After we recently brought you the list of used trucks you might want to avoid, we’re now moving onto SUVs. Although the mentioned trucks list did ruffle a few feathers, this doesn’t mean all of them are bad. Only a few rotten model years. And we simply had to list every manufacturer in order to give you the best possible scope of the situation. Again; this doesn’t mean every pickup truck out there is bad. You…
Americans commonly believe that Henry Ford invented the automobile as we know it, but that misconception stems from the fact that he ran the first manufacturing company to heavily use the assembly line method of production. German inventor Karl Benz actually invented the first car, the Benz Patent Motorcar in 1885. The role of American consumers and manufacturers in automotive history cannot be denied, however. From wide open highway stretches to massive cities and sprawling…
Because the love of cars shouldn’t be limited just to us two-legged folk Being a gearhead isn’t something you can limit to just men or women, kids or adults, or even human beings. Our furry friends love cars too, though not quite in the same way as we do. For our canine counterparts they’re a means of getting to the park for a walk, or going out on some adventure on the weekends. So in…
When it comes to automotive tests, Consumer Reports is virtually the most strict and ruthless examiner in the world. Its impartial and in-depth techniques separate the also-rans and the real contenders giving an unbiased view of a vehicle’s true performance. To this end, the magazine has earned itself the top position in the industry, being able to break or make a new car in ways other publications can only dream of. Their testing covers everything…
Let’s be honest, cars are expensive. Not only do they cost a lot of money to buy, but cars are also expensive in terms of maintenance, repairs, insurance and fuel. Add it all up, and the vehicle you drive can prove to be a huge financial sinkhole. The good news is that some cars are cheaper to own and operate than others. While some vehicles can cost a lot to operate, others are much more…