Leigh Fields

Crossover SUVs are all the rage these days and the Toyota C-HR is a fun, reliable option that’s an all-around great buy. The C-HR was first introduced in 2016 and was basically Toyota’s way of disrupting its own traditional, humdrum architectural design. The crossover’s offbeat style is attractive to young buyers but still appeals to …

Detroit based carmakers Ford and General Motors have ramped up production to help answer the demand for life-saving ventilators and other healthcare devices as COVID-19 cases rise above 300,000.  GM is working to generate 10,000 ventilators each month starting mid-April while Ford is working to manufacture 50,000 within the next 100 days. The shift in …

While we are spending more time at home in observance of social distancing guidelines, the demand for home entertainment has increased tremendously. We invite you to take a walk down memory lane with a lot of great car films from the 1970s available for you to stream or rent right from your home. The Godfather (1972) …

If you’re a car enthusiast who feels stuck at home now that your governor has ordered residents to shelter in place, we totally understand. It would be great to leave the kids behind for a few hours of automotive bliss. But that doesn’t mean the kids can take care of themselves. Or even that it’s …

Automakers are capitalizing on consumer nostalgia with remakes of classic SUVs. Here are three of the most anticipated SUVs on the verge of a major comeback. Land Rover Defender  The legendary Land Rover Defender recently returned to the U.S. market this spring for the first time since 1997. Initially named the Land Rover 90 and …

Automaker General Motors is looking to extend a token of appreciation to healthcare heroes with the GM First Responder Discount. Healthcare professionals looking to step into a new GM vehicle between now and June 30 can take advantage of the discount as well as 0% financing for seven years and delayed payment incentives. The First …

I have still been thinking about who is really going to be able to buy a used or new car these days. The COVID-19 pandemic is devastating global communities and overwhelming emergency rooms. The disease has progressed from a health emergency to a financial one as well.  Over 700K jobs were cut in March as …

Carmakers across the globe are creating specialized payment plans to help relieve new and current customers as the coronavirus pandemic impacts our daily lives. Conversely, carmakers are also offering enhanced online purchasing experiences to help boost their plummeting sales. Here are some of the best carmaker responses to the coronavirus pandemic we have seen so …

During tough times and periods of uncertainty, there are few greater remedies than being out on the road and exploring nature’s wonders. The current lineup of SUVs for 2020 include a variety of features designed just for going slightly off course. Here we have gathered a few vehicles that can make your next camping experience …

There are some pretty serious car deals and various financing options available in the wake of the ongoing crisis. Automakers are desperate to make sales and minimize projected deficits as we near toward a potential recession. If you’ve been on the hunt for a new car, here are a few of the most popular car …

Carmakers are set to experience their lowest retail sales since the Great Recession as stay-at-home laws take effect and other COVID-19 prevention measures are implemented. As a result, car dealerships have been forced to close as 35 states and counting have ordered non-essential businesses to temporarily shut their doors. In order to salvage sales opportunities, carmakers are …

Mitsubishi Motors has achieved numerous dishonors within the last few including Japan’s worse automaker in 2016. That same year, Consumer Reports gave the manufacturer an average reliability score but wouldn’t endorse a specific vehicle. In 2017, Mitsubishi was among the lowest car rankings on the JD Power Dependability Survey.  In 2020, Mitsubishi is making grand …

Business models and project plans are unraveling as uncertainty becomes our new norm and with local government lockdowns and social distancing guidelines, car dealerships, in particular, are taking a hit. Used car sale giants like CarMax, AutoNation and LKQ Corp have plunged more than 20%. Sales on new vehicles have also dropped significantly as consumer …

Recently, Honda announced the first-ever CR-V Hybrid for the United States. This 2020 vehicle aims to please with snazzy features, relative affordability, and fuel efficiency. For Honda, it’s not just about making a decent hybrid crossover, but making the CR-V Hybrid the best CR-V to date. The Japanese manufacturer’s goal is to make two-thirds of …

Since its creation in 1966, the Toyota Corolla has accelerated the car industry with its value and reliability.  The Corolla has sold over 46 million units worldwide, equaling a total driving distance of over 50 round trips between Earth and the sun.  This sedan is the top-selling nameplate in the world and has been customarily …

The Mercedes Benz GLC 350e 4MATIC is a versatile hybrid that incorporates style, luxury, and expanded electric range. The hybrid version of the 2020-GLC Class was officially revealed at the Frankfurt Motor Show last fall. The refreshed 350e GLC is just Mercedes’ third generation of hybrid-plugin vehicles. The most notable upgrade to the 2020 rendition of this …

Whether you like the company or not, Tesla has revolutionized the electric-car industry. And its Model 3 is a more affordable way to obtain your own version of a Tesla electric car. What makes Tesla the leading company in the electric-car market is that Tesla vehicles were always intended to be electric. Tesla didn’t have …

Taking your car in for minor repairs can be costly and time-consuming, which makes learning how to complete some of your own car maintenance projects even more valuable. While working on your own car can be intimidating, there are plenty of projects you can complete on your own time based on your car’s specific needs. …

The year 2020 is an exciting time for new cars even against the backdrop of impending doom. For a little escape, take a look at these fresh cars to buy this spring that range from refreshed to all-new. 2020 Alfa Romeo Stelvio The Alfa Romeo Stelvio is a high-powered SUV revamped with futuristic interior and …

In order to support the growing crisis in Britain related to the COVID-19 outbreak, UK based auto companies are being asked to help the local community by building more health equipment, including breathing ventilators during this unprecedented pandemic. This initiative is about optimizing production availability and saving as many lives as possible. Jaguar Land Rover …