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2018 Jeep Wrangler: Time for Open-Air Adventures
“It’s a Jeep thing,” those fun-loving Jeep folk say. While others might not understand, Jeep owners love the attitude that comes with owning these sport utility vehicles: It’s not just a vehicle, it’s an entire culture. Boasting more than 75 … Continue reading
2019 Cadillac XT4: Focused for Millennial Luxury Buyers
There are a few key words you need to memorize if you are in the business of making automobiles today: Crossover, Millennials, Technology. With the introduction of its 2019 XT4 crossover, Cadillac has zeroed in on all three. New York … Continue reading
2018 GMC Terrain: Choose Your Own Terrain
GMC said “choose your own terrain,” so my daughter Brooke and I did. Most car evaluation programs dictate a driving route, with pre-determined stops to switch from driving to navigating, with other professional auto writers. We drive and then have … Continue reading
Buying a Car? Bottom Line, Check Your Bottom
A friend is deciding whether she will buy a new car or pour money into her older model. She’s very unhappy with her current front driver seat and that, along with her current car’s $1,700 repair estimate, is compelling her … Continue reading
The Family Car: Home Away from Home
A recent survey reveals that nearly two out of three parents report that traffic is the most stressful part of the American family road trip. The Harris Poll, conducted on behalf of Chevrolet, found that the perennial “Are we there … Continue reading
Active Millennials: Loving the RV Life
Slick interior styling and an overall compact design are two major reasons Minnesota millennials Shea and Erin Laughlin chose the 19.7-foot Hymer Aktiv 1.0 for their home on the road. Shea and Erin Laughlin stumbled onto the innovative Hymer Aktiv … Continue reading
The Brilliant Clarity of Honda’s Plug-in Hybrid
I had a chance to get behind the wheel of Honda’s new Clarity plug-in hybrid. It seats five comfortably, has steering wheel paddle shifters and leather-wrapped wheel, head-turning good looks. The fuel economy impressed me as I clocked an excellent … Continue reading