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…
2022 Ford Maverick Review: A Short Girl Friendly Truck to Soothe Your Budget DIY Soul
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…
After Road Tripping in the Kia K5 GT, This SUV Girl is Now a Sedan Fan
Sporty design and great performance in the Kia K5 GT made the trip evermore fun. I’m an SUV kind of girl and haven’t driven a sedan in years. But I had the privilege of driving this Kia K5 GT for a week, and it slowly but surely grew on me. It was definitely a fun…
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…
Mazda CX-3 GT: a Cool Compact SUV for a Cool Girl
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…
VW ID.4 Review: The EV That Changed My Mind About Rural Electrification
Can a country girl own an EV? Until I met did this VW ID.4, I would probably have told you it just wouldn’t work. But spending a week with a car is usually a good way to see how it fits into your daily life, where the pain points are, and where all the cool…
2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Unlimited Rubicon Review: Kudos On Long Road Trips And Comfort
Driving the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe on long road trips will assure a Jeep wave or two! My mom, grandson, and I set out on a 6-hour (one-way) road trip from Texas to Central Kansas with optimistic feelings that our time together would be memorable and perfect. Multigenerational travel is a great way to bring generations…
2021 Toyota Venza Review: Can This 5 Passenger Luxe Hybrid SUV the Best Family Road Trip Car?
A road trip is only as successful as the car you’re driving. A successful road trip is dependent on a few things, like ensuring everyone is entertained and the perfect route is mapped out. However, one of the most important is the vehicle that’s taking you there. So what makes the best road trip car?…
Mazda CX-5 vs. Mazda CX-30: Which Compact SUV Is Right for You?
Torn between the Mazda CX-5 and the Mazda CX-30? We feel you. They’re both a compact SUV, and they’re both two new favorites that you just can’t stop seeing on the road — so Mazda must be doing something right. But at first glance, these two crossovers look pretty similar, with the exception that one is a…
2021 Honda Ridgeline: The City Truck that Stole My Heart
The Honda Ridgeline pickup truck has received a lot of flack over the years. Truck enthusiasts claim that not only does this vehicle have a unibody construction but it doesn’t even look like a real truck. But the Ridgeline has held its own with an audience who loves a more urban styling and wants the…