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2022 Mercedes-Benz S500 Episode 4122, Episode 4140
This S-Class has Taken Luxury to a New Level – For generations, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class has truly embodied what it means to be a brand flagship; not only ushering in new technology and styling that quickly trickle down to the rest of their lineup, but setting a new benchmark for the luxury sedan segment itself. Now with SUVs now being the real attention…
2022 Lexus IS 500 F SPORT Performance Episode 4122
Its Raucous V8 is a Glorious Departure from Turboland – When it comes to small, luxury-minded sport sedans, it’s all about balance. And over the years, Lexus has been all over the place with their IS 4-door. Too much luxury for some, not enough for others. Too much technology, not enough performance—and on and on. Let’s hit the track in the new IS 500 F Sport…
2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz
Feels More Like a Low Slung Sports Car Than Any Pickup Truck We’ve Ever Driven – One of the complaints we hear most from viewers is that no one builds small, affordable pickup trucks anymore. Well, that was then and this is now. Ford has stepped up with the fun and frugal maverick, and Hyundai with this snazzier Santa Cruz. Two big brands, two somewhat…
2022 Infiniti QX55 Episode 4120
A More Stylish QX That Comes With Very Little Compromise – Infiniti has been waging war with European luxury brands since the late 1980s. And, since coupe-style utility vehicles are the latest must haves for automotive Europhiles, it makes sense that Infiniti would join in, too. So, let’s find out more about this Infiniti QX55, and see if it’s a worthy…
2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Episode 4118
A BIG Jeep Utility for Growing Jeep Families to Grow into – The last decade has seen tremendous growth in all things SUV with some brands dropping traditional cars all together. Already all-utility all the time, Jeep too added models, but mostly small and mid-size designs. Well, now they’ve gone big family in a big way with the 3-row Grand Cherokee L and a…
2022 Nissan Frontier Episode 4117
This Bold New Frontier Delivers Better than Ever – In case you haven’t noticed, we’re currently in a midsize pickup truck resurgence, with the return of the Ford Ranger and the arrival of new entries like the Jeep Gladiator. But, one entry has been soldiering on for years with little fanfare— it’s the Nissan Frontier. Well it’s time to change that, with its…
2021 Hyundai Elantra N-Line Episode 4116
Increases the Fun Factor Without Being any Less Relaxing to Drive – When we recently tested the all-new 7th generation Hyundai Elantra, we said it delivered exactly what compact cars are supposed to deliver. Well, if you’re looking for something a little more eye-catching, they’ve got you covered there, too, with a new Elantra N Line. By now, you’ve probably…
2021 Audi SQ8 Episode 4115
Classy, Not Flashy, With a Serious Amount of Performance – With all of the SUVs that are currently available, there seems to be one for just about everyone; whether you’re looking for practicality, performance, luxury or style. But every once in a while, one SUV comes along that does all of that and more; and no surprise, it comes from Audi! The Audi Q8 arrived…
2022 Toyota Tundra Episode 4114, Episode 4139
Everything Loyal Toyota Buyers are Looking For – Competing against the Big-3 when it comes to full-size pickup trucks is anything but easy, but the Toyota Tundra has held its own in the segment for some 20-years now. And with the debut of an all-new 3rd generation, it looks like it's not about to shrink from that fight anytime soon. The Toyota Tundra long ago…
2021 Jaguar F-Pace Episode 4114
Gives Buyers a Stylish and Unique Option to Stand Out From the Crowd – Jaguar’s F-Pace arrived for 2017 as the brand’s first SUV. It really impressed us, both with its fantastic style and well-above average driving dynamics; but it wasn’t perfect, and Jag has been refining it ever since. So, time to check back in with the latest F-Pace to see what’s changed for…