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The 2020 Toyota Sienna Isn’t One of the Safest Minivans

The International Institute for Highway Safety rated the 2020 safest minivans according to the results several different tests. Numerous crash tests are performed. Additionally, LATCH system tests are done and headlight ratings given. Despite the Toyota Sienna’s reputation, it didn’t make it into the top 3––or even 4––rated minivans for 2020 IIHS safety. The 2020 …
2021 Chrysler Pacifica Pinnacle is on display at the 112th Annual Chicago Auto Show

The 2020 Chrysler Pacifica Is the Best Minivan Your Family Can Buy

Originally introduced in 2004 as a crossover/SUV, the 2004-2008 Chrysler Pacifica did not live up to expectations. Perhaps it was just ahead of its time as they are now popular with millennials on the used market. Fast-forward to 2016, Chrysler reintroduced the Pacifica for the 2017 model year as a minivan aimed at taking on …
Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is displayed during Los Angeles Auto Show at the Los Angeles Convention Center

Is Your Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid On Fire? Here’s What to Do

Chrysler has done it again. Another recall plagues this automaker with its Pacifica van. Just like a couple of years ago, the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica is experiencing a fire risk, which has already caused damage to some of these vehicles. Unlike the previous fire hazard, this one doesn’t involve the fuel system. It does, however, …

10 All-Time Most Hated American Cars

All of these lists are subjective, but we’re sure you’ll agree with most of these “Most Hated” selections. If there is a common thread among these selections it is that most are from the era when “downsizing” was thought to be the answer. But the Detroit 3’s idea of downsizing meant cheap, crappy, and ugly. …
Dark gray 2021 Chrysler Pacifica with AWD drifting through the snow

Think Twice Before Buying A Chrysler Pacifica

The 2020 Chrysler Pacific seems like a good minivan option for families or buyers who like to have that extra cargo space, but it’s not the best minivan on the market, and in fact, you should think twice before you buy one. There are some recalls with the car as well as some other concerning …
white 2021 Sienna minivan diving on a dirt road

Wisely and Slow the Minivan Doth Go

Back in the 1980s, Chrysler wasn’t doing so hot. Enter the first American minivan. In 1983 the Dodge Caravan and the Plymouth Voyager “transformed mobility for the suburban American family,” according to Business Insider. The minivan quickly became a nationwide family favorite. Even though they’ve taken a luxurious stowable back seat to crossover SUVs as …
The Chrysler logo is displayed on the front of a brand new car

Turning up the Volume in a 2004 Chrysler Voyager Could Start a Fire

The minivan is a symbol of suburbia and an icon of soccer moms and hockey dads alike. It saw its niche and it served them well in the era between station wagons and SUVs. The Chrysler Voyager has served the minivan market since 1984, first wearing a Plymouth badge but more recently branded as a …
a silver Honda Odyssey parked in front of an upscale residence

Is the Honda Odyssey the Best Family Vehicle Ever Made?

The Honda Odyssey is far and beyond one of the most fantastic family vehicles on the road today. But there are additional strong competitors in the segment, as well. Kelley Blue Book has given this family toting machine a long list of awards over the years. In fact, the 2020 Honda Odyessy took the title …
Chrysler shows off the 2021 Pacifica at the Chicago Auto Show

Chrysler Pacifica Minivans Are Catching On Fire Again

For the second time in two years, the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid minivan is being recalled for catching on fire spontaneously. Back in 2018, Fiat Chrysler recalled over 10,000 of the hybrid vans for fire potential. Now, Fiat Chrysler is recalling almost 25,000 of the Pacifica hybrid vans for a tendency to catch on fire. The …
white 2021 Sienna minivan diving on a dirt road

2021 Minivans: Which Will Be the Better Hybrid?

So far in 2020, we know that 2021 minivans are moving in the hybrid direction. There will be two hybrid options for buyers seeking alternatives to a regular gasoline engine. A Toyota minivan and a Chrysler minivan are going to have to battle it out to see which one is the best. But until we …
2020 Toyota Sienna SE Premium AWD

Is the Toyota Sienna the Most Reliable Minivan?

As far as 2020 minivans go, there is a pretty good group to choose from. Modern minivans offer the finest creature comforts with state of the art technology, entertainment systems, and cool features like vacuums and luxurious reclining seats. There’s no denying that minivans have seriously upped their game in recent models. But which 2020 …

Chrysler Produced A Car With An Turbine Engine

When it comes to engines, we think of the typical gas-powered engine or electric motor, or even a combination of the two that is becoming more popular in plug-in hybrids, but we don’t typically think about outfitting a car with a turbine. Apparently Chrysler did, and they named it – appropriately – the Chrysler Turbine. …
A logo of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), taken at the Geneva Motor Show on the first press day

Why Chrysler Is the Cheapest Brand to Own After 10 Years

No one likes a vehicle that nickels-and-dimes you to death once it gets to 10 years old. You don’t have to worry about that if you bought a 2010 Chrysler. Consumer Reports ranks Chrysler the cheapest brand to own after a decade on the road, edging out Lincoln, Toyota, and Mazda for all-over cost-effectiveness. Why …
New 2008 Chrysler Sebring Convertibles sit near completion at the Chrysler Group's Sterling Heights Assembly Plant

Older Chrysler Sebring Models Had a Horrible Engine Sludge Problem

The Chrysler Sebring was a midsize car sold from 1995 to 2010. These models came in sedan, coupe, and convertible models. Many owners liked the design of these cars, especially the convertible. Because they were so popular, many of these cars are still on the road today. However, the 2001 and 2002 Chrysler Sebring both …
Ralph Gilles Introduces the Viper

Automotive Artist Profile: Ralph Gilles, FCA Head of Design

Designing a vehicle and getting it to market takes a team of people. Sometimes, from within those teams, there is one person who shines. That is the case with Ralph Gilles. He is a designer that has gone up the ranks of FCA, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles. But how much do we really know about him? How did he get …
white 2021 Sienna minivan diving on a dirt road

Watch Out Pacifica, the 2021 Toyota Sienna Is Out For Blood

Toyota just unveiled the all-new 2021 Toyota Sienna minivan in a live media event. What Car and Driver calls “the wildest looking minivan since the 2004 Nissan Quest,” the 2021 Sienna is coming for the competition and it’s out for blood. The Toyota Sienna will be offered with an exclusive hybrid powertrain. The Chrysler Pacifica …
1935 Chrysler Imperial Airflow Interior at Bringatrailer Auction

Steve McQueen and Carroll Shelby Owned This Chrysler, and It’s for Sale

Steve McQueen and Carroll Shelby are the epitome of coolness when it comes to car culture. Both have significant weight with their names, a weight that, over time, has created a permanent place in history for both of them in the automobile industry. So, it’s no surprise that they could appreciate all sorts of vehicles. Not surprisingly, when …

Lawsuit: Jeep/Fiat Chrysler Models Experience Sudden Unexpected Engine Stalls

A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Fiat Chrysler accusing it of continuing to sell vehicles it knows has defects. The lawsuit claims that various models of Jeep, Fiat, and Chrysler products experience high oil consumption. This causes them to dangerously shut down unexpectedly. Hundreds of consumers are part of the class-action. Low oil pressure …