When Travel Is Allowed, Where will YOU go? While travel to Canada is still closed to Americans when it opens up, Whistler is a 4-hour drive from Seattle or a 2-hour drive from Vancouver airport, and something to add to your Summer bucket list for the future. Here in British Columbia, where I live, unnecessary…
Meet Real Housewives with Hybrid Engines: A Girl’s Guide to Formula One
The joy of Formula One racing goes way beyond the on-track action. That’s right — you don’t have to care about engines or overtaking to enjoy Formula One, the world’s most elite and luxurious form of racing. In fact, I’d go so far as to say that the best parts of F1 take place off the…
The Elegantly Sporty Canadian Hot Hatch: Mercedes-Benz AMG A35
I call this the Elegant Hot Hatch because, well, it’s a Benz Hatch! This is a hot hatch, and as it’s Mercedes-Benz, it’s only available in Canada. In the US, you can buy a similar A-Class in the AMG A 35 sedan, however, with the same powertrain and all-wheel-drive 4MATIC. I do believe the suspension…
Ready for Your First Luxury Performance Car? 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 35 Review
You’ve earned it. I had to work up my nerve to the first time I walked into a Prada store. I was familiar with luxury shopping at Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus. I knew well the investment value of a pair of Gucci loafers or an Hermès belt. But I was ready for my…
2020 Mercedes Benz GLC 300: Technology and Luxury at Your Service
Seriously. All you have to do is ask. Wouldn’t it be nice if a luxury car really did it all for you? Like, if all you had to do was say, “Hey, Mercedes,” and the car would take care of whatever you need? Well, that is where Mercedes-Benz is headed with some of the new…
The New 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB SUV Mixes Classic Looks with Modern Tech and Luxury
SUV Traditionalists Rejoice: Everything old is new (and better) again. If you look at modern, sculpted, bullet-shaped SUVs and shake your head because they don’t look like SUVs to you, get ready to smile at the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB. And, if you need luxury — and yes, that is a valid need— space and SUV…
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”…
Notable African American Women Making Moves in the Auto Industry
When thinking of the auto industry, women – African American women – very rarely come to mind. The auto industry, although changing, still has work to be done to increase not only women’s presence but the presence of African American women. Whether it is in auto finance, NASCAR, or consumer car sales, these are the…
The Sport Coupe for Everyday #LivingYourBestLife: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45
It’s time to bring the bling and fall in love with your drive! Bring on the sparkle and learn what it’s like to enjoy everyday driving when you have a performance coupe capable of everything: crushing the commute, bringing the fun, and reminding you that you can do all that with the ease of convenience….
The SUV for Family Trips AND Track Weekends: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43
The Mercedes-Benz AMC GLC 43 performance SUV is the epitome of weekend fun—whether it’s at the track or on a family road-trip. It’s an all-around winner for me and my family. The Mercedes-Benz AMC GLC 43 packs a real punch by combining an amazing performance car with the cargo and space of an SUV. I…