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2022 Ford Explorer Timberline Puts Sports Back Into Sports-Utilities

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After years of existing in the wilderness, Ford Motor Company is taking the midsize Ford Explorer back into the woods. And it hopes the move will help get the midsize SUV out of the woods […]

Why Do Mazdas Feel So Special? Mazda Engineer Dave Coleman Reveals Secrets

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Have you ever wondered why a Mazda feels like a Mazda and nothing else? We’ll have the answer for you in our exclusive interview with Dave Coleman, Mazda Vehicle Dynamics Manager. Host Jack Nerad had […]

Volvo Transforms Itself with All-New C40 Recharge EV

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Volvo is turning itself into a completely new brand with a strong emphasis on EVs. The latest example of that is the all-new Volvo C40 Recharge, a vehicle we got a chance to test drive […]

What Does GM-Honda Electric Vehicle Partnership Mean to You?

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Two global giants that many feel are past their prime have gotten together on a major joint venture to build electric vehicles. General Motors and Honda have announced plans to codevelop a series of “affordable […]

Ford Shows Off 2023 Ford F-150 Rattler — New, Affordable Off-Roader

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Ford has just introduced a new low-priced off-road version of the F-150 pickup that is sure to be a hit. And we’ll tell you all about it in this episode of America on the Road. […]

Jeep’s Jim Morrison Details How Brand Will Move Forward with EVs

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Jeep continues to move toward electrification while retaining all the capabilities that it is known for. The latest example of that is the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe, a plug-in hybrid version of the new […]

Ford Intros 5 New Mustang Models

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For the 2022 model year, the Mustang will offer five new special edition models while standing pat mechanically. With no major changes this year in powertrain or suspension, the special editions should give buyers a […]

Can Ford Leverage the F-150 Lightning into EV Pickup Dominance?

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Battery-electric pickup trucks are top of mind right now, and Ford has taken the early lead in the sweepstakes with its 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning. What does that truck deliver? And how will Ford capitalize […]

Will New Kia EV6 Change Brand Forever?

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Kia is seeking to change the way it is perceived — shifting from being a value brand to a maker of leading-edge electric vehicles. It’s a big change, and we have one of the architects […]

2022 Ram 1500 Built to Serve Firefighter Edition

Ram CEO Mike Koval Tells How Brand Will Compete in an Increasingly Electrified Future

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For those not paying attention, Ram is on a roll. Despite inventory shortages that have plagued the industry, the truck brand finished 2021 with a sales increase. Ram brand total year sales were up 4 […]