I’ll never forget my dad’s first Cadillac. It was a ’69 Sedan DeVille in Shalimar Gold. But what made it so memorable was the first road trip we made in that Cadillac. It was August 15, 1969, and we were heading to my uncle’s summer home in the Catskills. All that stood between us and […]
Some families dream of trips to Walt Disney World or an amusement park like Six Flags, but others prefer a different adventure that takes them deep into the woods and the unknown. Adventurous families come in all types, not one better than another. Mine is of the mud-on-the-tires sort, often looking for ways to get […]
The 2023 Honda Accord is set to come out soon, a mid-size sedan that’s long been a star of the Honda lineup. With a spacious interior, large trunk, easy handling, and great fuel efficiency, there are a lot of reasons to love the Accord, and Honda just gave drivers another big one: Google Assistant. This […]
Could there be a new trail runner destined to rival icons like the Toyota Tacoma? If Ford has a say, then the answer is yes. The 2023 Ford Maverick has every opportunity to give the Tacoma a run for its money on the trail with its all-new Tremor Off-Road Package. Available on the XLT and […]
There’s a reason the Tacoma is so popular, and the reason is that it is an affordable, stylish, highly-capable truck that is easily customizable and tears up both the roads and the trails. There are a lot of great trucks out there. Most truck enthusiasts are enthralled with full-size trucks since they provide a heftier […]
Have you ever wondered where your name comes from? Maybe you’ve asked your parents and were told your name was biblical, or perhaps you’re named after your great-grandfather. Whatever your name represents, I can assure you it’s not as cool as being named after one of the most historic and ruthless trails you can take […]
The Subaru Forester is the kind of car that doesn’t have any known enemies. In all conceivable ways, it is a polite, enjoyable compact SUV that has been holding its own since its 1997 debut. It’s equipped with “just right” levels of technology, comfort and convenience features, power, and performance to have made millions of […]
First introduced for the 2010 model year, the “Raptor” name was initially applied only to the Ford F-150 and designated a trim developed with high performance and incredible power in mind. Since then, it has primarily remained an F-150 exclusive designation, at least here in the US, but with this coming model year, that’s all […]
There’s this little SUV. You may have heard of it; it’s actually been one of Toyota’s top-selling vehicles for the past thirty-three years. It’s called the RAV4. Does that sound familiar? You may be surprised to learn that the Toyota RAV4 is still very much a big deal around the world, accounting for plenty of […]
Anyone who has spent enough time around true gearheads knows that the automotive world has its fair share of jargon. From “hooning” around with friends to giving your ride a “dab of oppo,” modding the “end can” on your “tuner” to firing up the “four-banger” or switching out the” slushbox” on your “sleeper,” these slang […]
Famously harsh to the ears of non-speakers and filled with lengthy compound words, the German language is a noticeable departure from European romance languages like French, Spanish and Italian. German and English actually have a lot in common, making many German terms relatively easy to parse at first sight for English speakers. In fact, the […]
Ford’s midsize pickup, the Ranger, returned to the American market in 2019, and it’s been delivering refined powertrains and great stats ever since, winning over fans looking for a truck that’s efficient and easy to maneuver in tight spaces. The 2023 Ford Ranger is launching a new generation of the truck with a total redesign. […]
Today, drivers demand more from their vehicles regarding capability but without compromising efficiency or handling. We want exceptional road warriors that are engaging and fun to drive, but they also need to be capable and efficient so that we don’t spend a fortune on fuel or aren’t tied to charging stations for long periods. We […]
I know that’s already a loaded question. Some people are going to disagree with me, but first, hear me out. Whether you’re looking for a Chevy Silverado 1500 near you to buy, or you just like knowing what’s out there – if you like to go off-road, then the Silverado can’t be beaten. For years […]
Take a look at the SUVs that populate most dealerships, from Chevys and Fords to Hondas and Toyotas, and you’re sure to find a lot of common ground among the vehicles. Americans have been driving up demand for SUVs for a few decades now. At this point, drivers know what they like, and automakers want […]
The 2023 GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate takes the full-size SUV places it has never gone before. It features the latest technology as well as more luxury comfort features than any model ever built by GMC. This appears to be GMC’s bid to compete with the super luxury full-size SUV models that have become quite popular […]
Do you ever suddenly think about some of the things that used to be the norm when you were a kid? Or maybe something was before your time that you always wanted to experience? From the disco era to the new millennium, there have been so many fads, especially when it comes to cars. In […]
Nationwide, every Chevrolet dealer heard only crickets in 1953 when the Corvette debuted, failing to impress drivers as Chevrolet envisioned. The automaker had a lot riding on the Corvette, hoping it would pull the company out of a sales slump. However, the first-generation model was a massive flop, with Chevy selling only 183 models. So, […]
Most of us can remember the renowned Dodge Viper, whether we saw it first-hand or we raced it through Ancient Ruins and Coastal Parklands in Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit 2. While many folks remember the Viper as nothing more than a cool sports car, there’s significant importance behind this particular model. The Dodge Viper […]
GMC has created a bit of a practical quandary for heavy-duty truck drivers. They have released a perfectly lovely 2023 GMC Sierra 2500 for sale; this is not a problem in itself, but a new and improved Sierra HD collection has been announced for 2024. So, as a driver with a need for a massive […]
