Tag: 2016
First Look: 2016 Volvo XC90 Excellence
This week at Auto Shanghai Volvo will unveil an ultra high-lux version of their all-new XC90 luxury SUV, the Excellence. It clearly plays to the elite in China who are chauffeur driven and who’s expectation of luxu...
Under The Hood: 2016-2021 Toyota Tacoma 3.5 V6
The 2016-2021 Toyota Tacoma got its own version of the corporate 3.5 liter V6, replacing the old 4.0 liter unit which has been a staple of this truck for some time. While it shares its size with cars like the Toyo...
First Look: 2016 BMW 340i
For 2016, the ever iconic BMW 3-Series gets its mid-cycle magic wand of new features, styling updates, and a couple a new 340i model designation. Right up front the 3-Seres gets a revised front fascia and other sma...
Motoring Minute: 2016 Audi TT & TTS debut
The Audi booth at the LA Auto Show promises to be an exciting place this year with updated models, an important new design concept, and an all-new TT. The four rings bring their third generation 2016 Audi TT Roadst...
The Round Up: 2016 Electric Cars
If you're shopping for an Electric Car today, you will find more choices than ever. And better still, you have a wide range of pricing and performance to choose from. 2016 BMW i3 The BMW i3 electric occupies a m...
Future Product: Infiniti QX30 Concept
Very close to production intent is the Infiniti QX30 Concept compact crossover which made its official debut at the Geneva Motor Show earlier this month. The next entry to come in the luxury compact crossover class...
Crash Tests: 2016 IIHS Top Safety Pick + winners
When it comes to safety ratings I always consider the IIHS the go-to source for testing. This is because unlike the Federal Government testing, the IIHS progressively raises the goal post on automakers almost every ye...
First Drive: 2016 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ Z71
Among the new for 2016 stuff is the big up front you see here. The Chevrolet Silverado gets new grille designs across the board as well as a reshaped bumper fascia with new trims. Our LTZ Z71 here has a body color gri...
Under The Hood: 2016 Fiat 500C Abarth
Though there is a lot going on under the hood of the Fiat 500 Abarth, it's not always easy to see because it's one of the most tightly packed engine bays you will find. But what's here is a 1.4 liter turbocharged four...
Reality Check: The sub-compact crossovers are coming!
Our reality check this week takes a look at the big takeaway from the Los Angeles Auto Show this year, the biggest trend afoot is the onslaught of sub-compact crossovers. At the forefront this year for me is that t...
