Badge engineering has been around for decades, and yeah, it makes sense. Why build a few vehicles when you can take one and optimize it for a number of price points? The problem comes when automakers’ more expensive cars feel like their cheaper models. That’s GMC, a brand entirely reliant …
Read More »2021 GMC Yukon review, Toyota GR Super Sport debuts, Polestar clears air on EVs: What’s New @ The Car Connection
2021 GMC Yukon review The newest big SUV from GMC earns a TCC Rating of 7.0 out of 10—and it’s not done yet. What’s New for 2021: Ford Ford prepares for a busy 2021 model year with a major overhaul of the Ford F-150 pickup truck, the launch of the …
Read More »2021 Subaru Crosstrek Sport First Drive Review: Pretty Much Perfect
The Subaru Crosstrek has always been a lifted wagon that ticked almost every box. The high ride height made it easy to get in and out of, the body cladding offered a rugged aesthetic, and with the EyeSight active safety system, the Crosstrek was cutting-edge smart at a reasonable price. …
Read More »2021 Jeep Gladiator EcoDiesel First Drive Review: Do The Twist
The Jeep Gladiator is a unique proposition on the truck market, offering the personality of a Wrangler in a longer, more cargo- and towing-friendly form. Of course, that means it comes with all of the compromises of a Wrangler, including a rather soulless standard 3.6-liter V6. While the corporate Pentastar …
Read More »2021 Subaru Crosstrek Sport tested, Rolls-Royce Dawn Black Badge review, 2022 Ford F-150 Electric truck preview: What’s New @ The Car Connection
First drive: 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Sport inspires rallycross dreams The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek small crossover SUV comes with a new Sport trim with a larger 2.5-liter flat-4 engine, new water-repellent upholstery, and a bit more fun. 2021 Mazda CX-30 small SUV adds turbo engine from the Mazda 3 The 2021 …
Read More »The 5 Best Jump Starters (2020 Review)
Most drivers keep jumper cables in their car in case their car battery ever dies and they need to call a friend or family member for a jump. An alternative to traditional jumper cables is a portable jump starter that can restart your battery without using someone else’s …
Read More »2021 Lincoln Corsair review, Nissan Z teased, GM’s Ultium future: What’s New @ The Car Connection
2021 Lincoln Corsair review With a TCC Rating of 7.2 out of 10, the 2021 Lincoln Corsair delivers a nearly flawless cabin, a serene ride, and lots of safety technology. GMC drops price on 2021 Sierra pickup turbodiesel, adds trailering features The long-legged 3.0-liter turbodiesel in the GMC Sierra is …
Read More »2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 Review: Niche Accomplished
Verdict 7.3 / 10 Saying that people simply like small crossovers would be an understatement. Consumers flock to pint-sized SUVs like they’re going out of style, and Mercedes-Benz knows this all too well. The brand already has two successful options in the subcompact GLA and the slightly larger (but still …
Read More »The 5 Best Car Window Tints (2020 Review)
Car tinting serves many purposes. It prevents other drivers from peeking into your car, blocks out UV rays that will damage the furnishings, and keeps the temperature down. If one or all of these reasons interests you, read our review below on the five best car window tints. …
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