Sep 25, 2019
You'll need a new scorecard to keep track of the Hyundai Santa Fe's starting lineup for 2019. Previously divided into two basic models (5 passenger Sport and 7 passenger Santa Fe), the latest Santa Fe line is divided into two models: the 5 passenger Santa Fe (which replaces the Sport), and the 7 passenger Santa Fe XL ( ... Continue reading
2019 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Review by Larry Nutson - It's E15 Approved
Sep 24, 2019
2019 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid 35 years later By Larry Nutson Executive Producer and Bureau Chief Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel (DSC_4779) The Pacifica plug-in Hybrid has a battery-powered all-electric range of 32 miles. When it arrived for my evaluation drive the battery charge was depleted after its 45 mile trip to ... Continue reading
2019 TOYOTA SEQUOIA 4x4 Review by David Colman - It's E15 Approved
Sep 23, 2019
To give you an idea of just how gargantuan the Toyota Sequoia is, compare it to the Chevy Suburban. Although the Toyota, at 201 inches in length, is shorter than the Chevy by a whopping two feet, it still weighs 80 pounds more than the Suburban. ... Continue reading
NEW CAR REVIEW: 2019 VOLVO XC40 - First Drive by Steve Purdy +VIDEO
Sep 23, 2019
Our introduction to the XC40 involved a circuit around Austin visiting a variety of craftspeople who helped the Volvo folks flesh out the story of its design philosophy. ... Continue reading
2019 Hyundai Kona Ultimate Road Trip; Seattle, Tacoma and The LeMay – America’s Car Museum
Sep 22, 2019
A Road Trip Story from A Shunpiker’s Journal By Steve Purdy Shunpiker Productions September 2019 [Kona Front ¾] The excuse for this trip (as if we ever really need an excuse) is the annual fund-raising event for the LeMay – America’s Car Museum in Tacoma, Washington, one of the finest presentations of automotive ... Continue reading
2019 Toyota Land Cruiser Review by Mark Fulmer - It's E15 Approved
Sep 22, 2019
The 2019 Land Cruiser has proven itself over six or so decades to be one tough cookie off road. At the same time, it has developed into a very refined full size SUV with a treasure chest of bells and whistles. ... Continue reading
2019 Lexus IS 350 4-Dr Sedan Review by David Colman - It's E15 Approved
Sep 21, 2019
If you're looking for a 5 passenger luxury sedan with sporting attributes, you would naturally think of the BMW 3 Series as the benchmark of the segment. Perhaps you wouldn't even consider the Lexus IS 350 as a legitimate contender to that storied BMW. ... Continue reading
2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Ultimate Review by John Heilig - It's E15 Approved
Sep 20, 2019
Overall, the Hyundai Santa Fe has all the practicality and utility required of an SUV, coupled with very good fuel economy and a luxury sedan nearly silent ride. ... Continue reading
Ford Ranger is Back! 2019 Ford Ranger Close-up Look From Steve Purdy +VIDEO
Sep 20, 2019
Ford Ranger is Back! By Steve Purdy The Auto Channel Michigan Bureau We heard the lament often over the years questioning why Ford’s mid-size Ranger pickup was sold in a variety of places around the world but we could not have it here. GM brought back its Colorado and Canyon, and Toyota kept the Tacoma competitive wi ... Continue reading
Hyundai Kona Wins AutoPacific® 2019 IDEAL VEHICLE AWARD
Sep 18, 2019
AutoPacific® named the Hyundai Kona as a winner of the 2019 Ideal Vehicle Award, earning the highest overall vehicle score in the Compact Crossover SUV Segment. ... Continue reading
2019 Volvo V60 AWD Momentum Road Test by Andrew Frankl
Sep 18, 2019
I have to confess to two things. I am a former Volvo S70 owner. A wonderful car which I had in Britain for over 12 years. Took it all over Europe, never missed a beat. So yes, I am biased. The other thing was more of concern. When I read that Volvo had been taken over China’s Geely corporation I thought oh, dear-now ... Continue reading
2019 Lexus RX 350 Review By John Heilig
Sep 17, 2019
I have owned (and enjoyed) driving our family's 2010 RX 450h over the past 9 years and brag that its the best car I have ever owned. Recently I had the opportunity to road test the long wheel base three row versions of both the RX and the RX450hL Hybrid. Both are virtually identical with MPG also about the same 25 MPG ... Continue reading
New Car Review 2019 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Review by Larry Nutson
Sep 17, 2019
The compact SUV segment is very crowded with many formidable entires from all the major brands. There’s something for everyone. Price is all-important and the Eclipse Cross is well positioned with a starting price of $23,595 making it attractive to young adults who are just getting started in their careers. ... Continue reading
2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback XSE Review by David Colman - It's E15 Approved +VIDEO
Sep 15, 2019
For 2019, Toyota has added the Corolla Hatchback to its short list of completely revamped products based on the new TNGA global architecture program. This moves insures that the newest addition to the Corolla family offers the latest advances in platform strength, crash safety and packaging convenience. ... Continue reading
Auto Channel Exclusive: 2019 Toyota Land Cruiser 4WD V8 Review by David Colman - It's E15 Approved
Sep 12, 2019
On the road the Land Cruiser is a bastion of comfort, an observation platform without compare. 9.5 stars out or 10. ... Continue reading
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