2018 Toyota RAV4 Overview

The 2018 Toyota RAV4 has a lot to live up to, as its predecessor is the best-selling model in the most competitive and saturated segment in the modern automotive market. For 2018, it continues to impress with its great road-going characteristics, ample amounts of passenger and cargo space, can-do style and bulletproof safety and reliability….

2014 Corolla NHTSA Rating Redeems Toyota’s Sedan

Earlier this year, the 2014 Toyota Corolla fell just a bit short from earning the Top Safety Pick+ from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Instead, the Corolla earned the still admirable distinction of Top Safety Pick (which, until this year, was the highest distinction a car could earn anyway). It was the car’s…

NHTSA Awards 2015 Toyota Corolla Five-Star Safety Rating

NHTSA Awards 2015 Toyota Corolla Five-Star Safety Rating The Toyota Corolla, one of the world’s best-selling cars, was redesigned for the 2014 model year to much acclaim, and the 2015 model follows hot on its footsteps. It offers new, more modern styling; increased rear-seat room; and improved fuel economy; plus a plethora of other features…

Honda Odyssey Named Best Minivan by Consumer Reports

The 2015 Honda Odyssey Consumer Reports has released its Top 10 Picks of 2015, choosing the best of the best in several segments, ranging from compacts to SUVs (no trucks, though). Based on the criteria of performance, reliability, and safety, the consumer advocacy publication chose the Honda Odyssey as its pick for Best Minivan. Calling…

Six 2020 Honda Models Earn IIHS Top Safety Ratings

Photo: Honda The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has granted five Honda models its Top Safety Pick rating and one its Top Safety Pick+ rating, showing that 2019 safety ratings are a good indicator of what to expect for 2020 models. The five models to earn the TSP designation were the 2020 Honda Accord, CR-V,…

2013 Cadillac CTS Sedan Overview

2013 Cadillac CTS Sedan Overview ©General Motors For 2013, we say goodbye to the Cadillac CTS base trim and the choice of a manual transmission. As Cadillac steps up their game, some features that were previously optional are now standard. 2013 Cadillac CTS Sedan Exterior ©General Motors ©General Motors ©General Motors ©General Motors The Cadillac…

2015 Ford Focus Overview

The 2015 Ford Focus was named a Top-Safety Pick by the IIHS. The 2015 Ford Focus gets a few styling tweaks on the exterior and interior as well as a new SE Sport Package. 2015 Ford Focus Exterior 2015 Ford Focus The 2015 Ford Focus resembles a smaller Ford Fusion more than ever before, especially…

2018 Honda CR-V Overview

The 2018 Honda CR-V is a family-friendly compact crossover and the best-selling vehicle in Honda’s lineup. And it’s no surprise: with class-leading interior space, good fuel economy and generous standard amenities, including a full suite of active safety tech, the CR-V is a no-brainer purchase for shoppers of all kinds. The 2018 Honda CR-V is…

2013 Hyundai Accent Overview

2013 Hyundai Accent There aren’t very many changes for the 2013 Hyundai Accent with the exception of a few new standard features, allowing the manual-transmission GLS to offer the same standard equipment as the automatic GLS. 2013 Hyundai Accent Exterior Offered in either a sedan or a hatchback body style, the 2013 Accent brings a…

2019 Honda Passport Gets 5-Star Safety Rating

all-new 2019 Honda Passport has earned the maximum five-star overall vehicle score for safety in the National Highway Traffic Administration’s New Car Assessment Program. Honda is marketing the new 2019 Passport as a rugged SUV for outdoor enthusiasts, but even adventurers like to feel safe when they get in a vehicle. The Passport uses Honda’s…

2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV Overview

The 2019 Bolt EV is Chevrolet’s greatest all-electric vehicle so far, with more than 200 miles of range and priced to be available to the mass market. It is widely regarded as one of the top electric vehicles on the market today. Plug-in Cousin: The Chevrolet Volt combines the good parts of electrics and gas cars…

2019 Honda Ridgeline Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick Rating

Photo: Honda The 2019 Honda Ridgeline has earned a Top Safety Pick rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety when equipped with specific headlights and an optional front crash prevention system. Most people already feel safer at the helm of a pickup truck, but it’s nice to have some hard numbers to back up…

2018 Hyundai Elantra Overview

Hyundai’s most popular and recognizable model returns for 2018, sporting its recently-redesigned appearance and a slew of fun features at a competitive price. If you’re in the mood for a sub-compact, the Elantra won’t steer you wrong. Interested in a Hatchback? Information on the new 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT  [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for…

2017 Cadillac XT5 Earns Top Safety Pick+ Award from IIHS

The XT5 is already Cadillac’s best-selling model and now it’s a Top Safety Pick+ Once upon a time, the SRX crossover was Cadillac’s best-selling vehicle, but it was replaced earlier this spring by the new Cadillac XT5. This latest crossover has already achieved something the SRX hadn’t since 2013. Thanks to a redesigned body structure,…

2016 Hyundai Elantra Overview

Over the past years, the Hyundai Elantra has quickly become one of the most popular value cars on the market. With its combination of quality and affordability, the Korean model easily stands against its competitors in the compact segment.  While its two-door option isn’t offered anymore, its recognizable four-door configuration remains the same. The 2016 Hyundai…