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2019 Honda Pilot Elite Review: Good For The Family

2019 Honda Pilot Elite Review: Good For The Family Families looking for a three-row SUV will definitely want the 2019 Honda Pilot on their list. Pilot has the interior space for growing families; it comes with all-weather capability, seating flexibility, and cargo-carrying ability. The Pilot gets a few tweaks for the new year, making it better for those needing an eight-passenger vehicle.
We spent the long holiday weekend traveling to see family in the top-of-the-line, 2019 Honda Pilot Elite.
What’s New For 2019
The Honda Pilot gets a minor styling update and a smoother-shifting nine-speed transmission. The Honda Sensing suite of advanced safety features is now standard for all trims. New tech features, including a revised infotainment touchscreen, were standard on our Pilot tester. For 2018, the Honda Pilot received additional family-friendly features.
Features & Options: More Than We Can Count
The top-trim, 2019 Honda Pilot AWD Elite ($48,020) comes loaded with heated mirrors, remote start, keyless entry, tri-zone automatic climate control, heated and cooled front seats, heated second-row captain’s chairs, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, and one-touch slide-and-fold second-row seats. Through an eight-inch touchscreen, HondaLink and CabinControl integrate features like Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
The Wi-Fi hotspot, satellie radio, and 10-speaker premium audio system are among the most useful infotainment features. The terrain management system, blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert, and front and rear parking sensors are among the most useful features while driving.
Our Pilot Elite came with a power lift gate, universal garage door opener, rear-seat window sunshades, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, heated steering wheel, leather upholstery, and second-row USB charging ports. Other features included LED fog lights, 20-inch wheels, roof rails, automatic wipers, power-folding mirrors, a panoramic sunroof, and a wireless charging pad.
Total MSRP, including destination, for our 2019 Honda Pilot Elite: $49,015. By comparison, the 2019 Honda Pilot LX starts at $31,450.
The roof rails make it easy to bring your hobbies and passions with you for a weekend excursion.
Interior Highlights: Lots of Room
The front is roomy and comfortable, and when you get the memory functions set, you will always have the ideal driving position. The view from the front is commanding, even for shorter members of the family with its high seating position. The seats are well bolstered, with good definition on the top Elite trim.
The push-button shift lever is a space-saver and gives more room for the deep cupholders. There’s also a shallow bin for a smartphone right next to a high-power USB port. A sliding lid covers the deep center console.
Second-row seating is a pair of comfortable captain’s chairs on the Elite model, with a floor-mounted tray in-between with cupholders. A one-touch power button moves the second-row seats and slides them forward. The floor is low enough for kids to easily climb back to the third row, although it might be a tight climb for tall adults. Once you are back there, however, there’s an amazing amount of head and legroom due to the exterior design.
Behind the third row, there’s 18.5 cubic feet of cargo-carrying ability, plus a reversible cargo panel for muddy shoes after the soccer game. Behind the second row, there’s 55.9 cubic feet, as much as many SUVs have behind the first row; and behind the first row, there’s a massive 109 cubic feet to carry cargo.
Related: The 2019 Honda Pilot provides minivan capability without being a minivan.
Those who travel for work should have enough room in the Honda Pilot for luggage.
Engine & Fuel Mileage Specs
All Pilot models are powered by a 3.5-liter V6 producing 280 horsepower and 262 lb-ft. of torque. The engine is mated to a nine-speed transmission with steering wheel paddle shifters. All-wheel drive is standard on the Elite.
EPA fuel mileage ratings come in at 19/26 city/highway and 22 combined mpg. When compared to similar vehicles, the 2019 Honda Pilot Elite is near the top in terms of fuel economy.
Driving Dynamics: More Power Than Expected
The 2019 Honda Pilot feels confident on the road and will keep families safe with all the standard safety technology. The V6 engine is powerful enough for even mountain driving at altitude. Press on the pedal and there’s plenty of juice for all driving situations, even loaded with people and cargo.
We took the Pilot up I-70, into the mountains on the way to Blackhawk, and it was remarkably agile on the dirt roads and around the tight curves. With the standard all-wheel drive on the Elite trim, this SUV is a winner on mountain roads and slippery surfaces. It can even manage light towing and mild off-road trails for more adventurous families.
Honda has improved the nine-speed automatic. It now has less low-speed indecision and offers smoother shifts at low speed and low load. At full throttle going up hill, it shifts decisively, but you can also manually control shifts with the steering wheel paddle shifters.
Like most SUVs, the Pilot is no sports car, but it feels more nimble than most. In the city, Pilot will change lanes confidently as handling is above average for the segment. It’s also easy to see cars around you with its large side mirrors.

Conclusion: Good For Families
The 2019 Honda Pilot offers a roomy interior for growing families who need to move lots of stuff. Fuel economy is better than many rivals and the driving dynamics are superior, especially if you drive rougher roads.
Denis Flierl has invested over 25 years in the automotive industry in a variety of roles. Follow his work on Twitter: @CarReviewGuy
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2020 Camry TRD & Avalon TRD: Toyota’s Idris Elba

2020 Camry TRD & Avalon TRD: Toyota’s Idris Elba Limited-edition Camry TRD and Avalon TRD are a first for Toyota.
Both feature a track-tuned chassis, cat-back exhaust, and matte-black 19-inch alloy wheels.
Look, sometimes, all you want is good, dependable, solid transportation. The problem with that though is how good, dependable, and solid can be so boring. Nobody ever said, “Hmm, Idris Elba, or Jim, the balding middle-aged guy from accounting? I’ll go with Jim!”
Which brings us to the automotive equivalent of Jim: Toyota’s Camry and Avalon, and Toyota’s efforts to make them a little more like Idris.
Engine & Exhaust Notes
TRD, that’s Toyota Racing Development, had a go at these blandest of offerings (if you ignore the minivans, and I hope they do, because a TRD minivan might just work). However, if the specs are to be believed, the TRD Camry and Avalon might actually perform better.
Both are powered by Toyota’s 301 horsepower DOHC 3.5-liter V6, mated to an eight-speed automatic with sport mode and paddle shifters. There’s a specially-tuned, cat-back dual exhaust that breathes better and helps with performance. They also say it provides a throatier idle and acceleration sound. Okay.
Testing & Validation
TRD worked the chassis over with thicker underbody braces for increased torsional rigidity. The coil springs are unique to both vehicles and lower the ride height by 0.6 inches. The shock absorbers also get a tune to better manage vertical and roll movements. Specifically, the Camry TRD’s coil springs and front and rear sway bars stiffen things up by 44 percent in the front and 67 percent in the rear, according to Toyota.
For TRD models, the front brakes are larger, with 12.9-inch diameter rotors and dual-piston calipers.
TRD thrashed the things around the Toyota Arizona Proving Ground, TMC Higashi-Fuji Proving Ground, and MotorSport Ranch in Texas to prove the point. As a result, everything adds up to improve control, agility, and steering. From there, Calty did the styling, tweaking the aero elements, like the front splitter, side skirts, trunk lid spoiler, and rear diffuser.
2020 Toyota Camry TRD. Photo: Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Carmy TRD Treatments
The Camry TRD’s matte-black 19s are a half-inch wider than stock. They also tip the scales at 3.1 lbs. lighter, each, than the outgoing models. Good for unsprung weight, good for handling. The Camry also gets standard Bridgestone Potenza 235/40R19 summer tires, taking away even more of that plain vanilla.
The Camry TRD has a gloss black front grille with a mesh insert and black exterior badging. Available two-tone colors include Supersonic Red, Windchill Pearl, Celestial Silver Metallic, and Midnight Black Metallic. On the inside there’s lots of red. The red-stitched TRD headrests, the leather-wrapped steering wheel, and even the seatbelts are red.
There are unique TRD floor and trunk mats, and the seats come in Black Sport SofTex with fabric inserts. The shift knob even comes with an embossed TRD logo, to further complete the cake decorating aspects of the Camry TRD.
Related: 2018 Toyota Camry XSE is not your average Camry.
2020 Toyota Avalon TRD. Photo: Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Avalon TRD Treatments
The Avalon TRD also gets heated Black Sport SofTex front seats with Ultra-suede inserts and the same red accents, floor and trunk mats, and embossed TRD logo. The wheels on the Avalon are also matte-black 19 x 8.5-inchers that shave an impressive 18 lbs. of unsprung weight. The Avalon TRD will be available in the same colors as the Camry TRD.
Pricing & Availability
No word on pricing just yet, but they will be in dealers by this time next year.
Tony Borroz has spent his entire life racing antique and sports cars. He is the author of Bricks & Bones: The Endearing Legacy and Nitty-Gritty Phenomenon of The Indy 500, available in paperback or Kindle format. Follow his work on Twitter: @TonyBorroz.
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2019 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid: Space Age Technology, Logical Fashion

2019 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid: Space Age Technology, Logical Fashion The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid offers up to 90 MPGe.
Subaru’s new “StarDrive Technology” powers the Crosstrek Hybrid.
The vehicle makes its official debut at the upcoming Los Angeles Auto Show.
Here is the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid, the first-ever Subaru plug-in hybrid vehicle. Wait, can that be right? Subie has never made a plug-in hybrid until now? Yup, that is right. Well it’s about time, for one thing, and they could have put a hybrid drive in a more practical package, for another.
If you were being logical, the Subaru Crosstrek is the only true “SUV” choice. But I get it, fashion statements must be made; the hierarchy at the school drop off zone must be maintained, so that’s why people drive stuff like Range Rovers and BMW X-Types. If you’re being logical, you need not look any further than the Crosstrek.
And now that they’re making a hybrid version, you can ignore the perceived need to buy a Prius.
Space Age Technology
Subaru’s new StarDrive Technology integrates the electric motors, the evergreen 2.0-liter boxer engine (with direct-injection), the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system, and a Lineartronic Continuously Variable Transmission. StarDrive Technology (totally bitchin’ sci-fi name, isn’t it? “Mr. Spock, prepare to engage the StarDrive!”) uses two electric motors; one works as the engine starter and hybrid battery generator.
The second powers the Crosstrek in hybrid and electric modes, and charges the batteries during regenerative braking. The new, electronically-controlled brake system distributes braking force between the regenerative brakes and the mechanical ones to improve efficiency and extended battery life. Nice!
The instrument panel houses a 4.2-inch color LCD screen for monitoring real-time power output and battery regeneration. The multi-function display, perched above the center stack, incorporates both driving and charging screens.
The Crosstrek Hybrid employs a high-capacity, lithium-ion battery, beneath the cargo area, for an EV range of 17 miles. Photo: Subaru of America, Inc.
What’s Good: Solid Range & Towing
And no, this ain’t no Harry Hairshirt, hipper than thou granola-mobile. Subaru dials up the fun (a little). To wit: The Crosstrek Hybrid can reach 65 mph in full electric mode, and it clocks in a full second faster, zero to 60, than the standard Crosstrek. Huzzah! Efficiency suffers? Au contraire, mon frère: Up to 90 MPGe with a total range of 480 miles, and an EV range of 17 miles running on the lithium-ion battery alone.
The Crosstrek Hybrid shares a number of goodies with its “normal” Crosstrek siblings. It has the same Linerartronic CVT with X-MODE and Hill Descent Control for slippery, off-pavement conditions. The Hybrid has 8.7-inches of ground clearance (nice!) and can tow and 1,000 lbs. And the standard, “performance management” SI-DRIVE system adapts the throttle characteristics to your liking between “Intelligent” and “Sport” modes.
Standard Active Torque Vectoring improves control and handling.
The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid offers 43.1 cubic feet of cargo space. Photo: Subaru of America, Inc.
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Naturally, there’s a bunch of tech stuff on-board. Standard features include an eight-inch multimedia system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, push-button start, automatic climate control, and two rear USB ports. The standard All-Weather Package comes with heated front seats, windshield wiper de-icer, and heated exterior mirrors. The steering wheel (leather-wrapped, natch) includes audio, Bluetooth, and SI-DRIVE control switches.
The safety gizmos include Steering Responsive Headlights to illuminate curves as you steer (just like Citroens from the 1970s!). Reverse Automatic Braking is there in case you nearly back over something and LED High Beam Assist helps you light up everything without blinding oncoming traffic. The Pedestrian Alert System provides an audible warning to pedestrians when you’re traveling below 20 mph.
Subaru’s EyeSight Driver Assist Technology package is standard on all Crosstrek Hybrids. Photo: Subaru of America, Inc.
Pricing & Availability
The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid arrives at the end of the year, priced at a rather reasonable $34,995. Destination charges, according to Subaru, may vary depending on where you live. The Crosstrek Hybrid also qualifies for HOV permits states like California and New York.
Given the Crosstrek is Subie’s third-best-selling model in America since its debut six years ago, the Japanese company didn’t want to mess it up.
Hence why this hybrid version is nicely refined and well thought out.
Tony Borroz has spent his entire life racing antique and sports cars. He is the author of Bricks & Bones: The Endearing Legacy and Nitty-Gritty Phenomenon of The Indy 500, available in paperback or Kindle format. Follow his work on Twitter: @TonyBorroz.
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The 5 Coolest Things About The 2020 VW Jetta GLI

The 5 Coolest Things About The 2020 VW Jetta GLI We recently took the 2020 VW Jetta R-Line for a spin and enjoyed our time behind the wheel. The best part was how our press vehicle came with a manual transmission!

And that’s also one of the 5 coolest things about the VW Jetta GLI.

In this brief video, Jerohn Anderson, Product Communications Specialist at Volkswagen of America, takes us around the Jetta GLI. While we really liked the R-Line, maybe it’s time to consider opting for the GLI? We think so . . .
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2020 Chevrolet Equinox Redesign, Release Date, Price

Many cars SUV that will be present in the year 2020. One of its 2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet-made SUVs may be entered into your plan. Many of the changes that will be made available for this car starting from the redesign of interior and exterior. Rumors circulating hybrid models will be available later in the model year 2020, this car will get an awful lot of competition ranging from Mazda CX-9, Honda C-RV, Toyota RAV4, and Subaru Forester.

2020 Chevrolet Equinox Redesign

Interior and Exterior

How about the interior, you will find a spacious and relaxed cabin that will undergo some small modifications and updates as well. This car will probably be capable to accommodate as much as 5 adult passengers because of its two rows of seats, but there may very well be some space issues in regards to cargo spot. Also, it’s been mentioned which you could expect some high-quality leather about the seats in Premium trim degree only. The brand new Equinox ought to supply a 7.2 or an 8.2-inch infotainment touch-screen, depending on the trim level you decide on. It’ll provide some of the hottest high-tech features and connectivity options such as navigation procedure, a premium Bose audio process, satellite radio, Apple Motor vehicle Perform, Android Automobile, Bluetooth. In relation to security methods and driver aid functions, this well-known crossover should really come outfitted using a rearview camera, lane-departure warning, automated emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert and even more.

2020 Chevrolet Equinox

Talking about the exterior, the exterior style language with the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox is rather fresh and revolutionary because the supporters had the chance to view some key redesign in 2018 and minor refreshments for that 2019 model. Thus, they shouldn’t be expecting any key improvements or updates regarding search with regards to Chevrolet Equinox. Instead, the upcoming Equinox is still likely to appear like a 4-door midsize crossover which will be riding over the identical D2 platform shared with its cousins Chevrolet Cruze and Chevrolet Volt. Not surprisingly, the brand new Equinox will be much more eye-catching and modern-day than its predecessor, even giving some luxurious capabilities on its top trim level Premium. In addition to Premium, the supporters could have the opportunity to select amongst 3 other ranges – the base L, LS and LT.

Engine Performance

Until finally a fresh generation or new model arrives, this Car will keep its powertrains. Significantly belittled 4-cylinder unit will probably be transported above. It’s 2.5-liter engine having a rating close to 185 horsepower and 170 pound-feet of torque. Other, that was greater acknowledged would be the 3.6 liters and V6 engine unit that creates 300 horsepower and 275 pound-feet of torque. Both drivetrains are mated getting a 6-speed automatic transmission, and the new generation Chevrolet Equinox will probably get delivers for the two with front- or all-wheel drive.

Release Date and Price

Until this time Chevrolet has not issued information about the release date and price of the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox, For those of you who feel curious will this information we recommend to be patient. But we strongly believe the latest generation of Chevrolet Equinox will be present at the beginning of the year 2020. For that price, we also do not have the correct information.

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Lamborghini SC18: Squadra Corse Unveils Their Unicorn

Lamborghini SC18: Squadra Corse Unveils Their Unicorn The Lamborghini SC18 is track-ready but also street legal.
Customers work with Lamborghini Squadra Corse to design their SC18.
The V12 engine creates nearly 800 horsepower and has a dozen air intakes.
Say ciao! to the SC18, the latest and greatest to roll out of the Lamborghini Squadra Corse shops. Think of it as the road-going version of a dedicated track car, and you’d be half right. Sure, you can drive it on the street, but the SC18 is very, very track-oriented.
A Bone To Pick
Lamborghini Squadra Corse is the Motorsport division of the Sant’ Agata Bolognese firm best known for making cars that go on posters for the bedroom walls of kids (boys, mainly) not old enough to drive.
Yes, Lambo does have the Squadra Corse, but the company doesn’t really race all that much.
This is one of the (major) bones I have to pick with them, but why quibble about that now? Sure, they have a one make series for the well-healed gentlemen racers out there, but that doesn’t really count if that’s the only kind of racing you do.
Testing The Waters
The SC18, designed in-house by Centro Stile Lamborghini, is a one-off road car (the first in the company’s history) that will most likely be a portent of others to come. Yes, it’s “road approved” but Lambo cautions saying it’s “primarily for use on the track.” Which is a polite way of saying it’s harsh, brutish, lacking in comfort and convenience features and, to a chucklehead like me, that makes it even more desirable.
Lambo says the SC18 “paves the way to further personalized development projects for Motorsport customers under the Squadra Corse brand.” So, like I said, this is probably a trial balloon. If people love the Lamborghini SC18, plan on seeing more vehicles in this vein.
Lamborghini SC18. Photo: Automobili Lamborghini.
Dirty Dozen
The aerodynamics package for the SC18 is described as being “extreme.” By the looks of it, they ain’t lying. The air intakes on the hood come from the Huracán GT3 EVO, for example. The sides and rear include fenders, fins, and air scoops inspired by the Huracán Super Trofeo EVO racer.
Hanging off the back end is the “large” (i.e. monstrously huge) carbon fiber wing. It has three mechanical adjustments, so you can tune it for optimal downforce on any given circuit. Lambo also punched in twelve air intakes on the rear deck lid.
They say it’s a way to “increase heat exchange and improve the cooling of the V12 engine.” Which any eagle-eyed, old rail bird will recognize as louvers from back in the hot rod days.
The racer look is finished off by the single nut wheels, 20-inch monsters on the front, and larger, 21-inch monsters at the rear. These are wrapped in Pirelli P Zero Corsa tires. There’s even a telemetry system to measure all aspects of performance on the track.
Related: The Lamborghini Huracán Performante Spyder is all about open-air emotion.
Photo: Automobili Lamborghini.
Snake Pits & Shedding Skin
The SC18 has a top-of-the-line Lamborghini powertrain, bringing the performance of an honest to Ferruccio true racing car to your life. The naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V12 reels out 770 horsepower and a pavement rippling 531 lb-ft. torque. All that power is handled through an ISR (Independent Shifting Rod) seven-speed gearbox. No, I have no idea what an Independent Shifting Rod trans is, and they don’t give away any details.
It does sound like a snake pit gearbox from a pro-stock drag car, but I seriously doubt it’s one of those.
This drivetrain is wrapped in a body that has gone on a serious weight loss program. The entire body is new, made entirely of carbon fiber, and other ultra light materials. The whole shee-bang even drops to a low-ride-er 109 mm of ground clearance. If that doesn’t explain Lambo’s assertion that “road approved but designed primarily for use on the track,” then I don’t know what will.
Photo: Automobili Lamborghini.
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The color is Grigio Daytona with visible “details” and red screen-printing to enhance its sportiness. In layman’s terms, its grey with a trim kit with visible carbon fiber here and there. The interior is all done up in Nero Ade Alcantara with cross-stitching in Rosso Alala. In other words, black suede with red stitching. The seats themselves are carbon fiber bucket units.
Pricing & Availability
Lamborghini doesn’t mention cost, but given what their other factory specials have run, it will probably be comparable to a condo overlooking Central Park (and just as hard to come by).
Tony Borroz has spent his entire life racing antique and sports cars. He is the author of Bricks & Bones: The Endearing Legacy and Nitty-Gritty Phenomenon of The Indy 500, available in paperback or Kindle format. Follow his work on Twitter: @TonyBorroz.
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2020 Infiniti Q50 Release Date, Interior, Redesign

The latest news about the best artificial Infiniti sedan will be coming soon for your 2020 Infiniti Q50 will come up with all the updates that will make him one of the best sedans. Acura TLX Type S would be competitors of this car a lot that will be updated on this car, the Interior and the exterior will get most updated and Infiniti this time really will be quite ready to issue this car.

2020 Infiniti Q50 Release Date

Interior and Exterior

As being a luxurious sedan, the brand new Infiniti Q50 will have an attractive exterior style. Your body dimension and dimension on the 2020 Q50 model will likely be exactly the same because of the past model. But, the approaching Infiniti Q50 will use much better materials for that body. It has the light fat but unyielding. The cabin size might be a little bit larger than the existing Infiniti Q50 model.

In the front with the new 2020 Infiniti Q50, there will likely be some enhancements. The headlights applying the adaptive LED lights can be discovered. It’s going to enable us to acquire a good vision through the evening or in any climate situation. The front grille on the approaching Q50 can have a bigger dimension than the current model. new grille will probably be able to supply additional air to the engine. The font style and design will give the Q50 model a sharp look.

The modifications and enhancements of your Infiniti Q50 exterior design also are often discovered on the back side with the new Infiniti Q50. Using LED taillights for Q50 is actually a need to for this luxurious sedan. The Q50’s muffler also features a great design for the fantastic exhaust method. The Infiniti Q50 exterior style will make you fall in appreciate with this particular luxurious sedan.

The Infiniti Q50 dashboard will have leather and chrome finish to provide it a luxurious design and style. There will probably be a touchscreen display within the new Q50’s dashboard. You’ll be able to use it to control a number of Q50’s options and technologies. The front seat is going to be extremely relaxed, specifically for your driver. The seats are adjustable and very comfortable.

2020 Infiniti Q50 Redesign

The interior cabin dimension from the Q50 model will be really at ease. The two the driver and passengers will get sufficient area for his or her legs and head. Some present-day attributes can be observed inside the brand new Q50. The most significant matter could be the touchscreen display. It will likely be important to get a luxury sedan to get that attribute. The wireless and Bluetooth also may be uncovered.

Engine Performance

The new engine of Infiniti Q50 will be the V6 engine with 3, 5-liter capability. This engine offered with 335 hp for your output. There is also another choice engine to the diesel engine with 2, two-liter engine that comes with 160 hp. The petrol engine might be offered with automated transmission method with 7 velocities of the level while the diesel will probably be out there with guide process.

Release Date and Price

Many of his circulating information about release date and price of this car may be the middle of creating you’re curious. Until recently the Infiniti has yet to provide information about the release date and price of this car. But if you allow us to speculate we believe that 2020 Infiniti Q50 will be in the release earlier in the year 2020 and later for the price will reach $55.000

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From Very Small To Extra Large: How History Impacts Car Preferences

From Very Small To Extra Large: How History Impacts Car Preferences Looking Back At The Tiny Car Era
Microcars, those automobiles with engines under 1,000cc and holding no more than two people, occasionally re-enter the public’s view. While usually considered curiosities, they have a fascinating history, and were very popular for a time. Car enthusiasts will not soon forget the Peel P50, the world’s smallest car that ceased production in 1965. While only fifty original Peel P50s were made, this style of vehicle has historical significance and is a dramatic contrast to anything we see on streets today.
The Peel’s small production numbers, however, make it an outlier. Many microcars sold in the tens and hundreds of thousands. Before we go further, let’s take a step back and compare the evolution of cars and driving in the United States vs. Europe.
1960s-era advertisement for the Peel P50.
Wide Open Spaces
The U.S. is a large and young country compared to European ones. Our cities and towns are spread far apart. As cars were introduced into commerce, the dirt horse paths did not suffice as motor roadways. These paths were eventually paved, and since land was aplenty, they were also made wide. Gasoline was plentiful and cheap. As people spent more time in their cars, they wanted room for comfort. All these factors conspired to result in the large American motor car.
The birth of the interstate highway system in 1956 and advent of more drivable roads only fueled the desire for Americans to take road trips in their new stylish rides. But for car producers abroad, smaller cars made more sense. European cities and towns are older than U.S. ones by a factor of several millennia. When motorcars first appeared, they had to navigate narrow, windy passages. Fuel was not readily available, and was more expensive. For these reasons, Europeans generally favored smaller vehicles.
This beautiful red BMW Isetta belongs to Richard Reina of CARiD Auto Parts and Automoblog. Richard is fond of taking it to shows and telling attendees about its history.
Bubble Car History
The end of World War II changed everything. European factories had been bombed, and companies struggled to get back into operation. Microcars (also known as “bubble cars”) came about as affordable and safe alternatives to motorbikes. At a time when steel and fuel were still scarce commodities, these bubble cars were an all-weather option for those on a budget.
Post-war Germany was home base for many popular microcars. One of the best-known was the BMW Isetta. Its tiny 300cc engine only made 13 horsepower, but globally, BMW sold 161,000 units. Another favorite was the Goggomobil. Unlike the Isetta, the “Goggos” were available as sedans, coupes, or minivans. A total of 285,000 were made from 1955-1969.
Perhaps the oddest-looking German bubble car was manufactured by Messerschmitt, a company known for their military aircraft production during World War II. With its tandem seating, yoke steering, plexiglass canopy top, and three tiny eight-inch wheels, the ‘Schmitt looked like nothing else on the road.
1964 Messerschmitt KR200 on display at the Autoworld Museum, Brussels, Belgium. With its one cylinder, two-stroke engine and 9.5 horsepower, it could reach a top speed of almost 70 mph. Photo: Carl Anthony for Automoblog.net.
Post-War Tastes
The first iteration of the Messerschmitt was the KR175, and the name “kabineroller” translates directly to “scooter with cabin,” which is an apt description of the vehicle. Messerschmitt improved the KR200 in 1955 by installing shock absorbers on all three wheels in an attempt to smooth out the ride and make for safer travel. About 45,000 of these three-wheel wonders were built.
Consumers in post-war France were also smitten with tiny cars, but many of their smallest microcars were not big sellers. The French preferred “supermini” cars such as the Citroen 2CV (4 doors, 600cc) and the Renault 4CV (4-doors, 760cc), which was the first French vehicle to sell over one million units. Many of these car makers attempted to market their microcars in the U.S. with limited success. Our expansive roadways, covering great distances between destinations, did not favor the small car. In some cases, American car dealers treated these tiny rides as a joke (“Buy a new Cadillac, get a free Isetta!”).
The one exception was the original Volkswagen. While not a microcar per se, it was smaller than anything coming out of Detroit, and a growing number of U.S. buyers gravitated toward it. VW’s success is a story for another time, but even in Europe, as the economy recovered in the years after the war, there was a declining demand for economical and efficient cars.
The GMC Yukon and other similar large, luxury SUVs are a reflection of how tastes have evolved regarding choices in personal transportation. Pictured here is a 2018 GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate Black Edition. Photo: GMC.
Bigger But Better?
In 2018, most of our vehicles in the U.S. are larger than ever, with even the traditional sedan expanding in size. Last year, SUV, van, and pickup sales rose 4.3 percent while overall car sales saw a decline. As a class, trucks comprise about two-thirds of all new vehicle sales. One possible reason as to why big vehicles are now favored could be the boom of millennials, who are beginning to have families and crave space and comfort as they move to the suburbs. Historically cheap gas continues to drive sales, and you won’t hear any complaints from the Big 3 automakers, as their profit margins are much higher on the big trucks compared to compact cars.
As we’ve seen over time, car design directly reflects the broader trends of the era, whether it be an economic boom (or bust), or a shift to a more urban lifestyle. While upsizing seems like a trend that is here to stay, you never know when tiny cars may make their comeback.
Richard Reina is a Product Trainer at CARiD.com and lifelong automotive enthusiast.
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Cover Photo: 1965 BMW Isetta 300, Carl Anthony.

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Memory Lane: Love At First Flight

Memory Lane: Love At First Flight
I became fascinated with helicopters when I did my military service. Like Radar of M*A*S*H* I was a company clerk, except my outfit was a mechanized infantry battalion, not a medical unit. We would go on exercise and sometimes it involved planes and helicopters. As part of the country’s obligation to NATO, we were shipped for a few weeks to Norway where we took part in war games with other member nations. It was in the middle of winter and cold. I remember waking up in the morning and the five-gallon jerrycan of fresh water was frozen solid.
And it was inside the tent.
Winds of Change
We were in the northernmost part of Norway, near the Swedish and Finnish border. For some reason or other, they needed me to do some clerical work at another location. So, I was flown by helicopter, along with other personnel. It was a Bell 212, or more commonly known as a Twin Huey. It had two engines. Flying through the fjords of Norway, the wind was particularly virulent that day, so much so the pilot considered turning back. The sun was shining and the scenery was spectacular. Even though we bounced quite a bit getting there, I was hooked.
When I left my sales representative job with a major oil company, I attended flight school for my commercial pilot’s license. The training copters were Hughes 300C. Only one had a governor, which meant that when flying the other helicopters, you had to control the flow of fuel manually. The throttle was in the handle of the collective. That’s the stick on the side that allows you to change the pitch of the rotary blades in order to go up and down. The greatest advantage I found with the C version was that it had fuel injection. This meant you didn’t have to play with the carburetor heat all the time.
The course went well and I did my first solo around a dozen hours of flight time. I failed my first written exam, passed the second, and passed my first flight exam. To help us build flight times, the owner of the school would allow us to take a helicopter to fairs or mall parking lots to offer helicopter tours. After obtaining permissions and necessary permits, we were good to go. A section would be cordoned off and one of us would take care of loading and unloading the passengers in a safe manner, which included helping them with their seatbelts. You never wanted anyone to walk toward the tail rotor to be turned into ground meat.
Hughes 300C helicopter. Photo: Michael Bellamy.
Emergency Procedures
I remember one sightseeing flight in particular. This couple is loaded up in the helicopter. The woman was tiny and I don’t think she weighed a hundred pounds. She sat in the middle. The Hughes 300 could fit three people, but the middle seat was small, more suited to a child. Her husband was big and tall. I gave them headsets so we could talk, and I always tried to reassure people about flying in a helicopter, especially if it was their first time. The wife was quiet and not too sure about this since she had never flown in a helicopter. Her husband on the other hand boasted that he had flown many times in Jet Rangers. Those are Bell 206 helicopters with a single engine.
After obtaining permission from air traffic control to take off, I started the tour. Not far from the mall area, there were high tension wires going to a hydro station in the distance. The towers holding the lines were fairly tall, and we had to be at an altitude of 300 feet in order to fly over them. The flight was going well, the day was clear, and the woman was starting to relax. As soon as we flew past the hydro lines, I heard a bang coming from the engine and experienced a sudden yaw of the ship.
The greatest emphasis of learning how to fly is placed on emergency procedures. In the case of helicopters, autorotation is practiced quite a bit. Autorotation is achieved by lowering the collective which disengages the transmission, essentially putting it in neutral. This way, the rotor can spin freely and you control the speed as you descend and flare at the last minute, bring the ship level and land. In this particular case, I could not really autorotate.
Hughes 300C PH-OKE. Photo: Alf van Beem.
Scouting For Locations
There was a four-lane highway ahead. I could not turn around because I was losing altitude and would have had to deal with the hydro lines. There was tall grass all along the side of the highway. And in the distance, there was the hydro station. After I quickly looked at the dials, and realizing the engine was still running, I cranked up the throttle. The needles went into the red, but I didn’t care. It gave me more power and time to find a better place to land a ship that was still going down. Not far from the hydro station was a Toyota dealership. I briefly talked to the passengers in a reassuring manner.
I steered the helicopter toward the parking lot where I could see space on the closest side to us, near a number of new cars parked there. At the edge of the pavement, tall grass was growing. I managed to stretch the flight and land the skids on the pavement. The tail of the helicopter was over the grass. The machine could have flipped over if I had landed in the tall grass since there could have been a depression in the terrain. That’s why I didn’t try to land in the tall grass adjacent to the highway.
The couple had been accompanied by another couple who were going to take the tour next. They saw we had gone down, so they made their way to the Toyota dealership. We hadn’t even landed and the husband was clawing his way out, scrambling to find the door handle. I think he was halfway to his friend’s car by the time the main rotor had stopped turning. The wife was still sitting beside me. She turned to me and said, “that’s what a helicopter engine failure is like?” I replied “yes” without wanting to go into other details. Then she smiled and said, “I’ll fly again.” We reimbursed their fare and I explained to the dealership owner what had happened. He was mowing the lawn in front of the sales office, wondering why a helicopter had landed on his car lot.
Safe & Sound
I called the office to explain the situation and the mechanic showed up at about the same time as a flat bed truck. They removed the blades and loaded up the helicopter. It had not suffered a scratch, nor was a Toyota dinged, but more importantly, nobody was hurt. Every 1,200 hours, the Franklin engines on those helicopters have to be overhauled. This particular engine had 1,165 hours. Because I was fresh out of flight school, I was able to put my training to good use. It turned out that one of the valves got stuck in the cylinder and was smashed by the piston. With the loss of compression, the engine was running on only 3 cylinders, not enough to keep the helicopter aloft with three people onboard.
I flew a few more times professionally. Things like marine survey, taking Santa Claus to the mall, and flying over parks with a ranger to catch poachers. Returning from a park gig one time I got lost, even with a map on my lap. It was dusk. Nearing a small town, I flew low knowing there would be a sign at the entrance to tell folks where they were. Sure enough, the name of the town was on a sign and I was able to get back to my map and make it to base. That was in the early 1980s. They said it was a recession, but it was more like a depression, for those who recall. A lot of companies cut on expenses, such as hiring helicopters. I had to find another source of employment; that of chauffeur to government officials.
1982 Rotorway Scorpion Two. Photo: Michael Bellamy.
Common Ground
Helicopters and automobiles do have one thing in common: gasoline engines. Same thing with my 40-year-old snowblower. It has an 8 horsepower Briggs & Stratton engine. I finally treated it to an electronic ignition coil to replace the points and condenser. The Hughes 300 helicopters were powered by Franklin horizontally opposed 4-cylinder engines developing 190 horsepower. Franklin engines have been around since 1902 and still power a lot of small helicopters. It even powered the Tucker 48 until, it is rumored, other car manufacturers and a certain Senator ganged up on the Tucker Corporation and they were forced to stop production.
Briggs & Stratton have been around since 1908. Steven Briggs and Harold Stratton wanted to build a gas-powered vehicle and ended up manufacturing small engines for all sorts of applications. They are the world’s largest producer of small gasoline engines. It is certain that you or one of your neighbors have a machine that is powered by a Briggs and Stratton engine.
I simply find engines interesting. I once flew a Rotorway Scorpion II home-built helicopter. It had an Evinrude engine in it. It came with the kit. From gasoline engines for cars, trucks, and tractors, to gasoline engines for your generators, four-wheelers, snowmobiles, Sea-Doos, lawn mowers, and snow blowers; to engines for boats, planes, and helicopters, I for one, am very grateful for gasoline engines.
Michael Bellamy is the author of our Memory Lane series. He enjoys driving his 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII LSC and 2003 Dodge Dakota.

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