Although it doesn’t have a legacy going back as far as some of the other models you’ll find at a new or used Chevy dealer, the Equinox has quickly become one of the most popular SUVs on the road. There’s not just one thing that is done right to attain this position – it’s a […]
Category: SUVs
30 Years of Exploration: The History of the Ford Explorer
If you visit just about any used Ford dealership, you’re sure to find several Explorers on the lot. Americans love our SUVs, and Ford’s Explorer is a popular option, coming in as the second best-selling midsize SUV of 2021, with some 220,000 vehicles sold that year alone. You don’t get those kinds of numbers overnight, […]
What Does the Future Hold for Mazda’s CX-5?
The CX-5 is Mazda’s most popular and best-selling model, yet its future is a bit uncertain and could be on its way out. This is because Mazda is introducing an all-new model for the 2023 model year: the CX-50, which is built on the same platform as the smaller CX-30 but with a number of […]
Kia Might’ve Made the Perfect Midsize SUV for a Weekend Outdoors
First, I’m not going to try to convince you that the Kia Telluride is the ultimate off-road machine because it’s certainly not. If you like tackling challenging trails and splashing through riverbeds, then you’ll undoubtedly be served better by other options. That said, if you’re interested in spending a long weekend at your favorite campground, […]
Driving a Mazda MX-30 in Canadian Winters: Is It Doable?
The Mazda MX-30 has been on the market for a hot minute. This all-electric crossover is Mazda’s first foray into EV territory. It shows promise that the company could further expand its nameplates into all-electric segments. However, before getting too excited about the possibilities and potentialities of an entire line-up of electric Mazdas, it first […]
Can the Ford Mach-E Dethrone the Tesla Model Y for the EV Crown?
When they first hit the scene, electric vehicles were seen as a sustainable, if boring, alternative to their gas-powered forerunners. Emphasizing efficiency and practicality over performance and style, early electric vehicles were popular amongst their target audience, but the general driving populace was somewhat skeptical. In part, this lack of interest can be attributed to […]
Kia Turns Heads With the All-Electric EV6 SUV
Kia might not be the first automaker to latch onto the new all-electric trend, but it’s certainly making up for lost time with the introduction of the new EV6 SUV. The first of a forthcoming line of all-electric offerings from the South Korean automaker that will range from the EV1 to the EV9, the Kia […]
2023 Volkswagen ID.4: That Does It…Cars Are Just Computers Now
You may have heard a teacher tell you in class years ago that you won’t have a calculator in your pocket, so you better learn how to do those fractions. Not only were they wrong, but our calculators can now do so much more than just let us forget our multiplication table. Computers are everywhere––our […]
Move Over Subaru; Ford Has the Edge
Living in Colorado, I’ve seen my share of Subaru models on the road. With so many people interested in outdoor activities or needing a vehicle that can handle the weirdness that is Colorado weather, Subaru and similar SUV models make up a large population of Colorado traffic. Now that the Outback is looking a bit […]
Has GM Become the Leader in Full-Size SUVs?
The simple answer to that question is, yes, they pretty much have. The more detailed answer to that question requires a look into the lineups of several different car companies to see what they can offer and how GM demolishes the competition. For one thing, the large or full-size SUV market is surprisingly limited in […]
Chevrolet: The Original Automotive Influencer
With over 100 years in the business, Chevy knows a thing or two about innovation. The bowtie brand has been producing some of the country’s most beloved cars, trucks, and SUVs since 1911 and breaking new ground every step of the way. One doesn’t need to look too hard to find Chevy models that have […]
The Worst Car of the Nation 2022: Chevy Bolt EV
Folks, the auto industry is a harsh mistress–you never know for sure what will go over well and what will struggle. That said, the one thing I can pretty well guarantee is that if your vehicle decides to engage in spontaneous combustion, then you’re going to have a bad time. That’s exactly what Chevy learned […]
Exorbitance Galore: The 2023 Ford Expedition Platinum
The 2023 Ford Expedition is a full-sized SUV and is the largest SUV offering from the automaker. Large and luxury seem to go hand in hand, as the Expedition Platinum demonstrates. Platinum is the last stop on the Expedition’s trim train and the most expensive, with a starting MSRP of $80,565, or $82,565 for the […]
The Wow Factor: What It Means in Chevrolet’s Equinox EV
Despite modern trends and burgeoning demand, electric vehicles aren’t new inventions. The first small-scale electric car was developed over a century ago when innovators in America, Hungary, and the Netherlands looked for more efficient alternatives to the horse and buggy. As we know from history, the gas-powered automobile solved that concern, giving rise to automakers […]
Top Four Jeep Models for Hitting the Trails
When it comes to off-roading prowess, nobody does it like Jeep. From movies like Jurassic Park showcasing the capabilities of Jeeps out in the wildest of wilderness to running across an ad in a magazine portraying a Jeep conquering boulders, this iconic vehicle has paved the way for an adventurous lifestyle for those who drive […]
The Toyota 4Runner Is Still Trekking Along In 2023
It’s been 40 years since Toyota introduced us to what would become one of the most legendary SUVs of all time. As one of the few models still manufactured as a body-on-frame SUV, the 2023 Toyota 4Runner has stayed true to its roots. If you’re an off-roading enthusiast and a fan of Japanese automobiles, the […]
The Evolution of the Nissan Murano
If you see a Nissan Murano for sale at a car dealership, you might think that the sleek, modern crossover is a new entry in Nissan’s Canadian lineup. In fact, the model turns twenty years old in 2022, having first debuted at the 2002 New York International Auto Show. Of course, there have been plenty […]
What Makes the Yukon Denali Ultimate Such a Luxurious Full-Size SUV?
Most GMC fans are already familiar with the upper-level Denali trim. Available on several vehicles across the lineup, this trim is packed with luxury features, exclusive style, and an array of innovative tech. But GMC took things a step further when they added an even more lush Denali Ultimate trim to the 2022 Sierra 1500. […]
Three Rows of Greatness: A Ford vs Chevy SUV Comparison
It’s a tale as old as time…or as old as the last century anyways. Ford vs Chevy makes political conversations at the dinner table seem like child’s play, especially for avid supporters on either side. There’s a lot of back and forth between the two, and with a debate as long-lasting as this one, we […]
The Ultimate Experience: 2023 GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate
Trim packages can be confusing. A lot of the time, it seems like they’re a jumble of letter combinations with differences so small that it’s not even worth researching. Should you get the ZX, the TRBX, the AGFKLX, or the REZBJYF? And which one has the heated steering wheel, again? GMC makes it easy. While […]