minivan
Kia’s Karting-Themed Sedona to Debut at SEMA
SEMA is an annual event that allows automakers, tuner companies and aftermarket firms to showcase their hottest, most exciting products. Surprisingly the folks at Kia have decided to bring a modified minivan. SAY WHAT?!
Should I Buy a Used Chevrolet Astro or GMC Safari?
The Workhorse Not-So-Minivan Vehicle Overview After a decade on the market, General Motor’s “mid-size” vans received their one and only update for the 1996 model year. The short wheelbase version of the van was dropped this year and styling was modified to better resemble the larger full-size GM vans. Base model Astros/Safaris featured a utilitarian…
Honda Odyssey vs. Chevrolet Tahoe vs. Infiniti QX60
Apparently family values matter. Conservative politicians tap-dance around these issues, pundits prognosticate about their demise and segments of the driving population make them a central issue when it’s time to purchase a new vehicle. Not surprisingly they play a starring role in this week’s installment of Ask AutoGuide.
Chrysler Stow ‘n Go Seats Slated for Improvement
Chrysler’s “Stow ‘n Go” seating system makes converting the vans for optimal cargo carrying easy, but not easy enough.
Chrysler Expected to Announce New Minivans Soon
An announcement about Chrysler’s next generation of minivans is expected very soon although it in’t clear when that will happen.
2014 Kia Sedona Scores Five-Star Crash Rating
Kia’s 2014 Sedona minivan is one of the latest vehicles to earn a five-star crash safety rating.
Ask AutoGuide No. 27 – 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2014 Dodge Journey vs. 2014 Kia Sorento
As you know, (or at least you should) our (usually) weekly feature Ask AutoGuide is all about helping readers in need (or for our own amusement). People require vehicle-buying advice and we provide guidance (it’s in our name after all). Give and receive, that’s how it works; it’s just like Christmas except Old Saint AutoGuide…
Five-Point Inspection: 2014 Kia Rondo
Plenty of great vehicles around the world skip American showrooms. For various reasons the business decision is made that selling vehicle “x” in the U.S. doesn’t make sense and it’s never offered.
Ford S-Max Concept Monitors Passenger Health Status
Ford’s minivan isn’t sold in the U.S., but when the brand debuts the new S-Max concept in a little over a week, it will preview the next step in its global design language.
Ask AutoGuide No. 5 – In the Family Way
Last week was a lot like the British ocean liner Lusitania; it got sunk, but this time around it wasn’t the Kaiser’s fault. Instead of falling prey to a German U-Boat it was torpedoed by the New York Auto Show.
2014 Honda Odyssey Gaining Standard 6-Speed Auto
Minivans are the most economical way to move lots of people and stuff. They’re spacious, comfortable and pretty carlike from a driving perspective. Good news for enthusiasts of the genre, Honda is updating its class-leading Odyssey for the 2014 model year.
Honda Pilot, Odyssey Recalled: 748,000 Units Affected
Honda is recalling certain 2009-13 Pilot SUVs and 2011-13 Odyssey minivans because of a problem with the driver’s side airbag.
Dodge Expanding “Blacktop Package” to Seven-Passenger Models
Dodge is bringing a touch of style to the seven-passenger vehicles in its lineup. Starting a little later this year Grand Caravan, Durango and Journey buyers will have the option of ordering a unique “Blacktop” package on these vehicles, which adds a healthy dose of design flair without breaking the bank.
2014 Ford Transit Connect: A People-Focused Salvo into the Commercial Van Market
Ford made several important product announcements at a media event in Detroit this morning. Borrowing from its global portfolio, the Dearborn-based automaker is bringing an impressive array of commercial vehicles to the North American market, including a brand-new version of the Transit Connect.
Chrysler Minivans Now Available with Blu-Ray Player
Dora the Explorer, Bob the Builder or whatever your kids want to watch are now available in Chrysler and Dodge minivans in Blu-Ray high definition.
Top 10 Most Important Cars of All Time
Cars have shaped the world we live in by giving mobility to the masses. Over the past century and beyond there have been plenty of revolutionary vehicles, not to mention quite a few clunkers.
2013 Nissan Quest Priced From $26,815
Today, the 2013 Nissan Quest arrived at dealerships priced from $26,815, including delivery, with a short list of price adjustments and updates.
MINI Traveler Mule Previews New Minivan- Spy Photos
Rumor had it that MINI was looking into creating a minivan to add some more versatility to its lineup, and today our spy photos confirm that MINI is working on an early protoype of the car to prepare it for production.
Chrysler Town & Country Recalled for Faulty Liftgate: 471 Units Affected
Chrysler is recalling 471 Town & Country minivans because of a liftgate issue that might increase the risk of a limb being caught during closing.
Chrysler Town & Country Plug-In Hybrid Specs Revealed
Last week, Chrysler announced delivery of four plug-in hybrid Town & Country minivans to the Auburn Hills city of Michigan as the initial part of an extensive two-year hybrid development project worth $25.8 million. Today, company delivered eight more units to the Duke Energy utility company as part of the two-year project. As the only minivan to boast a…
Nissan Quest Recalled for Software Defect, 23,531 Units Affected
Nissan has announced a recall on Quest minivans manufactured from July 29, 2010 through February 21, 2012. Due to a flaw in its software programming, an insufficient supply of fuel to the engine may occur when the Quest is driven slowly along a descent or idling on a decline with a 1/4 tank of fuel…
Ford B-MAX Revealed Before 2012 Geneva Motor Show
Unveiled before its 2012 Geneva Auto Show debut in March, the brand new Ford B-MAX mini-minivan (the term in Europe is mini MPV) showcases a couple new innovations from the American automaker. Based on a tidy Ford Fiesta platform, the heart of the B-MAX is Ford’s clever 1.0-liter Ecoboost engine producing 123-hp while reaching an…
Buick Crossover To Debut At 2012 Detroit Auto Show
Amid news of an introduction for both the Cadillac ATS and Chevrolet Sonic RS at this year’s 2012 North American International Auto Show comes news of a third vehicle – a Buick crossover – that will also make its debut. The crossover will reportedly be based on a platform that underpins the Opel Meriva (above)…
Toyota To Export 6,000 Camry Sedans To South Korea
The South Korean auto market has long been dominated by domestic automakers like Hyundai and Kia, but Toyota is planning to make a play by sending 6,000 American-built Camrys to South Korea. Deliveries will begin starting in January, 2012. Toyota has been exporting the Sienna minivan since November, and also sells the Corolla, Prius and…
