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For One Day Only, Kentucky Will Be “KenTRUCKy” 9.26.2022
Ford is partnering with the state of Kentucky to promote the new Super Duty in a unique way. The state will embrace a new nickname “KenTRUCKy” for a September 27th debut of the new truck, coming to a climax during the live reveal of the new pickups at Churchill Downs Racetrack at 7:15 PM. The reveal will be livestreamed on Ford’s official YouTube… Read More
National Drive Electric Week 2022; What It Is and How to Get Involved 9.26.2022
2023 Nissan LEAF Automotive holidays are a thing, from big yearly sales events to various observances in car-related history. This week marks the 12th-annual National Drive Electric Week, a celebration looking to educate the public on electric propulsion. National Drive Electric Week (NDEW) is a nationwide celebration about raising awareness and educating… Read More
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2023 Nissan Altima Sees Slight Price Increase; Still Starts in Mid-20’s 9.23.2022
The Nissan Altima is getting a slight price increase for the 2023 model year, starting at $26,385 after the $1,095 destination charge. This is for the Altima S equipped with the front-wheel drive layout; a similarly equipped 2022 model started at $25,525 with destination. The S is one of two trims only available in front-wheel drive, joined only by the SR… Read More
Electrify America’s “Normal Now” Campaign Wants to Teach EV Awareness 9.22.2022
Electrify America, best known for their electric vehicle (EV) chargers, is teaching the public about zero-emission vehicles through their “Now Normal” campaign. The initiative is sponsoring 30 “Ride and Drive” events across 22 states between September 23rd and October 2nd. These events coincide with the 11th annual National Drive Electric Week, a nationwide… Read More
Dodge Challenger Black Ghost; Sixth Last Call Model Announced 9.22.2022
Continuing its streak of reveals, Dodge is showcasing the Challenger “Black Ghost,” the sixth out of seventh “Last Call” models to be introduced for the Challenger’s (and Charger’s) twilight year. The 2023 Challenger Black Ghost pays homage to a similarly named model of Woodward Avenue legend. Owned by Godfrey Qualls, the original Black Ghost was a 1970… Read More
MINI USA Releases 20th Anniversary Special Edition Cooper 9.21.2022
MINI USA is launching a special edition 2023 MINI Cooper S Hardtop 4 Door celebrating 20 years of the brand’s involvement in the United States. The 20th Anniversary model is expected to arrive at dealers later this month, retailing for $37,165 after destination. As expected, this unique trim is served up with many of the Cooper’s bells and whistles, as well… Read More
The Mustang Dark Horse Projects 500 Horsepower and Lots of Thrills 9.20.2022
During last week's unveiling of the 2024 Ford Mustang, four ponies glistened underneath the spotlights of Hart Plaza. The typical Ecoboost, GT and GT Convertible were joined by a fourth silhouette: the Mustang Dark Horse. The Dark Horse is the first new performance series ‘Stang in 21 years, going back to the 2001 introduction of the Mustang Bullitt. This… Read More
2023 Nissan Maxima Starts Under $40K 9.19.2022
Nissan has released pricing details for the 2023 Maxima midsize sedan, starting at $39,235. That cover charge is for the entry-level Maxima SV, one of three trims available, and includes Nissan’s $1,095 destination and handling charge. Above the SV is the SR, starting at $44,395, and the top-trim Platinum, starting at $45,345. Standard across all three… Read More
Kia Announces 2023 Sorento PHEV; Streamlined Trim, More Features 9.19.2022
The 2023 Kia Sorento PHEV is returning for its second year, now streamlined into one well-appointed trim. The Sorento PHEV will only be offered in the SX-P trim, $49,890 before destination-- a $1,800 MSRP increase over last year’s SX-P. With the entry-level SX trim now gone, the 2023 Sorento PHEV will start at $51,185 once you include Kia’s destination… Read More
Dodge Unveils King Daytona; Fifth “Last Call” Model 9.16.2022
Dodge has been on a roll announcing their 2023 “Last Call” Charger and Challenger models over the last several weeks, and they’re keeping the dream alive with another installment: the King Daytona. Its full name is the 2023 Dodge Charger King Daytona, and it can trace its royal lineage all the way back to the 60’s and 70’s West Coast drag-racing scene. It… Read More