Honda is voluntarily recalling nearly 12,000 2016 HR-Vs in the United States to inspect and replace, if needed, tire information and vehicle emission labels. Blaming the possibility that “the labels may not have been affixed or that incorrect labels were applied,” Honda notes that while improper, “No crashes or injuries have been reported related to either […]
History just keeps on repeating itself. For the past 12 years, Toyota Camry has been the best-selling car in the US, and has been on top of the list 16 of the last 17 years. Staying top of the charts is no easy task, and with the 2015 Camry Toyota shoots for a 13th straight year […]
Last night, Toyota unveiled the 2016 Prius that features smaller, lighter hybrid system components, higher-energy density in the batteries, and an internal combustion engine touting ground-breaking thermal efficiency (more than forty percent) leading to an estimated 10-precent boost in fuel economy. Exterior From nose to tail, the 2016 Prius is a more aggressive looking model than […]
Lexus‘s best selling model in its 26-year history has gotten a make-over. A new, more luxurious interior joins with a chiseled, aggressive exterior to bring the RX in line with other models in the brand’s portfolio. Leading both of the vehicle models (350- billed the RX, and 450h- called the RX Hybrid) is a completely new […]
When the 2017 Audi Q7 debuts at dealerships in early 2016, a new suite of safety technology will debut as well. Working similar to OnStar in General Motors vehicles, Sirius XM Connected Vehicle Services will provide Audi connect Emergency Response as part of the SOS call in Audi vehicles. The system will automatically coordinate an emergency services in […]
The 2017 Lincoln MKZ is markedly more sophisticated than previous generations due to the brand’s focus on three areas most desired by today’s luxury midsize sedan customer – quality, performance and style. “Our customers are looking for three attributes in a luxury midsize sedan – technologies that ease their everyday experience, a beautiful design that is […]
The Toyota Prius put hybrid vehicles on the map twenty years ago and are just now starting to get some of the positive design attention a trailblazer deserves. Handling It takes very little time behind the wheel of the Prius Three Touring to understand it’s not what we consider a driver’s car. The fuel […]
The Tucson’s stronger frame and new design is paying off. The 2016 Hyundai Tucson and 2016 Sonata have both earned the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) 2015 TOP SAFETY PICK+ award. This is the first time the Tuscon has received the rating. “Hyundai’s redesign of the Tucson earns the 2016 model our top rating in the small overlap front test, […]
Are you a good enough driver to earn a discount from your insurance company? Allstate already offers Safe Driver Rewards and starting this summer, Progressive Insurance customers will be able to receive discounts when they sign up through OnStar for a detailed driving assessment. Available for newly connected vehicles, the 90-day evaluation period will, “reveal how […]
Kia has added more standard features to the 2016 Soul, upped the safety technology in the Exclaim trim level and is giving drivers more paint scheme choices. Here’s what you’ll see when you get to the showroom: all images courtesy of Kia
Are you ready to #ExploreMore in more comfort and with new technology? The 2016 Ford Explorer Platinum may be just what your family is looking for. Billed as a combination of “the performance-minded Explorer Sport and comfort-designed Limited trim level,” the Explorer Platinum features including: New multi-adjustable front seats wrapped in Nirvana leather with micro-perforation Aluminum […]
Building smarter and innovative vehicles is a priority for Ford and this year, Ford has created a Focus so smart, it can predict the future. Seriously. The new 2015 Ford Focus features stability control technology that actively determines when a car meets the conditions that may lead to a spin and intervenes early to help prevent […]
Infiniti has announced the premiere of their new Q30 premium active compact will happen at the International Motor Show at Frankfurt this month. What can you expect when it debuts? Infiniti is promising: a visual dynamism an interior that takes expressive forms and curves and turns them into an individuality that embraces the driver and passengers […]
Honda HR-V Poised to Take on Nissan Rogue, Kia Soul, Mazda CX-3 | Drive My Family
The entry-level crossover market is getting a new competitor. The Honda is poised to challenge the rocketing sales of the Nissan Rogue, Kia Soul, and Mazda CX-3 with its new 2016 HR-V. Arriving in dealership showrooms on May 15, the HR-V boasts standard equipment of 17-inch alloy wheels, push-button electric parking brake, rearview camera with guidelines, Pandora® radio and Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®1 – […]