Automotive
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Automotive Brand Pyramid: A New Hierarchy for Car Brands
If you’re looking for a practical guide to gauge where your favorite car brand is placed before you are thinking of a new car, look no further than our Pyramid of Car Brands.
The EV Car Brands Pyramid: A New Hierarchy for EV Automotive Brands in 2024
The SmartZup EV Car Brands Pyramid ranks all-electric car brands for 2024, explains the growth of EVs and profiles top hypercars such as the Rimac Nevera.
Car Renting Simplified: The Car Model Pyramid
Have you ever felt lost when ordering a rental car, unsure about the model, brand, and price? Navigating the myriad of options can be overwhelming.
6 Zombie Brands that Came Back from the Dead
Picture this: a graveyard filled with faded logos and forgotten slogans. A place where brands go to die, their once-shining glory reduced to mere memories.
Exploring Family-Friendly Korean Car Brands: 2024 Models and Features
A guide to 2024 family-friendly SUVs from Korean car brands Kia, Hyundai and Genesis, covering seating, space, safety features and U.S. starting prices.
From Ownership to Identity: How Brands Shape Experiences and Transform Us
How brands are moving from selling products to staging experiences and personal transformation, with examples from LVMH, carmakers, consumer brands and hotels.
2024’s Top 10 Safe Budget-Friendly Cars
The top 10 safe, budget-friendly cars of 2024 based on Kelley Blue Book and Yahoo Finance, from the Toyota Prius and Mazda 3 to midsize cars and family SUVs.
The Convertible Luxury Car Brands Pyramid
SmartZup’s Convertible Luxury Car Brands Pyramid ranks 2024 cabrio models by price, from entry-level convertibles under $50,000 to ultra luxury over $1 million.
Discover the Best German Car Brands for Families: Top Choices Revealed
Comparing German family cars from Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi and Porsche, from estate wagons to SUVs, with a 2024 price comparison of 18 models.
Spotlight On: JEEP
The legend began in 1941. World War II was just beginning, and the United States Army had requested a vehicle that was small but mighty. Its purposes were for general use, but four-wheel drive and cross-country capabilities were a priority. It also had to be able to carry a small machine gun.
Fiat Follies: the Italian Automobile Soap Opera You Didn’t Know You Wanted to Hear
If I asked you to name an iconic Italian redemption story, I’m sure many of you would start quoting me lines from “The Godfather.” To which I would reply, in my best Marlon Brando impersonation, “I have a sentimental weakness for my readers and I like to spoil them, as you can see.” (Yes, that
Lamborghini: A Legacy of Speed, Luxury, and Innovation
The story of Lamborghini, from Ferruccio Lamborghini’s tractor company and his famous dispute with Enzo Ferrari to the supercar brand’s sales growth and facts.
Haute Couture on The Road: The Iconic World of Limousines
The history of the limousine, from its roots in France’s Limousin region to today’s stretch limos, with the dominant brands, common uses, pricing and features.
Mercedes G-Class: The Definition of Adventure and Elegance
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class, built in Graz, Austria, since 1979: its military origins, off-road features, models and starting prices, and its celebrity fans.
Spotlight on: Ferrari
Spotlight on Ferrari: the Maranello sports car maker founded by Enzo Ferrari in 1939, its racing history, brand value and the story of its prancing horse logo.
Spotlight on: Tesla
Spotlight on Tesla: how the EV maker founded in 2003 grew from the Roadster to the Model S, X, 3 and Y, plus its Gigafactories, market value and energy storage.
Top Japanese Family Cars of 2024: Your Complete Guide to Models and Pricing
A guide to 2024 family-friendly Japanese cars from Toyota, Lexus, Nissan, Mazda and Honda, comparing sedans, SUVs and minivans on safety, space and price.