Like a middle child, the Smart Fortwo Electric is clearly misunderstood. Why? Simply because most people are unrealistic as to the expectations of having a fully electric car. In reality, most of the daily needs can be done seamlessly by a car like the Smart Fortwo. The idea was for me to use only this car the entire week I had it and with its 57-mile range, it would be a challenge, or so I thought. Read more
Genesis G90 RWD 5.0 Ultimate (2018)What do you get when you take one-part Mercedes-Benz S Class, one-part Lexus LS, sprinkle a dash of BMW 7 Series and a hint of Audi A8? The result is the all-new Genesis G90 Super Sedan! Read more
Alfa Romeo Giulia (2018)
The Giulia sports sedan is an all-new design that is beautifully proportioned and a blast to drive!
Welcome to the Italian definition of a sporty sedan. Read more
Mercedes-Benz AMG E63s (2018)
Want to make a car enthusiast salivate? Simply say, “AMG!” Ok I admit, it was me and not only did I salivate, I started drooling once the gentleman on the other side of the phone ended the sentence with AMG E63s. Oh boy! It’s going to be fun! Read more
Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk (2018)
Imagine taking a traditional SUV, put in the now famous Hellcat 6.2 liter 707 HP motor, upgraded Brembo brakes, gorgeous 20” wheels shod with high performance, low profile tires and what do you get? A mix of Nirvana and Insanity! I simply kept mumbling the word Insanity! Over and over. I hope the guys in the white coats did not overhear me. Read more
Alfa Romeo Stelvio (2018)
Mention the phrase “I am driving an Italian car” and the words Dramatic… Troublesome… Stylish… Unreliable… Sporty and I would add, Fun could come to mind. Alfa has had a spotty history in the United States and one could argue that is now going to change with the all new Stelvio SUV. Read more
Genesis G80 5.0 Ultimate (2018)
The all new G80 mid-sized sedan is without a doubt, the best effort yet Hyundai has made to seriously play with the luxury big boys from Japan, Germany and even the United States. This didn’t come over night, as Hyundai has previously had several luxury sedans with their 1st and 2nd generation Genesis as well as the Equus and the new G80 and G90 are the latest offerings from Hyundai’s high-end line which became a stand-alone brand in 2016. Think Lexus and Toyota. Read more
Lexus LC500h Coupe (2018)
It’s rare that a concept car makes it into production without many changes and the LC500 coupe is one of those cars that skipped the bean counter cubicle and went directly to production. Well, not quite but you get the idea. Read more
Chrysler Pacifica Plug in Hybrid Platinum (2017)When Chrysler introduced the Pacifica, I thought it was one of the best, if not the best-looking minivans in production. Well it’s not only the best looking, it’s also the best minivan, period. Read more
I admit, I have not driven a Honda in several years, so when I was offered the chance to drive their all-new for 2018 Honda Civic Si coupe, I said sure!
The press car that I drove was bathed in sexy bright red paint that Honda calls Rallye Red, together with the boy-racer-like rear wing, which I admit to really like, plus the blacked out 18” wheels, makes for a dramatic statement in a car. The surprises kept on coming, as I learned that it is only offered with a manual, six-speed transmission. I smiled. Read more
Lincoln MKZ Reserve 2.0 AWD (2017)
Lincoln. For some, it means quality, style and elegance, for others, it could mean a Ford with a different name. For me, after spending time and a fair number of miles driving the MKZ, I can say Lincoln is making great strides in creating a competitive American luxury car, again. Read more
