The new Ford Expedition is unlike any other large SUV. It offers the passenger space, cargo room, and towing capacity...
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Denis Flierl has nearly 30 years of automotive experience from his time as an entrepreneur and journalist. During his 13 years as a business owner, Denis worked directly with every major car brand and is uniquely familiar with dozens of makes and models. As an accredited member of the Rocky Mountain Automotive Press (RMAP), he brings that experience to the forefront with every vehicle he reviews. His passion for cars is well-known and respected among his readers and colleagues.
The 2021 Lexus GX 460 is a capable SUV if you are going stir crazy and want to take a...
If you have lots of people to haul, the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Passenger Van is a vehicle you need to look at. Our tester this week offers 12-passenger seating, a high roof so you can walk through, and a turbocharged V6 diesel engine with lots of pulling power. Mercedes-Benz says this...
The 2021 Toyota Corolla benefits from a much-needed redesign, making it more competitive in the already strong compact sedan class....
Toyota keeps adding to its Camry lineup and now has twelve models to choose from. The Japanese automaker has released...
Hyundai continues to impress with new SUVs and upgrades for its current models. The Sonata is one of the oldest nameplates in the South Korean automaker’s lineup, but it’s getting better with age. For the 2020 model year, Hyundai gave the Sonata a full redesign with a stylish new look outside and...
The 2020 Ford Super Duty is even more capable than before. It gets a more powerful diesel V8 engine, a...
The Toyota Highlander is one of the best selling three-row SUVs on the market. For 2020, the Highlander benefits from...
We had the 2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Grand Touring this week, and it came at the right time. There is still plenty of summer left, and it’s the perfect time to drop the top and enjoy the wind in your hair and face. The Mazda Miata RF is versatile...
The Ford Ranger was all-new last year for the U.S. market and has an uphill battle in the midsize truck...
The VW Atlas debuted in 2018 and it’s getting a few changes already, including a new version in the 2020...
The 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe is fresh off a complete redesign last year and is one of the better SUVs on the market if you get the upgraded turbocharged powerplant. The 2.4-liter naturally-aspirated engine for the 2020 Santa Fe is subpar in power. Although we recently drove this version and...
We were waiting for months to get the 2020 Toyota GR Supra because this journalist lives at 8,300 feet elevation...
If you want a Jetta with a little extra flair, the R-Line is sporty, fun to drive, and you can get a...
Families shopping for a large luxury SUV with lots of room, yet rugged enough for roads that would leave other vehicles stranded, should put the 2020 Lexus LX 570 on their list. It comes with enough torque to pull your boat from a muddy spot near the barn to the...
Why change something that is still perfectly good? If something isn’t broke you leave it alone. That’s what Lexus has...
The subcompact SUV class has a number of options for shoppers, but the 2020 Toyota C-HR offers a bolder design...
If you are in the market for a smaller, yet luxurious SUV with excellent fuel mileage, the 2020 Lexus UX is a relatively affordable option. Gas prices won’t stay this low forever, and when they do go back up, this Lexus model will deliver in a big way. If you...
SUV shoppers looking for fuel economy should put the 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle) on their list....
The Cherokee nameplate has been back since 2014 and it continues to get better. Jeep is synonymous with the outdoors...
Wagons are not exactly popular in the U.S., but the 2020 Volvo V60 Cross Country is something many SUV and crossover shoppers should put on their list. If you have looked at the Subaru Outback, this a more luxurious version of the Japanese automaker’s best-selling all-wheel drive vehicle. The V60...
The 2020 Lexus LS 500 is a real head-turner and we snapped a few necks this week as we drove...
The Toyota 4Runner is getting long in the tooth and needs a complete remodel. But even though the SUV hasn’t...
Even though the Lexus GS 350 is needing a complete overhaul, shoppers shouldn’t dismiss the luxury sedan. The GS 350 had all the kinks worked out years ago and could be one of the most dependable, trouble-free models one the market. You get Lexus’ reliability, plus a car that still...
The 2020 Volvo S60 offers a new hybrid model that has more horsepower than the standard edition. The new S60...
The aging Toyota Sequoia gets a new TRD Pro trim level for 2020, but that’s about it. Toyota has kept...
The 2020 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro is for those who want to have a little more fun in the dirt. Off-road enthusiasts will want this big truck for its extra off-road treatments and improved off-pavement performance. It’s the perfect truck for hunting, outdoor recreation, and getting off the beaten path....
Lexus looked at their SUV lineup and realized they couldn’t compete in the three-row family hauler segment; so they stretched...
Those wanting a mid-size pickup to use for more than hauling materials from the big box stores, or furniture from...
Toyota is a leader in hybrid technology and the new RAV4 Hybrid is a very compelling choice. Shoppers wanting a compact SUV with excellent fuel mileage should have the 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid on their list. Toyota is bringing more hybrids rather than going all-electric like other automakers. Although they...