2019 Mazda CX-5 Signature AWD

Mazda CX-5 delivers looks, power and sports sedan handling … Mazda may have dumped its zoom-zoom tagline, but the Japanese car maker hasn’t eliminated it from its vehicles, witness the CX-5 compact crossover. While most car makers are happy to offer decent power, meh handling and a useful interior, Mazda doubles down on excellent power,... Continue Reading →

April 27, 2019 0

2019 Volvo V60 T6 AWD Inscription

Volvo V60 brings style to station wagons ... Something strange happened as I was testing Volvo’s new wagon, the V60. People waved and gave me an approving thumbs up. A young man yelled to me at the gas station, “awesome car.” I remind you, this was a wagon. Is it possible we’ve started to tire... Continue Reading →

April 20, 2019 0

2019 Nissan Altima Edition One

Altima's engine main difference from Maxima … Outside of engines there’s not much difference between Nissan’s Maxima, tested a few weeks back, and the latest version of Nissan’s Altima. The sedans are nearly identical in size now, the Altima actually having a longer wheelbase than Maxima, which used to be the larger of the two.... Continue Reading →

April 6, 2019 0

2019 Toyota RAV4 Adventure AWD

Practical RAV4 muscles up its exterior ... There’s no denying that Toyota has done well with its RAV4, one of the first small SUV/crossovers on the market, and it continues to be among the most popular in its segment. For 2019 Toyota restyles the RAV4 to give it a more chiseled nose that easily calls... Continue Reading →

March 23, 2019 0

2019 Nissan Maxima SL

Near-luxury Maxima loaded with power, technology … If you’re looking for a sporty family sedan, one that looks stylish, rides sweetly and generates plenty of V6 power, well, you’re among a shrinking minority. Still, a few automakers continue courting this formerly mainstream market. Nissan is trying to woo you with its near luxury Maxima sedan... Continue Reading →

March 16, 2019 0

2019 Infiniti QX50 Essential FWD

QX50 a crossover that nearly drives itself … Got a bad case of the wants for a mid-size crossover that is both peppy and fun to drive, but also will do some of the driving for you? Infiniti’s all-new QX50 Essential model should be on your most-wanted list. Nearly identical in size and intent as... Continue Reading →

March 9, 2019 0

2019 Ford Edge Titanium AWD

Edge's new turbo and tranny provide crossover zip ... Ford revamps and upgrades its popular Edge mid-size crossover for 2019, discarding its V6 for a twin-turbo I4 and a new 8-speed automatic transmission. The result is a fairly peppy crossover that will easily haul five adults with oodles of rear seat legroom and equally expansive... Continue Reading →

March 3, 2019 0

2019 Volkswagen Jetta R-Line

VW Jetta offers high value, driving fun … With all the trucks, SUVs and crossovers crowding showrooms these days it’s refreshing to come across a sporty sedan like Volkswagen’s Jetta, that also represents high value. Jetta was restyled for 2019 and mostly that’s all good news. First, it continues the lean European look that VW... Continue Reading →

February 16, 2019 0

2019 Nissan Rogue SV AWD

Rogue feels refined, oozes value, and now it's orange ... Barely a year had passed since I tested Nissan’s revamped Rogue, one of the best-selling small crossovers on the market, and particularly popular in the Milwaukee area. This is Nissan’s No. 1 seller and it’s obvious why. It looks refined, drives fine and is economical.... Continue Reading →

January 27, 2019 0

2019 Mazda MX-5 Grand Touring RF

MX-5 RF a fun-sized droptop made for summer ... Looking for muscle? Read no further. Looking for fun? Mazda’s sporty MX-5 RF is a fun-sized 2-seater. The MX-5, known in the U.S. market as the Miata, has added muscle to be sure. But easy driving and economical fun is what has set it apart from... Continue Reading →