Joe Parker is an expert in new cars, trucks, and SUVs — particularly their driving dynamics, features, and real-world pragmatism — gleaning his first-hand perspectives through his testing and reviewing of hundreds of new models since 2018.
His motorsports coverage reflects his hands-on hours behind the wheel. A recipient of over 20 awards from several state and national journalism associations, Joe is a member of the Greater Atlanta Automotive Media Association (GAAMA) and the Southeast Region Automotive Media Association (SERAMA).
It’s not easy to sell a plethora of buyers on small compact sedans in the SUV age, but there are still plenty from which to choose. The Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Mazda3, Kia Forte, Toyota Corolla and Nissan Sentra all have strong points. Among those, the Sentra isn’t the cheapest, fastest, or most economical, technological …
What desire is there to sit for three, four or even five hours watching a NASCAR race? The answer is easy when it’s a race like this year’s Ambetter 400 Atlanta. The racing was on the edge throughout, it was filled with drama and capped off by a three-wide photo-finish for the win. And it …