Though most drivers are careful and pay attention to the road and the vehicles around them, there are some things that are impossible to prevent without help. That’s why automotive brands have developed safety and driver-assist features since the beginning of the automotive industry, from headlights to rearview mirrors to emergency brakes to self-driving applications. […]
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Happy Trails: The Honda TrailSport Family Rides Tall
Honda has always been a brand that has believed in the power of dreams. It’s hard not to be inspired by a company that began with just 12 employees in 1948 and, through hard work and dedication, expanded until you can find a Honda dealer in every city in America. Honda continues to innovate, working […]
Wholly Hybrid Camry: Is Toyota Making a Big Mistake?
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 […]
Four Great Mid-Size SUVs for Every Driver’s Style
Manufacturers’ 2024 offerings are already arriving at dealerships everywhere. If you’re shopping for an SUV for this upcoming year and you need five seats, then you might be deciding between a subcompact, compact, and mid-size SUV. If you know you cannot sacrifice cargo space or passenger comfort, then you have already figured out that you […]
2024 Chevrolet Lineup: What Safety Features Can You Expect?
It wasn’t too long ago that drivers and passengers could slide into the car, start it up, and head down the street with nothing but their destination on their minds. Ensuring everyone was buckled up wasn’t even considered. Today, some vehicles won’t even start without this confirmation, like any Chevy models with Buckle-to-Drive activated. While […]
Should You Choose a Honda Accord or Honda CR-V?
The Honda Accord has been around for seemingly a lifetime. It was first introduced to the world all the way back in 1977 to fill a gap in the market for larger sedans. Up until that point, Honda had been predominantly a motorcycle and minicar company. In 1995, Honda announced that a new vehicle would […]
How Fuel Economy for Trucks Is Changing
Pickup trucks and fuel economy are not usually terms you hear uttered in the same sentence—unless they’re uttered with concern. Historically, if you needed a pickup truck, you just had to accept your fate of spending a lot of money on gas and finding yourself at the pump often. It’s been the bane of the […]
The 6 Most Popular BMW Models and Why Drivers Flock to Them
BMW has long been known as a brand that makes performance cars with solid driving dynamics, and in recent years, it has branched out into SUVs and put a lot of focus on providing luxury interiors. With all of these various elements at play, and sometimes at odds with each other, which models will you […]
Are Heavy-Duty Trucks the New Face of Luxury Vehicles?
Those for the latest luxury vehicles may be surprised to see GMC make the move to trick out the Sierra 2500HD with a full Denali Ultimate trim. As the Hollies might have once sung, “He ain’t heavy-duty, he’s my super luxury truck.” Jokes aside, this is an interesting step in the evolution of top-level vehicles […]
Five Diverse Compact SUVs to Check Out for the 2024 Model Year
So you’re narrowing down your choices for your next vehicle, and you’ve landed on the compact SUV segment. Compact SUVs are popular for their versatile nature, delivering car-like handling with SUV-like capabilities. When your passenger needs rarely exceed seating for five, you can escape the higher price tag that comes with a larger SUV by […]
The Online Experience: A New Era for Dealerships and Car Buyers
Years ago, I remember being enamored by the idea that I didn’t have to buy my college textbooks from the campus bookstore, but could find them on the internet and have them shipped to my door. It was a foreign concept, and the name of the website even more so: Amazon. It turns out that […]
Celebrating Off-Road Legacies With the Bronco Heritage Edition and Wrangler Willys
The Ford Bronco and the Jeep Wrangler are two of the most storied names in off-roading. With more than 140 combined years and counting of taking people over rocky hills, dunes, muddy trails, and other terrain, they’re recognized well beyond the off-roading communities to which they cater. In a way, they’re what Harley-Davidson is to […]
You’ve Come a Long Way: 1972 Honda Civic vs 2024 Honda Civic Sedan
The year was 1972, and change was in the air. Nixon had just been re-elected but was under the cloud of Watergate. The Oakland As were about to win their first of three straight World Series, while swimmer Marc Spitz captured seven gold medals at the Munich Olympics. I turned eight years old, and remember […]
Does the Harley-Davidson ST Lineup Succeed in Adding Sportiness to Classic Touring Bikes?
Harley-Davidson motorcycles have long been known as the ultimate touring machine. Their V-twin baggers, with origins going back more than 80 years, set the standard for comfort, convenience, and raw attitude when exploring the open road. Recently, though, we’ve seen Harley-Davidson give the grand touring bike a sporty twist. The 2023 Street Glide ST, Road […]
Could the ZR1 Be the Best Corvette Yet?
In the world of American high-performance vehicles, few names carry as much weight as Corvette. Since it debuted in 1953, the luxury sports car has won countless hearts and minds to become the most emblematic model of its time. Some credit this reputation to the Corvette’s unprecedented power, while others are drawn in by the […]
Playing the Long Game With Some Super-Sized SUVs
Few vehicles can match the pure cargo space, passenger capacity, and utility of a full-size SUV. While the market has been skewing towards smaller crossovers as of late, there will always be a place for full-size SUVs. They might not be able to match crossovers in terms of pure efficiency or affordability, but when you’re […]
Popular Compact SUVs for 2024
Compact SUVs seem to be the main type of vehicle you see on the road these days. They’re a great combination of versatility and practicality: not as big and hard to maneuver as full-size SUVs, but with more cargo space and leg room for passengers than a sedan-style car. The 2024 Ford Escape, the 2024 […]
Fast Ford-warding Into the Future: Beyond the Lightning and Mach-E
The demand for innovative electric vehicles (EVs) is on the rise. This is the case for cities and even small towns throughout the United States, where citizens wish to protect their homes, their health, and the beautiful sprawls in which they go about their daily lives. As more drivers embrace the transition to sustainable and […]
The Numbers Are In: The Most Popular Trucks from 2023
Americans are passionate about their trucks, with mid-size, full-size, and heavy-duty workhorses dotting the landscape and dramatically impacting how we work, travel, and play. Trucks are integral to who we are and embody the characteristics that define our nation. They represent our grit and determination, freedom, and penchant for adventure long after a hard day’s […]
What Is the Ford Lobo and Why Are People Excited About It?
As part of the 2024 model year, Ford has already officially confirmed several big updates to the stalwart F-150 and other truck models, including new specialty trim levels and interior features. One of the most intriguing additions, though, is something the brand has remained tight-lipped about. Ever since it was revealed in August 2023 that […]