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Car fanatic journalist living in the PNW covering all things automotive.

2021 VW ID.4 Review: The People’s Electric -Or- It’s All About the Range

2021 VW ID.4 Review

The 2021 VW ID.4 is a fully electric compact crossover with space for up to five and a range of up to 250 miles. The ID.4 compares to the Tesla Model Y and Ford Mustang Mach-E, but it’s priced lower to compete with bestselling compact crossovers such as the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, and Subaru Forester. The 2021 Volkswagen...

2021 VW Tiguan Review: Decidedly Different

2021 VW Tiguan Review

The 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan compact crossover is spacious and comfortable, and also the league-leader in modesty, Its big difference is a 185.1-inch body that is larger than most of its compact crossover competitors. It has a cavernous, 37.6 cubic foot cargo hold and room for up to seven in its conservatively styled confines. That’s mostly good for the Tiguan, since...

2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E Second Take Review: The Mustang sets the stage again

2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E Review

The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E vaults the famed pony car into the electrified age. Inspired by the Ford Mustang but mechanically unrelated, the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E is an electric crossover SUV competing with the Tesla Model Y, Chevy Bolt EV, Volvo XC40 Recharge, Volkswagen ID.4 and other forthcoming electric crossovers. But its balance of performance and range, smart...

2021 Lexus ES 250 Review: The sure footed street cruiser

2021 Lexus ES 250 Review

The 2021 Lexus ES grabs some of the LS’ spotlight with its sleek shape and its sky-high hybrid economy. The ES is a four-door mid-size sedan that bridges the gap between premium and luxury features and finishes. It’s also a step between sporty sedans and the more traditional full-size family cars of the past. It’s in step with core Lexus...

2021 Ford Bronco Sport Review: The Only Bronco You Need

The 2021 Ford Bronco Sport carves out a new all-terrain niche for one of the most beloved off-road names in auto history. The new Bronco Sport small crossover SUV bridges the gap between the around-town Ford Escape and the off-road Ford Bronco. It can get around any terrain, similar to trail-rated versions of the Jeep Cherokee and Jeep Compass,...

2021 Dodge Charger Review: One Hellava Cat

The 2021 Dodge Charger is a retro sedan with silly performance potential. Speed doesn’t go out of style. We’re not sure how the Dodge Charger gets stronger as it gets older. For 2021, the Charger gets an asphalt melting 797-horsepower variant that’s as irresponsible as it is powerful. That’s not a judgement on our part, just unbridled peak-power on...

2021 Toyota Highlander Review: XSE Stands for Extra Sport

2021 Toyota Highlander Review

The 2021 Toyota Highlander learned new tricks to keep us entertained on the road while the hybrid powertrain keeps it efficient. There’s an all-new 2021 Toyota Highlander three-row crossover out there. This year the Highlander adds an edgier XSE version that adds a little agro to its curb appeal—new bumpers, blacked out badges, big 20-inch wheels, and stiffer suspension...

2021 Lexus RC 350 Review: Not Just for Secretaries

2021 Lexus RC 350 Review

The 2021 Lexus RC sports coupe dials up the fun while still being affordable. The RC is a sports coupe with two powertrain choices in rear- or all-wheel drive. The segment thins more every year, but the remaining competitors range from the Audi A5 to the Ford Mustang. It’s a good sports coupe with good standard features and good...

2021 BMW 4-Series Review: The Best 3-Series Ever

2021 BMW 4 Series Review

The redesigned 2021 BMW 4-Series has evolved into a technology powerhouse with wonderfully responsive powertrains, but the coupe lacks playfulness. The 4-Series is a compact coupe/convertible that is closely related to the 3-Series, but with sportier personality and styling. It competes with the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Audi A5, and Genesis G70, among others. Its technology and drivability impress, if you...

2021 Honda Ridgeline Review: Butch looks better

2021 Honda Ridgeline Review

The 2021 Honda Ridgeline is the just-right pickup most users really need. The Ridgeline is a mid-size pickup that splits the difference between crossover SUVs and utilitarian trucks such as the Toyota Tacoma, Nissan Frontier, and Ford Ranger. Sold in Sport, RTL, and RTL-E trim levels, the 2021 Ridgeline is an excellent pickup thanks to its crossover-like driving attributes...

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