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Job Well Done, Chevy.

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When considering a used Chevrolet, Cincinnati drivers need to be well-prepared. Normally, we’re enthusiastic supporters of buying pre-owned vehicles (albeit with all due diligence performed). Whether it's the ability to sidestep the bulk of depreciation or the self-empowerment to get more car for your money, there’s a lot of logic behind choosing pre-owned over new model year offerings. Add in...

Is the Chevy Trax the Newest Ally for Recovering Addicts?

Needle and white 2019 Chevy Trax being injected into arm
Baltimore, MD - In a study conducted by the United States Drug Enforcement Agency, it was determined that Baltimore, Maryland boasts the “highest per capita heroin addiction rate” in the U.S. With a population of approximately 645,000 people, their staggering ‘1 in 10’ situation is based around the Department of Health’s confirmation that approximately 60,000 heroin addicts call Baltimore...

Don’t Get Licked by a Dealership

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When you look back on your childhood, you will inevitably call into question various choices that your parents had made. I’m not just talking about the outfits and haircuts that they subjected you to while having your school photos taken in front of a backdrop that looked inexplicably like laser beams. Don’t get me wrong…that totally sucked. But at least...

Outrage Erupts Over Jeep Statements

SJW Protester
Of any automotive brand loyalists, none may be more rabid or unwavering in their dedication than Jeep enthusiasts. From the creation of weekend and off-roading clubs, to the organization of Jeep nights held in restaurant and mall parking lots, the Jeep community has grown to earn bonafide subculture status within our society. “It’s Jeep Life,” explained Sven Slahtgrille, managing director...

Jaguar Under Fire for Proposed Moniker

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It was recently revealed that British luxury automaker Jaguar was forced to abandon development of a new offering, following backlash regarding its proposed name. Conceived as a special edition successor to the 2-door F-Type and crossover F-Pace, the vehicle stood to create a historic link between Great Britain and Ireland. This was, of course, due to it being a joint...

Want Group Therapy With Your Lyft?

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Now, in Keene, NH, you can get more than just a Lyft or Uber ride if you want to shuttle around the county seat of Cheshire County. Thanks to a 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan and some intrepid therapists, you and your travel mates can have the opportunity to discuss your deepest worries with a professional. Call it what you will,...

New Service to Pair Used Car Salesmen with Job Opportunities

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In a world where online job placement services such as Monster, Indeed and Glassdoor are making it easier for employers and prospective applicants to find one another, job placement is enjoying a long overdue simplification. But not all jobs translate well to such services. Some positions, such as accounts payable or quality control personnel, tend to be more universal. Mechanical...

Fraudulent Dealership Blames “Upside Down” for Vanished Inventor

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Indianapolis, IN - If in search of used Chevy trucks, Indianapolis drivers might be surprised by a sudden decrease in the available inventory that they have to choose from. And while some might assume this means that inventory has simply been depleted as a result of popularity, the explanation for the exponential drop could be far more complicated. At...

In Loving Memory of Smokey Jazzhands

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Longtime readers of THE LEMON are likely to be familiar with the work of Smokey Jazzhands. One of our literary forefathers, Smokey was well-known for his insightful pieces on the more obscure stories to emerge within the automotive industry. Smokey was a consummate professional, who often kept to himself, diligently crafting the investigative excellence that has become a cornerstone of...

Maserati Brings the Schwag?

Maserati Shwag
Recently, a Maserati Dealership in NY has taken both heat AND enthusiastic high-fives as a result of their crossover marketing. Heat AND high-fives, you say? Indeed. As many fans of luxury performance vehicles know, it is not uncommon for a vehicle purchase to be accompanied by…schwag. Perhaps your purchase of a 2015 Porsche 911 earned you a branded keychain or...

Louisville Auto Dealer is “Head to Toe, So Playa”

For anyone researching Used Cars for Sale, you’re like to find out that some dealerships have jokes. Taking a possible cue from the University of Kentucky Wildcats, an unidentified hacker has taken to the Interwebz to throw shade at a Louisville car dealership. For those unfamiliar with the inspiration, let us explain. The University of Louisville had recently been named the...

Funny, Potentially Sexual Car Terms

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In my field, I’m required to write about cars. Well, since I’m a bit of an idiot, I giggle to myself whenever I read a car term that could be interpreted as inappropriate. Well, fortunately for you, I’ve compiled some of my favorite could-be-inappropriate terms below. That way, we can all join in on the immature fun! This might not...

This January…on FOX!

Search for the most popular activities in Columbus, Ohio and you’re likely to find a surprisingly large number of trendy ‘escape game’ challenges. From ‘The Chamber Room’ to ‘Trapped Columbus’, hipster culture has provided the city with countless millennials fighting to see who will solve the mystery that allows their crew to escape a locked room. For so many...

Responding to Audi’s Most Egregious Negative Reviews

I tend to look at dozens of car reviews each day. Regardless of the particular model that I’m researching, I’ll always find some egregious testimonials mixed in with all of the positive reviews. Sometimes, these complaints are warranted. For instance, maybe performance isn’t all it was touted to be, or maybe there’s a worrisome mechanical problem that’s popping up...

Asian Man Named Hyun Convinced Hyundai is Trying to Kill Him

Hyundai has always been known for their ability to cater to their customers and provide those individuals with all of the features and capabilities that they could possibly want. However, one South Korean man is claiming that the car brand is actually out to kill him. Fresh off brain damage from a freak unicycle accident, Hyun Ming claims that Hyundai...

SJWs Unite En Masse Against Automotive ‘Slut-Shaming’

The world is adrift in a sea of victim allegations, public naming, and general outrage. Amidst an endless sea of #metoo postings inundating social media platforms, we live in a world where offenders and oppressors find themselves in the perpetual crosshairs for their wrong-doing. And, based on the events of a riot held today in Bethesda, MD, it would appear as...

Lesser Known SUV Awards

When you’re shopping for SUVs, you’ll find that each brand tends to tout their various accolades and awards. However, there are a number of awards that you probably haven’t heard about, whether it be because of their risqué topic or lack of enthusiasm. Below, we’ve reviewed some lesser-known SUV awards that didn’t get much traction. When you’ve finished exploring these...

Mazda’s Vehicles Will Stifle Farts

“Whoever smelt it, dealt it” is a term you won’t be hearing much longer if you’re traveling in one of Mazda’s vehicles. That’s because the brand recently announced their unique “Fart Stifler 2000,” an exclusive technology that will help hide the smell of farts. Essentially, the brand’s engineers discovered a clever way to include specialized vents in each of their...

Coma Patient Influenced by Dank Memes

A woman crying over a dying man on a bed
In a story that most would consider unbelievable, it has been reported that for the first time in reported history, someone’s mind was actually changed by something they saw on social media.  That’s right, a year removed from the most exhausting election in social media history, humanity had grown to accept that even the most hilarious of memes would...

Olive Garden 7 Week Pasta Deal Disrupts Fiat-Chrysler Plans

When staying up-to-date on current auto news, many Dodge enthusiasts are keeping a close eye on impending changes expected for the Charger and Challenger in the 2021 model year. Over the last ten years, neither of the reintroduced Charger or Challenger have benefited from a full redesign. Limited only to minor updates, it's fair to say that some of the...