Marc Carter
2021 Ford Explorer Timberline is ready to go off-roading
Ford has unveiled the 2021 Ford Explorer Timberline, which it says is the the most off-road-capable Explorer ever." “Ford is delivering on more capable SUVs with Timberline. Consumer data has shown us that now more than ever, customers want to get outside and explore nature with friends and family,” said Kumar Galhotra, president, Americas & International Markets Group, Ford Motor...
Genesis will arrive in Europe this summer
Genesis is getting ready to bring its models to Europe. Today it announced that it will start sales this summer in the UK, Germany and Switzerland. The first vehicles to arrive will be the G80 sedan and GV80 SUV, which will then be followed by the G70 and GV70. Genesis didn't mention the G90 in the announcement. Within its first year...
2022 Acura MDX earns Top Safety Pick+ award
Acura has announced that the 2022 Acura MDX has earned the highest possible safety rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) - Top Safety Pick+. To receive the Top Safety Pick+ award, a vehicle must earn good ratings in all six IIHS crash tests. This includes the driver-side small overlap front, passenger-side small overlap front, moderate overlap front,...
2022 Ford E-Transit electric van starts at $43,295
Ford has announced the pricing for the 2022 E-Transit full size electric van, which starts at $43,295. Ford has also launched a registration site for the E-Transit (Fleet.Ford.com) for hand-raisers to register their interest in the new EV. The E-Transit is available in eight configurations, including cargo van with three roof heights and three lengths, plus chassis cab and cutaway...
2021 Toyota GR Supra 2.0 Review: A Performance Value
The return of the Toyota Supra was one of the most exciting recent additions to the Toyota lineup, but with a price tag over $50k, the GR Supra 3.0 is out of reach for most sports car buyers. Well if you've been drooling over the 2021 Supra, Toyota has made it a little easier to get the keys. Toyota...
Polestar 2 gets a Digital Key
Polestar 2 owners can now open and start their EV using their Smart Phone as a Digital Key, instead of using the traditional wireless key fob. Polestar has announced an over-the-air (OTA) update that adds functionality and an updated version of the Polestar app. The Polestar Digital Key uses 18 Bluetooth sensors in and around the Polestar 2 to detect...
Ford F-150 Lightning name to be used for the new electric truck
It looks like Ford is bringing back the F-150 Lightning name that it used for the high-performance F-150 back in the 1990s. This time though the name will be used for the electric F-150. Ford has yet to announce the return of the Lightning name, but an unnamed source provided the tip to Car and Driver. The name was shared...
2021 Ford F-150 Tremor starts at $51,200
If the Ford F-150 Raptor is a bit too far out of your budget, Ford has another option for you, the 2021 F-150 Tremor. While the 2021 Raptor starts at $65,840, the Tremor starts at $51,200. The F-150 Tremor is even more capable off-road than the FX4 package, thanks to an upgraded suspension with retuned springs, revised front hub knucles...
2022 Genesis G70 pricing starts at $37,525
Genesis has announced the pricing for the refreshed 2022 Genesis G70, which starts at $37,525. The updated G70 gets a nice facelift that includes new headlights, a new Crest Grille, and new taillights. The 2022 G70 is also available with a new variable exhaust valve system and a Sport+ drive mode. Inside the biggest addition is a new standard 10.25-inch...
2021 Ford Bronco Sport earns IIHS Top Safety Pick+ award
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has announced that the 2021 Ford Bronco Sport has earned its highest safety rating - Top Safety Pick+. To receive the top award, a vehicle must earn good ratings in all six IIHS crash tests, which includes the driver-side small overlap front, passenger-side small overlap front, moderate overlap front, side, roof strength and...
