The Ford Mustang has truly been one of America’s iconic cars for the past 58 years. But sales indicate its popularity could be waning. One of America’s original muscle cars, sales of the Mustang hit a six-decade low of 52,414 in 2021. That marked the sixth straight year that Mustang sales has dropped. After 14 […]
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Land Rover Defender an off-road gem
If off-roading is high on the list of appealing features, take note that the 2023 Land Rover Defender is considered one of the best off-road vehicles available today. Also of note is the price tag that comes with this luxury Land Rover. It starts out modestly at roughly $51,800, yet with lots of extras added […]
Meet the Toyota Corolla Cross
Practical is a great way to surmise the 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross, a new compact crossover sport utility vehicle. With a starting price of roughly $23,600 and fuel economy of 31-33 mph, it’s easy to locate the practical side of purchasing a Corolla Cross. It’s also safe, stylish, reliable, and has a generous list of […]
Minor changes for Lexus UX 250h
Introduced earlier this year, the latest version of the Lexus UX 250h returns minus a gas-powered version, making the hybrid powertrain standard. Some would suggest that Lexus developed the subcompact SUV as another way to get loyal Toyota buyers interested in a luxury product. Critics say one can opt for a cheaper version of the […]
More performance for Mercedes C300
Several decades ago, who could have imagined a Mercedes-Benz with a four-cylinder engine? It seems a bit far-fetched, given the luxury automobile’s history of producing exclusively high-performance vehicles. Yet that is indeed the case. The 2022 Mercedes C300 arrived with a new four-banger that’s paired with a 48-volt hybrid-assist system. No worries about performance. The […]
Ford captures Lightening in EV truck
Ford’s first all-electric truck – 2022 Ford F-150 Lightening – is a marvel that features so many cool features that it will be a temping buy for anyone seeking a full-size truck. Always at or near the top in truck sales, Ford is recognized as one of the forerunners in revolutionizing the pickup. Last year […]
Subaru Forester has performance issues
Performance is often located near the top of the list when car shoppers go searching for that just-right vehicle. With that knowledge as a guideline, why does Subaru continue to churn out cars with uninspiring performance? We test drove the 2022 Subaru Forester for a week and the lingering complaint was performance. The Forester, like […]
Genesis G90 anonymous luxury sedan
The name Genesis doesn’t come to mind when the discussion turns to luxury vehicles. It’s a tough road to travel down when the competition includes venerable auto manufactures like Mercedes-Benz, Lexus, BMW, Cadillac, Jaguar, Volvo, Acura, Land Rover, Lincoln, and even a newcomer like Tesla. Established in 2009 by parent company Hyundai, Genesis has experienced […]
Does Honda HR-V still have the magic?
Has the “magic” worn off the Honda HR-V? It’s a loaded question, because the new 2023 Honda HR-V was redesigned and emerged without its secret weapon, the unique “magic seat.” For those not in the know, previously the HR-V’s back seat could flip up with ease to accommodate a bike or a tall item on […]
Mazda3’s sales mystery
Sales of the once popular compact sedan/hatchback have plummeted the past six years in the U.S and look depressing again in 2022. And the reason why is a mystery from our perspective, because the Mazda3 should be on the short list of anyone considering a compact car. When it comes to compact cars, the Mazda3 […]