When Volvo was founded in 1927, the guiding principle of the brand was to build vehicles that would keep their drivers safe on the road. Over the past century, the Swedish manufacturer has never wavered from that goal, leading the way with safety technologies from three-point seatbelts to side airbags. Today, Volvo has ten models […]
Author: Wyatt Moreton
Wyatt holds a degree in military history and got his start as a writer blogging about naval history, only to end up in the automotive world after binge-watching Initial D and Wangan Midnight. He is a fan of all things sports cars and JDM but is best known for driving his soft-top Mazda Miata every day, even when there are several feet of snow on the ground. When he is not writing about cars or attending local autocross events, he continues to pursue his passion for history and other forms of writing.
INFINITI – Yes, It Still Exists
The 1980s were a heady time for the Japanese automobile industry. Not content with taking over the American economy car market and building some of the most iconic sports cars in history, the Japanese manufacturers decided to move upmarket and establish luxury branches to compete with prestigious brands like Mercedes and Cadillac. Honda launched Acura […]
How Many Gears Does a Transmission Need?
When the Ford Model T hit the roads in 1908, it came with a 2-speed transmission. Today, Ford equips models from the Mustang to the F-150 with a 10-speed transmission. Ford isn’t alone in pursuing the proliferation of gears either. Toyota has introduced its own 10-speed for the new Tundra, and Honda has even designed […]
Goodbye V12, Hello Electrification! Ultimate Luxury in the 2023 BMW 7 Series
BMW may be slowly shifting from sports sedans to SUVs, but when it comes to ultimate luxury, the Bavarian brand’s flagship remains the opulent 7 Series sedan. The full-size model has always aimed to blend incredible comfort, convenience, and capability to create a vehicle that has it all. The fully redesigned 2023 BMW 7 Series […]
Can You Tell an S-Class From a G-Class? Mercedes Model Names Explained
Mercedes might be among the most prestigious names in the automobile industry, and almost anyone alive can recognize the three-pointed star, but that incredible name recognition doesn’t exactly extend to the brand’s models. Unless you are a car enthusiast (or at least a Mercedes fan), names like “S-Class” or “GLE” probably don’t mean much to […]
What Can 17 Digits Tell You About Your Car? Explaining Vehicle Identification Numbers
Every car manufactured in the past 40 years comes with a unique 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) stamped in several strategic areas. This code is used to track the vehicle from the day it is built throughout its entire life, identifying it in legal documents and vehicle history reports. You can see the VIN for […]
Meet the Top 7 Most Luxurious Off-Road Adventurers Around
Off-roading is supposed to be a rugged and adventurous activity, dominated by stripped-down vehicles that are often lacking doors and roofs. You can’t have serious trail-oriented performance without making some sacrifices when it comes to creature comforts, right? Well, some of the world’s top luxury brands are out to dispel those ideas with plush vehicles […]
It’s Bigger, But Is It Better? The 2023 Honda HR-V
The Honda HR-V occupied an interesting place in the Honda lineup–with the demise of the Honda Fit, the HR-V became the most affordable option in the Honda family, undercutting the Civic by around $500. While it didn’t offer much in the way of off-road capability or dynamic handling, the HR-V did provide some exceptional cargo […]
Tower Above the Crowd: How to Buy a Lifted Truck
Do you like the tall ride height and improved ground clearance of a truck or SUV? These features are behind the surging popularity of larger vehicles, but what if you could have even more? A lifted truck or SUV can boost you even higher above the surrounding traffic, take on rougher terrain, and generally stand […]
Move Over WRX, the 2023 Toyota GR Corolla Is Here!
The Impreza WRX earned a lot of street cred as a rally car in the WRC circuit, with its iconic blue livery and legendary drivers like Colin McRae, Richard Burns, and Petter Solberg. But it’s been 14 years since Subaru has even participated in the WRC, and a new rally car is here to take […]
Should I Use Premium Fuel? What You Need to Know About Filling Your Tank
You pull up to the gas tank and are asked to choose between the three grades of fuel. You go to hit “Regular” like always, but hesitate as you find yourself wondering if maybe you should treat your car to some premium fuel. If you have ever found yourself in this situation, you might be […]
A New Wind Is Blowing – The 2023 Maserati Grecale
These days it seems that you can’t drive a block without passing a half dozen BMW and Mercedes SUVs. Even Porsche is beginning to lose its aura as more and more Macans roll out from Stuttgart. So what do you buy when you want a luxury SUV that stands out from the crowd, but you […]
Why You Shouldn’t Fear Rear Wheel Drive
Ask the average driver what they think about rear-wheel drive, and you will likely hear that rear-wheel drive makes a car uncontrollable bad weather–likely accompanied by dire predictions of fishtailing all over the road and crashing if you ever take a rear-wheel drive car out in the rain, or worse yet, snow. Well, CarBuyerLabs is […]
Why Lexus Is the Best-Selling Luxury SUV Brand on the Market
Lexus is a brand of many firsts. Not only was it the first Japanese luxury brand in the American market, it was the first luxury brand to release an SUV. Since the 1996 Lexus LX kickstarted the modern luxury SUV craze, we have seen every luxury brand on the market release their own models for […]
What is Your Vehicle History Report Not Telling You?
If you are shopping for a used car, then you have probably heard of CARFAX or AutoCheck vehicle history reports. With the rise of the internet and online car shopping, third-party vehicle history reports have become an integral part of buying and selling used cars. On the surface, these reports are authoritative overviews of a […]
Why Do Cars Have Model Years?
Have you ever stopped to wonder why cars are always identified by a model year? It may seem obvious on the surface–cars change every year, and the model year tells you what year it was built. But while that is partly true, it isn’t entirely accurate, and it isn’t the full story. Many model years […]
IIHS to Set Safety Ratings for Partial Automation
When you’re shopping for a car, there are two major safety ratings you should look for: the number of stars (out of five) from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the picks and ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Both of these organizations are dedicated to improving safety on the […]
Plug-In Hybrid Performance: The 2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale Is Here
The launch of the 2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale is big news for a relatively small brand. Currently, Alfa Romeo only offers two models to American drivers: the Giulia sports sedan and the Stelvio compact SUV. The new Tonale marks the brand’s entry into the growing subcompact SUV segment, as well as the brand’s first step […]
Off-Road Ready or Appearance Package? AT4 vs Wilderness vs Timberline vs Trailsport
If you haven’t been paying attention, off-roading is getting big, and every major manufacturer seems to be cashing in. While beasts like the 2022 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392, the 2022 Chevy Silverado ZR2, the 2021 Ford Bronco Wildtrak, and the 2021 Ram 1500 TRX rightfully lay claim to most of the fame and glory, what […]
Staying Safe: How Driver-Assist Systems Actually Work
If you have been shopping for a new car, you are likely well aware that every manufacturer is loading its latest models with all kinds of active safety features and driver-assist systems. However, you may be left wondering exactly what all these systems are and how they work. While modern safety technology may seem like […]