car-chronicles

2025 Lincoln Aviator First Drive: Still a beautiful example of American luxury

Aug 27, 2024 by admin
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WEST BLOOMFIELD, Mich. — The Lincoln Aviator was a real tentpole, flag-in-the-ground moment for Lincoln five years ago. Built on a completely new rear-drive-based platform that was actually tweaked for Lincoln’s use, it drove like a top-tier luxury SUV and looked the part. Although it could’ve been pitched as a value proposition, it was also a fully competitive answer to three-row luxury SUVs like the Acura MDX, Volvo XC90 or Audi Q7 based on merit alone. read more

2025 Genesis G80 First Drive Review: Classic luxury through and through

Aug 27, 2024 by admin
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A long-running trend in the luxury car segment has been prioritizing performance over comfort. A lot of the credit for this can be laid at the tires of BMW and Audi, or at least those that followed their lead, especially Cadillac in the mid- to late-2000s. As driving enthusiasts, we generally have appreciated the fruits of this trend (Cadillac builds some of the best sports sedans in the world, good enough for one of our own editors to own). But it does mean that a more traditional, comfort-focused luxury car is harder to find. Genesis, though, has such a car in its 2025 G80, and when it’s in its element, it’s sublime. read more

Walmart slashed the price of this mini chainsaw by 59% for Labor Day

Aug 27, 2024 by admin
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For many, Labor Day marks the end of the lawn care season. The colder weather will be rolling in soon and the yard just won't look the same for the next few months. Because of this, though, there are tons of great lawn care deals available online to wrap up the season. Right now, Walmart has an absolutely killer deal on a miniature chainsaw, it's a fantastic 59% off bringing the total price down to a measly $36.99. read more

2025 Honda Civic Type R gets an $800 price increase over the 2024

Aug 27, 2024 by admin
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Honda's been tweaking the Civic lineup for the 2025 model year, a time of refreshing. The biggest update is the addition of a powerful, efficient Civic Hybrid that replaces the 180-hp, 1.5-liter turbocharged option and shares a lot with the hybrid available in the Honda Accord and CR-V. The Civic's suspension gets retuned for 2025, although the changes only result in minor improvements felt behind the wheel. Similarly, subtle updates to the Civic's exterior style are seen around the front fascia, also minor enough that shoppers may not notice. A new 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system sits atop the dash of the on top-level Sport Touring and Civic SI grades, powered by Google Built-In and offering access to apps through the Play Store. read more

2025 Chevrolet Equinox First Drive: Steady as she goes

Aug 27, 2024 by admin
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MINNEAPOLIS – With GM still heavily committed to electrification, the launch of the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox comes at an awkward time. Not to be confused with the battery-powered and mechanically unrelated Equinox EV, the standard Equinox is not only not electric, it’s not even available as a hybrid. With the ranks of ICE-only compact SUVs rapidly shrinking, one wonders how Chevy plans to keep its mainstream people-mover relevant. read more

Save $450 on a new Jackery 1000 portable power station thanks to this limited time Amazon deal

Aug 27, 2024 by admin
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If you've been considering diving into the world of portable power this year, this limited time Amazon deal could save you hundreds. A portable power station or generator can be life-saving backup power solution for camping trips, tailgates or in an emergency. If you've got experience in camping or overlanding, there's a good chance you already know all about Jackery power stations. Jackery is one of the biggest brands in the portable power space and thanks to this deal, you can get one of their most powerful offerings, the Jackery 1000, for 45% off the standard price right now ($999), bringing the power station down to just $549. In fact, the brand is offering multiple deals right now which you can check out here if you're so inclined, but this one is probably our favorite. It won't last forever, though, so if you're interested, you can check it out right here or learn more below. read more