2022-10-04 13:50
Honda hasn’t announced when it will officially reveal the 2023 Honda Pilot SUV, but it has released a few teasers. Now Honda has announced that an early production version of the 2023… Read More
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2022-10-03 22:37
Audi has unveiled a very limited edition of the 2023 R8, called the R8 GT, which is powered by the 5.2-liter V-10 with 602 hp and 413 lb-ft of torque that sends all its power to the rea… Read More
2022-10-03 16:59
Jeep is getting ready to end production of the Wrangler EcoDiesel, but before it does, Jeep is releasing a limited-edition Wrangler Rubicon FarOut thats powered by the diesel engine.
The… Read More
2022-10-03 15:18
Maserati released the first photos of the 2024 GranTurismo last month and now Maserati has released all of the details about the Modeno and Trofeo trims, in addition to the GranTurismo Folgo… Read More
2022-10-03 08:37
Effectively a raised sport sedan, the 2022 Jaguar F-Pace is an under-appreciated luxury SUV that excels for performance and style. The F-Pace is a compact luxury SUV that combines two of Jag… Read More
2022-10-01 17:30
After getting a refresh last year, the 2023 Subaru Forester carries over into the new model year without any big changes. Although there aren’t any significant updates, Subaru has incr… Read More
2022-09-30 09:36
Gas prices are still high, but if you aren’t quite ready to switch to a fully electric car, the good news is that there are a growing number of plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models to choose f… Read More
2022-09-29 21:59
When Toyota unveiled the 2023 Toyota Crown a few months ago, the Crown only debuted with hybrid powertrains. Now we have word that Toyota is working on a plug-in hybrid version.
At a rece… Read More
2022-09-29 17:29
Nissan has announced the updates and pricing for the 2023 Frontier, which was significantly updated last year. For the new model year, there aren’t a lot of changes.
The big news is… Read More
2022-09-29 14:50
Ram has unveiled the newest addition to the Ram Heavy Duty lineup, the 2023 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Revel, which has been revealed at the State Fair of Texas. The Rebel fits in between the Laram… Read More
2022-09-29 14:33
Lamborghini recently unveiled the updated 2023 Urus at Pebble Beach in August, with the debut of the 2023 Urus Performante. Now Lamborghini has revealed the second version of the Urus, the U… Read More
2022-09-29 09:00
Maserati is getting ready to launch its electrified future, which will see the brand transition to a fully electric lineup by 2030. Fortunately that’s still a few years away and so in… Read More
2022-09-29 00:07
A stylish anti-SUV in look and driving feel, the 2022 Toyota Venza hybrid crossover hits its highs in silent, smooth efficiency. The Venza is a compact hybrid crossover, with seats for five… Read More
2022-09-28 18:24
Bentley continues to grow its number of hybrid models and now we have the debut of the 2023 Bentayga S and Azure Hybrids.
The Bentayga S Hybrid is powered by a 3.0-liter V6 and a 100 kW e… Read More
2022-09-28 13:46
Polestar has released another teaser of the Polestar 3 electric SUV, which is going to debut on October 12. This new teaser, reveals the rear of the Polestar 3.
“We had to ask ourse… Read More
2022-09-28 09:52
Nissan has unveiled the 2023 Nissan Z GT4, which is a track-ready version of the new Z.
To create the Z GT4, Nissan says that it tuned the twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6 engine, gave it some cha… Read More
2022-09-28 08:33
The Audi RS3 is one of the most fun to drive small sedans you can get and for the 2022 model year we get an all-new one. The new RS3 is longer and wider than before, with more aggressive sty… Read More
2022-09-27 23:55
Ford has unveiled the 2023 Super Duty pickup trucks, which get a redesigned exterior, more tech features and either new or updated engines. The arrival of the updated Super Duty, means that… Read More
2022-09-27 23:16
The 2023 BMW XM is BMW’s first standalone M-branded vehicle, since the iconic M1 coupe. The XM was previewed by the Concept XM last year and now we have the production version, which l… Read More
2022-09-27 22:54
BMW has unveiled the updates to the 2023 BMW Z4, which gets some small tweaks, additional color options and some more standard features. If you were hoping that the 2023 Z4 would be offered… Read More
2022-09-27 20:22
The 2023 Kia Niro EV is almost here and now Kia has announced a new partnership with Electrify America for the new Niro. The 2023 Niro EV comes with 500 kWh of free EV charging at Electrify… Read More
2022-09-27 17:27
Infiniti has unveiled the updates to the 2023 QX50 SUV, with the biggest news being the addition of a new Sport trim level.
The QX50 Sport features a unique front fascia, 20-inch dark-pai… Read More
2022-09-27 17:11
Ram has unveiled its latest version of its Built to Serve lineup of Ram 1500 pickups. The latest version, called the 2023 Ram 1500 ‘Built to Serve’ Emergency Medical Service (EM… Read More
2022-09-27 14:04
The 2023 Nissan Ariya electric crossover is slated to arrive this fall and now Nissan has announced the pricing for its newest EV. The 2023 Ariya starts at $44,485, including destination… Read More
2022-09-26 20:14
For the 2022 model year, Chevy updated the Silverado 1500 and now the heavy-duty versions are getting a refresh for the 2024 model year. The mid-cycle refresh brings updated styling, an upgr… Read More
2022-09-26 17:03
Mitsubishi has announced the pricing for the 2023 Outlander PHEV, which starts at $41,190, including destination. The Outlander plug-in hybrid is slated to arrive in November.
The Outland… Read More
2022-09-26 14:59
The Lamborghini Aventador has completed its run, since Lamborghini has announced that the last Aventador has rolled off the production line. The last Aventador built is a Aventador LP 780-4… Read More
2022-09-23 17:37
Volkswagen is giving us its vision of cars from the future with the debut of its latest concept, the Gen. Travel. Its debuting at the Chantilly Arts & Elegance show near Paris.
In te… Read More
2022-09-22 18:09
The 2023 Mazda CX-50 nudges toward a more rugged future, but agility’s still a strong suit. The CX-50 is a compact crossover SUV that seats five passengers. Longer, wider, yet lower th… Read More
2022-09-22 09:12
The 2023 Toyota Sequoia is almost here, since Toyota has announced that it has started production of the new Sequoia. The 2023 Sequoia is built at the same San Antonio, Texas plant as the Tu… Read More
2022-09-21 23:26
Nissan has announced the pricing for the updated 2023 Altima, which starts at $26,835, including destination.
On the outside the 2023 Altima has been refreshed V-motion grille and redesig… Read More
2022-09-21 21:18
The Dodge Challenger and Charger models are soon about to disappear from Dodge’s lineup. But before they do, Dodge is introducing seven “Last Call” special edition models… Read More
2022-09-21 17:19
Mini is celebrating its 20th anniversary in the United States with the debut of the Mini 20 Years Edition models. The Mini 20 Years Edition is based on the 2023 Mini Cooper S 4-door and is a… Read More
2022-09-21 17:04
Volvo is currently prepping a new flagship electric SUV, called the EX90, which is going to debut on November 9. At some point the EX90 will replace the XC90 and it’s expected that it… Read More
2022-09-21 16:32
The days of the V8-powered Mercedes-AMG C 63 are gone, but in its place we have the 2024 Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E Performance. The newest C 63 is now powered by a turbocharged, plug-in hybrid f… Read More
2022-09-21 08:39
With the 2022 Corolla Cross, Toyota borrows from its bestsellers as it downsizes its latest crossover-SUV hardware. The Corolla Cross is the newest, smallest Toyota crossover to sport availa… Read More
2022-09-20 17:17
The 2023 BMW X7 has received a facelift and now we have our first look at the hotter 2023 Alpina XB7.
The XB7 adds a sportier look to the X7 with its Alpina body kit that includes side sk… Read More
2022-09-20 13:41
BMW has been focusing on building out its electric lineup with new models, like the iX and i4, but it also looks like some of its gas-powered models might disappear. A new report claims that… Read More
2022-09-19 20:23
The 2022 Volvo C40 Recharge puts lots of personality into a compact crossover body. The C40 pitches Volvo virtues in a compact electric crossover footprint. Rivals include the Ford Mach-e, H… Read More
2022-09-19 15:08
Kia has announced the updates to the 2023 Sorento PHEV, which for the new model year, is only available in one trim level SX-P.
The SX-P is the “range topping” trim and now co… Read More
2022-09-18 22:05
The Nissan Maxima is entering its final production year, since Nissan has announced that it will disappear from its lineup after 2023. Although it only has one year left, Nissan has given th… Read More
2022-09-16 08:23
The Honda HR-V competes in the increasingly competitive small SUV segment, but Honda is hoping that the revamped 2023 HR-V will continue to win over buyers. For starters it is a lot bigger t… Read More
2022-09-15 19:30
Lexus has announced the updates to the 2023 Lexus IS, with the biggest update being the addition of new Appearance Packages and a new Molten Pearl color.
The IS 500 F Sport gets a new App… Read More
2022-09-15 17:15
The Genesis GV60 is an all-electric, compact luxury SUV that is brand new for 2023. It competes against a growing field that for now includes the Tesla Model Y and Volvo XC40/C40, as well as… Read More
2022-09-15 16:23
A new Subaru Crosstrek is coming for the 2024 model year, but today Subaru unveiled the Japanese spec version of the updated Crosstrek. What we see here is updated styling and some tech upgr… Read More
2022-09-15 13:23
The seventh-generation 2024 Ford Mustang is slated to arrive next summer. And while the EcoBoost and GT models return without any really big changes under the hood, there’s one new ver… Read More
2022-09-15 00:41
The seventh generation Ford Mustang is here with the debut of the 2024 Mustang, which has been unveiled at the Detroit Auto Show.
It was rumored that the new Mustang would debut with hybr… Read More
2022-09-15 00:11
Maserati has been teasing the next-generation GranTurismo for a while by showing us several camouflaged models. Now Maserati has unveiled the 2023 GranTurismo coupe, which has an evolutionar… Read More
2022-09-14 21:27
Dodge has unveiled its next “Last Call” model, the 2023 Dodge Charger King Daytona. Dodge says that this special Charger draws inspiration from the 1960s and 1970s West Coast dra… Read More
2022-09-14 18:34
The Toyota Corolla hasn’t really sparked the interest of enthusiasts since the days of the AE86, but lately Toyota has been trying to improve the Corolla’s image, by adding more… Read More
2022-09-14 15:51
Chevy is upping the performance of the 2023 Tahoe with the introduction of the 2023 Tahoe RST Performance Edition. It’s powered by a 6.2-liter V8 that generates 433 horsepower and 467… Read More
2022-09-14 14:02
Up until today, Honda had only released a very small teaser of a camouflaged version of the 2023 Pilot SUV. Now Honda has released a new batch of photos, which gives us a clearer look at the… Read More
2022-09-14 13:43
Back in 1948, the world got its first look at the Land Rover Series 1, which debuted at the Amsterdam Motor Show. Now Land Rover has unveiled a special Defender 75th limited edition to mark… Read More
2022-09-14 13:30
Jeep has unveiled a new addition to the Wrangler lineup, the 2023 Jeep Wrangler Willys 4xe, at the 2022 Detroit Auto Show. The heritage-inspired Wrangler Willys 4xe is based on the plug-in h… Read More
2022-09-14 13:19
The 2022 Detroit Auto Show has officially kicked off and Jeep is using the show to debut a new version of the Grand Cherokee, called the 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe 30th Anniversary Edition… Read More
2022-09-13 22:15
The Chrysler 300 is nearing the end, but Chrysler has decided to revive the sportier 300C for the 2023 model year. The new 300C picks up where the last one left off.
The 2023 Chrysler 300… Read More
2022-09-13 18:05
It’s hard for any automaker to ignore the demand for SUVs and now that list now includes Ferrari, which has unveiled its first SUV, the Purosangue. It’s also the brand’s fi… Read More
2022-09-13 17:36
The Volkswagen Arteon is a great flagship sedan, but it sadly doesn’t really sell that well in the US. Now a new report claims that VW will discontinue the Arteon in 2024 in the US to… Read More
2022-09-13 13:23
The all-new 2023 Honda CR-V is slated to go on sale later this month and now Honda has announced the pricing. The 2023 CR-V starts at $32,355, including destination.
The 2023 CR-V will be… Read More
2022-09-12 16:13
The Nissan Pathfinder was completely revamped for the 2022 model year, so it carries over into 2023 without any big changes. Nissan has announced that its pricing starts at $36,295, includin… Read More
2022-09-12 14:43
The 2022 Toyota GR86 2+2 sports coupe returns for a second generation in partnership with Subaru and its flat-4 rear-wheel-drive twin, the BRZ. It’s an effortless car to drive on the t… Read More
2022-09-12 13:17
Lincoln has unveiled the updates to the 2023 Lincoln Corsair SUV, with the big news being that it’s available with Lincoln’s ActiveGlide hands-free driver assistance tech and get… Read More
2022-09-09 17:14
The Lexus RX crossover is easily the brand’s best selling vehicle, so the arrival of an all-new RX is a big deal. This fall Lexus is introducing the fifth generation 2023 RX, which is… Read More
2022-09-08 16:20
Jeep is getting ready to unleash an onslaught of new electric vehicles, which is part of the brand’s plan to have 50 percent of its vehicle sales in the US to be fully electric by 2030… Read More
2022-09-08 13:25
Earlier this year Chevy unveiled the future of its electrified lineup with the debut of the Silverado EV and Blazer EV models and now we have the brand’s third new electric vehicle. Ch… Read More
2022-09-08 08:55
The Mazda CX-3 is gone, but in its place, Mazda’s entry level crossover, the CX-30 is quite an upgrade over the CX-3. The subcompact crossover segment is packed with good models to cho… Read More
2022-09-08 00:26
Dodge is celebrating the end of the current Challenger and Charger models with seven special “Last Call” edition models. What you see here are the 2023 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat… Read More
2022-09-07 18:20
The 2022 Toyota Tundra is a major improvement over its predecessor and now it has a new accolade, since the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has announced that it has received its high… Read More
2022-09-07 17:52
We were all excited when Toyota decided to bring the Supra back, but many enthusiasts were disappointed that it was only offered with an automatic transmission. The good news is that Toyota… Read More
2022-09-07 13:33
The smartly conceived 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe makes the most sense in hybrid spec, but Calligraphy crossovers lure us with luxury trappings. The Santa Fe spans the mid-size crossover SUV range… Read More
2022-09-06 18:04
Bentley is adding a bit more sport into the Flying Spur lineup with the addition of the Flying Spur Speed. The big news is that the Speed version arrives with a W12 engine, a sportier chassi… Read More
2022-09-06 11:00
Yay it’s almost here! This fall the 2023 Toyota GR Corolla will finally arrive and now Toyota has released the pricing details. The 2023 GR Corolla starts at $36,995, including destina… Read More
2022-09-05 20:04
A tech infusion upgrades the 2022 Tiguan, while maintaining the compact crossover’s spacious cabin. The refreshed 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan fights in the most hotly contested automotive s… Read More
2022-09-02 14:07
Nissan has announced the pricing and updates to the 2023 Nissan Kicks crossover. The 2023 Kicks carries over largely unchanged into the new model year and is available in three trim levels:… Read More
2022-09-01 13:17
Volkswagen has unveiled a special version of the 2023 Golf R, called the Golf R 20th Anniversary Edition, that celebrates the Golf R32 that arrived in Europe in 2002.
“Twenty years… Read More
2022-09-01 13:02
Dodge has announced that it’s bringing back the Super Bee badge for the 2023 Charger, which is set to be discontinued after 2023. The 2023 Charger Super Bee is the second of seven Dodg… Read More
2022-09-01 12:44
The Volvo 90-Series comes in two distinct flavors. There’s the S90 sedan that compares to the BMW 5-Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class, plus the V90 Cross Country wagon that squares off… Read More
2022-09-01 01:00
When Honda finally unveiled the 2023 Civic Type R, it didn’t release any specs. Now Honda has announced that the new Civic Type R has 315 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque.
If… Read More
2022-08-31 21:39
Mazda has announced the updates to the 2023 CX-9 SUV with the big change being the deletion of the base Sport trim level. That now means that the higher Touring trim level is now the base tr… Read More
2022-08-31 12:53
Nissan has announced the pricing and updates to the 2023 Rogue with the biggest addition being the Midnight Edition package, which adds 18-inch gloss black painted alloy wheels, black exteri… Read More
2022-08-30 14:12
Genesis is getting ready to introduce its second electric vehicle, the Electrified G80, which is a fully electric version of the G80 sedan. Genesis has announced the pricing for the Electrif… Read More
2022-08-29 17:35
We’ve been wondering about the future of the Nissan Rogue Sport and now we have the update. Nissan has confirmed that production of the Rogue Sport will end in December.
In a letter… Read More
2022-08-29 08:11
The 2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata two-seat roadster looks and feels like no other car on the road. The Miata is a two-seat convertible meant for people who enjoy the connection between man and machi… Read More
2022-08-25 13:31
Dodge is getting ready to say goodbye to the current generation Challenger and Charger models with the release of seven special-edition “Last Call” models. The first is the 2023… Read More
2022-08-25 13:18
Toyota has announced that the 2023 Toyota GR Corolla will serve as the official pace car for the 2022 National Auto Sport Association (NASA) National Championships. The Championships t… Read More
2022-08-24 15:02
Genesis unveiled the X Speedium Coupe a few months ago, but it finally had its public debut at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Although we’ve already seen pictures of the e… Read More
2022-08-24 14:29
The 2022 Toyota Supra is powerful and agile with either of its turbocharged engines. The Supra is a two-seat sports coupe. It’s the more powerful of Toyota’s two sports cars. Riv… Read More
2022-08-23 15:31
Hyundai has announced the updates and pricing for the 2023 Santa Cruz compact pickup truck. The 2023 model year brings some small updates, while the base price rises $1,010 to $26,745, for t… Read More
2022-08-23 15:22
Nissan has announced that the 2023 Nissan Murano will not be getting any big changes for the new model year. The only big changes are the addition of the new Nissan logo and the availability… Read More
2022-08-23 15:13
The Ford Transit Connect is a small van that is available in cargo and passenger versions. The Transit Connect is perfect for buyers that need the versatility of a van, but not something big… Read More
2022-08-22 17:00
Lucid continues to amp up the performance of the Air electric sedan and now we have the latest version, the 2023 Air Sapphire. The Sapphire arrives with over 1,200 horsepower and a 0-60 mph… Read More
2022-08-22 13:08
Audi is getting ready to unveil a fourth Spere concept with the upcoming debut of the Activesphere. Audi has released a single teaser of the Activesphere concept that could either be a rugge… Read More
2022-08-19 13:46
Land Rover has unveiled a new exclusive of the 2023 Range Rover, called the Range Rover SV Carmel Edition at Monterey Car Week. The special Range Rover is ultra limited since only 17 units a… Read More
2022-08-19 12:56
The new 2022 Toyota Tundra takes a big leap forward with a hybrid powertrain, coil-spring rear suspension, and the latest tech. The Tundra is a full-size pickup truck with a new hybrid optio… Read More
2022-08-19 02:00
Acura has announced the name of its first electric SUV, which will revive the ZDX name. The Acura ZDX is slated to arrive in 2024 and will also launch with a ZDX Type S version.
Acura has… Read More
2022-08-19 00:00
A few months ago Lincoln unveiled the Star concept, which was a preview of its future electric SUVs. Now Lincoln is giving us another preview of what its future will look like with the debut… Read More
2022-08-18 15:09
Acura is giving the world a first glimpse today at its future design language with the debut of the Precision EV concept. It’s an electric SUV concept that also previews the brand&rsqu&hell…Read More
2022-08-18 03:36
Sadly the Dodge Charger and Challenger won’t be sticking around much longer, but although the brand is making a switch to electrification, there’s still plans for a muscle car in… Read More
2022-08-17 17:37
Kia has announced the pricing for the 2023 Sportage Plug-in hybrid, which starts at $39,785, including destination. The Sportage PHEV is available in two versions (X-Line and X-Line Prestige… Read More
2022-08-17 17:19
Porsche has unveiled the awesome 2023 911 GT3 RS, which is having its public debut this week at Monterey Car Week. It’s powered by a naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-6 engine that ge… Read More
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