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The Upcoming ULTIMATE Cadillac, the Celestiq
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2021 Escalade Visualizer
Its only been a couple of days since the unveiling of the new 2021 Cadillac Escalade and now we have something to begin playing with. Cadillac has made a 360 degree Visualizer available which will allow you to take a quick look at what your dream configuration might...
Learn to Speak EV: Electric Cars Explained for Gearheads
The time is upon us: The electric cars cometh. It’s inexorable, so like it or lump it, it’s time to figure them out. First, though, we need to understand a few terms and the basic concepts behind those terms before we can get a bit deeper into the weeds....
GMC’s CarbonPro Carbon-Fiber Bed Takes Hurricane-Force Beating in New Ad
Carbon fiber is strong and lightweight, making it a favored component in race cars and exotic road vehicles, and GMC is out to prove the material’s worth to the masses. GMC, you see, recently introduced the carbon-fiber CarbonPro bed for its mainstream...
Tesla Being Investigated Over Alleged Unintended Acceleration Issue
The U.S. government is looking into claims that certain Tesla vehicles suffer a defect that can cause sudden unintended acceleration. According to a petition filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there have been 110 crashes and 52...
2020 Nissan Maxima SR is Still a Sporty Surprise
The most recent Nissan Maxima has been around since 2015, and now, about five years into its life, Nissan crafted a good old midcycle refresh to entice potential buyers with some attractive new equipment. We took the updates as an opportunity to grab a 2020 Maxima SR...
First Dodge Viper Ever Built Sells for Big Bucks
First-generation Dodge Vipers have been on our short list for budget performance cars for years now. With solid examples of the early Viper RT/10 roadster typically selling in the $30,000 bracket, we’d argue there are few more potent or eye-catching cars for the...
Junkyard Gem: 1978 Datsun 200SX
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Watch Tesla Sentry Mode Surprise Hooligans, Foil Model 3 Break-In
Wonder what the video-capturing Tesla feature can do for owners? After trying to open the door, the would-be thieves start kicking the charging port, but Sentry mode scares them off.
Cover Story
2024 BMW 5 Series
The All-New BMW 5 Series: Redefining Premium Mobility with Elegance and Innovation In the ever-evolving landscape of automotive excellence, BMW once again sets the bar higher with the introduction of the new BMW 5 Series. More dynamic than ever before, this...
Reviews
2020 Chevrolet Malibu LT
All American Apple Pie Tastes Great!!! I’m not sure this is getting to be a trend that I’m running across vehicles that I generally overlook only to find they are bordering on magnificence. But once again I was more than pleasantly surprised by a vehicle which I had...
Time Spent with Subaru Legacy and Outlook
Subaru Legacy and Subaru Outback I was pleased to see the Subaru Legacy waiting for us. I’m pretty familiar with the Subaru model line and hadn’t until now had the honor of spending time with their sedan. We’ve also recently had time for a quick look at a...
2019 Ford Fusion Hybrid
2019 Ford Fusion Hybrid I Think I'm Getting Spoiled... ...and full-sized sedans aren't selling, why? It seems like every few months we learn about another model line being dropped due to slow or no sales in favor of a crossover or SUV these days. From a numbers and...
Nissan Altima SL – Surprisingly Good
We recently spent a little over a week with a 2017 Nissan Altima. To make it quick, I appreciated it.
Kia Soul Field Trip
It seems I’m always starting my reviews with having to admit I have to change my initial opinion of a vehicle that I’ve only seen from afar. Well this is another instance where I must admit, it’s better than I believed. This time it’s for the Kia Soul...
MEGA-Long Term Re-VUE Wrap-Up
Well its finally time for us to say goodbye to our family Saturn Vue.
2014 Nissan Sentra SV – Quick Drive
We recently spent a week out west with a Nissan Sentra. This wasn’t my first time in a Sentra, but it was the first time I spent a decent amount of time with one. Thankfully we had the opportunity to experience this mainstream model in various situations all while experiencing the west side of our country.
2008 Saturn Vue-Ultra Long-Term Review
The old saying about adopting a brand new vehicle upon it’s initial release being a bad move could be right. But sometimes if you stick it out you can enjoy a reliable daily driver.
Time with a BMW i3
I believe that it’s a good thing to be open-minded. Even nature verifies this. If you are not robust and flexible or open to options in an ever-changing environment, you’re doomed. Even a mighty tree that isn’t somewhat flexible will snap in a strong wind. If we rely on one type of sustenance, we starve when the supply ends. Period.
BMW i3 Initial Thoughts…
…I’ve heard it mentioned before from others and I have to agree; though small on the outside, it’s surprisingly “sufficient” on the inside. I had absolutely no problems getting into and out of the car. The seating position was upright, but very comfortable. Visibility was also excellent.
Featured Stories
2023 BMW 7 – hmmm
...it's growing on me Of course BMW had to come out with something that would tip the cart over considering the new S-Class is magnificent and somewhat polarizing design-wise. Well, they did it with a striking front end. Recent years have shown BMW presenting a...
Porsche Taycan
First batter up against the Model S Its been hinted at for quite a while. Finally, we have a legitimate direct competitor to the Tesla Model S. Or do we? The Model S has been the defacto, pure electric vehicle that had range, beauty, price and technology going for it....
BMW X2-Series
I think I must have been sleeping or something but the new BMW X2 has snuck up on me. I love it. Finally (in my opinion) BMW has designed a sport utility that I really like right off the bat.
2018 Audi A7 Sportback
The four-door coupe sets standards in the luxury class when it comes to progressiveness. It embodies a new style of Gran Turismo, with dynamic lines, systematic digitalization, a sporty driving experience and a versatile space concept.
Technology
New Mercedes MBUX Interface of the Future
At this year's 2018 CES, Mercedes revealed the next big thing in their multimedia and operational interface. It replaces the long standing command interface for the current line of vehicles. First to be introduced on Mercedes small vehicles...
Range Rover Operated with Your Phone
Here’s one more step towards an autonomous vehicle. The engineers at Jaguar Land Rover have given us a view of the (hopefully impending) remote controlled Land Rover.
High-Res Nav Maps for Audi Q7
The premium brand is developing a new high-resolution map materials together with competent partners. A current example of the potential of this data is the predictive efficiency assistant in the new Audi Q7*. It utilizes information about the topography to get the car to its destination with greater efficiency and convenience. High-resolution maps will also play a key role in piloted driving.
2016 Chevrolet Volt Propulsion System
Lighter, Quicker and more Efficient.
The newly announced 2016 Chevrolet Volt has updated their propulsion system to provide more EV mileage, overall range, and efficiencies.
Today’s Headlight Technology
It looks like the days of the old 7-inch sealed beam headlamp are gone. sealed beam
While at this year’s Detroit Auto Show, I couldn’t help notice the exquisite details in some manufacturer’s headlights. Advances in technology has allowed them to really dress up the front end of the cars.The new advances in electronics have seen us go from sealed beams, halogen, zenon, LED and even Laser headlights.
Key fob with display. Premium door opener and “info centre”
BMW revealed a new key fob with a useful display and other advanced features. If you’re like me you like toys and gadgets. This is why we this year’s Consumer Electronic Show (CES) and the upcoming 2015 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. We’ll be there bright and early with reports.
BMW M4 Concept Iconic Lights – bright ideas for enhanced driving pleasure.
BMW is providing further evidence that it is a world leader in the development of Laserlight. Having already supplied its first models with Laserlight to customers, it is now presenting further laser functions for vehicles of the future.
BMW’s Self Parking Vehicle
We’re one step closer to having our car drop us off at the entrance to the mall and have it go and successfully park itself only to return upon our request. Tesla hinted at it earlier this past year and now BMW has taken the first steps to make this a reality.
Jaguar Land Rover’s Transparent Pillar eliminates blind spots…
Jaguar is showing their camera and projections on the vehicle “A-pillars” which eliminates that pesky blind spot. Yes that same blind spot that hides things like pedestrians in crosswalks or parking lots.
Cadillac Adds Streaming Video to Enhance Driver Vision and Safety
Cadillac late next year will add high-resolution streaming video to the function of a traditional rearview mirror, removing obstructions of passengers, headrests and the vehicle’s roof and rear pillars.
The streaming video mirror improves field of vision by an estimated 300 percent, or roughly four times greater than a standard rearview mirror.