2016 Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO
Jan 28, 2017
The Three-Row Crossover For People Who Enjoy Driving DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS There are three-row SUVs and crossovers, and there is the Mazda CX-9. Other three-row non-minivan vehicles are fine for hauling people and stuff, but mostly lacking in having an engaging driving experience. ... Continue reading
2017 Kia Cadenza Limited Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO
Jan 19, 2017
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS Entry-luxury Kia? No, that’s not an oxymoron. It’s an accurate description of the Korean manufacturer’s Cadenza sedan, now in its second generation. ... Continue reading
2017 Honda Accord Hybrid Touring Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO
Jan 5, 2017
Honda’s ninth-generation Accord got its first mid-product cycle freshening for 2016, with both gasoline-powered sedan and coupe models receiving tweaks to styling and suspension for a revitalized look and improved driving experience. Interestingly, there was no 2016 Accord Hybrid or Plug-In Hybrid. ... Continue reading
2017 Mitsubishi Mirage GT Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO
Dec 30, 2016
The average transaction price of a new car is over $30,000 today, and there are plenty of vehicles that go for far more than that. Ever wonder what’s at the other end of the price spectrum? And if it’s any good? After all, in the sub-$20,000 range there are plenty of used cars available, competing with the generall ... Continue reading
2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO
Dec 22, 2016
There's no changes to Mazda’s MX-5 Miata roadster for its sophomore year, because none are needed! DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS I was supposed to get a different car this week, but something happened and I ended up with a 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring instead. No complaints from me, even though it’s ... Continue reading
2017 Acura RLX Sport Hybrid SH-AWD Advance Review by Carey Russ
Dec 8, 2016
Innovative technology combined with luxury comfort DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS “Sport” and “hybrid” together, in one car? Believe it. Top-level competition cars in endurance racing and Formula 1 now use sophisticated internal combustion plus electric hybrid systems for efficiency and power. ... Continue reading
2016 Lexus NX 200t F Sport with 2017 Update Review by Carey Russ
Nov 22, 2016
The compact luxury crossover with panache DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS Lexus’s RX owns the midsize luxury crossover SUV class, and pretty much has since its release for 1998. But in recent years, smaller luxury crossovers have gotten increasingly popular. ... Continue reading
2016 Lexus RC-F Coupe with 2017 Updates Review by Carey Russ
Nov 22, 2016
The very definition of luxury grand touring DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS With the exception of the exotic, limited-production LFA, Lexus coupes have heretofore been more about luxury than performance. The first SC 400 was quick enough, with stunning style, but was more a grand tourer — meant for swift long-d ... Continue reading
2016 Mazda Mazda3 S 5-Door Grand Touring Review by Carey Russ
Nov 5, 2016
In any form, Mazda's compact Mazda3 stands out in the compact class DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS If Mazda has not been the first manufacturer to come to most people's minds when they are thinking of a new compact sedan or hatchback, that is changing. And for the better for both drivers and Mazda thanks to the ... Continue reading
2016 Infiniti Q70L 5.6 AWD Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO
Oct 16, 2016
Quick, Composed, and Connected DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS Infiniti, Nissan's premium brand, debuted with the Q45 sedan for model year 1990, with an advertising campaign that was memorable for showing nearly everything except the car. It made an impression with its combination of advanced engineering, unique ... Continue reading
2016 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab 4WD Review by Carey Russ
Oct 7, 2016
It's the go anywhere, do anything comfortable pickup DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS Deja vu all over again? Researching this week’s 2016 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab pickup, I saw that the last time I had driven one was in early 2008. At which time I wrote the following: “Timing is everything. My week with a Nis ... Continue reading
2016 Ford Mustang GT Premium Convertible Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO
Oct 4, 2016
The Best Mustang Convertible EVER DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS Early Fall sunshine and a convertible. What could be better? Especially since the convertible in question is a 5.0 Mustang GT. Being Fall, of course it’s time for a triple-digit heat wave. No problem, the Mustang’s insulated top, with a clear-v ... Continue reading
2016 Ford Mustang GT Premium Convertible Review By Carey Russ
Sep 29, 2016
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS • SEE ALSO: Ford Research and Buyers Guide Early Fall sunshine and a convertible. What could be better? Especially since the convertible in question is a 5.0 Mustang GT. Being Fall, of course it’s time for a triple-digit heat wave. No problem, the Mustang’s insulate ... Continue reading
2016 Nissan Altima 2.5 SV Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO
Sep 20, 2016
Combining good interior space and comfort and fine performance and fuel economy in elegant style DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS Leave well enough alone? Not Nissan, and not with its popular Altima midsize sedan. What started as a largish compact in 1992 received its greatest transformation in 2002 when it jumped ... Continue reading
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