The shortest month of the year is here after what felt like the longest month ever (yes I know January is the longest month). The stupid groundhog saw his shadow so we may be in for several more weeks of winter too, if you believe in such nonsense.
Most of the country has already taken a major blast from winter, and some of us are already anticipating ski season and road trips to the mountains. Others might live in the mountains, or other places where winter driving is a daily event, and not for the faint of heart. If you’re in any of …
December 23 is the "official" date for the made-up Seinfeld holiday known as Festivus. I'm perhaps the world's biggest Seinfeld fan, so I do celebrate Festivus. No, there's no feats of strength or even a pole, but it's a good time to have the airing of grievances. If you're not familiar with…
This week there's some big news (think massive horsepower) for the next generation of the iconic Ford Mustang. Also, Toyota has had a good month with news about the all-new Prius. Plus Mazda finally lets out some information on the Mazda CX-90 (spoiler alert, it's going to be electric).
More sub brands for more iconic nameplates, Ford reveals the 2023 Ford GT Mk IV, and a hybrid Corvette is leaked
At the BMW Welt in Munich, Germany, Automotive Rhythms had a chance to witness the much-anticipated BMW 3.0 CSL (Coupe Sport Lightweight) which honors the 50th Anniversary of BMW M and its storied racing passion. Fifty of these prestigious and mostly hand-built machines will be produced by a…
Every Friday I plan to give a succinct wrap up of news from around the automotive world. This week centers around some big news from Toyota with two new vehicles teased, but also Chevy likely irking many Corvette enthusiast by announcing some big news about the iconic Corvette. Also, if you …
The Los Angeles Auto Show is often considered the place where the automotive industry floats its most futuristic vision. And of course the future of the automotive industry is electrification.
Nostalgic dreams culminated into a memorable fall day at the fascinating Gilmore Car Museum where I experienced multiple generations of mobility beginning with the first-ever production automobile from the mind of Karl Benz, dubbed the Benz Motorwagen. Located in the rural lands of Hickory C…
Bridgestone Winter Driving School takes the fear out of driving on snow
Cars are what’s generally known as a ‘depreciating asset’. They’re not an investment, they’re going to be worth less as time goes on. But there are a few exceptions—the ones that are rare and/or particularly prized among enthusiasts and likely to become collectible. They may not depreciate a…
As part of the immersive Hagerty Automotive Experience, the Detroit Concours is a celebration of everything Motor City, curated to recognize the importance Detroit has in automotive history, while also honoring automotive greatness from around the world.
New hybrid technology will deliver most power ever for a four-cylinder engine
The Driving Force offers HBCU students multimedia career development with the goal of increasing automotive media and automobile industry diversity
A Mustang Stampede ushers in a new generation of pony car
The future is electric . . . but until then
As gas prices have reached dizzying heights in the last few months, we’ve all started to pay more attention to our mileage and looked for ways to alleviate the pain at the pump. The demand for electric vehicles has never been higher, but they’re not a viable option for everyone.
Electrified muscle, the return of the Hornet, and a Cat back from Hell
2023 Chevy Silverado ZR2 Bison is ready to roam
Ford always seems to pay the utmost respect to its rich history and legacy of iconic vehicles. When they relaunched the Bronco last year it invoked a lot of special memories for enthusiasts.
Owners are keeping their vehicles longer than ever – and they’re investing more time and money to keep those cars, trucks and SUV’s maintained.
Off-road package now available for compact pickup truck
Osprey Custom Cars is well known for building classic trucks with modern power and amenities. Their newest truck – an upscale, brand new Five Door Station Wagon - was built in July 2022.
Lineup offers trim, drive system and range options, and the first electric SS performance model
Ford F-150 Raptor R order book is open
The Acura TLX is the luxury brand's best-performing sedan, and just announced for the 2023 model year will be a limited production version that will take materials and craftsmanship hints from the NSX.
No need to give up on gas, just yet
That two-tone look is back with a fresh interpretation
June is Men's Health Month and the perfect time to take your health and fitness goals to new heights. With "Fit Fathers Day" becoming an annual tradition for families in the Washington, DC area, we are now presenting the opportunity to inspire our healthy movement globally by introducing an …
Ford dropped a lot of news this morning and it's hard to dissect all of the info. Beyond the PR-speak of adding 6,200 new union manufacturing jobs in Michigan, Ohio and Missouri with a $3.7 billion investment, there's more to get excited about.
Turning 40 can be a real milestone. As the Toyota 4Runner turns the big 4-0 in 2023, Toyota will give this SUV some special treatment.
The Cadillac CTS and ATS V were one of my all-time favorite vehicles ever created by GM's luxury brand. As GM and Cadillac go full-speed ahead toward electrifying their entire product line, it's refreshing to learn that Cadillac is launching the Escalade V for the 2023 model year.
While every automaker seems to be pushing their way to the limelight to announce their latest electric vehicle offering, Fisker, the California-based electric vehicle manufacturer, announced their third vehicle offering. There's plenty of spotlight to share, and with their electric sports ca…
It's Earth Day once again. And while this day may be dismissed by some as a politically motivated, agenda-driven "holiday" it's always a good time for the automotive industry to re-calibrate, so to speak.
Today, Lexus proudly unveiled their first-ever battery electric vehicle (BEV) as part of their ambitious "Lexus Electrified" global campaign. You can say it's a new era for Toyota's luxury brand with the reveal of the 2023 Lexus RZ 450e.
Mercedes–Maybach unveils the final chapter of Project MAYBACH - its collaboration with trusted partner, the late polymath artist, architect, creative director, fashion designer and philanthropist, Virgil Abloh. Designed in partnership with Mercedes-Benz Group AG Chief Design Officer Gorden W…
General Motors (GM) and Honda may seem like strange bedfellows, but the two major automotive manufacturers are joining forces to codevelop electric vehicles (EVs) based on a new global architecture.
Fans of Japanese cars may have had envy over the Toyota Yaris GR. Why couldn't that punchy, fun-to-drive car come here to the U.S.? Well Toyota finally has an answer to that as they revealed the 2023 Toyota GR Corolla.
The Ford Raptor is an instantly recognizable off-road, and on-road high-performance truck. Additionally Ford has relaunched the iconic Ford Bronco. So when it comes to going off the road, Ford seems to know a thing or two.
From Hellcats to Hurricanes. You gotta hand it to Stellantis, they sure know how to name their engines.
The big question when it comes to the Ford F-150 Lightning is how will towing affect the battery life and can it do all my gas-powered truck can do? Ford put the all-electric Lightning to the test in some of the most brutal weather conditions and some of the most intense scenarios.
There's an old Jerry Seinfeld stand up bit about car names. The gist of it is that he makes fun of car names as sounding close to a real word that sounds impressive. He even goes so far as to mention the Acura Integra, which is oh-so-close to integral.
IRVINE, Calif., —The 2022 Kia Carnival MPV, Kia's new Multipurpose Vehicle (aka a minivan), has been named among the “Best New Cars for 2022” by Autotrader.
Imagine the opportunity to grab the keys to any new BMW, MINI, or Motorrad bike of your liking and hitting the desert roads outside of Palm Springs. So, to all enthusiasts of German elite machines, welcome to BMW Group Test Fest at the BMW Performance Center West in Thermal, CA for a few exc…
With a smartphone in almost every pocket, it seems that virtually nothing goes unrecorded anymore. And to capture things that happen on the road, while we’re driving, dash cams are becoming more and more commonplace.
Past behavior is always the best predictor of future performance. Of course, that means the transfer of DNA and anomalous design techniques from the Pagani Zonda into the Huayra hypercar would present auto aficionados with a hypnotically gorgeous and road-thrilling specimen. Its short but ma…
As a tribute to Alan Mann Racing’s 1966 Ford GT lightweight experimental prototypes, Ford is introducing the Ford GT Alan Mann Heritage Edition. The limited-edition vehicle celebrates the role the prototypes played in the history of the development of the Ford GT.
Yes I review new vehicles for a living. Yes, I’m very fortunate. And through this fortunate career, I’ve met many people whose memory I hold dear. None more so than Gale Halderman, who was the principle designer of the original Ford Mustang.
Automatic transmissions are king. Some may not like it, but it’s just a fact that most people prefer driving without a clutch. There are some however that LOVE a manual transmission. They enjoy the connection they feel with their car, the engagement they have when rowing through the gears, a…
Overview: This is the future of several modes of transportation of people and cargo. So many applications that you will come up with many yourself I haven’t even considered.
