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The term “minivan” was popularized in the 1980s when the Chrysler Corporation released a pair of models for Dodge and Plymouth. Those vehicles were instrumental in opening a fresh segment of people-mover models, designed mostly with families in mind. Fast…

Despite being one of the top three automakers in Japan, Nissan continues to struggle. Those struggles though, have little to do with its ability to sell vehicles. Quite simply, the company is facing operational and financial challenges that are largely…

The 2025 Kia K4 is here, replacing the previous Forte in the brand’s compact car segment. This latest model supplies new benchmarks for design, technology, and spaciousness, making it a formidable competitor to the segment-leading Toyota Corolla and Honda Civic….

As Subaru prepares to bid farewell to the Legacy after the 2025 model year, it is a fitting moment to reflect on the storied history of this iconic vehicle. Launched in 1989, the Subaru Legacy has been a testament to…

This spring, the automotive world will see the debut of the latest Subaru Forester. As the sixth generation of the model, it features a range of updates aimed at improving its performance and appeal in the SUV segment. Highlights include…

Sedans may be losing popularity due to the ever-increasing demand for crossovers, yet Honda continues to update and improve its core models. While Honda has a strong presence in the utility vehicle market, its midsize Accord sedan, along with the…

The 2024 Nissan Sentra arrives with updates that span from exterior design changes to new features in its SV grade. Equipped with technological advancements and fuel economy improvements, the latest model will be available in S, SV, and SR grades….

When it comes to compact cars that stand out for their sportiness, versatility, and all-weather capability, the Subaru Impreza has long been a pioneer. With the arrival of the 2024 model, the sixth-generation Impreza is ready to redefine what you…

The 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback showcases a well-designed, compact car that effectively combines smart design, modern technology, and advanced safety features. Available in two versions – SE and XSE – this model brings a fresh level of adaptability to cars…

It doesn’t take an expert to understand that the sedan market is in a freefall. Consumers continue to purchase utility vehicles in record numbers, thus sedan models are disappearing. Nissan, though, remains bullish on it four-door cars, offering not one,…

Revised: September 12, 2023 Subaru has long been ahead of the curve in developing crossover utility vehicles. Years before other manufacturers jumped in, the company had the market cornered. For the 2013 model year, Subaru introduced its smallest model yet,…

The compact Nissan Rogue utility vehicle enters its third year for this third-generation model for 2023. It is one of the most popular models in the segment and Nissan’s top-selling passenger vehicle. New this year is a Midnight Edition package,…

The 2023 Infiniti QX55 returns better equipped, but pricier. Infiniti’s quartet of utility vehicles includes a pair of models that are more alike than different. New for 2022, the Infiniti QX55 is a derivative of the QX50. Both models are…

Revised: October 16, 2023 The Nissan Rogue is a compact, two-row crossover utility vehicle with space for five. Introduced in 2008, the Rogue has undertaken extensive overhauls and regular revisions since. Despite arriving later in the market than most competitors,…

Something interesting is happening on the road to electrification, at least for certain manufacturers. Instead of including hybrids in the transition, several automakers are heading straight to full electrics. Happily, not everyone has chosen this path and that’s exactly the…

Honda’s lineup of utility vehicles includes the HR-V, CR-V, Passport, and Pilot. The Honda HR-V rolled out in 2016 and originally shared its underpinnings with the Fit subcompact hatchback. The Honda Fit has departed, therefore, to keep the HR-V going,…

The Nissan Juke is a rare breed, a quirkily styled model that by all accounts should have immediately failed in a discriminating consumer market. This subcompact crossover utility vehicle, however, rolled out in 2011 and stayed around through 2017, as…

Introducing the 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander. Marketing pros used to utilize phrases such as “New!” and “Improved!” to push their products. After a while, the terms lost their impact, particularly as consumers realized that updated packaging was not enough. But with…

Are high car prices getting you down? You’re not alone as the average transaction price for a new vehicle is fast approaching $50,000. That’s well above the price threshold for average Americans, which makes new car buying a significant challenge…

Immediately after testing the two-door Ford Bronco, a Ford Maverick replaced it. The Maverick is a compact pickup truck in a segment that has been dormant for nearly three decades. Along with the Ranger and F-Series, the all-new Maverick solidifies…