Ford has been absolutely masterful in both feeding the media pipeline with broad information and maintaining suspense about the the 2015 F-150 pickup. Now, as the launch date — still officially unannounced — gets closer, real data is being released. […]
It would seem that we are again unable to get away from the giant recall machine. This week it’s 651,000 Jeeps and Dodge SUVs and 92,000 Ford vehicles. Here are the specifics: Chrysler 2011 – 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2011
Recalls again drive this week’s news: Dodge, Ford, Jeep Read More »
Recalls have become a way of life. One reporter has noted that because they are happening so frequently consumers are ignoring them. Not smart. Don’t ignore a recall notice if your vehicle or child seat is on this list. If
IMPORTANT: Recall list grows for GM, Ford, Chrysler, Nissan, Graco Read More »
Since GM has accepted the Society of Automotive Engineers towing Standard (SAE J2807), a lot of people have been wondering what impact the re-evaluation will have on capacity, but it appears that truck buyers will be very satisfied with the
Tow capacity released for 2015 Silverado and GMC Sierra 1500 Read More »
I have never used a vehicle makers headline before, but this one was just to good to not steal. I also apologize for the exclamation point but it also seemed like a perfect match. I will forego the sub-title
Buffalo, bears and batteries — Oh My! Read More »
With new Nissan trucks — a new Titan in January and a new Frontier coming later as a 2016 or early 2017 model — in the works, could the new Navara, just introduced in Asia, be the doppelganger for the
Will Nissan’s 2015 Navara be the reflection of the new Frontier Read More »
I’ll call this story a pass through since I am just going to report this rather than adding much commentary. Suffice to say, I think this is a good list but don’t necessarily agree with all of the choices and
10 best family cars named by Parents Magazine and Edmunds.com Read More »
Outdoor writers are a tough audience. They drive their trucks and SUVs into places that sportsmen want to read about and experience. It is their stock in trade. No wonder Toyota brought the 2015 TRD Pro Tundra, Tacoma and 4Runner
Toyota brings TRD Pro trucks to outdoor professionals Read More »
Every day, I am asked questions about the new F-150 truck and most of them are about toughness, durability and whether the new 2015 model will be wimpier than its predecessors. Rest assured that the team at Ford Truck wouldn’t
2015 Ford F-150 gets the torture treatment and lives (well) to tell the tale Read More »
I thought I had gotten away with a new recall-less week, but no luck. This time the the recalls affect more than 900,000 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner SUVs for a potential problem with the torque sensor in the steering
Important recall: 1.39 million Ford vehicles Read More »
There has to be a better way…or maybe not. General Motors continues to parcel out recall notices with a new bunch (2.42-million vehicles) today and 2.7-million late last week. I suspect there is a strategy here since GM has
Another week of huge GM recalls: is your vehicle listed here? Read More »
First off, let me say that I have never considered myself a VW Beetle person. Never owned one, never wanted one. Until now, that is. After a week in the 2014 Beetle diesel convertible, I could be a convert. It
Your other wheels: Iconic Beetle offers new thrills Read More »
Lake Fork has a reputation that other inland lakes envy. Bass are plentiful and can be HUGE. The setting is extraordinary and locals live to fish. It is no wonder that the 2014 Toyota Texas Bass Classic returned there
I hate starting my week (as I’m sure you do) with the reports of major recalls, but here is the latest list. If you own own one of the vehicles listed here, contact your dealer or go to the manufacturer’s
Monday recall parade: Buick LaCrosse, Chevy Malibu, Ford Escape, Chrysler minivans Read More »
Yes, I know. Every time I talk about the innovative electronic features that auto and truck makers are putting into their vehicles, you tell me that you are already smartest, safest drivers out there. But, if a new vehicle is
Get Smart: new features can make you a safer driver Read More »
We haven’t driven GMC’s new mid-size Canyon yet. Its introduction isn’t scheduled until fall, but I suspect there will be a range of new features designed to set this truck apart from the pack. There will, after all, be it’s
2015 GMC Canyon offers features for mid-size family truck and added safety Read More »
It happens every spring. About 50 Texas auto journalists and photographers take to the Texas Motor Speedway to evaluate a nearly equal number of cars and crossover vehicles (and not just a few performance cars) to honor the best in
Your Other Wheels: Texas Autowriters name Cars of Texas Read More »
I know. I know. You think a minivan is so uncool. But, if you have a gang of kids that you are taking out to one of the neighborhood lakes stocked by the Texas Department of Parks and Wildlife, maybe
With Ford focusing all of their attention on bringing the new F-150 pickup to market for 2015, it’s no surprise that they are shelving a special edition street performance for now. It has been announced that the 2014 Tremor will
Eye-catching Ford Tremor not in the cards for 2015 Read More »
If you want to look dangerous when you are behind the wheel, the people at Ram are making it easy for you. The Black Package, which was successfully brought to market on the 1500-level pickups, is now available for the
Black Package edition brings stealth vibe to 2014 Ram Heavy Duty trucks Read More »
