The year is 1991, and a distinctive orange and green sports car pulls up to the starting line at the Circuit de la Sarthe, home of the gruelling 24 Hours of Le Mans auto race. The infamous track had long been a testing ground for cutting-edge automotive technology, and the 1991 race was to be […]
Mazda has been putting out some top-of-the-line, near-luxury vehicles over the past few years. They’ve been competitive in the market and are starting to give drivers even more options when it comes to trims, and the 2022 Mazda CX-9 has quite a few to choose from. Since we’re looking at the Mazda Menu, and the […]
Drivers seeking off-road-ready vehicles now have more choices than ever. While the pursuit was previously reserved for those with off-road specific rigs or four-wheel drive vehicles souped up to handle off-road fun, a new breed of SUV has entered the fray. These vehicles offer much of the same heavy-duty equipment as the competition, but also […]
When you’re on top of the mountain, there are those who are eager to try to knock you down. If there’s one entity that understands this fact all too well, it’s Chevrolet. For generations, the brand has symbolized and embodied the blue-collar working class and, in doing so, has continually provided an expansive fleet that […]
Mazda has won over plenty of fans with its famous MX-5 Miata, but that’s not all the brand has to offer. Its lineup of crossovers pairs comfort and style seamlessly and is full of vehicles that are both practical and fun to drive. Mazda dealer lots are full of various CX models, and soon there […]
Modern sports cars have been getting faster, a lot faster. Speed is an easy metric to measure, and modern engineering is delivering more powerful engines than ever before, creating an arms race that makes the days of classic muscle cars look like a friendly competition. Affordable pony cars like the Ford Mustang GT and Chevy […]
The challenge of a technical trail and the teamwork required are worth the reward of sitting around a campfire with friends, listening to the wind rustling through the trees, taking in the star-lit sky, and knowing that you’re fully immersed in the wild. Even better is the fact that, when morning arrives, you’re back behind […]
If you’re a big fan of somewhat esoteric auto engine options, or you’re particularly into Mazda as a company, then you might’ve heard of a rotary engine before. For everyone else, however, the rotary engine is likely a bit of mechanical trivia you’ve never heard of – but it’s something that I think is worth […]
Three-row SUVs like the Ford Explorer and the Mazda CX-9 are a saving grace for families of all sizes and with a variety of interests because they’re a stylish and sophisticated alternative to the behemoth minivans of the 1980s and 1990s. They’re ideal family haulers, whether your family is laden with babies and young children […]
Auto clubs have a long history, with the first clubs being formed shortly after the first automobiles were built. In fact, the world’s first auto club was founded in 1895, when the Automobile Club de France was organized in Paris. In fact, you might already be a member of one of the oldest auto clubs […]
For decades Mazda has been at the forefront of automotive design, and you can see it when you visit any Mazda3 dealer. Their portfolio includes some of the most beautiful serial production passenger cars in automotive history. Cars like the classic Cosmo, with its space-age shape and thruster-like tail lights, the timeless RX-7 FD, with […]
Once the pinnacle of automotive competition, the midsize sedan segment currently takes a passably comfortable back seat to the pickup truck and crossover segments. The rising interest in crossovers has led American automakers to pull out of the segment entirely. The Ford Fusion, Chrysler 200, and Dodge Avenger have all bowed out, leaving the aging […]
A dazzling interior, refined accents, and premium opulence surround you, allowing you to think that you’re riding around in the ultimate luxury sedan, complete with a hefty price tag. But when you look at the nameplate, you notice something exciting… it’s the all-new sophisticated 2021 Mazda3, a trendy, practical, and affordable vehicle built with a […]
The Mazda MX-5 Miata is many things to many people. A hairdresser’s car, a tic tac with an engine and a chassis, and perhaps, one of the best used car deals for those who want an easy introduction to car culture. From coast to coast, from the great plains of Texas to the rolling hills […]
While vacation season may not have been the same this year, it was a great time to take to the open road. I know we took our first trip to a national park this year, and we couldn’t have done it without a rugged SUV. Camping in the mountains presents its own challenges but getting […]
Over the last few years, Mazda has reinvented itself as a rising competitor in the car industry thanks to its budding reputation for producing some of the most reliable vehicles on the road. In 2020, Consumer Reports rewarded Mazda’s hard work and named it one of the most reliable brands of the year. Mazda responded […]
The compact SUV market is booming. Two-row SUVs have continued to gain a strong hold in the American car market, and automakers have responded with a number of strong offerings. There are over a dozen different compact SUVs on the market today from just about every big name out there. The good news if you […]
Gas works. It’s been around forever, it’s tried and true, and it will always be around. Right? With all of the regulations in place already to keep emissions down and vehicles as environmentally conscious as possible, is it really worth the switch over to an electric or partially electric engine? It’s just more fun revving […]
The last decade or so has seen a massive increase in the popularity of SUVs. Everything from crossovers and other small sport utility vehicles to the big rigs that can hold seven, eight, or even nine passengers are on the road in record numbers. And these trends show no signs of slowing down. One thing […]
There are so many SUVs of all shapes and sizes on the market today.; it seems like every company that builds cars also puts out a line of SUVs. With so many different vehicles with so many different names, shapes, sizes, and designs that it can get really confusing for a consumer. To combat this, […]
