When two rows in a big pickup truck just aren't enough America loves pickup trucks! Once found only on work sites and farms they are now a mainstream family vehicle and can be optioned out better than most luxury cars. Out of the top five sales of US manufacturers pickup trucks take up three spots... Continue Reading →
Review: 2024 Kia EV9 AWD GT-Line
Kia's first 3-row EV is all about delivering luxury ... For electric vehicle shoppers who have been waiting for an upscale three-row EV with decent range and an elegant interior, the wait is over. Kia launched the EV9 earlier this year and make no mistake, this is a luxury vehicle befitting a luxury brand (perhaps... Continue Reading →
Car Spot: 1975 Honda Civic CVCC
Honda was way ahead of the game when it came to US emissions Still going through EAA AirVenture withdrawal. I was up at this year's annual airplane gathering, the 71st edition of the event is July 22-28 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. One of the big sponsors, and a supporter of WomenVenture (which... Continue Reading →
Review: 2024 Nissan Ariya Platinum+ e4orce AWD
Nisssan's Ariya is a noble effort for its first full-electric SUV, and the interior is a huge step forward for Nissan.
Car Spot: EarthRoamer LTi
Taking camping to a whole new level ... Every year I camp on the grounds at EAA's AirVenture in Oshkosh with a group of my flying buddies. We do pretty well with our campers and bunkhouse but this year I found something that would be over the top, this week's spot, the EarthRoamer LTi. The... Continue Reading →
Review: 2024 Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road
RAV4 remains a sturdy compact SUV choice, but adds yet another TRD trim level, and now comes in Army green.
Car Spot: Willys MB Jeep
One of three decisive weapons the U.S. had during WWII It was almost a case of being in the right place at the right time. America had just been pulled into WWII. Our boys needed a vehicle lighter than the 3/4 ton Dodge trucks used then. The idea of the jeep originated with the infantry,... Continue Reading →
Review: 2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV Premium Plus Review
What do you get when you remove a Mazda CX-90's third row seats? A CX-70, but with more cargo room and two less seats.
Car Spot: 1973 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Convertible
Oldsmobile's final drop-top Nothing says Summer in Wisconsin than a convertible. This week's spot is an early 70's Oldsmobile Delta 88 Convertible. A sunny day with temps in the mid-70s is just the perfect day for a car like this. Would have been tough to miss this gen in the parking lot of the golf... Continue Reading →
Review: 2024 Genesis G70 AWD 3.3T Sport Prestige
The Genesis G70 didn't need to change much, so it didn't. Still a fine example of what entry-level luxury should look and perform like.