We all remember the used car dealers of the past—lots of aging vehicles in the lot, large “For Sale” signs on the hoods, brightly colored flags blowing in the wind to get your attention, posters of women in scantily-clad bikinis, and some shifty looking men who wanted to sell you a bridge in Brooklyn. […]
Category: Car Tech
Four Fun Facts About the 2017 Toyota 86
The 2017 Toyota 86 is one of the “newest” inclusions to the brand’s selection of vehicles. Therefore, you presumably don’t know a whole lot about the vehicle and it’s capabilities and features. That’s why we’re here to help. We’ve provided several notable fun facts below, which should provide some further insight into the 2017 Toyota […]
Hyundai Ioniq: Because It’s Not Always Easy Being Green
Sometimes, it’s hard to do the right thing. Doing the right thing could cost you time, money, friends. You may start to resent what you’ve done, even though you know you’ve made a decision that will help others in the long term. And it may be that doing the right thing might be trendy right […]
Trade-In Advice from Former Customers and Dealership Employees
Are you looking to trade in your vehicle? Well, we’re sure you’ve read article upon article about how you can maximize the price of your current car. Well, we’re not looking to bore you once again. Rather, we figured that insight from legitimate customers and dealership employees could actually provide you with the most clarity […]
Uncovering the Honda Civic’s Hidden Easter Eggs
Those seeking a new compact car have surely debated between the 2017 Honda Civic vs 2017 Toyota Corolla. The vehicles are rather comparable, so prospective car buyers are naturally looking for every incentive that they can find. For those who enjoy easter egg hunts, you’ll surely appreciate the gems hidden inside the 2017 Honda Civic. […]
Uber Proves its Worth with McDonald’s Partnership
It’s no secret that the once-famed Uber has taken its fair share of below-the-belt blows in the past six months. Between deploying driverless Volvo XC90s on the streets of San Francisco without permission, to allegedly ripping off Google’s Waymo technology, to defying the call to boycott airport pickups amid Trump’s “Muslim Ban,” Uber has proven […]
Prius Earns World Green Car Award: No One is Surprised
The Toyota Prius is the full-hybrid electric car that is viewed as one of the pioneers of its class. Introduced in Japan back in 1997 as the first mass-produced hybrid vehicle in the country, the Prius was introduced globally starting in 2000. Since then, the Prius has been offered in different model variants and continues […]
Two Must-Have Chevy Truck Parts and Accessories
Spring is finally here and with it, for most of us across the United States, spring brings plenty of showers and a muddy season. This is great fun for Chevy truck drivers, especially those of you who test the boundaries and take your trucks off roading on all-terrain type adventures. Still, Monday will roll around […]
Nissan GT-R “Alpha G” Runs 6-Second Quarter Mile Time
A 0-60 mph time of six seconds is actually considered mediocre in 2017 since a lot of your top-notch performance cars hit 0-60 mph in under 5 (or even under 4) seconds. A 6-second quarter mile time though? You’d tell me that I’m just blowing smoke. Part of me wishes I was, because this is […]
Exploring the 2017 Jeep Cherokee’s Interior
Don’t judge a book by its cover, right? This expression isn’t necessarily applicable to the automotive industry because customers immediately gauge a vehicle’s curb appeal when seeking a new ride. This isn’t a bad thing, but sometimes these prospective buyers focus too much on the exterior. As a result, the interior may be overlooked. Well, if […]
Good News for Nissan Leaf Lessees After All
ButThere are so many great benefits available to drivers who opt to lease rather than purchase a car outright. One of best benefits to leasing over buying is that drivers who lease get to grab a new set of keys and zoom off in a new set of wheels every three years. Yes, there is […]
Honda Clarity EV Set to Debut in NY
I love the Honda car brand as much as anyone else – possibly even more. But with the recent teaser images released of the automaker’s newest plug-in hybrid car, we aren’t sure the Japanese automaker has its head on straight. Honda has confirmed that both the Clarity Electric and Clarity Plug-In Hybrid models will debut […]
Exploring the 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee’s Wheel Options
Depending on the driver, wheels may be a priority when shopping for a vehicle. Either way, there’s no denying their importance to the quality and operation of that car. As a result, you should genuinely care about which wheels are being installed on your new purchase. Well, if you’re pursuing a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee, […]
Chevy’s 2017 Hybrids are the Best on the Market
Bringing the best of what consumers expect from their new vehicles in 2017 to the forefront in today’s market takes more than just flashy features and a nice paint job. Today’s consumers are looking for more on all fronts, from safety to tech to raw performance power. But ask the average driver what’s most important […]
Liberty Walk Had Fun Modding Maserati’s Gran Turismo
Ah, Maserati. Many consider it the epitome of luxury and high-performance vehicles. Others think it is one of the worst companies, and produce the worst vehicles on the planet. But, the heated debate over the brand is pointless in what we’re about to talk about today. Sure, the Gran Turismo is a Maserati vehicle and the […]
Former GM Researcher Hired by Hyundai for Self-Driving Car Plant
Hyundai Motor Group has decided to hire Lee Jin-Woo, a former General Motors researcher, to help oversee its fully autonomous (self-driving) vehicle center. Why a former GM researcher? Well, the fact that he was a former GM researcher is irrelevant to Hyundai. Instead, the brand is interested in the fact that he led the autonomous driving technology development at GM […]
Dana Axles Coming to New Ford Bronco; Should Jeep Be Worried?
The upcoming release of the Ford Bronco has been announced, and is expected to reappear on the market in 2020. Because of this, some automakers might have let out a heavy sigh. Especially Chevrolet, since the Bronco was such a popular model back in the day, and really gave the Tahoe, Blazer, and Suburban a run for their money. […]
Just Like That, Hyundai Has a Full-Fledged Self-Driving Car
And just like that, Hyundai has a fully-fledged autonomous (self-driving) car. Seemingly overnight. At the Consumer Electronics Show, the place where automakers show off their latest and greatest gadgets (and of course, electronic cars), Hyundai debuted its autonomous version of the upcoming Ioniq. The brand claims its robot-car is going to be much more affordable. How? Because the company said […]
Hyundai’s Upgraded Tucson Fuel Cell SUV To Be Released for 2018
It’s officially happening. Hyundai is now working on the second generation of its Tucson fuel cell-powered SUV. The brand is looking to create an upgraded version of the fuel cell for 2018, and is promising to provide an even bigger range than the 265 miles that was found on the 2014 Hyundai Tucson on a full tank. In […]
4 Reasons Why You Should Buy Your Next Car Online
Buying a new or used car was once one of the most exciting purchases in a person’s life. Imagine a time where you cleared your schedule, dressed up in your very best suit and tie, and spent a delightful afternoon with a witty sales associate who helped you with your new vehicle transaction. As hard […]