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These are the 5 Highest Horsepower Wagons

Station wagons still seem to dot the driveways of America. Admittedly however, there are fewer of them when compared the to late 1970s and early 1980s. The mini-van did a lot to stifle the station wagon segment. Although, there are a few that remain that are pretty powerful. Here is a list of the five …
White 2011 Cadillac CTS-V Wagon driving on a city bridge

We Still Can’t Believe Cadillac Built a 556-hp CTS-V Station Wagon

GM’s brands haven’t always been managed well, and Cadillac is no exception. Especially when it comes to unconventional performance models. Admittedly, Cadillac never offered something as unusual as the SSR convertible pickup or HHR SS panel van. But considering American tastes, Cadillac’s station wagon was definitely an outlier. Especially when the Cadillac CTS-V Wagon showed …
Dark blue 2020 Mercedes E450 4Matic Wagon parked in front of a city

The Mercedes E-Class Wagon May Be the Ideal Luxury Car

Despite the SUV’s seeming supremacy, wagons are still in demand. Especially from luxury brands like Mercedes. In fact, the German automaker is planning on expanding its wagon lineup. Mercedes has often offered a variety of luxury vehicles, such as a 500-hp minivan and even an E-Class pickup. And if you’re after a car that combines …
Red 2009 Chevrolet HHR SS wagon panel van version, side view, with Doug Demuro behind it

The Chevy HHR Makes for an Odd High-Performance Panel Van

Besides the Corvair-based Greenbrier, Chevrolet’s panel vans tend to be less about quirks than practicality. Though, admittedly the Greenbrier’s rear-engine layout was chosen for practical reasons. However, panel vans’ cousins, wagons and minivans, have shown that practicality can come with attractive design or even high-power performance. The retro-styled Chevy HHR may have been more car …
2019 Buick Regal TourX

Alternatives to the Buick Regal TourX

Buick doesn’t have the most impressive vehicles in its lineup but the car brand does have a few fan-favorites. One of them is the Buick Regal TourX, which is America’s last classic station wagon. Drivers love the TourX because it’s energetic, comfortable, and spacious. It’s sad though, the most notable thing about this year’s TourX …

Worst Wagons of 2020

Wagons are the perfect medium between a compact car and an SUV. They are quickly becoming more and more popular. We’ve already been through Consumer Reports‘ best wagons of 2020, so it only makes sense that we would also write up a list of the worst wagons of 2020 as well. Anyone looking for a …
2020 Subaru Outback

Best Wagons of 2020

The American Wagon is a classic and it’s still going strong. There will always be a die-hard wagon fans loading up their family and tossing gear into the hatchback rear cargo. But not all wagons are created equal. According to Consumer Reports, wagons continue to be a raring segment. There are offerings from Honda to …
Royal Stagecoach

Early SUVs Were a Lot More Primitive Than You Think

Sitting around the breakfast table this morning sparked a conversation about the pioneer days. It was a time when people were heading west to discover lands beyond the east coast. But the conversation then turned to the question, how did those pioneers get supplies once their original stash was depleted. That’s when we meandered into the topic …
A grey Volvo V90 parked near the forest.

5 SUV Alternatives You Shouldn’t Overlook

For the past few decades, the consumer interest in SUVs has been steadily increasing and automakers are responding with bigger and more tech-savvy offerings. But what if you don’t need something as big as an SUV, but still need a vehicle with some utility that can carry multiple passengers comfortably? In that case, here are …
A blue 1994 Audi RS2 Avant

The Audi RS2 Avant: The Fast Wagon That Helped Save Porsche

Today, Porsche is an admired, successful automaker. But that wasn’t always the case. In the late 80s and early 90s, Porsche was struggling to stay afloat. Luckily, it was able to push through, and deliver highly-profitable vehicles like the Cayenne. That was thanks to partnering with and building cars for other automakers. One of those …
2012 Porsche Panamera side

A Used Porsche Panamera Is a Surprisingly Awesome Bargain

Porsche’s lineup includes some well-regarded sports and luxury vehicles. However, even the most affordable ones aren’t exactly cheap. That includes its sole sedan, the Porsche Panamera, which is arguably closer to a station wagon. However, although a new one can easily go for $150k, as Doug Demuro explains, used Porsche Panameras can be had for …
2020 Subaru Forester

Can the Subaru Forester Replace Your SUV?

You might think you need an SUV to carry people, or go off-roading, but that’s not necessarily true. Vans like the Mitsubishi Delica can do all that too. However, if you don’t want to deal with a JDM vehicle’s quirks, wagons like the Subaru Forester are an excellent alternative. It’s one of Subaru’s best-selling vehicles, …
The Honda E on display at the Brussels Motor Show

Will This Honda Model Ever Come to America?

The Honda e is the best little car you’ve never heard of, at least according to Car and Driver. This trendy compact hatchback was released to an enthusiastic market in Europe and Japan in January 2020. Honda’s recent partnership with GM for the development of electric vehicles bodes well for enhanced EV technology. However, although …
1952 Plymouth Suburban

Chevrolet Wasn’t the Only One that Made a Suburban

Although the latest Chevrolet Suburban’s styling can be an acquired taste to some, there’s no doubt the SUV has staying power. In addition to the good safety rating and long list of standard features, the Suburban now comes with independent rear suspension. While the smaller Tahoe has higher Consumer Reports reliability scores, the Suburban holds …