There are plenty of reasons to want a luxury vehicle, whether you’re trying to impress coworkers and neighbors or you spend a lot of time behind the wheel and want a plush interior that makes driving more pleasant. But, generally speaking, there’s just one factor that prevents drivers from going down the luxury path: money. […]
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What Makes the Tahoe So Tough?
Pretty much every driver has seen a Tahoe rolling past them on the highway. This vehicle is normally carrying families back and forth from school functions to extracurricular activities, pediatrician appointments, and so forth. It’s a dedicated family hauler, but what you may not realize is how tough it actually is, no matter what situation […]
Equinox EV vs Blazer EV: What Sets Them Apart?
Take a stroll around your local Chevy dealer, and you’re bound to see some new EVs wearing familiar nameplates. Chevrolet’s 2024 electric lineup consists of the Silverado EV, Blazer EV, and Equinox EV. The Silverado EV is clearly unique as the only pickup truck in the batch, but the two SUVs have a lot in […]
Why the 2025 Toyota GR86 Hakone Edition Is a Big Deal
A few months ago, longtime Toyota 86/GR86 enthusiasts got the news they hoped for: The Hakone Edition, which had previously been seen on the 2020 Toyota 86—the final year of the first generation—was making a return. With the Toyota 86 having since been upgraded to the Toyota GR86 under the Gazoo Racing banner, fans were […]
Honda Jumpstarts Its All-Electric Future With New Models, Partnerships
A prologue is defined as a short introduction that gives background information and sets the stage for the story to come. As the Honda brand’s first mass-market EV, the 2024 Prologue hopes to do just that. Built in collaboration with GM and leveraging the American company’s Ultium electric architecture, the Prologue is a midsize crossover […]
America’s Best-Selling Trucks of 2024 (So Far…)
Everybody wants to be the best. Unfortunately, that’s an honor that’s reserved strictly for a chosen few, the ones that outperform the competition, year after year, the ones that hold themselves to a higher standard, and the ones that stop at nothing to give the people what they want. In the pickup truck arena, there’s […]
Honda Delivers a Larger-Than-Life Subcompact in the 2025 HR-V
With impressive cargo space, a thoroughly modern interior, and available all-wheel drive across all three trims, the 2025 Honda HR-V is redefining just what a subcompact crossover can be. From the entry-level LX to the stylish Sport and feature-packed EX-L, the 2025 Honda HR-V can go toe-to-toe with any other model in the hotly contested […]
An In-Depth Look at the Evolution of the Chevy Tahoe
There are SUVs that families can make do with, and then there are SUVs that were designed with families in mind—models that cater to the needs of those traveling with more people and cargo. That’s the Chevy Tahoe, and it is one of the main reasons why this is such a popular model in the […]
What Does the Future Hold For Struggling Stellantis Brands?
Facing a prolonged sales slump, the world’s fourth-largest automaker could soon start making some drastic cuts to its portfolio of brands. Stellantis was formed in 2021 when Fiat Chrysler Automobiles merged with France’s Groupe PSA. While it was hoped the merger would result in considerable cost savings, drive global expansion, and enhance each brand’s own […]
The 2025 Dodge Charger Sixpack: What We Know So Far
As someone who grew up during the 1990s, I regretfully missed out on the golden age of the muscle car. The closest I ever got to witnessing an auto segment that was big on performance was during the formative years of the SUV boom; I remember the Ford Excursion and Hummer being the ultimate status […]
How the Toyota Corolla Saved America During the Gas Crisis of the 1970s
If there’s one thing consumers are always wary of, it’s the never-ending fluctuation of gas prices. Pulling up to the pump only to see that the gallon cost has increased by a few cents is enough to cause aggravation. Now, imagine going for your weekly fill-up, only to see that no gas was available or […]
Five Rideshare-Ready Models to Jumpstart Your Career
The sharing economy has revolutionized everything from food delivery and personal transportation to vacation rentals, camping, and retail. Simply download an app to your smartphone and you could start picking up a little extra work on the weekends or even launch an entirely new career. Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft allow drivers to turn […]
How the Asian Market Turned the Minivan Into a New Type of Luxury Vehicle
Once a staple of ’80s and ’90s soccer mom culture, minivans have faced a precipitous decline over the last few decades, with only four models currently on offer: the Honda Odyssey, Toyota Sienna, Kia Carnival, and Chrysler Pacifica. These roomy family vehicles have been steadily replaced by a new generation of crossover SUVs that provide […]
Ten Features That Make Chevy Trucks So Cool
Trucks these days are filled with features that set them apart from the rest; just look at models like the Honda Ridgeline, built on a unibody frame with an iconic look, or the F-150, armed with features like an on-board generator to make it more accommodating than its peers. When it comes to cool features, […]
Toyota Has Revolutionized a Legend With the 2025 Camry
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 […]
Electric Luxury: A Look at the Mercedes EQ Lineup
The electrification of the auto industry is no longer niche: it’s affecting every corner of the market, from commuter cars to pickup trucks to family SUVs. Go to your local Mercedes-Benz dealer, and you’ll find that luxury brands are also going electric. Mercedes has launched its EQ lineup, which consists of fully electric vehicles of […]
Does the 2025 Corvette ZR1 Pass the Supercar Test?
A 1,064-hp twin-turbocharged V8, 1,200 lbs of downforce at top speed, a zero-to-sixty-time of 2.5 seconds, a top speed of 215 mph, a wealth of carbon fiber, 828 lb-ft of torque (800 lb-ft of which is available at just 300 RPM), and a starting price of $180,000; these stats call to mind some of the […]
Forecasting Ford’s Hybrid and EV Future
There’s no denying that all-electric vehicles are an undeniable part of our automotive future, but is that future now? A quick glance at some recent headlines would suggest that the industry might be pumping its brakes when it comes to embracing the all-electric approach. While the EV segment certainly holds promise, practicality, cost, access to […]
How Has the Armada Been Enhanced for 2025?
The full-size Nissan Armada has been confidently shuttling families to all the places they need to go for 20 years now. Launched for the 2004 model year, the Armada has been a dedicated family traveler ever since, with three rows of space, a cavernous interior, and plenty of pep in its step as it makes […]
Will the Honda/Nissan/Mitsubishi Alliance Lead to a Next-Gen EV?
Honda, Nissan, and Mitsubishi rocked the auto world in late July when they announced a new strategic partnership aimed at advancing the development of some exciting new technology. The three brands are all established names in the market but have recently fallen behind in one key area: EVs. With all-electric vehicles making steady gains among […]