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There was a time when Gas was dirt cheap and there were no emission standards in place. Most of the major manufacturers had a big burly V8 under the hood of most of their vehicles. Cadillac was the first American manufacturer to come out with a V8 all the way back in 1914. The number of vehicles with a big gas-guzzling V8 kept on rising till the Oil Crisis of the early 1970s. It was October 1973 when the first shock came and by March of 1974 prices had already increased by 400% globally. Fuel pr

Automakers in the US (and the World) are currently going through a tough phase in 2019. The rising manufacturing costs of vehicles, lesser footfalls in the showrooms, and rapidly escalating tensions in trade with China are seen as some of the reasons for the same. The 3rd Quarter of 2019 shows a similar trend as well. While some Car majors have seen highs, others are witnessing lows as well. Here’s a report on the US Auto Sales in the 3rd Quarter of 2019. Key Takeaways GM sales saw an inc

Volkswagen team has collaborated with the Peterson Automotive Museum on a brand-new interactive exhibit that will showcase design and construction of the vehicles of the future. It is scheduled to open on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 and will feature numerous influential VW machines, all along with brand’s new electric concept vehicles. The exhibit will be consistent of five rooms that will reveal Volkswagen’s modular electric drive matrix or

A bespoke 600LT Coupe with numerous enhancements from McLaren Special Operations (MSO) has been delivered through McLaren Toronto. Commissioned by a long-time customer, the vehicle features heavily revised exterior and interior changes that have been inspired by the brightness and speed of a comet – an icy and solar system body that produces distinctive signatures and fades from bright to dark. Technically, the project took MSO about 120 hours

Electric vehicle performance takes a large leap forward with the unveiling of new Nissan EV lineup. The prominent brand has revealed a high-output twin-motor and AWD test car that is also geared with tons of features. The machine is based on the Nissan LEAF e+ and comes with a fine-tuned all-wheel drive system powered by a front and rear high-power motors integrated with Nissan-developed chassis control technology. This setup results in an ele

Winter is fast approaching — but if you’re wondering how your car will cope, don’t worry. So long as you know how, it shouldn’t take long to prep yours for the chilly months. To do just that, why not follow our top auto tips? Clear space in your garage It’s widely advised that you don’t park outside in frosty conditions — and for good reason! If you leave your motor out in the cold for a long period of time (say overnight), it could cause serious damage. Extreme cold, for example, can affect the voltage

Being one of the most popular and successful lineups since its debut, Golf hasn’t stopped impressing both fans and skeptics. And now VW proudly presents the new family member – Golf 8. The vehicle marks the next page of lineup’s evolution and offers an electrified drivetrain system, digitalized interior, and advanced engineering solutions. Let’s check out more, shall we? In terms of technologies, the main one concerning the new Golf 8 is the hybrid system. Being the first model to be availabl

Hyundai’s premium SUV, the all-new 2020 Palisade, has been named the Official Show Vehicle of 2019 Miami International Auto Show. The flagship machine features a revised chassis system with second- and third-row seating for a total of eight passengers. Additionally, the vehicle features tons of head- and legroom along with class-exclusive technologies as Hyundai Smart Sense Technology. There are also 10-inch navigation display, 12-inch TFT clu

Nissan team proudly unveiled the Ariya Concept, a crossover EV with twin-electric motors, powerful acceleration capabilities and next-gen driver assistance technologies. The vehicle draws a new line of ideas and concepts that would eventually be incorporated in other Nissan machines. Design concept The Ariya Concept features an entirely new design direction for the brand. Characterized by revised and wide front fenders, super-thin LED headlight

Having a car in the USA is not a luxury, but a necessity, especially in small cities where public transport is much less developed than in megacities. However, at the same time with the car, it is necessary to purchase a car insurance policy. What insurance to take, and what does its cost depend on? We prepared the answers. The difference in the USA Insurance Approaches The issue of car insurance in the United States is becoming more complicate

The oldest Fiat in the UK, the 1899 Fiat 3½hp, is set to mark the 120th anniversary of the brand by taking the road as a sponsor of the Bonham’s London to Brighton Veteran Car Run. The machine will take part in the 60-mile drive from Hyde Park in London down to Madeira Drive in Brighton as part of the world’s oldest an

Honda reveals the all-new Jazz lineup, which features an advanced two-motor hybrid drivetrain system, a new generation of driving dynamics technologies and safety features. Let’s check out more, shall we? The new Jazz vehicles are proudly showcasing sexy A-pillars, natural crisp lines that run horizontally along the sides of the vehicle and a sharper and more aggressive shoulder lines. At the rear, the new Jazz machine features a new fender design and wheel arches that reinforce the car’s broader stance and brin