The 2021 Chevy Traverse is mostly well-equipped for family life on the road, but critically lacks one feature when life takes an unexpected turn. It’s a 5 for features based on its generously sized touchscreen on all models, which earns a point above average, but we take it back for …
Read More »2020 Pathfinder Rock Creek review, Maserati MC12 uncovered, Porsche Taycan 4S arrives: What’s New @ The Car Connection
Review update: 2020 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek treks into familial, familiar territory The Nissan Pathfinder three-row crossover reaches back to a macho name once affixed to a sturdy SUV from the 1990s and even appends a special edition moniker that somehow isn’t a name for outdoor-wear, yet. 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan …
Read More »Review update: 2020 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek treks into familial, familiar territory
The 2020 Nissan Pathfinder SV Rock Creek Edition prefers the pavement. This is not a controversial comment. The Nissan Pathfinder three-row crossover reaches back to a macho name once affixed to a sturdy SUV from the 1990s and even appends a special edition moniker that somehow isn’t a name for …
Read More »2021 Volkswagen Tiguan to get a fresh face, better tech
The refreshed 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan compact crossover will get a sportier design when it debuts this summer, the automaker confirmed Thursday. The German brand’s bestselling vehicle will get a facelift with a new hood and a broader, wider front and rear bumper to look sportier and “more masculine in stance,” …
Read More »Rock of ages: 2020 Jeep Gladiator Mojave challenges the 2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro in a gravel pit
It’s a story as old as time, of young upstarts ranging from Oedipus Rex to Lightning McQueen, aiming to unseat the wily but fading veteran. So it is with the 2020 Jeep Gladiator Mojave and the 2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro. Launched for 2020, the Jeep Gladiator brings off-road bona …
Read More »2021 Cadillac Escalade luxury SUV starts at $77,490, up $1,000 over old model
The redesigned 2021 Cadillac Escalade will get a $ 1,000 price hike over the outgoing model to start at $ 77,490, including destination, the automaker announced Thursday. The price increase reflects a larger Escalade loaded with more technology and an independent rear suspension, among many other upgrades. The 2021 Escalade …
Read More »RAV4 vs. Tiguan, 2020 Jeep Gladiator Mojave review, Byton M-Byte back on track: What’s New @ The Car Connection
2020 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2020 Toyota RAV4: Compare Crossover SUVs In the Thunderdome of compact crossovers, the 2020 Toyota RAV4 would be the one man to leave. The 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan? Not so much. But the Bartertown of car shopping is about more than sales numbers and TCC Ratings (RAV4 is a …
Read More »2021 BMW 330e plug-in hybrid sedan rated for up to 23 miles of electric range
The EPA this week released its ratings for the upcoming 2021 BMW 330e plug-in hybrid sedan and said the updated powertrain can manage up to 23 miles of all-electric range on a single charge. The 330e xDrive all-wheel-drive version is rated for up to 20 miles of electric range. The …
Read More »FCA recalls more than 500,000 new Jeep Compass SUVs and Ram pickup trucks
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles will recall more than 500,000 new Jeep Compass SUVs and Ram 1500 pickup trucks in North America, the automaker announced Tuesday. A fastener that connects windshield wiper arms on certain 2019-2020 Jeep Compass and 2019-2020 Ram 1500 pickup trucks produced before March 3 may not be secured. …
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