Riding in a Robotaxi, Crucial Updates to BlueCruise, and the Updated Ford Expedition
We have an exciting week of content, including our first robotaxi ride, our thoughts on BlueCruise 1.5, a thoughtful review of the VW Jetta, and so much more.
I don’t mean to scare you, but every eight minutes, Uber receives a complaint of sexual assault, threat, or harassment.
That stat was on my mind as I spent a day in Austin riding Tesla’s new driverless taxis. From spotless interiors to human support just a tap away, the Robotaxi offered a surprisingly comfortable, secure, and even personal experience—raising the question: could self-driving rides be the future of safer travel?
READ MORE: I Took a Tesla Robotaxi Around Austin and This is What It’s Like—And Why I Feel Safe
Ford BlueCruise 1.5: When You Still Want to Drive — But Not All the Time
Maybe you’re not ready to ditch the driver’s seat altogether (and it will probably be a long time before we’re all at that point). But sometimes it’s nice to sit back and relax a little more on those longer drives. For that, you have Ford BlueCruise 1.5, Ford’s hands-free driving feature.
On the highway, it handles the boring stuff—keeping you centered, changing lanes, even sliding away from big trucks—so you can relax and enjoy the ride without the constant “hands on the wheel” nagging
READ MORE: Ford Blue Cruise 1.5 Does The Driving When You Don’t Want To
Riding With Your Most Stylish Friend: The 2025 VW Jetta SEL
Liv Leigh says that the 2025 VW Jetta SEL feels like driving with that effortlessly stylish, reliable friend everyone loves—quietly classy, practical, and full of little surprises. From its fresh new exterior color to a comfy, tech-savvy interior, it’s a sedan that makes everyday driving a little more fun. It might not work for everyone, but for most, it’s a smart, roomy, and surprisingly lively ride. See why the Jetta SEL might just become your new go-to car.
What Drives Her Podcast: How to Be a Savvy Carbuyer with @the.car.chick LeeAnn Shattuck
In this throwback episode, we sit down with LeeAnn Shattuck, a.k.a. The Car Chick, to tackle one of life’s most intimidating tasks: buying a car.
LeeAnn is a seasoned insider with a wealth of knowledge—and she’s ready to share it all.
Can’t get enough? Take her class, then hit the dealership armed with smarts—and walk out without getting ripped off.
LISTEN HERE: Ep 3 What Drives Her Podcast: LeeAnn Shattuck Will Help You Be a Smarter Car Buyer
ICYMI: The Redesigned 2025 Ford Expedition’s Big Day Out
Remember that hands-free BlueCruise feature we told you about earlier? We put it to the test in the redesigned 2025 Ford Expedition a while back—then took things off-road for some muddy fun in the Tremor edition. From smart family-friendly features to serious towing power, this SUV handled it all.
Enjoy the ride!
WATCH HERE: We Took the Redesigned 2025 Ford Expedition Out for a Spin—and a Romp Through the Mud
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