2020 Hyundai Palisade SEL AWD

Palisade, like Telluride, a first rate family SUV … I declared the Kia Telluride the finest SUV I’d driven in ages and an absolute winner in every way when I drove it last June, but its kissin’ cousin, the Hyundai Palisade is equally as praiseworthy. I know us reviewers are supposed to pick at the... Continue Reading →

November 15, 2019 2

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan SEL 4motion

VW's Tiguan leads the brand with better handling ... Volkswagen has had its rocky moments the past few years. One word – diesel – tells you everything you need to know. But of late the giant German automaker seems to be getting its mojo back, and none too soon. More new models are hitting the... Continue Reading →

June 21, 2018 0

2018 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4×4

Toyota's big ol' Sequoia overdue for a restyling … Toyota’s big Sequoia sport-ute is overdue for a restyling and needs a few interior upgrades to compete for class leader in this market dominated by the likes of Chevy and GMC’s Suburban, plus Ford’s Expedition and Nissan’s Armada. All are big boys in a big boy... Continue Reading →

May 24, 2018 0

2018 Buick Enclave Premium AWD

Buick Enclave among elite luxury crossovers, really ... There’s no foolin’ around here, the Buick Enclave has been remade for 2018 and it’s among the best luxury crossovers/sport-utes out there. It was good before. It’s better now. First, it’s restyled so it looks more sleek and modern outside. But the wheelbase has been stretched to... Continue Reading →

April 6, 2018 0

2018 GMC Terrain AWD Denali

Terrain redesign lightens the load; Denali model adds luxury ... GMC redesigns its Terrain crossover for 2018 to make it lighter and a bit smaller, fighting all industry trends to add weight and length. Mostly, it’s a success. Terrain is virtually the same vehicle as Chevrolet’s Equinox with a bit boxier styling, but much improved... Continue Reading →

March 31, 2018 0

2016 Lexus NX 200t F Sport

Lexus NX proves looks still matter ... Looks matter in much of life, sometimes fairly, sometimes not. But good looks are so rare in small crossovers and sport-utes that when one has them, it deserves more than a passing glance. Lexus’ NX is a looker. I’ve said it before, as I’ve tested this vehicle a... Continue Reading →