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KIA EV6 NAMED FINALIST FOR 2023 NORTH AMERICAN UTILITY VEHICLE OF THE YEAR AWARD

KIA EV6 NAMED FINALIST FOR 2023 NORTH AMERICAN UTILITY VEHICLE OF THE YEAR AWARD

Marking the Kia brand’s global shift to sustainable mobility, the Kia EV6 has been named one of three finalists for the 2023 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year (NACTOY) Awards™.1 Announced at the Los Angeles Auto Show, this news comes just three years after the brand’s popular Telluride SUV earned the sam ... Continue reading

2022 Lexus ES 300h F Sport – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2022 Lexus ES 300h F Sport – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

Ever since Lexus introduced their first model in North America in 1989 (the market-changing LS 400 sedan), competing luxury vehicle manufacturers have been trying to copy the key to the Japanese brand's success. But like a US Postal Service "Do Not Duplicate" key, Lexus's secret recipe defies copying. ... Continue reading

2022 Volkswagen Taos SEL - Review by Bruce Hotchkiss +VIDEO

2022 Volkswagen Taos SEL - Review by Bruce Hotchkiss +VIDEO

In the 1950s to early 1970s common knowledge was that a four-cylinder engine just wasn't cut out for highway use. No one could imagine that one day cars, trucks, and SUVs would routinely be powered by "tiny" four-cylinder engines. ... Continue reading

2022 Toyota GR Supra 3.0 Premium – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2022 Toyota GR Supra 3.0 Premium – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

Without question, the biggest buck you can bag in the ultra high performance sector is the GR (Gazoo Racing) Supra. ... Continue reading

2022 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0T SE – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2022 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0T SE – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

There seems to be a general disagreement in the motoring press about VW's latest version of the Tiguan SUV. Car & Driver rates it an enthusiastic third best in the small SUV class, behind only the Mazda CX-50 and CX-5. Which is it? ... Continue reading

2022 Honda Civic Si 4DR HPT – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2022 Honda Civic Si 4DR HPT – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

In spite of its vibrant Blazing Orange paint, this version of the Honda Civic looks like a normal sedan. Which it is not. ... Continue reading

2022 Lexus LX 600 F Sport - Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2022 Lexus LX 600 F Sport - Review by David Colman +VIDEO

More than you have any right to expect from an SUV ... Continue reading

2022 Kia EV6 Wind RWD - Review by Bruce Hotchkiss +VIDEO

2022 Kia EV6 Wind RWD - Review by Bruce Hotchkiss +VIDEO

I am turning into an Electric Vehicle (EV) fan. I've driven a few and for the most part, I like them. ... Continue reading

2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 AWD Limited - Review by Mark Fulmer

2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 AWD Limited - Review by Mark Fulmer

Driving downtown in California's capitol city in the new Ioniq 5 with young women passengers, they were all a-twitter at the wide-eyed gawking stares from strolling pedestrians who would stop and point. When I told them that it was about the car they were both relieved and irritated, but agreed that the side body fold ... Continue reading

Toyota Crown Wins Green Car Journal's Prestigious 2023 Green Car of the Year®, Additional Green Car Awards™ Winners Revealed

Toyota Crown Wins Green Car Journal's Prestigious 2023 Green Car of the Year®, Additional Green Car Awards™ Winners Revealed

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 8, 2022 -- Toyota's all-new Crown sedan has been named Green Car Journal's 2023 Green Car of the Year®, earning the most coveted environmental award in the automotive field. ... Continue reading

2022 Volvo XC90 Recharge T8 Inscription - Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2022 Volvo XC90 Recharge T8 Inscription - Review by David Colman +VIDEO

Remember when Volvo was a synonym for safety? Back in the day, you didn't buy one for its boring looks, or its marginal performance. You bought one because it was the first car to offer seat belts and a padded dash. ... Continue reading

2022 Volvo XC60 Recharge - Review by Mark Fulmer

2022 Volvo XC60 Recharge - Review by Mark Fulmer

While this years edition of the XC60 has a variety of trims of all-wheel drive powertrains, at the top of the stack is the Recharge T8 with increased power and range. ... Continue reading

2022 Dodge Durango SRT - Review by Bruce Hotchkiss

2022 Dodge Durango SRT - Review by Bruce Hotchkiss

When you carry a big stick you can walk softly, but also when you carry a big stick all kinds of people driving lesser sticks will challenge you. Just ignore the yahoos. ... Continue reading

2022 Toyota Corolla Hybrid - Review by Mark Fulmer +VIDEO

2022 Toyota Corolla Hybrid - Review by Mark Fulmer +VIDEO

The two year old Corolla Hybrid added a few elements to this years edition. Some SofTex upholstery, drivers seat power adjustments, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel for this popular product from the fertile and eco friendly minds at Toyota. ... Continue reading

2022 Lexus ES 300h Hybrid - Review by Mark Fulmer +VIDEO

2022 Lexus ES 300h Hybrid - Review by Mark Fulmer +VIDEO

The 2022 version gets an F Sport treatment that is visual, not mechanical. The result is a fuel-efficient upscale sedan that is a pleasure for driver and passengers alike. ... Continue reading

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