Imagine driving down a highway cutting through a remote part of the state late at night while snow is hitting the windshield. The temperatures hover just below freezing so frozen flakes swirl below the tires who roll along the white salt treated road. The interior of the car is warm, cozy, and sleep inducing for…
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9 Reasons Non-Minivan Owners Will Fall in Love with the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica
This post is sponsored by FCA US; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own Confession: I’m a mom who doesn’t drive a minivan and have always been ok with it until I spent a week driving the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. I have to say it wasn’t love at first sight though. Despite clean…
Mazda 5: Budget Friendly Solution for Carpooling
As a non-mini van owner, it’s hard to participate in carpooling when our vehicle only holds one extra child but the 2013 Mazda 5 Grand Touring, provides mini-van styling and seating in a more compact form. What We Liked Ample seating. The Mazda 5 is a family friendly car that accommodates a total of six…
2013 Mazda CX-9: Affordable 7 Seat Crossover with Room for the Whole Family
The 2013 Mazda CX-9 is a comfortable mid-size crossover with plenty of flexible seating for up to seven passengers and trunk space to accommodate luggage for family road trips. We recently had the opportunity to try out Mazda’s newest model during our spring break trip to California with my parents where plans included picking up our…
2013 Ford Escape: Small affordable SUV with great tech features
The 2013 Ford Escape is a comfortable small SUV well suited for a tech savvy family of 4 who wants extras that won’t break the bank. Testing included driving the Ford Escape into Washington, D.C. for a theater performance, packing it full of supplies and snacks for both kids’ Valentine’s class parties, and an impromptu…
Cadillac SRX: Luxurious Crossover SUV with an Eye for Detail
The Cadillac brand has always been synonymous with American luxury but I never truly grasped the nuances of the brand until getting behind the wheel of the 2013 Cadillac SRX. Not only is this crossover SUV absolutely stunning but it’s full of thoughtful features that help enhance the driver and passenger experience and make it…
The Camry Effect: Crowdsourced Camry Memories From Friends & Fellow Bloggers
Earlier this week I shared my experience driving a Toyota Camry for a week but since the vehicle was launched in North America in 1991, owners have felt a connection to the car and also the Toyota brand. Everyone seems to have a story about the Camry. With 7 million Camry drivers, Toyota launched the…
Toyota Camry: Understanding Why So Many Love This Midsize Sedan
It’s easy to see why the Toyota Camry is the most popular car in Toyota’s line of vehicles and recently took over the title of being the best selling car in North America in May 2012. After spending a week with a Camry SE, I determined that this mid-size car that is spacious enough for…
Toyota Highlander Hybrid: EcoFriendly Dream for Families
Families who are looking for a non-minivan option that is safe, allows for flexible seating, plenty of storage room, and is eco-friendly, will appreciate the Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited. Since being introduced as Toyota’s first hybrid SUV in 2006, the Highlander Hybrid been named a “Top Safety Pick” by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety…
Kia Rio: Compact and Fuel Efficient with Power to Surprise
Kia continues to live up to their tagline “power to surprise” with the Kia Rio. This super sporty and incredibly affordable vehicle may not boast the hybrid qualities of the Kia Optima or the flexible seating in the Sorento, but it’s a solid car that delivers on performance for anyone looking for a compact vehicle….
