Tuning a car is a great way to turn a reliable, everyday driver into a thrill-seeking, track-gobbling performance vehicle, but it can be an intimidating process for the average driver. Between overhauling the exhaust, tweaking the vehicle’s fuel management, upping the air intake, and diving into the money pit that is forced induction, unlocking a […]
Call it voyeurism or schadenfreude, but there’s something about a car crash that just tends to grab our attention. It can be hard to tear your eyes away from the real-life drama of an accident, so much so that we’ve even coined a term for the phenomenon: rubbernecking. Known to snarl traffic and delay commutes, […]
I was talking to a friend of mine about electric vehicles, what’s out there right now, and what’s hitting the scene, and he asked me, “Is the IONIQ 6 the best EV on the market?” My immediate thought and reaction was to say, “No, it’s good, but it’s not the best EV out there.” And […]
Are you tired of all the boring used SUVs for sale? The good news is that there are some fun-to-drive pre-owned options available to check out. We’re not talking about expensive performance SUVs like the BMW X5 M or excessively powerful vehicles like the Dodge Durango Hellcat. We’re going to take a look at three […]
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 […]
The 2022 Hyundai Tucson is turning heads with a bold redesign that looks like it rolled right out of a sci-fi movie. But it takes more than a cool aesthetic to impress real automotive enthusiasts, so we want to know: are these changes only skin-deep, or can Hyundai back up the SUV’s flashy looks with […]
You’ve probably passed by your fair share of SUVs by now, seeing as they’re dominating the roads, and among the sea of many distinctive SUVs lies the Chevy Equinox. Always a classic, the Equinox seems to give drivers exactly what they’re looking for time and time again, never pushing the boundaries too far with its […]
Once upon a time, automakers had the idea of mixing the luxury of a sedan or SUV with the capabilities provided by a pickup truck’s payload bed. The concept relied upon economies of scale, building out utilizing an existing platform, so there was no need to create a new chassis and suspension system. Some, like […]
In the realm of compact pickups, there’s been a reinvigoration of competition. In fact, the compact market is seeing some great innovation from various market players, including Ford and Hyundai. In particular, the Ford Maverick is looking to challenge a completely fresh demographic of potential buyers interested in paying under $20,000 for the truck. Hyundai, […]
It is no secret that the number one and number two automakers in South Korea have a unique relationship. Hyundai, the larger of the two, owns about a third of Kia, which today works out to billions of dollars. And while that relationship would make it seem as though all offerings from these two companies […]
With so much of the current auto news dominated by pandemic-related change and how the industry is evolving to accommodate these changes, it seems like a good opportunity to talk about something else entirely. Like cars, for instance. So let’s take a look at some of the exciting cars that are coming out in the […]
If you are looking for a brand new adventure vehicle, then there are two that you should strongly consider the 2020 Jeep Renegade vs the 2020 Hyundai Kona. Both of these models are considered to be subcompact SUVs, but don’t let that fool you into thinking they are weak. What the Jeep Renegade and Hyundai […]
When you think SUV, what comes to mind? A rugged boxy appearance? A gas-guzzling beast? Plenty of engine power? The SUV has dominated the auto industry, and as more and more manufacturers take a turn down this road, the factors that define an SUV are changing. Each designer is putting their own spin on what […]
If you have been on the road recently Compact or small SUVs are becoming more popular amongst drivers, and it’s clear to see why. With stylish and affordable options that go neck-in-neck with what they have to offer car shoppers have many options to choose from when it comes to getting a vehicle that will […]
Crossovers are all the rage right now and are very popular to suit the active lifestyles of many people. That popularity makes the subcompact SUV or crossover market a fairly crowded one, with many options to choose from. This is generally a good thing, as it equates to more choice for buyers looking for specific […]
For the 2018 model year, Hyundai introduced a five-door subcompact crossover SUV in the same optimistic manner in which any new model offering is served up, hopeful for both acceptance (if not outright praise). Boasting a modern aesthetic and a confident array of capable powertrains, Hyundai knew that had a winner from day one with […]
The phrase “hot hatchbacks” has been thrown around a bit lately, driven by the recent trend of creating coupe-inspired variants of different vehicle styles. In the case of the “five-door coupe,” it calls for a slimmed down hatch which allows the body style to more closely resemble a sedan, rather than the classic hatchback aesthetic. […]
With so many impressive SUV offerings flooding the market, we’re sure you’re having a tough time zeroing in on one specific target. These vehicles seem to deliver incredible performance, notable technologies, and an array of safety functions. Therefore, you should really be zeroing in on a nameplate that goes above and beyond with their offerings, […]
Hyundai-Kia Automotive Group has been around since 1967, (as Hyundai Motor Company) so there’s a lot to know about the brand as a whole. We’ve done the research to compile this list of interesting facts and bits of trivia about Hyundai as a brand, its cars, and other products, and Hyundai dealerships to keep you […]
Recently, I wrote a comparison piece focused around two ill-fitting models; the first, an import model that had been introduced 30 years prior to the second – a relatively new domestic offering. Comparing it to 40-year old challenging a 70-year old to a race, it was not dissimilar to seeing how apples measured up against […]
