Friday, October 25, 2024

SOME SEAT TIME WITH THE CX-70


Did Mazda do the unusual by taking an existing model and modifying it and giving it a new designation? Is the CX-70 different enough from the CX-90 to make a difference? Bumper2Bumpertv considered those questions during a week of seat time in the large crossover.

Monday, October 21, 2024

A first drive for the VW ID4 on the west coast!


After years of teasing Volkswagen has delivered and electrified version of the iconic micro bus to the North American market. Bumper2Bumpertv has some observations about the vehicle after getting a little bit of seat time in it.

Monday, October 14, 2024

BAVARIAN STYLE VOLTAGE


The BMW brand is offering parallel versions of some of its vehicles. Bumper2Bumpertv has found how this works with the 5 series sedan which is available as both an internal combustion and a fully electric offering.

Tuesday, October 8, 2024

ANYONE LOOKING FOR A SMALL SEDAN THAT IS LOADED?


We realize that sedans may have fallen out of favor in the North American market with most new car models being crossovers or SUV’s. But Hyundai is betting that there is still a place of a well thought out four door compact as Bumper2Bumpertv shares.

Monday, September 30, 2024

FULL SIZED AND FULLY ELECTRIC!!


Does it make sense to build a seven passenger SUV powered only by a Battery electric power source. Bumper2Bumpertv tells us that KIA thinks it makes sense and why not add in some extra touches as well.

Monday, September 23, 2024

A MINICOMPACT THAT PLUGS IN.


The Fiat brand is known for offering affordable small cars in Europe. Will their version of an electric vehicle make sense in North America? Bumper2Bumpertv tries to figure that out after spending time with the latest version of the 500e.

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

IS THIS SMALL TRUCK READY FOR THE BIG TIME?


Now that the Ford Ranger is back in production for the North American market how does it fare compared to competitors. A week with Bumper2Bumpertv showed us what its strengths and weaknesses are.

Wednesday, September 11, 2024

INSPIRING TALENT AT AN EARLY AGE?


Like other car makers, the Hyundai brand is encouraging STEM education for students. Bumper2Bumpertv finds that the company is trying to plant the seed for that training with young people during their formative years.

Thursday, September 5, 2024

A RERUN THAT BRINGS BACK THE FUN!!


One of the perks of being an automotive journalist is that sometimes we get a second opportunity to test drive some vehicles. For Bumpe2Bumpertv another turn with the Honda Civic Type R was a chance to become reacquainted with an old friend.

Saturday, August 24, 2024

WORKING A WAY INTO THE EV SPACE.


While the Subaru brand is not one of the largest car makers it has found a way to keep up with evolving technology like electrification. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at the company’s foray into a battery Electric Vehicle brings to the table.

Sunday, August 18, 2024

BIG BEND, ANOTHER VERSION OF AN AMERICAN CLASSIC


When Ford resumed production of the iconic Bronco SUV, the brand made sure there were multiple iterations offer. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at the good and bad points of the Big Bend version.

Tuesday, August 13, 2024

THIS SWEDE WILL SURPRISE YOU ON THE ROAD!!!


Here is the challenge. Pack lots of new technology and a more fuel efficient power plant into a small station wagon. Bumper2Bumpertv finds that is what Volvo did and brought a degree of performance along with it as well.

Tuesday, July 30, 2024

A TRUCK THAT CAME FROM SMALL ROOTS PLAYS IN THE HALF TON SEGMENT.


The Honda Ridgeline has squeezed its way into the light duty truck segment using off-the-shelf parts and technology. Now with an improved Trailsport edition it can also be ready to do some serious off roading or work projects without embarrassing itself as Bumper2Bumpertv has learned.

Saturday, July 27, 2024

GOING GREEN IN THE CAR INDUSTRY WILL TAKE A LOT!!


Automakers are facing a challenge in the effort to make money while addressing the dual issues of climate change and affordability. Bumper2Bumpertv tells us that Toyota is working on multiple ways to achieve that goal and still appeal to the buying public.

Sunday, July 21, 2024

AT 60 THIS RIDE STILL HAS SOME FIRE IN THE TANK!!


The Ford Mustang has undergone multiple iterations over the six decades since it was introduced. Now the Dark Horse edition offers a combination of track capabilities and street smarts as Bumper2Bumper has learned.

Monday, July 15, 2024

CAN WORK AND PLAY COEXIST IN THE SAME TRUCK?


As the role of a pickup truck has changed in recent years so has the level of creature comforts and technology found in them. That was evident when Bumper2Bumpertv spent a week with the 1794 Edition of the Toyota Tundra TRD.

Monday, July 8, 2024

A GOOD FIT FOR WEEKEND CLUBBING


Mazda, like other automakers is developing technology to move away from fossil-based fuel for engines in their vehicles. But as Bumper2Bumpertv reminds us, the brand is remaining loyal to driving enthusiasts with the two-seater MX5 Miata.

Wednesday, July 3, 2024

One carmakers plan to upgrade from the low end.


The Volkswagen brand is making some changes to its entry level compact sedan for model year 2025. Bumper2Bumpertv has a peak behind the curtain about what will change with the Jetta.

Friday, June 28, 2024

A LUXURY BRAND SUPPORTS URBAN ART PROGRAMS


While the Genesis automobile brand is not that old, the company is connecting with the arts education process in one major city. What does that mean for the auto maker and the programs it is aligned with? Bumper2Bumpertv looks at the relationship.

Saturday, June 22, 2024

A SPORT SEDAN COMES CLOSE TO BEING PERFECT


The Acura brand is claiming a space in the sport sedan segment with the TLX. There is a lot to like and some things that fall short in the Type S edition as Bumper2Bumpertv shares.

Wednesday, June 12, 2024

IS THE CAR OF THE FUTURE ALREADY HERE?


A few years ago the idea of vehicles that don’t use fossil fuel and had technology to think for themselves was just a dream. Bumper2Bumpertv says it is closer to reality as demonstrated in the Genesis GV60 electric powered model.

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

AN SUV WITH OFF ROAD CHOPS AND ON ROAD STYLE.

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We recently got a week of seat time in the Honda Passport- TrailSport edition which can go partway off the beaten path. While we appreciated some of the upgrades some friends of ours in the Hip Hop world also found something to like about the vehicle.

Tuesday, May 28, 2024

BATTERY POWERED LUXURY


Lexus now has a player in the battery electric segment with the RZe. Bumper2Bumpertv finds it has lots of familiar features from the brand along with a subtle shift in design approach.

Thursday, May 23, 2024

SAME SIZE PACKAGE DIFFFERENT CONTENT ?


The Mazda brand has been successfully using a common design and drive train system for several years in their vehicles. Bumper2Bumpertv finds that continues in the CX-70 Crossover which shares a lot with other Mazda platforms

Saturday, May 18, 2024

BUILDING THE BRAND SAVANNAH STYLE!!


With North America becoming one of the most important markets in the world for Hyundai the company’s big investment in the Savannah Georgia area will be a key facility. Bumper2Bumpertv finds that a new assembly plant is only part of the brand’s investment in the area.

Tuesday, May 14, 2024

A PAVEMENT EATER—GERMAN STYLE!!


While its brand was originally recognized as a relatively fuel efficient small car Volkswagen also can run with the competition on the track. Bumper2Bumpertv kept that in mind when spending a week with the GTI, which can be a fearsome compact in the right situation.

Monday, May 6, 2024

A GLOBAL CARMAKER’S APOLOGY


When social media provided instructions on how to steal some KIA and Hyundai models the company decided to keep customers happy with a new anti theft solution. Bumper2Bumpertv checked out one of those projects in Atlanta.

Tuesday, April 30, 2024

A SMALL SUV WITH LOTS OF ENERGY!!


The Mazda brand has figured out that small suv’s and crossovers can also be fun to drive. At the same time Bumper2Bumertv notes the CX-30 also offers a higher than expected level of technology and performance.

Monday, April 22, 2024

BACK TO THE BASICS ON FOUR WHEELS!


Volkswagen brand is making a shift to EV's but it is not abandoning gasoline powered models anytime soon. Bumper2Bumpertv was reminded of that recently when a bare bones sedan from VW arrived at the doorstep.

Tuesday, April 16, 2024

KEEPING A LUXURY EYE ON THE ROAD AND THE DRIVER.


Bumper2Bumpertv spent a week with the 2024 vrsion of the Lexus NX Hybrid. In addition to being a fuel efficient small SUV, we also found it was monitoring where we went nd how we went about doing it.

Tuesday, April 2, 2024

NEW YORK GOES LARGE FOR THE 2024 AUTO SHOW


While the industry is trying to engage new customers with EV’s, some long standing gasoline powered models are still commanding the loyalty of some enthusiasts. That was one of the things evident at this years New York International Auto Show as Bumper2Bumpertv learned.

Saturday, March 23, 2024

AN EV THAT IS CLOSER TO THE ROAD?


As the number of Battery Electric Vehicles available continues to increase car makers are also figuring out that they all don’t have to look alike. Bumper2Bumpertv finds that Hyundai is keeping that in mind with the Ioniq6 which is going in a different direction.

Thursday, March 14, 2024

CAN POWER AND HYBRID CO-EXIST IN AN SUV?


In the BMW universe an M designation means the vehicle has some serious performance chops. So how did that work out when it is applied to the X line of SUV’s along with Plug In Hybrid technology? Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at what is the finished product.

Tuesday, March 5, 2024

A ROYAL ROAD TRIP WITH A HYBRID.


Since Toyota is going all in with hybrid technology we were curious about what it means in a larger vehicle on a road trip. So Bumper2Bupertv decided to get some serious seat time in the Crown Sedan to find out the answer.

Thursday, February 29, 2024

SOME COLD FACTS ABOUT EV’S IN WINTER WEATHER!


Battery electric vehicles are becoming more prominent as an alternative to fossil fuel platforms. But there may be some challenges for drivers in extreme climates as Bumper2Bumpertv learned when testing a KIA EV6

Friday, February 23, 2024

VOLVO V6, A THROWBACK CONCEPT THAT WORKS FOR TODAY’S DRIVERS.


Volvo is matching traditional engines with mild hybrid technology in a small but yet functional wagon. Bumper2Bumpertv has more on what the V60 Cross Country brings to the party.

Monday, February 19, 2024

CAN A PASSENGER PREVENT SAVE A TEEN FROM A DEADLY ACCIDENT?


While young drivers are counseled to be safety conscious-sometimes the best training can come from their peers. That is what one group is sharing with Bumper2Bumpertv.

Thursday, February 15, 2024

CHANGE COMES TO CHICAGO AUTO SHOW


For 2024 the annual Chicago Auto Show took on a different air. Bumper2Bumpertv notes that the experience is different for automakers and the public.

Saturday, February 10, 2024

HYUNDAI SUPPORTS BLACK BUSINESS WITH MORE THAN WORDS.


While many corporations tend to dwell in the past to mark Black History Month, Hyundai is going in the other direction. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at one of the brand’s efforts to support black owned businesses that are not suppliers or vendors to the automaker.

Tuesday, January 30, 2024

MAZDA’S CX-70 MAKES ITS DEBUT!!


Mazda is now offering another entry in the midsize crossover segment with the CX-70. Bumper2Bumpertv has an early look at the two row unit and where it fits in the brand’s lineup.

Sunday, January 28, 2024

Friday, January 19, 2024

ACURA IS GOING HARD WITH THE INTEGRA TYPE S!


The Integra is back in the Acura lineup with attitude to spare. Bumper2Bumpertv finds it live up to the hype over what it can do on the track or the street.

Friday, January 12, 2024

A SECOND CHANCE AT THE DANCE WITH THE GRAND HIGHLANDER.


Is there a place or a need for an even larger SUV from Toyota? Bumper2Bumpertv took that into consideration when we got a second chance to experience the Grand Highlander.

Wednesday, January 3, 2024

THE PACIFICA LEADS THE WAY FOR CHRYSLER.


Now in its second iteration the Chrysler Pacifica has become the brand’s flagship vehicle for the moment. Bumper2Bumpertv sees it as a clear indication of where the brand is going.