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Performance Specs for the 2021 Cadillac XT5
Monday, May 24th, 2021
Back in the 2017 model year, Cadillac was continuing its new alphanumeric naming scheme when it replaced the SRX with the XT5, which joined the only other model following the new format at the time, the CT6. A few years later, the 2021 Cadillac XT5 continues to be an outstanding option in the compact luxury crossover segment. While there are many different aspects of the vehicle that have helped lead to this, its outstanding performance is certainly near the top of the list. We thought we’d highlight those specs for you here in case you were interested in one for yourself here in Milwaukee, WI.
(more…)Does the 2021 Ford Escape Offer a Hybrid Model?
Monday, March 22nd, 2021
2021 Ford Escape Powertrain Options
Are you a commuter searching for a fun and efficient SUV? Offering four unique powertrains, the 2021 Ford Escape offers the right amount of performance and fuel efficiency for a variety of drivers. At Eric Von Schledorn, we will explore all four options, including two gasoline engines, one hybrid powertrain, and one plug-in hybrid powertrain.
(more…)What’s the difference between hp and bhp?
Wednesday, January 13th, 2021
The power output capabilities of an engine are commonly represented through a type of measurement known as “horsepower,” often abbreviated as “hp.” However, you may also come across a figure denoted as “bhp;” this number tends to be different from the horsepower number. What is bhp, and how does it differ from hp?
(more…)What’s the most fuel-efficient large full-size SUV?
Thursday, December 31st, 2020
Best Fuel Economy in Large Full-Size SUV Class for 2021
The full-size SUV class isn’t typically known for great fuel efficiency, but advances in technology have made things better than they used to be. There are many benefits of a large SUV, and the most responsible way to take advantage of them may be to use the model that burns the least fuel. What’s the most fuel-efficient large full-size SUV for the 2021 model year?
(more…)What specialty parts are available for the 2021 Chevy Tahoe and Suburban?
Monday, November 30th, 2020
2021 Chevy Tahoe and 2021 Chevy Suburban Performance Upgrades
The Chevy Tahoe and Chevy Suburban are two of the most popular SUV options on the market. And for good reason. With excellent suites of features, powerful engines, and lots of space, they epitomize the SUV segment as a whole. However, some people really prefer to emphasize the Sport and Sport Utility Vehicle. So then…
What specialty parts are available on the 2021 Tahoe and Suburban?
(more…)How does the Ford Escape Hybrid recharge its electric motor?
Friday, July 17th, 2020
Ford Escape Hybrid Recharging Technology and FAQs
Electric vehicles are accepted by most in the automotive industry as the future of cars; the benefits of these vehicles are simply too much to ignore. However, charging infrastructure has a way to go before electric cars can be used easily and conveniently throughout the country.
For those who wish to ease into the benefits of an EV lifestyle, hybrid models are an attractive option. The Ford Escape Hybrid is particularly alluring; the hybrid technology is subtle, and from the outside it simply appears as an SUV that gets great gas mileage and doesn’t create many harmful emissions.
Many considering the Ford Escape Hybrid find themselves wondering: how does this vehicle recharge its electric motor?
(more…)Can a pickup sensor cause power failure in a car?
Sunday, June 14th, 2020
Automotive Power Failure Due to Pickup Sensor Failure
The sensor housed within a car’s pickup coil is a very important part of a car. As it helps to trigger a signal to the car’s ignition system, the sensor tells the system to fire a spark within the correct order through a current picked up and processed by the vehicle’s ECU or ignition system.
What happens if a pickup sensor fails? Can this result in power failure within a car?
(more…)Which 2020 Chevy Camaro is the fastest?
Thursday, April 30th, 2020
2020 Chevy Camaro Top Speed, 0-60, and Engines
One of the original pony cars, the Camaro has quite the following. Which the resurrection of the Camaro in the late 2000s, Chevy has been improving upon it with every model year.
So, how does the 2020 Camaro measure up to current performance car standards? Which 2020 Chevy Camaro is the fastest?
(more…)How fast is the 2020 Ford Mustang?
Thursday, April 30th, 2020
2020 Ford Mustang Top Speed, Acceleration, Performance Specs
The Mustang is a performance vehicle, through and through. As one of the original muscle cars, people expect the Mustang to be the best of the best. So, does the 2020 Mustang stand up to these expectations or is it just an uninspired cash-grab?
That’s what we’ll be looking at today. Is this performance legend still worth the Mustang badge? One of the ways we can find out is by seeing how fast the 2020 Ford Mustang is.
(more…)Check Out the Ford Bronco’s Off-Road Capabilities
Thursday, January 30th, 2020
First Look at the Ford Bronco Going Off-Road
One of the most highly anticipated vehicles right now, and perhaps one of the most highly anticipated of all time, is the new Ford Bronco. Ford has teased us with details here and there, but recently, this was taken to the next level through a video giving us our first look at the Ford Bronco going off-road.
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