The 2018 BMW i3 is available as an electric-only vehicle, or you can get the extended-range model which adds a two-cylinder gas engine and functions as a plug-in hybrid. Either way, it’s a hatchback that seats four passengers. Yes, it’s a bit odd looking inside and out and definitely attracted attention during my week-long…
The Fiat 124 Spider looks a lot like the Mazda MX-5 Miata. That’s because both are based on the same platform and built in the same plant in Hiroshima, Japan. Both are two-seat convertibles that will put a smile on your face on a sunny day! The Spider has five more horsepower and is about…
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…