A Jaguar wagon? Yep, the Sportbrake is the new wagon version of the midsize luxury XF sedan. Instead of a trunk, there’s a hatchback. Wagons have been popular in Europe for years, while compact crossovers are the top choice for Americans. But wagons are making a comeback here with offerings from Audi, Buick, Mercedes-Benz,…
The Mazda6 was known as being a sportier option for consumers wanting a sedan, competing against stalwarts the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry. The Accord and Camry are both re-designed for 2018 and are pretty sweet to drive. The Mazda6 also gets re-engineered, with a more refined but still fun-to-drive spirit and more emphasis on…
AAA Foundation releases Phase 6 of Distracted Driving Research PORTLAND, Ore., – Apple CarPlay and Google’s Android Auto are less distracting to drivers when compared to built-in vehicle infotainment systems designed by automakers, according to new research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. While many of today’s infotainment systems create potentially unsafe levels of…
The Santa Fe Sport is Hyundai’s two-row crossover, not to be confused with its larger sibling, the Santa Fe, which has three rows of seating. The Sport is in the compact crossover class but is actually a bit larger than many of its rivals, while a little smaller than a midsize SUV. So you can…
Acura, Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche and Volvo… the Lexus RX 350 has several worthy competitors in the luxury midsize SUV and crossover category but still manages to stand out in this very tough crowd. In fact, it’s the best-selling popular luxury midsize SUV and best-selling luxury crossover in the U.S. for the year so far.…
The coupe is an endangered species these days due to the popularity of SUVs and crossovers. But they sure are fun to drive, especially when you get a luxury, performance-oriented coupe like the Audi A5. The A5 Coupe is in its second generation and all-new for 2018 with a longer and lower design that gives…
The XT5 is Cadillac’s midsize SUV. It was originally the SRX, but then got a makeover and a name change for the 2017 model year. For 2018, it gets a few updates. Cadillac says this crossover combines luxury and high-tech convenience features with a lightweight build that improves driving dynamics and fuel economy. The…
Driving a Jaguar F-Type sure attracts a lot of attention. This stunning cat is definitely a head turner! Moments after first getting into the 2018 Jaguar F-Type 400 Sport AWD coupe, a man in the car next to me on S.W. Broadway in downtown Portland nodded approvingly and gave the thumbs up sign. Another…
These days, everyone wants a crossover or SUV. So midsize sedans like the Accord and its chief rival, the Toyota Camry, have got to do even more to be attractive to buyers. Both are redesigned for 2018, and both have never been better. Frankly, shoppers who think they want a compact crossover for the family…
The Santa Fe is a comfortable midsize crossover that’s great for families. It got redesigned for 2013, refreshed for 2017 and gets a few tweaks for the 2018 model year. The Santa Fe will be all-new for 2019, arriving at dealers this summer, so shoppers may find some good deals on the outgoing models. …