Way back in 1957, the Land Cruiser became one of the first Toyota vehicles to be sold in the U.S. as a utilitarian vehicle that could go anywhere. It got a redesign 2016 with styling, drivetrain and multimedia enhancements, but still retains that “you can drive me anywhere” personality. Unlike other SUVs and crossovers,…
The F-Pace is Jaguar’s first crossover, billed as “a performance SUV with the DNA of a sports car.” It’s one beautiful machine. It is a Jag, after all, designed by Ian Callum. The five-passenger F-Pace is available in five trims: base, Premium, Prestige, R-Sport and S. Starting prices range from $41,990 to $70,700. Competitors…
The Range Rover Sport is a nice blend of the full-size Range Rover and the compact Evoque. It’s shorter and sportier than the Range Rover with some styling cues from the Evoque. The 2017 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is offered in five trims: SE, HSE, Supercharged, Autobiography, and SVR. Starting prices range from…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Millions of U.S. drivers will face spendy vehicle repair bills from rust damage caused by chemicals and salt used to de-ice roadways. According to a new AAA survey, U.S. drivers paid an estimated $15.4 billion in rust repairs caused by de-icing methods over the last five years, or about $3 billion a…
The S90 is Volvo’s new midsize luxury sedan, replacing the S80. It’s the first car in the U.S. to come standard with semi-autonomous driving technology. Volvo’s Pilot Assist steers the vehicle at speeds up to 80 mph, keeping the vehicle in its lane. It also works with adaptive cruise control in keeping enough space…
The Sportage is Kia’s compact crossover and is completely redesigned for the 2017 model year. It was already a strong contender in this category and with the updates, it should be on your test drive list if you’re shopping for an affordable, compact SUV. The five-passenger Sportage is available in LX, EX and SX…
The Ridgeline returns for 2017. Honda stopped producing the Ridgeline in 2014, but it’s back and completely redesigned with a more powerful V6, smooth ride, attractive interior and an optional truck bed audio system that makes the Ridgeline a top pick for tailgating. Is the Ridgeline a real midsize pick-up or a Honda Pilot…
If you’re in the market for a midsize sedan with all-wheel-drive, chances are you’re shopping for a Subaru. The Legacy is the only model that comes standard with AWD. And, of course, it’s also affordable, practical and reliable, making it a good family sedan. The five-passenger Legacy is available in five trims: 2.5i, 2.5i…
American drivers aren’t securing their loads PORTLAND, Ore., – More than 200,000 crashes involved debris on U.S. roadways during the past four years, according to a new study released by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. Road debris has resulted in approximately 39,000 injuries and more than 500 deaths between 2011 and 2014. AAA is…
National Park Service Celebrates its Centennial in August PORTLAND, Ore., – The most Americans in recent years are heading to national parks in recognition of the U.S. National Park Service’s 100th anniversary on Aug. 25. Visitation to the national parks reached an all-time high in 2015, with more than 307 million visitors, according to the…