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2013 NAIAS Full-Size Truck Wrap – Bright Future?

After two days of attending the media preview days at the 2013 North America International Auto Show in Detroit, MI, here are some final thoughts. In short, differences in models are closing, gas-powered only engines is shrinking and some automakers don’t seem to care about the full-size truck market.

2013 NAIAS Wrap-up Thoughts - Wrap Up

Final thoughts and commentary on 2013 NAIAS show.

White Most Popular Vehicle/Truck Color Again

In a world full of color, it seems consumers want a white/pearl truck. Is white/pearl really that awesome or a pain to keep clean?

White Most Popular Truck Color Again

White trucks are the most popular according to a paint survey. Sexy or a pain to clean?

Toyota Settles $1.1 Billion Class-Action Lawsuit – Not a Big Deal

The media has been swarming lately with Toyota’s tentative settlement of a class-action lawsuit around the unintended acceleration hub-bub a few years ago. Frankly, it really isn’t that big of a deal. Here’s why.

Toyota Settles $1.1 Billion Class-Action Suit

Toyota’s announced settlement of a $1.1 Billion class-action lawsuit isn’t that big of a deal. It is a smart public relations move, that’s all.

Will Wireless Phone Charging be In The Next Tundra?

The 2013 Toyota Avalon will offer Qi wireless in-car charging – a first for cars. This advanced charging system could be the future of car charging, could it be an option in future Toyota Tundra pickups?

Will Wireless Phone Charging in Next Tundra?

The 2013 Toyota Avalon will have in-car wireless charging for your cell phone. Is the Toyota Tundra next to offer this option?

GM Cancels Silverado and Sierra Hybrids – Full-Size Hybrids Dead?

GM’s big announcement of the re-launch of the Silverado and Sierra had one interesting tidbit – no more hybrids. Will other automakers follow suit and cancel their hybrid plans?

GM Cancels Silverado and Sierra Hybrids

With Hybrids in full-size trucks and SUVs being canceled, what does this mean for Toyota? Will they ever offer a Hybrid Tundra?