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RITA COOK: 2015 Honda CR-V sets high bar

If you are looking for better fuel economy in this class, look no further than the 2015 Honda CR-V, which has been improved for better fuel efficiency as well as a number of additional tweaks like more cargo and passenger space and a more advanced engine.

March 23, 2015
Full-time Four Wheel Drive With Full-time Luxury on the 2015 Lexus GX 460 (Lexus Media Photos)

RITA COOK: CAR REVIEW: Full-time four-wheel drive with full-time luxury on the 2015 Lexus GX 460

With the luxurious Lexus brand's midsize seven-passenger SUV, the 2015 GX 460 offers three rows of seating, but also off-road ability just in case. Indeed, just because the GX 460 doesn't have to stay on the payment, neither does this vehicle have to cut corners when it comes to luxury either. This year you even get more for the money too with apps and techno functions increased over last year's offering.

March 1, 2015
The 2015 Acura TLX is all new this year and it replaces two of the past Acura options that were both well-liked in the sedan category. (Photo by Rita Cook)

RITA COOK: CAR REVIEW: 2015 TLX design joins two Acura sedans into one new model

Every time I have an Acura delivered to me to drive, I get all giddy like a school girl because I know the Acura brand never disappoints. While it might not be the sexiest car out of the gate, competition like the BMW 3 Series, Audi A4, Lexus IS and Volvo S60 offer no better "behind the wheel" experience than the new 2015 Acura TLX.

February 8, 2015
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RITA COOK: CAR REVIEW: 2014 Ram 1500 offers turbocharged diesel V6

The 2014 Ram 1500 is a full-size pickup with an over-the-top power train and a good clean ride inside as well as out. New in 2014, the Ram 1500 offers a turbocharged diesel V6 engine, but the 4.7-liter V8 is no longer available. The Ram folks have also added some changes to the 2014 trim levels as well.

November 2, 2014