Usually, before I have a press car, I know what it will be, and I end up talking to friends and family about it. When I mentioned I’d be driving the 2021 Prius Prime the first question everyone asked was “What makes it a Prime?” Well, I’ll tell you: it’s the plug-in hybrid. 640-Mile Driving…
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…
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 All-Electric Mini Cooper S E Is Made for Busy City Living
The all-electric Mini Cooper S E is ideal for urban living. The electric Mini Cooper is here for everyone tied to city life but who’s ready for a car of their own. If you’re thinking electric for your next car, and your life revolves around city living, this Mini Cooper S E is for you….
2020 Fiat 500 X Sport Review: Happy Rides in a Happy Car
Fresh air. Sunshine. Smiles. Happiness. And that’s just how I felt when I got behind the wheel of the 2020 Fiat 500 X Sport, the all wheel drive crossover from Fiat. Being in quarantine for so long, it was time to get out and go for a drive. Right now, it feels like a drive…
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…
2022 Volkswagen Taos: The Small But Capable Compact SUV
The 2022 Volkswagen Taos proves that size doesn’t always matter. Just because it’s a compact SUV doesn’t mean the VW Taos doesn’t pack a big punch. Volkswagen has a big, SUV-shaped gap in its vehicle lineup, and the compact Taos is designed to meet those needs. It’s shorter than the Tiguan but still big enough…
9 Things I Loved About The Lexus UX 250h, An Urban Hybrid Crossover
The Lexus UX 250h is designed with the city-dweller in mind. I had the chance to test drive all three Lexus SUVs over the summer: the RX 350 (which also comes in a 3-row longer version), the NX 300, and the smallest, the “urban crossover” in the lineup: the UX 250h. The UX was my…
We Love the Mazda 3 For Its Elegant, Classic Lines. And Now There’s More to Love: Mazda 3 Turbo
Feeling like you gotta get away? Us too. We’ve had enough. And cabin fever is best addressed by feeling the wind in your hair and velocity that takes you away. That’s the beauty of turbo. So we were really excited to hear that the Mazda 3, which delighted us with its truly elegant finishes and…
This is the First Ever Hyundai Venue, and It’ll Win Your Heart
So will the price. “This is so cute,” my 17-year-old daughter Estee said when she got into the Hyundai Venue. “Seriously, this is so cute.” (Hint hint). Yes, I get it. It is adorable and she would love to have one of her own. So would I. The Hyundai Venue, which starts at about $17K…