[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] 2021 Toyota Avalon Hybrid Cars.com photo by Aaron Bragman When you think of big, comfortable, old-school cars — we’re not talkin’ vehicles here, we mean cars — maybe you fondly think of James Caan’s sweet Caddy in “Thief,” or Ice Cube’s hydraulic-equipped Chevy Impala from the “It Was a Good Day” video ……
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] With the advent of EVs in the last couple of years, all people talk about is the range, battery capacity, or the number of motors equipped on its axle. So, let’s catch a break and remember a lovely BMW model from the past – the 1974 2002 Turbo. This model is fondly remembered…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Porsche is really licking its fingers with the 911 and we are glad they do since this means there’s going to be a version for everyone, just as it has always been. This YouTube video, courtesy of Automotive Mike, shows us how the new classic-inspired 911 is blasting around the Nurburgring. We already…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Hot hatchbacks are arguably the most popular performance cars, because of their balance between sport and practicality. One of Europe’s most notable representatives of the segment is the Renault Megane RS. The version has enjoyed a substantial fan base, for three generations now, and being co-developed with Renault Williams means it can take…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Does this sound familiar? The Standard Catalog of American Cars notes that “GM officials seriously considered combining or doing away with either Olds, Buick or Pontiac.” Yes, we know that Oldsmobile and Pontiac both were eliminated from the General Motors lineup — Olds in 2004 and Pontiac in 2010, but the reference above…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] We take our long-term Volvo XC40 Recharge for a road trip to see if the benefits of plug-in hybrid tech stack up over longer distances. Pros and Cons Pros Still decent fuel economy Comfortable and thoughtful interior Sits nicely on the road Cons Infotainment looks good but can be fiddly to use A…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Ford’s powerful bi-turbo engine option is available for the first time in Ranger XL variants. The 2021 Ford Ranger line-up has been expanded with the introduction of a new 4×2 XL Sport dual cab variant (shown above). Meanwhile, the existing Ranger 4×4 XL Heavy Duty Special Edition has received significant upgrades, adaptive cruise…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The first cold snap of the year across Australia’s eastern states has sparked an increase in roadside assistance for flat batteries. Here’s why. Car batteries across Australia are conking out as the weather turns cold, with figures obtained by CarAdvice revealing a sharp spike in roadside assistance calls for jump starts in…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Volvo’s parent company Geely unveiled the new Xingyue L large SUV flagship overnight at the 2021 Shanghai motor show. The 2021 Geely Xingyue L has been revealed at the 2021 Shanghai motor show. The five-seat large SUV is built upon Geely’s (and subsidiary Volvo’s) shared Compact Modular Architecture, which also underpins the Volvo…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Tesla says it has technology to detect if a driver is behind the wheel, but testing has shown it’s not failsafe – or as advanced as driver-monitoring cameras on certain Subaru, Ford and General Motors cars. Tesla boss Elon Musk has broken his silence over a deadly Tesla crash in Texas – in…