“I look like a rock star queen driving this minivan,” said no one, ever. But the Kia Carnival is working to redefine how people see the minivan, starting with a name change. Yep, we’re moving on from minivan to something called a “multipurpose vehicle,” or MPV And it makes sense when you learn what this car…
Why Do People Buy Luxury SUVs? The 2020 Acura RDX Answers That Question
If you don’t know why people drive luxury SUVs, I’m about to tell you. Before I drove the 2020 Acura RDX, I wasn’t convinced that luxury SUVs were really worth the luxury price tag. I like luxury everywhere in my life – when it comes to clothing brands or travel, I’m all in with the…
2019 Toyota Highlander: Why it Makes the Best Travel Car EVER (and is Just Plain Awesome)
When you meet a Toyota owner, you’ll learn one thing fast: these people love their cars. Like love, love, love. When it’s time for a Toyota owner to get a new car (which isn’t very often because every Toyota owner I know hangs on to their car because of the superior quality) they get…wait for it…another…
Kids, Pets and Hot Cars: What You Need to Know Before Tragedy Strikes
It’s getting to be that time of year. Temperatures are rising and people all over the country are thinking – or hoping – they’ve seen the last of the cold weather for a while. Since I’m in Texas “that time of year” is about 10 months out of 12, but I can appreciate that the…
The Best Movie Soundtracks to Rock Out in your Car With
A car is a sound studio on wheels, after all. I sing loudly, off-key, and if I don’t remember all the words? It’s all good…I just make something up that sounds appropriate. Or, inappropriate if the mood strikes me. I do my best car singing when I’m alone, behind the wheel. My husband doesn’t always…
7 Things I Love About the Infiniti QX80 Luxury SUV
Sometimes luxury is a need not a want (don’t judge me). If you’re shopping for a full-size luxury SUV — or even if you’re just curious to read whether or not a full-size luxury SUV is a fit for your life — check out the 2020 Infiniti QX80 in action. Lots of room, lots of…
Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid: 8 Reasons to Love It
Think you’re not or will never be a minivan owner? I get it. There are a lot of legit reasons to not want to drive a minivan but there are a lot of reasons where it makes sense, too. Check out this list of reasons to love the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid and see if…
A Sporty, Family Crossover for All Seasons: The 2021 Nissan Rogue
I spend a lot of time in my car—probably more than I want to—so I value comfort above all. The 2021 Nissan Rogue threw its hat into the ring as a formidable competitor for one of the most comfortable cars I’ve reviewed lately. This was my second time driving a Nissan Rogue. I rented one…
The Soccer Mom Guide to Prepping the Car for Soccer Season
It’s fall. If you’re a mom with kids in sports…you know what that means. The leaves are turning (well..maybe not in Texas because fall is identical to July where I live.) But turning leaves and crisp weather just sounds better than “It’s September and we’re all still sweating,” right? One thing that screams fall to me –…
Wanna Take a Family Road Trip? 10 Spring Destinations Ideas (+ a Playlist)
Your New Year goals include more travel, right? Then it’s time to get a jump on your spring family road trip planning with these 10 spring road trip ideas. March and April might seem far off, however, the ideal spring road trip planning time is January – right now. I’ve tried to stay away from…