Jumping onto the electric bandwagon isn’t necessarily a simple decision. Before buying an electric vehicle, you’ll need to make sure that you have the adequate charging capacity both at home and at work and then you’ll need ensure that you can run all of your errands and conduct whatever leisurely business you might have within …
The Honda Civic Type R has been smashing records and utterly dominating the front-wheel-drive category since it made its debut in 2017. It’s such a good performer that that’s mainly what any car enthusiast thinks about when you utter the words “Civic Type R.” And while it’s still a Civic Hatchback underneath all of that …
If you’re planning to move across the country, or at least a really long distance away, then you have likely been tasked with the decision to either ship your car or drive it. We recently listed five reasons it’s better to ship your car a long distance. But now, here are five reasons it may …
Do you want to experience the great outdoors without having to buy a massive RV camper? Then something smaller, like a teardrop camper might suit your needs. These towable campers have a much smaller footprint than their family-sized RV siblings and technically have less to offer, so why are they so popular? Teardrop campers are …
At first thought, driving up Pike’s Peak sounds like a scary endeavor. It’s a mountain located to the west of Colorado Springs that’s known for its 14,000-foot elevation and to get to the top, you’ll need to first get through 156 razor-sharp turns over the span of 19 miles. There are steep drop-offs without guard …
The automotive sales landscape has seen its fair share of ups and downs throughout 2020, and while the new car market is still taking time to recover, thanks to low inventory and other issues, the demand on the used car market has gone up. This has put pressure on dealers to acquire more used cars, …
With the global pandemic still hanging around and the threat of an uncertain economic future, it’s easy to want to tighten your belt and save for the future. You could cut costs by clipping coupons, eating at home as opposed to getting takeout, and if you work from home, you can even sell your car. …
While you may have heard the term “cash is king” when it comes to buying cars, that’s not quite the case during the time of the pandemic. Considering the new car market is sparse as far as inventory and the used car market is being flooded, we don’t truly know what’s in store for the …
No matter which way you slice it, car ownership can get really expensive. From monthly finance or lease payments to high insurance rates, the cost of owning a car can skyrocket depending on the car’s age and condition. However, an even larger factor is the cost of repairs, especially if you own an older car. …
If you’re in the market for a much larger vehicle, like a truck or an SUV, then the Toyota Tundra might have crossed your mind. But before you go pulling the trigger on one of those, we suggest checking out the 2021 Toyota Sequoia as it’s basically the Toyota Tundra, but in SUV form. The …
The Honda Civic Type R has been one of the most popular and fabled cars to appear on the market in the past few years. Its reputation preceded its long-awaited arrival and since its inception, the Civic Type R has received rave reviews from consumers and critics alike. With its aggressive presence and potent powertrain, …
Electric cars are much more commonplace now — thanks to automakers like Tesla – but it’s been a long road for the burgeoning segment. Cars like the Nissan Leaf and Chevy Volt helped pave the way toward a gas-less future, but one EV that you might not remember is the one that Mitsubishi produced. It …
Apple Carplay is the easiest way to safely use some of the applications on your phone while driving. You can use handy apps like Google Maps if you don’t have navigation; Spotify, for when you want to listen to your own music; and you can also have Siri read your text messages to you. However, …
If you’re in the market for a four-door sports sedan, then you have probably looked into buying a Subaru WRX. And why not? The rally-inspired sedan is fast, practical, and affordable, but there are also other high-performance alternatives like the Honda Civic Type R, for example. If you think that might be a weird car …
The Audi Q8 is one of the most luxurious and tech-savvy two-row SUVs currently on the market. If you’re longing for a sense of prestige, but need ample space for five occupants and all of their stuff, then the Q8 is a great choice. However, it costs a lot. So if you can’t afford an …
Now that Kia has got everyone’s appetites going with the Telluride, now it’s time for the automaker to move everyone to the main course as it recently unveiled the 2021 Sorento. With a bold new look that reminiscent of its bigger sibling, the Sorento shows a lot of promise that it can serve the same …
It’s no secret that Honda and Toyota make some of the best vehicles you can buy if you’re looking for a vehicle that can last forever. How long is “forever?” According to iSeeCars, it’s at least 15 years as they recently put together a list of the “Top 15 Vehicles Owners Keep for 15 Years …
The first-generation Acura NSX is easily one of the most coveted and sought-after Japanese supercars from the 90s. Those lucky enough to currently own one know that it can be tough to find OEM replacement parts, however, Acura is currently considering a full restoration program for the NSX at its Performance Manufacturing Center (PMC) plant …
Working from home has quickly become a nationwide norm ever since the COVID-19 pandemic hit earlier this year. And while parts of the country have opened up, many Americans are still able to conduct business in the comfort of their own homes, which has lightened the traffic load in for the rest of us that …
The Honda CR-Z was a two-seat mild hybrid sport coupe that was fun to drive but missed the market in terms of fuel economy and performance. That’s interesting, considering Honda intended for it to be a “sporty hybrid” that would take the place of the long-gone CR-X and provide some pint-sized competition to cars like …
We had the chance to test out both the 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid and the 2020 Lexus LX570 recently and we came away thoroughly impressed by both SUVs. The most interesting part was that the Toyota Highlander felt more technologically advanced and luxuriously on par with LX570 although it cost half the price. This made …
Upon a first and second glance, you might think that the 2020 Lexus LX570 has everything that you could ever want in a luxury SUV. It has seating for up to eight passengers, a monstrous V8 engine, and all of the off-road and on-road drivability that you would ever really need. However, despite all of …
If you’re in the market for a used car, but want something more upscale than your typical Civic or Corolla, then you may be tempted to check out a used Mercedes-Benz. We can’t blame you, after all, they are affordable and some of the models even cost as much as a new Honda or Toyota. …
If you are planning to shop for a hybrid car, then you might be wondering what the difference is between a normal hybrid car and a plug-in hybrid car. The differences between the two types are somewhat minimal, which might make you wonder if buying a plug-in hybrid is even worth it in the first …
If you need to get your car from one end of the country to the other, or if you just need to get it from one state to another, you will have to decide whether to drive it or to ship it. Both options each have their own advantages and disadvantages, however, shipping the car …
Your credit score and history is important when you’re shopping for a new or used car and are planning to lease or finance. And as we all know, the better your credit score, the more dealerships love you because you’ll have a better chance of getting a good rate and getting the deal done. But …
If life throws you a curveball and you end up needing to get out of your car lease early, then you do have some options. One option is to return the lease early, but you might end up paying a lot in penalties for it, so an easier way is to swap the lease over …
If you have ever ridden a motorcycle, then you know that balancing it when coming to or sitting at a stop is important. In fact, some have said around 99% of all new riders will end up dropping their bike at some point. And while that may or may not be true, there are manufacturers …
The Toyota Land Cruiser may be dead, but the Lexus LX570, its luxurious counterpart, is still alive and kicking. It’s interesting to think that this high-priced luxury SUV can outsell a popular, and more common nameplate. However, the sales numbers don’t lie as Lexus has consistently sold nearly 5,000 LX570s per year over the past …
The first-generation Acura NSX is a dream car for many enthusiasts and if it ever has been one for you, then there are probably many reasons why. It has a sleek and simple design that is utterly timeless, it handles better than most cars on the road, and it’s dead-on reliable. However, there’s one big …
Have you ever wanted to be a stunt car driver or wanted to learn how to drive like one? If so, then the “J-Turn” is one of the most basic and important driving techniques that you will need to learn. But what is a “J-turn” and is it illegal to do one on the street? …
When it comes to car shopping, everyone wants a discount off the advertised price. But having to negotiate to get a good price can be a hassle. Luckily, automakers will generally have sales from time to time that advertise your ability to buy a car at the employee-discounted rate. Admittedly, getting “employee pricing” is a …
With social distance rules widely in place, it can be tough to hold car meets. Having to organize cars and make sure that everyone follows the safety guidelines can be a pain. But Subaru of America found a way to make it work and it even broke a Guinness World Record in the process. What …
Thanks to the rising popularity of SUVs and crossovers, the burgeoning compact crossover segment is one of the toughest to compete in. While stalwarts like the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 have been leaders of the pack for years, but other strong rivals like the Mazda CX-5 and Nissan Rogue have improved leaps and bounds …
The older we get, the tougher it can be to find cars that will work for us. And while we all wish that we can stay as spry and sharp as possible, the truth of the matter is that we one day won’t be able to drive the sports cars and smaller sedans that once …
If you’re looking to buy a used luxury sedan that’s budget-friendly, sensible, and has plenty of power, then the 2015 Lexus IS250 is not what you’re looking for. It’s not that the Lexus IS250 was a bad car by any means, it just needed some refining, specifically in the power department. The 2015 Lexus IS250 …
While manual transmissions are slowly (and sadly) making their way out of cars as time goes on, automatic transmissions are here to stay. However, the good news is that automatic transmission nowadays can shift faster than ever before and if you want to gain some control over that shift action, then most cars today come …
Losing your car keys is one of the most annoying and nerve-wracking experiences when it comes to owning a car. Back in the day, it wasn’t that big of a deal as car keys could be easily replaced, but as cars have become more advanced nowadays, so have their keys. So what do you do …
With a fresh new redesign for the 2021 model year, the Nissan Rogue looks like it’s finally catching up to its crossover rivals, specifically the Toyota RAV4. While it might not look as rugged as it’s Toyota competitor, the Nissan Rogue has a lot more upscale appeal this time around and we think it’s set …
If you’re in the market for a wagon, then it’s tempting to give into the allure of an Audi A4 Allroad. And why not? Its sleek styling and luxurious amenities are hard to compete with and its wagon body and cavernous cargo space is extremely practical. But what if you can’t afford its steep price …
Acura’s tagline “Precision Crafted Performance” rings true for its current lineup as the newly revised TLX is currying favor with the crowds and the Type-S moniker will soon be making a comeback. But that tagline isn’t just fitting for the current models in the brand’s lineup as one specific model comes to mind when we …
The two-row SUV category is a tough segment to compete in and it seems that the Honda Passport would know that all too well. With stalwarts like the Hyundai Santa Fe and Ford Edge still soaking up a lot of sales and even crossovers like the Nissan Murano still alive and kicking, the competition for …
While there are plenty of consumers in the world that long for the thrill of a good sports car or would rather be surrounded by the lavishness of a luxury car, there are still thousands of others that simply don’t care about any of that. For this subset of car buyers, as long as their …
Whether anyone would like to admit it or not, the Toyota Corolla has always been known to be about as fun as a cardboard box. It has always served its purpose as a reliable, fuel-efficient, and economical means of transportation, however, it was more of just an appliance to get from point A to B …
Leasing a car can be confusing when you’re not familiar with the terms of the deal. For example, terms like “cap cost” and “cap cost reduction” might sound like Latin to anyone who has never leased a car or even researched it. Another term is “inception fees,” which is the initial set of fees that …
If you had to think about the perfect car for road trips, you would probably think of something comfortable and fuel-efficient, like a Lexus ES hybrid, for example. Sport car enthusiasts might think of something like a Corvette, considering you can achieve around 30 mpg and travel pretty well with it. But the last car …
Driving a car with a manual transmission can be tricky, especially if you’re just starting to learn. Learning when to upshift and downshift can get a little bit confusing at first, but with the proper time and patience, you’ll get it. Soon enough, you’ll be rev-matching like the pros. But what is rev-matching, and is …
Whether it’s your first or last year in college — or if you just plan on being a “super senior” for the next 10 years – having a dependable car is necessary. And while you might look cool in Jeep Wrangler with no doors or a C6 Corvette that was a hand-me-down from a family …
Racing video games tend to act as a “gateway drug” whether you like cars a little or are a bonafide car enthusiast. With everything from the excitement of building your dream car and dream garage to working your way up the ranks and winning races, a good racing game can make you feel like Lewis …
If you’re shopping for an SUV, but don’t need the added seats that the third row has to offer, then there are plenty of two-row options on the used market to choose from. Kelley Blue Book recently put together a list of the 10 Best Used Two-Row SUVs Under $20,000 and we picked five of …
