2014 Hyundai Tucson GLS AWD – Review

While the previous generation Hyundai Tucson compact crossover SUV is said to have been a bit of a yawn-factor, the refreshed 2014 model is just better. Handling has improved, and so have the two engines, which now feature direct fuel injection, and offer more power. Overall, it has more “gut.” Tucson and the competition With all its improvements, the 2014 Hyundai Tucson is still up against some tough competitors. The Subaru Forester, for example, dominates in ...

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2015 Subaru Forester – Review

Upon your search for the perfect compact crossover SUV, you will likely come across the 2015 Subaru Forester. Its not as flashy as other competitors, and its interior environment remains simplistic, but its comfortable cabin and spacious interior are perfect for families, and its standard all-wheel drive system will pull you through winter without so much as breaking a sweat. From then to now Introduced in the 1990s as a small crossover wagon with AWD, ...

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2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara 4dr SUV 4×4 – Review

If the 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara, 4-door/4-wheel drive model is on your radar, then you are already aware of its exceptional off-road skills, and in fact know that it would best thrive in some far-off desert, with an abundance of sand dunes for company. However, not all buyers will take this big, no-nonsense SUV into its natural habitat, and if this is the case, rest-assured that when driving it in the city, the Wrangler ...

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2015 Subaru Outback – Review

Families in need of a comfortable and spacious midsize SUV/wagon that can go off-road thanks to one of the industry’s best all-wheel drive systems need look no further than the 2015 Subaru Outback. The automaker’s newly redesigned Outback was originally named to reflect the arid and remote outback regions of Australia, in order to promote the vehicle’s adequate off-road abilities. An adventure-ready wagon at heart, the 2015 Subaru Outback is great for the outdoorsy type, ...

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2016 Ford Explorer debuts in LA

Highlighted by a new “Platinum” trim level, the Explorer—the bestselling SUV in North America for the last 25 years—arrives a more luxurious, well-equipped and stylish vehicle than before. Well, that last one–“stylish”—depends on where you’re sitting. There’s no doubt that the last Explorer was distinctive in its own right, perhaps even more so than it is now. The crazy lights, grille with optional body coloured inserts and rounded lines have given way to a more ...

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2015 Lincoln MKC Review – Sophisticated on the outside, lively on the inside

Lincoln’s all-new entry-level, small luxury crossover SUV enters the segment with competitors like the Acura RDX, Audi Q5, BMW X3, and the Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class. If you are looking for a vehicle that stands ever so slightly apart from the usual crowd, the sophisticated yet lively 2015 Lincoln MKC is a good alternative. Who is it for? – Consumers wanting a nimble and attractive-looking small luxury crossover SUV. What to watch for – Certain competitors offer ...

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2014 Dodge Journey R/T Rallye AWD – Review

Imagine yourself standing in the middle of a basketball court, arms raised, tossing the ball towards the net. As it flies through the air over and over again, sometimes it makes it through the hoop, and other times you miss. This image pretty much sums up the 2014 Dodge Journey. It’s not a star player, but it’s still in the game. Point taken? An overview The Dodge Journey is a 5- to 7-passenger midsize SUV ...

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