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2008 silver Honda Odyssey driving on a scenic road

The Unforgettable 2008 Honda Odyssey

Maybe you remember the 2008 Honda Odyssey for its peeling paint. Or maybe for all of the reliable miles it gave you. Either way, the 2008 Honda Odyssey may be a minivan––but it was unforgettable. It’s even a great used car today that gives you a lot of family-friendly minivan amenities for a bargain price. …
a silver top trim HR-V driving fast on a scene road by the shore

Honda HR-V’s Most Misleading Trim Level

The Honda HR-V compact crossover SUV is like a smaller version of the CR-V. Like the Honda CR-V, the HR-V is designed to be a practical point A to point B mover of people and stuff. And in general it does its job. Like many others in the Honda lineup, the HR-V crossover SUV comes …
black on black Toyota Sienna driving in a neighborhood

The 2020 Toyota Sienna Isn’t One of the Safest Minivans

The International Institute for Highway Safety rated the 2020 safest minivans according to the results several different tests. Numerous crash tests are performed. Additionally, LATCH system tests are done and headlight ratings given. Despite the Toyota Sienna’s reputation, it didn’t make it into the top 3––or even 4––rated minivans for 2020 IIHS safety. The 2020 …
Red 2020 Ford F150 Lariat Super Crew splashes through a stream

The F150 Isn’t as American as the Ford Ranger or Honda Odyssey

While the F150 may be called America’s pickup truck, it’s not the most American-made truck Ford offers. In fact, it’s not even the most American-made vehicle the Blue Oval offers. In the former category, it loses out to another Ford, the Ranger. And in the latter case, there are plenty of other non-trucks ahead of …
white 2021 Sienna minivan diving on a dirt road

Wisely and Slow the Minivan Doth Go

Back in the 1980s, Chrysler wasn’t doing so hot. Enter the first American minivan. In 1983 the Dodge Caravan and the Plymouth Voyager “transformed mobility for the suburban American family,” according to Business Insider. The minivan quickly became a nationwide family favorite. Even though they’ve taken a luxurious stowable back seat to crossover SUVs as …
a silver Honda Odyssey parked in front of an upscale residence

Is the Honda Odyssey the Best Family Vehicle Ever Made?

The Honda Odyssey is far and beyond one of the most fantastic family vehicles on the road today. But there are additional strong competitors in the segment, as well. Kelley Blue Book has given this family toting machine a long list of awards over the years. In fact, the 2020 Honda Odyessy took the title …
2020 Toyota Sienna SE Premium AWD

Is the Toyota Sienna the Most Reliable Minivan?

As far as 2020 minivans go, there is a pretty good group to choose from. Modern minivans offer the finest creature comforts with state of the art technology, entertainment systems, and cool features like vacuums and luxurious reclining seats. There’s no denying that minivans have seriously upped their game in recent models. But which 2020 …
a silver Honda Odyssey parked on a picturesque seashore

Is the Odyssey the Least Reliable Honda?

The Honda Odyssey is a family vehicle that has seen decades of loyalty. Families buy one as the family grows, then send first-time drivers off in them when they turn 16. With the amount of 10-, 15-, or even 20-year-old Odysseys out there on the road you’d think it must be one of the most …
white 2021 Sienna minivan diving on a dirt road

Watch Out Pacifica, the 2021 Toyota Sienna Is Out For Blood

Toyota just unveiled the all-new 2021 Toyota Sienna minivan in a live media event. What Car and Driver calls “the wildest looking minivan since the 2004 Nissan Quest,” the 2021 Sienna is coming for the competition and it’s out for blood. The Toyota Sienna will be offered with an exclusive hybrid powertrain. The Chrysler Pacifica …
The Toyota Prius PHEV has shown in the opening of the Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS) 2019 at Jakarta International Expo

The Toyota Prius and Other Cars Most Likely to Take You to 200,000 Miles

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 …
a silver 2021 Honda driving down a treelined road

Honda Odyssey Minivans Converted to Help COVID-19 Patients

As the coronavirus became a global health crisis, then evolved into an economic one, carmakers were among the first to adapt. Brands like General Motors, Toyota, and Volvo shifted from building cars to creative life-saving medical equipment. This week, Honda made the headlines not for a new product launch, but for how the company is …

Got Teenagers? Don’t Overlook the Honda Odyssey

While lots of parents have transitioned to larger 3 row SUVs, you may be surprised to learn that today’s youth have a nostalgic affinity for the minivan. Similar to teens of any generation, they love to love what their parents hate. Today’s teenagers value functionality, technology, and need space to be themselves. The Honda Odyssey …
2019 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid

The Least Reliable 2020 Minivans Have the Highest Road Test Scores

Of all the 2020 minivans out there, Consumer Reports has road tested five. The top three CR-tested 2020 minivans are the Dodge Caravan, the Kia Sedona, and the Toyota Sienna are the most reliable minivans of 2020, according to CR. But which are the least reliable 2020 minivans? Of the five they’ve tested CR gives …
2020 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid

10 Things We Don’t Hate About Minivans

Within the exterior of the classic minivan, there is a functional interior. Sometimes a minivan is all utility. They can also come in a trim that’s a bit fancy. Either way, there’s a range of options on the market. The minivan gets a bad reputation, but there is plenty not to hate about this classic …
2021 Honda Odyssey

Minivan Choices Are Dwindling But You’ve Still Got Options

Recently FCA confirmed we would not see any further updates to the Dodge Grand Caravan, and it will soon be discontinued entirely. RIP Dodge Caravan. This doesn’t mean that hope is lost for those in the market for a minivan. Minivan choices are dwindling, but you’ve got options.  Keeping Minivans in the Family: Chrysler Voyager and Chrysler …
2021 Honda Odyssey

5 Reasons the Honda Odyssey is Better than the Toyota Sienna

Honda and Toyota are two of the biggest names in the auto industry. Each manufacturer has several models that go head to head. There are the compact SUV’s in direct competition: RAV4 and CRV. Next, there are the sedans, Accord versus the Camry. Then there are the Honda Odyssey and the Toyota Sienna. Both awesome …