I have three teen daughters, so I know “family cars.” I know family cars from experience. I’ve owned a station wagon (yes, you read that right), two minivans, a large SUV, a couple of sedans and a hatchback, even a fully electric car. But never a pick-up truck. Driving the RAM 1500 EcoDiesel Limited recently…
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…
2020 Chevy Silverado: Diesel or Gasoline?
Last year Chevrolet joined the ranks diesel-driven light-duty trucks. And, the Duramax diesel Silverado claimed the best fuel economy for this popular class of trucks. So we were waiting for our chance to drive it and compare it to the gasoline model: the 2020 Chevy Silverado Diesel LTZ and the 2020 Silverado High Country. These are…
Used 2018 Ford F-150 Power Stroke Diesel Pickup Truck: The MPG You’ve Been Waiting For and Still Can’t Beat
You ❤ trucks. You would like to have a truck. You may even think you need a truck. But, you’ve put off purchasing one because, with fuel prices as high as they’ve been the last few years, a truck just isn’t a practical choice. Buckle up, ladies, cause Ford is turning the tables with their brand…
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…
2019 Mercedes Sprinter Passenger Van: The Ultimate People Mover
What kind of person actually requests to write a Mercedes Sprinter passenger van review? A girl who is planning to spend the week at the beach with a total of 14 family members, that’s who! As the oldest of eight kids, I grew up pretty familiar with large vehicles. In fact, I learned to drive…
Should You Buy a Diesel Vehicle? Pros, Cons and What You Need To Know
If You Think Diesels Are Loud and Smelly, Think Again! What do you know about diesel engines? You may dismiss them as something used for trucks. But did you know that more than 50 percent of new cars sold in Europe have diesel engines? Do you wonder why? There are a lot of advantages to…
2020 Ram 1500 Eco-Diesel Pickup Truck: Eco and Family Friendly
Did you ever think you’d hear the words Ram 1500 eco-diesel, fuel-efficient, and family car in the same sentence? Something happens when you go from a family of 4 to a family of 5. Suddenly the sedan and any small to mid-size SUV is out of the question. If you can manage a 2-row SUV…
Just the Facts: 2020 Ram 1500 Eco-Diesel, Rebel Edition Crew Cab
We recently spent some quality time in the 2020 Ram 1500 Eco-Diesel Rebel pickup truck. We’d driven this before at a few events, but we hadn’t tested it out for a full week, with the family and day to day life. So while we already knew we really liked this truck, we were pleasantly surprised…
2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty: Power to Tow, Room for All
When you need to haul loads or pull trailers on a regular basis, you need a big truck. And it’s not just the size of the truck that matters, but the size of the engine too. The 2019 Ford F-250 may not look a lot bigger than its very popular cousin, the F-150 but it’s…