[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Manufacturer image When we reviewed the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, we didn’t find a whole lot to like, but it’s earning more points thanks to high safety ratings. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety announced today that the 2019 Eclipse Cross is a Top Safety Pick, the agency’s second-highest crashworthiness…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] You would think that a car as iconic as the Dodge Challenger would be immune to the whimsical minds of those who render “what-if” vehicles for a pastime. But as is often the case in the auto industry, perception isn’t always reality. No car is immune to the creativity of renderers, especially when…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] James Bond’s 1965 Aston Martin DB5, arguably the most iconic car in movie history, could soon be yours. Next month, the silver two-seater will be auctioned off by RM/Sotheby’s as part of Monterey Car Week. The grand tourer, chassis number DB5/2008/R, is one of four the British automaker made for Eon Productions for…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The new RAV4 is a good thing, with more safety kit and a more interesting interior than before. But does it make sense with a manual? Pros and Cons Pros Smooth ride Practical cabin Low running costs Cheapest ticket into new RAV4 ownership Cons CVT suits the RAV4 better than manual Uninspiring manual…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] If you talk about boxy vehicles, the legendary Mercedes-Benz G-Class is the one to top that list. The other little boxy SUV that’s been winning hearts all over the world for its quirky, boxy looks is the Suzuki Jimny. A lot of parallels have been drawn between the two for their stark similarities.…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Cars.com illustration by Paul Dolan When it comes to drivers coming around to the idea of two-lane roundabouts, it’s all about the learning curve. That’s according to a new study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety showing that safety at this love-it-or-loathe-it traffic-control measure improves over time — it just takes some…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The report suggests Ford’s long-running medium car could be culled in favour of A new Outback-aping crossover wagon from 2021. Ford of Europe is believed to be developing a new mid- to large-sized crossover to go head-to-head with the likes of the Subaru Outback and Volkswagen Passat Alltrack – according to coverage out…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] There are two hotted-up Audi models coming later this year, but the boffins at Ingolstadt haven’t yet revealed what they’ll be. Alex Misoyannis • Audi has used the 25th anniversary of its high-performance RS division to announce two “completely new RS models” will be introduced in 2019. The most obvious candidates to join…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Turns out your favorite Porsche 911 is even more special than you thought. In fact, it’s almost certainly the only car like it that the company produced that year. In a recent interview with British car magazine Autocar (via Jalopnik), Christian Friedl, the manager of the Bavarian automaker’s Zuffenhausen factory, revealed that Porsche produces…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] The first-ever Lotus hypercar will hit 100km/h in less than three seconds, and has a top speed north of 300km/h. Lotus has finally stopped the tease and revealed its all-electric rival to the Aston Martin Valkyrie, the Evija, and three of them could be headed to our shores. Lotus Australia has confirmed it’s…