What’s Not to Like? Disclaimer: I am a fan of hatchbacks with their size and versatility over a sedan. In the case of the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze Diesel manual hatch there is much to like, with sharp looks and a real world 50 mpg on the highway. So, the question looms, ... Read More...

40 New Electrified Ford Models Coming In mid-April 2018, Ford surprised the automotive world with this statement. “By 2020, almost 90 percent of our Ford portfolio in North America will be trucks, utilities and commercial vehicles–including their electrified versions. Given declining consumer demand and product profitability, we will not invest in next ... Read More...

All-new Lightweight Ram 1500 offers Hybrid Technology Clean Fleet Report recently had a walk-around preview of the all-new 2019 Ram 1500. It has shed pounds without giving up any of its prodigious capabilities. Add to that a mild hybrid system and you can imagine the Ram will continue to challenge Chevy for ... Read More...

Euro-styling, Turbocharged Fun The whole concept of owning a “Hot Hatch” is very alluring. Volkswagen, along with other manufacturers, offers a great handling hatchback. Such models are considered the most affordable and fun cool cars on the road. One member of the group is the 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT Sport, which ... Read More...

Compact Crossover Fuel Economy Leader While the world was distracted by Volkswagen’s diesel woes (resulting in them dropping the wonderful TDI engine from their line-up), Chevrolet snuck in with a very nice turbodiesel that quietly has earned them top fuel economy numbers in the two models where it is available. Clean ... Read More...