If you haven’t heard, a new model will join the lineup at the Toyota dealer near you: the all-new Grand Highlander. This is an SUV designed for large families, with three rows of seats inside, plus a lot more for drivers looking for a big vehicle like this to get excited about. You’d think that […]
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Racing Your Ford: Can a Used F-150 Be a Track Toy?
You live life a quarter-mile at a time, always pushing every cylinder to its limit, exhausting every drip of oil, extinguishing every centimeter of your brake pads. In your downtime, you also always make room for family…Oh, wait, I think that’s someone else? In any case, you may have a hobby of taking your favorite […]
What’s the Future of Heavy Duty Trucks?
It’s easy to assume big pickup trucks are on the way out. High inflation means consumers have to tighten their wallets. Fluctuating gas prices means trucks that suck down fuel are no longer economically sound purchases. Plus, in an age of exponentially growing technology, how many people still need a truck for manual labor? Actually, […]
Double Type: Honda Civic Type R vs Acura Integra Type S
“There’s no need to reinvent the wheel.” While it seems obvious to apply such a phrase to the industry that relies on wheels and modernizing the very frames around them, it’s still an approach major automakers have used for decades. We see it in the return of former nameplates, where automakers reintroduce us to beloved […]
Find Your Inner Wild Thing With a 2023 Ford Bronco Wildtrak
One of the greatest songs of the 1960s was “Wild Thing.” Sure, you’ve heard it before, but I bet most of you couldn’t name the artist—British garage band The Troggs. Do you think, all those years ago, they intended it to be the theme song for a car? Because I’d say it’s a perfect fit […]
What’s Chevy Doing With the Silverado 3500 HD?
The Silverado series of trucks is one of the cornerstones of the Chevy lineup. Chevy makes some of the most impressive pickups on the road, and Silverado models are the pinnacle of what they offer. That being said, the Silverado 3500 HD is a pretty niche item designed to appeal to folks who need some […]
Redesigned and Resilient: The GMC Canyon’s AT4X
As you weigh your options at your local Tullahoma GMC dealer, consider the all-new 2023 GMC Canyon. If you are in the market for a capable off-road-oriented pickup truck, the Canyon’s AT4X trim level might just meet your needs. The Canyon is a mid-size pickup truck designed for all kinds of adventures, but it is […]
What Sets the Toyota Camry TRD Apart?
Several car companies out there with racing divisions or brands have become legendary within the auto industry: Ford has its Ford Performance (formerly Team RS), Chevy has Chevrolet Performance, and Toyota has its Toyota Racing Development (TRD). When you see a TRD model, you know that you’re looking at something special—something that’s been engineered to […]
The Silverado 1500: America’s Truck
Chevy is known for being a solid manufacturer of American trucks. The Silverado 1500 is their flagship truck—and with good reason, as it offers great aesthetics, powerful engine options, and trim options for every need. A good truck is worth its weight in gold. When you need a vehicle to haul a lot of weight […]
The Ford Bronco Sport Is Built for the Badlands
The Badlands are located in South Dakota and are noted for their rough terrain and incredible vistas. It is so well known that it has been immortalized in a song by Bruce Springsteen and a movie from the 1970s starring Martin Sheen and Sissy Spacek. Ford has joined these others by naming the top trim […]
How Adventurous Is the Jeep Compass Trailhawk?
There’s no denying that Jeep is essentially synonymous with “adventure,” or at least the adventurous spirit of a vehicle designed to take you just about anywhere. That being said, not all Jeep vehicles are necessarily designed for leaving civilization behind and taking you on the road less traveled. There are plenty of models you might […]
Ford Bronco Sport Builds a Heritage
It usually takes years for a model to build a legacy. Think of all the most famous models like the Ford Mustang, F-150, and Thunderbird. Each of these was sold over decades and generations, so it may seem odd that the 2023 Ford Bronco Sport offers two new Heritage models considering this is only the […]
Why You Should Custom Order Your Next Ford F-150
The car buying process can be a frustrating experience at the best of times, but with recent shortages, supply chain issues, and a lack of inventory, it might now feel more difficult than ever. Say you’re looking for a new Ford F-150 for sale. You could drive around to a bunch of local dealerships and […]
The Most Customizable Truck, the 2023 Chevy Silverado
No two truck drivers are the same. Each of us is looking for something different in our pickup, whether we are planning to use it for work, pleasure, or a little of both. Nevertheless, all full-size trucks come equipped with standards, like a particular powertrain or cab design; others give you choices, but they are […]
Where Does the 2023 Jeep Cherokee Altitude Lux Fit in the Cherokee Line-Up?
Whether you’ve been keeping track of the Jeep Cherokee periodically or just stumbled upon the news of the 2023 line-up, you’re likely aware of the new trim—the Jeep Cherokee Altitude Lux. So, if you had been planning on visiting a Jeep dealer, you now have yet another trim to consider for your future compact SUV. […]
Reliving Nostalgia With the 2023 Ford Bronco Heritage Edition
The look and feel of a classic vehicle never really leaves you. One good example is the Bronco from the old years—you know, the times before 1996. Whether you had one for yourself or you only know it from history, like in Evan Riley’s deep dive here at CarLifeNation, there is something special about the […]
Form Follows Function: The Design Principle Behind the 2024 GMC Sierra 3500 HD
Chicago architect Louis Sullivan coined the famous design principle of “form follows function,” teaching this technique to Frank Lloyd Wright, who popularized it once he became one of America’s most prolific and renowned architects. But this design theory has ballooned beyond the world of architecture, now pervading every industry—and automobiles are no exception. Even a […]
Off-Road Domination: The World of the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 ZR2
To the casual observer, off-roading might seem like a leisurely activity that attracts those people who never quite grew past the stage of playing in the dirt and slinging mud around with reckless abandon. For those who enjoy taking their travels off the pavement and into terrains that others would hesitate to explore, off-roading is […]
The Future of Off-Roading Belongs to the Bronco Raptor
When it was announced that the Ford Bronco was being resurrected, millions of Ford devotees and nostalgia buffs were overcome with excitement. With SUVs continuing on their upward trajectory in immense popularity and appeal, it only makes sense that one of the forebears of the vehicle class would return to the fold and reclaim its […]
Choosing the Right Chevy Silverado for Your Off-Road Adventures
Many people consider a midsize truck to be perfect for off-road adventures, but by avoiding a full-size vehicle, you sacrifice cargo room, towing ability, and overall toughness. If you are looking for a legendary full-size truck for off-roading, you’ll want to talk to your local Chevy Silverado 1500 dealer. It’s easy to see why the […]