Category: driver-assistance safety features

  • 2019 Nissan Leaf Plus – Drive Review

    With 215 miles of driving range, and maybe even more with some additional effort, the 2019 Nissan Leaf Plus is a near perfect car for getting around any big city. There’s plenty of room and plenty of performance. With EV charging station infrastructure getting better and growing every day, soon long trips with a short…

  • 2019 Range Rover Sport HSE MHEV – First Drive

    With five different trims and as many different engines, the Range Rover Sport has something for everyone. Engine output is from 254hp to 575hp. A mild hybrid as well as a plug-in hybrid are offered. Plus there’s a diesel and a powerful V8. I spent time driving the $74K mild hybrid HSE variant. You can…

  • 2019 Lincoln Nautilus – Drive Review

    Lincoln’s entry in the premium midsize utility segment has a new name and a new look. The Nautilus for 2019 has a choice of two new turbo engines, an 8-speed automatic and a full suite of ADAS safety equipment. Priced to start from just above $40K to abound $57K, there’s a choice of options to…

  • 2019 Ford Ranger – Drive Review

    The Ford Ranger is back for 2019. Another entry in the midsize pickup market to meet the needs of those who don’t really need a full size pickup. The Ranger is offered in one wheelbase and in two body-styles, the extended cab with a 6-foot bed or a crew cab with a 5-foot bed. There’s…

  • 2020 Subaru Outback – First Drive

    The sixth generation Outback has arrived and is all-new for 2020. With new structure, refined suspension, a new 260-HP turbo 2.4-L engine and standard all-wheel drive it’s ready for the highway or a dusty trail. There are seats for five, plenty of cargo room and a roof rack with swing-into-place cross bars. A new Onyx…

  • 2019 Volkswagen Arteon – Drive Review

    The new flagship from Volkswagen, replacing the CC sedan, is the much larger Arteon. With its premium, fastback look, refined face and roomy interior you’ll think you’re driving a more-premium brand car. Priced to start at $35,845 and with 268-horsepower and an eight-speed automatic, you’ll be all set for some boulevard cruising with the family.…

  • 2020 Hyundai Palisade – First Drive

    The all-new 2020 Hyundai Palisade will seat up to eight, has a powerful V6, can tow a bunch, and is surprisingly luxurious for the price. This new flagship midsize SUV from Hyundai has 291-horsepower and is priced beginning at $31,550. With bold exterior styling and a refined and upscale interior the new Palisade is worth…

  • 2020 Kia Telluride – First Drive

    The 2020 Telluride is a completely new 3-row SUV on the market from Kia. The Telluride is offered in LX, S, EX and SX trims with prices starting at $31,690. With seats for seven or eight, power from a 291-horsepower 3.8-L V6, and the choice of front- or all-wheel drive, the new Telluride is well equipped…

  • 2019 Volvo S60 – Drive Report

    The all-new S60 luxury sedan is Volvo’s first “Made in the USA” car, being built at its new plant near Charleston, South Carolina. The S60 is all new for 2019 and is available in three different trims, with three different engines and with front- or all-wheel drive. Prices start at $35,800. The S60 is a…

  • 2019 Ford Edge ST – Drive Review

    The new 2019 Edge ST has a high-output 335-HP V6, a new 8-speed transmission, better handling and braking, ST-tuned sport suspension, Sport Mode, plus standard all-wheel-drive to help deliver all-around performance. The Edge ST also gets its own design front fascia with a wide mesh grille for optimal cooling, deep side skirts, dual-exhaust outlets, and…