Category: Compacts
First Look: 2017 Kia Soul ! Turbo
The 2017 Kia Soul made its official debut at the LA Auto Show, getting a new high output turbocharged engine under its hood for the top of the line Exclaim. Just hitting its stride, the second generation Kia Soul g...
Under The Hood: 2023 Honda Civic Type R
Under the vented aluminum hood of the 2023 Honda Civic Type R is a more powerful version of Honda's legendary K20C1 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine. Horsepower is up to 315 at 6,500 rpm and torque is 3...
First Drive: 2015 Volkswagen Golf R
A vehicle that enthusiasts clamored for and now have is the 2015 and now 2016 Volkswagen Golf R, the most powerful version sold in North America. With 292 horsepower and 4Motion all-wheel drive, it's got the goods to ...
Air Filter Replacement: 2022-2023 Honda Civic 1.5T
Before you begin, be sure your car is parked safely and is turned off. Always be mindful of hot components like radiator hoses, caps and other components nearby. The air filter for the 1.5-liter 2022 Honda Civi...
Under The Hood: 2016 Volkswagen Beetle 2.0T
Because the the 2016 Beetle R-Line is still based on the older A5 architecture, it was not updated with the latest generation of the 2.0 liter EA888 engine. This means that it's one generation back of what most VW and...
What’s New: 2017 Kia Forte & Forte5
Making their debut at the Detroit Auto Show, the 2017 Forte sedan and Forte5 Hatch both received a mid-cycle freshening to keep them competitive, with some new styling enhancements, some new powertrain choices, and ne...
SEMA Show 2014: Scion Tuner Challenge & Concept Cars
Scion showed off their best for the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas last week. Six builders put their own interpretations into the Scion tC, FR-S and xB with custom upgrades, individual...
First Look: 2016 Infiniti Q30
After many concepts, the production version of the new Infiniti Q30 active compact was revealed at the Frankfurt Motor Show last week. Infiniti's first entry into the fast-growing premium compact segment, the new Q...
First Look: 2016 Acura ILX & ILX A-SPEC
At the Los Angeles International Auto Show, Honda's upscale brand Acura showed they intend to get competitive again, revealing a significantly updated 2016 Acura ILX sedan. Three years after its debut, Acura adds more...
First Look: 2019 Honda Insight
Making its official debut at the Detroit Auto Show, the Honda Insight hybrid makes its return to the stage redesigned and repositioned for better performance on the highway as well as the showroom. The first Honda ...
