2018 Dodge Challenger Scat Pack The retro style Dodge Challenger was re-introduced in 2008 as Dodge’s entry into the muscle car market. While it has had a few minor refreshes since they have not messed with the 70”s styling that made the Challenger an instant success. Most of what has improved on the Challenger are the things that make it … Read More
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, the Metal Billy Goat
2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited The General Purpose (GP) vehicle born of World War Two has evolved and matured over the seven decades since the shooting stopped to become the Jeep Wrangler, one of the most popular adventure vehicles on the road, or off. Whiles today’s Wrangler is a far cry from the drab green origin it still possesses the heart … Read More
Mustang GT, American Muscle
2018 Ford Mustang GT Arguably the most iconic car of modern automotive history the 2018 Mustang continues to push the edge of technology and performance. For those interested in high performance the best thing that happened to spur on the advancement of the Mustang has been the Camaro. The 2 muscle cars compete for the affections of enthusiasts by continually … Read More
Dodge Durango RT, be the Bad Momma
2018 Dodge Durango R/T Few SUV’s offer the fun of driving that you find in the Durango R/T while still providing the utility that we need in an SUV. After the first ride in the new Durango my wife was ready to upgrade her family hauler. Our test car for the week long, 400 mile road test was the Durango … Read More
Nissan Frontier, an Adventure Vehicle
The Nissan Frontier is an established and proven platform that is basically unchanged in the last dozen years. To some that may not be a good thing, but for those looking for a dependable and off road capable small pickup it adds confidence The Frontier is available as basic work truck platform with the S model that comes with an … Read More
Miata MX 5, an Enthusiast Car!
2018 Mazda Miata MX 5 If I had my choice of a new Corvette or the Miata MX 5 I would be hard pressed to decide but lean to the Miata. It is just so much fun to drive! The Miata is unchanged since it’s update a couple of years ago, and for driving enthusiasts that is a good thing. … Read More
2018 KIA Niro PHEV, a Welcome Surprise
2018 Kia Niro Plug In Hybrid The new Kia Niro PHEV EX Premium was more than I expected! It offered a better ride, better handling and better fuel economy than my mental image of a KIA. By the end if my week long test drive the KIA Niro was firmly on my list of cars I would like to add … Read More
Mitsubishi Outlander 3 Row Mid-size CUV
2018 Mitsubishi Outlander GT Mitsubishi is trying to make a comeback in North America after years of languid sales and diminishing dealer network. The Outlander GT is a less than stunning effort to reclaim market share. As one of the few Mid-size SUV models to offer 3 rows of seats as standard equipment it does have a bit of appeal. … Read More
Lexus ES 300h Mid-size Luxury
Few car makers live up to their image as consistently as Lexus and they continue to maintain their high standard with the 2018 ES 300h. Unchanged from last year the ES 300h remains one of the quietest, smoothest riding and most comfortable mid-size sedans on the market. Our ES 300h test car was the Hybrid, as designated by the h … Read More
2018 Toyota C-HR, Safe and Dependable at the Right Price
2018 Toyota C-HR Toyota’s new entry into the sub-compact CUV market, the C-HR, is aimed at the price conscious young tech savvy segment. Those wanting all the latest in safety technology can find it on the C-HR without having to buy luxury packages that add to the bottom line and drive payments beyond the reach of beginning families or fixed … Read More