Paul Borden

When size matters, Chevy Tahoe stands out among large SUVs



By Paul Borden
MotorwayAmerica.com

(November 30, 2022) If you’re in the market for a large SUV, sooner or later — probably sooner — you’re going to find yourself in a Chevrolet showroom looking at a new Tahoe and/or Suburban. Likely it will be the Tahoe, which through the third quarter of this year had more than doubled its older stablemate in sales.

EQB compact SUV latest entrant in Mercedes all-electric fleet


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By Paul Borden
MotorwayAmerica.com

(November 24, 2022) Mercedes-Benz keeps expanding its all-electric fleet with a new introductory sub-compact model based on the gas-powered GLB SUV as the latest newcomer. It comes in two versions, the EQB300 and the EQB350, the former providing a bit more in the way of range and the latter more in the way of power and performance. Both come with Mercedes’ 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system as standard. This review is based on the EQB350.

Available Super Cruise provides hands-free driving for XT6 SUV



By Paul Borden
MotorwayAmerica.com

(November 15, 2022) Since joining the fleet of Cadillac’s fleet of XT-designated SUVs for 2020, the XT6 has picked up a couple of extra features in ensuing years as it fights on in the large and very challenging midsize luxury SUV segment. New this year, buyers of the 2023 Cadillac XT6 have the option of adding Cadillac’s Super Cruise system that provides a hands-free driving experience on more than 400,000 miles of compatible roads and highways.

Ioniq 5 hatchback at heart of Hyundai's 'electrified' lineup



By Paul Borden
MotorwayAmerica.com

(November 4, 2022) MIAMI — Hyundai has embarked on an ambitious program with a goal of selling a million “electrified” models worldwide as soon as the year 2025 to fulfill the public’s growing demand for more eco-friendly vehicles. Loren Wong, Assistant Manager for Product Planning for Hyundai North America, made that point last month in a visit Miami last month to talk about the South Korean automaker’s plans.

2023 Infiniti QX55 gets more features as standard equipment


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By Paul Borden
MotorwayAmerica.com

(October 24, 2022) Just in its second model year, the 2023 Infiniti QX55 comes with more features as standard, which makes it an underrated, but attractive alternative for shoppers in the compact luxury SUV segment. It retains a more rakish profile than its stablemate QX50 with the sleeker styling giving it a coupe-like image.

Refreshed Navigator leads way for 2022 in Lincoln's all-SUV lineup


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By Paul Borden
MotorwayAmerica.com

(October 16, 2022) With updated exterior features, a plush roomy interior filled with user-friendly tech features, and a muscular, twin-turbocharged V6 to propel its hefty weight, the refreshed Lincoln Navigator sits at the top of the company’s all-SUV portfolio for 2022. Available in three trim levels and in short or long wheelbase form, the 2022 Lincoln Navigator offers buyers an appealing choice for those shopping in the full-size luxury SUV segment.

Ford looking to future with all-electric F-150 Lightning



By Paul Borden
MotorwayAmerica.com

(October 13, 2022) Ford has had the top-selling pickup on the market for over four decades with its F-Series, and now it has taken a big step to ensure it is in position to keep that title with the introduction of its all-electric Lightning F150. Not the first EV truck on the market — that honor would go to the R1T from Rivian, a startup company founded in 2009 and headquartered in California — the 2022 Ford Lightning has the power of the F-150 reputation behind it and comes with a more appealing price tag than the handful of its present competitors.

Hyundai Palisade moves to top of the class with 2023 refreshing


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By Paul Borden
MotorwayAmerica.com

(October 2, 2022) The Hyundai Palisade has been been around for only a short while but already the South Korean automaker’s largest SUV has made quite an impression. Such respected publications as U.S. News & World Report has the 2023 Hyundai Palisade sharing the top spot with Kia’s award-winning Telluride in its rankings of midsize SUVs.

Grand Cherokee gets electrified with plug-in model for 2022



By Paul Borden
MotorwayAmerica.com

(October 1, 2022) Jeep kicks off the fifth generation of its flagship SUV by introducing its first electrified Grand Cherokee a year after the debut of the 2021 plug-in Wrangler. No, the 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe is not a fully electric vehicle, but a plug-in that includes a gasoline engine to allay any fears of running out of power while on an extended trip.

2022 Infiniti QX60 moves into second generation with redesign



By Paul Borden
MotorwayAmerica.com

(September 27, 2022) The big brother of the popular QX50 and newer QX55, the Infiniti QX60 is back for 2022 after sitting out a year for a redesign that moved it into its second generation. It is a tad shorter, but a bit taller and sleeker than its predecessor with a high-class, roomy, and quiet cabin packed with fairly intuitive tech features. Elegant describes the stylish interior.