If you’ve ever considered a Prius Hybrid, but were hedging a bit, you may want to act now. Prius set the benchmark for others and actually began this hybrid class since it debuted in Japan 20 years ago. Introduced here in 2012, this fourth generation Prius has been the forerunner for subcompact hybrid cars. And  … Read More

With the unexpected heavy snowstorm we recently had, and if you really have to be on the roads, it would be nice to own a Jeep. And if you’re into off-roading, hunting/fishing in rugged places, or are a snow sports fan, there’s only one Jeep. The 4WD Jeep Wrangler Rubicon is the Trail Rated choice.  … Read More

GMC’s Terrain compact AWD is one of the the best looking crossover’s on the market, especially the Black Edition SLT that has glossy black wheels, roof rails, darkened front grille, black center caps, outside mirrors and the one we were privileged to test. Terrain has suave, yet macho looks. And the Black edition with its  … Read More

Buick’s 2018 Regal TourX midsize crossover is for folks who want AWD, some utility, but prefer the attributes of a sedan. It compliments the carmakers’ subcompact Encore, compact Envision and thee row, 7-passenger Enclave line of AWD SUVs. Competition wise, it’s aimed at Audi’s Allroad, Volvo’s V60 Cross Country and Subaru Outback, all in similar  … Read More

BMW’s X3 AWD is one of five in the company’s SUV line-up. The line includes the smallest X1 that is based on the Mini Countryman, the X3 compact, X4 that is a coupe-like sedan version of the original AWD X3, AWD X5 three row midsize, and recently debuted full-size, three-row, 7-seat, X7 that will be  … Read More

There’s no mistaking a Lexus vehicle with its distinctive, edgy and sculpted styling lines. And their NX 300 is no exception. As the carmakers smallest crossover SUV, the NX 300 is based on Toyota’s Rav4 platform, but the similarity ends there. It’s offered in standard NX 300 and NX 300 F Sport (tested) and in  … Read More

Chrysler’s minivans have always been the benchmark for minivans. But Chrysler enhanced their top selling Pacifica by adding a 7-passenger plug-in hybrid version that tops all other minivans with a combined mpg city/highway of 84 MPGe. It can travel 33 miles on electric only from a single power charge. That’s enough for taking the kids  … Read More

With EPA estimated mileage ratings of 28 city, 38 highway, these numbers come very close to hybrid numbers. And that’s what you can get with Hyundai’s 2018 front-drive Accent that costs about half as much as many hybrid sedans. In its 5th generation, the subcompact Accent is the least expensive sedan in Hyundai’s entire line-up.  … Read More

Kia is set to give Toyota’s Prius, Chevy’s Volt and Honda’s Clarity plug-in some viable competition with their two hybrid vehicles. Offered as a hybrid and plug-in hybrid, Kia’s 2018 Niro provides the economy minded car buyer the best of each technology. We tested the latter, and as such can best be described as a  … Read More

Ever since Ford parted ways with Mazda, it was for the better as Mazda’s’ independence has allowed them to make some dandy cars and crossovers, and for this review, Mazda’s CX-9 midsize three-row, 7-passenger crossover. In its first two model years, CX-9 has amassed a list of accolades including Car & Driver’s “10 Best” winner  … Read More