The best laid plans of mice and men often go awry. Such it was with our plan for the new Mazda MX-5 Miata. It was mid-March when the MX-5 arrived clad in Bridgestone Blizzak winter tires. Everything was in place: lightweight roadster, winter tires, an open schedule. All […]
This story starts several years ago, with two college kids on Spring Break and a car they had no business driving. In March of 2011, a year before Limited Slip Blog became a reality, I was allowed to borrow a brand new sports car for a road trip […]
Ford is bound and determined to have a vehicle in their lineup that will meet your needs. They have an extensive SUV lineup ranging from the massive Ford Expedition down to the compact Escape. Since its birth in 2001, the Escape has maintained relevance in an ever changing […]
The Impala marque has been around for quite a long time, since 1956 to be exact. Sure it’s missed a few years, but nevertheless it is alive and well. The current model, the tenth generation, is a roomy and comfortable, full-size that is selling well for GM. In […]
Ford pulled out all the stops for the all-new Platinum Explorer. It sits atop Ford’s Explorer model lineup, a platform that delivers a trim level for all consumers. The Platinum combines the larger EcoBoost engine found in the Sport with luxury features and add-ons worthy of the over-$50k […]
Trucks have always been rugged. Regardless of whether they’re mid-size, full-size, or larger, trucks are the workhorses that many rely on. But trucks have become increasingly more domesticated. Lightweight construction and new drivetrain technologies have made them more efficient, new suspension systems have made them more compliant, and […]
The new Hyundai Tuscon is bigger, stronger, and more efficient than before. Fully redesigned for 2016, the 3rd generation Tuscon brings much-needed enhancements to driving dynamics with an all-new drivetrain, fully revised suspension, and a stiffer body. There’s a lot riding on this new Tuscon. Not only is […]
If you think back, there was always that one kid in school who participated in every extracurricular activity, did well in every subject, and fit in with just about every social circle. That is the personification of the Subaru Outback. The Outback is a jack-of-all-trades vehicle. It has […]
The Elantra is Hyundai’s #1 selling vehicle. That means there’s a lot at stake when it comes time to update the platform. When Hyundai debuted the Elantra at the L.A. Auto Show last November, value and efficiency were the focus. This new Elantra packs class-leading technology into a […]
It was time for some change. For 2015, Ford brought some serious improvement with the second-generation Edge. For 2016, Ford sprinkled in additional features and more standard equipment. The Edge is unique, offering more interior space than most crossovers in its class without stepping into the three-row category. […]
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