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 […]
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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 […]
Acura Integra returns to mixed reviews
It’s not a good thing, yet that’s what Acura seems to be doing with the reintroduction of the Integra – competing against itself. In this case, the new 2023 Acura Integra is literally going head-to-head with parent company Honda and the highly regarded Civic Si. The Integra has the same turbo engine as the Si, […]
Tundra Capstone offers Lexus qualities
Toyota has done something a bit unusual – remaking a truck and giving it a Lexus-type feel on the road. The 2022 Toyota Tundra Capstone is a top-of-the-line pickup that rides smoothly, assuming it’s not hauling a trailer or has a full load in its 5.5-foot bed. We compare the Tundra Capstone to the new […]
Volvo XC60 Recharge excellent plug-in hybrid
There are a number of labels associated with the Volvo XC60 Recharge. For the record, Volvo calls it a midsize SUV. However, we’ve seen int categorized as a compact SUV and a friend insists the Recharge is a wagon. Whatever the true designation, one thing is for certain: the 2022 Volvo XC60 Recharge has received […]
New LX 600 largest Lexus SUV
Lexus made changes to its sport utility vehicle lineup this year, remodeling the previous LX570 and calling it something different – LX 600. The 2022 LX 600 separates itself from last year’s model by adding new underpinnings (same as the new Toyota Tundra full-size pickup) that make it a more capable SUV. The LX 600 […]
Toyota 4Runner still off-road standout
If owning a rugged SUV is the desire, the venerable Toyota 4Runner is worthy of consideration. However, if smooth-running crossover SUVs are more your style, then a 4Runner should be crossed off the list. The 2022 Toyota 4Runner hasn’t changed much over the past decade – it’s a midsize sport utility vehicle workhorse that remains […]
Elantra N welcome addition for Hyundai
In the highly competitive compact sedan class, the Hyundai Elantra has often been overshadowed. The competition has historically been intense, especially when pitted against perennial favorites like the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla. A long list of competent rivals also includes the Mazda 3, Volkswagen Jetta, Nissan Sentra and Kia Forte. Yet shed no pity […]
New Mazda CX-50 impressive
The popular Mazda CX-5 has been a staple in the company’s lineup since debuting 11 years ago. It’s been tasked with competing against some heavy hitters in the compact SUV class, including the Honda CR-V, Ford Escape, Nissan Rogue, Toyota RAV4, Kia Sportage, Subaru Forester, and Volkswagen Tiguan. Even amongst a stout field, the CX-5 […]
2022 Toyota GR86 revamped Scion
Seemingly a good idea nearly two decades ago by parent company Toyota, nevertheless the Scion brand lived a short life. However, the Scion legacy lives on. Evidence of that is the rebadged 2022 Toyota GR86. It was originally marketed in 2013 as the Scion FR-S, which had a hasty exit, lasting four years and being […]