As we look back on the new and refreshed models of 2024, there were quite a few options designed to appeal to enthusiasts. The sports car world saw the introduction of models like the Ford Mustang Dark Horse, Nissan Z NISMO, and Chevy Corvette E-Ray, while the lineup of new adventure vehicles included the likes […]
What were you doing in 1991? Arnold Schwarzenegger coined “Hasta la vista, baby,” and a young Macaulay Culkin taught six-year-olds like me what to do when left home alone during Christmas. Friday nights were planned around television lineups featuring a young, suspenders-wearing Urkel, a home improvement show with grunts demanding “more power,” and a fresh […]
Have you ever been to a Honda dealer, seen the HPD emblem on a vehicle, and wondered what it stood for? Racing enthusiasts will likely clue you in on its meaning straight away. HPD stands for “Honda Performance Development,” and it has been the high-octane arm of the brand here in America for decades. Most […]
A wise man once said, “In many ways, the work of a critic is easy… We thrive on negative criticism, which is fun to write and to read,” and he wasn’t wrong. Negative criticism is fun to write, and seeing someone taken down a peg—particularly when they deserve it—is fun to read, but that doesn’t […]
While many early hybrid models prized efficiency above all else, the segment has come a long way over the last two decades. Today’s hybrids can match or even exceed their gas-powered counterparts in terms of performance. That’s certainly the case when it comes to the new Honda Civic Hybrid for sale, which joins the lineup […]
Drivers are always drawn to the latest models on the streets, but what about the old geezers of the automotive industry? After all, vehicles that are even just a year old are considered used goods, but that doesn’t make them any less capable of completing challenging tasks. In fact, they can often do it better […]
When I say I like my tea hot, I mean nearly boiling, and that’s the temperature of the rumors going around about Cadillac releasing a V-Series badged Cadillac LYRIQ for sale. Do I think the rumor could be even remotely true? Well, dear reader, let’s roll up our sleeves and dig through the details to […]
The GMC Acadia’s AT4 trim turns the already-capable SUV into a competent off-road contender. While it might not be able to achieve some of the rock-crawling, dune-bashing feats of off-road strength one might experience behind the wheel of a dedicated body-on-frame adventure rig, it’s still a standout in the crossover class. The advantages of the […]
While other forms of motorsports rely on highly specialized race cars that are virtually unusable outside of a track, rally cars must handle a wide range of road conditions and are commonly based on street-going vehicles. In fact, most of them are even street-legal and transit open road sections between the special stages where they […]
You’re probably aware that Mercedes-Benz is one of those brands that exudes top-level luxury. I mean, there aren’t too many luxury automakers out there with such an esteemed reputation, and when it comes to some of its most famous models, I’m sure you’ve heard of them. Maybach, G-Wagon, AMG…the list goes on. Even if you […]
For quite some time now, the Japanese dual-sport market over 300cc has been a bit of a Jurassic Park; all of the options were either full-on adventure bikes or had a design that has remained unchanged since before smartphones were invented. The only exception was the Honda CRF450RL, but since it is basically a street-legal […]
When I say “Yamaha,” there are a few things you might think of. One may be the world’s largest musical instrument manufacturer, churning out everything from pianos and guitars to drumsticks. Another is the audio company that, among other things, developed the first successful digital synthesizer and the first CD recorder. If you’re reading CarLifeNation, […]
If you’re a fan of trucks, you’ve likely heard of the Ram 1500. Seeing one drive down the road is an everyday occurrence for most of us. There are a lot of trucks on the market, but Ram always tends to stick out for good reasons. Its affordability, durability, and towing capacity make it hard […]
As the pickup segment has grown in popularity, it’s also become a little watered down. There’s nothing wrong with the new generation of light-duty models that focus on efficiency, comfort, and luxury, but the influx of smaller trucks—especially unibody models like the Ford Maverick, Hyundai Santa Cruz, and Honda Ridgeline—threatens to dilute the segment’s reputation […]
For decades, Mazda has been known for quick cars that inspire exhilaration for their drivers. Their motto is literally “Zoom-Zoom.” Mazda debuted two concept cars at the annual Tokyo Auto Salon show in January 2024 as part of a new sub-brand: Mazda Spirit Racing. Dubbed the Spirit Racing RS and the Spirit Racing 3, these […]
What if one of the most iconic off-roaders never existed? Well, that was almost the case with the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon. Long before this exhilarating trim made its way onto showroom floors across the nation, tensions were high at the factory, but lo and behold, hard work and dedication persevered. Today, we have one of […]
Honda has built a reputation as one of the most reliable brands on the market, and the critics seem to agree. The Japanese automaker ranks as the second-best non-luxury brand in terms of predicted reliability, earning a stellar 70/100 rating from Consumer Reports. Honda has also earned some recognition for its performance-oriented offerings, with models […]
Cadillac has always been known as a luxury brand, and it doesn’t look like it’s going to change anytime soon. While the advent of all-electric vehicles has done its part in shaking up the market, Cadillac has embraced the challenge head-on and used it as an excuse to roll out one of its fanciest models […]
When the redesigned 2025 Porsche 911 was unveiled earlier this year, it ruffled some feathers. Like almost every high-end sports car these days (and many cars that are neither high-end nor sporty), the new 911 introduced a hybrid powertrain and dropped the manual transmission. While the result was certainly fast, it was a double slap […]
2025 marks the Ford Mustang’s diamond jubilee as this quintessential pony car celebrates 60 years on the market. Ford is doing its part to get in on the festivities, gifting 2025 Ford Mustang drivers with everything from a 315-hp turbo four-cylinder to a 500-hp V8 Dark Horse and a 60th Anniversary Edition that’s limited to […]
