New Ferrari 812 Superfast: Italian carmaker’s finest? by Weekly Driver News Service Ferrari may have outdone itself. The iconic Italian automaker will debut the Ferrari 812 Superfast, “the most powerful and fastest Ferrari” in the manufacturer’s history at the 2017 Geneva Auto Show. Th 87th Geneva Auto Show will be held March 9-19. According to … Read more
Buying a car with flood damage can be trouble by Weekly Driver News Service The nationwide flood damage this year has affected many industries, including the automotive market. Tens of thousands of cars have been submerged, leading to potentially significant damage. According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB.org), unwitting consumers are at risk of … Read more
2017 Lincoln MKZ: A worthy underdog luxury sedan by James Raia Four years after its last redesign, the 2017 Lincoln MKZ received an interior refresh and an exterior facelift. The five-seat luxury sedan debuted in 2006 as the Zephyr and was renamed the MKZ the following year. Regardless of the badge, the underdog Lincoln is … Read more
Keep your car love alive with Valentine’s Day gifts by Weekly Driver News Service SPONSORED CONTENT Everyone loves their car when they buy it, but after the honeymoon phase is over, it’s sometimes hard to keep that love going strong. 3M Auto, Prestone, Meguiar’s and Royal Purple have come up with five easy solutions to … Read more
Commentary: Can fuel cell vehicles thrive? by Bruce Aldrich I recently attended a gathering for alternative fuel vehicles, hosted by Sacramento Clean Cities Coalition (SCCC). The SCCC is part of a national network that supports the reduction of petroleum consumption in transportation. The Toyota Miria utilizes hydrogen fuel cell technology. All images © Bruce … Read more
2017 Jeep Cherokee: Modern look, respect for the past by James Raia Jeep celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2016. A year earlier, the compact Jeep Cherokee replaced the Liberty in midseason. It continues the sport utility vehicle’s extended celebration and legacy as the modern version of the original WWII vehicle. The 2017 Jeep Cherokee includes … Read more
Tata Motors debuts exclusive new sports car Futuro by James Raia Tata Motors, the Indian carmaker that nine years ago introduced the world’s cheapest car, will debut its first sports car in the sub-brand TaMo (Tata Motors) at the Geneva International Motor Show. Tata Motors will introduce its sub-brand TaMo at the Geneva International Auto … Read more
Super Bowl: Melissa McCarthy saves the planet in a Kia by Weekly Driver News Service Kia takes chances with its Super Bowl commercials. Who would have thought a pack of talking hamsters would be successful promoting the Kia Soul? But it’s been a hit for years. Melissa McCarthy “saves the planet” in a Kia Niro … Read more
Manufacturer Spotlight: BMW, airplanes to supercars by James Raia With its legacy dating nearly 110 years to manufacturing airplanes, BMW (Bavarian Motor Works) is renowned for its luxury vehicles that provide a unique combination of driving pleasure and performance. The BMW legacy has taken the manufacturer from airplanes to supercars. It took 18 years after … Read more
Vanderhall: a 3-wheel wonder related to a Chevrolet Sonic by James Raia It’s hard to define a vehicle that’s related to Chevrolet Sonic but looks like a beach cruiser, a toy car or a kit car. The only likely explanation: It’s a Vanderhall, and it’s no toy. The three-wheel Vanderhall is an autocycle with a … Read more