Leigh Fields

Shopping for an RV is pretty different from shopping for a car. Looking for the ideal RV or motorhome that best suits your needs requires additional planning, budgeting, and maintenance. The annoying thing is that some RV brands make doing this unnecessarily hard.  Why shopping can be difficult for first-time RV buyers  RV living has surged in popularity, …

The Honda Pilot and Honda Ridgeline are curiously similar. So much so that buyers often get stuck between the two. Both the Pilot and the Ridgeline are versatile enough to be family cars and offer convenient storage space. But which one best suits your needs? Driving the 2020 Honda Pilot vs. 2020 Honda Ridgeline  The Pilot and the Ridgeline …

It’s pretty easy to overlook the  Ford Edge. There are plenty of faster and bigger options to consider in the midsize SUV class. Furthermore, the Edge is outshined by its own siblings, including the Escape and the Explorer. But as you shop around, you’ll see that the Edge is the black sheep of the family, in a good …

The Nissan Rogue is by far Nissan’s best-selling vehicle, but the Murano gets some love too. You may find yourself stuck between the Rogue and the Murano because of the comforts they provide. But when it comes to driving dynamics, the better choice for you is clear-cut.  What you should know about the driving 2020 Nissan Rogue Nissan’s Rogue …

If you’re interested in a Nissan that skirts the lines of luxury, you’ll probably lean toward the Maxima or the Murano. Both the Maxima and the Murano are smooth cruisers that offer lots of charms. But how would you decide between the two? Driving the 2020 Nissan Murano  Nissan’s Murano has fierce competition thanks to newcomers like the Kia Telluride and consistent …

As you shop for a new or used SUV, you’ll see that the Chevrolet Traverse is one of the most popular options out there. One of the best-rated versions of the Chevy Traverse is the 2018 model. According to some owners, the 2018 Traverse pleases in almost every way except one. Performance is a highlight for the 2018 Chevy …

Many drivers choose the Honda Pilot for the promise of comfort and convenience. You may even want to consider the Pilot’s fancy cousin, the Acura MDX. Both of these midsize SUVs provide comparable experiences, but can the Pilot really be a budget MDX? Driving the 2020 Honda Pilot vs. the 2020 Acura MDX  Neither the Pilot nor the MDX …

The Mazda CX-5  does just about everything well. It’s one of the few mainstream SUVs that can hold its own against actual luxury models. But as accomplished as the CX-5 is, it could be completely different in the near future. Mazda has magnificent plans for the next generation of the CX-5 The CX-5 is due for a redesign. There …

The latest Ford SUVs shine for their sharp driving dynamics and  user-friendly in-car technology. And for a plusher Ford experience, buyers gravitate toward its luxury brand, Lincoln.  While Ford and Lincoln SUVs offer much promise, their problematic tendencies still hold them back.  What went wrong with Ford SUVs in 2020? Buying a new car after …

GMC is among many American buyers’ first choices for a family car. GMC’s Acadia is one of the most popular options, and so is the Sierra 1500. How would you go about picking between a midsize SUV like the Acadia and a full-size pickup like the Sierra? Driving the 2020 GMC Acadia  The 2020 Acadia competes in the same class …

Hyundai and Kia moved too slowly to make the right safety calls, and it will cost them a lot. The two car brands have been ordered to pay up to $210 million after taking too long to recall over 1 million vehicles with engines that could fail. Why the delay?  Where did Hyundai and Kia go wrong? Hyundai …

You could say that the Compass is the black sheep of the Jeep family. The Compass has been one of the worst-rated SUVs for the last couple of years. And for 2021, it doesn’t look like the Compass will break this streak.  The 2021 Jeep Compass features the same sluggish powertrain  Most of the flack the Compass gets stems …

The 2019 Hyundai Sonata stands out in the midsize sedan class primarily for its style and smoothness. Most critics have had plenty of nice things to say about the 2019 Sonata but have noted a few flaws. Could this Hyundai be the right one for you? Does the Hyundai Sonata have a V6 engine? The 2019 Sonata offers five …

You may be tempted to buy a 2020 Dodge Journey simply because it’s so cheap. But there are plenty of reasons to avoid this SUV and shop elsewhere. It may not be a direct rival, but you’ll see that the 2020 Honda CR-V is a better alternative.  The Honda CR-V provides a more satisfying experience than the Dodge Journey  …

As a new model, critics recognized the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek for its overall comfort and available technology. You could say that the positive reviews for the 2019 Crosstrek contributed to it being one of the best-selling SUVs of the model year. Could this Subaru be right for you? Driving dynamics  The 2019 Crosstrek comes with a 152-hp, 2.0-liter four-cylinder …

The Kia Telluride outshines many of its competitors as it boasts both luxury and value. Many will find happiness inside the Telluride’s base trim. On the opposite end of the spectrum is the lavish SX model. But you may feel that the Telluride S provides everything you need and more.  The 2021 Telluride LX gives you a lot for …

The Honda Passport and the Toyota 4Runner are among the most rugged options you have in the midsize SUV class. Some critics have recognized the Passport as a well-rounded performer. The 4Runner, not so much. But as you do your research, you’ll see that the 4Runner outshines the Passport in a crucial way. How the 2021 Toyota 4Runner performs  …

Sometimes deciding between a mainstream model and a luxury one is tough, especially if you have extra money to spend. If you’re a Honda fan, you may fancy the CR-V but its luxury counterpart, the Acura RDX, is within reach too. Is it fair to say that the CR-V is a budget version of the RDX? Driving the Honda CR-V …

Given what we know about the latest trends, more families are spending the holiday season in RVs this year. Conventional RVs, motorhomes, and versatile campers have risen in popularity as travelers look for a safer way to adventure. If you have been curious about how to create a traditional holiday meal in your RV, you’ve come to the right …

Hyundai has a lot going for it right now. It was recently named one of the most reliable carmakers and as the ‘Best SUV Brand’ by U.S. News. This Korean brand gives you a lot to choose from, but what are the safest Hyundai SUVs? 2020 Hyundai Kona  Overall, Hyundai’s SUVs earned great crash test safety ratings …