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2024 GMC Hummer EV
What kind of vehicle is the 2024 GMC Hummer EV? What does it compare to? The 2024 GMC Hummer EV comes in truck or SUV form, and could be considered a lifestyle adventure vehicle such as the Rivian R1T and R1S or an electric work truck such as the Ford F-150 Lightning. Is the 2024 GMC Hummer EV a good truck/SUV? In either form, it’s big....
2023 Nissan Armada gets $1,650 increase, starts at $52,495
The 2023 Nissan Armada full-size SUV costs $52,495 for the base S, which represents a price increase of $1,650 over the 2022 Armada. The mandatory destination fee increases by $100 as well, to $1,795, according to the latest pricing sheet released this week by Nissan. Not much changes for the big SUV except for the addition of Amazon Alexa on all...
2023 Genesis GV70
What kind of vehicle is the 2023 Genesis GV70? What does it compare to? The Genesis brand has earned a well-deserved reputation for combining comfort, sportiness, and features for an excellent value, and the 2023 GV70 might be the most successful version of this formula yet. That said, there are a lot of standouts in the luxury small crossover...
2023 Honda CR-V price increased $550, base LX trim returns
Honda raised prices of the redesigned 2023 Honda CR-V at the end of February, and brought back the base LX trim as a more affordable entry point for the brand's bestseller. The $500 price increase comes with no change in content, and a $50 increase in the destination fee brings the total increase to $550 across the board from when pricing was...
2023 Honda CR-V
What kind of vehicle is the 2023 Honda CR-V? What does it compare to? The 2023 Honda CR-V is a five-seat compact crossover sized and styled like a Volkswagen Tiguan. But with a hybrid option it also compares with the Toyota RAV4, Ford Escape, and Hyundai Tucson. Is the 2023 Honda CR-V a good SUV? Yeah. It hits like soup: Satisfying when y...
2023 Nissan Ariya
What kind of car is the 2023 Nissan Ariya? What does it compare to? The five-seat electric crossover overcomes delays and the arrival of newcomers to distinguish itself from the Volkswagen ID.4, Ford Mustang Mach-E, and Hyundai Ioniq 5 with a warm, inviting interior and a loaded feature set. Is the 2023 Nissan Ariya a good car? The Nissan A...
Ford expands 2021 F-150 recall for faulty windshield wiper
The 2021 Ford F-150 pickup truck is being recalled for windshield wiper arms that could break, obstruct outward vision, and increase the risk of a crash, the NHTSA disclosed on Monday. The wiper arm spline might not have the correct tooth height, which could lead to the arm stripping from the spline and detaching from the truck. Drivers and...
Ford recalls 1.3M Fusion, Lincoln MKZ sedans for brake issue
Ford is recalling the 2013-2018 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ mid-size sedans for front brake hoses that can rupture and cause a brake fluid leak that results in a brake failure, the NHTSA disclosed last week. The widespread recall affects 1,280,726 sedans in the U.S., and another 84,000 units in Canada and Mexico. The recall does not include Fusion...
Chevrolet Tahoe vs. GMC Yukon: Compare SUVs
Full-size SUVs aren’t for everyone, but they have their place. They work best for the family that tows a boat, camper, or trailer and needs a lot of space and carrying capacity. For the average family, though, they’re big and unwieldy, and they drink a lot of gas. The Che...
2024 Mini Countryman
What kind of vehicle is the 2024 Mini Countryman? What does it compare to? This small crossover SUV pairs Mini-familiar styling with willing handling and a slightly bigger interior. Shop it against the BMW X1 and Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class. Is the 2024 Mini Countryman a good SUV? It’s not the most spacious and it’s certainly not the ...
2024 Mini Cooper
What kind of vehicle is the 2024 Mini Cooper? What does it compare to? The 2024 Mini Cooper badge adorns a broad lineup of retro-style cars that nearly defy comparison. Perhaps consider the Kia Soul and BMW X1, if you’re not dead set on a Mini. Is the 2024 Mini Cooper a good car? For what it is, the Mini Cooper remains a right good time...
2024 Kia EV9, 2023 Lexus RZ headline this week's new car news
March Madness has arrived with the debut of a new three-row electric crossover SUV and drive time in the first electric crossover from Lexus. The 2024 model year cars keep trickling into dealerships, and a couple large safety recalls of newer cars also crossed our desk this week. The IIHS punctuated the week in safety with a new crash test that...
Test drive: 2023 Nissan Pathfinder tackles winter with the family
The Pathfinder rolled into 2023 on a high note after Nissan refreshed the model and shifted gears for 2022. But the three-row family competition’s already fighting back with the Toyota Highlander undergoing a refresh along with the Hyundai Palisade and Kia Telluride receiving updates as well. The Pathfinder’s TCC Rating of 6.7...
2023 Ram 1500
What kind of vehicle is the 2023 Ram 1500? What does it compare to? The Ram 1500 is a full-size pickup. Compare it to the Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and GMC Sierra 1500. Is the 2023 Ram 1500 a good truck? It’s an excellent choice among big pickups. A terrific ride, flexible powertrains, and lots of options make the Ram 15...
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA, GLB refreshed with mild-hybrid tech
Mercedes' entry-level small crossovers have been refreshed with new ends, more standard technology, and turbo-4 engines supplemented with a mild-hybrid system for a bit of boost and greater efficiency. In short, these shorties catch up to the rest of the brand's offerings in infotainment and mild-hy...