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Ford Taurus: The Most Common Problem Affects 20 Model Years

Introduced in 1985, the Ford Taurus was the best-selling car in the U.S. by 1992, a position it held until 1996. In 2018, Ford decided to end the sale of sedans in the U.S. and, as part of that, produced the very last Ford Taurus on March 1, 2019. Since all Tauruses are now used …
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Lack of Steering Function Led to a 2011 Chevy Cruze Recall

Chevrolet has been making and selling cars since 1911. Over the years the company has shown the world why they are in the automobile business. Chevy’s prosperous and rich history are why so many drivers can turn to Chevrolet for trustworthy and reliable cars. However, that did not seem to be the case with the …
The 2020 CT5 provides a refined ride while maintaining the world-class handling and fun-to-drive characteristics that define Cadillac sedans.

The Cadillac CT5 Didn’t Make a Good First Impression On U.S. News

The all-new 2020 Cadillac CT5 boasts a modern exterior design while still paying homage to Cadillac’s classic style. There are quite a few things to like about the CT5, including its ride quality comfort. But at the same time, it hasn’t made the best impression on respected critics. In many ways, the Cadillac CT5 is just so-so Aside from …
A dark-blue 2022 Kia Stinger on a rocky ocean overlook

The Kia Stinger Isn’t Dead–It’s Getting an Update for 2022

Despite the love it gets, the Kia Stinger and its corporate cousin, the Genesis G70, looked like they were on the chopping block. Happily, that’s not the case. Although it’s not getting a performance boost for 2021, the Stinger sports sedan is getting updated for 2022. Here’s what we know so far. 2022 Kia Stinger: …
2020 Honda Civic Coupe Sport on the beach

Honda Is Handing Out Report Cards for Your Driving Habits

When they say that ‘big brother is watching you,’ what they mean is ‘Honda is watching.’ The Japanese automaker made headlines when it announced a new app that would monitor your driver habits.  Do you think you’re a good driver? You might be, but that’s in question when you get behind the wheel of a new Honda. …

Are Coupes a Dying Breed?

No matter which way we look at the new car market today, we have to admit that SUVs and crossovers are reigning supreme. And while sedans aren’t getting as much love as before, coupes are darn near extinct. It makes sense, considering the two-door, sporty nature of a coupe body style lends itself to being …
Heritage-Inspired Grabber Lime 2020 Ford Mustang driving on the road

The 2020 Ford Mustang Is Only the Second Best Convertible Under $50,000

Although convertibles may not be the shining stars that they were a few decades ago, these vehicles have maintained a steady foothold in pop culture — and in the hearts of many dedicated fans. If you’re looking for a well-reviewed convertible while still being somewhat affordable, the 2020 Ford Mustang is worth a look. It placed second on MotorTrend’s list …
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The 2020 Honda Accord Holds Its Own Against Other Affordable Turbochargers

Turbocharging an engine was first used in airplanes; however, it’s also very useful in vehicles. The turbo in a plane engine compressed the thinner air to improve performance at higher altitudes. Turbochargers are two fans in an internal combustion engine that redirect unused power from the back of the engine to add more air to …
2020 Mazda 3 driving by snow

A Used Mazda3 Is a Great and Affordable Choice for Your Teen Driver

Choosing a car – maybe something like the Mazda3 – for your teen can be more than a little stressful. They want the newest in tech, and you’re wondering if you should teach them to drive a manual. You’re then calculating how much you’ll be paying for insurance once they’re driving on the road. The biggest question of …
A red 2020 Toyota Avalon TRD out in the country.

Is It Really Worth Upgrading to the Lexus ES from the Toyota Avalon?

It’s nearly impossible to go wrong with a Toyota or its luxury counterpart, Lexus. But sometimes the challenge is deciding which brand to choose, especially when certain models share many similarities. The 2020 Toyota Avalon and the 2020 Lexus ES are perfect examples of this. Is it worth upgrading from the Avalon to the ES? What’s it like to drive these two sedans? …
A silver 2004 Toyota is parked in a parking lot.

A Toyota MR2 Spyder Could Be an Affordable, Sporty Daily Driver

Buying an older used sports car is a fun and affordable way to get something more unique. While you can find used Mustangs and Chargers all over the place, some less popular cars are harder to find. Although they are rare, some of these discontinued cars aren’t popular or expensive, but that doesn’t mean they …
A blue-with-black-stripes 2020 Roush Stage 3 Mustang

If You Want a Manual Shelby GT500, Roush Has a Mustang for You

Even without Shelby American’s tune, the GT500 is a Ford Mustang with supercar levels of performance. However, though its classic ancestor is slower, it does have something the modern Shelby GT500 lacks—a manual. But, if you want that kind of power with a stick, there’s always the Roush Stage 3 Mustang. 2020 Roush Stage 3 …
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2021 Cadillac CT5 Receives Diamond Sky Package

Cadillac recently announced its efforts to go electric in the near future. To that end, they provided a sneak peek at the Lyriq SUV earlier this week. But, Cadillac still makes luxury cars driven by internal combustion engines. So, the automaker will not let ICE cars go away without first providing a high-end opportunity for …
Lincoln MKZ is on display during North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center

The 2020 Lincoln MKZ Is One Of the Best Luxury Cars For Under $40,000

With so many new luxurious midsize sedans available on the market today, it’s easy to overlook ones like the Lincoln MKZ. The Lincoln MKZ has earned praise for its performance and dapper looks. And this sedan’s starting price makes it even better. Driving the standard 2020 Lincoln MKZ The main appeal to luxury models is the promise of …
A general view of the all-new Mazda3 is seen during the L.A. Auto Show

The 2021 Mazda3 Has Basically Given Up on Manual Transmissions

Once a very common transmission, there aren’t too many new cars with manual transmissions around these days. MotorTrend has managed to find 17 that still offer stick shift for their 2021 model year, though. The 2021 Mazda3 is one of those cars, but there probably won’t be too many manual versions of the Mazda3. Here’s …
The 2021 Toyota Avalon features a new a bold Nightshade Edition trim.

Sedan Sales: Toyota Laughing At Ford and GM

When GM and Ford first announced they were abandoning sedans to double down on pickup trucks and SUVs, you knew it was a bad idea. All you needed to know was that the Japanese, Korean, and European car companies did not follow suit. That was two years ago. Now that it has happened only Chrysler …
The Genesis G70, named Motor Trend Car of the Year, is shown at the auto trade show, AutoMobility LA

The 2021 Genesis G70 Will Be the Last to Have an Iconic Feature

For decades, a manual transmission offered better performance as well as better fuel savings than its counterpart the automatic did. Nowadays, though, automatics have come a long way. Now they can outperform a manual gearbox in most cases. Fuel efficiency ratings are usually higher in automatic systems as well. But there are still some people who …