The 2020 model year brought with it several brand-new SUV models, each with varying levels of fanfare. There’s the Lincoln Corsair, the Tesla Model Y, the white-hot Kia Telluride, and the 2020 Mazda CX-30. The Mazda is particularly intriguing because the brand has recently won several awards, including U.S. News‘ “Best Car Brand” — for the …
In an increasingly competitive and ultra-crowded midsize SUV segment, the Honda Pilot is celebrating its 19th anniversary with the 2021 model year. This is expected to be the last year of the Pilot’s current generation, which is likely why Honda released a new special edition — aptly named the SE for Special Edition. While it …
MINI is not typically synonymous with SUVs. Sporty and eye-catching little cars, sure — but SUVs? The name alone is suggestive of a compact car. Yet, there’s the Mini Cooper Countryman, a crossover that’s pleasantly surprising in just about every way. Technically the Countryman is actually an SAV, a Sports Activity Vehicle, but that seems to …
It wasn’t all that long ago that Kia was considered the laughing stock of the automotive industry. In the early and mid-2000s, the brand anchored the bottom of J.D. Power’s annual Initial Quality Study (IQS). With nothing more than basic features and widespread problems like Sportage engines that would simply stop working, Kia owners hated …
Subaru is most often associated with wagons and rally cars favored by adventure lovers, but the brand actually makes one of the most versatile and capable compact crossover SUVs on the market: the Forester. In fact, Consumer Reports recently compiled a list of the “10 Best SUVs You Can Buy Right Now,” and the 2020 …
It’s no secret that SUVs have been enjoying some serious time in the spotlight for the past several years. Crossovers, in particular, are more popular than ever, with consumers preferring more versatility and cargo room than sedans offer, but better fuel economy — and price tags — than full-size SUVs. Two of the most popular crossovers …
If you’re shopping for a luxury large SUV, you have an almost overwhelming number of choices. Whether you’re looking for longevity or fuel-efficiency is your main priority, there are a number of options – like the Lincoln Navigator – that fit the bill. In this segment where vehicles get more standard features each year and …
Subie, Scooby, or just plain Subaru — whatever you call it, the brand is one of the most iconic in the automobile industry (and, arguably, even outside the auto industry). Subaru has a cult-like following of loyal consumers, and Subaru has been awarded the Brand Image Award an impressive six times by Kelley Blue Book, …
The Nissan Altima is consistently one of the best selling cars in the country. However, in 2009 the Altima really missed the mark.
With many vehicle manufacturers, consumers are faced with choosing between luxury or sportiness. However, Audi stands out as a company that effortlessly marries both in its cars and SUVs. Take the Audi Q7, the 15-year veteran three-row midsize SUV that has earned a reputation as a solid buy in the segment that’s both supremely luxurious and …
As the SUV craze continues and vehicles become increasingly luxurious, the luxury midsize SUV segment has become fiercely competitive. There are several fantastic choices within the class, but two are especially intriguing: The 2020 Lincoln Aviator and the 2020 Audi Q7. In their own ways, the Aviator and the Q7 are both all-new this year. …
While Mini has been making the Countryman Plug-in Hybrid for a couple of years now, the 2020 Mini Cooper SE is its first-ever all-electric vehicle. The automaker is well-known for making vehicles that are fun to drive, fairly expensive, and — hence the name — small. The Mini Cooper SE stays true to the brand in …
The Mazda B-Series was a popular little truck up until its discontinuation. What ever happened to this truck and how does it live on today?
For many years, Dodge has been well-known for making strong vehicles including the RAM, Durango, and Charger. The brand is synonymous with iconic, powerful, American-made cars and trucks. Well, no one’s perfect, right? Back in 2009, Dodge introduced the world to its first-ever crossover, the midsize Dodge Journey. The Journey was touted as a stylish and …
The Ford Explorer is an iconic American SUV in several ways. It was introduced to the world in 1990 as Ford’s first-ever four-door SUV and it’s had many stylish exteriors in its 30 years. Explorers are also notoriously loaded with standard features, and they’re highly customizable — something that makes them perfect not just for …
If you’re one of the many Americans shopping for a new SUV, you’re in excellent company, and you have a tremendous selection. Whether you’re looking for a three-row SUV, one with a powerful V8 engine, a model with excellent fuel economy, or the SUV with the most cargo space, there are a number of choices …
Acura owners love their vehicles. The automaker has established itself as the most affordable luxury brand and several Acura models are consistent award winners. Two SUVs, in particular, have earned numerous accolades in the past few years: the Acura MDX and the Acura RDX. The MDX also has a substantially longer ownership term than most …
Acura has established itself as an approachable luxury automobile brand, making vehicles that bridge the gap between non-luxury brands such as Honda and ultra-premium brands like Aston Martin. Drivers can count on getting loads of standard features and plush cabins with an Acura at a great price point — most of the time. In the case …
The new Volkswagen Arteon is starting to make a name of itself. What do critics and consumers love about this sporty car?
There’s no question that SUVs are more popular than ever, including models like the Lexus RX. In fact, according to data from Consumer Reports and Statista, nearly half of all vehicles sold in the U.S. in 2019 were SUVs. It’s little wonder since you can find models with every bell and whistle imaginable. SUVs come …
Like many automakers today, Mazda has several crossover SUV models. The newly-introduced 2020 Mazda CX-30 is a subcompact SUV that sits between the CX-3, which is another subcompact, and the CX-5, a slightly larger compact SUV. Interestingly, the smaller CX-3 is less expensive than the CX-30 but comes with more standard features. The five-seater Mazda …
In the ultra-crowded and continuously growing SUV segment, it seems consumers are introduced to entirely new vehicle classes every few years. There are standard SUVs, crossovers, and now “CUVs,” which can — maddeningly —stand for crossover utility vehicles, coupe utility vehicles, or compact utility vehicles, depending on the carmaker and the area of the world. Making …
Jeep is best-known for making the iconic Wrangler, one of the original rugged and highly off-road-capable SUVs. In 2007, the carmaker got in on the wildly popular crossover SUV trend and introduced the Jeep Compass. Largely because that coincided with the Great Recession and an extremely difficult time in the auto industry, the Compass has …
We’ve all been there: you’re walking up to your car in the parking lot and you notice fresh drops of liquid under it. Your car has been running great, so you quickly dismiss the possibility of it being anything concerning. You notice an ever-growing collection of dark droplets on your driveway over the next several …
Sequoias are tremendous trees native to California and are among some of the largest in the world. What a fitting name for Toyota’s largest SUV. When it was introduced in 2001, the Toyota Sequoia’s overall length of 204 inches and 118.1-inch wheelbase made it almost exactly the same size as the Ford Expedition and about …
When it comes to American-made trucks, two names immediately come to mind. Sure, there are Ram owners and there are people who drive GMC Sierras, but the real rivalry has always been the Chevy Silverado vs. the Ford F-Series. Regardless of which camp you’re in, you have to admit that both trucks have a ton to offer. …
While some car buyers are primarily looking for vehicles with the latest technology and convenience features, others are more concerned with reliability and longevity. According to Consumer Reports, the average vehicle today has a lifespan of about 11 years, or just shy of 150,000 miles. That may sound great, but certain cars last much longer …
Ford F-Series trucks have been the best-selling trucks in America for more than 40 consecutive years, and the line had its best sales year ever in 2019 — by a long shot. According to data from Motor1, 896,526 F-Series trucks were sold in 2019, while Ram came in second with 633,694 trucks sold. The Ford …
In a world where consumers have been increasingly favoring SUVs and pickup trucks, small cars like the Mazda3 have quietly become more premium and technologically advanced. However, with so many people’s circumstances changing recently, there’s more of an emphasis on cost and reliability than ever before. Compact and small cars are in the spotlight once …
Toyota Tacoma models have a fiercely loyal, almost cult-like following. Often affectionately referred to as “Tacos,” the trucks aren’t full-sized, but they perform just as well as their larger counterparts — particularly off-road. The Toyota Tacoma also has a long history of being reliable and safe, plus they’re affordable. It’s easy to see why drivers love …
The ultra-competitive full-size truck segment has long been dominated by American-made powerhouses Ford, Chevrolet, and Ram. When the Toyota Tundra got a complete redesign in 2014, though, things changed. Toyota enlisted the help of engineering and design specialists from — where else — the U.S. and moved all Tundra manufacturing and production facilities to the …
Anyone in the market for a new midsize sedan likely has the 2020 Honda Accord near the top of their list and for good reason. The Accord consistently performs well in ratings for safety, reliability, cost to own, and customer satisfaction. It’s been named to Car and Driver’s annual 10Best list a stunning 34 times …
It seems there’s a lot to love about the Kia Stinger. The sports sedan was launched in 2018, and ever since then, complaints from owners have been few and far between. Those unfamiliar with the Stinger may be thinking, “There’s a lot to love about . . . a Kia?” That’s a valid thought. Since …
If you’re in the market for a midsize pickup truck, the Ford Ranger is likely high on your list. After a nine-year hiatus, the Ranger rejoined Ford’s North American lineup in 2019 with a grand entrance. The truck has received several industry honors, including J.D. Power’s Performance and Quality awards and being named one of …
