Meet the Ford Maverick, the compact truck for pandemic gardeners, at-home DIYers, suburban moms, and working women alike. It’s rare that one vehicle can suit so many needs, but the 2022 Ford Maverick is a jack of all trades. If you need to park in a cramped parking garage to head to your city office…
The 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross: This Value Brand Delivers Even More for the Money
Mitsubishi wants to make you look, and the Eclipse Cross will do the trick. Here’s the thing about Mitsubishi: these are inexpensive work horses that get the job done and last practically forever. For the price, they are hard to beat. But their competitors have largely been doing just that—on design, price, features and more….
Rainbow Wishes and Magic Pony Dreams: 2020 Ford Mustang 2.3L Ecoboost Convertible
When we were girls, we dreamed of ponies. Cuddly and gentle with flowing manes and soft wet noses that twitched with excitement over apples and carrots. When we hit our mid-teens, many of us were ready to trade those 4-legged beauties for four wheels and an engine. A different kind of beauty. This week, I…
2022 Toyota GR 86 First Drive Review: Don’t Let This Sexy Little Sports Car Fool You: It’s Fun, Fast and Affordable
The Toyota GR 86 performs as good as it looks, and it looks really good. Sometimes I like to get behind the wheel and just drive. I turn off the music, open the windows, and listen to the rumble of the engine as it filters into the cabin. It’s “me” time, and taking it in…
Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Power, Elegance or Family-Friendly. Which One Is Right For You?
Mercedes-Benz has a lot of E-Class cars. How do you possibly pick one? Mercedes-Benz’s E-Class lineup are the epitome of refined luxury. Plus performance capability with AMG choices. And with plenty of cool body styles to choose from. What more could we want from a European luxury brand making killer cool cars, and how do…
2021 Kia Seltos SX Turbo AWD: Bejeweled and Enchanting like a Citrine
What’s on the outside counts as much as the inside. So go big and bold in Starbright! The 2021 Kia Seltos SX Turbo AWD is bedazzling with its modern design and its colorful paint options are as enchanting as a well-cut citrine. On the outside, a gem-cut grille and bright LED lights give it a distinct look. Inside there’s lots…
2021 Buick Encore GX: From Grandma’s Car to Your Teen’s First Vehicle
“Do you think they’ll let me keep it?” my younger sister asked the first time she climbed out of the 2021 Buick Encore GX. There’s a pretty big age difference between us—a solid decade—and my family has been trying to decide what would be a great first car for her to drive when she gets…
2022 Hyundai Kona N First Drive: The Crossover That Will Remind You Why You Love Smaller Cars
You’re lying if you say you never wanted to be part of The Fast and the Furious. After all, few things are quite as empowering as the growl of a loud performance engine carrying you away from all your problems — whether those problems involve street racing or dropping the kids off at school. If that…
The 2021 Mazda CX-5 Signature AWD: A Compact SUV For all of Life’s In-Between Moments
When life demands more than a sedan but doesn’t quite need you to go full SUV, try the 2021 Mazda CX-5 Signature AWD. This Mazda is a compact SUV, which means you’ll have the space and functionality of a two-row SUV without feeling like you’re driving a yacht. It’s the perfect in-between for when you…
2021 Chevrolet Silverado Duramax: Work or Play, This Full Size Truck Has You Covered
When you need the space for your family but an impressive payload, you’re going to want a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado Duramax. “What?” you might be asking. “A full-size pickup truck as a family car?” It’s not as wild as you might think. The Silverado has been a great option for families for years, and it’s…