Category: driver-assistance safety features

  • 2017 Toyota Land Cruiser – Drive Report

      The iconic Toyota Land Cruiser works well both on the road and off. With seating for eight and 8100 lbs. of trailer pulling power the 2017 Land Cruiser is great for touring the wide open spaces. Although the Land Cruiser is a little large for everyday big city use and it’s a bit thirsty…

  • 2017 Volvo XC90 – Drive Review

    Volvo’s entry in the luxury SUV segment, the XC90, has received more awards for its excellence than any other SUV this century. The 2017 Volvo XC90 is available in front-wheel or all-wheel drive, has a choice of three powertrains including a hybrid and can carry up to seven. Prices start in the mid-$40K range and…

  • 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid – First Drive

    The world’s first and only hybrid minivan is here from Chrysler. With seamless and automatic power coming from two electric motors and a 3.6-L V6, the 7-passenger 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid may just eliminate stops at the gas station. Or, at least make them very infrequent. Expected to deliver an 84* MPGe rating , the…

  • 2017 Lexus ES 300h – Driving on “E”

    “E” for electric.  That’s where the Lexus ES 300h gets a good part of its motive force. With a system total of 200 HP, the combination of a 2.5-L gasoline engine and a high output electric motor moves this hybrid-powered entry-luxury 5-passenger sedan nicely down the road. 40 mpg is easy to come by and…

  • 2017 Ford Escape – First Drive

    Ford has made some changes on its Escape for 2017. Fresh styling up front and at the rear, two new EcoBoost engines, new driver-assistance safety features, more conveniences for the folks in the front seats and a new FordPass app that let’s you talk to your car remotely are among them. I r0ad-tripped in the…

  • 2017 Honda Accord Touring V6 – Drive Report

    Significantly updated in 2016 and now with a few new tweaks for 2017, the Honda Accord Touring V6 proved to be a very enjoyable midsize 5-passenger 4-door conveyance. It’s roomy with a high-quality interior that provides lots of comfort. The V6 is pretty quick while also providing decent fuel economy. The overall driving experience is…

  • 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack – First Drive

    If you’re heading for an outdoorsy weekend and need a vehicle to haul all your gear, carry your bikes or a kayak, and get you down a dusty trail to your campsite, the 2017 VW Golf Alltrack may be the car for you. This new 170HP variant of the Golf SportWagen now with 4-Motion all-wheel-drive…

  • 2017 Chrysler Pacifica – Drive and Review

    The all-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica minivan has made a big splash. Chrysler has upped the game in the minivan segment with this new entry that replaces the Town & Country. It’s loaded with many comfort and convenience features as well as a nice assortment of driver-assistance safety technology. Along with the 3.6-L V6 powered line…

  • 2017 Audi A4 – First Drive

    Audi has revamped the A4 for 2017. It’s larger, lighter, and roomier with the 2.o-L turbo now putting put 252HP. Technology abounds with lots of driver-assistance safety features.  A new A4 Ultra with a tuned-for-efficiency 190HP 2.0-L turbo is well suited for the hypermiler. The interior is delightful in this premium sedan. Read more about…

  • 2017 Nissan Pathfinder- First drive review

    Nissan’s 7-passenger Pathfinder has gotten a mid-cycle refresh for 2017. There’s more horsepower and torque from the 3.5-Liter V6 and towing capacity is now up to 6000 lbs.  The outside has become a bit more SUV-ish and the inside is more refined and comfortable. And there’s more safety for your family too. Catch up on…