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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 …

Kia has seen amazing success with the Telluride since its release. Now, we are noticing that others in the lineup are adopting the more rugged styling presented first by the Kia Telluride SUV. The 2022 Kia Sorento was recently revealed with updated adventurous looks. Additionally, we’ve seen the reveal of the all-new Kia Sedona Carnival. …

There are so many different types of auto awards. Sometimes, it’s hard to keep track. In fact, there are official and unofficial awards. Additionally, we see awards that are given internally from carmakers to their own models, plus external and highly coveted awards like the World Car of the Year award or MotorTrend’s Car of …

Not many people are aware of the latest trend hitting the campervan scene. The minivans driven by suburban housewives and soccer moms are getting a transformation. It turns out that not only are these vans suitable for hauling around the kids and carrying groceries, but they also make an excellent template for a campervan conversion. The Toyota Sienna is a popular …

Minivans are famed family haulers. They have been carting American families around for decades. Not everyone likes their look, but you can’t argue with the phenomenal functionality of this segment. Sometimes, it’s nice to go back a few model years to buy a nice used minivan. For many families that are car-shopping for their next …

Parents who have to choose a vehicle for their teens’ first car are often surprised at the long list of potential options. Even consumers who might have purchased half a dozen cars for themselves throughout their life see buying a car for their child as a completely separate endeavor – and it is. Inexperienced drivers are …

There is a multitude of minivans on the market. Not an overwhelming list like that of the SUV and crossover SUV segments, which never cease in growing popularity. However, there are enough new minivans out there––such as the Honda Odyssey or the Kia Sedona––to make the choice a little complicated. Many minivan shoppers may wonder …

Minivans are easily the most practical, most family-friendly vehicles on the market. But the price of a new minivan isn’t exactly what most families have in mind when they are searching for their next car. There are a lot of second or third hand minivans out there that still have plenty of life left. What …

While SUVs have become more and more popular as family vehicles, nothing quite beats the spaciousness of having a minivan. Once old and outdated, new vans can have just as much luxury as any SUV or sedan, and they are still competitors in the market. To many people, a van might always be your standard …

We’ve got a battle of the minivans today. The Honda Odyssey and Toyota Sienna seem to be the most rockin’ vans for families, but which option is best? Each van has its pros and cons, so let’s see which option is the best for you.  Toyota Sienna VS Honda Odyssey  You can get started in …

Minivans like the Toyota Sienna and the Chrysler Pacifica are great family cars. They are some of the leading choices when it comes to finding a trustworthy family carrier. They boast a reputation for safety and practicality. But prices can get so expensive, and a used 2010 or 2011 minivan becomes a more appealing option …

The 2009 Toyota Sienna minivan was a popular choice in its day, and for good reason. Today, it’s still a good choice for families looking to buy a good used car to avoid financing and being in debt. This reliable minivan is still just as good as you remember. They were all over the road …

The International Institute for Highway Safety rated the 2020 safest minivans according to the results several different tests. Numerous crash tests are performed. Additionally, LATCH system tests are done and headlight ratings given. Despite the Toyota Sienna’s reputation, it didn’t make it into the top 3––or even 4––rated minivans for 2020 IIHS safety. The 2020 …

The Toyota Sienna is a faithful family hauler. It takes the the whole crew on long family road trips in comfort––toting everyone’s stuff in the vast cargo that gives minivans their special edge in the market. An available AWD powertrain made the Sienna special for a long time. Now, the Chrysler Pacifica offers that as …

The Honda Odyessy has been called “the best family vehicle ever made.” But come the 2021 release of the all-new Toyota Sienna and 2021 Chrysler Pacifica, the minivan competition will heat up. Without available AWD or a hybrid option, can the 2021 Honda Odyssey stand up to the competition? In order to really get in …

Lots of parents don’t want to accept the defeat associated with picking a minivan as their next family-friendly vehicle. But on the flip side, kids love them. A minivan’s large size almost makes it feel like a spaceship to young children. My parents got a Toyota Sienna when I was a kid and my siblings …

Back in the 1980s, Chrysler wasn’t doing so hot. Enter the first American minivan. In 1983 the Dodge Caravan and the Plymouth Voyager “transformed mobility for the suburban American family,” according to Business Insider. The minivan quickly became a nationwide family favorite. Even though they’ve taken a luxurious stowable back seat to crossover SUVs as …

The Honda Odyssey is far and beyond one of the most fantastic family vehicles on the road today. But there are additional strong competitors in the segment, as well. Kelley Blue Book has given this family toting machine a long list of awards over the years. In fact, the 2020 Honda Odyessy took the title …

So far in 2020, we know that 2021 minivans are moving in the hybrid direction. There will be two hybrid options for buyers seeking alternatives to a regular gasoline engine. A Toyota minivan and a Chrysler minivan are going to have to battle it out to see which one is the best. But until we …

As far as 2020 minivans go, there is a pretty good group to choose from. Modern minivans offer the finest creature comforts with state of the art technology, entertainment systems, and cool features like vacuums and luxurious reclining seats. There’s no denying that minivans have seriously upped their game in recent models. But which 2020 …