News By Topic: 2021 New Vehicle Reviews

2021 Mazda6 Signature review by Mark Fulmer

Nov 25, 2021

The 2021 Mazda6 continues to strengthen its strong points: a smooth classic look and a driving experience that produces grins and nods. The clean, uncluttered exterior styling has a fluidic quality that is a study in subtlety. ... Continue reading

2021 Lexus IS 350 F Sport - Review by Bruce Hotchkiss +VIDEO

Nov 24, 2021

As befitting a Lexus there is no scrimping on the luxury quotient ... Continue reading

2021 Kia Sorento X-Line AWD - Review by Rex Roy

Nov 24, 2021

The SUV you’re reading about today is an excellent example of a long-term company vision realized. Kia – once a backmarker – is now a leader. ... Continue reading

2021 Toyota Venza Limited - Review by Bruce Hotchkiss +VIDEO

Nov 23, 2021

Toyota walks a fine line between Lexus and Toyota vehicles. Lexus is the premium line yet some Toyota models come awfully close to impinging on Lexus territory. Case in point being the 2021 Venza Limited. Change the emblems and it could be a Lexus. ... Continue reading

2021 Lexus RC-F 2-Dr Coupe Review by David Colman +VIDEO

Nov 23, 2021

Call it the velvet hammer. This ruthlessly efficient tool has been fine tuned to devour challenging roads at warp speed. ... Continue reading

2021 Hyundai Sonata N Line Review by Mark Fulmer

Nov 22, 2021

To make a solid sedan into a sporty sedan the process begins with the engine. Remove the 1.6-liter powerplant and put in a 2.5-liter inline-4 turbocharged gas engine. And voila, you now have gained 100 horsepower and 116 lb-ft in torque. Then put that power into an N-tuned 8-speed wet dual clutch transmission. And don' ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrap-up: November 21, 2021;

Nov 21, 2021

Below are the past week's important, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories presented as expertly crafted easy-to-digest news nuggets. ... Continue reading

2021 Cadillac CT5 Review By Larry Nutson

Nov 20, 2021

2021 Cadillac CT5 Delivers your wants and needs I had my first drive in Cadillac’s new CT5 sedan last year, notwithstanding Covid-19. I recently found myself again behind the wheel of this premium/luxury midsize sedan. ... Continue reading

2021 Mazda CX-30 2.5 Turbo Premium Package AWD - Review By David Colman +VIDEO

Nov 20, 2021

Just a skosh away from being great ... Continue reading

2021 Mazda3 Turbo AWD - Review by Mark Fulmer

Nov 19, 2021

The '21 Mazda3 has graduated to the next level in performance. The 2.5-liter Skyactiv-G engine, a high-compression, all-aluminum turbo-four cylinder engine produces 250 horsepower and 320 pound-feet of torque. ... Continue reading

2021 Honda Odyssey - Review by Larry Nutson

Nov 19, 2021

You might ask: With the popularity of utility vehicles (UV) who is buying a minivan? Well! Families with children under age 12 make up a big portion of minivan buyers. ... Continue reading

2021 Lexus LS 500h - Review by Mark Fulmer +VIDEO

Nov 18, 2021

This years LS continues to please with its stylish exterior, and classy upscale interior, and the comfort and quiet of its hybrid system. With many trims to choose from, the buyers can pick colors and materials that please them. ... Continue reading

2021 Honda Odyssey Elite Review by David Colman +VIDEO

Nov 18, 2021

The beefy better solution to an SUV. ... Continue reading

2021 Hyundai Elantra Limited - Review by David Colman +VIDEO

Nov 17, 2021

At 7, I stopped counting the number of different materials that went into constructing the dashboard and door panels of the new Elantra. Talk about attention to detail. ... Continue reading

2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Review +VIDEO By Larry Nutson

Nov 16, 2021

Jeep has not been a player for quite some time in offering a 3-row utility vehicle. Yes, this is somewhat curious considering that 70-percent of sales in the midsize utility vehicle segment are 3-row models. ... Continue reading