Saturday, January 24
The 2026 Honda Civic Type R Is Coming Back, But Your Wallet Won’t Like the Price Tag
7Jan By Richard GreenNo Comments
Honda, News

The 2026 Honda Civic Type R Is Coming Back, But Your Wallet Won’t Like the Price Tag

Honda just dropped the news that performance fans have been waiting for: the Civic Type R is sticking around for 2026. After Honda pulled the legendary hot hatch from European markets due to emissions regulations, there was genuine concern that American buyers might lose access to one of the best front-wheel-drive performance cars ever made. The good news? It's coming back. The not-so-good news? The price just jumped another $1,000. The 2026 Honda Civic Type R starts at $48,090, including destination charges, representing a $1,000 increase over the 2025 model. Honda has released minimal information about any potential changes for 2026, with only pricing and fuel economy figures announced so far. The Type R maintains its 315-horsepower turbocharged engine and six-speed manual tra...
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Budget Trucks That Can Pull Heavy Without Breaking the Bank
18Dec By Richard GreenNo Comments
Trucks

Budget Trucks That Can Pull Heavy Without Breaking the Bank

You don't need to drop $50,000 on a new truck to get something that can handle a loaded trailer. The used market has plenty of F-150s, Silverados, and Rams that can tow over 9,000 pounds for significantly less money. Some of these rigs can pull over 10,000 pounds and still cost less than a fully loaded new sedan. We've tracked down the best towing trucks at various price points, so you can find one that fits your budget and meets your hauling needs. Used trucks from 2009-2015 offer 9,000-17,500 pound towing capacity in the $5,000-$15,000 range, with older F-250 Super Duty models hitting the sweet spot for heavy haulers. The 2010-2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with the 5.3L V8 can tow up to 10,700 pounds and typically sells for $10,000-$15,000 with reasonable mileage. Diesel-power...
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What Serious Towing And Off Road Use Really Demand From An SUV
3Dec By Rocco PennNo Comments
Automotive Everything, Car Types, News, Safety, SUVs, Tech

What Serious Towing And Off Road Use Really Demand From An SUV

Walk into any dealership and you'll hear a lot about horsepower, tech packages, and heated seats. But if you're actually planning to hook up a 7,000-pound camper or tackle rocky trails every weekend, you need to look deeper than the sticker on the window. The real story lives underneath the body panels, where different construction methods separate vehicles built for serious work from those just styled to look tough. The way an SUV's body attaches to its frame directly affects how much weight it can safely tow and how well it handles rough terrain. Separate frame construction allows more flex and twist absorption when climbing over rocks or pulling heavy loads without transferring stress to the passenger cabin. Weight placement matters as much as total capacity, with lower cente...
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Kia Just Gave the Telluride a Serious Glow-Up and the Big Three Should Pay Attention
24Nov By Rocco PennNo Comments
Car Buying, Chevrolet, Ford, GMC, SUVs, Tech

Kia Just Gave the Telluride a Serious Glow-Up and the Big Three Should Pay Attention

The 2027 Kia Telluride rolled into the LA Auto Show looking like it spent the last few years at the gym. Gone is the smooth V6 that powered every previous Telluride, replaced by a turbocharged four-cylinder making 274 horsepower and a hybrid version pumping out 329 horses. That hybrid model gets an estimated 35 mpg combined, which should make Chevy Traverse and GMC Acadia buyers think twice about their options. The 2027 Telluride ditches the V6 for a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder making 274 hp and 311 lb-ft of torque, plus a new hybrid version rated at 329 hp with 35 mpg combined. Kia stretched the wheelbase by 2.7 inches and added 2.3 inches to the overall length, translating to more legroom in the second and third rows plus nearly identical cargo space despite the bigger d...
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Mercedes Claims Its New EVs Heat Up Faster Than Gas Cars Thanks to Smart Heat Pump
10Nov By Richard GreenNo Comments
EVs, EVs & Crossovers, Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes Claims Its New EVs Heat Up Faster Than Gas Cars Thanks to Smart Heat Pump

Mercedes just solved one of the biggest complaints about electric vehicles in cold weather. The company's latest EVs warm up faster than traditional gas cars using a heat pump system that pulls heat from three different sources. The technology grabs waste heat from the electric motors, captures heat from the battery, and uses ambient air to warm the cabin. This three-way approach gets passengers comfortable quicker than waiting for a gas engine to generate enough heat. (more…)
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