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Mazda has earned a reputation for making quality, upscale and safe vehicles. And their most popular models are crossovers that are in high demand right now. Mazda’s 2019 CX-5 compact crossover in particular, is the company’s mid-line top seller that slots between the larger CX-9 and compact yet smaller CX-3 crossovers. But there’s going to  … Read More

If you’re in the market for a 3-row, 7-passenger midsize AWD SUV that is neither too large nor too small, you need to check out Kia’s 2019 Sorento. It meets and exceeds all of the above in that it’s loaded with standard creature comfort/safety features, a generous warranty, plus an attractive price. Sorento is offered  … Read More

Hyundai’s third generation 2019 Tucson AWD SUV is in a highly competitive compact class. But with top government safety ratings, loads of standard options and reasonable pricing, Tucson holds an impressive edge over its competitors. With a new exterior and interior design that is stylish and classy, Tucson can be had in seven different flavors.  … Read More

It’s cute yet rugged and is seriously off-road capable. What we speak of is Jeep’s compact Renegade SUV. Its off-road chops come compliments of its proven Selec-Terrain 4WD system that offers five modes of Auto, Snow, Sand, Mud and Lock. Plus, Renegade has 8.0 inches of undercarriage clearance, an approach angle of 21 degrees, breakover  … Read More

If you read my review of the Maserati Levante SUV, I admitted to having an affair with an Italian. Well, that romance didn’t last long. Reason being, I grew very fond of another, more exciting Italian that gave me goose bumps among other sensations. After spending a week in Alfa Romeo’s Stelvio Quadrifoglio Q4 AWD  … Read More

When viewing an African safari movie or documentary from that area, you’re most likely see a Toyota Land Cruiser SUV as it’s the vehicle of choice among the country’s visitors. And it stands to reason as the Land Cruiser is one tough SUV with superior off-road traction abilities and has been for over 60 years.  … Read More

If you’re in the market for a new car, SUV or truck, the upcoming Greater Lehigh Valley Auto Dealers (GLVAD) 2019 Auto Show is set to open March 21-29 at Lehigh University’s Goodman Campus in Hellertown. In this its 22nd anniversary, this four-day show allows patrons to kick the tires and compare a variety of  … Read More

Volkswagen’s Golf R, 2.0T hatchback, can best be described in two words. “Pocket Rocket.” Yes, this 5-door AWD (4Motion) compact is a blast to drive. Handles like a sports car but rides like a midsize sedan, even with tall, 19-inch low-profile Continental tires. This 3,373-pound hatch is offered with either a 6-speed manual or 7-speed  … Read More

Subaru’s compact AWD Forester has been a top seller for the company, but the 2019 model is even more impressive. It now has loads of sophisticated technology, greater interior capacity and a new more powerful engine. Forester also received a new, 1.2-inch longer wheelbase that affords better rear seat leg room and slightly larger cargo  … Read More

I had an affair with an Italian. And what an affair it was. In fact, my wife didn’t mind. Yes, my weeklong relationship with Maserati’s Levante GranLusso SUV was an exhilarating and luxurious experience. It’s a luxury SUV with the heart of a Ferrari. The latter comes compliments of a Ferrari produced 3.0-liter, twin turbo  … Read More