What is the Toyota Fortuner?

2021 Toyota Fortuner

One in a series of articles examining car models not sold in the U.S. market. The Toyota Fortuner is a mid-size SUV built by this Japanese brand since 2004. The Fortuner came to replace the highly successful 4Runner, as it was discontinued in most global markets (but not in the … Read more

What is Hercules Electric Vehicles?

Hercules Alpha

So many electric vehicle startups, so little time. Aptera, Baker, Coda, Detroit Electric, Dyson, and Fisker, are among the names that sought to challenge Tesla and failed. Or, in the case of Dyson, some never got beyond the conceptual phase. More recently, we have seen a host of new players … Read more

What is the Suzuki Alto?

Suzuki Alto

One in a series of articles examining car models not sold in the U.S. market. The Suzuki Alto is a microcar, better known as a Kei car in the Japanese market. The term ‘kei’ stands for light automobile, which is certainly true for the Alto since it is extremely small … Read more

The Pros and Cons of Using Electric Vehicles in Your Fleet

electric fleet vehicles

Fleet management and planning for electric vehicle deployment. The time has finally arrived – with the continual shift toward electrification picking up serious traction, the transition to electric vehicle (EV) fleets is underway. With the right implementation strategy, electric vehicles have the power to optimize your fleet’s productivity and take … Read more

Will We See a Lexus UC Version of the Toyota 86?

Lexus UC hybrid

Rumor: A plug-in hybrid Lexus UC may be under development The rumors first surfaced in late June and only became stronger through the extended Independence Day weekend. When we learned that Lexus might develop a version of the Toyota 86, which itself is derived from the Subaru BRZ, that caught … Read more

All-New 2021 Kia Sorento Ups the Refinement

2021 Kia Sorento

An all-new Kia Sorento brings class and distinction to the midsize crossover segment. Let us come to this conclusion: the Kia Telluride is one hot commodity. Indeed, since it rolled out in 2019 for the 2020 model year, Kia has been unable to keep up with demand. This means dealerships … Read more

NIO: A New Player Has Entered the EV Game

what is NIO

2024 Update:  According to Electrek, NIO wants their cars to be available in the US sometime in 2025 but that’s easier said than done and the timeline may be pushed back. The European electric car market is becoming all the more diverse as one of the world’s newest automotive startups … Read more

Driven: 2021 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat (the Beast)

2021 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat review

Dodge brings an SRT Hellcat to the Durango line. The Dodge Durango needs little introduction, a three-row midsize utility vehicle with room for seven. In a sea of crossovers, the Durango supplies standard rear-wheel drive and a look that is about as aggressive as they come. Beyond its appearance, Dodge … Read more