One of the most challenging parts of reviewing cars is finding a way to put yourself in the mindset of a potential buyer. As a 30-year-old enthusiast living in a crowded city, it’s clear that cars such as the Hyundai Veloster N and Honda Civic Si are aimed at people like me. But what about …
Recently, we learned that the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 diesel had earned an EPA rating of 23/30/26 mpg (city/highway/combined). Granted, that figure drops a bit if you choose the 4×4 version, but still. It seems like only yesterday that we were cheering midsize pickup trucks for finally cresting 30 mpg highway. The fact that a …
One of the persistent rumors about the 2020 Ford Bronco is that it will harken back to one of the unique features of the original: removable doors. Thanks to the folks at AutoGuide we get the first evidence that this might actually be true. Poking around recent patent applications they discovered this one from FoMoCo …
The word ‘retro’ gets a lot of bad press sometimes. Lava lamps, bellbottoms, and platform shoes are just a few of the transgressions of the past that come to mind. But in the world of Toyota pickups, being a little dated isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Motor1 has dug up an excellent example in the …
After a three month delay as a result of the government’s emissions certification, GM has finally begun shipping full-size trucks powered by Duramax diesel engines says Automotive News. Though originally advertised as 2019 models, GM has decided to make them all as 2020s instead. 2020s, Not 2019s The 2019 gas-powered trucks began arriving at dealers’ …
The subcompact crossover segment is one of the hottest markets happening right now. We know GMC has been eyeing a possible dive into subcompact crossover territory. Within GM, Chevy has the segment covered with the Trax and so does Buick with the Trax-based Encore. The Encore is the best-selling Buick, so of course, GMC has …
Reliability is an extremely important factor when choosing which car to buy. Nobody wants their car to break down let alone catch on fire, so choosing the right make and model is important. What’s also important is understanding just how a car can catch on fire. So here are the 10 ways that it can, according to How Stuff …
It seems that as far back as 2006, Elon Musk had visions of producing all “major forms of terrestrial transport” under the Tesla banner. It should come as no surprise that a Tesla pickup truck would be in the mix at some point as pickups, in general, continue to sell millions of units annually. As an automaker, Tesla has experienced …
Getting a driver’s license is an exciting time. The new driver has gained a measure of freedom and gets to pick out that first, special vehicle. It’s important to make good choices when selecting your first vehicle. Some vehicles have too much power for a new driver. Some vehicles need a bit more road experience than a …
When choosing a car seat, parents often prioritize the comfort and safety of their child into their final decision. How the car seat will fit in their vehicle is an afterthought. It can be frustrating to pay upwards of $100 for a well-reviewed car seat only to find that it can’t be secured properly in …
There are many reasons why an automaker issues a recall. It could be a common problem such as faulty brakes or defective airbags. On the other hand, there have also been some extremely creepy cases like when Toyota Camrys were recalled due to a spider infestation. The eight-legged creatures had made themselves a home in …
The Nissan Titan is one of the most popular pickup trucks on the market. However, because of recent struggles at Nissan, the truck could see some changes.
Ford has been making some of the best-selling pickup trucks for decades. Known for its iconic and reliable trucks, Ford has had more and more growing competition in recent years. But with no chance of the automaker backing down now, Ford is offering some of the best savings it’s ever had on its entire F-150 …
Ford is laying out a massive new portfolio of products to better address the fast-changing consumer demands happening right now. Things we never thought would be considered are in the pipeline for production by 2020. Ford announced it’s radically changing up some of its most iconic brands in the face of falling demand for conventionally-powered …