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Majestic view of the Big Sur coastline

5 Scenic Drives to Help You Forget About the Pandemic

With the coronavirus pandemic dragging on, are you sad and depressed? Despite the confining nature of the coronavirus pandemic, you can still enjoy the freedom and openness of the great outdoors. Check out these five scenic drives to help you forget about the pandemic.
Black 2022 Ram 1500 Limited (RAM) RED Edition driving down a street

Ram 1500 (RAM) RED Helps Bono’s Organization Fight Pandemics

In 2006, Bono, the singer and songwriter of the rock band U2, created (RED) to fight the AIDS pandemic. Now, (RED) is also fighting the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Ram, Jeep, and Fiat are helping Bono’s organization with special-edition (RED) models, including the 2022 Ram 1500 Limited (RAM) RED Edition pickup truck.
Hot Import Nights 2020 Banner for a September car show event

Hot Import Nights Is Still a Thing

Back in the late 1990s, the Hot Import Nights car show began to make its mark on the American automotive scene. Apparently, it began as a festival for car enthusiasts to showcase exotic and customized imported automobiles. Hot Import Nights car show still exists. In fact, there are still a few more nights of this …
2020 Subaru Forester Limited driving down a gravel road in the woods

Summer Vacations Could Be Creating New Coronavirus Hotspots

Recently we talked about the ways you can stay safe while road-tripping during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Taking a road trip is still considered as the safest way to travel when taking the right precautions. Road tripping is also pretty much the only way for Americans to travel at this point. This is mostly because …
A self-driving car riding down the street

Uber Acquires Postmates in Big Takeout Deal

Uber Technologies Inc. changed the car industry forever by making ride-hailing services extremely popular and even changed how we think of car ownership. But just like large auto manufacturers, Uber has been forced to adapt as the coronavirus pandemic persists. In order to find more success during these times, Uber has made a deal to …
A banner in front of a dealership says, sales by appointment only.

Unit Sales of Vehicles This Year Still Stronger than 2009

This year’s global COVID-19 pandemic has been an economic nightmare for automotive manufacturers. But, as bad the lost COVID-19 sales have been this year, the total amount of unit sales is still outpacing the economic recession of 2008 and 2009. So, maybe it is not as bad as it seems. 2008-2009, the Great Recession takes …
A white 2021 Mustang Mach I flanked by the original 1969 Mach Is in red and blue

Car Manufactures May Be Delaying Production of 2021 Models

The year 2020 hasn’t quite shaped up the way many of us thought it would. The world seems to be unrested, with fires, viruses, and social injustice across the world. Yep, some might say that 2020 altogether is a wash, and with the months of completely stopped production from several car manufacturers due to the …
Toyota Camry Hybrid

Car Sales Are so Bad Even Toyota Is Struggling

It’s no secret that the car industry has been rocked since the coronavirus pandemic intensified. While there are some signs of recovery, we are by no means out of the woods yet. This has been made even more evident by Toyota’s recent financial forecast. The popular carmaker expects profits to drop by 80 percent due …
a silver 2021 Honda driving down a treelined road

Honda Odyssey Minivans Converted to Help COVID-19 Patients

As the coronavirus became a global health crisis, then evolved into an economic one, carmakers were among the first to adapt. Brands like General Motors, Toyota, and Volvo shifted from building cars to creative life-saving medical equipment. This week, Honda made the headlines not for a new product launch, but for how the company is …
The Tesla Model 3 on display in Los Angeles, California on November 29, 2018 at Automobility LA

How is the Coronavirus Crisis Impacting the Electric Vehicle Market?

In 2020, we were expecting many exciting vehicle unveilings from the world’s leading carmakers. At the start of the year, we were particularly excited about the new all-electric pickups and other highly anticipated electric vehicles. But, just how is the ongoing coronavirus crisis impacting the EV market right now?  How cheap gas is influencing electric …
2021 Nissan Rogue on street

Is Nissan Ready for a Bounce Back?

Nissan is often overlooked in the auto sales world because of its “vanilla” persona. Lately, the carmaker has had more recent success with its Murano SUV and Frontier pickup truck. Now, Nissan looks like it’s headed for even more good news as their car sales start to bounce in the largest automobile market, China. Nissan’s …

Need an Excuse to Drive Your Car? Volunteer for Meals on Wheels

Many of us have endured weeks of stay-at-home orders to help reduce the spread of the coronavirus. We’ve kept our cars parked or performed routine car care in the driveway, maybe even made car washing a family activity once or twice. Truth be told, virtual road trips are no comparison for truly being behind the …
The 2020 Ford F-150 races down a sandy road

2021 Ford F-150 Production Date Delayed

The Ford F-150, though it has its good and bad reviews across the board, is a trusted vehicle. It’s America’s favorite truck for decades and it is a favorite across the globe as well. It’s a fantastic family car and a workhorse towing machine. Will we see a 2021 Ford F-150? As of today, it …
Lincoln Park Police Department

Driving While Wearing an N95 Mask Can Be Incredibly Dangerous

Safety behind the wheel is always important. Auto manufacturers are constantly addressing vehicle safety but nothing replaces critical thinking and careful driving. Distracted driving is still at the top of the list for accidents along with drinking and driving. However, in light of our new normal, some new hazards are being identified. Driving While Wearing an N95 Mask Can Be …
The Tesla Cybertruck as unveiled by Elon Musk, the co-founder and CEO of Tesla

Tesla CEO Elon Musk is Upset About Sheltering in Place Orders

The founder and CEO of Tesla, Elon Musk is mad again. Musk is no stranger to controversy and is known for being temperamental, as well as being innovative. This time around, he’s still upset about the government’s shelter-in-place orders which he believes are screwing up his business. Tesla’s Last Controversy in March In March, Musk …
Hyundai Kona compact crossover suv on display at Brussels Expo

Automakers Start to Resume Production in Europe

Recently, we talked about how China’s auto sales are starting to show signs of recovery as automakers resume production in the area amid the COVID-19 crisis. Now, we are seeing automakers reopen their production facilities in Europe too as Auto News reports. Hyundai and Kia Lead the Way Korean brands Hyundai and Kia were among …
Ferrari 812 Superfast in red

Ferrari’s Five-Year Plan In Jeopardy

I recently posted about how Ferrari switched from the production of cars to the production of parts to help fight the COVID-19 pandemic. Specifically, they fired up their production lines to create pieces for scuba masks to be converted into respirators. But, manufacturers across the automotive industry have begun talking about resuming vehicle production, as has Ferrari. In fact, Ferrari …
The interior of a Tesla Model X

COVID-19 Has Designers Rethinking Car Interiors

COVID-19 has caused the world to pause, including car designers. What they have realized is that now more than ever, a swelling amount of people are viewing their car as their sanctuary. Consequently, designers are rethinking how that sanctuary will look in the future, and how to make it more sanctuary-like.  In the words of the designers In …
NASCAR virtual racing

Crazy IRacing Special Event Tonight

If you do not follow the different racing leagues, then you might find it surprising to know that the COVID-19 has not slowed the drivers down. Racing is still happening. But it is happening virtually. Tonight there will be another race, but this one will not be to hone driver skills as much as it will be for utter ridiculous …