Kia Sorento, a crossover that will haul seven people Kia’s Sorento is a fine crossover that will haul up to seven folks and look good doing it. The 2016 model is the continuation of a revamp from a couple years ago and the tested pearl “snow white” test vehicle was the top-level SX Limited... Continue Reading →
Die-cast: Bburago 1:18 Ferrari California T
Bburago moves a bit more upscale with new Ferrari line First the news – Bburago is moving more upscale with its Signature Series. Even bigger news, Bburago again has the license to create Ferrari models and has a full line for 2015 and beyond. Bburago began as an Italian die-cast car maker 40 years ago when... Continue Reading →
2016 Mazda6 Grand Touring
Move over Camry, Accord, the new Mazda6 is a gem After all these years reviewing cars (30+) I find it hard to understand why Mazda doesn’t sell a lot more cars. Its midsize Mazda6 is another gem that is sporty looking, handles well, provides a comfortable ride with good power and delivers extremely good fuel... Continue Reading →
2015 Chrysler 300S AWD
Chrysler nails full-size luxury with 300S AWD Remember full-size cars that were comfortable for five adults? Probably not, unless you’re of a certain age. A few remain, the distinctive and elegant Chrysler 300 being one of the better efforts. First, it looks great with a big grille and chiseled lines that have only been somewhat... Continue Reading →
2015 Ford Mustang I4 Premium
New Mustang flat out gorgeous, ride improves Fifty years in and Mustang is still behaving like a teenager with his first set of wheels and looking as sexy as ever. The previous sizzling Mustang design was so reminiscent of the 1960s icon that some felt Ford had taken a step back, just to glom on... Continue Reading →
Die-cast: Autoart Lamborghini Countach 25th Anniversary
Special Lamborghini Countach beautifully recreated Some consider Lamborghini’s Countach the first modern supercar, or at least the first via design to slap the auto world awake to say that styling AND performance dictate what’s a supercar and what’s not. Countach launched us into the wedge-shaped era for supercars with its trapezoidal panels and slick scissor... Continue Reading →
Pull over, I need to get to a phone….
Life before iPhones If you're 50-60 "ish", you will get a great laugh at this blog entry. "I need to get to a phone." or "Pull over, I need to get to a phone", were phrases everybody used. Almost always said at least once on detective shows like 'Starsky & Hutch' (1976 Ford Gran Torino), 'Kojak'... Continue Reading →
Die-cast: Automodello 1934 Packard Twelve Convertible Victoria
Automodello creates stunning 1934 Packard Twelve Convertible Packard was a big deal prior to World War II, a player, one of the top makes in this country and recognized overseas for its quality and luxury. Even in 1934 when the Depression was at full song, Packard was turning out fancy machines for the upper crust... Continue Reading →
2016 Volvo XC90 T6 AWD Inscription
Volvo XC90 not mainstream, not good with details Volvo has never been mainstream and it’s not about to start now. Its new XC90 crossover that replaces a quite dated crossover of the same name is a high-end luxury vehicle that offers typical Volvo safety and substance, but drops the ball on a variety of details. First,... Continue Reading →
My other passion
How can that be? You're a car guy. Well I'm also a huge airplane guy. I just spent five days in Oshkosh, WI at the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) as a volunteer helping kids discover radio control aviation. My daughter also volunteered with me this year. My passion for planes began when I was young.... Continue Reading →