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”…
Used 2016 Honda CR-V Touring: There’s a Reason for the Love Affair
Getting to know the 2016 Honda CR-V Touring. If you’re paying any attention at all as you’re driving down the highway you’ll notice a lot of Honda CR-Vs. I’d always wondered about this phenomenon and why anyone I asked gushed about their CR-V. Then I got to drive a 2016 Honda CR-V Touring for a…
Used 2016 Honda CR-V Touring Review: Can It Make Everyone Happy?
Great for date night, even if your date is a toddler The SUV is the un-minivan: macho, self-reliant, rugged. And that’s what we like about them. But who doesn’t like creature comforts and smart, functional features, too? Especially when your car accommodates your kids, your significant other, and sometimes your mom, your boss and your…
2021 Honda Ridgeline: The City Truck that Stole My Heart
The Honda Ridgeline pickup truck has received a lot of flack over the years. Truck enthusiasts claim that not only does this vehicle have a unibody construction but it doesn’t even look like a real truck. But the Ridgeline has held its own with an audience who loves a more urban styling and wants the…
Future Cars: 13 Trends That Will Change Your Life Now
Fashion isn’t the only import that rocks your world. I love traveling to Europe in the fall. I get a peek at the fashion trends that will be popping up on our streets in the next few months (black tights and short boots are still a thing, along with long pleated skirts in bright colors)….
2019 Honda HR-V Sport: Choosing a Compact SUV for Some Mother Daughter Fun
The 2019 Honda HRV Sport is a whole vibe! I love a good road trip, especially when I am rolling in a sassy and fun car like the HRV Sport! Recently, my mom and I hit the road in the compact SUV and we had a blast. She will be moving to another state soon so…
Honda Civic Si Review: What If An Inexpensive Stick Shift Sedan Could Actually Be Fun?
That’s what Honda thought, too. I’m pretty sure anyone who saw me driving the 2020 Honda Civic Si thought I was driving my son’s car or I was having a mid-life crisis. It’s not really the car for a mom from the ‘burbs. (Maybe it’s the sport spoiler on the trunk the gives it away,…
Which Cars Are the Top 3 in the World? World Car Awards Announces the 2021 Finalists
Electric cars made the list, yes, but there are plenty of surprises, too. Oh, the impact of a pandemic. It makes us reevaluate everything, clarify what matters most and laser focus our values. It makes us look at things from the perspective of what matters most. In the US we’ve been on a tear with…
Three Good Reasons a Woman Should Own a Motorcycle
I had a boyfriend with a motorcycle when I was 19 – it was a blazing red Kawasaki Ninja and it was FAST. As in, oh-my-stars-this-is-insane fast. Once, he let me drive it and he sat behind me and helped me shift. It was an exhilarating feeling, the wind rushing past me, and I…
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…