It’s back to school season. Get ready, Mom and Dad! Homework, after school practices, and carpooling kids…oh my! When you are in the thick of the school season, you can feel like you are an Uber for kids on a daily basis. Banding together with other parents at the same school or whose kids are…
2021 Chevrolet Silverado Duramax: Work or Play, This Full Size Truck Has You Covered
When you need the space for your family but an impressive payload, you’re going to want a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado Duramax. “What?” you might be asking. “A full-size pickup truck as a family car?” It’s not as wild as you might think. The Silverado has been a great option for families for years, and it’s…
What on Earth Is Stellantis? Your Guide to the Wild World of Automotive Brands and the Corporations That Own Them
Keeping track of automotive brands can be a hassle. There have been so many mergers, divisions, and closings among the car world that it can throw anyone for a loop—even experienced automotive journalists. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering what someone means when they say “the Big Three” or why you’ve heard the name “Stellantis”…
Take on Snow and Ice with These Tips for Driving in Winter Weather
The most important safety system in your car is you – the driver. Growing up in upstate New York between Buffalo and Lake Placid, it seemed I was always driving in snow. I knew to take it seriously and somehow just figured out how to do it without much concern. But people who live outside…
7 Favorite Vehicles From Detroit’s Big 3 Car Makers for Families
The “shopping local” equivalent for buying a new car is buying from Detroit’s Big 3. Now, not every car sold by these American brands will be made in America, but you can rest assured that the Big 3—General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis (formerly Chrysler)—have the big American family in mind. So, to make your car browsing…
2021 Chevy Trailblazer AWD RS: 6 Things We Absolutely Love
You could say I’m a Chevy girl. My first car was a bright yellow 4-door Chevrolet Chevette my dad bought my sister and me back in the ’70s. That car took all my girlfriends everywhere. My second car and most proud was a brand new 1978 metallic brown Chevrolet Camaro that my parents helped me…
Everything You Need to Know About Last Minute End-of-Year Car Shopping in 2020
The end of the year can be a great time to get a killer deal on a new car. Holiday incentives from the manufacturers in the form of rebates, low APRs, and lease deals can help keep hundreds to thousands of dollars in your pocket during end of year car shopping. The dealers are motivated…
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…
2020 Chevy Silverado: Diesel or Gasoline?
Last year Chevrolet joined the ranks diesel-driven light-duty trucks. And, the Duramax diesel Silverado claimed the best fuel economy for this popular class of trucks. So we were waiting for our chance to drive it and compare it to the gasoline model: the 2020 Chevy Silverado Diesel LTZ and the 2020 Silverado High Country. These are…
2019 Chevrolet Traverse: The SUV for When Carpooling Kids is your Life
To keep life on track you need the right car. Consider the 2019 Chevrolet Traverse. I recently drove the 2019 Chevy Traverse Premiere edition for a week and I didn’t want to give it back. Seriously. It was the ultimate vehicle for the carpool lane. The 3rd row makes this a 7 or 8 seater, perfect for when…