2022 Land Rover Defender 90 V8

V8 makes luxurious Defender crazy fast, but for off-roading? ... If vehicles were to be judged strictly on how well they drive then Land Rover’s two-door Defender 90 V8 would be a champ, both on and off road. You see, Defender is a short-wheelbase British designed Jeep, historically, and the entry step into Land Rover’s... Continue Reading →

October 5, 2022 1

2022 Lexus LX 600 debuts

Upscale moves more upscale, but remains trail worthy … In case you’re an affluent couple (think $320,000+ annual income) the luxury sport-utility market just got an upscale upgrade from Lexus. The LX 600, the longtime Lexus luxury yacht, er SUV, has been remade for 2022 and is now rolling into dealerships. Lexus tells us they... Continue Reading →

March 10, 2022 0

2022 Jeep Wagoneer Series II

Giant Wagoneer moves Jeep WAY upscale ... Jeep’s massive new Wagoneer is its latest attempt at a halo vehicle, an upscale mount to lure hoity toity suburbanites looking for their third or fourth SUV to put in their 4-stall garage. Makes sense, profits are huge at this end of the market, just ask ALL the... Continue Reading →

March 10, 2022 0

FALL RALLY DRIVES & Videos

MAMA Fall Rally: So many vehicles, so little time ... Once or twice a year, lately depending on the Covid threat, Midwest auto writers gather their helmets and egos before snagging seat time in the latest new machines from the top automakers. I use that term loosely because, to be honest, most of the vehicles... Continue Reading →