By Barbara & Bill Schaffer We were disappointed to see so many automakers dropping diesel engine cars and light trucks over the last few years. We?ve advocated diesel engines because of their better fuel economy numbers and good performance. Plus, scientific studies have shown that properly configured diesel engines are cleaner than gasoline engines….
By Barbara & Bill Schaffer As long-time automotive journalists, we?ve developed a fondness for diesel-powered vehicles. It?s the abundant torque and better fuel economy that gives them an advantage over gasoline engines in our minds. In addition, modern diesel engines are usually very quiet, smokeless and there is no odor. However, it was unfortunate that…
By Barbara and Bill Schaffer When you?ve been around the automotive business as long as we have (25+ years) you develop some distinct likes and dislikes. For example, one of our favorite luxury SUVs has been the Range Rover. What?s not to like — it?s plush, comfortable, fast and it goes over rugged off road…
By Bill & Barbara Schaffer Shelton, Wash. ? In NWAPA Mudfest 2016 — Part 1 we reviewed the Outdoor Activity Vehicles from the Compact Utility, Premium Compact Utility and Family categories. In Part 2 we feature the Premium, Extreme Capability and Pickup categories. This year?s program was held at the Ridge Motorsports Park in…
By Bill Schaffer Sedona, Ariz. ? I have long been an advocate of diesel power, and still am, even with the recent Volkswagen diesel-gate situation. That?s the second time in recent history diesel power has ended up with a black eye ? first time was when General Motors tried diesel in the 1970s and 1980s….
?2016 Range Rover Td6 and Range Rover Sport Td6? Land Rover introduces Two Luxury Diesels to North America Sedona, AZ.– Even though the iconic Land Rover brand has been selling diesel models in Europe for the past two years, there were none to be had on our shores. Problem solved. Land Rover has just introduced…
