Posts by Michael Hines
Inside The 2019 Volvo XC40: The New Standard For Crossovers
The XC40 is Volvo’s newest crossover — and perhaps its most important model. Volvo has a good chance at topping 100,000 sales in the United States for the first time since 2007, and that’s because the XC40 has sold so well. Drivers are flocking to Volvo’s all-new crossover, and we learned why after the automaker…
Read More2018 Chevrolet Suburban: The Perfect SUV For Large Families?
Almost every American alive today has grown up with the Chevrolet Suburban. The model was first introduced in 1935 and has been hauling people and cargo across America ever since. Although times have changed, the Suburban is still popular with buyers. If you’re in the market for a full-size, SUV here’s everything you need to know about the 2018 Chevrolet Suburban.
Read More2018 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid: The best hybrid compact CUV out there, but not for long
The compact crossover segment is booming, as is the market for hybrid cars. Considering that fact, you’d think that there’d be a huge market for affordable hybrid compact crossovers as a result, right? Well, not exactly. Buyers who want a hybrid CUV don’t have many options, at least not right now. There’s the Toyota Rav4 Hybrid, Nissan Rogue Hybrid, and Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. That’s it — at least for now.
Read More2018 BMW X5: An Aging and Expensive Icon
It only feels like the BMW X5 has been on the road forever. The luxury SUV, or “sport activity vehicle” as the automaker refers to it, debuted in 1999 and has become a staple of the suburbs. The current-generation X5 debuted in 2014 and is at the end of its life cycle. That said, the aging SUV still carries plenty of appeal and is available in a style to suit almost every need.
Read MoreThe 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC: A Luxury German CUV That Might Not Break the Bank
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class is one of the hottest compact luxury crossovers on the market. The model has helped push the automaker’s sales to new heights in 2018. There are many reasons why the GLC is so popular with buyers, including its wealth of standard features, quality cabin materials, and variety of engines and body styles. If you’re in the market for a compact luxury crossover and are considering the 2018 Mercedes GLC, here’s everything you need to know.
Read More2018 Acura RDX: A Competitive and Affordable Luxury Crossover
The 2018 Acura RDX is one of the many choices in this segment. The RDX has been given lukewarm praise by reviewers and hasn’t been a huge hit with consumers in terms of sales. If you’re in the market for a luxury crossover and are considering the 2018 Acura RDX, here’s everything you need to know.
Read MoreThe 2018 Subaru Forester: An Affordable SUV More Capable Than Most
Over the past decade, Subaru has grown from a niche brand into a major force in the auto industry. A lot of the automaker’s recent success is due to the Forester, its largest SUV and second-best selling model. The Forester has been on a roll, with sales increasing every year since 2011. The crossover is beloved by many for its practicality, standard all-wheel drive, and affordable price.
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