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When Dodge rolled out its first Durango in 1998, little did we know what it would become. Using the Dakota truck platform made for a truck-like SUV that could haul both people and cargo. Fast forward to the 2020 Dodge Durango and you have one of the most popular SUVs on the market. Making its... Continue Reading →
Adventure is not reserved for the young. Fifty is the new twenty and with that in mind, Jeep has refreshed its already popular Renegade for 2020 and it continues to check boxes for those who have fun on their wish list, no matter what their age. I have been anxious to drive the Renegade for... Continue Reading →
Sweden. A partner on the Scandinavian peninsula with Norway, it boasts three regions: Norrland, Svealand, and to the south, Gotaland. It locates itself a little closer than the Baltic Sea when it comes home to Geneva, IL for six days in June to celebrate Svenskarnas Dag, the Midsummer Festival. One and all come to Geneva... Continue Reading →
Needs. Wants. Your parents (if you were lucky) explained the difference between these two words to you at a young age. Usually it was defined as a battle. Good vs. evil. Day vs. night. Self-sufficient vs. in debt. Not so with the all-new Ford EcoSport. It's everything you need and all you could want in a... Continue Reading →
Making a splash for summer, here comes the 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan. Loaded with style and class, this VW is working its way into the hearts of car lovers everywhere. This second generation Tiguan stands out in the small SUV market with its "Americanized" size (10.6 inches longer in wheel base) and storage capability (more than... Continue Reading →
What's the old saying, "getting there is half the fun"? Well...I would agree. The one-two punch of the Superman Festival in Metropolis, Illinois and getting there in the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid confirms it. Why a van? Why not! No matter your age or station in life there's always room for a van. Whether you're a... Continue Reading →
Summer road trips lead to many new experiences. No matter the destination, the Nissan Murano arrives in style with performance and a spacious interior fit for all types of fun. Cruising the streets of my town I found myself right at home, literally, in the Nissan Murano. Seeing Muranos driving around western Kentucky, namely Paducah, I... Continue Reading →
The full-size crossover SUV segment has a newly re-designed pack member in the Chevrolet Traverse. With a starting price of less than $30,000 it is being noticed by those seeking roomy comfort for humans and all their "stuff". An overall five-star safety rating and seating for seven/eight via three rows anchors it as a strong... Continue Reading →
The end of the school year brings many rewards. Field trips are one such luxury. Volkswagen has scheduled their rewarding field trips via JETTAHAUS. Hosting this weekend are Chicago and Miami. Next week New York and Los Angeles get the nod. No matter the venue, taking the All-New 2019 Jetta for a spin scores high... Continue Reading →
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