There’s a common trend among luxury automakers of taking their most popular models and arming them with hybrid capabilities. It’s genius, actually, seeing as they’re taking vehicles that appeal to their clientele and enhancing them, providing drivers with even more options to enjoy their favorite nameplates. They don’t start from scratch; they merely upgrade what’s […]
Category: SUVs
Get to Know the Updated 2025 Ford Explorer
We all know there’s no shortage of SUVs on the market these days. Every company makes them, and typically, they make multiple options in different sizes and styles. With so many models on the road, it can be tricky to try to keep track of everything out there and what they each have to offer. […]
Does the 2025 4Runner and Land Cruiser Justify Their Position in the Toyota Lineup?
There are many models in Toyota’s lineup; take the 4Runner and Land Cruiser, for example; as both SUVs are situated on the same platform, both resemble each other as far as design is concerned, and they tend to share a fair amount of capabilities. They are both suited for off-roading, strong enough to tow impressive […]
The 2025 Honda Pilot Trim Lineup Gets Shuffled
For more than 20 years, the Honda Pilot has been an important player in the crossover SUV market. Introduced in 2002, it was the automaker’s biggest SUV splash to date, and it remains their largest such vehicle. Now in its fourth generation, the Honda Pilot remains a strong contender, regularly selling more than 100,000 vehicles […]
Has the Wagoneer Succeeded in Shaking Up the Full-Size SUV Segment?
When Jeep began offering the Wagoneer for sale again in 2021 following a 30-year hiatus, it entered a full-size SUV market that was much more crowded than when it left. S&P Global reports that, as a percentage of the overall car market, full-size SUV sales have nearly doubled over the past decade, going from 1.9% […]
Can Jeep Break the Luxury Barrier? The Grand Cherokee 4xe Makes Its Case
Fully redesigned in 2022, the fifth-generation Grand Cherokee builds on an established formula that’s proved so successful for over 30 years. Jeep really seems to have prioritized the SUV’s road manners as part of the new generation, upgrading the Grand Cherokee’s steering, suspension, and brake response to create a dynamic, well-rounded ride. The Grand Cherokee […]
Where Are All the Hybrid Three-Row SUVs?
You don’t have to be a parent to want a three-row SUV. After all, these vehicles are great for all types of drivers, especially those who frequently carry passengers and cargo. Whether you’re a weekend adventurer loading up with camping gear or a regular carpool participant trekking into the city with you and your workmates […]
Reimagining the Mom Car: Blaring Blippi in the Dodge Hornet
There’s a running joke among friends that if you see any of us driving around town with the windows down and Blippi or Cocomelon music blasting, no, you didn’t. Years ago, sunny days were meant for sunroofs and your favorite playlists. I drove my Jeep Wrangler proudly with the top and doors off and the […]
Chevy Goes Off-Roading With the Z71 and ACTIV Trims
If you’ve stopped into your local Chevy dealer lately, you’ve probably noticed something interesting. There has been a literal explosion of off-road trims available for some of Chevy’s most popular SUV models. Chevy is now offering specialized off-road trims on many SUV models under the Z71 and ACTIV names. The Z71 is taken from a […]
The Chevy Traverse, Three Row SUVs, and You
It wasn’t long ago that drivers didn’t have many options for midsize SUVs that could handle more than five passengers. Today, there are far more SUVs for sale, many of which have been outfitted with three rows of seating. For drivers who appreciate the extra room provided by a three-row SUV, there are more choices […]
How the 2024 Nissan Kicks Bucks Trends With Its Entry-Level Safety Features
Airbags, side canopies, stability management, roll prevention, and traction control are all standard-fare inclusions for most vehicles, regardless of brand, model, or trim type. What becomes a little more gated are features tied to driver assistance and automated aids in the active safety department: radar, sensors, braking, parking, and collision mitigation features. It’s easy to […]
The Best Luxury SUVs to Buy Used
There’s no denying that the SUV craze has generated a wide variety of model types that can ideally suit the tastes of any driver. This vehicle class has undoubtedly come a long way, from the days of off-road-efficient box-shaped models to ones focused on providing family-friendly transportation lush with comfort and convenience amenities. Today, we […]
Some of My Favorite Features on the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee
When you take a long drive, what vehicles do you notice? Are you seeing the minivans and SUVs full of families, the sedans with older couples or young families, or the vehicles filled with friends on the way to a special event? When I look around at who else is on the road, I tend […]
The GMC Yukon: Elevating SUV Design
You know what you’re getting at your local GMC dealer: trucks. No other division of General Motors has such a single-minded focus on one particular category of vehicles. But GMC takes things a step beyond just offering pickups and SUVs, positioning itself as a seller of premium-grade trucks that can sometimes blur the lines between […]
Exploring the Mazda CX-70: Luxury, Comfort, Convenience, and Utility
There’s something to be said about sliding into the driver’s seat of a vehicle that exudes excellence and luxury both inside and out. From a meticulously constructed cabin with premium materials to the latest technological advancements and a feeling of refinement throughout, the new Mazda CX-70 will have you smiling at first glance. Of course, […]
Can I Tow a Trailer With My SUV?
Many people have no interest in towing and look at used SUVs for sale with an eye toward passenger space, cargo capacity, and interior comfort. That’s a valid way to shop for a vehicle, and these are all important considerations. But that leaves them without really thinking about the full potential of an SUV and […]
The New 2024 Buick Envista Brings Affordable Luxury to the Masses
The world of Buick has been changing over the last several years, and the inclusion of the new 2024 Buick Envista is ushering in a whole new era for this classic car brand. Everyone from your local Buick dealer to Buick enthusiasts is excited about this new SUV in Buick’s lineup. Changing demographics, different priorities […]
Has the Enclave Avenir Restored Buick’s Position as a Premium Brand?
General Motors is a big company with several brands under its belt. Each of these brands caters to a specific demographic and has a distinct style and feel. Chevrolet’s vehicles are mostly affordable and focus on reliability first and foremost; Cadillac, on the other hand, has a lineup of swanky vehicles that come with all […]
A Deep Dive Into the Lexus NX Powertrain Options
The engine is the very heart of any vehicle. You can swap out designs, seating, cargo area, and loads of other features and still have a car that gets the job done. But the choice of engine makes all the difference in your vehicle’s core purpose, transportation. Engines affect everything from your vehicle’s acceleration to […]
How Has the Chevy Suburban Managed to Live So Long?
You know all about the Chevy Suburban. Of course you do—it’s been around for nearly a century. Without diving into the detailed mathematics of it all, it is extremely likely that every American automotive enthusiast has driven, ridden in, or been in the presence of the Suburban. The 2024 Chevy Suburban marks this nameplate’s 89th […]