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So, here’s the dilemma. You still have a pair and crave the need for speed. Like space shuttle, sucked-back-in-your-seat G-force speed. A giddy, testosterone-infused dragster thrust. However, you’re still saddled with schlepping the kids around and require a trunk for the honey-do cargo. What’s a speed freak to do? The 2024 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing is what. Especially the 20th anniversary …

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Remember when you tried on a pair of jeans or swung new golf clubs and instantly felt like you’ve had them your entire life? No conjuring rationalizations to justify the purchase, and zero buyer’s remorse. In fact, you want to hoard a bunch in reserve fearing the company quits making them down the road.  The 2024 Acura RDX SH-AWD A-Spec …

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Let us count the ways this ride separates itself from the crowded SUV/Crossover segment. Seriously, who wouldn’t entertain a cargo sensibility mated with Porsche sportiness? I’m a huge fan.  Skin The 2024 Panamera 4’s sexy streamlined silhouette possesses some delicious Porsche genes – especially with the brand’s fabulous HD-Matrix Design LED headlights and new brake taillight strip. The front is …

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Trucks and Texas go together like BBQ and beer. In fact, I bet there’s no one in the state who doesn’t know someone with a truck – or own one themselves. The new luxury cargo haulers have grown in popularity every year– and for many practical and thoughtful reasons.  Our latest Drive Time feature showcases the excellent 2024 GMC Sierra …

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Most guys’ bucket list should include a barbered straight-razor shave, a custom-tailored suit, playing Cypress Point, navigating the Autobahn, and driving a convertible. It’s safer and more sensible than a crotch rocket motorcycle, but just as liberating with the fresh air and 360° visibilities. Driving one will melt years off your calendar and evaporate everyday stress.   The 2023 Mercedes-AMG …

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Let’s face it; there’s no shortage of options to ponder in the popular SUV/Crossover categories. The higher stance allows for easier entering and exiting, especially as we age. Added storage and roomier passenger space add to the allure. Finally, manufacturers got wise that consumers want to drive a vehicle that has a bit of pizazz to the exterior rather than …

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The oft-admired Land Rover brand continues to add excellent rides to its popular roster. Add in the welcome reassurance of its iconic 4-wheel capability, overcoming various climatic and terrain challenges, to continue adding to the brand’s allure as a superb choice for the sedate urbanite and off-road adventurer. A terrific new option is the much-anticipated 2024 Land Rover Defender 110 …

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The two main questions to answer for potential auto consumers are electric or gas-powered vehicles and SUV versus sedan? Both have benefits, depending on lifestyles and what delights you behind you the wheel. Fortunately, there are enough choices to ponder before driving your decision off the lot.  One worthy option is the new 2023 EQE 350 4MATIC sedan, the latest …

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For years, Volvo’s much-deserved claim to fame was their peerless safety features rather than sexy lines as the boxy rides resembled rolling security-laden refrigerators. Not the most alluring silhouettes, but at least you had a great chance of arriving in one piece.  Thankfully, Volvo designers have heard the shouts of customers demanding their safety in beautiful packages. Good on them.  …

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While the admired Acura RDX and MDX SUVs enjoyed stellar sales, the company’s sports sedan strained to keep up. Well, I’m happy to write “Welcome Back Acura!”  For years, the premium line of Honda had meandered away from its popular third generation (2004-08) TL sports sedan, considered the model’s sweet spot offering. Thankfully, Acura’s designers rallied with a winner.  The …

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