Today, BMW’s M vehicles form an extensive lineup of high-performance, highly-desirable cars. Some may argue too extensive. But not every BMW sports car, or M car, has enjoyed such popularity. One such example is the BMW M Coupe, aka the Z3 M Coupe, which is often referred to as the ‘clown shoe.’ Now, however, the …
The return of the iconic Toyota Supra has been long-awaited by tuners and Fast and Furious fanatics for several years, but does the final product live up to the hype? After all, Toyota did have a lot of pressure to live up to… Japanese Domestic Market The charm of the original Toyota Supra and the …
Long before the first hybrid car was introduced in the U.S., manufacturers had to rely on smaller engines and longer transmission gearing to save fuel. During the 1990s, when gas prices were steadily increasing and SUVs started to become popular, Japanese brands like Honda made some of the most fuel-efficient cars on the road. One …
By 2006 the Mazda MX-5 Miata had become the benchmark for affordable roadsters in the United States. It had been on the market for over twenty years, with competitors disappearing in its wake. Then, the Pontiac Solstice appeared on the scene. Shoppers suddenly were forced to consider Miata versus Solstice before making a choice. Miata Debut The …
The Italian car manufacturer Fiat is known greatly for the popular 500 and 124 Spyder sports cars, both offering a small and unique design that Fiat owners have come to know and love. The Fiat Multipla, on the other hand, is a weird and awkwardly designed multi-purpose vehicle, and you’d be lucky to proclaim you’ve …
The Toyota Corolla is a global favorite. It’s one of the most well known automotive models on the market. The Toyota Corolla is safe, reliable, and manufactured by one of the most trusted brands in the world. The Corolla accounts for 1 out of every 5 Toyotas sold. Corolla models are seen on roads from …
Although it’s been around for decades and belongs to one of the most well-known brands on the planet, the Toyota Avalon is often overshadowed by its Camry younger brother. And if that weren’t bad enough, those looking for a luxurious full-sized sedan would often look more toward a Lexus ES. But what they might not …
The Subaru Legacy is just that: one of Subaru’s legacies. It’s known for being a safe and reliable car. All-wheel drive comes standard on the Legacy base model. This feature helps this car stand out in the pack of other sedans like the Honda Accord and the Toyota Camry. And, according to this Carfax report, …
The first Mercedes-Benz car had a patent for years before it piqued public interest. Karl Benz, the inventor of the world’s first automobile, spent his days in his workshop working on prototypes. The perfectionist engineer did not believe that his invention was ready. His wife, however, knew that the horse-less carriage needed to be seen. …
“For drivers who like their cars to be more than mere transportation, there’s nothing else like a MINI.” A MINI Cooper is a great car to have for almost any daily occasion. They are fantastic daily drivers and make great first cars for new drivers getting practice. For a small car, they provide a surprising …
Genesis, Hyundai’s luxury brand, is in the middle of a full lineup blitz. The automaker has already released the GV80 crossover, and it has several more crossovers and SUVs on the way. Genesis is also planning a few more sedans to accompany the G90. Up until now, we’ve only seen a few photos of the …
For the most part, special editions of cars are just new takes on a current model. This usually means a special paint job and wheels and a couple of minor tweaks here and there. But for the 2021 MINI Cooper Sidewalk Convertible, it means a little more. A new take on a modern MINI Most …
Mercedes-Benz isn’t just cutting some of its high-performance sedans. The German automaker has already canceled its X-Class pickup truck. And after 2020, one more model will be gone: the 2-seat convertible Mercedes SLC. Formerly known as the SLK, it’s a more compact version of the 4-seat SL. But why has the Mercedes SLC failed, when …
Hyundai has been a company on the move lately. They recently launched the Palisade and demand is booming for it. But, sales are not the only place where Hyundai is moving the needle. The company has been working diligently to increase the fuel efficiency ratings of its vehicles. Slowly but surely, Hyundai has been able to provide more and more …