If you need to spend a LOT of time in the car, this is how to do it. I spent a solid week in the car. Like, 8 hours a day for a whole week. And most of it not driving. I was ‘bubbling,’ or keeping within the family bubble while traveling after a long…
13 of Our Absolute Favorite Electric, Hybrid, and PHEV Vehicles
We’ve tested a lot of vehicles at A Girls Guide to Cars, and we’ve grown to love all things electric. There’s nothing better than having plenty of power and feeling good about it, too! That’s why we’ve fallen head over heels for electric cars—including the ones that use their batteries to supplement gasoline power. These…
The Fun-to-Drive Hyundai Kona Electric Helps to Save the Planet (and Your Money)
And you’ll look good doing it! We’ve been hearing a lot about climate change for the past year (or more!), especially with Greta Thunberg making waves all over the world as an environmental advocate. Did you know that a typical passenger vehicle emits about 4.6 metric tons of carbon dioxide per year? Carbon dioxide is…
All of the Electric Vehicles Available in the United States Today
Aiming to convert to electric vehicles? Look no further. As of April 2021, your electric vehicle options are still fairly limited compared to the traditional internal combustion engine—but that doesn’t mean the options on the market aren’t loaded with technology, luxury, and functionality. Automakers have done their best to craft EVs that are designed with…
2022 Hyundai Tucson: This Great Little SUV Has Game. Lots of Game
And a stunning new look and feel. Some of us are emerging from the pandemic looking a little more haggard than we went into it; it was a stressful time, after all. But not the 2022 Hyundai Tucson. This happy little SUV spent the pandemic—and likely the few years before— getting a stunning makeover that…
The All-New 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Is The Ideal Adventure Truck for City Driving
A perfect truck for city driving that also duals as your weekend getaway vehicle? The 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz is ready for it all. Sounds impossible, but it’s true! Hyundai’s newest model, the Santa Cruz, is designed with your do-it-all lifestyle in mind. Looking for a smaller, maneuverable truck for city living that includes…
2020 Hyundai Venue SEL: Empowering at All Life Stages
Welcome to the crossover for you. New drivers, empty nesters, and grandparents alike can all find ways to enjoy their independence in the 2020 Hyundai Venue SEL. The Venue has a 1.6L DPI 4-cylinder engine with 121 horsepower with drive mode select which includes snow mode. Whether you’re new to driving or skilled for years,…
The 2020 Hyundai Sonata: K-Beauty Comes to Life In This Elegantly Redesigned Sedan
And dang, it’s smart, too! I recently told you about my trip to Korea to test out two new cars and to get a feel for how the Korean culture shapes some of the world’s most popular cars. Like so many, I’ve spent hundreds of hours watching gorgeous Korean women create perfect palettes of flawless…
What on Earth Is Stellantis? Your Guide to the Wild World of Automotive Brands and the Corporations That Own Them
Keeping track of automotive brands can be a hassle. There have been so many mergers, divisions, and closings among the car world that it can throw anyone for a loop—even experienced automotive journalists. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering what someone means when they say “the Big Three” or why you’ve heard the name “Stellantis”…
What Drives Her: Claudia Marquez Paved the Way and Broke the Glass Ceiling at Hyundai Mexico
Can a Latina succeed in a male dominated automotive world? Claudia Marquez, president of Hyundai’s Mexico division, told us that the answer to that question is a resounding yes. Generous with her thoughts and palpably driven by achieving objectives, Claudia Marquez sure has proven it—at an international level. What are the keys to her success…