The 2019 Mazda CX-3 GT updates result in one cool compact ride. The compact SUV was newly updated for 2019 and provides a sleek package for everyday living, in both the city and country. I was impressed with how many features and options were included in the Mazda CX-3 GT at this price point. My…
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”…
9 of the Sexiest Cars We’ve Driven (So Far!)
You can’t help falling in love with these beautiful machines. Raise your hand if you fell in love in a car—or even with a car. It’s no secret that automotive brands use words like “sexy” and “sensual” when describing the bodies of their cars because it appeals to us, and none so much as a…
The 2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata Is The Perfect Wet Weather Circuit Car
Learning to handle wet weather driving when living in a rain forest is kind of important. I was invited to the Island Motorsport Circuit to test out their new Wet Weather Training program. I brought the 2020 Mazda MX-5 GT (Miata) to test it out. The program is designed to cover wet weather driving, and…
A Torque Story Part Deux: The Mazda CX-30 Turbo SUV Is Designed to Make Your Soul Soar
Who says SUVs can’t be fun to drive? If you bought the Mazda CX-30, you might have made a mistake. The second most popular car in the Mazda lineup, the CX-30, was introduced last year to a lot of excitement. The brand’s smaller, more agile, more fuel efficient all wheel drive SUV is ideal for…
2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Edition Review: Go Ahead, Put the Top Down and Get Your Hair Messy
Miata hair, don’t care. The Mazda Miata RF is the best of both worlds: Convertible and hard top roadster. It’s a two-seater that is super fun to drive and a favorite of practically every car critic and enthusiast. And while it’s on the cutting edge of technology, it harkens to a simpler, quieter time when…
The Neiman Marcus Christmas Book Can Make Your Holiday Road Trip an Exercise in Perfection
You need a bit of luxe in your life, this year more than ever. Every year, luxury retailer Neiman Marcus curates a select group of Fantasy Gifts, an exclusive group of products and experiences that come with an over-the-top price tag. But for a less pricey investment, the company curates a Christmas Book with a…
Mazda Honors Community Heroes with the 100th Anniversary MX-5 Miata
Now you can easily spot the heros; they’ll be behind the wheel of a 100th anniversary Mazda Miata MX-5. Mazda has been committed to highlighting community heroes since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. When the first signs of the global pandemic started to sweep across America, Mazda launched the Essential Care program that provided car…
2021 Mazda 3 Turbo: A Torque Story
If you want to feel the wind in your hair, learn to love the t-word. I don’t usually think much about torque and horsepower. Not that they aren’t important, but the terms have a different context in my world. Too much torque = carsick kiddos. Too much horsepower = unwanted attention from the highway patrol. I…
Hyundai Elantra vs. Mazda 3 : Economical Compact Sedan Wars
Decisions, decisions, decisions. Here’s how to decide. They’re both good looking sedans, they’re economical both at the pump and on the sticker, so it’ll come down to your personal brand preference. The Mazda3 and the Hyundai Elantra are equally stylish, compact, and even when loaded with features, affordable. I would certainly have a difficult time…