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Jon Summers

Vehicle History Writer

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Jon Summers is a historian and journalist. Since 2013, he has co-tutored “Tales to Design Cars By,” a course at Stanford University. He has also written auction catalogue descriptions for the premier classic car auction house Gooding & Company. Jon annually volunteers at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, providing show field tours for VIPs. He has a small collection of scruffy muscle cars and Suzuki GSX-R sportbikes, and loves nothing more than tinkering around with them on a Sunday afternoon. More than just the machines, he loves the freedom and independence that driving brings.

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2016 Volkswagen Jetta’s Four Engine Options Range From a 1.4L Inline-four with 150 hp to a 2.0L I-4 with 210 hp

2016 VW Jetta’s Four Engine Options Range From Affordable 150-hp 1.4L Inline-four to Lightning-quick 2.0L Inline-four with 210 Horsepower

The 2016 Volkswagen Jetta sports four engine options, each with its own draw. The base 1.4L is the most affordable and offers decent fuel economy. For a more exhilarating experience, the 2.0L can...

Dec 9, 2021

2016 Kia Sorento’s Three Engine Options Range From a 2.4L I-4 with 185 hp, to a 290-hp V6

The 2016 Kia Sorento’s 185-hp 2.4L I-4 is the most fuel-efficient engine in the range, and the 260-hp 2.0L inline-four turbo in EX and SX-Limited trims offers the best blend of performance and mpg....

Nov 29, 2021

2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Problems and Recalls

2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Faces Problems Over Faulty Brakes and Overheating Transmissions

The 2018 is the most reliable Chevrolet Silverado since the 2014 redesign, but is let down by jerky transmissions and recalls to fix the brakes. We look at these problems to determine if a 2018...

Nov 12, 2021

Top 5 Best Volvo SUVs on the Market

With a reputation built on safety and quality, Volvo entered the SUV space almost 20 years ago. With three sizes available, which is the best Volvo SUV on the market today? Volvo originated in Sweden...

Jul 15, 2021

Best and Worst Years for Ford Expedition

The Expedition SUV is a great value family hauler based on the best-selling Ford F-150. In production for 25 years, which years are best, and which are the worst? Pickup trucks with closed bodies have...

Jun 15, 2021

Best Year for the Toyota Camry

Toyota’s Camry has been a best seller since 2002. Is the car’s reputation for reliability and value justified? We find out. The Camry name is an evolution of Toyota’s long-running Crown...

Jun 14, 2021

Best and Worst Years for the Nissan Frontier

Since the model’s 1998 U.S. release, Nissan’s mid-size Frontier pickup has become a worldwide sensation. But what’s the best year for the Nissan Frontier? When the Nissan Frontier...

May 28, 2021

Dodge Cummins Reliability: Years to Avoid

The Cummins diesel engine has powered Dodge Ram pickups since ’89. Despite its legend, there are some issues to be aware of. Originally an agricultural engine, the Cummins B-series also powers...

Apr 20, 2021

Best Honda Accord Years: We Consider the Best Generations

Overall, the Honda Accord’s reliability is outstanding. But how do you choose the best Accord? We’ve done the research & break it down by generation. Since the 1980s, the Honda Accord...

Mar 18, 2021