Among the innovative boxy vehicles that were introduced around a decade ago, only one survivor remains – the Kia Soul. We bid farewell to the Honda Element, Nissan Cube and Scion xB, but the Soul has not only survived, it has thrived. Often identified for its “toaster-shaped” look, the Soul has been a huge success. […]
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Redesign adds AWD to 2019 Mazda3
Mazda engineers are known for pushing the envelope in the search for something more innovative and interesting than its competitors. With that in mind, the Japanese automaker has equipped the popular 2019 Mazda3 with a novel new feature – all-wheel drive (AWD). With the exception of the front-wheel drive base sedan, every other Mazda3 trim […]
Affordable 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander
The most endearing thing about the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander? The compact sport utility vehicle can be driven off the dealer lot for a very reasonable price. Cost-conscious car shoppers should give the Outlander a look because it starts at approximately $24,800 and even a fairly upscale model that’s loaded with amenities can be purchased for […]
2019 Lexus RX 400hL accommodating SUV
Large snowflakes were cascading down in regular intervals, making the driving a little hazardous on a spring ski trip to Lake Tahoe. However, thanks to the efficiency of the 2019 Lexus RX 400hL, the tricky road conditions were never an issue. The midsize hybrid sport utility vehicle was up to the task, it’s standard all-wheel […]
2019 Honda Insight a solid hybrid
This was not what the executives at Honda anticipated happening when the Insight was first introduced to the American public. In December 1999, the Japanese automaker unveiled the Insight as the first-ever hybrid in North America. Touting its outrageous fuel economy and banking on its quirky appearance, Honda was prepared to reap the benefits as […]
2019 Hyundai Kona appealing subcompact SUV
There are so many crossover sport utility vehicles on the roadways these days it’s hard to keep track of them all. Many of them are subcompact crossover SUVs, which are the latest craze among car buyers looking for versatility, a little sportiness, and a reasonable price. A year ago, the Hyundai Kona entered the scene. […]
2019 Kia K900 cool luxury sedan
Are you looking for a luxury sedan that won’t break the bank? Kia believes it has just the car for you. The 2019 Kia K900, a sedan with some fine qualities, comes at an appealing sticker price – approximately $60,000. Despite the appealing price, there’s reasons to be extremely wary of pulling the trigger on […]
New engine ups 2019 Mazda CX-5 appeal
Say hello to the 2019 Mazda CX-5, a small crossover SUV that delivers the ride quality that can match any of its competitors. Mazda understands the CX-5 is the clear MVP in its lineup of cars. Last year CX-5 sales in the U.S. were 150,622, which represents 17 percent of Mazda’s overall sales. The Mazda3, […]
2019 Chevrolet Equinox solid small SUV
Although it still remains a notch behind the class leaders, the Chevy Equinox can point to the numbers for its impact in the compact crossover sport utility vehicle class. Indeed, the numbers for 2018 were impressive. Chevy sold 332,618 Equinox models a year ago. That figure was 42,000 more than 2017 and approximately 90,000 more […]
Nissan Rogue still top seller
There’s nothing spectacular about the Nissan Rogue. However, even though it’s a somewhat pedestrian compact crossover sport utility vehicle, it’s the top-selling vehicle in the Nissan fleet. How popular is the Rogue? Extremely popular. In 2018, Nissan reported sales of 412,110, the most since the Rogue debuted in fall 2007. Those numbers were no fluke. […]