Off-roading has exploded in popularity in recent years as drivers seek adventurous outings a little closer to home. The trend has been especially prevalent in the powersports industry, with ATV brands like Polaris reporting a sales boom of more than 40 percent. The auto industry has responded in kind, introducing a slate of new off-road-capable […]
If you’ve been considering an upgrade in your driving life––to, say, a high-performance sports car––you won’t have to hold out too much longer. The 2023 Toyota GR Corolla is about to motor into the U.S., and it’s an impressive performer. Originally scheduled to be a 2022 model release, the GR Corolla’s production was held up, […]
Any car enthusiast knows that Ford and GMC are two of the most respected automakers in the industry, and when it comes to performance, these two brands know what drivers want. Although there are many factors that come into play when ride quality is concerned, it all starts with the engine selection. After all, if […]
Gone are the days when a truck was simply a work vehicle and the pleasures of luxury driving were reserved for the elite brand of sedan. Today, we want the most out of our trucks, which is why the 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 vs 2022 Ram 1500 are perfect examples of a continuing trend: luxurious […]
Regardless of your lifestyle, you might consider visiting a Kia dealership because of the brand’s reputation for practical, affordable vehicles. But does Kia offer luxury features in any of their models? Over the past several years, Kia Corporation has paid particular attention to implementing a variety of unique features that cultivate a more upscale experience […]
You know you’re getting seriously deep into car culture, vicariously or not, when you start to recognize and talk about specific vehicles by their internal identification codes. Some of this jargon is intuitive––it doesn’t take long to figure out that the C8 Corvette is the 8th generation; the same goes for the Mk 8 Golf […]
Do you believe the future is predictable? In 2016, a research group called McKinsey & Company predicted the automotive industry would face a significant revolution by 2030, shifting transportation toward mobility, connectivity, and feature-rich upgrades. While the study also anticipated more car-sharing in urban areas and the onslaught of fully autonomous vehicles, we’re looking at […]
Ever since its formation in 1946, Honda has been on the cutting edge of innovation and has continually displayed the ability to adapt to any situation that the constantly evolving marketplace presents. Most recently, an industry-wide revolution has spread far and wide. Because necessity is often what dictates invention, the need to reduce the emissions […]
When you think about weekend getaways and sightseeing trips, you probably think of a rugged SUV carrying an overhead kayak. While SUVs are great for this type of wanderlust, midsize trucks are also great options for this lifestyle. The plus to driving a truck over an SUV is that you get bed space while still […]
We’ve all heard the jokes about the “Zupra,” and there are few car enthusiasts left who don’t know that the new Toyota Supra is really a BMW Z4 at its heart. Rather than rehash the debate over whether the A90 is a “real” Supra, it might be worth embracing the controversy and asking which of […]
Normally the terms “fuel-efficient” and “pickup truck” don’t mesh well with one another. After all, trucks have usually been powered by large engines that are necessary to move weight and carry sizable workloads. Most recently, gas prices have been doing what they’ve always done best and are unpredictable. While this has led to many consumers […]
There are some wacky driving laws in the United States. For example, in Little Rock, Arkansas, it’s illegal to honk your horn after 9 PM at a site that serves cold drinks or sandwiches. Drivers in Oklahoma are legally encouraged to tether their vehicles when parked outside public buildings. Massachusetts forbids drivers to go anywhere […]
If you’re the sort of driver who enjoys the little luxuries, you’re not interested in just any old pickup truck. You’re used to a refined interior, a smooth ride, and plenty of power to get you where you’re going in style. Many might say that it isn’t possible for a pickup to be luxurious, but […]
The Wagoneer made its debut for the 2022 model year, so any version of this large SUV is already fairly modern. However, the 2023 Wagoneer L model is even newer, so it’s hard to know what to expect from it. If you’re wondering what hot new features are in store—features added to distinguish it from […]
It’s a little hard to believe that the company responsible for the Prius—and with it, almost the entire market of hybrid electric vehicles—is this late to the battery electric vehicle (BEV) game, but it’s true. The year is 2022 and the world is finally seeing the first mass-market Toyota BEV—the 2023 Toyota bZ4X. (Please don’t […]
Sport utility vehicles have been around for as long as we can remember, and as their popularity is at an all-time high, it just makes sense that drivers are intrigued by their origins. For many, owning a piece of history, in the form of an automobile, is always exciting, and if you’ve ever found yourself […]
There are two kinds of people: Jedi who do not deal in absolutes and Sith lords with access to unlimited power. In a similar manner, there are two kinds of BEV (battery-powered electric vehicle), those from established legacy automakers and start-ups. Beyond that oversimplification, EVs are taking on increasingly diverse forms––though they started as super […]
If we were to take a bird’s eye view of the automotive industry as a whole and examine it year by year, we would bear witness to a timeline with many peaks and valleys. We would also take notice of trends coming and going and new technologies appearing and becoming a part of the industry. […]
The engine is the heart of a truck, and when you are searching for “used truck sales near me,” it is twice as important to get an engine that is as reliable as it is powerful. A used truck can be a more affordable option, but only if the engine is designed for a long […]
Although fairly commonplace now, there was a time when a luxury SUV would’ve seemed like an oxymoron. With the Wagoneer, Jeep breathed new life into the world of rugged, 4WD types. They took them off the trail, parking them comfortably in garages until they were ready to answer the call of the wild—or the call […]
