery electric vehicles (BEV) as part of their regular lineups. However, few automakers have embraced the electric future quite like Hyundai. If you stop into a Canadian Hyundai dealership, you will probably be […]
What’s the first thing you look for in a prospective vehicle? Do you immediately look at the size of its engine and the horsepower it delivers? Or do you hone in on its infotainment system and technology like connectivity, safety, and driver-assist features? There’s no right or wrong answer, but your response is impacted by […]
“It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s Superman!” The popular phrase comes to mind when describing the newly introduced Hyundai Santa Cruz. “It’s an SUV! It’s a truck! It’s a Hyundai!” seems to be the theme heard at Hyundai dealers across Canada. So, what exactly is it, and why are drivers up in arms over […]
You may be one of those commuters who has to sit back and enjoy a long ride on the interstate every morning, or you may be one who frequently finds themselves stuck in stop-and-go traffic on city streets. With the average U.S. commute being approximately 27 minutes each way, it just makes sense that drivers […]
We have all day dreamed of hugging the corners while listening to the engine purr and the gears shift, coming closer to becoming one with the car for every lap around the track. If this sounds like you, well, you are in for a treat. For 2022, Germany and Korea have given those with a […]
When you’re in the market for a new family vehicle, you’re typically going to gravitate towards a minivan or a larger SUV. However, if that’s the only starting point you have, you might end up feeling a tad bit overwhelmed. After all, there are dozens upon dozens of both SUVs and minivans, and many of […]
Many of you have a loyalty to a particular automotive brand that may have all started way back when you bought your very first vehicle. Admittedly, we totally understand how you fell in love with your very first ride, and that has now become your go-to brand. For some, it was a Chevy model that […]
When you’re trying to find the right compact SUV, you’re bound to find that no two models are the same. While every brand wants its specific model to look like the best one, you won’t see the truth unless you do a side-by-side comparison. It’s not that competing models are necessarily “bad,” it’s that some […]
Just because you’re interested in a pickup truck doesn’t mean you want a hulking, robust towing machine that’s difficult to maneuver and packed with too much power that you simply don’t need. When you crave a commuter with remarkable efficiency, a couple of compact pickups come to mind. Comparing the 2022 Ford Maverick vs 2022 […]
Hear me out. Imagine a world where vehicle manufacturers no longer released brand new models and stuck with the vehicles that we already are well familiar with. Not very enjoyable, is it? No, it’s not, and that’s one of the reasons why the automotive industry never stays still for long, but we must stress this […]
The battle of imports versus domestics continues to rage on in 2021 and no more aggressively than in the competitive compact SUV segment. It’s by far one of the most popular categories for new vehicle buyers. Two of the most popular options that regularly compete for market share are the 2021 Chevy Equinox vs 2021 […]
Compact cars seem to be a dying breed, but Nissan and Hyundai are a pair of brands still willing to offer buyers fuel-efficient sedans. Comparing the 2021 Nissan Versa vs 2021 Hyundai Accent, each of the small sedans is priced affordably while still managing to bring plenty of modern features to the table. Standard convenience […]
There’s no question that both the 2021 GMC Acadia and the 2021 Hyundai Palisade are high-quality vehicles. However, there are certain aspects of each of these vehicles that differentiate them from all their competitors. In fact, there are even features that put one of these SUVs about the other. So in a head-to-head race between […]
At this point, Hyundai is getting pretty close to reaching the point a lot of other manufacturers have managed: offering something for everyone. I, and many other people, would say that the last great precipice they need to climb is also one of the most important: offering a pickup truck. While very little is officially […]
The rise of the crossover has all but killed the family sedan in the United States, thanks in no small part to a great deal of marketing, but also because people view larger vehicles as being safer. It’s also true that crossovers provide a better, taller vantage point on the road ahead, but that’s not […]
With 2019 behind us, and moving ever further in the past, cars that were once brand new in the previous year, are slowly starting to crop up in used car lots across the country. This is hardly an issue, particularly for a driver who’s hoping to drive home in something that is almost as good […]
Annnnd we’re back. AutoInfluence with all of your current auto news headlines for the week of July 26th. This includes the all-electric F-150, the Silverado 1500 Diesel, and California Emissions standards taking home a big win thanks to a few automakers in particular. In fact, let’s get that last one out of the way […]
Did you miss us? We missed you. That’s right, AutoInfluence is back after a two week break and there’s plenty of current auto news to cover – from everyday industry headlines to the 2019 Goodwood Festival of Speed and the Q2 Truck Sale shootout to the impactful death of two industry giants, there’s plenty […]
