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…
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…
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…
2020 Nissan Sentra: the Facts
Here’s what you need to know about the 2020 Nissan Sentra. See our full review here. Who This Car is For: It is perfect for any first-time buyer A stylish small family or couples A fashionable single Millennials Anyone looking for a cool, cost-effective car What the 2020 Nissan Sentra costs: Choose from three trim…
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…
Just the Facts: 2019 Mazda CX-3 GT
The Sporty Compact Mazda CX-3 SUV was newly updated for 2019. The Mazda CX-3 Compact SUV was newly updated for 2019. Find out more more about my experience with the CX-3 here. What’s New for 2019 Standard blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert safety features on the Sport (GS in Canada) model and above 10-way…
The Re-tooled 2019 Honda Civic Made Me Feel Like a Kid Again!
It’s official… I’m 22 again driving my Honda Civic on the SoCal coast. Okay not really, but I sure felt like it when I was behind the wheel of the 2019 Honda Civic. A lot has been upgraded to the Honda Civic and I have to say I am still a major fan. Thank you…
2018 Toyota C-HR Review: This Compact SUV With Edgy Style Gets Attention
Who is the Toyota C-HR (Coupe High Rider) really for? This is my second time driving the C-HR and I cannot tell you how many times I have been asked that question! When I saw it for the first time I totally put it in a box and initially thought Millennials. However, after getting up…