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The 2020 Mazda CX-5 Needs To Work on These 3 Flaws

There’s a lot to recommend about the Mazda CX-5. It’s arguably the Japanese automaker’s best SUV/crossover, and can more than stand up to segment sales leaders like the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V. And for the 2020 model year, Mazda improved every CX-5 trim level, from the Sport to the Signature. But after driving the …
a designated Subaru Forester re-foresting vehicle with special forestry badging in the woods

The Subaru Forester Project Plants Trees in the Wake of Tragedy

The Subaru ‘Love Promise’ is a common theme in Subaru marketing. We’ve seen dogs, babies, and dads tug auto our heartstrings while Subaru reminds that love is ‘what makes a Subaru a Subaru.’ This new project is especially stirring. Following the devastation of the recent wildfires in California, Subaru enacted the Subaru Forester re-foresting project. …
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New Kia Sonet SUV Has World Premiere

Kia has been on a bit of a winning streak lately. The company recently won the World Car of the Year with the Kia Telluride, the World Urban Car of the Year with the Kia Soul EV, and the company was also ranked the number one mass-market brand in the JD Power Initial Quality Study. …
2021 Trailblazer parked on city street

The Fastest Selling New Vehicle Right Now Is a Crossover SUV From Chevrolet

Although the global pandemic slowed auto sales worldwide, sales of pickup trucks have done better than others. However, data from a new survey says that it is actually a small crossover SUV from Chevrolet that is the best seller right now. Surprisingly, eleven of the top twelve are crossovers or SUVs, and none are pickup …
A red 2021 Mercedes E-Class Cabriolet in front of a green-covered rocky hill with its top down

Mercedes Is Cutting Cars to Make More SUVs and Crossovers

Sedans and coupes are being increasingly squeezed out of the market by SUVs and crossovers, not to mention trucks. Quite a few brands, including Ford and Chevrolet, have all but eliminated their passenger car lineups because of this. Mercedes is already planning to phase out a few of its AMG and large-engine sedans. But recent …
A white Mitsubishi Outlander on display at an auto show

Recall Alert: Mitsubishi Recalls 177,000 Vehicles

As many as 177,000 Mitsubishi vehicles are involved in a recall. The announcement of the recall comes from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Office of Defects Investigations Enforcement. This recall affects up to five years of select models.  The vehicles in the recall There are two models involved in the recall. Both of them are crossover vehicles. …

The 2021 Toyota Corolla Cross Is What the C-HR Should Have Been

Aside from the Toyota GR Yaris, it’s not too often that we anxiously anticipate the availability of a Toyota model to come to the U.S. market, until now. The 2021 Toyota Corolla Cross was just unveiled and it’s made specifically for the Thailand market, however, multiple sources think that it could be eventually headed to …
a silver top trim HR-V driving fast on a scene road by the shore

Honda HR-V’s Most Misleading Trim Level

The Honda HR-V compact crossover SUV is like a smaller version of the CR-V. Like the Honda CR-V, the HR-V is designed to be a practical point A to point B mover of people and stuff. And in general it does its job. Like many others in the Honda lineup, the HR-V crossover SUV comes …

Is the Ford Flex a Good Alternative to a Minivan?

The Ford Flex made its debut over a decade ago and proved to be a unique solution for anyone looking to get into a bigger vehicle without having to step up to a large SUV. It’s tech-savvy interior and versatile three-row layout made it a great candidate for anyone needing more room and not wanting …
a bright green Hyundai Kona crossover SUV rests in a heavily treed parking lot

Best 2020 Crossover SUV

Besides the pickup truck, the crossover SUV is the most popular vehicle choice in America. They offer state-of-the-art safety and technology plus a more spacious cabin for passengers and cargo. Also, many of them come available with AWD. It’s no wonder families keep choosing the crossover for modern team toting. But there are countless options …
A green 2021 Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 parked overlooking a mountain-ringed beach

The Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 Is Faster Than a Corvette

There’s no shortage of fast SUVs and crossovers, especially from Mercedes. In fact, the German automaker’s AMG crossovers have been so successful, they’re pushing out some of the sedans. And even if they’re not electric, the larger crossovers are quicker than many expect. The 2021 Mercedes-AMG GLS 63, for example, is a 7-seat crossover that …
Gray 2020 BMW X3 M Competition crossover parked on a racetrack.

BMW Put Its Most Powerful 6-Cylinder in a Crossover

Though some of its cars aren’t worth the price of entry, BMW definitely knows how to make great engines. Some of the highest-output ones end up in the German automaker’s M vehicles. And not just in passenger cars, like the M5. The company’s SUVs and crossovers also have M variants, with the performance to back …
a blue Nissan Kicks navigating city streets

The 2020 Nissan Kicks Is a Way Better SUV Than You Thought

The 2020 Nissan Kicks isn’t exactly out there winning the World Car of the Year award. But it is a way better SUV than you thought. MotorTrend calls the Nissan Kicks “downright pleasant to drive.” This compact Nissan SUV is a prime example of how much more value can be had for an extremely affordable …
Electric green Hyundai Kona

This or That: The Mazda CX-30 vs. the Hyundai Kona

As you’re shopping around for the best subcompact crossovers to buy in 2020, you’ll see consistently see that the Mazda CX-30  is among the top of its class. You’re also likely to see the Hyundai Kona at one of the best crossover SUVs too. Choosing between the CX-30 and the Kona can get pretty tough …
Red 2019 Honda Pilot

Looking for a New SUV? Go First Class With the Honda Pilot

Honda builds some outstanding cars, creating icons, including the Civic, Accord, and CRV. So what about the Pilot? How does this mid-size SUV from Honda compare? Will it tow your boat? Is that a good driver for every day? If you are contemplating a new SUV for your household, here’s what you should know when …
2019 Toyota RAV4 driving in the country

Is the Kia Sportage Better Than the Toyota RAV4?

It’s pretty easy to see why small SUVs are so popular. They offer more visibility than traditional sedans and are easier to maneuver than their larger counterparts. One of the most popular small SUVs is the Toyota RAV4, which has been a longtime consumer favorite. Another attractive option in this market is the Kia Sportage. …