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Audi Q4 e-tron named 2022 Green Car of the Year 11.05.2021
The Audi Q4 e-tron was named the 2022 Green Car of the Year by the Green Car Journal, with awards in similar categories being given to Lucid, Tesla, Chevrolet, and others. The Q4 e-tron was selected by the group due to Audi’s “significant commitment to electrification with a growing number of plug-in hybrid and fully electric models.” The all new Q4… Read More
Pricing Revealed for 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Lineup 11.04.2021
The Jeep Grand Cherokee has received starting prices for the 2022 model year, including 7 unique trims beginning at $37,390 and topping off at $66,660. The Grand Cherokee’s lowest trim package, the Laredo, is available as a rear wheel drive for $37,390 or as a full 4x4 for an additional $2,000. For consumers with a “no replacement for displacement”… Read More
Volkswagen Unveils new ID.5 and ID.5 GTX EV’s; teases ID Bus 11.03.2021
In a virtual unveiling, Volkswagen showed off the newest additions to their ID line of vehicles: the ID.5 and ID.5 GTX. Amidst the unveiling, a rainbow camo-adorned ID Bus was also teased. The VW ID.5 is an SUV-coupe with an all-electric powertrain. Both the ID.5 and GTX models include a healthy dose of 21st century tech, such as a digital instrument… Read More
Next Gen Mini Spotted Alongside Brand’s Future Strategy 11.03.2021
We’ve gotten our first look at the next generation MINI, albeit concealed by a camouflage wrap. This reveal coincides with the brand’s unveiling of their future strategy, which focuses on key points such as sustainability, innovation, and individualism. According to MINI, a new generation of all-electric models is slated for as early as 2023, with two… Read More
SEMA Specialities: From Overlanding to Old School Overload 11.03.2021
With overlanding becoming more of a trend every day, automakers are using SEMA as a way to show how their platforms can be used to such effect-- but the Chevrolet “Beast” concept asks: why simply crawl overland when you can run? The Chevy Beast is a four-passenger truck based upon a modified Silverado chassis, designed to tackle difficult terrain with an… Read More
Honda Civic Si pricing set: Fun Affordability 11.02.2021
The Honda Civic Si has always been known as a trim level geared toward fun in a functional, affordable package. The 2022 refresh doesn’t stray far from the winning formula Honda has banked on for years, with the new Si coming in at $27,300 MSRP. The sub-$30,000 bracket is a great place for an entry-level car like the Civic Si to be. Even once the 2022 Civic… Read More
Ford Concepts Take SEMA Spotlight 11.02.2021
The 2021 SEMA show gives manufacturers a chance to highlight new vehicles in their lineups with custom builds across the spectrum. This year, Ford has used the opportunity to share more than 40 unique projects created alongside industry partners, utilizing platforms such as the 2022 Maverick pickup and Mach-E SUV. The Tucci Maverick was made in… Read More
Toyota Announces Details of New bZ-Series EV Lineup 11.01.2021
The 5-passenger bZ4X midsize SUV is the first model to be released under Toyota's new "beyond Zero" brand umbrella of battery electric vehicles. Underpinning the bZ4X is a new BEV-dedicated platform jointly developed with Subaru, incorporating the unique requirements of BEVs with a low center of gravity and greater rigidity, optimized for the off-road … Read More
New Mercedes-AMG SL Revealed 10.29.2021
The new Mercedes-AMG SL returns to its roots with a classic soft top and sporty character. At the same time, the luxurious roadster as a 2+2 seater is particularly suitable for everyday use and puts its power down on the road with all-wheel drive for the first time. High-tech components such as AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL suspension, rear-axle steering, and… Read More
Kia Reveals All-New 5th Generation 2023 Sportage Subcompact SUV 10.28.2021
Kia's longest-running nameplate has been reinvented for 2023, bringing high style and class-leading utility to the subcompact SUV class. Exuding the brand’s new “Opposites United” design philosophy, the new Sportage is taller and wider by a half inch, and 7.1 inches longer than the previous generation with a 3.4-inch longer wheelbase, allowing best-in-class… Read More