At the turn of the (present) century Toyota brought something unique to the American market – the world’s first production hybrid passenger vehicle, the Prius. The company now sells 10 different hybrid models (HEV), two plug-in hybrids (PHEV) and one…
CHATHAM, Mass. – Tell someone at your high school reunion you drive a Volvo sedan, and they will think you and your car are safe, solid, uninspiring – all the personality of Birkenstock sandals. Drive up in a 2023 Volvo S60…
CHATHAM, Mass. – The first vehicle I ever reviewed was a Mercedes-Benz, and like that E-Class sedan years ago, the new battery-electric (BEV) EQE 500 4MATIC SUV I recently sampled performed beyond my expectations. Like previous versions of the world’s oldest automaker,…
During a recent trip in Chatham, Mass., I had the privilege of driving the 2022 Tesla Model 3 Dual Motor AWD, thanks to a generous friend. Traversing the Mid and Outer Cape Cod, the journey was nothing short of impressive.…
CHATHAM, Mass. – The look is entirely unique but the swift, quiet, smooth driving experience says the four-door sedan maneuvering smoothly through the twisting bay-side roads of Wellfleet, Mass. is the latest offering from the growing family of Hyundai electric…
CHATHAM, Mass. – A decade after Nissan pioneered battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) in the United States with its small four-door Leaf it has introduced the Ariya, an all-new, ground-up electric vehicle, into the rapidly expanding, competitive U.S. electric-vehicle market. The Ariya…
CHATHAM, Mass. – The electrification of Hyundai Motor Group’s luxury/premier Genesis brand has included ground-up battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) like the GV60 and redesigned electrified versions of its successful models, like the 2023 Electrified GV70 Prestige I had the pleasure to test recently.…
CHATHAM, Mass. – Now in its fourth decade, the Sportage remains a stalwart of the ever-expanding line of Kia sport-utility (SUV) and crossover-utility (CUV) vehicles. Once one of the smallest of the compact SUVs, the fifth-generation Sportage upon its introduction…
The first time I drove the Genesis Electrified G80 during last autumn’s International Motor Press Association Test Day (#IMPATESTDAY), I was blown away by the four-door sedan’s silky-smooth performance characteristics and luxurious comfort. A week in February with the 2023 Genesis…
MIDDLEBOROUGH, Mass. – The New England Motor Press Association (#NEMPA) recently held its annual Winter Car of the Year program which brought approximately 25 journalist members to Middleborough, Mass., to drive contenders and vote on their choices for the best…
CHATHAM, Mass. – The sophomore year of the Ford F-150 Lightning continues proving electrification does not diminish the utility and capability, not to mention the comfort and amenities, of the iconic full-size pickup truck. We drove a top-of-the-range 2022 Ford…
CHATHAM, Mass. – The 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV, one of the best values amongst the entire pantheon of electric vehicles, is an even better choice than last year’s model as the list price has dropped by $6,300. And Chevrolet made…
SAN FRANCISCO – It has taken less than 25 years for Google to evolve from a name of a service into a verb. Just before the turn of the century, when someone wanted to find anything, they could simply “Google”…
CHATHAM, Mass. – We loved the redesigned 2022 Hyundai Kona Electric Limited, so our continued appreciation of the modern design, quick charging, solid range, comprehensive equipment list, and reasonable price for the 2023 carry-over version is no surprise. There was…
CHATHAM, Mass. – Let us pick two nits and get them out of the way: the electric 2023 Genesis GV60 Performance crossover (CUV) is missing two features that are surprising for such a thoroughly equipped premium vehicle. After a week…
CHATHAM, Mass. – Hyundai offers the American sport-utility (SUV) buyer one of the most extensive array of choices from subcompact to three-row models. The anchor of its compact offerings, the Tucson, was completely redesigned for the 2022 model year and…
CHATHAM, Mass. – Volvo built its reputation in the U.S. market on safety, but with vehicles like the 2022 Volvo XC60 Recharge T8 Inscription Extended Range plug-in-hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) compact sport utility vehicle, the Swedish brand should be known…
AUSTIN, Texas – According to an exclusive Reuters report, the federal Department of Justice has opened a criminal investigation concerning Tesla Inc.’s claims about its Autopilot self-driving system. According to reports, the investigation has been undertaken by prosecutors in Washington,…
NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. – Bosch yesterday celebrated the beginning of production at its EV motor factory on its campus in North Charleston, S.C. The company converted the 200,000-square-foot building which formerly produced diesel-engine components to produce electric motors initially for…
CHATHAM, Mass. – Several weeks ago, we sampled and liked the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt LT2, saying it was a surprisingly complete, solid-value electric vehicle. You can read the review HERE. Following a week in its new for 2022, 6.3-inch longer…