2018 Chevrolet Equinox Tested: The Magic of Right-Sizing

– Sales of compact crossovers have grown significantly over the past five years, motoring past family sedans to become America’s favorite form of transport. More than a dozen contenders swarm like bees to clover, striving to offer the best combination of features, functionality, performance, mileage, and value. What these high-riding,… Continue reading

2017 Volkswagen Golf 1.8T TSI Tested: A Great Value Gets Better

– While we rarely skip an opportunity to praise the Volkswagen Golf, our infatuation has never fixated on the hatchback’s price. That’s because while its cost is reasonable, its core competencies—a solid structure, an impeccably finished interior, and comfortable and capable suspension—would be welcome at any price. And value is… Continue reading

Power Packed: 2017 Ford Escape Titanium 2.0L EcoBoost AWD Tested!

-While there are plenty of players in the thriving compact-crossover segment, only the 2017 Ford Escape offers consumers their choice of three four-cylinder engine options, all paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. The powertrain trifecta starts with the naturally aspirated 168-hp 2.5-liter inline-four, which comes only in the base, front-wheel-drive… Continue reading

2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA250 4MATIC Tested: A Four-Season Warm Hatch for the Materialist

– We can’t imagine that many buyers feel torn between a performance hatchback and a compact-crossover SUV, but if you’re one of these indecisive individuals, you’ll want to know about the Mercedes-Benz GLA250, which inexplicably merges these segments into one handsome package. READ MORE ›› – Continue reading