Last Hurrah for the Second-Generation GMC Canyon
The GMC Canyon and its Chevrolet Colorado counterpart are coming to an end. At least for the second-generation models. Introduced in 2015 after a two-year hiatus, the current models helped reinvigorate the midsize pickup truck segment. After an eight-year run…
Where Do You Stash Your Wallet?
If you work out in a gym, hang out in a sauna, or otherwise spend time indoors where you will need to change your clothes, then finding a place to stash your wallet, keys, and cell phone can be a…
History of the Ford Maverick
The Ford Maverick is a compact pickup truck launched by the Ford Motor Company for the 2022 model year. But the nameplate was originally affixed to a compact car that was built from 1970 to 1977. Ford resurrected the name…
Best Classic Car Shipping Companies
A classic car, for those of us lucky enough to have one, tends to be one of our most prized possessions. As powerful as a classic Chevrolet might be, the thought of having that beautiful coat of paint scratched during…
By the Numbers: 2022 Chevrolet Suburban
When the Chevrolet Suburban debuted for the 1935 model year, it is doubtful that anyone thought this model would last for generations. At that time, the “Suburban” name was utilized by multiple manufacturers, describing a wagon-like utility vehicle. Indeed, GMC…
GMC Sierra 1500: Favorite Things
The GMC Sierra 1500 is a full-size truck, with the latest version introduced in 2019. Refreshed for 2022, this model is offered in three cab choices, with four engine options, rear- or four-wheel drive, and a host of package upgrades….
How to Prepare Your Car for Winter
Winter is here and with it is the coldest weather of the year. Chillier temperatures and shorter days bring with it specific driving challenges, therefore you should winterize your car if you have not done so yet. Besides winterizing your…
When is the Best Time to Trade in a Car?
You just finished paying off your car loan and are finding yourself studying advertisements for new cars. Your current vehicle is four years old, has 70,000 miles on the odometer, and will eventually hit a significant maintenance milestone — and…
Most U.S. Drivers Park Incorrectly
You may pride yourself on your driving skills, but the truth is you may not be following every rule or best practice correctly. In particular, when it comes to parking, backing into a parking space is the best practice recommended…
Raptor, the Ford Truck Performance Brand
Ford’s Raptor brand is taking shape. Initially ascribed to the F-150 pickup truck, Raptor is set to move to two other truck-based models: the Bronco and Ranger. Both are midsize models with a strong or growing following, making each one…
America’s Medium-Size Pickup Trucks by Sales
The 2021 sales numbers for medium-sized pickup trucks are in and there is little we found surprising. Yet, we can now say that the Toyota Tacoma is so dominant that it nearly matches the sales totals of the next three…
Dodge Challenger Overtakes Ford Mustang for Pony Car Laurels
Not since the Ford Mustang emerged in 1965 has it lost the top position for the segment it best represents: pony cars. But that 56-year streak came to an end in 2021 when the Dodge Challenger lived up to its…
Chevrolet Prepares to Welcome Three New EVs
GM’s Chevrolet brand was an early proponent of electrified vehicles, introducing the Volt PHEV in 2011, followed by the Bolt EV in 2017. Few other manufacturers outside of Tesla and Nissan have shown such an initial interest in the emerging…
By the Numbers: 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee
The Jeep Grand Cherokee is a midsize, sport utility vehicle, one of the most popular models in its segment. Now in its thirtieth year and fifth-generation, the Grand Cherokee solidifies its position with an extended-wheelbase variant. With this in mind,…
What We Love About the Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing
The Blackwings have arrived. And more than one model too. For 2022, the Cadillac CT-4 Blackwing and the Cadillac CT-5 Blackwing debut, representing the highest expression of Cadillac performance anywhere. The CT-4 is a compact model, the CT-5 is midsize….
Why Are Cars So Pricey?
Cars and why they cost so much. Have you seen the prices of new cars lately? They’re downright expensive and that fact means fewer Americans can afford them. The average transaction price for vehicles sold reached $46,329 in November 2021,…
How to Refinance Your Auto Loan
Is it possible to refinance an auto loan? Unequivocally, that answer is “yes.” We may believe that only houses are refinanced, but that isn’t true. Indeed, just as you can save a bundle by refinancing your home, there are savings…
How to Avoid Overpaying on a Used Car
Used car costs and how to save money on your purchase. Prices for new cars are up by more than 30 percent over the past year, according to separate reports from iSeeCars.com and Consumer Reports. The increase is staggering, brought…
9 Ways to Get You and Your Car Ready for Winter
Winter’s worst may pack a mean wallop, therefore it is important to ensure your car is ready for what comes your way. Ideally, you’ll have your maintenance tasks handled before the big chill settles in. But if you don’t, it…
Will the Dodge Challenger Gain a Straight Six?
We’ve been following the developments of the Dodge brand with added interest ever since Stellantis was formed earlier this year. The automaker, representing the merger of Fiat Chrysler with Peugeot Citroen, is a 14-brand powerhouse headquartered in the Netherlands. Despite…
