Ed Reeves

ST, which stands for “sports-tuned,” is the performance trim level for Ford vehicles, including the 2020 Ford Edge ST. Is a performance crossover SUV an oxymoron or just what you’re looking for? If it sounds like just what you need, then read on for a way to get your Ford Edge ST and still save …

MotorTrend ranked the 2020 Tesla Model 3 highly, placing it at No. 2 out of 12 luxury compact sedans. Edmunds also liked the 2020 Model 3, giving it Top-Rated status in the luxury EV class. Still part of the first generation, which appeared in 2017, the 2021 Model 3 doesn’t introduce any substantial changes. However, …

Introduced in 1985, the Ford Taurus was the best-selling car in the U.S. by 1992, a position it held until 1996. In 2018, Ford decided to end the sale of sedans in the U.S. and, as part of that, produced the very last Ford Taurus on March 1, 2019. Since all Tauruses are now used …

Turbocharging an engine was first used in airplanes; however, it’s also very useful in vehicles. The turbo in a plane engine compressed the thinner air to improve performance at higher altitudes. Turbochargers are two fans in an internal combustion engine that redirect unused power from the back of the engine to add more air to …

Once a very common transmission, there aren’t too many new cars with manual transmissions around these days. MotorTrend has managed to find 17 that still offer stick shift for their 2021 model year, though. The 2021 Mazda3 is one of those cars, but there probably won’t be too many manual versions of the Mazda3. Here’s …

Crossovers are a popular SUV size these days. There are a number of gas, diesel, hybrid, and electric versions to choose from as well. That includes offerings from the luxury brands. BMW plans to add more electric models to its offerings over the next few years, and its smallest crossover SUV, the BMW X1, has …

It may be exciting to have a luxury car to impress your neighbors, but there’s no longer a need to pay extra for additional safety and comfort features. In recent years, many of the same luxury and driver-assist features have started to be included in other brands as well. With this in mind, there may …

While the first hybrid vehicle was introduced in 1899, for most of its history, the car has been gas powered. Almost 100 years later, the Toyota Prius became the first successful modern hybrid vehicle. It was introduced in Japan in 1997 and in the United States in 2000. While the Prius has proved to be …

Founded in 1944, Kia has been known for making affordable vehicles. However, the company has caught up with its competitors, now manufacturing several award-winning options. The Kia Telluride was new for 2020 and the Kia Soul was redesigned for 2020, and both have been well received. The Kia K5, which joins the lineup for 2021, …

There are several reasons why the Toyota Camry has been the best-selling passenger car in the United States for 18 years in a row. Its great reliability and excellent safety ratings contribute to its popularity. For 2021, the Toyota Camry delivers new updates while staying true to the formula that makes the Camry an ongoing …

With the world struggling under the weight of the COVID-19 pandemic and shutdowns affecting the U.S. economy, the government passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act in March. This act includes the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), designed to help small businesses retain their employees. Funds used to cover payroll, mortgages, rent, or …

Toyota offers two different RAV4 options for the environmentally-conscious or fuel-efficiency focused buyer. In addition to the gas Toyota RAV4, there are the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and the Toyota RAV4 Prime, which is a plug-in hybrid new for 2021. While both are great options, there are a few reasons why you might prefer the Toyota …

The 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan has a lot to offer. However, it is one of the only new SUVs to not offer a hybrid version. What is the reason for this?

InsideEVs recently tested out the 2019 BMW i3s. Its tester took a car borrowed from BMW of North America out for a 70 MPH highway range test. The year-old car had only 600 miles on it. Since there haven’t been any changes to the battery or powertrain between the 2019 and 2020 models, the results …

If you drive an older model Kia Sorento, you may already be aware that it’s prone to several different problems. One of these issues, failing headlights, is currently the subject of an investigation by the government. Having two working headlights is crucial to safely drive down the road. That could be an issue for the …

The new 2021 Toyota 4Runner has an expensive TRD trim that is made for off-roading. However, it is inexplicably missing a key feature.

The 2020 Ford Expedition is by almost every measure a great SUV. However, it's hard to justify the Expeditions hefty price tag.

Now in its third generation, the BMW X3 and Audi Q5 are both top-rated SUVs by U.S. News, with the X3 coming in first and the Q5 coming in second. They’re both great SUVs that are fun to drive and a good size for families. What are the differences, and which one is better? The …

The three-row crossover Subaru Ascent is perfect for Subaru fans who need something bigger than the Forester or Outback. The upcoming 2021 Subaru Ascent will provide even more safety for families. It will offer buyers additional standard features but increase the price for each of the four trim levels too. The 2021 Subaru Ascent The …

While some drivers like loud cars, if you’re driving around with a bunch of noisy kids in the back of your SUV, you don’t necessarily want a lot of vehicle noise adding to the sounds. A quiet SUV can be more difficult to find. Due to their boxy shape and height off the ground, SUVs …