2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE Class at the New York International Auto Show Were you just thinking that Mercedes-Benz could stand to expand its product lineup a bit? Perhaps with another SUV? Well then your prayers have been answered, as the new 2016 GLE Class is here at the New York International Auto Show strutting its...
Lexus pulled the wraps off its new, fourth-generation RX sport utility vehicle at the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) this morning. This pioneer of the luxury SUV segment represents 30 percent of the vehicles the brand has sold in its 26-year history, and now enters 2016 with a fresh look and spec list. As to...
The 2015 Lincoln MKC is undeniably Lincoln’s best effort at making a premium crossover utility vehicle (CUV). The MKC shares much of its innards with the Ford Escape, which is not a bad thing in itself considering the latest version of the Escape is a confident example of a compact SUV.
Lexus has a reputation for making vehicles that are comfortable, quiet, safe, reliable, but perhaps a bit boring. Although the company is trying to create a more exciting brand image, through such vehicles as the exotic LFA and the new RC coupe, its bread and butter will continue to be more sensible sedans and...
It’s no secret that car enthusiasts love to hate on SUVs, as most just don’t perform well, especially compared to a well-designed coupe or sedan. Even your modern car-based crossover is just too tall, too heavy, and too likely to be stuck doing carpool duty to warrant any serious consideration from a performance...
BMW rolled out some stunning cars at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show. With a portfolio of a strong line-up on display, from the powerful X6 M and exquisite 4 Series Gran Coupé to the never dull or boring i8 and i3 all-electric powered cars, Automotive Rhythms takes a deeper dive into BMW’s 2015 outlook. A conversation...
Evolution of the modern Land Rover family took another bold step with the introduction of the Land Rover Discovery Sport, unveiled at the 2014 Paris Motor Show. Our first look at the new 2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport reveals it is all about space utilization and utility, including an available third row seat for...
The 2014 Volvo XC60 is a mid-size crossover/SUV that has distinguished styling, an extensive list of safety equipment, and all-weather capability. Handsome and chiseled from almost any angle, the XC60 defies the stodgy look of its Swedish wagon brethren and carries a certain savoir faire attitude. The interior is...
Pebble Beach has become a spectacular venue for introducing old and new cars to an enthusiastic crowd that truly appreciates all things automotive. Today Jaguar and Land Rover revealed three special-edition vehicles at Pebble Beach before this weekend’s Concours d’Elegance: a 550-hp Range Rover Sport SVR, the U.S....
Luxury crossovers are one of the hottest segments in the market, and smaller sized entry-level premium crossovers have become especially enticing for new car buyers. More practical than a sedan, and with the kind of features and performance befitting a luxury car, these little utes are being snapped up by young...
Looks like every luxury automaker is putting in their bids for the next hot, small, premium utility vehicle to meet the diverse needs of active consumer lifestyles. Whether a parent juggling three weekend games for your children, a hardcore off-road cyclist or a hospitable friend who volunteers their ride for road...
If the BMW X3 – a popular compact SUV that compares very favorably with any other luxurious compact SUV – were a men’s shoe, it would be an Allen Edmonds dress shoe. Distinctive, refined, and classically styled. The X3 is everything you expect from a compact luxury SUV, but it comes in a package that could be easily...
The newest vehicle in the Lincoln lineup demonstrates again that creating luxury requires the right mix of quality ingredients. From its signature split-wing grille flanked by HID headlamps to its available hands-free, wraparound power liftgate featuring full-width LED taillamps, the all-new 2015 Lincoln MKC is a...
Likes: Immaculate interiors Vastly improved handling State of the art safety technology Dislikes: Relic DVD Package When Cadillac introduced their full-size luxury SUV to the marketplace in 1999, it became an instant attraction for connoisseurs of all things grand and opulent. It garnered the attention and met...
