Entries by Gabrielle DeSantis

Where Does the Term “Shotgun” Come From?

We’ve all been there, walking to the car with a group of friends, ready for a road trip, when all of a sudden you hear “shotgun.” Everyone who stayed silent moans in despair, forced into the backseat, while the vocal one of your group lives it up in the front. But where did the calling/riding […]

This Is Why Mazdaspeed Dissapeared

Remember Mazdaspeed? We do, but we wouldn’t be surprised if some of our younger readers have no idea what it is. Let’s start with a little history lesson. In the late 1990s and into the early 2000s, OEMs began to embrace the “tuner” scene and lean into marketing to the enthusiast demographic. As a result, […]

Consumer Reports: Best New Cars for Tall Drivers

It would be ideal if everyone fit into all cars, but that isn’t the case. Tall drivers often have trouble fitting into smaller vehicles, but not these options. Vehicles like the Kia Soul, BMW 7 Series, Audi A6, and Subaru Impreza are new car options that leave a little wiggle room for leggier drivers. The […]