You don’t necessarily have to get a big and expensive SUV to benefit from a traction-enhancing all-wheel drive system. There are some affordable options under $25,000.
Nissan is looking to bring more capability to electric cars. Thanks to the Nissan e-Force AWD System, more drivers can get all-weather capability from an EV.
The 2022 BMW M3 and M4 xDrive just broke cover with a brand-new all-wheel-drive system and even greater speed than the standard models. While these BMWs feature aesthetic elements that remain as striking as ever, there are tons of performance-oriented ingredients on offer. As you might expect, the added system commands a sizable premium over …
No matter which way you look at it, your car’s tires are the only things that are connecting you to the road that you’re driving on. This means that they are arguably the most important parts of the car, so it’s even more important to get the proper tires depending on the season and not …
Subaru vehicles are among the most popular cars in America mainly due to their capability and affordable pricing. Since most of the vehicles in Subaru’s lineup come standard with all-wheel-drive, many occasional off-road enthusiasts and snow-state dwellers gravitate toward the brand. But to make the all-wheel-drive system even better, the automaker incorporated a feature called …
Driving in snow can be brutal depending on how inclement the weather is, but if you have the right car for the job, then it’s not that bad. That’s essentially what Subaru cars and SUVs are for, to get you through almost any type of terrain or winter weather you can throw them in. However, …
When you think of a compact car with an all-wheel-drivetrain, you probably think of a Subaru Impreza or perhaps a Mazda3. But what if you don’t want to spend $20,000 to $30,000 on a new one and just need a practical means of transportation to tool around town in? Enter the 2009 Suzuki SX4. That’s …
Mini Coopers have been around forever. They are living, breathing legends that we get to watch adapt to our modern world right before our eyes. Although the Mini Countryman has gotten mixed reviews. The Countryman has gone through a few changes already in its short life and has had some trouble deciding exactly what it …
Some people like the appeal of vanlife. They typically have work that can be done anywhere. So, the nomadic lifestyle lends itself to adventurous opportunities while still holding down a paycheck. But, some of those vanlife enthusiasts do not want to be held back by paved roadways. They want a van platform that can take …
Most of the best sports cars on the market are all-wheel-drive (AWD) and for a good reason. AWD powertrains provide better traction when accelerating or driving on a slippery road. Sports cars like the Nissan GT-R and Audi A5 appeared and out dragged and out cornered the fastest rear-wheel drive (RWD) muscle cars. Since the beginning, manual transmissions, roaring engines, and …
When we talk about cars or trucks, we always head straight for the Tim “The Toolman” Taylor grunts and want to know about power. Horsepower and torque reign supreme in the arena of “car specs people care most about,” but the driveline plays a massive role in how that power hits the road. How do …
The Old West. There is such a romantic nature to the idea of the wild frontier. The beautiful wide-open spaces, varied terrain, and freedom of the Wild West are dizzying. In fact, it’s probably these ideals that prompted the American Ford Motor Company to produce a vehicle called the Bronco in the first place. The …
As someone who was born and raised in Florida — you know, where it never snows or gets cold in general — I never realized that all-wheel-drive cars and vehicles were for anything other than off-roading. My first all-wheel-drive vehicle was an Audi A7, and it was one of my favorite daily drivers of all …
Ram does not currently have a mid-size or compact size pickup in its lineup. But, Ram does have a compact pickup available in other parts of the world. For example, the Ram 1000. So, could it become our new compact Ram pickup? The Ram Dakota Speculation in the automotive sphere has been that the off …
Powertrain and drivetrain are some pretty common terms that get tossed around in auto industry jargon. But what do each of these words actually mean? Are they the same or different? It can help to know various terms that are common in the industry. Whether you are reading up on a certain vehicle as a …