And I Wasn’t About to Pass It Up. The cars were lined up along Pit Row, a beautiful array of colors, shapes, and sizes, like toys on display to lure kids into play. each was assigned one of more than a dozen categories for evaluation and the 40 or so journalists were in attendance at the annual Texas Auto…
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”…
10 Full Size 3 Row Luxury SUVs That Will Make You Feel Like a Boss Babe
This Isn’t Your Momma’s Station Wagon Remember when you were young and your mom or dad said, “Come on, kids; let’s go,” and you all piled into the back of your station wagon — sans seatbelts and safety — and headed out on the open road? Well, ma’am, those times have come and gone,…
What Drives Her: 55-Year-Old Janine Shoffner Just Took Her First German Endurance Racing Title
Janine Shoffner jokingly refers to herself as a “gentleman” driver — or, in motorsport parlance, an amateur. In many ways, she is. Janine grew up with a fiery adrenaline streak, but she wasn’t one of those people who hit the karting track every night after school to hone her skills. As Janine told me in…
The SUV for Family Trips AND Track Weekends: Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43
The Mercedes-Benz AMC GLC 43 performance SUV is the epitome of weekend fun—whether it’s at the track or on a family road-trip. It’s an all-around winner for me and my family. The Mercedes-Benz AMC GLC 43 packs a real punch by combining an amazing performance car with the cargo and space of an SUV. I…
7 of the Poshest Luxury 3-Row SUVs
Tell me what you want, what you really really want! We make a lot of sacrifices in life — warm food, tight bodies, new clothes, and time, especially when it comes to our kids. For those of us who spend a lot of time in our cars, whether it be traveling for work or waiting…
The Elegantly Sporty Canadian Hot Hatch: Mercedes-Benz AMG A35
I call this the Elegant Hot Hatch because, well, it’s a Benz Hatch! This is a hot hatch, and as it’s Mercedes-Benz, it’s only available in Canada. In the US, you can buy a similar A-Class in the AMG A 35 sedan, however, with the same powertrain and all-wheel-drive 4MATIC. I do believe the suspension…
The Sport Coupe for Everyday #LivingYourBestLife: Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 45
It’s time to bring the bling and fall in love with your drive! Bring on the sparkle and learn what it’s like to enjoy everyday driving when you have a performance coupe capable of everything: crushing the commute, bringing the fun, and reminding you that you can do all that with the ease of convenience….
All-New for 2021, The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 Is Compact and Ready For Anything!
The Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 is the cutest of all the brand’s SUVs. Mercedes-Benz has 8 different SUV models to choose from, and the newly redesigned and refreshed for 2021 GLA 250 is the smallest—and cutest—in the lineup. It’s perfect for anyone who wants the ride height and handling —including AWD and off-road drive mode—of an…
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…