2019 Lexus LC 500h

Lexus LC 500h: A fast hybrid beauty that whines ... What must one expect when buying a car for $100,000? Certainly standout looks and performance are in the top couple “must haves.” But do you expect a hybrid sports car with supercar looks and a steady whine? Well, Lexus delivers on looks, performance and comfort... Continue Reading →

July 3, 2019 0

2019 BMW M2 Competition Coupe

BMW M2 a fast car on track, but tough on the tushie ... BMW is as synonymous with racing as Porsche and Ferrari, but also known for making road-worthy sedans and coupes that offer at least a modicum of civility and practicality. As its 3 Series and 5 Series cars have continued to grow, both... Continue Reading →

June 15, 2019 0

2020 Toyota Corolla LE Hybrid

Corolla hybrid delivers high value, high mpg, low cost … After 60 years in the U.S. market Toyota continues to impress when it comes to value and its redesigned 2020 Corolla is a prime example. Toyota revamped its popular Corolla to lower its ride height, widen its track, lower the cowl for better visibility and... Continue Reading →

June 6, 2019 0

2019 Mazda3 Platinum AWD Hatch

Mazda3 hatch with AWD is sleek, fast and fun ... I’ve owned a couple Mazdas through the years. I’ve liked them for their sporty handling and edgy styling that set them apart from many competitors. The new 2019 Mazda3 Hatchback does nothing to spoil those differentiators, in fact it improves on the looks and upgrades... Continue Reading →

May 31, 2019 0

MAMA 2019 Spring Rally: Car heaven for auto journalist

So many cars to choose from Mark and I love this event. We get to hang out at our favorite race track, Road America, that's practically in our backyards. For two days, May 22-23, we attended The Midwest Automotive Media Association (MAMA) annual Spring Rally. We joined about 100 other automotive journalists from all over... Continue Reading →

May 23, 2019 0

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Ultimate 2.0T FWD

Hyundai's Santa Fe should be on your test drive list ... If you’re in the market for a compact crossover there’d better be a good reason you haven’t test driven a Hyundai Santa Fe yet. You’d be crazy not to. The 5-passenger Santa Fe, formerly the Santa Fe Sport, practically sets the bar for this... Continue Reading →

May 18, 2019 0

2019 Genesis G70 AWD 3.3T Prestige

New G70 luxury sport sedan delivers kick-butt performance, value … Hyundai cranks up the heat on Japanese and European luxury sport sedan makers with its new “entry level” Genesis G70. It’s long on performance and luxury, but modestly short on price. OK, the tested pearly “Casablanca White” AWD 3.3T model equipped with Prestige and Elite... Continue Reading →

May 12, 2019 0

2019 Kia Optima SX Turbo

Optima Turbo is comfy, fast, high-value sport sedan for families … If you prefer driving a car rather than a truck or crossover and have been searching for the perfect sport sedan that will fit your budget, yet carry five folks comfortably, look no further. Kia’s Optima SX Turbo wants to be your playmate. It’s... Continue Reading →

May 4, 2019 2

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 →