2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid SUV After spending a week behind the wheel of the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid on highways, neighborhood streets, downtown traffic, and suburban commuter routes around the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area, one thing became clear—Subaru has made significant improvements to its hybrid technology. Previous Crosstrek hybrids felt like niche products. However, the new generation feels like a mainstream compact SUV that just happens to deliver outsta

Ford Exhibit at Union Station, Washington, D.C. Sometimes the most compelling automotive stories aren't found behind the wheel; they're uncovered by walking through history. That's exactly what I experienced while visiting Ford Motor Company's "Driving America Forward: A Ford Experience" exhibit at Washington, D.C.'s historic Union Station. The exhibit is free, from July 1 to 14, and highlights Ford's role in America's 250-year history of transportation, innovation, agricultu

2026 LAND ROVER DEFENDER 110 X-DYNAMIC SE The 2026 Land Rover Defender 110 remains one of the most distinctive luxury SUVs on the market. After spending time behind the wheel of the X-Dynamic SE model on urban streets throughout the District and suburban Maryland and Virginia, as well as longer highway stretches along the Capital Beltway and I-95, the Defender continues to impress with its unique blend of rugged capability, luxury, and commanding presence. The first thing I n

2026 Kia Carnival Although you might not want the minivan stereotype, you still value the utility, space, and sliding doors. That’s why Kia designers worked hard to make the 2026 Carnival resemble an SUV that provides the convenience of a minivan. I spent a week with the 2026 Kia Carnival SX Prestige MPV (Multi-Purpose Vehicle), which fools the eye into thinking it’s an SUV but offers the performance and practicality of a minivan. From the driver’s seat, I forgot I was in a m