Category: News
First Look: 2016 Mini Convertible
On the more affordable side of the boutique drop-top segment, the LA Auto Show saw the debut of the all-new 2016 Mini Convertible which brings open air goodness to the latest generation. As the first Mini convertib...
Under The Hood: 2016 Kia Optima 2.0 GDI Turbo
In the 2016 Kia Optima, the company's 2.0 liter turbocharged direct-injected four-cylinder engine is somewhat de-tuned from previous versions, this one offering up 245 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. This ...
Motoring Minute: 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Prices
While the announcement of pricing is rarely for me a news story, I have to admit the MSRP for the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is. Much much less expensive than I expected, GM has set pricing for the new all-powerfu...
Face Off: 2017 Mercedes-Benz E400 Wagon vs Volvo V90 Estate
This week both Mercedes-Benz and Volvo had the media roll-out of their big luxury wagons in Europe, the E400 Wagon and V90 Estate – both coming to the US very soon. What better way to show them to you than head to hea...
First Look: 2015 Volvo XC90 crossover SUV
Honest and upfront, we have been anxiously awaiting the reveal of the new 2015 Volvo XC90 crossover this year as the story of Volvo is about to take on a new chapter with this very important new product. And this w...
First Look: 2016 Ford Focus RS
Appearing at the LA Auto Show was the new high-performance 2016 Ford Focus RS all-wheel-drive hot hatch that made its official North American debut earlier this year at New York. It's ready for production and the show...
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV: 238 Mile Range!
Chevrolet is getting ready to launch the all-new Bolt electric car this fall, going on sale very soon. And leading up to this, they've announced full specs including its 238 mile range. Chevrolet's new dedicated e...
2017 Chevrolet & GMC Duramax: Inside Look
At the Texas State Fair today, GM has announced details on their next-generation 6.6 liter Duramax turbo-diesel V8 that will power both the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado HD and the GMC Sierra HD Pickups. The long awaite...
Under The Hood: 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid uses essentially the same powertrain you will find in the Toyota Camry Hybrid up front, comprised of a 2.5 liter Atkinson Cycle four-cylinder engine with 150 horsepower. It's mated to Toyota...
2016 Ford Police Interceptor Utility: Building It!
This week the cover was pulled off the new Ford 2016 Police Interceptor Utility at the Chicago Auto Show, giving rear view mirrors around America a new face to watch out for. Based on the new 2016 Ford Explorer, th...
