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The school bus, the twinkie, the big cheese, the cheese log, the cheese wagon… these are all nicknames for what is familiar to all of us as the school bus. All of us have seen them. Many of us have waited for them. A few of us have accidentally climbed aboard the wrong one. But …

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 …

Who knew that Mitsubishi still made the all-electric i-MiEV? More importantly; who cares? Making its debut in 2009 it is amazing that it continued to be produced all of this time. Though it was sold in over 50 countries it only managed to sell 32,000 i-MiEVs. The Nissan Leaf EV, by comparison, has sold over …

More automotive companies are producing electric cars, SUVs, and even trucks nowadays. But people are a little hesitant to get on board because of the cost to buy an EV. Potential customers want to know if they could justify their investment in one of these vehicles.  When you look at the costs, you could save …

The F-150 Raptor’s reign as the most-prominent Baja-style truck may be coming to an end. Ram’s finally pulled the curtain back on the Ram 1500 TRX, which already edges the Raptor out slightly on towing. But it’s the Ram TRX’s off-road hardware that should give Ford some pause. The 2021 Ram 1500 TRX’s Hellcat engine …

The idea of off-roading can be a little intimidating for drivers who have never tried it. Even if your car is equipped with four-wheel drive, it may not be ready for rock-crawling and fording large streams. For these activities, you’ll need an SUV with special off-roading equipment. An SUV like the Ford Bronco. For a …

When you hit the road for a trip in your RV or camper, it’s important to know that your passengers and gear are safe aboard your rolling home away from home. Recalls are common in the automobile industry and RVs are not excluded. According to RV News, there have been not one but three recall …

Back in March, General Motors announced its all-new electric-vehicle platform that will be introduced across its four major brands. These include Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC. Right now, there’s lots of buzz around Buick because this particular carmaker just unveiled its new plug-in-hybrid and its first electric crossover SUV.  GM’s recent unveiling of the Buick …

If you live in a dense city area, or perhaps just need a simple mode of transportation to get around the suburbs, then a scooter like the Honda Ruckus could be a great choice. Sure, an electric car like the Nissan Leaf could work as well, but a Ruckus would be a much more efficient …

Give a big round of applause to the Ford Ranger. It just won another midsize truck of the year award. The revamped Ford Ranger is really holding its own against rivals like the Chevy Colorado and Nissan Frontier.  The Ford Ranger Won Best in Class  The experts at the New England Motor Press Association (NEMPA) …

The Volkswagen “dirty diesel” stigma might still exist in some consumer’s minds, but the all-electric e-Golf could be a much cleaner option for those looking to save on fuel costs. And while Volkswagen’s electrified hatchback might not suit everyone’s daily needs, it provides a fair amount of practicality and reliability. But is buying a Volkswagen …

The Dyson electric car made its debut this week. But, before anybody gets excited, it is also important to note that the car has already been canceled. That is right. The debut was for a vehicle that will not become available, or even built. So, what is there to know about this mysterious electric car? And, why debut it …