If you’ve ever gone to your local Ford dealer and asked about getting something sporty, there’s a good chance you’ve heard about or seen the letters “ST.” Attached to a variety of Fords over the past three decades, the ST has become synonymous with added performance and style in the automotive community; we’re personally fond […]
When the first hybrid hit the US market in the early 2000s, it was difficult to envision a day when these automotive chimeras would come to infiltrate the highest levels of motorsport. That original hybrid, the 2001 Toyota Prius, wasn’t exactly race-ready with its 1.5L I-4 engine, 114 horsepower, and a zero-to-60-mph time of 13 […]
Want to do more with your crossover than pick up groceries and visit your buddies? The 2024 Trailblazer ACTIV might be the right vehicle for you. Of all the Chevy SUVs for sale today, those with the ACTIV trim may be the most intriguing. By taking the everyday on-road practicality an SUV is known for […]
The moment we have all been waiting for is here: after 15 years on the market, the venerable Toyota 4Runner has finally received a full redesign. Redesigning an icon is never easy, but Toyota knocked this one out of the park. Based on the same TNGA-F body-on-frame platform as the Tundra, Tacoma, and Land Cruiser, […]
Today’s pickups come in all shapes and sizes. While most truck owners prioritize ride height, towing power, and off-road prowess above pure speed, acceleration, and handling, there’s always been a certain set who wants the best of both worlds. Enter the street truck. Also referred to as a muscle truck, these high-performance models are the […]
Ever since the 2021 Wrangler 4xe officially kicked off Jeep’s drive down an electric path, Gladiator lovers have been waiting for the day they can visit their local Jeep dealer and bring home a Jeep Gladiator 4xe. After all, the 4xe powertrain lets you stay on the road longer and tackle trails more aggressively. It […]
When the Toyota GR Corolla hit showrooms in early 2022, it was a jolt to the system for the Corolla nameplate and for high-performance compact lovers alike; the Corolla Hatchback that people knew for decades as a solid, dependable commuter car was suddenly fun. Then, the GR Corolla Circuit Edition joined the Core trim in […]
Pilots don’t make their first flight in a Boeing 737, and even the world’s greatest off-roaders didn’t start out in the most advanced truck that money can buy. The Chevrolet Colorado recently celebrated its 20th anniversary as the midsize truck people turn to when they want to get their feet wet in the off-roading world—but […]
It’s fair to say that diesel doesn’t have the best reputation in the US. Years ago, this bias was pretty well-founded: old diesel engines were loud, provided a hard ride, and emitted an ungodly amount of smog. But advances in engineering have changed that. Today’s diesel engines are quieter, smoother, cleaner, and must meet similar […]
Electric motorcycles are nothing new, with the first prototype models hitting the streets as far back as 1919. While they’ve never overtaken traditional gas-powered models, they have become their own in recent years. Major brands like Kawasaki, Ducati, BMW, Triumph, and Harley-Davidson’s new Livewire offshoot are making steady inroads alongside ambitious startups like Zero, Energica, […]
Have you ever wondered if the great American car manufacturers like Ford offer international markets any gems they withhold from us? Well, maybe you hadn’t before, but now you’re thinking about it. And we can tell you that Ford has kept a treasure from us: the Everest. The Everest is a rugged midsize SUV. You […]
There are off-roaders, and then there are off-roaders—people whose idea of a normal weekend is trekking through the Appalachian Mountains or diving headlong into mud, bogs, and swamps. When these folks go to their local Jeep dealer in search of a new ride, not just any old off-road vehicle will do; not just any old […]
Chevy’s ZR2 trim is bestowed on vehicles that are at the top of their off-roading game. We are lucky enough to live in a world in which there is not just a single vehicle wearing the ZR2 name badge. Instead, we have an entire ZR2 family of performance vehicles to consider. No longer must we […]
From what I’ve seen, few folks are as passionate about their vehicles as truck owners. It makes sense to me: people with trucks often depend on them to be able to get their jobs done and need to know they can count on them day after day. Even if you’re someone who has a truck […]
Learning how to drive a stick shift can feel intimidating. While many automotive enthusiasts sing the gospel of the manual transmission and the extra control it gives you as you get your kicks on the open road, the majority of drivers these days have only ever driven automatic. Being curious about learning to drive stick […]
The SS moniker has long been used to designate a high-performance model from the Chevrolet brand. The SS stands for Super Sport, and it’s been used off and on throughout the history of the automaker for various cars, trucks, and now SUVs. The SS signature was first used all the way back in 1961, but […]
If you’re even slightly interested in the idea of off-roading, you can’t help but drool over the Ford F-150 Raptor. The beefy Raptor set off a trend of factory-built off-road-ready trucks that are so big and powerful that it’s hard to talk about them without sounding like a carnival barker, ushering enthusiasts in with specially-tuned […]
After an iconic 57-year run, the Dodge Charger took its final lap at the end of 2023. The Charger carved out quite a following during its time on the market, boldly tweaking an established formula to become one of America’s favorite muscle cars. After a brief hiatus between 1987 and 2006, the Charger was reintroduced […]
Once the odometer finally ticked over the final mile of its recommended break-in period, it was time to finally take CarLifeNation’s new 2024 test car out for a joyride to see what it really feels like with its full capabilities unlocked. Unfortunately, winter has plagued our New England headquarters, so we weren’t able to fully […]
Motorsport success has been part of the Chevy story since the automaker’s earliest days; in fact, it’s literally in Chevy’s DNA. While other major American automakers have long had a presence in the racing world, Chevy takes the pursuit personally. Browse the list of past Indianapolis 500 winners, and one name will stick out when […]
