Yearly Archives: 2017
Mercedes-Benz G550 4×4² production ends this month
If you've been holding out on buying the 2017 Mercedes-Benz G550 4x4², you're time is about to run out. Mercedes-Benz has announced that production of the G550 4x4² will end at the end of October. With over 17-inches of ground clearance, standard all-wheel drive, three differential locks, and a reduction transfer case the Mercedes-Benz G550 4x4² will be able to...
2018 Jeep Cherokee lets you connect with Amazon Alexa
Nissan recently announced that its adding Amazon Alexa connectivity to most of its lineup and now Jeep has announced that it's adding it to the 2018 Cherokee. The 2018 Jeep Cherokee Latitude gives you the ability to perform functions, like remote start and lock and unlock doors through Amazon Alexa. The new Amazon Alexa feature is only available on the...
Ford is all about the Focus RS and Focus ST at SEMA 2017
Ford is bringing four unique versions of the Ford Focus to this year's SEMA Show in Las Vegas. The Focus RS and Focus ST concepts will feature technology and performance upgrades to show off the potential of the high-performance Focus models. The Focus ST concept's exterior is painted in Midnight Purple paint with wide body fender flares and large rear...
Hyundai may build a high-performance truck
Two months ago Hyundai confirmed plans to introduce a new pickup truck, which will take inspiration from the Santa Cruz concept that debuted in 2015. Hyundai hasn't announced all the production details, but reports have surfaced that a high-performance truck is also possible, although it's doubtful that the U.S. will get it. Andrew Tuitahi, Hyundai Australia’s head of product planning...
2018 VW Jetta gets trim updates and starts at $19,495
Volkswagen has announced the changes to the 2018 VW Jetta, which gets some trim updates and a new Wolfsburg Edition. The 2018 Jetta will be available in six trim levels: Jetta S, Wolfsburg Edition, SE, SE Sport, SEL and GLI. The base Jetta S now has standard 16-inch alloy wheels and new chrome grille. If you step up to the...
2018 Aston Martin DB11 Volante arrives next spring starting at $216,495
Aston Martin has unveiled the beautiful 2018 Aston Martin DB11 Volante, which is going to arrive early next year, just in time for the perfect spring weather. Visually the DB11 Volante retains the styling of the coupe, but its soft top can provide the open air experience in a mere 14 seconds. The DB11 Volante replaces the DB9 Volante and...
2019 Hyundai Kona EV will debut in Geneva
Hyundai is getting ready to unveil its next electric car, the fully-electric Hyundai Kona SUV. It's being reported that the 2019 Hyundai Kona EV will debut in a few months at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show in March. The electric Kona will have a driving range around 240 miles, which is more impressive than the current Ioniq EV. The Kona...
2018 Volkswagen Atlas Review
For the past few years Volkswagen has tried to design its models more specifically for what it feels like buyers in the United States want. We don't get the fun cars, like the VW Scirocco or even the tiny Polo. Instead Volkswagen's U.S. division feels that buyers here want bigger models, like the US-spec VW Passat, the larger new...
VW Scirocco drives off into the sunset
Well that's it, Volkswagen has stopped production of the Volkswagen Scirocco. While VW didn't make a formal announcement, it posted on its German website, “The Scirocco cannot be ordered with individual specifications anymore. But you can purchase vehicles already built." When the current generation Scirocco debuted back in 2008 we hoped that VW would bring it to the United States,...
At least one Honda exec wants an affordable, compact sports car
Honda is finally getting its mojo back with new sporty models, like the Acura NSX and the Civic Type R, but could there be more sports cars in the works? Honda hasn't confirmed anything, but at least one Honda executive is hoping that Honda gives the green light to an affordable, compact sports car. Stephen Collins, director of Honda Australia...
