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Kia has really turned things around in the last decade. They have transformed their reputation from being weak and cheap to sporty and reliable. Throughout this transition, the Kia Sportage has been continuously reworked to be a competitive compact SUV to compete against the Honda CR-V and Rav4. So why is it falling short?  A …

The 2020 Honda CR-V is a sporty little SUV that has the chance to compete against the RAV4, which just released an off-roading model. While the Rav4 TRD does have some off-roading capabilities, it can’t exactly go far. So, can the Honda CR-V go further down the country trails?  Can The Honda CR-V Go Off-Roading?  …

While there were several luxury crossover SUVs in 2013, few could match that year’s BMW X3 safety ratings, spirited performance, and pleasant ride experience. As a luxury compact SUV, the BMW X3 showed a lot of promise with its upscale roomy interior and energetic handling. Many claimed it felt more like driving a sports car …

2020 is proving to be another winning year for Acura’s luxury crossover SUV, the RDX. Since its redesign in 2019, this American-made model is edging out the competition and winning accolades from the likes of J.D. Power and U.S. News. Taking the No. 1 spot in the 15 Best Luxury Compact SUVs for 2020 list, …

Subaru has an excellent reputation as a reliable, long-lasting family car. Plus, who can resist the tear-jerking commercials about keeping children safe as they grow up? Heck, Subaru even has dog commercials. How can a vehicle have a bad reputation if it’s dog-approved?  Too bad, you shouldn’t choose a vehicle based on its commercials alone. …

Sometimes a vehicle is simply too good to be true, and the Range Rover Evoque fits into that category. It looks incredibly modern and stylish, has a great brand name, and can hit the trails with some of the best off-road vehicles on the market. So, what’s the problem? Is it too expensive? Does it …

Jeep is an auto brand that isn’t exactly associated with safety. Its reputation stems from Jeep Wrangler models in the past that weren’t exactly the safest vehicles to be in during collisions and rollovers. So, how does the Jeep Renegade compare? Is this small SUV that’s packed to the rims with attitude a safer pick …

To understate it slightly, the Kia Telluride is proving a big success. It’s the first Korean vehicle to win Motor Trend’s SUV of the Year, and Car and Driver finds it almost infuriatingly well-designed. Both it and its Hyundai cousin, the Palisade, offer a lot of standard features, including a 3rd-row for families. And now, …

Mitsubishi launched the Outlander Sport in 2011 as the subcompact crossover version of the midsize Outlander. Is it past its prime? Hard to say. When an aging car never really hit its prime in the first place, then it’s just aging and wanting. Wanting to be competitive, wanting somebody to buy it. But nothing in …

Well, you knew this would happen it was just a matter of when. An online Bronco forum snagged these images of what is most assuredly the new 2021 Ford Bronco Sport. This is not the regular-size Bronco also coming soon to a Ford dealer near you. This is the smaller Bronco “Sport” front-wheel-drive version. Some …

With a name like Ford Escape, you expect to see some sort of SUV or truck suited for off-roading. However, the Escape is an angular shaped cross-over that looks like a daily driver, leaving us to wonder how it compares against other off-roading vehicles.  Can The Ford Escape Go Off-Roading?   As far as off-roading Ford …

The compact SUV segment is one of the best-selling categories in the United States, with owners looking for mainstream and luxury SUVs on the smaller side. These vehicles pack a lot of punch when it comes to features and performance, but one factor that’s very important to today’s drivers is fuel economy. Buyers are looking …

Subaru Crosstrek fans are finally getting their wish. The automaker recently announced that the popular subcompact crossover SUV is getting a powertrain upgrade. When will the new powertrains arrive? What options will Crosstrek fans have?  The current Subaru Crosstrek powertrain As of the 2020 models of the Subaru Crosstrek, the powertrain is a 2.0-liter flat-four …

It seems there are a lot of vehicles out there that have tons of complaints against them. Whether the problems are major, or they’re just minor issues, each automaker has their fair share of dealing with irate consumers that aren’t pleased with the products. Subaru is one of a few automakers that have one vehicle …

The current-generation Acura RDX has been out for over a year now and sales have been increasing since its debut for the 2019 model year. It’s new styling and features have curried favor with consumers and it has remained competitive among others in its segment. But if you’re looking for an RDX, you might be …

Mark Smith is the father of Smyth Performance. In recent years his company has gone from focusing on creating motorcycles and mid-engine sports cars to creating “Utes.” That is where his company hit the jackpot.   What is a Ute? Utes are a category of vehicles that have come and gone in the United States. They …

Although the body of the 2020 Outback is almost identical to the 2019 model, Subaru added new features to Subaru’s EyeSight technology. The new 11.6 inch touchscreen is also available for the 2020 Subaru Outback. And let’s not forget the new LED headlight technology. This vehicle may not look different on the outside, but it …

Here are the most common Jeep Compass problems that require expensive maintenance and affect old and new model years of the compact SUV.

These days, it seems like our cars can do everything. They can tell us when we need to perform maintenance, warn us of vehicles in our blind spot, and it’s only a matter of time before your dashboard will be able to serve up fresh baked cookies.  But seriously, our vehicles’ technology has come a …

The burgeoning subcompact SUV market has had some stiff competition over the years and it’s only getting stiffer. The lengthy roster of this category includes cars like the Nissan Kicks, Ford Ecosport, Toyota C-hr, and Jeep Renegade, to name a few. Two very likely competitors, however, are the 2020 Honda HR-V and 2020 Mazda CX-30. …