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, […]
Annnnd we’re back, AutoInfluence on Mothers Day Weekend with all your automotive news headlines since…well, since seven days ago. Why? Because we want to be just as dependable as your mom is, except you can damn well bet that we’re not gonna clean up after you. Ford / Lincoln While an official unveiling of the […]
The market for subcompact SUVs like the 2019 GMC Terrain vs 2019 Jeep Cherokee has been exploding in recent years. The market for sedan-style cars is dwindling, and families are more and more frequently opting for a subcompact SUV to transport their kids around. With increasingly good engine options and available features, it’s no […]
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 […]
Just because you’re hunting around for a used Jeep Grand Cherokee, it doesn’t mean you have to limit your options to variations that are several years old. Rather, if you’re simply looking to save a few bucks with your “new” ride, then it makes plenty of sense to pursue the 2018 model of the […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
For lovers of both power and performance, it’s hard not to look fondly upon 2018 as the year of the high-powered variant. While offering jacked-up or juiced up versions of popular models is nothing new to the automotive industry, it never felt so blatant, competitive – and dare we say, thrilling – as […]
The all-new 2020 Jeep Gladiator isn’t for the faint of heart. This latest addition to Jeep’s lineup of powerful vehicles meant for people who love adventure is taking the internet and die-hard Jeep fan’s by storm. The official release date of the 2020 Jeep Gladiator hasn’t yet been announced, though Jeep has been showing […]
Knowing what to look for when you’re trying to buy a new or used Jeep is important, but it’s just as important to know what you should watch for and avoid. These red flags are immediate indicators that you’re dealing with a person or company that is going to do anything to get your […]
The Jeep Wrangler is something special, but in a lot of ways, it makes absolutely no sense. Now calm down Jeep lovers – I’m not disparaging your beloved company nor am I criticizing the Wrangler’s design or function. From a practical standpoint, however, it’s a two-door mini-SUV with a convertible top and fold-down windshield […]
Last month’s introduction of the 2020 Jeep Gladiator was the culmination of years worth of buzz, and decades worth of patience on the part of Jeep loyalists. Developed under the resurrected ‘Scrambler’ moniker, the biggest shock might have been the early release of the ‘Gladiator’ nameplate. And while the readiness of information on the internet, […]
If you’ve ever been looking for used cars in Colorado Springs and noticed the “Trail Rated” badge found on new and used Jeep vehicles then you’ve probably wondered what it means. And if not, then you’re going to find out the answer anyway. In some ways, the Trail Rated badge is a form of marketing […]
The next time you’re out looking at Jeeps for sale, consider this: John Hammond always said he spared no expense in the creation of his Jurassic Park. It stands to reason, then, that most of the equipment on the island could be considered top-of-the-line, at least for the jobs they planned to use them […]
It may seem like science fiction, but the next revolution of the automotive future relies on the electric motor. Electric vehicles and hybrid drivetrains are becoming more and more popular each year. More customers are turning to electric options as viable daily commuters to get them around without the hassle (and cost) of visiting […]
SUVs have become one of the most popular types of vehicles for sale on the market today. They are a favorite of families and singles alike for their flexibility, cargo space, fuel efficiency, and style. When it comes to Sport Utility Vehicles, two names rise to the top of the pile for comparison, namely the […]
When you’re looking for an SUV that’s perfect for taking out into the wilderness, you want a car that’s reliable, durable, and safe. We know there are a lot of options on the market these days for SUVs, and it can be confusing to research all of the different makes and models. Here, we’ve done […]
While most surveys will indicate that Colorado drivers tend to favor the likes of Subaru Outback, Toyota Camry, Chevy Silverado of Ford F-150 it’s hard to argue an inexplicable link between Jeep and the Colorado lifestyle. Considering the tendency of Coloradans to make the most of the natural wonders that surround them, it makes sense […]
