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2017 Honda Ridgeline

Auto review: 2017 Honda Ridgeline

There are some vehicles that feel good, some that are made to get the job done and then there are the precious few that cover both.

November 6, 2017
The Honda Civic is now in its 10th generation as of 2016 and it is considered a midsize vehicle as opposed to the previous generation where it was a compact.  Indeed, this year’s Honda Civic has plenty of room inside for passengers or even in the trunk for hauling.  You can get the Civic in a sedan, coupe or a four-door hatchback, which is where the new 2018 Honda Civic Type R fits perfectly.

2018 Honda Civic mid-size features race car ready luxury

I had a double whammy Honda experience last week. I not only drove the 2017 Honda Civic SI, but then I flew to Seattle to test the new Type R for 2018. The experience with the Type R was both on the street and the racetrack.

September 14, 2017
The Mazda CX-5 has always been a top performer in the brand's lineup. Now with an all new design in 2017, it has taken the compact crossover SUV market to an even higher level of perfection. (Photo courtesy of Mazda).

Mazda CX-5 is all about comfort and safety

The Mazda CX-5 has always been a top performer in the brand's lineup. Now with an all new design in 2017, it has taken the compact crossover SUV market to an even higher level of perfection.

August 10, 2017

AUTO REVIEW: 2017 Kia Niro hybrid has lots of pep

Can you say compact hybrid crossover SUV with some snazzy offerings? If that's your thing, then the 2017 Kia Niro is going to be right up your alley. It's all new for Kia fans with competition like the Toyota Prius Hatchback, Ford C-Max Hybrid Wagon and the Toyota Rav 4 SUV.

May 24, 2017
If you are tired of all the business as usual luxury brands then you might want to look into the 2017 Genesis G90. It fits the bill in the sedan world and is a brand all its own now. The 2017 Genesis G90 is all-new model since it recently branched off from Hyundai. And, while luxurious, the price tag is a bit friendlier than the competition. (Photo by Rita Cook)

2017 Genesis G90 luxury can play with the competition

If you are tired of all the business as usual luxury brands then you might want to look into the 2017 Genesis G90. It fits the bill in the sedan world and is a brand all its own now. The 2017 Genesis G90 is all-new model since it recently branched off from Hyundai. And, while luxurious, the price tag is a bit friendlier than the competition.

May 11, 2017
The Mazda folks said this 2017 Mazda Miata is the perfect car for the “daily driver, a weekend toy and a multiple-time championship-winning race car, alike.” (Photo by Rita Cook).

REVIEW: 2017 Mazda Miata has drivers roadster ready

Driving should be an adventure. Certainly there are many choices to get the adventure started. However, last week when I drove the little 2017 Mazda Miata I actually found myself smiling when I thought about going anywhere. I was looking for adventure and trying to create new places to drive this little roadster.

April 2, 2017