Ford Fusion: Chronicling the Changes
Ford has seen much success in the midsize sedan arena, starting with the Taurus in the mid-1980s to the Fusion beginning in the mid-2000s. The Fusion spawned other models, including the Mercury Milan and the Lincoln MKZ. All three are…
Chevrolet Traverse: Chronicling the Changes
Revised: September 22, 2023 The Chevrolet Traverse is a midsize, three-row crossover utility vehicle with room for seven or eight. Launched in 2009, the Traverse arrived late to the market that had already transitioned to crossovers. The delay, though, is…
The Best Cars for the Beach
Surf’s up! And with that pronouncement comes many trips to the ocean, gulf or lake all summer long. Small numbers of beaches around the country still allow people to drive right along the shoreline, typically in a 4×4 or some…
All-Wheel Drive v. Four-Wheel Drive: What Are the Differences?
Shop for a vehicle, especially an SUV, and you may find all-wheel drive (AWD) and four-wheel drive (4WD) listed as available choices. In both cases, power goes to all four wheels when these systems are operating. While these two systems…
Flood Cars and How to Avoid Them
When a hurricane impacts America, the damage is sometimes extensive. Lives are turned upside, property damage assessed, and a long rebuilding process begins. Flood cars are one part of the equation, vehicles are damaged beyond repair. Even so, tens of…
History of the Ford Flex
One part crossover and another part station wagon, the Ford Flex was an unusual vehicle for its time. Introduced in 2009 and continuing through 2019, the Flex underwent modest changes during its 11-year model run. The Flex shared its underpinnings…
Nissan Z Deep Dive!
All about the Nissan Z, its history, and the current model. History | Review (Highlights) | Specifications | Key Attributes Scan the entirety of the Nissan performance universe and several models stand out. Skyline. GT-R. Fairlady. Z Series. Some models…
Kia Sorento: Chronicling the Changes
Revised: September 22, 2023 The Kia Sorento is a midsize, three-row crossover utility vehicle with space for seven. Launched in 2003 as a traditional body-on-frame SUV model, the Sorento eventually transitioned to a crossover. In 2020, the slightly larger Kia…
Ford Explorer: Chronicling the Changes
Revised: September 22, 2023 Among utility vehicles, the Ford Explorer is one of the oldest continuing models available. Launched in 1991, this midsize model has undergone numerous changes, including transitioning from a truck-based platform to its current unibody construction. In…
Explaining Salvage Title & Total Loss
Smash! You never saw it coming — a driver runs a red light, and slams into the side of your vehicle, leaving behind a trail of twisted metal, broken glass, and thousands of dollars in damage. Airbags saved the day…
Who Has Access to Our Connected Car Data (and How Is It Used?)
Data and your car. Today’s cars are complex machines comprised of tens of thousand of interconnected parts. Among those parts are microprocessors, broadband chips, and sensors, designed to collect valuable information about the way a connected car operates, driver behavior,…
How to Win at Car Auction
Car dealers understand that turning over inventory quickly is the key to profitability. Adding cars to your inventory and finding satisfied customers to purchase them means you are doing your job. However, when inventories run low, your sales will suffer,…
Toyota Highlander: Chronicling the Changes
Revised: October 16, 2023 The Toyota Highlander is a midsize, three-row crossover utility vehicle with room for seven or eight. Launched in 2001 as a five-passenger SUV model, the Highlander eventually transitioned to the people mover it is today. It…
All-New 2023 Chevrolet Colorado Features Bold Design & Overhauled Powertrain Strategy
Pickup trucks remain an important segment for manufacturers, a strong and profitable growth sector not to be ignored. Consumers want them, typically prizing these vehicles for their style, performance, comfort, and trailering capabilities. GM is no stranger to the market,…
Chevrolet Equinox: Chronicling the Changes
Revised: October 16, 2023 The Chevrolet Equinox is a compact, two-row crossover utility vehicle with room for five. Introduced in 2005, the Equinox was the first crossover SUV sold by Chevrolet. Shoppers of older models will find diesel and V6…
What is the Toyota Mirai?
The Toyota Mirai is an electric vehicle that doesn’t store electricity in a battery pack. Instead, it houses it in the chemical form of gaseous hydrogen. This works by combining hydrogen with oxygen from the air to create electricity using…
Jeep Renegade: Chronicling the Changes
Revised: December 5, 2023 The Jeep brand has grown remarkably in the 21st century through its expanded global presence and widening product line. Among the models offered is the Jeep Renegade, the smallest vehicle this off-road line has. Built in…
Mazda CX-5: Chronicling the Changes
Revised: October 16, 2023 The Mazda CX-5 is a compact, two-row crossover utility vehicle with room for five. Launched in 2013, the CX-5 replaced the previous Mazda Tribute. In 2020, a premium Mazda CX-50 debuted; both models are sold today….
Nissan Kicks: Chronicling the Changes
Revised: October 16, 2023 Shoppers looking for an affordable entry-level model might consider the burgeoning small or subcompact crossover utility vehicle range. The Nissan Kicks, for example, is one such model, a tiny CUV with room for up to five….
Observations From a Lowly Lube Tech
Smooth paint to rusted Engine bay dusty and cracked Days, months, years of neglect Torn seats, chipped leather, tires deflated Flat, bald, nail in the middle Empty tank, dry dipstick Not sure of the make or model Cup holder sticky,…
