Hunting for a used truck, or does the idea of a certified pre-owned Chevy Silverado have you typing search terms into google on your lunch hour? If you’re not familiar with the concept, Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) cars and trucks are a cut above typical used vehicles. They’re subjected to a battery of factory-mandated inspections before […]
Author: Rebecca Shepard
The Perfect Commuter Vehicle Exists, and No, It’s Not an SUV
Imagine you’re at a cocktail party. You’re engaged in a discussion about sports cars. Buzz words like horsepower trigger lively debates, and everyone’s entertained until one guy interjects with a story about his recent purchase–a 2022 Nissan Sentra. A compact sedan? Does that even belong in a discussion about performance? Thanks to Nissan, the answer […]
The 2022 Chevy Suburban is Stubbornly Anti-EV – and That’s a Good Thing
Open any news app, and you’re likely to find a disturbing headline pronouncing the evils of carbon emissions. The automotive industry’s push for an all-electric future has taken on a fervent, or-else quality, leaving carmakers no choice but to shift focus to battery technology or risk public scrutiny. Still, if most American consumers want a […]
Who’s Driving the Silverado 2500 HD?
You see these large and in-charge pickup trucks traveling everywhere these days, but are they really necessary? Do you really need a vehicle that’s capable of hauling a house on an everyday basis? Well, you may come to find that heavy-duty haulers are absolutely necessary for many drivers’ everyday errands, work tasks, travels, and beyond. […]
If SUVs are the Future, Why Do Sedans Keep Getting Better, Faster, and Prettier?
Oh, the humble sedan. Despite America’s obsession with SUVs, it still manages to occupy a prominent spot in many automakers’ lineups. Visit a Toyota Camry dealership, and you’ll witness this phenomenon firsthand. Toyota continues bettering the industry’s most popular midsize sedan amidst record-setting crossover sales. But, why? Officially, automakers will continue building competitive sedans for […]
Redesign, Refresh, or Facelift? Why New Vehicle Life Cycles Are Important
When we hear it wasn’t a fair fight, we tend to feel sorry for the underdog. We assume the aggressor was bad or a bully. That narrative is half right with the 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vs 2021 Toyota Highlander – it most definitely wasn’t a fair fight. But in this battle, the good […]
Clock Running Out on Your Lease? Here’s Your Guide to the Return Process
It’s Chevy end of lease time, and your options are unclear. Should you buy your leased vehicle outright or drop it off at the dealer and walk away? For so many lessors, the idea of leasing is desirable until the end of their lease term approaches. What started off as such an easy process is […]
No One’s Talking About the 2022 Traverse, and That’s Just How Chevy Likes It
It’s not easy to be the stalwart workhorse of an automotive brand. The spotlight shines more brightly on exciting new launches and displays of innovation. But in the era of electrification, one vehicle – the 2022 Chevy Traverse – stubbornly bucks the trend and doubles down on delivering torque and performance the old-fashioned way. There […]
Minivan vs SUV: Which Body Style Is Best for New Parents on a Budget?
It’s an age-old debate for parents: should we buy a minivan or an SUV? One generally receives more style points, while the other wins on practicality – at least, that’s the traditional thinking. But for new parents looking for the best used cars, small details matter more than ever. Is the back seat easy to […]
Buyer Beware! What You Need to Know Before Buying a Car Online
When you search google for an online car dealer, what pops up? If the results include a flashy online retailer promising a seamless experience with ‘no haggling,’ and every other word in the description is ‘easy,’ be forewarned. The newest fad in used car buying takes the notion of virtual car sales just a little […]
What’s New at Cadillac? A Look at the Luxury Automaker’s 2022 SUV Lineup
If you’re in the market for a real luxury SUV, we have one question for you: did you forget about Cadillac? If so, it’s time to reacquaint yourself with the iconic General Motors-owned luxury nameplate. One look at the 2022 Cadillac XT6 or the upcoming all-electric Cadillac Lyriq is all the proof you need that […]
The Ideal Family Vehicle May Not Be an SUV: Why Pickup Trucks Are Winning a Spot in Suburban Driveways
When you think about pickup trucks, what comes to mind? For most, it’s a job site or another work-related image. Pickups have long been associated with gritty, messy hard work, and the demographic of the pickup driver centered around tradesmen, ranchers, and other utility-focused individuals. That’s a generalization, but aside from some outliers, the main […]
Why Parenting Is Just a Little Easier When You Drive a 2022 Kia Carnival
We’re about to give you the greatest parenting hack of all time. Are you listening? Here it is: go to a Kia dealership right now (visit their website if you’re reading this during another bleary-eyed 3 AM feeding) and buy a 2022 Kia Carnival. Parenting without a Carnival is like deciding to run errands 30 […]
How To Avoid A Horrific Used Car Buying Experience
We’ve all heard horror stories about buying used cars, and some of you may have even had a bad used car experience yourself. However, new car prices are steadily increasing, making the used car market look ever more appealing. For those of you considering a trip to the used car dealership, the good news is […]
The 2022 Buick Encore is a True Luxury Subcompact SUV
As the best-selling Buick in the most competitive automotive segment, the white-hot subcompact category, the Buick Encore carries plenty of weight on its shoulders, and the 2022 Buick Encore has a lot to live up to. Luckily, this subcompact SUV lives up to the hype, especially for the 2022 model year. For 2022, the Encore […]
Chiseled Looks and Race Car-Inspired Cabin Define the 2022 Blazer
The 2022 Chevy Blazer is unique in a sea of sameness. Defining features that separate the Blazer from the pack include an available two-tone roof and chiseled exterior styling more reminiscent of the Camaro than a family SUV. It’s all angles and long, sculpted body panels, which is a nice break from conventional SUV styling […]
Why (Trusted) Third-Party Reviews Should Be Required Reading Before You Buy a New Car
The car purchase sales cycle is interesting and varied, with some buyers making lightning-fast decisions and others conducting exhaustive research before settling on a few final contenders. Regardless of which camp you find yourself in, you’ll probably at least hit google to check out the buzz on the car you want. Type in 2022 Chevy […]
Performance Meets Practicality in the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport
The increasingly bland compact crossover segment contains a dash of cayenne pepper in the form of the 2021 Nissan Rogue Sport. Nissan’s junior-sized Rogue spinoff carves off a few inches of length to appeal to city dwellers and buyers seeking a smaller, less expensive SUV. With the Rogue Sport, what you sacrifice in size, you […]
Don’t Let The Price Tag Fool You: Why Manufacturers Complicate Trim Lineups
When SUVs first made an appearance on dealer showroom floors, they tended to be extensions of vehicles from existing categories: new body styles sitting either on car platforms or pickup platforms. Today, these vehicles are the focus of more extensive engineering, making the pool of options compelling and varied. Take the 2021 Buick Envision vs […]
Battle of the 2021 Compact SUVs: Equinox vs Santa Fe
The battle of imports versus domestics continues to rage on in 2021 and no more aggressively than in the competitive compact SUV segment. It’s by far one of the most popular categories for new vehicle buyers. Two of the most popular options that regularly compete for market share are the 2021 Chevy Equinox vs 2021 […]