Automotive News

Maserati’s Production Shutdown: What We know

Auto sales on American soil and all over the world can be quite unpredictable. Sometimes the history of auto sales and trends can predict what will happen in the future. Historically speaking, when an automaker releases a new SUV to the market, the entire brand experiences an upswing in sales. Unfortunately, this seems to be the opposite with Maserati as of late. This Italian automaker extendedits

Porsche's Electric Vehicle Plans

According to CEO Oliver Blume, as many as half of the cars bearing the Porsche name will be electric by the year 2023. Its first release is slated to happen in 2019 with the Mission E. Next, an electric crossover coupe, and then a new generation Macan crossover by 2022. The Macan is expected to be the measuring stick for Porsche’s entry into the electric vehicle market. Currently, the gasoli

Honda Goes Extra Mile to Close Out Airbag Recalls

Recalls are something no auto manufacturer wants to deal with. They can face bad press, finger pointing, or even be accused of endangering lives. However, Honda found an effective way to take the proverbial bull by the horns to deal with the latest recall. It took this company a while to fully appreciate the scope of the problem with the compromised Takata airbag inflators. Although once they did,

Motor Matters | Buying a Car? Bottom Line, Check Your Bottom

A friend is deciding whether she will buy a new car or pour money into her older model. She's very unhappy with her current front driver seat and that, along with her current car's $1,700 repair estimate, is compelling her to shop for a new car. "The seat back does not support my back -- the bottom cushion padding is inadequate to give proper support. I get searing pain, especially in my left hip

Motor Matters | The Brilliant Clarity of Honda's Plug-in Hybrid

I had a chance to get behind the wheel of Honda's new Clarity plug-in hybrid. It seats five comfortably, has steering wheel paddle shifters and a leather-wrapped wheel; head-turning good looks. The fuel economy impressed me as I clocked an excellent 51.6 average mpg, nearly 10 miles more per gallon than the official EPA 42 mpg rating. It was during a week-long road trip in Southern California that

Motor Matters | Car Tech Gets Disruptive to Give Humans Better Days

Automakers are building smart mobility services, offering new safety technology and working on better ways to interact with drivers. At the 2018 Consumer Electronic Show, Ford's CEO Jim Hackett told how the automaker is being reengineered to help lead the shift to mobility through the design of smart vehicles for a smart world to help people move more safely, confidentially, and freely. "We're her

Motor Matters | Zion Trailer: For Rugged RVers, Herders, Ranchers

"Honey if you loved me, you would buy me one of those for elk hunting," my fiance whispered to me when he spotted a Western Range Camps' Zion trailer at an outdoor and sports expo. I'm a huge fan of this type of go-anywhere trailer. For many, the appeal of this 21-foot rig is its simple design. The rustic style recalls a time of traditional sheep wagons first used in the 1870s by herders when they

Motor Matters | The 2018 Car of the Year: Honda Accord

The 2018 Honda Accord has been proclaimed the North American "Car of the Year," beating out tough competition with fellow nominees, the all-new Toyota Camry and Kia Stinger. A panel of more than 60 jurors from print, online, and broadcast media chooses the award, and Deloitte LLP tallies votes. Now Honda is banking its 2018 Honda Accord will revitalize the midsize sedan segment -- despite the ever

Motor Matters | The 2018 Jeep Wrangler: Time for Open-Air Adventures

"It's a Jeep thing," those fun-loving Jeep folk say. While others might not understand, Jeep owners love the attitude that comes with owning these sport utility vehicles: It's not just a vehicle, it's an entire culture. Boasting more than 75 years of legendary heritage, Jeep's all-new Wrangler builds on its iconic history with a superlative combination of off-road capability, authentic Jeep design

The Most Reliable Car Brands of 2018

In January of 2018, U.S. News & World Report released their annual list of the most reliable car brands. So when you go car shopping this summer, there are many factorsyou shouldconsider when making your vehicle purchase. Every car buyer has a personal preference as to which factors take priority over others. For some, getting the best price is important. For others, it could be gas mileage, t