It used to be that if consumers were shopping for a reliable compact car, they could choose between the Toyota Corolla and the Honda Civic. Nowadays there are a bajillion quality choices in the class. So how does the Corolla stack up? The Corolla was first introduced in 1966 in Japan and came to…
Are you looking for a budget-friendly wagon? The 2017 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen delivers. It offers the space and practicality of a small SUV or crossover and has the nimble handling and great fuel efficiency of a small vehicle. And it won’t pack a wallop to your wallet with one of the lowest starting prices among…
The Kia Cadenza is one of the larger mid-size sedans—think Chevrolet Impala or Toyota Avalon. It was introduced for the 2014 model year and gets a makeover for 2017. The Cadenza offers attractive styling inside and out and a ton of features, giving luxury brands a run for the money. But like Hyundai, it’s been…
Don’t use the “H” word to describe the Genesis. Yes, it used to be known as the Hyundai Genesis, but now Genesis is the name of Hyundai’s new luxury brand. The old Hyundai Genesis and Equus models are now the Genesis G80 and G90 luxury sedans. Both are new models for 2017. Would you…
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…