Any successful individual will tell you that in order to make a handful of hits, you have to make a lot of misses. For every great song by The Rolling Stones, there are 20 that never made it out of Keith Richards’ notebook. Even Michelangelo probably has some sketches piled up in a basement that […]
Year: 2023
Form Follows Function: The Design Principle Behind the 2024 GMC Sierra 3500 HD
Chicago architect Louis Sullivan coined the famous design principle of “form follows function,” teaching this technique to Frank Lloyd Wright, who popularized it once he became one of America’s most prolific and renowned architects. But this design theory has ballooned beyond the world of architecture, now pervading every industry—and automobiles are no exception. Even a […]
A Glance Into the Future: The 2024 Chevy Silverado
Fans of science fiction love the idea of a glimpse into the future. From Tenet to Doctor Who, science fiction staples provide brief looks at what the future may hold, teasing the audience with possibilities. While I can’t show you 2050 (maybe we’ll have the flying cars by then, but probably not), I can show […]
Auto News Roundup: Late Winter 2023
As we head into spring, it’s a good time to check back on some recent and current auto news. Electric vehicles continue to make headlines, with both the US pursuing new EV infrastructure goals and the European Union setting a hard deadline for sunsetting fossil fuel-powered vehicles. We’ll also fact-check a new hit HBO series […]
Supercharged & Turbocharged — What’s the Difference?
There’s never a question of whether we need more power in our trucks because the answer is obvious: always, and undoubtedly, “yes.” Ram gets this, proving as much with models like the Ram TRX, a truck that’s transformed dealership lots across the country as one of the most coveted Ram trucks for sale. As the […]
Toyota Tacoma: Making Its Case as a Workhorse
There are plenty of people who will argue that a “real” work truck needs to be a full-size model. Plenty of others get pretty heated about the merits of domestic brands like Ford and Chevy. I get all of that, but I think it pays to expand one’s thoughts about what makes a real workhorse […]
Getting the Most Out of Your 2023 Camaro for Less Than $50K
It’s been more than half a century since the Chevy Camaro burst onto the scene with all the swagger, bravado, and ill intent of the villain in a superhero blockbuster. Ford had spoiled Chevy’s prevailing industry dominance with the revolutionary Mustang in 1964, but Chevy couldn’t let the blue oval have an entire market niche […]
Ride, Sally, Ride in a 2023 Ford Mustang
The Ford Mustang made its debut on April 17, 1964 at the New York World’s Fair. I was just over two weeks old, so I guess I can be forgiven for not remembering the event. Even so, the great Wilson Pickett immortalized the Mustang in the song “Mustang Sally.” For those who don’t remember, the […]
Teaching an Old Pony New Tricks: The All-New Corvette E-Ray
Chevrolet is pulling out all the stops to celebrate the 70th birthday of its iconic sports car. Sure, there’s a “70th Anniversary Edition” Corvette with exclusive badging, colors, and even a custom luggage set designed to match, but there’s also something even more exciting: the reveal of the upcoming 2024 Chevy Corvette E-Ray. This hybrid […]
Off-Road Domination: The World of the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 ZR2
To the casual observer, off-roading might seem like a leisurely activity that attracts those people who never quite grew past the stage of playing in the dirt and slinging mud around with reckless abandon. For those who enjoy taking their travels off the pavement and into terrains that others would hesitate to explore, off-roading is […]
The Future of Off-Roading Belongs to the Bronco Raptor
When it was announced that the Ford Bronco was being resurrected, millions of Ford devotees and nostalgia buffs were overcome with excitement. With SUVs continuing on their upward trajectory in immense popularity and appeal, it only makes sense that one of the forebears of the vehicle class would return to the fold and reclaim its […]
The 2024 Chevy Silverado EV by the Numbers
Not too long ago, gasoline and diesel powertrains, and maybe the occasional FlexFuel option, were pretty much the only game in town for pickups. But looking at trucks for sale these days, you’ll find plenty of models that have electric components, whether they’re hybrids or full-on EVs. This exciting shift in technology expands demand for […]
Five Hybrid Options That Are Gone but Not Forgotten
From traditional hybrids that get their extra fuel efficiency from regenerative braking to plug-in hybrids to full-on electric vehicles, cars powered by electricity are getting increasingly popular these days. Despite the trends overall going in their favor, there are several hybrids that you can only find on the used car lot because, for one reason […]
A Chevy Truck Owner’s Guide to Off-Roading Tires
If you’re going to take your truck off the flat, predictable roads and venture out into the wilderness, there are plenty of things you’ll want to make sure are up to the task, from your suspension system and shocks to your underbody and bumpers. But beyond skid plates and tow hooks, don’t forget to check […]
The BMW iX: Reaching Warp Speed in Comfort
The year is 2023. Inventories are fluctuating. Prices are high. Wyoming wants to ban electric vehicles at the same time that California wants to ban internal combustion engines. The future is as muddled as that statement implies, but any BMW iX dealer might tell you otherwise. They’re selling the car of the future and that […]
My Love For The Jeep Wrangler, As Told By Noel
I grew up with a family of truck lovers. My dad has always had big, heavy-duty farm trucks and work trucks. Mom refuses to drive a car, owning two trucks throughout my entire 27 years of life—a blue/green 1992 Chevy Silverado and a maroon 2004 GMC Sierra that she still drives today. Naturally, when I […]
2023 SUV Supremacy: The Nissan Rogue vs. The Chevy Equinox
If there’s one certainty in the automotive marketplace, it’s the implementation of names that generate excitement and intrigue. When it comes to the various SUVs that are produced every year, the long list of names that stand out from one another is a list that seems to be ever-growing. The current model year sees this […]
Satisfy Your Need for Speed––On a Budget––With a Honda
Honda is known for reliable, affordable, and smooth-handling cars. Its vehicles have always attracted responsible drivers looking for safe cars at a budget-friendly price. The Honda Civic has been a top seller since its first release over 50 years ago. But thrill-seekers should know Honda has also slipped some speedy models into its lineup through […]
Making Family SUVs Fun: The 2023 Ford Explorer
What do you do when you need a roomy family car with comfortable seats and plenty of cargo space, but you still want to have fun behind the wheel? You buy a 2023 Ford Explorer. Cars that can cart around the kids during the day while still giving you a burst of adrenaline when you […]
Digital Driver: The Long History of Jeep-Themed Video Games
Since the earliest days of Atari and arcades, racing games have been a mainstay in the world of video games. The digital domain gives players a chance to experience the high-speed automotive antics that would likely land them a steep ticket in the real world, providing the perfect outlet for those looking to test their […]