On and off-road cars, trucks, motorcycles, and ATVs
Following on the acclaimed expansion and elevation of the 2019 CRF Performance line, Honda today revealed the 2019 edition of its popular CRF Trail family, which boasts two dramatically updated models and one completely new machine. All three new CRF Trail models—the CRF250F, CRF125F (including CRF125F Big Wheel) and CRF110F—benefit from the adoption of Keihin […]
In conjunction with the EICMA motorcycle trade show, Honda announced today that the “Total Control” philosophy that has long been applied to its supersport products has been extended to the 2019 650cc sport and naked models, which have been renamed the CBR650R and CB650R, respectively (the “R” suffix more befitting these machines’ sportier performance than […]
Along with a number of other new-model powersports unveilings, Honda announced today that its popular Ruckus and Metropolitan scooters will return for the 2019 model year. These are the industry’s two best-selling scooter models, the Ruckus’s quirky and robust style having inspired its own dedicated culture and scene, while the Metropolitan appeals with its modern, […]
Honda announced today that its adventure line welcomes significant improvements to the CB500X for the 2019 model year. The midsized, parallel-twin-cylinder machine remains one of the most maneuverable, rider-friendly, easy-to-own motorcycles on the road, and now performance updates encourage a greater sense of adventure. With a 19″ front wheel, more aggressive tire treads, increased front […]
Since committing to an all-electric future, General Motors is developing revolutionary, flexible electrification technologies that will enable our team to dream beyond the traditional vehicle and give our customers the freedom of movement that they seek. Today our team brought one of those dreams to life when we revealed two innovative, integrated and connected […]
BMW introduced the first-ever BMW 8 Series Convertible, which joins the new BMW 8 Series Coupe in blending ultra-sporting driving dynamics with an emotional and elegant design. The soft-top, four-seat BMW M850i xDrive Convertible combines immense power and torque delivery from its updated 4.4L 8-cylinder turbocharged engine with tenacious grip and peerless poise from the […]
Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced that the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) identified seven Volkswagen models on its 2018 list of recommended used vehicles for teenage drivers. The list was compiled by IIHS to help guide families to vehicles that they believe meet important safety criteria, and have reasonable price tags. The recommended used […]
The 2019 Civic Type R and Civic Hatchback return with upgraded interior features, standard Honda Sensing® on Civic Hatchback, and Sonic Gray Pearl available on Civic Type R for the first time in the U.S. The changes build on the edgy styling, fun-to-drive nature, versatility and premium features that made Civic Hatchback and Civic Type […]
Engineered for the toughest jobs, Yokohama Tire’s Y69K™L-5S tire for loaders, underground vehicles and dozers, now comes in a new size – 35/65-33 – with a CP-S (special cut resistance) compound and steel breaker construction. “The steel breaker construction adds special rubber-coated layers of steel cord between the casing and tread, making this Y69K an […]
Polestar has undertaken the first of a series of crash tests as part of the development of the Polestar 1. This represents the first time the Volvo Car Group has assessed the strength of a carbon fibre reinforced polymer body in a real crash situation. “We were really excited about this crash test. The first […]
