They say that great beasts have humble origins. Elephants evolved from a small pig-like animal. Whales evolved from a dog-like mammal that returned to the sea. And the Nissan Titan’s ancestors were compact pickups from the Land of the Rising Sun. So when you’re shopping for a 2024 Nissan Titan, consider the long journey from […]
Category: Technology
Why the 2023 Chevy Suburban Is One of the Best Full-Size Family SUVs on the Market
Life on the road with a large family is simply an experience like none other. Busy parents everywhere understand that managing several children while they’re running loose in your home is difficult enough; containing their energy and tantrums while appeasing all of their requests becomes even harder when everyone is under one steel roof on […]
Five Features that make the F-150 Lariat an Ideal Family Truck
Sick of the unending parade of dull SUVs and crossovers crowding your neighborhood? What if you could accomplish all of your family’s business with a good old-fashioned pickup truck? Many drivers have had it with the vanilla styling and basic performance and capabilities that come with a typical family-friendly SUV. In the past, choosing a […]
How the Jeep Recon Fits Into the Brave New World of Electrified Jeeps
The auto industry is always in flux, with trends coming and going and new technologies moving from niche oddities to ubiquitous features all the time. Older examples include seatbelts and power steering, and more recently, we’ve seen driver assistance features like forward collision warning and lane keep assist become more likely to be offered as […]
Ranked: The 2024 GMC Sierra 1500’s Best Tech Features
While raw power was once the end-all, be-all in the pickup segment, technology features have become increasingly important as of late. A new generation of modern, tech-savvy drivers aren’t content to settle for the reliable pickups of yesteryear, and are increasingly demanding all the bells and whistles that have made their way into other popular […]
Why the 2023 Ford F-150 XLT Is One of the Best Full-Size Trucks on the Market
If you’re like most truck drivers, you want a pickup that is fun to drive but won’t set you back too much when you go to buy one. This has become increasingly difficult, with new truck prices going up across the board. Fortunately, Ford has a solution for you. The 2023 Ford F-150 XLT has […]
Is the Silverado High Country Chevy’s Most Luxurious Truck?
If you’ve been paying attention to the pickup market over the last decade, you might have noticed an interesting trend. It’s not the growth of the segment itself–-although U.S. pickup sales have grown from 13% to 20% of the auto market since 2012–-but rather the average price tag of a new truck. In 2005, the […]
Chevy Redefines “Heavy Duty” With Silverado 3500 HD Packages
After getting two truckloads of super soil this week for a landscaping project around the house, I can attest to the importance of owning a truck that makes any job more manageable by being your partner. With a healthy truck market, this partnership comes in many forms, but none more enticing than a Chevy Silverado […]
2024 Chevy Camaro: What You Need to Know
As right as rain, Chevy has released a new Chevy Camaro for the 2024 model year. The Chevy Camaro is an old favorite – not only for the hundreds of thousands of people who have driven them but in Chevy’s eyes too. Yours truly also has family members who have spent their fair share of […]
How Does the Kia EV6 GT Measure Up as a High-Performance Sports EV?
Electric vehicles have evolved over time and branched out from simply being an alternative-fuel option to internal combustion-based commuter cars. We’re at a point now where you can find electric vehicles for sale in every segment, competing with off-road SUVs, full-size pickup trucks, and performance cars. The Kia EV6 GT fits into that last category, […]
Conquering the Desert Sands in a Jeep Gladiator Mojave
When most people think of the desert, the idea of spending a considerable amount of time there might seem unappealing to say the least. With scorching temperatures, an arid atmosphere, and miles upon miles of sand, dunes, and dust, the average person might not be interested in choosing it for a vacation spot. Of course, […]
Safe & Dependable: The 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L
Driving a Jeep is a vibe all to itself. It means adventure, freedom, and the ability to go wherever and whenever you want. It’s not necessarily something you would equate with strollers and car seats—that is, until you test-drive the 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L and realize the “family car” has become cooler than it’s […]
Upscale and Upmarket: How the 2024 Mazda CX-90 Is Upping the Ante
As you browse around for a Mazda dealer, think about how high-end you are looking to go. If you want a more premium feel from your new vehicle, you might want to think about investing in the 2024 Mazda CX-90. Just a quick glance inside this three-row SUV lets you know that Mazda is really […]
Is That a Kia? How the Kia EV6 Is Turning the EV Game on Its Head
Doesn’t it seem as though all EVs are fairly alike? They all have futuristic designs, similar ranges, and familiar capabilities, making the available options seem more like a sea of goldfish swimming in an aquarium at your local pet store. There is one EV, however, that has set itself apart from the goldfish, and that’s […]
Function Over Flash: Everything Buyers Love About the Volkswagen ID.4
These days, automakers tend to design vehicles that are more flashy than functional. While those vehicles might look cool, they do not always offer the type of practicality and performance you need from a daily driver. Automakers don’t always understand that buyers want something more versatile than ostentatious. Volkswagen knows there must be a balance […]
Glide Into the Future in the Cadillac Escalade
If you’re in the market for a full-size SUV, there are lots of reasons to consider the 2023 Cadillac Escalade. As the marquee SUV of a storied American brand, the Escalade has developed a reputation for luxury, performance, and pure size, eclipsing the rest of the full-size class and earning a place in the hearts […]
Unassumingly Potent and Playful: The Appeal of the Yamaha FZ-09
Playful, budget-friendly, and naked. Do I have your attention? It sounds risque, but it’s the best way to describe the Yamaha FZ-09, the predecessor to the Yamaha MT-09 and one of the top used Yamaha motorcycles for sale around the country. Some even argue it’s the best used naked bike you’ll ever ride, and there’s […]
The Small Touches That Make the 2024 Ford Mustang Shine
Your hands are tight on the wheel. You’re ready to put the pedal to the metal in your new 2024 Ford Mustang. You want to see what speed you can get out of its new 2.3L four-cylinder EcoBoost engine—a dynamo that can give you 315 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque. You’ve worked hard to […]
The Tech-Savvy Suburban: A Modern Twist on the Carryall of Decades Past
In production since 1935, the Suburban has enjoyed a remarkable transformation over the last eight, nearly nine, decades. It started as a “carryall” model renowned for its all-steel body construction, a first in an era where most automakers relied on wood. Chevrolet’s use of steel made the Suburban more rugged and versatile, setting a precedent […]
The Many Faces of the Kia EV Lineup
Is the future of automobiles electric? Kia seems to be making some strides in that direction with their range of EVs and hybrids. While Kia has a wide selection of reliable and eco-friendly hybrid cars, today we’ll be looking at their three main electric vehicles: the Niro EV, the EV6, and the upcoming EV9 to […]