Sloppy steering and handling make Equinox and its Pontiac Torrent cousin feel like cumbersome trucks, even though these SUVs have car-type chassis. Both also lack the mechanical finesse of [...]
In their latest form, these compact pickups rank among the best in overall performance, ergonomics, and refinement. A Dodge Dakota has heftier hauling ability and an available V8 engine, but most [...]
Critical shoppers are likely to find a lot to like about the GM trio of minivans, despite the discomfort endured by some backseat riders due to the low seats...
Chevrolet aims the Malibu at Honda Accord and Toyota Camry buyers. While the sedan is a bit smaller than those rivals, the versatile Maxx offers more rear-seat room than either. The four-cylinder [...]
If you need cargo space but demand the smooth ride and handling of a car, and don't like boxy vans, look no further. Dodge and Plymouth have long been the class leaders, but Luminas tend to be [...]
Colorado and its GMC Canyon counterpart focus on the light-duty daily user--assuming heavy haulers will move up to Silverado. That said, Colorado is a well-balanced, modern, and attractive small [...]
Though quiet and capable cruisers, Luminas don't quite match Taurus in overall style, features, or performance. On the other hand, a reasonable secondhand price can overcome at least a few of [...]
Prizm is--to put it directly--among the best small cars on the market. New or used, Prizm basically comes across as a lower-cost Corolla, which has been outselling Chevrolet's subcompact by [...]
Surprisingly refined and likable, Aveo stacks up well against other budget-priced cars, such as the Hyundai Accent and Kia Rio. Still, an unproven track record is a minus. Shoppers considering [...]
