ROAD TEST: 2020 Hyundai Venue Trend

ROAD TEST: 2020 Hyundai Venue Trend

By Shari Prymak With consumer demand for crossovers at an all-time high, automakers are working to expand their offerings, explore new niches, and occasionally stretch the boundaries of what constitutes an SUV. In the case of Hyundai, the Korean brand has decided to...
ROAD TEST: 2020 Toyota Highlander Limited Platinum

ROAD TEST: 2020 Toyota Highlander Limited Platinum

By Shari Prymak The Highlander was Toyota’s first go at a sizable, three-row, crossover SUV. Although it started life as a practical family mover alternative for those who wouldn’t be caught dead in a minivan, the Highlander has quickly become the default choice in...
ROAD TEST: 2020 Lincoln Aviator Reserve

ROAD TEST: 2020 Lincoln Aviator Reserve

By Shari Prymak For as long as it mattered, Lincoln was in a slump with a lineup of blatantly rebadged Fords with weird names that were just plain undesirable. More recently, however, the brand has undergone something of a rebirth, and has worked hard to reestablish...
ROAD TEST: 2020 Hyundai Sonata 1.6T Ultimate

ROAD TEST: 2020 Hyundai Sonata 1.6T Ultimate

By Shari Prymak It is no secret that midsized sedans like the Hyundai Sonata are losing favour with consumers. The once go-to family cars have been replaced by the overwhelming dominance of crossover SUVs. The result is that the remaining players have resorted to...
ROAD TEST: 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 4MATIC

ROAD TEST: 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 4MATIC

By Shari Prymak The first generation CLA was originally introduced as a stylish, semi-affordable entry-point to Mercedes-Benz ownership. Despite common criticisms for a rather low-grade cabin, lack of features, and an unrefined driving experience, the allure of its...
ROAD TEST: 2020 Mazda CX-30 GS AWD

ROAD TEST: 2020 Mazda CX-30 GS AWD

By Shari Prymak Mazda is a company which has long based its reputation around sporty, fun to drive cars that are well-made and affordable to purchase. Like many automakers, however, Mazda’s focus has shifted away from cars towards high-demand crossovers and SUVs. As a...