About Kristen Brown

Brown is a car-loving mom in Oregon, with a deeply rooted passion in auto mechanics. She's been an automotive writer since 2018, having published with US News & World Report, The US Sun, The Fast Lane Car, Team Valvoline, and many more.

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Real Housewives of Beverly Hills on Bravo
November 28, 2024
The women of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills live fabulously lavish lifestyles, and drive equally amazing cars. Let's see who…
The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid parked in a shady spot with green trees in the background
November 26, 2024
A test drive of the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid opened my eyes to Hyundai as a brand. It was…
We picked the 10 best SUVs for short drivers, with the 10 pictures as polaroid photos
November 22, 2024
Short people don't have to drive small cars. We picked the best trucks, SUVs, sedans, wagons, and more of all…
All nine Subaru vehicles lined up with the company logo as the background
November 1, 2024
There are nine Subarus to choose from, so it's hard to know which one is right for you and your…
Acura ZDX Type S
October 31, 2024
The Acura ZDX's storage space, comfort, speed, impressive range, and quick charging may have convinced my skeptic in-laws to buy…
All six Jeep models circling the Jeep logo with pink question marks as the background
October 30, 2024
It seems so simple: A sharp, adventurous Jeep is on your mind. But which of its 7 models, and wide…
Interior of the Honda Civic Type R
October 17, 2024
It's throaty. It's fun. It's a manual. And it'll make you giggle, even just going to the grocery store. Shouldn't…
Britax car seat
October 10, 2024
The guidelines say kids need to stay in rear facing child car seats longer and longer. Here's why, how to…
Mini Cooper Convertible
October 9, 2024
For the first time in almost a decade this little cutie is back in a convertible. The MINI Cooper and…
2024 Subaru Ascent Onyx Edition Review
October 2, 2024
I love standard AWD, versatile seating and tons of cargo space. My toddler? The huge sunroof and comfy seats in…