A DOUBLE USE FOR GENESIS STYLE!

As many car makers are designing all new platforms for their EV’s Genesis is stay with something very familiar. Bumper2Bumpertv noticed this in the G80 sedan which operates as both gasoline and battery powered.

Flipping the switch to EV drive!!!

As many legacy and start up brands are offering electric vehicles there is an alternative for folks who want battery powered driving for what is already in the driveway. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look behind the curtain of EV conversion.

THE REWORKED TOYOTA PRIUS ON THE RUN FROM ITS PAST!

The 2023 version of the first mainstream hybrid might fool drivers looking for something familiar in its styling and technology. Bumper2Bumpertv says the new Prius is shedding its old image.

HYUNDAI CONTINUES ITS CLIMB INTO THE UPPER ECHELONS.

While it has roots as a mainstream brand Hyundai has also been stepping its game up over the past few years. With the Caligraphy trim level Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at what that means for the three row Palisade

THIS BRONCO IS READY FOR SOME ROUGH RIDING!!

Ford has developed multiple versions of the Bronco SUV. Bumper2Bumpertv finds the Raptor edition to be one that combines performance with serious off road capability.

A FIRST DRIVE WITH THE 2024 TACOMA!!

Toyota is meeting the latest challenges in the midsize truck segment with a redesigned Tacoma. From power plants to suspension and technology Bumper2Bumpertv sees it as a vehicle that works both on road and off.

THE WEST COAST MOVES ON JUICE POWER!!!

The 2023 edition of Automobility LA demonstrates how much the auto industry has evolved in the past few years. Bumper2Bumpertv has an overview of what that will mean to potential car buyers these days.

A ROAD TRIP WITH AN ELECTRIC AUDI.

Our love affair with EV’s is an established fact. One of the questions we constantly get is how far can you go on battery power. Bumper2Bumpertv has an example based on a recent road trip that crossed three states.

HYUNDAI IS PUTTING ITS MONEY INTO CHILD SAFETY!

Like every other car maker Hyundai wants to sell cars. The brand is also trying to establish itself as a car maker that stresses safety, especially for children riding in their cars. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at how that works in practical terms in one Alabama community.

EV POWER UPGRADED WITH LUXURY!

Battery Electric vehicles are well known for their acceleration but what happens when performance techs get their hands on one. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at how the AMG division of Mercedes has upped the ante.

2024 Hyundai Kona, a first look

Small SUV's are the big players on the current automotive scene. Bumper2Bumpertv has a first look at the 2024 Hyundai Kona which has a unique back story

LINCOLN CORSAIR, A WELL APPOINTED FORWARD LOOKING SUV.

The Lincoln Motor Company has sometimes been the forgotten member of the Ford automotive group. Bumper2Bumpertv thinks with the development of a plug in hybrid version of the Corsair the brand may be finding its way back into view with a luxury offering that also embraces technology.

TOYOTA IS CELEBRATING A GOLDEN MILESTONE!

LIVING LIFE LIKE IT IS GOLDEN MAY BE THE NEW SLOGAN AT TOYOTA’S CALIFORNIA DESIGN CENTER. BUMPER2BUMPERTV WAS INVITED TO A CELEBRATION AT THE STUDIO WHICH LITERALLY BROKE NEW GROUND IN THE DESIGN PROCESS FOR THE BRAND.

THE ROUGH AND READY HONDA PILOT TRAIL SPORT

CAN THE HONDA BRAND HOLD ITS OWN IN THE RUGGED WORLD OF OFF ROADING? BUMPER2BUMPERTV HAS A LOOK AT A TOUGHENED UP VERSION OF THE PILOT SUV HAS TO OFFER IN THAT CATEGORY.

SUBARU CROSSTREK KEEPS THE LEGACY GOING.

Most folks don’t know that FUJI Heavy Industries is the parent company of Subaru cars. They also may not realize that this is the brand which pioneered a different way of driving. Bumper2Bumpertv has more about the brand and its compact CrossTrek

2023 KIA EV6 GT FAST AND GREEN

Electric vehicles are known for their quick response. But as Bumper2Bumper learned the KIA EV6 takes performance to a different level on voltage alone.

MAVERICK TREMOR ROCKING THE VERY SMALL TRUCK SEGMENT.

As half ton and compact trucks seem to be getting bigger each year Ford is joining the space for an even smaller workhorse with the revived Maverick nameplate. Bumper2Bumpertv has tried both the hybrid and gasoline versions of what may be a new segment from the blue oval brand.

2023 NISSAN ARIYA, THE NEXT STEP IN ELECTRIFICATION.

The Nissan brand broke ground as the first large scale automaker to to build and market a fully battery electric vehicle in North America. Now there is a change to the lineup as Bumper2Bumpertv learned with the Ariya Crossover.

THE AUDI Q7 A BRIDGE VEHICLE TO ELECTRIFICATION

As Audi and other auto makers start the transition to fully electric vehicles it is worth the time to appreciate what technology is already available in current platforms powered by gasoline. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at how that works in the Q7 Crossover.

TOYOTA IS SQUEEZING EVERYTHING IT CAN FROM THE COROLLA!!

When the Toyota Corolla was introduced in 1966 few would imagine it would still be around nearly 60 years later as one of the brands top selling cars. Now a mid size vehicle it is moving into the crossover space with the Corolla Cross Hybrid. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at what it has become.

ATLAS IS CARRYING THE LOAD IN THE MIDSIZE SUV SEGMENT FOR VOLKSWAGEN.

Volkswagen has settled on what a mid to large size SUV should be in the North American market. Bumper2Bumpertv reports the Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport have been upgraded to fill that niche.

THE TOPLESS OVER THE TOP MERCEDES ROADSTER

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THE MERCEDES BRAND IS SYNONOMOUS WITH THE LUXURY DRIVING EXPERIENCE. BUMPER2BUMPERTV RECENTLY SPENT A WEEK WITH THE AMG SL63 ROADSTER WHICH MIGHT BE AT THE OUTER EDGE OF THAT SEGMENT.

LEXUS LS500 FSPORT

BELIEVE IT OR NOT THERE ARE STILL SOME VERY NICE LARGE LUXURY SEDANS ON THE MARKET THESE DAYS. ONE OF THEM, THE LEXUS LS 500 FSPORT REMINDS BUMPER2BUMPERTV OF WHAT THEY BRING TO THE DRIVING EXPERIENCE.

Toyota's Land Cruiser is back!!

After a two year hiatus the Toyota Land Cruiser is back. Bumper2Bumpertv was there for its debut!!

Vinfast is building a new home in North Carolina

Vietnamese auto maker Vinfast is putting down roots in rural North Carolina. Bumper2Bumpertv was there for the groundbreaking event which will change the face of the region.

Hot temperatures impact on EV batteries

Extreme temperatures can effect people, pets and EV batteries. Bumper2Bumpertv recently disucssed the issue with our friendds at The Weather Channel

HONDA CIVIC TYPE R AN INVITATION TO A CITATION!!

The 11th generation of the Civic designed for the track comes with upgrades to the drive train along with interesting technology. Bumper2Bumpertv checked it out and managed to avoid a citation at the same time.

TOYOTA SEQUOIA, BIGGER WITH MORE TECH AND POWER.

The latest version of the Toyota Sequoia demonstrates what can happen when a platform gets bigger and slightly more efficient. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at what the TRD edition offers and what works and what doesn’t.

2024 MAZDA CX-90 ROAD TEST

As the brand straddles the space between mass market and premium Mazda is putting a lot effort into upgrading the experience. Bumper2Bumpertv got some seat time in the CX-90 and came away with some distinct impressions.

HONDA ACCORD HYBRID- A BIG STEP TOWARD ELECTRIFICATION

Some drivers are a little uneasy about moving away from gasoline only powered vehicles. Bumper2Bumpertv looks at a well thought out hybrid which can make the transition a little easier.

EV 101 for The Weather Channel

Our friends at the Weatehr Chaneel had a lot of questions about EV's. So Bumper2Bumpertv spent some time to resond to their queries.

HYUNDAI SANTA FE CALLIGRAPHY STEPS INTO THE UPPER TIER.

The Santa Fe Calligraphy model is a demonstration of what can happen when a reliable crossover steps up its game. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at what is offered in the top of the line Calligraphy model.

SMALL BUT CHARGED—THE KIA NIRO EV

The latest version of the compact Niro demonstrates that a lot of technology can be packed into a small package. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at what’s included in the Battery Electric Vehicle.

LEXUS BRINGS TWO DIFFERENT SUV’S TO MARKET FOR 2024

Lexus is adding to its portfolio of SUV’s with two new vehicles. Bumper2Bumperv got a first look at the three row TX and the GX which has been redesigned and re-engineered

THE ID BUZZ IS REAL AND COMING TO AMERICA!

VW took the wraps off of the north American version of the ID Buzz micro bus . Bumper2Bumpertv was there for the event and reaction from Volkswagen purists who love the vehicle and what it stands for.

HOW GRAND IS THE GRAND HIGHLANDER ? A FIRST DRIVE.

With some extra length and width Toyota is literally growing the Highlander platform. Bumper2Bumpertv got some seat time in the Grand Highlander, which has to be one of the largest crossovers ever built by the company.

A FIRST LOOK AT TOYOTA’S 2024 TACOMA !!

When you make the leading midsize truck and the rest of the industry is trying to take some of the market you come back with some new tricks. Bumper2Bumpertv reports that is what Toyota is doing with the 2024 Tacoma.

A FIRST LOOK AT THE 2024 FORD RANGER

What we refer to these days as a mid size truck is actually pretty close in dimensions to what used to be considered a full size pickup. So when Bumper2Bumpertv was invited to Camp Ford in Dexter Michigan, we weren’t surprised by the size of the next generation of the Ranger.

TOYOTA’S SIENNA MINI VAN, FAMILY ORIENTED TRANSPORTATION

While some might consider a mini van the quintessential “soccer mom” vehicle Toyota is making it closer to a tech-mobile. Bumper2Bumpertv considered that when test driving the Sienna.

UPDATING THE WEATHER CHANNEL ON DEVELOPMENTS IN THE EV SPACE.

Bumper2Bumpertv was invited to provide perspective on what is happening in terms of the Federal government's push to encourage EV adoption

Audi RS3 and S3 ! Two winners for North Carolina’s Aggies!

Audi’s compact sport sedans the R3 and S3 turned into mobile classrooms for select students at North Carolina A&T University. Bumper2Bumpertv was able to participate in the process which is part of a larger learning experience for the students.

VW ID7, THE NEW CROWN PRINCE OF ELECTRICS

The Volkswagen brand continues its commitment to moving away from internal combustion powered passenger cars. Bumper2Bumpertv says the latest offering in that the Battery Electric space is the 2024 ID7

The 203 New York Auto Show is electrifying!!

The auto industry is fully embracing electrification and that was demonstrated at the 2023 NYIAS. Bumper2Bumpertv has an overview.

TOYOTA 4RUNNER HITS 40 YEARS OLD AND STILL GOING STRONG!

The redoubtable midsize SUV has been around for four decades and even created a special edition to mark the occasion. But Bumper2Bumpertv thinks one of the strongest versions of the 4Runner is the TRD Pro.

MERCEDES EQS 580, CONTINUES THE BRAND’S CONVERSION TO BATTERY ELECTRICS!

As the automotive industry converts to electrified drive trains Mercedes Benz is offering the technology in it S class sedans and now even in an SUV. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at what the EQS 580 brings to the segment.

THE SMALL LEXUS WITH A GREEN APPROACH!

A small hybrid crossover also comes with some luxury features. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at one of these offerings from the Lexus brand./br>

THE MAZDA3 HATCHBACK, STANDING IN THE GAP!

Why should a hatchback get a driver’s attention these days? Bumper2Bumpertv tells us that the Mazda3 version of this platform is both functional and fun.

IT’S 2023 AND THE CHICAGO AUTO SHOW MUSCLED UP AGAIN.

The auto industry is slowly recovering from the impact of the pandemic and that was clearly demonstrated at the 2023 Chicago Auto Show. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at what has changed for the event.

THE GENESIS GV60 MAKES A RUN ON CURRENT TO HISTORIC SAVANNAH

The luxury car maker is embracing Battery Electric technology and is demonstrating that passion in a two row crossover. Bumper2Bumpertv took it out for a good run and got a first hand experience in long distance electric powered travel.

MAZDA CX-90 GOES BIGGER AND GREENER

Mazda is taking the wraps off of the three row CX-90 crossover and a big part of the package is a shift in drive train technology. Bumper2Bumpertv got a look at what is in store.

2023 LEXUS RX, A LUXURY CROSSOVER SLICED SEVERAL WAYS.

The latest edition of the RX comes in several variations. Bumper2Bumpertv finds that there are multiple trim levels to consider.

BUICK’S ENVISION. A SMALL CROSSOVER IN A CROWDED SEGMENT.

The Buick division of GM is building and selling several crossovers to meet a global demand for that kind of vehicle. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at the Chinese built Envision which is also trying to make a name for itself in the North American market.

2023 GENESIS GV70 FINDING ITS OWN PLACE AS A SMALL LUXURY SUV

In an already crowded segment the Genesis GV70 is bringing a lot to potential buyers with a combination of high end touches, technology and some decent performance. Bumper2Bumpertv has a review of what the platform does and doesn’t do well