To some, the 1990s might seem like the distant past, while to others, it seems like it was just yesterday. In the automotive world, the 1990s were ancient in terms of the features available and horsepower ratings. This was a time when air conditioning was an option and most cars didn’t come with anti-lock brakes …
When you think about a police chase it’s all choppers, speeding patrol cars, and an exciting fast-pace pursuit that come to mind. An old muscle car roaring down the highway with several cops cars in a close chase, sirens raging and lights flashing. Turns out, you don’t need more that 100 hp to run from …
Thanks to Volkswagen’s Dieselgate scandal, America’s semi-infatuation for diesel cars came to a halt. However, through all the distrust and turned heads, the Chevrolet Cruze Diesel soldiered on up until last year. And while the whole Cruze lineup is now extinct, let’s take a look back at the American compact car that dared to sip …
Today, British automaker Lotus really only makes sports cars like the Elise and planned Evija electric hyper-car. True, the Evora GT is more practical and comfortable enough to drive cross-country. But Lotus doesn’t offer a sporty sedan like the Porsche Panamera or BMW M5. However, at one point, it did. Like Porsche, Lotus was struggling …
When it comes to owning a car, you learning more about little features or weird traits that the car has that most people wouldn’t know about. The Mini Cooper, for example, has hidden cubbies and lighting features you wouldn’t know about from just a simple test drive. The Tesla Model X is like other cars …
Factory Five Racing has been around since 1995. They are a kit car manufacturer that caters to the home-built market. They have been steadily adding additional kit models to their portfolio of offerings. It seems, now, that they’ve gone and done it again. A video started to float around the internet that shows a crazy beautiful carbon fiber shell for a …
Subaru has issued a recall for the 2019 Outback, Impreza, Ascent, and Legacy for fuel pump issues. Check to see if your Subaru SUV or sedan has been recalled or not, because it may need to go back to the dealership. Subaru Recall For Faulty Fuel Pumps Subaru issued a recall for over 188 thousand …
Just like us people, the auto industry is trying to navigate our new normal amid the COVD-19 pandemic. Marking our current state as the “new normal” might be putting it lightly since we still being met with more uncertainty and new findings along with safety guidelines change every day. Volvo Cars is among the automakers …
Toyota seems to be slowly regaining its performance mojo. While the Avalon TRD isn’t terribly sporty, the Camry TRD can have some racetrack fun. Unfortunately, US enthusiasts can’t get their hands on the GR Yaris. Like the Celica GT4 before it, the GR Yaris is a true AWD homologation-special hot hatch. But because it’s so …
The bailout saga continues to hit British carmaker, Aston Martin, in embarrassing ways. Seriously, how did Aston Martin get here? Just over a week ago, CEO Andy Palmer shared that the carmakers’ new business strategy is to be the “British Ferrari,” meaning that they would prioritize making the Aston Martin brand more exclusive. Instead of …
In our day to day lives, it’s sometimes hard to remember that there are some cars that are mass-produced and still not available in the United States. For many of these cars, we imagine high-end sports cars or weird exotics that don’t meet the safety standards to become available in the United States. We don’t …
Affordable, reliable, and inexpensive, the Nissan 350z is a dream sports car for a low budget. Since the Nissan brand has moved on to the 370z and potential new 400z the prices of the 350z have dropped substantially, and that’s not the only reason you should buy one. The Nissan 350z is as inexpensive and …
Chrysler has had some ups and downs when it comes to cars, but one of their worst cars also happens to be one of the most iconic: the PT Cruiser. This weird, ugly little car that you should avoid buying. Starting with just appearance, the car doesn’t have much cosmetic appeal. Is it a hearse …
When you are choosing between reliable and practically priced sedans, these two are sure to come up in your search at some point or other. The Honda Civic and the Hyundai Elantra are popular buys for the American commute, but how do they differ? Certain points may sway buyers from one or the other. According …
When it comes to really cool Hondas, the U.S. never gets anything good. Sure, we got the Honda Civic Type R, and there are Integra Type Rs floating around on the used market. But what about cool cars like Honda S660? You might be wondering what that is, so let’s take a closer look. Fun …
Thinking of luxury cars you can afford, you probably think of Mercedes-Benz, Audi or BMW, but a used Bentley Continental is an option you didn’t realize that you had. In fact, you can buy a used Continental for less than the price of some of the higher-end BMW or Audi models, and still get all …
Not every BMW product is necessarily excellent. True, the German automaker’s M-badged vehicles and luxury SUVs are generally well-reviewed. But several BMW models have been axed in recent years due to poor reception. The i3 and i8 hybrids may be the most notable, but BMW’s also canceled many of its ‘Gran Coupe’ models. The BMW …
If you drive a Hyundai Nexo SUV or the Sonata, then you may have to take a trip back to the dealer. Hyundai issued a recall for these 2020 models due to having a parking assist software issue. Hyundai Recalls The 2020 Sonata and Nexo Only about 11,000 Sonata sedans and luxury Nexo SUVs from …
It’s no secret that Americans love SUVs. A commanding view of the road and off-road capability are just a couple of reasons why. But for those that need something smaller, the compact SUV segment has a strong roster of competitors ready to suit anyone’s needs. The segment is filled with rivals like the Nissan Kicks, …