We all know that Volkswagen is trying to distance itself from its crushing diesel emissions scandal in the United States. The company has suffered severe financial consequences from it and needs to bounce back in a major way. The company not only needs to win back the hearts of American consumers, but also dealers. By no...
Published January 13, 2017 by Elizabeth JeneaultSUV News & Advice
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Buick’s Chinese-built Envision luxury crossover receives a series of updates for the 2017 model year. There are now more affordable trim levels for consumers to choose from. The 2016 Envision came with two trim level choices. The 2017 model has five. The three new additions are the Base, Preferred and Essence models. The additions help reduce...
Published January 13, 2017 by Elizabeth JeneaultThe 5 Roomiest Full-Size SUVs
Full-size SUVs are excellent for those seeking ample interior space and more than capable power under the hood. Touching on the former point more, space is a premium many factor in as one of the main influencers in their buying decisions. Practically, this makes sense. Midsize SUVs are perfect for growing families. Because of this, the more...
Published January 13, 2017 by Sean JacksonFall is the perfect time to pack your friends and family into your sports utility vehicle and take them on a road trip! Whether you plan on taking your SUV to a remote area to do some hunting or just to check out the leaves as they change color, there are plenty of accessories on the...
Published January 12, 2017 by Elizabeth JeneaultIt has the styling of a coupe but the spaciousness of an SUV. It’s the Audi Q8 luxury concept vehicle and it was unveiled at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. It’s the basis for a production model that Audi plans to launch in 2018. “The Q8 concept is an Audi in peak form,” said...
Published January 11, 2017 by Elizabeth JeneaultFord is making a major investment in electric vehicles. It recently announced its plan to introduce 13 new global electrified vehicles in the next five years. It's certainly a lofty goal. Included in the plan is a fully electric SUV with an expected range of at least 300 miles. It's a range Ford says it knows...
Published January 10, 2017 by Elizabeth JeneaultIt was incredibly exciting news for SUV enthusiasts in California. Uber officially announced on Dec. 14, 2016 that it had expanded its self-driving car service to sunny California. It launched its fleet of self-driving SUVs in San Francisco, giving people a chance to check out the sights and sounds of the city all while in a...
Published January 9, 2017 by Elizabeth JeneaultIt’s a futuristic sports utility vehicle with doors that open as the driver approaches. It’s able to race from 0 to 60 miles per hour in under 2.5 seconds. It’s the FF 91. Faraday Future unveiled the SUV ahead of the 2017 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. It’s the American start-up company’s first vehicle slated...
Published January 7, 2017 by Elizabeth JeneaultIIHS Names Safest 2017 SUV Models
82 vehicles earned the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s praise for 2017. The IIHS is a non-profit organization that’s supported by auto insurers. It works to reduce the number of motor vehicle crashes each year as well as the rate of injuries and amount of property damage. Of the 82 vehicles that earned the non-profit’s Top...
Published January 4, 2017 by Elizabeth JeneaultMany of us purchase sports utility vehicles because they often come with all-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. If you live in an area that frequently gets pounded by snow, having an AWD vehicle can certainly help put you at ease. We’re reminded of the benefit of it when we see drivers in tiny passenger cars slipping...
Published December 29, 2016 by Elizabeth JeneaultIt’s one of the largest annual auto shows in North America and it helps kick off the new year in a big way. The North American International Auto Show will be held in Detroit, Michigan from Jan. 8 through Jan. 22. Detroit has hosted an auto show for over a century, although its focus was strictly...
Published December 28, 2016 by Elizabeth Jeneault5 Holiday Travel Tips for SUV Owners
With the holiday season in full swing, many will use this time to travel out of town to visit loved ones, friends, or even take a well-deserved vacation. To ensure you have your SUV ready for this fun yet hectic time of the year, here are some travel tips to assist you. Plan Your Trips Against the...
Published December 22, 2016 by Sean Jackson