In life, relationships, and car manufacturing, sometimes things just don’t work out. The best-laid plans of mice and men get uprooted by pandemics, chip shortages, and the ever-changing cost of fuel, for example. Such is the case when it comes to three noteworthy vehicles that have disappeared permanently from your local Nissan dealer’s new inventory––though […]
One of the most sought-after automotive brands on the market is the American classic, Ford. You’ve probably searched for a used Ford dealer or asked friends where they got their latest Ford SUV or pickup. Although local dealers may have plenty of used Ford models in their inventory, it’s helpful to know what you’re looking […]
Named for its corporate parent General Motors, GMC has built its brand reputation by providing rugged versions of some of the company’s favorite trucks and SUVs. GMC has become the go-to brand for drivers who want a truck with an aggressive grille or an SUV that can double on and off the road. With its […]
Today’s heavy-duty trucks are built from sterner stuff than the average pickup. Designed with towing, hauling, and other power-hungry applications in mind, trucks like Silverado 1500, 2500 HD, and 3500 HD give drivers all the muscle they need to haul trailers, boats, RVs, and whatever else is required to get the job done. While this […]
Sedans feel like a disappearing segment of the automotive industry at times. Many automakers just aren’t interested in maintaining sedans’ presence on the market if they aren’t hybrids or hiding an electric powertrain, even if they’re widely popular, like the Ford Fusion. Many discontinued sedans are perfectly fine vehicles, offer a lot of great value, […]
Trucking is fun. It’s driving, but on a whole other level and in a whole different way. There are so many uses for trucks. At worksites, they provide storage and major-league towing capability, on the road they provide premium performance capability, and at home and on vacation, they provide a great play area for the […]
The Dodge Challenger is fast and powerful, but perhaps its greatest attribute, and the one that most sets it apart from competitors, is its visual homage to the beginning of the Challenger era. While a large majority of the automotive pack has had glow-ups, makeovers, and facelifts that generally follow the trends of design, the […]
When the Ford Fusion first hit the market, it slotted in between the Ford Focus and the Ford Five Hundred. Today, all three models have been discontinued in North America, as Ford has decided to shift its focus to the more popular body styles in its lineup: trucks and SUVs. While tastes overall may have […]
For many consumers, the factors determining a vehicle purchase tend to include practicality, cost-effectiveness, reliability, and conservative fuel consumption. As anyone who has pursued the high-end of the automobile world will tell you, some designs throw those attributes out the window in favor of decadence, sophistication, and comfort. Known as luxury vehicles, the emphasis is […]
Supply chain issues, a global microchip shortage, and inflation have all combined to wreak havoc on the automotive world in recent years, changing the landscape in a way that could become the new normal. These days it feels like simply thinking, “Should I sell my car?” will cause dealers to pop out of the woodwork […]
BMW has made its way into automotive history by releasing a steady stream of beautiful and powerful cars. Elegant exteriors, potent powertrains, and the refined touch of German engineering all work together like a symphony to create one impressive model after another. BMW is a “treat yourself” brand of car, purchased as a celebration and […]
Plenty of automakers have models that have been around for decades, from the Mustang to the Land Cruiser. But while some of these nameplates can trace their history back to the 1940s, the Chevrolet Suburban beats them all for the title of the longest-running nameplate in automotive history, having been in use since 1935. The […]
Life isn’t a movie, but that doesn’t mean it can’t feel like one. There are a few real-world vehicles that I can’t help but relate to a piece of cinema I’ve seen in the past, and whenever I see one on the road, I get drawn back to my favorite scenes of that movie. Sometimes […]
Classic cars are an entire genre of their own in the automotive industry. They represent nostalgia: a sentimental longing for the past, typically for a period with happy memories. Generally, once a car reaches age 25, it is considered categorically classic. This means it transcends the fate of many older cars that are retired or, […]
Dozens of classic car shows take place around the country every year. And even unofficial “shows” take place at diners and drive-ins on weekends when owners of gorgeous vintage cars meet up to show off and discuss their rides. Entire social groups are formed around the owners of vintage vehicles. It’s not uncommon for a […]
The SUV holds a unique position in the automotive industry, and the history and development of the vehicle are just as fascinating. What began as a large and foreboding mass of metal and excessive powertrains have evolved into family-friendly and compact choices for the discerning consumer. This evolution that could be described as domestication and […]
It seems odd to suggest that buying a used Tesla could get you into the future of the automotive industry. When you hear the word “used,” you immediately think of the past. However, buying a used Tesla is like going back to the future, discovering style, performance, and savings you have never imagined. Since Tesla […]
When it comes to automakers, GMC is as famous as it gets, with some of the most influential vehicles that have ever graced the roadways in its arsenal. Passing by your local used GMC dealer, it’s always fun to imagine what exactly is hidden on the lot for some classic car aficionado to discover. After […]
GMC has been around for well over 100 years at this point. It all started back in 1902 with Max Grabowsky and the Grabowsky Motor Vehicle Company. However, the GMC logo and name we know today came in 1912 after William C. Durant acquired the company as part of GM. GMC has certainly made a […]
I may be alone here, but I imagine that there’s at least one other science fiction fan like me browsing the offerings at a used car dealership. They may not be able to buy the spacecraft of their dreams, but the next best thing would be a car that resembles a rocket ship in some […]
