If you need to spend a LOT of time in the car, this is how to do it. I spent a solid week in the car. Like, 8 hours a day for a whole week. And most of it not driving. I was ‘bubbling,’ or keeping within the family bubble while traveling after a long…
2020 Toyota Avalon Hybrid XSE: The Sporty Hybrid Full-Size Sedan
The 2020 Toyota Avalon Hybrid XSE could be the money-saving family car you’ve been looking for. A true five-seater, this hybrid full-size sedan that’s visually appealing. What’s not to love about the 2020 Toyota Avalon Hybrid XSE. It is an elegant 4-door sedan tipping closely to the edge of luxury. The size of the interior…
All of the Electric Vehicles Available in the United States Today
Aiming to convert to electric vehicles? Look no further. As of April 2021, your electric vehicle options are still fairly limited compared to the traditional internal combustion engine—but that doesn’t mean the options on the market aren’t loaded with technology, luxury, and functionality. Automakers have done their best to craft EVs that are designed with…
BEVs, PHEVs, and Hybrids: Everything You Need to Know About Cars With Alternative Power
BEV? PHEV? IDK! If you’re feeling lost in the lingo of alternative fuel source vehicles, you’re not alone. Terms like PHEV or 4xe are being thrown around a lot lately as cars swap from gasoline power to electricity (or even hydrogen!), and it can be easy to feel disoriented. And that’s okay. The words we…
The Pros and Cons of Swapping to an Electric Car
Swapping to an electric car is as big a decision as completely revamping your signature look. Making the decision is a big one—and it can be difficult to decide whether or not an electric car is right for you. There are so many factors that come into play—some you may not have even thought of…
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…
This is What the Bentley Bentayga Hybrid and Is Like To Drive
A plug-in hybrid takes a bit of the ‘guilty’ out of the pleasure of driving this bespoke car. I never thought driving a Bentley was for me. Too luxurious for my kids and dog. Too big for just me alone. Better for being chauffeured than driving yourself, but I really like driving. Could it really…
Space, Luxury and Savings without Compromise in the Kia Sorento Hybrid SUV
This may be the best 3-row SUV ever. So let me just start here: The 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid SUV comes in at $38,000 nicely loaded. Panoramic sunroof? Yes. Center-row captains chairs? Yup. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto? Yes! Potential fuel economy of 37 MPG? That’s icing on the cake. Then, add in beautiful…
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…
2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XSE: The Ultimate Fuel Economy SUV For Long Road Trips
The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid saves you money at the pump so you’ll have more to spend on fun stuff! The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is a game-changer for saving money on fuel when taking long road trips, which are on the rise now in the middle of this pandemic. Everything about this car is designed…