The joys of owning an SUV or crossover are boundless—they’re roomy, can more easily go off-road than a car, and tend to have a lot of versatility (like towing capabilities). It’s a market that is red hot right now, and there are so many options out there that it can get a little overwhelming. Fortunately, […]
The midsize SUV segment is one of the most competitive in the automobile world, so let’s take a look at two of the more popular 3-row SUVs out there: the 2020 Ford Explorer vs 2020 Honda Pilot. The Ford Explorer is one of the most popular SUVs ever, with total U.S. sales approaching 8 million, […]
Everyone knows if you want to save on gas, you drive a Civic. While the basics of the 2020 model have largely stayed the same as the 2016 model that finally found a good groove in economy sedans, the 2020 Honda Civic (sedan) does have some surprises in store for buyers. Five models for the […]
What sets Honda apart from other brands? As evidenced by their Best Brand Award of 2019, there must be something that distinguishes Honda from the rest of the non-luxury pack. Well, the breadth of their SUV lineup is a good place to start, a lineup that ranges from the fuel-efficient HR-V to the 3-row Pilot. […]
If you’ve been looking into options for Crossovers or SUVs, you wouldn’t be the only one. Millions of SUVs are sold every year in what has rapidly become the hottest market in the automotive industry. When a market’s hot, there will be a lot of competition. And a lot of competition is really great for […]
If you are in the market for a compact crossover that isn’t too small, you should be comparing the 2020 Chevy Equinox vs 2020 Honda CR-V. These two models offer a wide range of features that are ideal for small families. However, you don’t have to have children in order to get the most use […]
Are you searching for the perfect subcompact SUV that seamlessly fuses city driving with adventures off the beaten path? If you answered yes, then you should take a peek at the 2020 Jeep Renegade vs 2020 Honda HR-V. The two pint-sized crossovers can carry five passengers and give off quite an athletic appearance. They […]
When it comes to pickup trucks, utility is the name of the game. Sure, these vehicles can cart you from place to place like anything else. But few other vehicles provide the level of cargo space and power that a pickup truck can give. The pickup truck caters to a driver who wants their […]
One glance at the auto industry as a whole, and you’ll see a market dominated by the SUV. Sure there are plenty of pickup trucks, sedans, and compact cars getting praise, but the field is dominated by vehicles that prioritize utility above all things. While the industry is currently being dominated by the utility […]
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 […]
It is time, ladies and gentlemen, for two vehicles to do battle, to be pitted against each other in the arena of automotive bloggery. You’d typically have to go to a Michael Bay movie to see this kind of car-on-car vehicular violence, but not today; here the carnage is complimentary and the only thing […]
Annnnd we’re back. AutoInfluence with all of your current auto news headlines for the week of June 28th. And FINALLY. What a week it was! We have rumors of one iconic muscle cars’s retirement, FCA change-ups, Tesla firefighting, results of this year’s American Made Index, Porsche electrification and the rumor of one model’s death […]
Annnnd we’re back. AutoInfluence here with all of your automotive news going into Fathers Day Weekend. But before we get to the individual headlines, a quick follow-up on last week’s threat of tariffs being placed on Mexican manufacturing – a story which all but moved forward mere minutes after we had posted the previous episode […]
If you’re in the market for an affordable midsize SUV, the prices can be a bit overwhelming. This particular market segment offers lots of makes and models with a dizzying array of features and options. All of these details must be weighed carefully to determine which SUV is going to be right for you. […]
Annnd we’re back. AutoInfluence with all your current automotive news headlines, as we kick off the month of June. So, let’s get down to business. Ford Beginning with the ticking countdown of President Donald Trump’s ultimatum that a 5% tariff would be implemented on all shipments out of Mexico by this coming Monday, unless the […]
We have done the heavy lifting for you as far as gathering research and set up a comparison page with a spec by spec analysis pitting two of the top contenders in the three-row, full-size SUV category against one another: the 2019 Buick Enclave vs 2019 Honda Pilot. Both brands put forth enticing carryover […]
Annnnd we’re…high? AutoInfluence back with all your automotive news for the week of May 24th even though work is being done in our studios, using some strong-scented chemicals. So bear with us, even if it means listening to Dan giggle indiscriminately while he works around us. Either way, we’re getting a head start on […]
Annnnd we’re back… AutoInfluence with all of your automotive news headlines for this week of May 17th. Starting with… Ford Much to the chagrin of stateside enthusiasts, Ford unveiled the wagon-styled variant of the Focus ST, an offering that isn’t available in the U.S. Offering a welcome 58 cubic feet of passenger / cargo space, […]
Choosing Between The 2019 Buick Encore vs 2019 Honda HR-V Trying to decide between the 2019 Buick Encore vs 2019 Honda HR-V? You’re essentially choosing between a luxury compact SUV and a more simply-built subcompact SUV. While the Encore is more expensive, it offers numerous standard features and incredible luxury touches. However, the 2019 Honda […]
