The 2021 Honda Ridgeline might feature a familiar truck profile, but it’s almost more of a synthesis of some of the best features available on today’s cars, trucks, and SUVs. This comes as little surprise given the Ridgeline’s status as the only truck in Honda’s current lineup; when a manufacturer known for their distinctive approach […]
The automotive market has redefined the concept of the sport utility vehicle in the last couple of decades. They have grown in size, and they have shrunk. They have gained power, and they have decreased engine output. They have become more family-oriented, and they have become targeted for single millennials. There is an SUV out […]
We have been conditioned to believe that the word “capability” can only lend itself to certain things. This is especially true in the automotive world. Big trucks would have you believe that they are the only vehicles that fit this specific definition of utility. And it tends to work, for the most part. “Capable” and […]
Kia is relatively new to the United States. They opened their first stateside dealership in Oregon in 1994, even though they were founded fifty years before that. Even today, there are fewer than 800 Kia dealership locations spread out across the US. There are some upsides to that low number, though. Many larger cities see a saturation […]
Few cars in the world can get true automotive fanatics geared up the way the Ford Mustang can. For decades, it has stood at the forefront of the American muscle car scene. It has a storied past, full of innovation, rivalry, and cultural influence that few vehicles anywhere in the world can claim. The Shelby […]
Sport utility vehicles are everywhere these days. You’ve got the subcompacts, the compacts, the crossovers, the mid-size, the full-size and some interesting combinations of more than one of the above. Virtually every driver on this planet can find the right SUV for them. Even on Mars, the Mars Rover is technically a sport utility vehicle […]
So, you’ve been a lifelong ‘Vette fan. You’ve watched the evolution of America’s most beloved sports car for decades. Generation after generation, you have kept up with what’s new, what returns, what is better, what can be improved. You can rattle off horsepower and engine size statistics from the 1960s to today. You may have […]
It wasn’t that long ago that Kia was considered an also-ran in the automotive world. After all, Kia didn’t even enter the American market until the 1990s. With the established presence of not only American automakers but also European and Asian companies, it is hard to believe that a company like Kia could have gained […]
Sticker prices are rising higher and higher, and it isn’t just because of inflation. The features that have made the modern vehicle a home away from home are becoming more prolific by the years, and they are not coming cheap. It won’t be long before you see Chevy trucks carrying the $100,000 sticker price. The […]
The 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500 is entering into its fourth generation, so naturally, there are some big changes. Generally, when a pickup truck has a generation switch it is a good thing. That is especially true for this year’s Chevy Silverado 1500. The most notable things to look for are the engine options, the interior […]
The midsize sport utility vehicle race is a crowded one. No matter what you are looking for specifically, you have a huge field to choose from. There are a lot of dogs in this fight, and you have your pick of the litter. Fortunately, if you have landed here, you are looking at two thoroughbreds […]
It is well known throughout the automotive world that Chevrolet can produce some incredibly powerful vehicles. Their Silverado line is consistently a class leader in towing and hauling capacity, as well as horsepower and torque. The Suburban line is one of the most sought after sport utility vehicles on the market, partly due to the […]
For some, leasing a new or used vehicle is a much more viable option than purchasing. Many people do not want to feel confined to one car for its duration. The car payment itself can be stifling, not to mention that if anything happens to your new vehicle, you are squarely on the hook for […]
The notion of diesel engines being used solely, or even primarily, for big rigs is long gone. More and more these days, we are seeing diesel trucks for sale in the everyday commuter vehicle market. Each one of the major American automakers offers several diesel engine options on their pickup trucks. Whether you are a […]
If you are in the market for a new sport utility vehicle, you are certainly not alone. The SUV market is now the most competitive in the world, with new sizes and variations hitting the roads every year. Not only are automakers revealing new vehicles every year, they are starting to come in sizes ranging […]
The 2019 GMC Sierra 3500HD is a beast of a truck. There is no way around it. Everything you could want in a work truck you can find in a 2019 GMC Sierra 3500HD. In fact, this particular Sierra is often sold as fleet trucks and commercial vehicles because they are large, powerful and can […]
Brand loyalty is a big deal to a lot of consumers. In Brand Keys annual list of customer loyalty, six automotive companies made the top 100, including both Chevrolet and Nissan. If you are considering a 2019 Chevy Silverado vs 2019 Nissan Titan, and you are already in one of those camps, your mind might […]
In the realm of great debates in America today, leasing versus buying a car is up there with pineapple as a topping on pizza. Some believe in it wholeheartedly, while some look at you with pure disgust. Some prefer their car buying experience to be traditional and savory, while some are open to the idea […]
American roads are becoming inundated with sport utility vehicles and crossovers. It makes sense, though. They are incredibly versatile vehicles that have a wide range of appeal to drivers. Everything from full-sized SUVs like the Suburban or Expedition to subcompact crossovers like the Trax or the 2019 Toyota C-HR have carved out niches for themselves […]
Hundreds of thousands of vehicles are sold every year in the United States. More than twice as many used and pre-owned cars are sold as brand new ones. While some dealerships offer both new and pre-owned vehicles, many of the cars, trucks, and SUVs purchased every year come from what is known as a “buy […]
