Even if that adventure is only on the road to school and back. Created for the adventurers, families, and those unwilling to give up style and luxury in favor of capability, the Palisade was named in reference to a line of high, substantial, towering cliffs. And, the Palisade was designed to meet that high level…
Could the Honda Odyssey Minivan Be the Best Family Car Ever?
They thought of everything. Seriously, Everything. If you were going to design the perfect minivan, what would you add? After all, these machines have gotten pretty perfect in recent years. But not being one to shy away from a challenge, Honda has taken on the redesign of the 2018 Odyssey with just that in mind:…
How to Choose the Best Family SUV: Chevrolet Equinox vs Traverse
In the Equinox vs Traverse debate, size does matter. Choosing between Chevrolet’s 2019 models is tough. The Chevy Equinox vs Traverse is something that is often debated by people looking to find the best family SUV. Finding the right car can be difficult. It takes time to figure out which will be comfortable for the…
This May Be The Perfect Family SUV: The 2016 Volvo XC 90 Review
Disclosure: Volvo provided the XC90 for our test drive; opinions expressed here are all my own. Critics love it, families flock to it, but will it really accommodate all our car seats, kids, and gear? We put the Volvo XC90 SUV to the test. Critics love the Volvo XC90 SUV, but is it really all…
2017 Chrysler Pacifica Touring – Ideal for Road Trips and Everyday Adventures
In search of the ideal road trip vehicle. Last year when I found out that my family would be adding another baby, one of my first thoughts was, “But we don’t have a car that will fit everyone!” My 11-year old Nissan Sentra was still plugging along fine and my husband had just purchased a…
Could This Be the Crossover For You? Meet the All New Kia Niro
Smart features, great MPG and nice capability are just the start. Kia has been a company on fire lately: From world class-design led by design chief Peter Schreyer to top quality ratings from JD Power to building out a lineup that serves a broad range of drivers needs, the company clearly wants to offer something to…
2017 Chrysler Pacifica Review: This Minivan Crushes Stereotypes
Even the Haters Aren’t Hating This. It came as a shock: Even the most serious car critics think the Chrysler Pacifica is an awesome car. Stunning for a group who typically can’t see beyond horsepower and performance stats. But climbing into the lustrous leather interior, finding a place to put their camera gear, a panoramic…
The Great Debate: Minivan or SUV?
Deciding isn’t as easy as you might think. Dear AGirlsGuidetoCars, My wife and I have an 8 month old and are in the market for a family car. We have one daughter and don’t plan on another, but do occasionally travel with our two dogs (but that is rare). We are evaluating the Toyota Highlander…
2016 Nissan Altima Review: Style and Comfort for a Family Road Trip
Looking for style and interior comfort on the road? The 2016 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL delivers. Some cars look great and are perfect for city driving, others are roomy and comfortable with handy features for long road trip adventures, the 2016 Nissan Altima has the best of both. As a family trying to get more outdoor time, we…
A Love Letter to the Volvo V60 Cross Country T5 AWD
Dear Volvo V60, Several months have passed now since we were last together, but I just can’t stop thinking about you. I had never experienced what life could be like in a fully loaded V60 like you and I liked it more than I thought I would. There were just so many things about you,…