It’s not easy for the Nissan Altima. Despite being a solid midsize family sedan, the competition has always been formidable. And seemingly no matter what Nissan does, the Altima typically gets overlooked. That trend did change for a bit when the redesigned Altima was introduced in 2013. A smart remodeling put a little scare into […]
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Improved Nissan Pathfinder celebrates 30th anniversary
Once known as a cumbersome sport utility vehicle that didn’t have mass appeal, the Nissan Pathfinder is gradually gaining admirers thanks to some smart changes over the past few years. The front-wheel drive Pathfinder (all-wheel drive is an option) is one of the original SUV trailblazers and this year celebrates its 30th anniversary. In that […]
Subaru Outback capable off-road SUV
It’s considered a sport utility vehicle, but could easily be mistaken for a wagon. I’m guessing the folks at Subaru could care less how the 2017 Subaru Outback is categorized: as long as it sells. And regardless of looks – which are appealing – there are many good selling points for the latest version of […]
Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road offers good versatility
Toyota enjoys huge sales numbers in the U.S., where reportedly half the midsize trucks sold are Tacoma models. One of the popular choices in the Tacoma lineup is the TRD Off-Road model. For more than two decades, the Tacoma has been a very popular alternative for shoppers who feel regular full-size trucks are just too […]
Lexus NX 200t features edgy exterior
After manufacturing generations of vehicles with rather understated exteriors, Lexus has suddenly drifted away from its comfort zone and is designing some edgy cars. The problem with edgy is there’s two sides of the coin. While a particular design might be appealing to one person, it can totally offend another, which in the car business […]
Hyundai Santa Fe features two diverse models
For years now Hyundai has gotten very good at delivering the goods throughout its vehicle line-up. The South Korean auto manufacturer has crafted a winning formula that includes attractive styling, lots of value, affordable pricing, and a killer warranty on its drivetrain – 10 years, 100,000 miles. One of Hyundai’s more impressive vehicles is the […]
Acura RDX remains high-quality SUV
On a recent vacation, cruising along the interstates, city streets, near the Puget Sound waterways, and mountainous terrain in the Seattle region was an effortless chore for the 2017 Acura RDX. The RDX is a very stream-lined, attractive, luxury crossover sport utility vehicle that thankfully supplied plenty of comfort and convenience as my wife and […]
New Hyundai Elantra resembles midsize sedan
No excuses required if you fail to recognize the 2017 Hyundai Elantra. A redesign took away the vehicle’s somewhat bold curves and replaced them with a more conservative look that resembles the popular midsize Hyundai Sonata. For knowledgeable Hyundai folks, that means the new bolder designed Elantra went from being an appealing looking compact sedan […]
Kia Forte continues to gain in esteem
Redesigned two years ago, the Kia Forte got noticed right away. There was a lot to like – it was longer, lower and wider than previous models, and the result was a roomier interior, which is always a good thing for a compact vehicle. Almost universally across the board, Kia keeps improving its brand. The […]
Honda Accord Remains Top-Notch Hybrid
If you missed seeing the 2016 Honda Accord Hybrid, no worries because there wasn’t one. Honda switched the production to Japan a year ago and took a year off from manufacturing its popular hybrid model. The Honda Accord Hybrid is back for 2017 and frankly better than ever. Among the changes for the gasoline-electric powertrain, […]