Model tested: Ford Maverick XLT FWD Engine: 2-liter EcoBoost 4-cylinder Transmission: 8-speed automatic Horsepower: 250 Torque: 277 lb.-ft. EPA ratings: 23/city, 30/highway, 26/combined Base price: $22,280 As tested: $28,540 Overview: After years of no one making compact pickups, suddenly, they’re a thing again. … read more
Model Tested: 2022 Ford Lightning 4×4 SuperCrew XLT Engine: dual electric motors, 580 horsepower and 775 lb.-ft torque Transmission: direct drive automatic transmission, four-wheel drive EPA Rating: 78-mpge city, 63-mpge highway, 70-mpge combined Base Price: $52,974 As Tested: $76,384 Performance: Impressive acceleration Very … read more
Apple Pushes into the Auto Industry Apple is using the iPhone’s popularity to push itself into the auto industry, according to CNBC. However, automakers are a little unsure how they feel about this. Apple announced the next generation of its car software CarPlay … read more
Model Tested: 2022 Ford Bronco 4-Door Advanced 4×4 Raptor Series Engine: 3.0-liter EcoBoost V-6, 418 horsepower and 440 lb.-ft torque Transmission: 10-speed automatic transmission, four-wheel drive EPA Rating: 15-mpg city, 18-mpg highway, 15-mpg combined Base Price: $68.550 As Tested: $74,425 Performance: Impressive turbocharged … read more
Americans Stay Above Water on Vehicle Purchases Auto affordability is something to watch closely, even though the average U.S. household keeps up with higher monthly payments, significant financial obligations and inflation’s effect on all-around household expenses. “Consumers, at least in the first quarter … read more
Model Tested: 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E GT AWD Engine: Twin electric motors, 480 horsepower and 634 lb.-ft torque Transmission: Single E-speed automatic transmission EPA Rating: 90-mpge city, 77-mpge highway, 84-mpge combined Base Price: $59,900 As Tested: $63,285 Performance: Surprisingly quick Mid-three second … read more
GM and Honda Will Codevelop Affordable EVs General Motors and Honda have announced plans to expand the two companies’ relationship by codeveloping a series of affordable electric vehicles based on a new global architecture using next-generation Ultium battery technology. The companies are working … read more
