Posts Written by Paul Strauss

Two of the most iconic vehicles that come to mind when you say “supercar” are the McLaren F1 and McLaren P1. Topping these two amazing sports cars is a tall order for the British automaker, and it looks like they pulled out all the stops this time.…

When I started as an automotive journalist, the Italian cars I imagined driving were Ferraris and Lamborghinis. I never pictured myself driving a subcompact electric FIAT with a 94 mph top speed and 162 miles of driving range – let alone one painted in a pinkish hue.…

Most car wheels are made from aluminum alloy or steel, so you’d probably chip a tooth if you tried to bite into one. But what if that wheel was made from chocolate?…

In the 1960s, Ford had its sights set on designing a new kind of recreational vehicle that could transform from a pickup truck to a sort of station wagon.…

The Defender 130 is the longest variant of the rugged and well-appointed Defender lineup. The 200+ inch-long SUV is usually built as a three-row model, but the special Defender 130 Outbound does away with the back row, providing extra cargo space for carrying overlanding gear and other goodies.…

Straight from the factory, the Ford Bronco Raptor and Ranger Raptor are fast and powerful off-road vehicles. But if you’re one of those people like me who always craves more horsepower, you’re in luck.…

While the Kia Telluride hasn’t changed dramatically since it first arrived at dealerships in 2020, it’s still one of the best mid-size 3-row SUVs you can buy, offering appealing looks inside and out, premium trim packages and a long list of standard features that help make it a great value.…

When I was starting out my “adult” life after college, there were still plenty of choices for new cars that wouldn’t break the bank. I ended up buying a 1986 Pontiac Grand Am as my first new car – mostly because I thought it looked cool.…

To date, Kia hasn’t put a pickup truck into production, but that’s about to change with the upcoming release of the 2026 Kia Tasman. Taking aim at mid-size pickups like the Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux, a colorfully camouflaged Tasman was spotted showing its off-road capabilities in California’s Sierra Nevada mountains.…

Since its redesign in 2022, the Nissan Pathfinder has been a worthy contender in the highly competitive 3-row SUV market. The modern Pathfinder’s squared-off, angular styling is handsome and appealing, and its car-like ride qualities make it comfortable for everyday driving.…

AMC (American Motors Corporation) is best remembered for its strange, quirky, and oddly loveable 1970s cars like the Gremlin and the Pacer. But it also made some sportier cars, like the Javelin and its muscular cousin, the AMX.…

The Toyota Tacoma first debuted in 1995, with the last-generation model having seen seven model years of action. For 2024, the Tacoma got a top-to-bottom redesign, from its design to its platform and drivetrain.…

The Lexus GX has always been one of those vehicles that stood out from the rest of its brand’s softer, more luxury-oriented lineup. In its latest incarnation, the 2024 GX 550, it’s the best it’s ever been.…

With vehicles like the 2024 Equinox EV, Silverado EV, and Blazer EV, Chevrolet’s strategy has been to leverage its most popular nameplates and create new vehicles that embody the spirit of their gas-powered counterparts.…

If there’s one thing Mazda knows how to do really well, it’s make cars that are fun to drive. The latest Mazda3 continues this tradition. Available as either a sedan or a hatchback, the Mazda3 combines appealing looks with a sporty demeanor.…