On and off-road cars, trucks, motorcycles, and ATVs
THE PIRELLI SCORPION WINTER TIRE: A TEST WINNER AND CAR MANUFACTURERS’ FAVORITE Pirelli’s Scorpion Winter tire has won the latest comparative test held by German off-road magazine Auto Bild Allrad, where it was acclaimed as the ‘best performer’ in the wet handling, dry braking and rolling resistance categories. It was also ‘highly commended’ for its […]
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 […]
The AutoJudge Awards sponsored by the Texas Automotive Media Association (TAMA), named the 2019 Santa Fe SUV of the Year during the SEMA trade show. Celebrating their 13th year as the first automotive awards of the auto show season, an expert and well-respected panel of automotive journalists select the best sedans, SUVs, and Pickup Trucks after […]
Hyundai Motor and Kia Motors have announced plans to introduce solar charging technology on selected Hyundai Motor Group vehicles. Electricity-generating solar panels will be incorporated into the roof or the hood of vehicles, and will support internal combustion, hybrid and battery electric vehicles with additional electrical power, increasing fuel efficiency and range. The solar charging […]
The 2019 Honda Accord lineup begins arriving at dealer showrooms across the country on Thursday, Nov. 1 with a starting Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $23,7201 (excluding $895 destination and handing). Labeled as “America’s Best Sedan” by Car & Driver magazine in 2018, the 10th generation Accord delivers exceptional performance and refinement by way of three powerful-yet-efficient […]
Volvo Cars takes sustainability as seriously as safety. This is the message of a new public information campaign by Volvo Car USA that will run through the beginning of November. It will be available in both print and digital formats in America’s leading news media. “It has never been about ratings or stars, and it’s […]
