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 […]
Author: Sheila O’Neill
Rough and Rugged: A Look at the GMC Sierra 1500’s Off-Road Trims
GMC’s Sierra 1500 is a truck known for its useful configurability, classy styling, and powerful capability. While some Sierra models are better suited to use on flat, even streets, there are a few versions hanging around your local GMC Sierra dealer that are capable of leaving the pavement behind and rolling through the wilderness. If […]
The Futuristic Styling of Hyundai’s Ioniq EVs
You don’t have to be a car enthusiast to know that, for the past few years, automakers the world over have been working on expanding their clean energy options. The internal combustion engine is still alive and kicking for now, but consumers are getting more climate-conscious, fossil fuels aren’t exactly the most stable commodity, and […]
10 Cool & Noteworthy Trucks From Decades Past
Pickup trucks have been around for about a century now, and they’ve changed a lot over the years. Sure, you’ll find plenty of variety just by looking at the models populating a used truck dealership in your area, but spread your scope out to classic car shows and even museums, and you’ll find a wider […]
Fuel Feud: What’s the Best Power for a Truck?
More than any other type of vehicle out there, trucks are highly customizable. Browse through used trucks for sale at your local dealership, and you’ll find that a single model from a single year can be available in all kinds of configurations, with not only several trim levels but different available cab sizes, bed sizes, […]
From Trims to Tech: What’s New for the 2023 Ford Escape?
Looking at the Ford Escape, you can understand why compact crossover SUVs have become such a force to be reckoned with in the American auto market. The Escape is just as sleek and stylish as the average sedan but with more room for cargo and passengers, and Ford makes a point to keep it stocked […]
The Upcoming Ford Ranger Raptor: What to Expect
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. […]
Odd One Out: What Separates the Jeep Wrangler From Other SUVs?
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 […]
10 Fun Facts About Ford Trucks
Ford is an automaker with a long and storied history, stretching all the way back to 1903 and the very earliest days of the automotive industry. So while you may think you’re looking at a variety of different model years while browsing the F-150s at a used truck dealer, you’re really just scratching the surface. […]
Head to Head 2023 Trucks: GMC Sierra vs Nissan Titan
Looking at light-duty pickup trucks, it’s easy to find endless articles comparing and contrasting the most popular models like the Ford F-150, Ram 1500, and Chevy Silverado. But while those three may be bestsellers, they are far from the only game in town. Today we’re going to look at the Silverado’s classier cousin, the GMC […]
End of an Era: Saying Goodbye to the Nissan Maxima
Automotive enthusiasts without the exorbitant funds needed for a proper car collection have long had to choose between prowess and practicality. Sports cars have the power and precision that drivers who really care about cars crave but often lack the passenger and cargo space necessary to make them usable for everyday tasks. Meanwhile, more spacious […]
Chevy Silverado 1500 vs Ford F-150: Which Is Tougher?
Enthusiasts often get into heated debates about who wins in a battle of souped-up heavy-duty trucks or even proper Monster Trucks. But what about the more garden variety pickups? The sorts of models you’ll find when searching for used cars near you? Surely there’s an interesting conversation to be had about which one of those […]
30 Years of Exploration: The History of the Ford Explorer
If you visit just about any used Ford dealership, you’re sure to find several Explorers on the lot. Americans love our SUVs, and Ford’s Explorer is a popular option, coming in as the second best-selling midsize SUV of 2021, with some 220,000 vehicles sold that year alone. You don’t get those kinds of numbers overnight, […]
6 Fun Facts About the Subaru Outback
Since it first hit the scene almost thirty years ago, the Subaru Outback has amassed plenty of fans who appreciate its rugged capability and comfortable interior. In-person and online, Subaru Outback sales are still going strong decades later, even as drivers’ tastes have shifted significantly. Of course, the Outback hasn’t stayed static since its debut: […]
Car of the Future? Honda and Sony Join Forces for Upcoming High-Tech EV
Back in the day, cars used to be simple mechanical devices designed for getting people or cargo from one place to another, but as technology has become an increasingly important part of our lives, they’ve become essentially computers with wheels. Just about every option on the market today, from commuter sedans to pickup trucks, comes […]
What’s Under the Hood? A Look at the Chevy Silverado’s Array of Engine Options
Just looking at the wide range of options available for the Chevy Silverado, it’s easy for even the least informed of drivers to see that this model has an array of configurations. From the basic and affordable 1500 WT to the off-road-ready ZR2 to the luxurious and powerful HD High Country, the Silverado encompasses a […]
The Evolution of the Nissan Murano
If you see a Nissan Murano for sale at a car dealership, you might think that the sleek, modern crossover is a new entry in Nissan’s Canadian lineup. In fact, the model turns twenty years old in 2022, having first debuted at the 2002 New York International Auto Show. Of course, there have been plenty […]
What Makes the Yukon Denali Ultimate Such a Luxurious Full-Size SUV?
Most GMC fans are already familiar with the upper-level Denali trim. Available on several vehicles across the lineup, this trim is packed with luxury features, exclusive style, and an array of innovative tech. But GMC took things a step further when they added an even more lush Denali Ultimate trim to the 2022 Sierra 1500. […]
Outdated or Underrated? Station Wagons in the Modern Age
When asked to picture a station wagon, most people will conjure a mental image of an old car, probably with wood paneling and a blocky body. Many people think of this vehicle style as one whose time has come and gone. But take a stroll through any Subaru Outback dealer, and you’ll find that not […]
The Ford Fusion: A Classic Discontinued, but Maybe Not Fully Gone Yet
When the Ford Fusion first hit the market, it slotted in between the Ford Focus and the Ford Five Hundred. Today, all three models have been discontinued in North America, as Ford has decided to shift its focus to the more popular body styles in its lineup: trucks and SUVs. While tastes overall may have […]