Luxury on a budget can be a challenge. Enter the Volkswagen Arteon. If you’re seeking the luxe lines of an Audi for a Volkswagen price, the Volkswagen Arteon is place to explore. Starting at $35,845, it is a luxurious car with an attainable budget. The Arteon taps its family DNA, mirroring the look of the…
Is This the Car for Our Family? The 2017 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring Review
Not Every Family Car Fits All Families; Will This One Fit Ours? Well, that depends. When you hear that a car has three rows, you make certain assumptions. As the mother of 4 (3 still in car seats) I was thrilled to hear that we’d get the opportunity to review a 2017 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring….
Toyota Yaris Review: Safe, Compact, and Affordable
The Toyota Yaris is Perfect for a Party of One. Looking for the perfect car for a teen, single adult, city-dweller, or older adult? The Toyota Yaris is a compact, budget-conscious option for those who don’t need a ton of space. It’s also a terrific little car to take on a solo road trip. I…
Do You Really Need Premium Gas? Here’s How To Know
Don’t over pay if you don’t have to. Premium is a powerful word. It suggests you don’t settle for second-best. Some drivers buy premium gas, because they care about their investment. They want their car to have the absolute best fuel available. Does that sound like you? If so, I’ve got some bad news. Unless your…
2016 Range Rover Td6: Powered by Diesel
Luxury and diesel go hand in hand. On a recent launch of the 2016 Range Rover Td6 and Range Rover Sport Td6 in Sedona, Arizona, we were put to the test rock crawling through red canyons, deserts, and rutted roads. Every year the Range Rover gets easier to drive and the new edition has technology…
2016 Nissan Sentra: Updated Design and New Technology
Is 2016 the year of the sedan? According to Nissan, this is the year of the sedan. If that’s true, then the 2016 Nissan Sentra is an overachiever. Nissan Sentra, the company’s third best-selling vehicle (behind Altima and Rogue) has earned its kudos. The compact sedan has been around for over 30 years and seven generations….
Do You Think Your Car Needs a Winter Warm Up?
You’re wrong; here’s why. Facebook is a funny place. I logged on the other day and saw some friends arguing about the merits of warming up your car engine in winter. There seems to be a huge misconception surrounding this issue. Short version: warming up your car accomplishes nothing. You are wasting gas. If you…
Is the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Right for Your Family?
It is if your family doesn’t mind that you’re having fun driving. We spent the last part of 2015 cruising around in a ruby red 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer. It’s a peppy little car that’s super fun to drive and it gets great gas mileage. We didn’t get to take it on any road trips or doing anything glamorous…
2015 Toyota Avalon Limited Review: Budget-Friendly Luxury
How to live like a millionaire on a frugal budget. Remember the “Millionaire Next Door”- the book that took a look at people who live a restrained life, regularly save money and as a result, end up millionaires? This car is for them: the Toyota Avalon exercises fiscal restraint while pampering its occupants with luxury…
2015 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen: Hopping Into Place
A quick look at VW’s newest car. When the Volkswagen Golf came to the U.S. in 1975 it was called the Rabbit — a name that conjures up a lot of interesting discussion. (Just try mentioning it some time!) At the time, the Volkswagen Rabbit was a two- or four-door hatchback with a…