I love seeing the familiar roads of New Jersey in a new light. I’ve lived in New Jersey my entire life–well, except for the three years I moved over the bridge to Pennsylvania. It was short lived when I purchased my first home right back in New Jersey. Sometimes I overlook all the fun that…
Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Review: A Use Less, Give More, Feel Better Car
‘Tis (always) the season for spreading kindness. And that’s what I do with my daughter every year during the holiday season. Giving back is one of our traditions. This year, she asked if we could help animals in some way. So we came up with a fun way to do that. We made, collected and…
2019 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid: Just the Facts
Meet the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid It’s the car you can plug in or gas up. Run on the battery for your daily commute or local errands and add gas for longer trips. Either way, it’s the most fuel-efficient Crosstrek ever. Read about my experience with the Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid. Safety Features Subaru is well…
10 Reasons to Love the New 2020 Subaru Outback Even More
There’s more to love in all the things we love already. When Subaru introduced the Outback in the 1990’s it was a step in the right direction: The brand was the car to have for anyone with weekend cabin, who lived for hiking, who rejoiced in snow days when the roads were empty (Subarus were…
50 Minute Test Drive: 2019 Subaru Forester
*Somebody* just got a makeover and is looking really smart. Don’t you hate test drives that are a dizzying whirl of information overload? So do I. So when I got a chance for a quick drive in the 2019 Subaru Forester, I made a point to take note of all the features and design details…
2018 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Sport: Why This AWD Car is the Coolest Road Trip Sedan
Really, road trip in a sedan? Yup! I’ll be the first to admit, sedans don’t generally excite me. I’m much more inclined to go for something sporty or luxurious over something practical, even an AWD car. So when I was invited to drive-review the 2018 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Sport, I was pleasantly surprised to experience…
Safety and Adventure in a 3 Row SUV: The 2019 Subaru Ascent Review
Safety Doesn’t Have to be Boring. Subaru has proven that time and again. I’m sure you’ve seen the commercial where the teenager has an accident but no one’s concerned because “it’s a Subaru!” And there’s the other one where the husband is in the hospital after a car accident. But wait: he gets a do-over…
The 2018 Subaru WRX: How This 4-Door Sports Sedan Makes You Younger. Really
Age Doesn’t Matter When You Get Behind the Wheel of the 2018 Subaru WRX. I know what that young man was thinking when he delivered the sporty little 2018 Subara WRX outfitted with the performance package to me. He was thinking, “I thought she’d be younger.” He didn’t say it. But I knew. The 2018…
8 Best Car Features for New Families
Cool baby gear is great but so are these cool car features! Between strollers, car seats, baby carriers and slings, the options for cool baby gear are nearly endless. The options for your car are almost as endless. And, technology has advanced to the point where there are so many helpful features in automotive transportation…
2017 Subaru Outback Touring Review: Unexpected Reasons It Appeals to Busy Families
Because Motherhood is an Adventure, Too. Motherhood is quite an adventure in itself, isn’t it? Each day brings something new. Some days its baseball practice, others it’s dance, grocery shopping, or playdates with friends. As a mother of two school-aged kids, when I look for a new vehicle, I look for one that can handle all…