Auto Reviews
Every now and then we test a vehicle that just seems to fit most every need we have and is simply a comfortable and pleasurable unit to drive. We found that in our recent test of the 2018.5 Nissan Rogue Sport SL FWD model, a compact SUV that handled well and provided us an excellent driving...
Diesel buses. The Diesel Technology Forum announced that 95 percent of the nation’s school buses are now diesel powered with 40 percent of those operating with the newest generation near-zero emissions diesel technology. The latter figure is up from 31 percent in 2016.
According to IHS Markit data...
Since its redesign a few years ago, we have been great fans of the Jeep Cherokee and what it offers the marketplace. Our recent test of the 2019 Cherokee Trailhawk Elite 4x4 just reaffirmed why we like this compact SUV, though we do like several in this crowded segment.
Our Trailhawk (the middle of...
New Audi. The all-new 2019 Audi Q8 SUV had its world debut in Shenzhen, China, June 6. It features new exterior and interior design cues, an all-new MM1 touch response display (including haptic and acoustic feedback), a Bang & Olufsen 3D Advanced Sound System, comes standard with an adaptive...
There is little to compare to the power, ride, and throaty exhaust of the Ford Mustang; it’s what this Pony car is all about. Our recent test of the 2018 GT Coupe Premium was a testament to what we like in a performance sports car.
The sixth of nine model offerings (including convertibles and two...
Auto Notes compiled by Jerold B. Smith
Stunning racer. Brabham Automotive had the global launch of its first product in early May, the BT62. The track-ready sportster is crafted from lightweight carbon fiber, is equipped with a naturally aspirated 5.4-L V-8 engine, and has a price tag...
With ever-rising fuel prices (well above $3.00/gallon in western states at press time) the 2018 Kia Niro PHEV EX Premium offered a refreshing change at the pump. After a weeklong drive, this plug-in hybrid had used just a few dollars in fuel as it has EPA/DOT fuel ratings of 105 MPGe, and 46...
World car. The Road to World Car journey concluded at April’s New York Auto Show with the Volvo XC60 winning the 2018 World Car of the Year award. The all-new Swedish-built utility vehicle has won numerous major awards worldwide with the World Car award perhaps its crowning glory.
The XC60 was one...
While winter was still showing its force, we tested two excellent sport utilities that made driving just a bit more pleasurable, including the all-new 2018 Volkswagen Atlas 4Motion midsize crossover.
Our tested Atlas V6 SEL with 4Motion was a delight to drive for several reasons, but we liked the...
Top dogs. Consumer Reports (CR) recently released its list of top performers and Toyota was an overwhelming winner with four vehicles on the list of top picks for 2018. Toyota won Compact Car (Corolla), Midsize Car (Camry), Minivan (Sienna), and Midsize SUV (Highlander).
Chevrolet did well with two...
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