The 2021 Kia Seltos is supposed to be a cooler alternative to the Kia Soul. It has a more rugged and less boxy design, which is feeling a little dated for the Soul. But if the base model doesn’t have enough muscle for you, you can upgrade the Kia Seltos S Turbo for more muscle …
Do you remember the Mazdaspeed3? It was a four-door hatchback that was based on the existing Mazda3 but it had a turbocharged engine, a sportier suspension, and some gaudy aero bits. For a streetcar, it was fast, but it needed refinement. Fortunately, after seven years without a fast, fun hatchback, Mazda recently released the 2021 …
Driving in the snow can either be scary or really fun, depending on what car you’re driving. If you happen to be driving a rear-wheel-drive car, then you’ll need good tires and prayer to get through the white stuff. But if you happen to drive the new 2021 Mazda3 Turbo, then you’ll be able to …
Many people dream of the thrill of driving an amazing car, flying along the road with the wind in their hair. The 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S could be the answer to this dream. However, MotorTrend calls that into question, wondering whether something could be too perfect to be, well, perfect. Here’s a look at …
Over the past few years, Mazda has been injecting a healthy dose of luxury into its vehicles and the compact Mazda3 is no exception. Since its 2019 model year redesign, the Mazda3 provides a well-appointed interior that matches well with its sleek exterior styling, but what it made up for in looks it lacked in …
The 2021 Mazda3 Turbo’s push to become an upmarket competitor is undeniable at this point. In fact, the entire brand plans to move upmarket by producing more luxurious vehicles. Thanks to its ability to offer luxury features for less, the current-gen Mazda3 is a massive leap forward for the model. To see how it stacks …
You don’t have to be a car aficionado to know that some cars are special. If a complete car novice sees a Lamborghini rip by or a Rolls Royce luxuriously lumber past in traffic, even they would know they saw something special – or at least expensive. Most average non-car people understand that Porsche is …
The modern small SUV and crossover segment is wildly popular but crazy boring, as a rule. These cars often sacrifice a lot of what makes a vehicle enjoyable for slightly more headroom and not much else. The Mazda CX-30 is one such vehicle–but has the introduction of the new turbocharged motor able to elevate the …
With the Kia Soul Turbo, you get a lot more power. But is paying to have more horsepower in this little hamster SUV worth it? Let’s see what the 2021 Kia Soul Turbo can do compared to rivals like the Mazda CX-30. How is the 2021 Kia Soul Turbo? You can get started in the …
If you were shopping for a used sedan, would you want a luxurious ride that exudes German panache could return nearly 40 mpg and cost you about as much as a new Toyota Corolla? If you said “yes,” then it could be a good idea to look into buying a 2016 Audi A6 TDI. It’s …
When I was growing up, the Ferrari 308 on the Magnum P.I. television show caught my attention. From there, I learned what an exotic car is. That is a low volume car, with performance to wow, a high price tag, and most often is created by a boutique manufacturer. Most times, that performance to wow …
Aside from off-road capability and a renowned all-wheel-drive system, turbocharging has long been synonymous with Subaru models. Cars like the WRX have always been turbocharged and the brand’s SUVs like the Outback and Forester benefited from forced induction as well. However, the current iteration of the Forester is not turbocharged and has even been called …
As much as I’m tired of talking about and hearing about Porsche, they are absolutely on a tear right now. The vintage 911s and just about anything else with the shield on it has shot into the stratosphere. Not only have the old ones gone through the roof, but the Taycan and Cayenne have also …
Few sports cars are as iconic as the Porsche 911, or as desirable, especially in air-cooled form. It influences not only the company’s other cars but its design work outside the automotive segment. Porsche hasn’t just collaborated with other automakers and bike companies, but it’s also designed a Star Wars starship. And now, it’s helped …
Have you ever wanted a commuter car with hatchback practicality and a strong engine? Well, if you’re thinking of buying a Honda, then you’ll be stuck with the Civic Hatchback. It’s not a bad deal, considering it’s practical and has a turbo 1.5-liter engine. However, it needs more power like the Civic Si, so it’s …
The E30 M3 is often considered one of BMW’s high points, if not its quintessential car. And not just because, as an older and simpler model, it’s one of the more reliable BMWs. It’s because of the way it drives. But the E30 wouldn’t exist without an earlier car. One that not only saved the …
If you want stellar fuel economy numbers, then the 2020 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S e-Hybrid is not a good choice. But then again, no one would ever buy a Porsche to save money at the pump anyway. However, if you want loads of power, a bevy of luxurious amenities, as well the ability to save …
If you’re looking to give your car more horsepower, intakes and exhaust modifications only go so far. And while tires and suspension tuning can add speed in the corners, at some point, more output is required to go faster. That’s often achieved via forced induction—which typically, for tuners and OEMs, means a turbocharger. But is …
It was only a few years ago that the Porsche Cayenne Turbo SUV made its debut in the performance utility vehicle market. But in 2020 a newer version is making its way to the showroom floor. This time it’s a clone, of sorts, to the original Cayenne Turbo SUV. However, it’s a Coupe version instead that’s …
We’ve heard the hype and entertained the rumors. Mazda may be giving its 2021 Mazda3 and its hatchback version a turbo option. If anyone has wondered what might make the Mazda3 and Mazda3 hatchback better, there is a good chance they thought about turbo power. Turbocharged makes everything better, right? Not always. Let’s speculate a bit …
Besides its better-than-reported range, the Porsche Taycan is an impressive car, not just an impressive EV. However, even though it’s not electric, the 911 has traditionally been the German automaker’s centerpiece. Especially the Porsche 911 Turbo S, which packs supercar-level performance. But, as YouTube team The Straight Pipes describe, the EV may have caught up …
High-RPM redlines and more cylinders are usually how motorcycle companies increase performance. But Yamaha is going to use something that, while common in cars, isn’t really seen in bikes: forced-induction. Not a supercharger, like on the Kawasaki Ninja H2, though. Instead, Yamaha is re-introducing turbocharging to its motorcycle lineup. The Yamaha turbocharged bike news Performance …
Its newest models may be fast and capable, but for Porsche fans, the classic models are where it’s at. Especially the air-cooled Porsche 911. So much so, that restomodding the vintage sports car has become a high-profile business. But, although the earliest ones are the most valuable, it’s the last air-cooled model, the Porsche 993 …
Imagine ordering something that you are really excited about from Amazon. You know from the order what day it is expected to arrive. But, nowadays you can track the shipment with the delivery company too. So, basically, you can order your product, have it plucked from the shelves of a warehouse, and watch the package …
The Subaru Legacy is just that: one of Subaru’s legacies. It’s known for being a safe and reliable car. All-wheel drive comes standard on the Legacy base model. This feature helps this car stand out in the pack of other sedans like the Honda Accord and the Toyota Camry. And, according to this Carfax report, …
In a recent COVID-19 conversation between two auto enthusiasts about the shortage of respirators, a question came up. The answer to the question was shockingly, and comically automotive based, and somewhat cerebral at times in its depth. The question was, what does a respirator do? The simple answer is that it is a device made …
The most common way manufacturers create big horsepower numbers for their vehicles is to turbocharge or supercharge the engine. This is also true for the racing community. However, what is the difference between the two? How is a turbo different from a supercharger? Turbochargers Turbos capture the hot exhaust leaving the engine and then force-feed it back into …
