All-wheel drive comes to the Camry sedan range. If you’re shopping for an all-wheel drive model, chances are you’re looking at a crossover or a pickup truck. As for most cars, outside of luxury models, you won’t that option apart from Subaru. However, in recent years we’ve seen models such … Read more
Acura replaces two models with the all-new TLX. Acura is Honda’s premium brand, but it doesn’t always receive the respect it deserves. Some of that “Rodney Dangerfield” treatment may be related to its small portfolio, which is dwarfed by competing manufacturers such as Audi, BMW, Lexus, and Mercedes-Benz. Another reason … Read more
Mazda puts the kick in the CX-5 crossover with a turbocharged option. Mazda doesn’t get the attention most of the big players in the market receive and that’s a shame. We’ve long admired this Japanese brand for its cutting-edge styling, leading-edge technology and safety features, and its cut-above look. Even … Read more
Lexus updates the IS as it retires the GS. Sedan sales continue to decline as consumers opt for utility vehicles. But some manufacturers are doubling down on the segment by updating new models. This year, Lexus canceled the midsize GS, while updating the IS. The number of Lexus sedan lines … Read more
Nissan launches the third generation of its most popular model. Nissan was late in bringing its Rogue crossover utility vehicle to the market, but it certainly has made up for lost time. New in 2008 and overhauled in 2014, the 2021 Rogue launches the third generation of this compact model. … Read more
The most efficient compact crossover thanks to hybrid technology. Compact SUVs are the new family vehicle. With room for five, they’re ideal for small families. The Toyota RAV4 fits this category perfectly, by offering gas, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid variants of this popular model. Indeed, the RAV4 is so popular … Read more
Mazda’s hottest hatch since the Mazdaspeed3 is here. Do you remember the Mazdaspeed3? That model was arguably the best hatchback Mazda has produced to date, one that was sold from 2007 to 2013. After it was discontinued, Mazda fans have longed for its return. Well, the Mazdaspeed3 isn’t returning, at … Read more
An all-wheel-drive option for Nissan’s midsize sedan. Nissan continues to hold steady with its car models as the Versa, Sentra, Altima, and Maxima serve an increasingly smaller pool of shoppers. Despite consumer sentiment shifting in greater numbers to crossovers, Nissan continues to invest in its cars by updating its models. … Read more
The Venza nameplate returns. This time it’s a hybrid-only crossover. The Toyota Venza most certainly was not a popular model during its original 2009-2015 run, but it fulfilled its mission as the brand’s lone wagon-like crossover utility vehicle. Like the Chrysler Pacifica before it and the Honda Accord Crosstour that … Read more
The XT6 makes three Cadillac utility vehicles. As GM’s luxury brand, Cadillac is tasked with delivering to customers the ultimate in design, opulence, tranquility, and technical prowess. The marque largely meets its mission through the varying vehicles it currently offers. The Cadillac of old is gone – there isn’t a … Read more