THE ID BUZZ IS REAL AND COMING TO AMERICA!

VW took the wraps off of the north American version of the ID Buzz micro bus . Bumper2Bumpertv was there for the event and reaction from Volkswagen purists who love the vehicle and what it stands for.

HOW GRAND IS THE GRAND HIGHLANDER ? A FIRST DRIVE.

With some extra length and width Toyota is literally growing the Highlander platform. Bumper2Bumpertv got some seat time in the Grand Highlander, which has to be one of the largest crossovers ever built by the company.

A FIRST LOOK AT TOYOTA’S 2024 TACOMA !!

When you make the leading midsize truck and the rest of the industry is trying to take some of the market you come back with some new tricks. Bumper2Bumpertv reports that is what Toyota is doing with the 2024 Tacoma.

A FIRST LOOK AT THE 2024 FORD RANGER

What we refer to these days as a mid size truck is actually pretty close in dimensions to what used to be considered a full size pickup. So when Bumper2Bumpertv was invited to Camp Ford in Dexter Michigan, we weren’t surprised by the size of the next generation of the Ranger.

TOYOTA’S SIENNA MINI VAN, FAMILY ORIENTED TRANSPORTATION

While some might consider a mini van the quintessential “soccer mom” vehicle Toyota is making it closer to a tech-mobile. Bumper2Bumpertv considered that when test driving the Sienna.

UPDATING THE WEATHER CHANNEL ON DEVELOPMENTS IN THE EV SPACE.

Bumper2Bumpertv was invited to provide perspective on what is happening in terms of the Federal government's push to encourage EV adoption

Audi RS3 and S3 ! Two winners for North Carolina’s Aggies!

Audi’s compact sport sedans the R3 and S3 turned into mobile classrooms for select students at North Carolina A&T University. Bumper2Bumpertv was able to participate in the process which is part of a larger learning experience for the students.

VW ID7, THE NEW CROWN PRINCE OF ELECTRICS

The Volkswagen brand continues its commitment to moving away from internal combustion powered passenger cars. Bumper2Bumpertv says the latest offering in that the Battery Electric space is the 2024 ID7

The 203 New York Auto Show is electrifying!!

The auto industry is fully embracing electrification and that was demonstrated at the 2023 NYIAS. Bumper2Bumpertv has an overview.

TOYOTA 4RUNNER HITS 40 YEARS OLD AND STILL GOING STRONG!

The redoubtable midsize SUV has been around for four decades and even created a special edition to mark the occasion. But Bumper2Bumpertv thinks one of the strongest versions of the 4Runner is the TRD Pro.

MERCEDES EQS 580, CONTINUES THE BRAND’S CONVERSION TO BATTERY ELECTRICS!

As the automotive industry converts to electrified drive trains Mercedes Benz is offering the technology in it S class sedans and now even in an SUV. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at what the EQS 580 brings to the segment.

THE SMALL LEXUS WITH A GREEN APPROACH!

A small hybrid crossover also comes with some luxury features. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at one of these offerings from the Lexus brand./br>

THE MAZDA3 HATCHBACK, STANDING IN THE GAP!

Why should a hatchback get a driver’s attention these days? Bumper2Bumpertv tells us that the Mazda3 version of this platform is both functional and fun.

IT’S 2023 AND THE CHICAGO AUTO SHOW MUSCLED UP AGAIN.

The auto industry is slowly recovering from the impact of the pandemic and that was clearly demonstrated at the 2023 Chicago Auto Show. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at what has changed for the event.

THE GENESIS GV60 MAKES A RUN ON CURRENT TO HISTORIC SAVANNAH

The luxury car maker is embracing Battery Electric technology and is demonstrating that passion in a two row crossover. Bumper2Bumpertv took it out for a good run and got a first hand experience in long distance electric powered travel.

MAZDA CX-90 GOES BIGGER AND GREENER

Mazda is taking the wraps off of the three row CX-90 crossover and a big part of the package is a shift in drive train technology. Bumper2Bumpertv got a look at what is in store.

2023 LEXUS RX, A LUXURY CROSSOVER SLICED SEVERAL WAYS.

The latest edition of the RX comes in several variations. Bumper2Bumpertv finds that there are multiple trim levels to consider.

BUICK’S ENVISION. A SMALL CROSSOVER IN A CROWDED SEGMENT.

The Buick division of GM is building and selling several crossovers to meet a global demand for that kind of vehicle. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at the Chinese built Envision which is also trying to make a name for itself in the North American market.

2023 GENESIS GV70 FINDING ITS OWN PLACE AS A SMALL LUXURY SUV

In an already crowded segment the Genesis GV70 is bringing a lot to potential buyers with a combination of high end touches, technology and some decent performance. Bumper2Bumpertv has a review of what the platform does and doesn’t do well