Vulnerable Vehicles: Invasive Hacks in Connected Cars

Modern motor vehicles include vehicle technologies that provide additional benefits like overall increased convenience, added safety features, improved fuel efficiency, and vehicle monitoring. But with all the increased connectivity, car manufacturers, suppliers, dealers and users alike should maintain awareness of potential cyber security threats related to vehicle technologies.

Service to Save: Benefits of Preventative Vehicle Maintenance

Maintenance can’t prevent all your repair needs, but it can prevent most. And it’s in your best interest to keep your current car running smoothly for as long as possible. Ready to give your vehicle the preventative care it deserves? Read on to explore the benefits of preventative vehicle maintenance in this infographic.

The 2015 Guide to Electric Vehicles

Highlighting the most popular models along with their associated running costs, this infographic indicates the rise in global electric car production. Showing a year-on-year rise in global sales, hybrid and electric cars are proving their worth in terms of energy and efficiency. At a glance the infographic guide indicates the countries currently leading the field, showing the best selling models, the best in mileage range and the most expensive electric cars on the market.

Real Cost of Vehicle Ownership

Compare the most expensive and the cheapest vehicles to own as the depreciation is calculated and interest payments on any auto loans or bank overdraft are added. Check out the following infographic for a full listing of all the factors you should weigh before deciding what make and model to buy.

Motor Vehicle Accidents in Australia: What Causes the Crash?

Every nation has their fair share of reckless drivers behind the wheel – after all, motor vehicle accidents occur every 60 seconds across the world. Unfortunately, Australia is no exception, with an annual 600,000 reported road crashes, 200,000 reported injuries, and 22,000 serious injuries that require long-term care and treatment. An even more tragic fact lies in the estimated 1,700 Australians who are killed each year in devastating road accidents.

Top 5 Most Reliable Vehicles by Claim Rate

Highlighted in the following infographic, pickup trucks were found to be the most reliable (29% claim rate) type of vehicle being driven, beating out minivans (41%), sedans (34%), and SUVs (39%) in terms of claim rate. It is hypothesized that pickup vehicles held up better than the rival car types because of a more rigorous manufacturing process due to the general “rugged” driving that most pickups endure.

Movies That Made Vehicular Legends

Movies have an undeniably massive impact on culture and industries. One of the major industries movies have (and continue) to influence is the automotive industry. From Bullitt’s cult-classic 1968 Ford Mustang GT 390 Fastback to the mythical Batmobile, here are six automotive marvels.

Automotive History: Car Brand Logos & Retired Vehicles

This Automotive History infographic showcases the history of car brand logos and retired vehicles. The history and evolution of automobiles helps us see and realize how far the automotive industry has come in such a short period of time and how we got there. As technological advances continue and consumer needs change, so do the vehicle models released and retired by the car companies.