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Curbside Classics Archives
CC Newsstand Archive
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![By all accounts, the 2020 Hyundai Palisade and its corporate sibling, the 2020 Kia Telluride, are extremely competitive entries in the mainstream three-row crossover segment. They’re probably responsible for Ford […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/20190425_110736.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Newsstand: Olfactory Senses Offended by 2020 Hyundai Palisade")
Curbside Newsstand: Olfactory Senses Offended by 2020 Hyundai Palisade
Posted on August 31, 2020 | 29 CommentsBy all accounts, the 2020 Hyundai Palisade and its corporate sibling, the 2020 Kia Telluride, are extremely competitive entries in the mainstream three-row crossover segment. They’re probably responsible for Ford […] -
![The old time car manufacturers are mighty sick of watching their stocks continue to droop, and not just because of COVID. GM is currently around $26, down 22% since it […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Barra-GM.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Newsstand: GM To Spin Off Its EV Ops? Saturn II?")
Curbside Newsstand: GM To Spin Off Its EV Ops? Saturn II?
Posted on August 6, 2020 | 47 CommentsThe old time car manufacturers are mighty sick of watching their stocks continue to droop, and not just because of COVID. GM is currently around $26, down 22% since it […] -
![As the Ford Fusion rides off into the sunset, it can only be playing one song: Frank Sinatra’s “My Way.” Production at Ford’s Hermosillo plant ends today for the mid-size […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/fusionmkz2.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Newsstand: RIP Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ – Ford Motor Company’s Last Mid-Size Sedans")
Curbside Newsstand: RIP Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ – Ford Motor Company’s Last Mid-Size Sedans
Posted on July 30, 2020 | 82 CommentsAs the Ford Fusion rides off into the sunset, it can only be playing one song: Frank Sinatra’s “My Way.” Production at Ford’s Hermosillo plant ends today for the mid-size […] -
![When Ford announced their intention to largely ditch passenger cars in April 2018, critics instantly wondered what products would fill the gaps left behind by the loss of vehicles like […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Bronco_Family_01.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Newsstand: 2021 Ford Bronco and 2021 Bronco Sport – Ford Revives an Icon, Launches a Sub-brand, and Officially Pivots to Utilities by Declaring War on Jeep")
Curbside Newsstand: 2021 Ford Bronco and 2021 Bronco Sport – Ford Revives an Icon, Launches a Sub-brand, and Officially Pivots to Utilities by Declaring War on Jeep
Posted on July 14, 2020 | 91 CommentsWhen Ford announced their intention to largely ditch passenger cars in April 2018, critics instantly wondered what products would fill the gaps left behind by the loss of vehicles like […] -
![It goes without saying that death and taxes are basically the only two things guaranteed in life. But there are many more things that come pretty close to joining that […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Screenshot_2020-05-13-NEW-PUMA1.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Newsstand: Ford’s Puma, A Compelling Subcompact Crossover, To Stay In Europe")
Curbside Newsstand: Ford’s Puma, A Compelling Subcompact Crossover, To Stay In Europe
Posted on May 22, 2020 | 19 CommentsIt goes without saying that death and taxes are basically the only two things guaranteed in life. But there are many more things that come pretty close to joining that […] -
![Before Americans purchase EVs en masse, they’ll flock to another type of alternative energy vehicle: the hybrid crossover. That segment has fielded several models since its inception in the mid […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Screenshot_2020-03-30-Setting-the-New-Standard1.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Newsstand: Sooner Or Later, Hybrid Crossovers Will Have Their Day In The Sun")
Curbside Newsstand: Sooner Or Later, Hybrid Crossovers Will Have Their Day In The Sun
Posted on April 1, 2020 | 33 CommentsBefore Americans purchase EVs en masse, they’ll flock to another type of alternative energy vehicle: the hybrid crossover. That segment has fielded several models since its inception in the mid […] -
![VW’s attempts at emulating Tesla are the talk of the industry. CEO Herbert Diess’ publicly avowed bromance for Elon Musk and Tesla have been on display over the past few […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/VW-ID.3__Medium_10135.0.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Newsstand: VW ID3 EV Launch Threatened By Massive Software Glitches; 10,000 Software Engineers Desperately Trying To Fix Them")
Curbside Newsstand: VW ID3 EV Launch Threatened By Massive Software Glitches; 10,000 Software Engineers Desperately Trying To Fix Them
Posted on February 26, 2020 | 35 CommentsVW’s attempts at emulating Tesla are the talk of the industry. CEO Herbert Diess’ publicly avowed bromance for Elon Musk and Tesla have been on display over the past few […] -
![GM’s continued withdrawal from global markets has taken its next step, withdrawing from Australia, New Zealand and Thailand. What’s left of the Holden sales, design and engineering operation are to […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Holden-Super-chicken.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Newsstand: GM Kills Holden Brand; Exits Australia, New Zealand and Thailand – The Future is in EVs and Self-Driving Cars")
Curbside Newsstand: GM Kills Holden Brand; Exits Australia, New Zealand and Thailand – The Future is in EVs and Self-Driving Cars
Posted on February 17, 2020 | 63 CommentsGM’s continued withdrawal from global markets has taken its next step, withdrawing from Australia, New Zealand and Thailand. What’s left of the Holden sales, design and engineering operation are to […] -
![The direct solar-powered car is something of a Holy Grail. A car that can charge itself by just being out in the sun would solve several key objections to EVs: […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Sono.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Future CCs: The Dawn Of Self-Charging Solar EVs Is Here – Up To 21 Miles Of Range A Day From The Sun, Or Even More")
Future CCs: The Dawn Of Self-Charging Solar EVs Is Here – Up To 21 Miles Of Range A Day From The Sun, Or Even More
Posted on February 10, 2020 | 40 CommentsThe direct solar-powered car is something of a Holy Grail. A car that can charge itself by just being out in the sun would solve several key objections to EVs: […] -
![Late in its life, the Frontier has received a heart transplant that should make it feel pretty spry. Nissan decided to equip the lame duck mid-size with a completely new […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/2020-Frontier-Engine_3_4.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Newsstand: Sneak Preview – Nissan Equips Outgoing Frontier With Next Generation Powertrain")
Curbside Newsstand: Sneak Preview – Nissan Equips Outgoing Frontier With Next Generation Powertrain
Posted on February 7, 2020 | 24 CommentsLate in its life, the Frontier has received a heart transplant that should make it feel pretty spry. Nissan decided to equip the lame duck mid-size with a completely new […] -
![Since its early 21st century reboot, Cadillac’s biggest weakness has been its tendency to constantly benchmark its cars against BMW and Mercedes. While the Escalade successfully built its own identity, […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/20160330_150049-1200x675-1.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Newsstand: Cadillac’s Sedans Are Probably Going The Way Of The Dodo Bird, Starting With The CT6")
Curbside Newsstand: Cadillac’s Sedans Are Probably Going The Way Of The Dodo Bird, Starting With The CT6
Posted on February 4, 2020 | 51 CommentsSince its early 21st century reboot, Cadillac’s biggest weakness has been its tendency to constantly benchmark its cars against BMW and Mercedes. While the Escalade successfully built its own identity, […] -
![Is there anything more gimmicky than a free maintenance plan on a new car? Pin stripes or other cosmetic dealer add-ons might be worse, but at least those might be […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/20190425_110334.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Newsstand: Hyundai Latest Company To Offer ‘Free Maintenance’ Program")
Curbside Newsstand: Hyundai Latest Company To Offer ‘Free Maintenance’ Program
Posted on February 2, 2020 | 22 CommentsIs there anything more gimmicky than a free maintenance plan on a new car? Pin stripes or other cosmetic dealer add-ons might be worse, but at least those might be […] -
![Celebrity endorsements always help generate buzz. And there’s no better time to feature one than during the Super Bowl. Remember when Matthew Broderick spoofed Ferris Bueller’s Day Off to plug […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/20190425_143707.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Newsstand: Jeep Hopes Bill Murray Can Reverse Sales Slide")
Curbside Newsstand: Jeep Hopes Bill Murray Can Reverse Sales Slide
Posted on February 1, 2020 | 27 CommentsCelebrity endorsements always help generate buzz. And there’s no better time to feature one than during the Super Bowl. Remember when Matthew Broderick spoofed Ferris Bueller’s Day Off to plug […] -
![Ford’s decision to collaborate with Rivian is part of the company’s “anything goes” EV strategy. Basically, Ford wants to introduce EVs at a rapid clip and will work with competitors […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/20160330_150217-1200x675-1.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Newsstand: Lincoln’s Future Includes Rivian Sourced EV, But Does Not Include Sedans")
Curbside Newsstand: Lincoln’s Future Includes Rivian Sourced EV, But Does Not Include Sedans
Posted on January 31, 2020 | 11 CommentsFord’s decision to collaborate with Rivian is part of the company’s “anything goes” EV strategy. Basically, Ford wants to introduce EVs at a rapid clip and will work with competitors […] -
![No one wants to think about being in collision, but it’s something that impacts us, whether we’re involved in one or not. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) recently […]](https://i0.wp.com/www.curbsideclassic.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Screenshot_2019-11-30-Toyota-Safety-Sense.jpg?resize=115%2C115&ssl=1 "Curbside Newsstand: IIHS Revises Side Impact Crash Test For Better Real World Accuracy")
Curbside Newsstand: IIHS Revises Side Impact Crash Test For Better Real World Accuracy
Posted on January 28, 2020 | 79 CommentsNo one wants to think about being in collision, but it’s something that impacts us, whether we’re involved in one or not. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) recently […]
