Every epic story has a beginning, from The Odyssey to The Lord of the Rings. The tale of the sport utility vehicle (SUV) is no exception. Once a small part of the automotive market, SUVs and their cousin, the crossover, now account for 58 percent of all new U.S. vehicles sold, and worldwide revenue is […]
Category: SUVs
It’s 2025: Do You Know Where Your Manual Transmissions Are?
If you were born after 1990 or so, you may not remember the halcyon days of the manual transmission. These were not the swift mechanisms that eagerly pop into position with a flick of the wrists. Instead, you might find yourself standing with all of your weight on the clutch while trying to put hardly […]
How Adventure-Ready Are the 2025 Sportage X-Pro and X-Pro Prestige?
Americans are seeking outdoor adventures in record numbers. According to the most recent Outdoor Participation Trends Report, 57.3% of U.S. residents age six or older, over 175 million people, take part in outdoor activities, and the average person does so over 60 times a year. While some of those adventures can be done within walking […]
The Redesigned BMW X3 Blends Compact Luxury With Sporty Performance
For more than 20 years, the BMW X3 has proudly waved the flag as the compact entry of BMW’s famed X series. Introduced just a few years after the X5, which marked the automaker’s foray into the SUV market, the X3 eventually surpassed its big brother, regularly topping all other BMW vehicles on the annual […]
2025 Maverick Pickup vs Escape SUV: Which Ford Is the Better Daily Driver?
When you visit your local Ford dealer, you’ll find plenty of big vehicles that are well suited to big jobs, from towing and hauling to carrying lots of passengers and cargo in their cavernous interiors. These models certainly have their place, but they aren’t right for everyone. Plenty of drivers want a truck or SUV that […]
The Eight Coolest Features of the Ford Mustang Mach-E
When Ford first announced that it was taking the name of its legendary pony car and giving it to an all-electric crossover SUV, there were plenty of skeptics and naysayers. Five years later, you can still find the Mustang Mach-E for sale at dealers across the country, and the model has a growing horde of […]
What’s the Difference Between the Honda Pilot & Honda Passport?
If you’re browsing at your local dealership and see a Honda Passport and a Honda Pilot for sale side by side, you’d be forgiven for not knowing the differences between the two models. While the latest redesign of the Passport has helped make it more visually distinct from the Pilot, they are both still midsize […]
Sorento or Telluride: Which Three-Row Kia SUV Is Better for You?
The Kia lineup comprises a number of different models, including sedans and a wide range of SUVs. Two standout options are the Kia Sorento and the Telluride, particularly if you have a big family and you’re interested in a three-row SUV. Before you go looking for a Kia Sorento for sale, however, it’s probably a […]
What Are the Engine Options for Each Grand Cherokee Model Year?
The Jeep Grand Cherokee has a long history—and with it, a long engine history. There have been periods where the engine designs and options changed almost annually as Jeep sought to fine-tune the offerings. Trim availability and the engines they came with saw regular updates, too. If you are interested in a used Jeep Grand […]
Subcompact Considerations: What’s the Difference Between the Kia Seltos and Kia Niro?
Why would a brand have two subcompact SUVs? That’s probably one of the first questions someone might ask when looking at Kia’s offerings when it comes to the Seltos and Niro. Given that the brand has a wide selection of smaller SUVs, you might find yourself scratching your head, wondering why you would look up […]
Once Chevy Siblings, The Equinox and Traverse Parts Ways in 2025
Chevy has been busy as of late, treating its SUVs to a thorough refresh that’s brought some significant changes to the lineup. The brand’s Traverse, Trax, Trailblazer, Blazer, and Equinox have all been updated over the last three years, modernizing the Chevy fleet with some important enhancements that bring the SUVs firmly into the modern […]
The Buick Envista Costs Less and Gives Drivers More Than Other Affordable Cars and SUVs
Historically, Buick has been known as a premium automotive brand, slotted one spot below Cadillac on the GM luxury ladder. This made the Buick Envista’s arrival for the 2024 model year a major shift in the eyes of the car-buying public. Starting at just $22,400 for the entry-level Preferred trim and $28,600 for the top-end […]
How the 2025 Hyundai Palisade Joins the Luxury SUV Conversation
People think of certain names when someone mentions luxury vehicles. BMW, Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Lexus, Acura, and Bentley are some of the names synonymous with luxury driving, but notice how I didn’t mention Hyundai Motors as one of those names. Indeed, for decades, Hyundai’s reputation has been a high-value brand with modern cars and leading warranties, […]
The Seven Best Luxury Midsize SUVs That Won’t Completely Break the Bank
All too often, when you’re looking up midsize SUV lists and seeking guidance for your next purchase, you’re almost always greeted with lists centered around fuel economy and price. It makes sense, given that many people want something affordable and efficient on fuel. But what about those of you looking to put in time and […]
The Top 6 Used Luxury SUVs for Buyers On a Budget
Luxury SUVs are making up a larger and larger portion of the cars for sale today—not just in the United States but everywhere. The appetite for SUVs is well known; when you add features like high-performance engines, sophisticated aesthetics, cutting-edge technology, and premium materials, it’s no wonder people are hungry for a luxury version. This […]
How Do Other Used SUVs Compare to the Ford Bronco Sport?
There’s no shortage of used SUVs out there these days, and even if you restrict things to subcompact models, you’ll still find a wide range of available vehicles. One that (rightly) gets a lot of attention is the Ford Bronco Sport, the smaller sibling to the relatively recently resurrected Bronco. When one looks at a […]
Why the Adventurous 2025 Honda Passport Deserves a Second Look
When the Passport returned to the Honda SUV line-up in 2019 after a 17-year hiatus, questions abounded about whether it would succeed. The original Passport, which was Honda’s first SUV, ran from 1994 to 2002 but fizzled out at the end, selling less than 4,000 units in its final model year before being replaced by […]
Important Model Years for Seven Great Used SUVs
Used SUVs are important for many drivers since they let folks get a great vehicle to handle everything they need while also sticking to a budget. Someone who starts looking at SUVs available at a used car dealer will probably experience information overload very quickly because there’s so much to see and try to keep […]
Just How Safe Is the 2025 Ford Escape?
Whether you already own a 2025 model or have been thinking about shopping for a Ford Escape for sale, safety is one of the most important and prominent aspects of any vehicle. This rings especially true if you’re shopping for a vehicle for your family and want to double-check that it has safety ratings that […]
Making Convenience Stylish in the 2025 Equinox: From Connectivity and Safety to Functionality
I drove a Jeep Wrangler for years, happily trekking through town with the rumble of the hardtop as my soundtrack. Life was an adventure in my Wrangler, which was noisy enough that it was nearly impossible to talk on the phone. I couldn’t fathom a time when I would drive anything different. Coincidentally, my life’s […]