Anyone who has driven in snow understands it can be a real challenge. Slippery, snowy roads are difficult to navigate and are even more difficult with traffic like motorist will encounter today when traveling to the Lake Tahoe region. Winter driving on roads and highways in the snowcapped mountains of California can be frustrating, tiring […]
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New look for 2017 Hyundai Elantra
For knowledgeable Hyundai folks, the new bolder designed Elantra went from being an appealing looking compact sedan to a larger midsize car. Hyundai managed to do this by making the Elantra only about an inch longer and wider. No excuses required if you fail to recognize the 2017 Hyundai Elantra. A redesign took away the […]
Diesel option available with 2016 Nissan Titan XD
It’s not easy being Nissan and trying to make inroads in the truck world. The three most popular – and many would argue the best – are Chevrolet, Ford and Ram. Despite not being as heralded, the folks at Nissan keep trying. That effort may begin reaping some rewards thanks to the 2016 Nissan Titan […]
2017 Fiat Spider convertible makes triumphant return
Thanks to a big assist from Mazda, the Fiat 124 Spider convertible is back and hoping to recapture some of its past glory. If you’re a historical fan of the Spider, you probably recall that back in the 1960s the Italian auto manufacturer unveiled the 124 Spider roadster and it became a very popular choice […]
2017 Volvo XC90 sophisticated, elegant
It was a unanimous decision, one we totally agreed upon, which is not the norm in this family of three. With no hesitation, the beautifully-designed 2017 Volvo XC90 received the thumbs up. That shouldn’t come as a surprise. During a week of test-driving the XC90, the praise from total strangers was hefty and came from […]
2016 Ford Explorer adds even more appeal
The Ford Explorer has emerged from some difficulties in its past to once again be a popular choice among American car buyers looking for a people-moving sport utility vehicle. Rollover crashes, caused by defective tires, and a preference for crossover SUVs presented challenging times for the Explorer. The tire issue eventually faded from memory and […]
Nissan Altima continues to battle its rivals
It’s not easy for the Nissan Altima. Despite being a solid midsize family sedan, the competition has always been formidable. And seemingly no matter what Nissan does, the Altima typically gets overlooked. That trend did change for a bit when the redesigned Altima was introduced in 2013. A smart remodeling put a little scare into […]
Improved Nissan Pathfinder celebrates 30th anniversary
Once known as a cumbersome sport utility vehicle that didn’t have mass appeal, the Nissan Pathfinder is gradually gaining admirers thanks to some smart changes over the past few years. The front-wheel drive Pathfinder (all-wheel drive is an option) is one of the original SUV trailblazers and this year celebrates its 30th anniversary. In that […]
Subaru Outback capable off-road SUV
It’s considered a sport utility vehicle, but could easily be mistaken for a wagon. I’m guessing the folks at Subaru could care less how the 2017 Subaru Outback is categorized: as long as it sells. And regardless of looks – which are appealing – there are many good selling points for the latest version of […]
Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road offers good versatility
Toyota enjoys huge sales numbers in the U.S., where reportedly half the midsize trucks sold are Tacoma models. One of the popular choices in the Tacoma lineup is the TRD Off-Road model. For more than two decades, the Tacoma has been a very popular alternative for shoppers who feel regular full-size trucks are just too […]