Stay up-to-date with our monthly email recaps of the latest auto industry news, car reviews and driving safety, technology and lifestyle tips.
The best way to stay in touch with Car Coach reports is to sign up (above) for our monthly email news report. Then subscribe on YouTube for alerts when new video stories and car reviews publish!
Stay up-to-date with our monthly email recaps of the latest auto industry news, car reviews and driving safety, technology and lifestyle tips.
The best way to stay in touch with Car Coach reports is to sign up (above) for our monthly email news report. Then subscribe on YouTube for alerts when new video stories and car reviews publish!
The 2021 Acura TLX is set to launch as the quickest, best-handling and most well-appointed sedan in the brand’s 35-year history.
2021 Alpina XB7 offers a superior driving experience and outstanding power.
The Alpina XB7 is like nothing else and offers the highest caliber quality material, luxury, bespoke details, and a true BMW driving experience. Prices start at $141,300.
Check out the 2021 Audi RS 7 – sound, interior, and exterior in detail. The second generation of the RS7 is even more impressive with blazing performance in a five-door coupe, new aggressive RS styling, and striking design. Audi high-performance top performer sedan.
The new 2021 BENTLEY BENTAYGA V8 is an ultra-luxury SUV that offers the ultimate in power, luxury, and usability. We take it for a drive and give it a Car Coach Reports Rating in 10 categories.
If I didn’t cover anything else, put it in the comments below and I’ll be happy to answer your questions.
The BMW 4-series coupe is completely redesigned for 2021, and it’s wearing a controversial new grill. The 2.0-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo inline 4-cylinder, rear-wheel drive with 255 hp. Prices for the 2021 BMW 4 Series start at $45,600 for a rear-drive 430i, while the xDrive all-wheel-drive system drives that up to $47,600.
The 2021 BMW M5 sedan is an impressive thrill ride for the street and the track. The 2021 BMW M5 sedan delivers 617 horsepower from its fine-tuned V8 and earns the zero to 60 mph: 3.0 sec. We take for a test drive on the street and on the Monticello track for soe testing. If you have additional questions, put them in the comments below and I’ll be happy to answer.
The newest off-road capable SUV is the 2021 Bronco Sport, the full-sized Bronco in 2022. The Big Bend and Outer Banks trim levels are a turbocharged 1.5-liter three-cylinder engine with 181 horsepower and 190 lb-ft of torque. All Bronco Sports are 4WD and an eight-speed automatic transmission. The Band Lands and First Edition, reviewed separately, offers a larger 2L engine and more off-road capability.
Check out the ALL NEW 2021 Buick Envision has made a host of changes to its top luxury compact SUV. On the outside, you will find all-new sheet metal, front fascia, grille, and wheels. The interior of the Envision is more spacious and features an all-new integrated 10.2″ infotainment system, wireless connectivity. This is Buick’s small 5-passenger SUV that slots between the even smaller Encore and the larger three-row Enclave. Buick is all SUV.
The fully redesigned 2021 Cadillac Escalade has more interior space, especially for rear passengers, significant gains in second-and third-row seating space, and added cargo space. The enhanced driving dynamics with a new independent rear suspension and available Magnetic Ride Control, Air Ride Adaptive Suspension and Electronic Limited Slip Differential.
We take it for a drive and give it a Car Coach Reports Rating in 10 categories. If I didn’t cover anything else, put it in the comments below and I’ll be happy to answer your questions.
The 2021 Chevrolet Camaro offers excellent handling, the latest infotainment features, and plenty of speed no matter which engine you choose. Our test car has a 3.6L V6. Engine choices include: standard – 2L 4 cylinder, 275-hp; LT1 – 455-hp, 6.2-liter V-8; ZL1 – 650-hp, 6.2-liter V-8 with an automatic or manual transmission. We compare the Camaro convertible to the Ford Mustang convertible and hardtop Dodge Challenger. The 2021 Camaro Convertible – is now the time to buy?
The all-new 2021 Chevrolet Suburban has been redesigned to be the ultimate SUV, offering the most interior space of any SUV, exclusive technologies and features, and the best driving dynamics in the full-size SUV segment.
2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer will provide a uniquely youthful, yet functional choice in the fast-growing small SUV segment. After a 12-year hiatus, the Trailblazer name has been revived for the U.S. We take it for a drive and give it a Car Coach Reports Rating in 10 categories.
Lauren and Paul take the 1972 Ford Bronco and the 2021 Ford Bronco off-road, mudding and you get to come along for the ride. This is the first drive of the new Bronco Sport and much more. The 2-door and 4-door Bronco are going after Jeep “head-to-head”.
The 2021 Bronco Sport – First Edition is one of 4 different models, all Bronco Sports come All Wheel Drive (AWD). Every Bronco is different and can be built to your needs. Big Bend and Outer Banks trim levels is a turbocharged 1.5-liter three-cylinder engine, the First Edition and Badlands offer a 2L Turbo engine. Extra drive modes and more make this SUV with test driving.
The Ford F-150 is a full-size light-duty pickup truck, and it has dominated new vehicle sales in the United States for the last 43 years.
The new 3.5 liter PowerBoost in the 2021 Ford F150 is the only full hybrid powertrain available, generating 430 horsepower and 570 lb.- ft. of torque, it can tow up to 12,700 pounds.
Safety: All-new F-150 offers the latest driver-assist features as part of Ford Co-Pilot360 2.0. More features are now standard on XL, including Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking and Pedestrian Detection to help avoid a possible collision with another vehicle or a pedestrian, rearview camera with dynamic hitch assist, auto high beam headlamps.
Is the all-new 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E – a Mustang or a Tesla Killer? Ford has invested big to create a front runner in the EV marketplace, one that gives the Tesla Model Y a run for its money. It may be less expensive but what are your getting for your money? We take it for a test drive and show you everything you need to know, score it with Car Coach Reports ratings before you go for a test drive.
The new 2021 Ford Ranger Tremor off-road package is a SuperCrew that comes standard with 4×4, and you are going to want to use it every day. The Tremor package goes beyond the FX4 Off-Road Package. The Tremor offers increased ground clearance, off-road tuned suspension, and aggressive 32” General Grabber tires. We are still waiting for the Ranger Raptor, this will have to hold you till then.
Meet the 2021 Genesis G80 Luxury Midsize Sedan it is DRAMATICALLY DIFFERENT. It’s equipped with an exciting array of intuitive technology and safety components, the fully redesigned G80 competes with BMW, Audi, Mercedes Benz, Lexus, and more. Is it better?
The All-new Genesis GV80, this all-new luxury SUV is sure to impress and offer great vale, impressive technology and creative safety. Relax and enjoy the GV80.
The ALL NEW 2021 Genesis GV80 2 5L AWD is a 3-row SUV. This luxury SUV is powered by a 2.5-liter turbocharged Inline-4. Take a detailed review and test drive in the GV80 2 5L AWD. Is the 2021 Genesis GV80 Prestige the BEST NEW luxury SUV you can BUY?
We test drive and review the 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid. The revised 2021 Honda Accord gets an 8.0-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The design changes will give you a new perspective on the Accord.
We take it for a drive and give it a Car Coach Reports Rating in 10 categories.
If I didn’t cover anything else, put it in the comments below and I’ll be happy to answer your questions.
America’s most popular minivan gets a makeover including an industry-first Rear Seat Reminder with an Integrated Camera.
America’s best retail-selling minivan 10 years running, for 2021 there are some new safety features and improvements that are worth knowing about
The 2021 Hyundai Elantra looks like a small Sonata. We take the 2021 Hyundai Elantra for a review and road test, The Hyundai Elantra wins the North American Car of the Year award for 2021. Competing against the Nissan Sentra and Genesis G80. This is a huge win for Hyundai, the Elantra is all new with new technology and design.
2021 Kia GT-Line AWD and 2021 K5 GT Outperforms BMW 330i. The new GT-Line amps up the style and driving excitement of the new K5 at an attractive price. The new turbo 2.5-liter engine in the GT model makes 290 horsepower and exterior styling upgrades. Is the new K5 better than the previous KIA Optima?
Car Coach Lauren Fix reveals the 2021 KIA K5 Optima GT. This is the first look at Kia’s most powerful mid-size sedan ever. Watch the video car review!
The Optima is officially gone and it is replaced by the K5. Is it more than a name change? Is the hype true? Goodbye to the KIA Optima.
The ALL-NEW 2021 Kia K5 is at dealers and THIS should have Camry and Accord worried! We test drove the LX, the GT will be reviewed in a separate test.
The 2021 KIA Seltos is a new crossover powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine producing 146 horsepower and 132 lb.-ft. of torque, or a 1.6-liter Turbo GDI engine putting out 175 horsepower and 195 lb.-ft. of torque, paired with a 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission. The Seltos rides on 17” or 18” alloy wheels with red …
We take the 2021 Kia Sorento to review and road test. With a bold new design with an extended wheelbase, the all-new Sorento offers more passenger and cargo room than the outgoing Sorento SUV. Sorento features new a powertrain line-up with available Turbo and Hybrid. We take it for a drive and give it a Car Coach Reports Rating in 10 categories. If I didn’t cover anything else, put it in the comments below and I’ll be happy to answer your questions.
The new Land Rover Defender is tough and capable. This iconic 4×4 represents 70 years of innovation and improvement. Land Rover’s new Defender is more sophisticated than some purists would prefer, but it still has what it takes to be a seriously capable trail vehicle. It offered in two-door and four-door configurations available, available seven-passenger seating. We take it for a drive and give it a Car Coach Reports Rating in 10 categories.
The 2021 Lexus IS300 and IS350 F Sport have been redesigned. We will test drive and review the IS300 and give you some information on the #IS350 in comparison. We will give it a Car Coach Reports Rating in 10 categories. See them in the chapters.
If I didn’t cover anything else, put it in the comments below and I’ll be happy to answer your questions.
With its 2021 RX 350L – Lexus looks to continue its dominance in the luxury crossover SUV segment. For 2021, the entire RX line-up gets an updated interior color scheme called glazed caramel and there’s a new Black Line Special Edition for the F-Sport models as well. There are new standard safety features for 2021 …
The 2021 Lincoln Nautilus midsize luxury SUV with a new interior that exudes a sense of calm and signature technologies. Powered by a 2.7-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine, delivering 335 horsepower and 380 lb.-ft. of torque. Or the 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder remains standard, with its 250 horsepower and 280 lb.-ft. of torque. Both engines have an 8-speed transmission for smooth acceleration and an effortless drive experience. Nautilus will continue to be built in Oakville, Ontario, Canada.
The 2021 Mercedes Benz E450 is powered by a turbocharged inline-six-cylinder engine with a 48-volt hybrid system that doubles as an electric supercharger. There are some impressive new technology upgrades that make this Mercedes pretty impressive.
Mercedes-AMG, launched the new 2020 GLE 63 S Coupe and Mercedes-Benz GLS is powered by a 4.0L V8 twin-turbo engine that’s mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission, along with the company’s 4MATIC+ all-wheel-drive system.
This is the 2021 S-Class from Mercedes-Benz. The next-generation MBUX infotainment system will have facial recognition, a fingerprint scanner, and more voice-activated features. The #SClass stands for the fascination of #MercedesBenz: innovative engineering and beautiful design define the luxury segment in the automobile industry. It’s all about #luxury and technology! 0:00 0.03 New Mercedes-Benz Exterior …
MINI has just announced the new 2021 MINI Cooper 1499 GT Special Edition and the 2021 MINI Countryman Oxford Edition! Paul Fix II breaks down what you need to know about the new MINI special editions, plus some cool past special editions you might find interesting.
Check out the 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid XSE Hybrid, it offers a redesigned front fascia, new gloss-black 19-inch wheels, a floating multimedia screen, and the debut of Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+. No matter the grade, each Camry Hybrid uses the fuel-efficient Toyota Hybrid System (THS II) engineered to provide spirited performance and driving enjoyment.
2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid and new sporty XSE trim. Has a new interface with top NHTSA crash test safety. 4 trim levels including the 2021 Toyota Highlander; 2021 Toyota Highlander XSE; and 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Platinum AWD.
Check out the in-depth review and the Car Coach Reports ratings in 10 categories. If I didn’t cover anything else, put it in the comments below and I’ll be happy to answer your questions.
Toyota is clearly out to change the perception that hybrids are slow and boring. The NEW 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime is here to change the way you view a plug-in hybrid SUV forever.
The totally redesigned 2021 Toyota Sienna offers unique styling, a standard hybrid powertrain, and available all-wheel drive. The new features and options are enough to make the competitors know that the three players are head to head. The Toyota Sienna competes with Chrysler Pacifica and Honda Odyssey. Also, consider the KIA Sedona (now called the Carnival ); it is a strange name choice.
The 2021 Toyota Supra 3.0 gets a power boost and updated chassis tuning.
New for 2021 is the GR Supra 2.0 is the first-ever four-cylinder version, with 255 horsepower and lower weight. The new GR Supra A91 Edition offers exclusive color and design features. GR stands for Gazoo Racing.
The Venza is back for 2021 and there are some major changes by Toyota. The new Venza slots in between the Highlander & RAV4. It’s a family-sized hybrid SUV with Lexus luxury and gets 40 MPGs. We show you everything you need to know, score it with Car Coach Reports review ratings before you go for a test drive.
To be honest, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect from the Volkswagen 2021 Arteon SE. With competition from the Honda Accord Sport, Nissan Maxima, KIA K5 and the Toyota Camry TRD Pro, I knew it was in a competitive category. Of course, there’s that running joke that it’s the poor-man’s Audi A5 and that’s …
The Volvo XC40 Recharge P8 is Volvo’s first-ever fully electric car. It is based on the best-selling XC40 small premium SUV. inside, an innovative functional interior that provides drivers with plenty of storage space. The XC40 Recharge P8 AWD offers several large and smartly designed storage compartments in the doors, under the seats, and in the trunk. Not having an internal combustion engine means that the car provides drivers with even more storage space, via a so-called ‘frunk’ storage space under the front hood. The range of over 248 miles on a single charge.
New for 2021Volvo XC60 receives several new standard features – blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, LED headlights, a wireless smartphone charging pad, and front parking sensors, as well as a new 19-inch wheel design and power-folding exterior mirrors with an auto-dimming function. Check out the Car Coach Reports ratings in 10 categories.
Since Toyota announced the end of its infamous Land Cruiser, die-hard off-roaders should be checking out the Lexus GX 460 as a viable solution. It’s really the only SUV left in the Lexus line-up that’s built for off-roading and has some great aftermarket solutions to really kick it up a notch. In fact, over the …
Reviewed: Lexus 2021 GX 460 – Dated tech but great off-road Read More »
The redesigned 2021 Nissan Rogue debuts with all-new looks, updated technology, and additional features. Is the 2021 Nissan Rogue the best new SUV to buy or lease?