BY JEFFFREY WEIDEL Much like its bigger brother – the Accord – the Honda Civic is no longer undisputed king of the hill. The compact car segment has transformed in recent years and that has the Civic fighting amongst a number of rivals for acknowledgement and prestige. And the underwhelming 2012 redesign didn’t help keep […]
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Meet the 2015 Lexus GX 460
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL For people who love a traditional sport utility vehicle that provides old-school capability that was the standard bearer for years, the 2015 Lexus GX 460 deserves a good look. But looks are not as frequent these days with traditional SUVs because many car shoppers prefer buying a luxury crossover model that possesses better […]
Auto review: Meet the Volvo S60
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL This may come as quite the surprise to many folks, but Volvo manufactures a midsize luxury sport sedan. It’s not only been around for a while, but it veers away from the typically boxy Volvo trademark exterior. The 2015 Volvo S60 possesses a stylish appeal that makes it a standout in Volvo’s […]
Lots of muscle in 2015 Buick LaCrosse
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL Buicks were once a status vehicle for sure, not one that middle-class families typically had parked in their driveways. The brand featured powerful V8 engines, huge backseats, had a sense of style, and were also major gas guzzlers. Buick was the standard-bearer for the big, bulky, powerful sedans that a generation of […]
Muscle up with 2015 Dodge Challenger
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL The classic “muscle cars” are all about one thing: fun. From the classic macho exterior styling to their powerful, steroid-like engines, the muscle cars deliver plenty of enjoyment. Of course, muscle cars like the Challenger, Chevy Camaro and Ford Mustang are not for everyone. For one thing, they aren’t that practical. The […]
Honda Fit: solid subcompact
BY JEFFREY WEIDEL Let’s start with this premise: Subcompact cars are typically devoid of excitement. Yet they are still in demand. There’s a reason people buy them, most notably affordability, strong gas mileage, and easy to maneuver, which translates into a great commuter vehicle. The 2015 Honda Fit is a four-door hatchback that made its […]