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Audi A3 — A fun-to-drive small sedan with a luxury bent


MotorwayAmerica.com

By Jim Meachen and Ted Biederman

(January 8, 2023) Audi introduced the all-new A3 sedan as a 2022 model after a year hiatus, and we give the German luxury car company a high score for creating a fun-to-drive small car that is every bit an Audi as its larger, more-expensive cousins. This is the smallest Audi sedan, and that suits us just fine. We love small cars that can comfortably accommodate two adult passengers in the second row for an occasional trip to a favorite eating place.

Mazda CX-5 turbo — An engaging compact crossover SUV


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By Jim Meachen and Ted Biederman

(January 1, 2023) The 2023 Mazda CX-5 compact crossover SUV with seating for up to five passengers has lived at or near the top of virtually everyone's rankings for the past few years thanks to its premium interior and excellent driving dynamics. Current buyers apparently agree, the CX-5 is an excellent choice because it has become the best-selling vehicle in Mazda's U.S. lineup.

Kia Telluride – Already superb SUV only gets better for 2023



By Jim Prueter
MotorwayAmerica.com

(December 28, 2022) It’s the hottest 8-seat, 3-row SUV on the market with such a selling success that Kia literally can’t build enough of them to meet consumer demand. So much so that Kia is upping production at its West Point, Ga., manufacturing plant by 25 percent to around 120,000 a year.  It’s  the 4th bestselling 3-row SUV in America. In fact, it’s the one I recommend the most for anyone looking for a family friendly 3-row vehicle. 

Land Rover Range Rover SV — Bespoke luxury, peerless refinement



By Jim Prueter
MotorwayAmerica.com

(December 25, 2022) Facing an ever-increasing fierce competition among other ultra-luxe SUV competitors, a new fifth-generation Range Rover has been entirely designed taking luxury, design, poshness and performance to even loftier new heights. 

Toyota Highlander Hybrid Bronze — The number is 35


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By Jim Meachen and Ted Biederman

(December 25, 2022) If you have decided on the purchase of a new 2022 Toyota Highlander, but are torn between the standard gas-engine model or the hybrid edition — maybe because of the price difference? We have three numbers for you that may sway your decision — 35, 35 and 35.

Genesis G80 — A proper luxury sedan


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By Jim Meachen and Ted Biederman

(December 18, 2022) With a head-turning exterior design and a stylish and sumptuous cabin, the 2022 G80 legitimizes Genesis as a true luxury brand. The second-generation G80, now in its second year, can stand toe-to-toe with its Japanese and German competitors and outclasses  nearly all of its American rivals with its first-rate materials and outstanding driving experience.

Volkswagen Jetta — A lot of car for the money


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By Jim Meachen and Ted Biederman

(December 11, 2022) As the cost of living continues to spiral out of control, the dreams of a new car with any level of driving amenities appears out of reach for the struggling family of four. And as interest rates shoot up and dealers insist on collecting more than the Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price, a new car is simply too much for the battered budget. But take heart, there are some surprisingly good alternatives.

Nissan Pathfinder gets back to its rugged family roots



By Casey Williams
MyCarData

(December 7, 2022) The original Pathfinder was a pretty hard-core off-roader based on Nissan’s rugged hardbody compact pickup.  First available with only two doors, but later four, it helped lead America away from station wagons and into family-friendly SUVs.  Subsequent generations became ever softer, eventually looking like a pudgy blimp only the Brady Bunch would love.  That is behind us as the current generation is still pretty plush, but returns style and capability to its roots.

Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV — All-new electric flagship



By Jim Prueter
MotorwayAmerica.com

(December 4, 2022) The first fully electric U.S. Mercedes-EQ rolled into dealer showrooms about a year ago with the EQS sedan and was also the first EQ lineage built on the dedicated platform the German automaker dubbed EVA. We recently reviewed that vehicle and came away super impressed with its rear-wheel steering, a respectable driving range of 350 miles between charges and was further surprised with an AMG version that delivers 649 horsepower and a massive 700 lb.-ft of torque.