Cars

While it turns out Ferrari never actually sent a cease-and-desist to the owner of that rotary-engine 456, it’s rather telling that car enthusiasts weren’t particularly shocked. The Italian carmaker has a rather storied history in trying to protect its ‘brand.’ And with the kind of restrictions it puts on those who buy its latest products, …

The Honda enthusiast scene has been around since the early 1990s, and maybe even before that. Over the past 30 years or so, anyone who has paid attention would have seen the evolution that the Honda scene has gone through; from big wings and body kits to making valiant efforts to blaze down the quarter-mile …

Just like a black cup of coffee, the Honda Civic has always been a practical and dependable choice. But if you want to add a little spice to that cup of Joe, then the Honda Civic Si is the way to go. Since 1986, the “Sport injected” variant of the Civic has been the go-to …

Since its inception in 2012, the Acura ILX has been the brand’s entry-level sedan offering that competes with the BMW 3 Series, Audi A4, and Lexus IS. But how competitive is it? It’s a tough call, however, you would have to look at it from a value standpoint. Sure, the Acura ILX is based on …

It’s fairly common knowledge now that Volkswagen is the parent company to Audi and that both model lines share common platforms, parts, and engines. However, it’s not an easy cross-comparison for most of the models. For example, a top-trim Volkswagen Atlas is not the same as an Audi Q7 and an Audi A4 is not …

Hyundai has stepped up its design game over the past decade and these improvements are definitely showcased in the new 2020 Hyundai Sonata. All-new for this year, the Hyundai Sonata dons the brand’s new “Sensuous Sportiness” design language. Which we’re guessing means that the new Sonata is equal parts sensual and sporty. Fair enough. A …

The Honda Civic and Volkswagen Jetta are two of the oldest nameplates in the compact car category. Now in its tenth generation, the Honda Civic boasts new technological features along with the tried-and-true fuel economy and reliability we have come to know and love. The Volkswagen Jetta is in its seventh generation, having gone under …

Usually, the word ‘classic’ conjures up images of old Bugattis, British Minis, or first-gen Broncos. Rarely is a minivan called ‘classic’. But going just by pure age, there are quite a few vans and minivans that are old enough to be classics. And long before Mercedes gave a minivan 500+ hp, there was another unconventional …

Jay Leno’s first up-close experience with a police car wasn’t exactly ideal. That’s because he was being thrown into one on charges of vagrancy. Now, though, Leno is a well-known TV host, comedian, and car enthusiast. And although he often features new cars like the Porsche Taycan in his videos, he also has a passion …

There aren’t many vehicles with the Honda Civic’s bandwidth. One reason for the compact sedan’s popularity is there’s a version for everybody. The base Civic is a comfortable and fairly-reliable commuter. For those who want a bit more spice, there’s the Civic Si. And, a few years ago, Honda finally brought over the Civic Type …

The Fast and Furious franchise may be responsible for the popularity of the Nissan R33 Skyline in the United States, but fanatics haven’t forgotten about the car as the movies moved on to more popular modern-day exotics. For many people, this year has been long-awaited, as the popular Japanse Domestic Market Nissan Skyline 1996 – …

The legendary Honda S2000 was an iconic roadster that debuted in 1999 (as a 2000 model) and was an instant hit. During its 10-year run, Honda sold over 66,000 units across the U.S. before it ended production in 2009. The rear-wheel-drive convertible was widely renowned for its high-revving engine, agile handling characteristics, and ultimate reliability. …

There is a lot of mystery behind the VW Arteon. The mystery is why Volkswagen makes the sedan? Sedans don’t sell anymore, VW couldn’t give away its last big sedan the Phaeton, and VW put zero effort into a marketing campaign. VW knew each of those fun facts yet the Arteon is here. Why does …

For many people, buying a car is a life-changing event. After years of saving you want to know that you are getting the best vehicle, you can get without blowing your budget. As fun and exciting as buying a new car can be, not many people look forward to the actual trip to the dealership. …

The Toyota Avalon is the brand’s flagship sedan, slotting just below Lexus’ lineup. It enjoys a reputation for reliability and safety, and it’s not uncommon for owners to hold onto their Avalons for close to a decade. However, even after introducing a TRD version, the Toyota Avalon still lacked something: all-wheel drive. But now, in …

Although its competitors’ affordable sedans are starting to wither, Toyota’s are seeing regular updates. Both the compact Corolla and midsize Camry received Nightshade editions, although only the Camry got a TRD trim. However, with trucks and SUVs growing in popularity, in part due to their all-wheel and four-wheel drive, Toyota had to keep the Camry …

Nowadays, sedan buyers are facing a shrinking selection. Although Toyota’s and Honda’s sedans are still going strong, Ford and Chevrolet have cut their offerings significantly. Even luxury marques like Cadillac and Mercedes aren’t immune. But there may be some hope for luxury sedan buyers, especially for those buying American. That’s because Lincoln sedans are still …

Although Ford and Chevrolet have cut their sedan choices severely, SUVs and trucks haven’t completely killed demand for them. And for sedan buyers, the choice usually comes down between Toyota and Honda. The Honda Civic keeps breaking sales records, but the Toyota Corolla isn’t exactly unpopular. The Corolla was redesigned for the 2020 model year; …

Although sedans aren’t dead, they’re very ill. Trucks and SUVs have expanded their market dominance to the point they’re running out of uncovered segments. They’re also the reason why the IIHS is making its crash tests more extreme. Ford’s sedan lineup has shrunk to one model. Chevrolet does offer more; however, it’s Cadillac that offers …

With customers increasingly choosing SUVs and trucks over sedans, some automakers have cut sedans out of their lineups. Ford, for example, is down to just one passenger car that isn’t a Mustang. And Ford isn’t the only US automaker paring down its sedan offerings. GM hasn’t always been the best brand shepard; not even Chevy …