SUV News & Advice

While there was concern demand in SUVs would wane, Ford is showing otherwise. The manufacturer announced it would keep its Louisville, Kentucky plant open an extra week in July to meet the growing demand for the Ford Escape and the Lincoln MKC. Normally, there’s a two-week shutdown in July for its Louisville plant. However, with demand for...

There’s no doubt the Ford Expedition is commanding. One look at its bold profile illustrates this. Then, there are the SUV’s amazing performance capabilities, where the road warrior tows 9,200 pounds, placing it on par with what you would expect from a pickup truck. Simply, the Ford Expedition is the perfect combination of what happens when you...

Hyundai recently unveiled its new subcompact Kona SUV. The company says the vehicle is designed to appeal to urban customers who have active lifestyles. What stands out about the vehicle is its bold exterior design. "With the Kona, we have created a stylish and highly functional compact SUV, perfectly suited to the needs of customers who pursue challenging,...

SUVs have many benefits that make them appealing options. However, based on the latest research conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, it seems many manufacturers overlooked a key component of their SUV’s safety: their headlights. The IIHS tested headlights on 37 models, then assigned each SUV a grade based on its findings. Those conclusions are...

When the National Aeronautics and Space Administration unveils a concept vehicle, people pay attention. The agency recently revealed its new Mars rover concept at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. The complex commissioned the construction of the vehicle without use of taxpayer dollars. NASA says it was unveiled, “with a goal of inspiration and education as...

With the demand of SUVs being at an all-time high, you have more choices now than ever before. This demand drives competition to the point manufacturers are competing for your business by offering models with more standard features at affordable prices. Since value relates to your priorities, it’s important to assess those first before selecting a vehicle....

The innovations in vehicle technology can protect you in the event of an accident, and now, thanks to OnStar, they can help you adopt smarter driving behaviors as well. Recently, OnStar announced its newest feature Smart Driver. How Smart Driver Works If you have a vehicle with OnStar capabilities, you can enroll in this program. Once you do,...

If you have or plan to have a growing family, then having a vehicle with ample interior space is a must have, as it gives you and your passengers enough room for cargo and comfort. Thankfully, third-row SUVs are the perfect vehicles to accommodate your family’s needs, both now and into the future. What’s more, there’s...

Road trips personify Americana. There’s nothing more liberating than getting behind the wheel of your favorite SUV and exploring America’s vast attractions. With summer upcoming, it represents a time where many will step behind the wheel and do just that. If you plan to join these road warriors, it’s important you prepare ahead of time as...

Memorial Day is one of our most important holidays. While people can sometimes confuse its meaning with that of Veteran’s Day, the holiday is designed for remembering people who died while serving in our country’s armed forces. Veteran’s Day, on the other hand, celebrates the service of all U.S. military veterans. Therefore, many view Memorial Day...

Delivering high-end performance has become a huge focal point for manufacturers as they look for every edge to differentiate themselves from the rest of the pack. One of the most common ways to enhance performance is to shed some of the vehicle’s weight--an approach Chevrolet has chosen to employ with its new 2018 Equinox model. 2018 Equinox...

Volvo vehicles are known for superior craftsmanship. The manufacturer pays careful attention to its design and operational execution of its models. As such, driving a Volvo has become a statement of quality and luxury. Now, it could also be a symbolic gesture of what’s to come. Volvo Chief Executive Hakan Sameulssonn announced to the Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung,...