2014 Volvo XC90 Overview

2014 Volvo XC90 Exterior Relatively untouched since the last model year, the 2014 Volvo XC90 still uses angular lines and rough edges to create a rugged look typically seen in the Volvo lineup. Include the traditional Volvo grille, and there’s no denying what brand this crossover SUV belongs to. 2014 Volvo XC90 Performance A 3.2-liter…

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2014 GMC Acadia Overview

The GMC Acadia will only see a few changes for the 2014 model year with two more charge-only USB ports included in the cabin and standard forward collision alert and lane departure warning systems added to the Denali trim level. 2014 GMC Acadia Exterior GMC says that they designed the Acadia to make a strong…

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2016 Subaru WRX Named Top Safety Pick+

The 2016 Subaru WRX is a Top Safety Pick+ The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has wrapped up testing with the all-new 2016 Subaru WRX. As anticipated, the WRX earned the Top Safety Pick+ distinction, when equipped with Subaru’s innovative EyeSight driver assistance technology. Without EyeSight, the 2016 WRX is still a Top Safety…

2017 Kia Sportage Overview

The 2017 model year marks the beginning of the fourth-generation of the Kia Sportage compact crossover. The 2017 Sportage offers a couple of four-cylinder engine choices and it comes with an entirely new exterior design. This year’s Sportage will compete for sales with the likes of the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, and Ford Escape. [wptab name=”What’s…

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2014 Toyota Camry Review: Dependable, Yet Spry

The Toyota Camry is as dependable as a Labrador Retriever—with great fuel efficiency, top safety ratings and a peppy new trim level added to the lineup, the 2014 model year emphasizes its desirable qualities while changing the aspects of the 2013 model that consumers didn’t like. While the exterior hasn’t seen much change, the interior…

2020 Lincoln Corsair Scores IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK

2020 Lincoln Corsair earned the IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK Photo: Lincoln Motor Company The all-new 2020 Lincoln Corsair is the latest vehicle from the Lincoln Motor Company to earn top safety marks from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The Corsair was named a 2019 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK thanks in no small part to…

Farewell, Old Friend: Toyota Killing Off Scion tC

Earlier this month, Toyota announced it would be discontinuing its youth-focused Scion division, and either cutting models from the lineup altogether or transitioning them to Toyota. Three of Scion’s four existing models will make the move to Toyota, but the Scion tC coupe won’t be as lucky. The tC will become extinct once the Scion…

Mazda Is Once Again the US News Best Car Brand

U.S. News & World Report has announced its 2019 Best Vehicle Brand Awards, and unsurprisingly, it has announced that Mazda is the Best Car Brand. Mazda won that award last year. And the year before that. And the year before that. In particular, the U.S. News editors appreciated the Mazda passenger car lineup for its…

Mazda6 Awarded The Car Book's ‘Best Bets’ Title

You would think that, eventually, Mazda would get sick of all the awards its vehicles win. Of course, it isn’t, as it has now proudly announced that the Mazda6—the brand’s four-door full-size sedan—has won the distinction of The Car Book’s ‘Best Bets.’ The Car Book is an annually-published car buying guide created by the Center…

2014 Subaru Outback Overview

2014 Subaru Outback For the 2014 model year, the Subaru Outback receives some minor changes to the standard equipment in various trim levels. Also, the 3.6R trim level has been discontinued. 2014 Subaru Outback Exterior The Subaru Outback is known as the perfect car for those looking to go off the beaten trail—something that its…

2013 Honda Fit Overview

There are no new changes for the 2013 Honda Fit, with the exception of an all-new all-electric version, which is discussed in a separate overview. |2013 Honda Fit Specifications| 2013 Honda Fit Exterior Honda brings a whole lot of spunk to the subcompact class with the 2013 Honda Fit. This hatchback has a whole lot…

2013 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid Overview

2013 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid 2013 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid Exterior The Cadillac Escalade has one of the most recognizable looks in the car industry and the 2013 Escalade Hybrid is no exception. With distinctive design elements, such as the typical Escalade grille and chrome accents, it’s not easy to tell the difference between the traditionally powered…