Wendy Johnson

You might have an RV or camper of your own, and you’re toying with the idea of adding solar panels to it. The question that might be running through your mind, right now, is whether installing them on your camper trailer would really be worth it in your situation.  Solar panels will save money in …

There appears to be a new kid in town, so to speak, in the electric vehicle market. GM added a sibling to the Chevrolet Bolt EV, and it’s larger and sturdier than the car.  The Bolt EUV is coming soon and it just might garner lots of attention from electric vehicle enthusiasts looking for a …

It used to be that you could get a vehicle with 300 horsepower, but only on some of the world’s most exotic and expensive sports cars. Nowadays, you can find some hefty power under the hood of pretty average vehicles, like the Chevy Impala and muscle cars like the Dodge Challenger.  To help you find some of the …

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is a compact sedan that’s known for being BMW’s entry-level vehicle. Its classic styling has just a touch of sportiness in the body to appeal to those looking for a modern take on an older concept.  The Coupe, however, shares some features with the BMW X1 SUV, which makes …

Every automotive brand has its vehicles put to the test with NHTSA and IIHS. Some companies will get exceptional ratings for a car or an SUV, but how many can say their whole lineup of vehicles received a safety award? Subaru, at this time, is the only company that can say that.  The automaker received …

When it comes to small compact SUVs, there are plenty crowding the market. To be a leader in sales, these vehicles need to stand out from the crowd. Chevy has done that with the 2021 model of the Chevy Trailblazer.  The automaker has come up with the one feature that will set the Trailblazer apart from the rest …

The Chevy Corvette has been one of the most popular sports cars for several years. We’ve seen it go through many changes as time went by, so is it any wonder that the Corvette Stingray won an award? Well, actually more than one award. But there’s one that’s impressing sports car enthusiasts as well as tough critics.  For the 2020 …

The 2021 GMC Sierra doesn't feature a ton of upgrades. However, the upgrades that GMC did make are proving to be quite useful.

Small SUV sales have seen some sales declines over this last year – some more than others. The Mazda CX-5 falls in the midrange with its total sales in 2020, which is behind some of its rivals, like the Toyota RAV4, that have higher sales figures.  The question is, does it really matter in the …

If you’re in the market for a vehicle that will help you haul around seven people easily, but don’t want to buy a large passenger van, the Chrysler Pacifica should be one to pay attention to.  U.S. News came up with a list of vehicles, ranging from sport utility vehicles to minivans, that can hold at …

The Toyota automotive company has been making vehicles for a long time. Over the years, it’s built up quite a reputation for reliable cars, SUVs, and trucks. The Toyota Camry Hybrid, one of its impressive sedans, seems to be a favorite for some consumers as well as reviewers.  U.S. News put together a list of …

Volvo consistently makes good vehicles every year. Some of them, like the Volvo XC40, have made us huge fans of its vehicles, especially its sport utility vehicles. When Volvo enthusiasts upgrade to a newer model, they look forward to experiencing the same smooth, quiet ride that keeps them coming back.  This time, however, the new …

2021 will have plenty of offerings for newer vehicles, some with complete new redesigns. The Toyota Sienna is one that caught a lot of people’s attention with the promise of a couple of new interesting features promised for the minivan.  However, something changed, and now it looks like the hybrid van won’t be getting some …

If you take a peek into the luxury small car class, you’ll see some pretty average vehicles. But there’s one sitting among its class members that few people even know exists. The Genesis G70 has the makings of becoming a rising star in its class, but it’s not quite there yet.  What do we really …

Toyota makes a lot of environmentally friendly cars. However one of the company's greenest cars is rarely advertised.

How often have we heard reviewers or drivers complain of the seats in their compact SUVs? They’re usually too hard or don’t have enough support. With the Chevy Equinox, you won’t hear those complaints from too many people.  The GM Authority blog shares the results from J.D. Power’s annual survey that showcases the vehicles that have the highest …

With all the subcompact SUVs available, one of the most interesting ones has to be the Jeep Renegade. It satisfies with style and handles rough terrain all at the same time. It even got a Top Safety Pick award.  Kelley Blue Book offers their take on what the Renegade offers, and they share their thoughts …

The compact SUV market is full of great offerings, like the GMC Terrain and the Jeep Cherokee. These two sport utility vehicles are similar in so many ways that it’s difficult to figure out which one matches your needs.  U.S. News compared the two SUVs to show where they’re alike and where they differ. Let’s …

The 2021 Mazda6 has a lot going for it. Despite being safe and fun to drive the Mazda6 is lacking a key option that most other rivals have.

If you’re in the market looking for a midsize SUV with third-row seating, you’ve probably noticed a decent amount of choices out there. Some of them, like the Volkswagen Atlas and the Kia Telluride, offer exceptional features for an affordable price.  But which one should you choose? Which one offers the better bang for the …