FORT WORTH, Texas — Most drivers know their phones track a lot about them. Fewer realize their car does too. Tucked under the driver's seat or inside the center console of nearly every vehicle built after 2014 sits a small device called an event data recorder, or EDR. Drivers call it a black box, the same nickname given to the...
There are a variety of costs associated with owning a car, and fuel and maintenance are not the only ones. Most motorists are aware that they must pay for inspections, fluids, and such as tire rotation and oil change, but unexpected mechanical issues can be one of the most costly aspects of owning a vehicle. The expense of repairing the...
Buying a vehicle is a major milestone, but navigating the secondary market can feel like an overwhelming task. For many drivers, the process involves balancing a tight budget with the need for everyday reliability. Whether looking for a fuel-efficient commuter car, a spacious family SUV, or a rugged work truck, the local market has options for every type of driver....
The XT6 high-end model from Cadillac was ahead of its time even from its very beginning; however, after just a single generation, the luxury car was discontinued, with production to end in 2025. The three-row luxury sport utility vehicle gave way to the fully electric Vistiq, yet a fresh report suggests the nameplate might return. According to industry sources cited...
Fiat's pickup strategy in Brazil has already entered a new phase with the arrival of the 2027 Fiat Toro MHEV, introduced as the country's first mild-hybrid pickup. The company points to urban efficiency improvements of up to 11.7 percent, yet discussion around the model increasingly revolves around something else: what replaces the current Toro after nearly a decade on the...
Texas has long been known as the transportation hub of the United States, like it or not. Between its huge highway web, cross border entry points, big marine ports, and a fast growing economy, the Lone Star State helps move millions of tons of freight every day. And as freight activity keeps climbing, getting dependable and secure truck parking in...
Anyone waiting for a completely new Mazda MX-5 Miata might need a little more patience. Mazda has already outlined the main changes planned for the 2027 model year in Europe, and those updates focus on refinements rather than a wholesale transformation. That reality has left plenty of room for digital artists to explore alternative possibilities. One such interpretation comes from...
"There's a hum from the front of the car that gets louder above 40, and my mechanic said it'd fail inspection but I want to know if that's actually true." That question shows up before someone's annual safety inspection every week on car forums. The honest answer is, it depends on the state and how bad the bearing is. A...
The automotive design conversation has taken some unusual turns in 2026. Several established brands have introduced styling themes that sparked strong reactions online, and digital artists have responded with ideas of their own. One such project comes from Uygar, a Turkey-based creator known on social media as "uygarspots," who has turned his attention toward Bugatti. His latest work carries the...
Volkswagen is taking a fresh look at bringing mainstream Golf models back to North America, a move tied to upcoming production changes and shifting consumer habits. If plans advance, buyers in the United States and Canada could once again find non-performance versions of the hatchback in dealer showrooms. The discussion is linked to a major manufacturing transition. Starting in 2027,...
