“2019 BMW M850i xDrive Convertible” The Ultimate Drop-Top Bimmer The iconic BMW 8-Series has returned following a 20-year hiatus. It launched initially with the all-new 2019 BMW M850i xDrive 2+2 Coupe – a quintessential GT, signifying a new chapter in the luxury sports coupe’s history of incredible performance, breathtaking design and the latest in technology….
“2020 Hyundai Palisade Limited H-TRAC AWD” Hyundai Launches a Winning Full-size Flagship SUV Coeur d’ Alene, ID – In keeping with an ever growing industry trend, Hyundai Motor America just launched their five-door, three-row full size flagship SUV – the 2020 Hyundai Palisade, joining an already diverse lineup of six other SUVs. It is available…
By Barbara & Bill Schaffer Eagle, Idaho – When we heard that Barbara’s son-in-law, Todd, would be racing in the NASCAR K&N Pro Series West race in Roseburg, Oregon, we figured it was a good time to go watch him race. We happen to have the 2019 GMC Terrain SLT and decided it would be…
By Barbara & Bill Schaffer Eagle, Idaho – The clerk in the convenience store looked out the front window admiring the 2019 Volkswagen Jetta GLI 35 we were driving and asked us what a GLI was. We responded, ‘it’s the upper-level Jetta with more performance features and the 35 means it a special model for…
By Barbara & Bill Schaffer With the automotive market featuring more three-row crossovers and SUVs than we can recite from memory, it’s difficult to sort through the list simply to identify the ones you want to check out before you buy….
“2019 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited Platinum AWD” An Ideal Three-row Hybrid Family Transport The Toyota Highlander was a pioneer in the midsize crossover SUV category 18 years ago, and became the class benchmark. The Highlander entered its fourth generation last year, with seating for up to eight seating up to eight, with four model grades,…
By Barbara & Bill Schaffer The car buying process usually requires compromise. Sometimes the styling is compromised for more convenience, or visa versa. Then there is the compromise between performance and fuel economy and the one between the budget and desire….
“2019 BMW X7 xDrive 50i SAV” BMW Launches Two models of Stellar First Ever X7 BMW has just entered the full size SUV arena with two stunning models of their first ever X7 SUV (except their term is SAV for Sports Activity Vehicle). And for the first time it will be possible to pre-order a…
“2020 Kia Soul X-Line 4-door Hatchback” Third Generation Soul Exhibits Positive Evolution Kia’s 2020 Soul lineup continues to evolve with its iconic ectomorphic form and silhouette, but on an all-new platform. AWD and optional turbocharging are not offered on this popular subcompact .econo-box hatch crossover that does display a more progressive design, modernized technology and…
“2019 Chevrolet Equinox LT 2.0T AWD” Adventure Ready Compact SUV The Equinox is Chevoret’s second best selling vehicle following Chevy’s Silverado truck lineup, with nearly 2 million sold to date. The 2019 Chevrolet Equinox steps up to the plate ready to shine with appealing styling cues, sleek aerodynamic features that enhance the lineup’s appearance in…
