SO YOU WANT LUXURY AND DECENT FUEL ECONOMY?

With the market flooded with small, medium and large SUV’s the Lincoln brand thinks it has developed a vehicle that offer both luxury and economy. @Bumper2Bumpertv looks at one of the company’s vehicles, built in China, that answers that particular need.

EFFICIENT AND TOUGH ENOUGH.

When gasoline-electric hybrids first came on the scene the impression was a good option to save fuel but could they do more. Bumper2Bumpertv is finding that the Honda CR-V hybrid can handle itself on less than perfect roads and trails without breaking a sweat.

OFF ROAD READY AND ENVIRONMENT FRIENDLY?

The Subaru brand has built its reputation on being a vehicle that can handle any kind of terrain. The brand which also offers hybrid and battery electric options is also positioning itself as steward of the great outdoors. So how does that work with a small crossover- Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at one example.

THIS FAMILY SEDAN KEEPS UP WITH THE LATEST TECH!

With just a few automakers still offering sedans for the mainstream market Toyota is staying the course. Bumper2Bumpertv says one vehicle that meets the need with style is the Camry.

ONE BRAND IS GETTING THE MOST FROM A SINGLE MODEL.

How many ways can a pie be sliced? In the automotive world that question is being answered with the multiple versions of the Toyota Corolla. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at two versions of the nameplate which serve different segments of the market.

THIS SMALL SUV IS BEHIND THE CURVE UNDER ITS HOOD.

Nissan, which has been a leader in embracing Battery Electric Vehicles seems to have missed an opportunity to attract drivers who want to be electric adjacent with a hybrid. Bumper2Bumpertv sees it as very evident in the Rogue which does a lot of things well but falls short in terms of its power plant.

MORE THAN SNEAKER CULTURE?

When Nissan debuted the latest version of the Kicks small SUV the brand proclaimed it was created with “the sneaker culture “ in mind. Bumper2Bumpertv spent a week in the Kicks and found there is more than just style in the vehicle.

A SMALL SUV THAT IS MORE THAN CAPABLE.

The Subaru Outback XT matches off road capability with some pretty good technology. Bumper2Bumpertv takes a look at the Indiana built crossover and what is under the skin.

A HYBRID THAT HAS SOME GUTS!!

Honda has reworked the CR-V Hybrid for 2025. Bumper2Bumper finds it has a surprising amount something extra under the hood.

STRETCHING OUT THE USE OF A BRAND NAME.

The Toyota brand’s evolving vehicles gave the company a chance to revive a classic model name. That is what happened when the Crown was reintroduced to North American buyers. Now as Bumper2Bumpertv explains the automaker is squeezing in another model under the same name.

A TRANSITION VEHICLE TO PROVIDE A TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVE.

At last, the Mazda brand is offering a hybrid platform for drivers in the North American market. The brand’s gas electric model comes in the CX-50 hybrid and Bumper2Bumpertv has some observations about the vehicle.

LINCOLN CORSAIR, A WELL APPOINTED FORWARD LOOKING SUV.

The Lincoln Motor Company has sometimes been the forgotten member of the Ford automotive group. Bumper2Bumpertv thinks with the development of a plug in hybrid version of the Corsair the brand may be finding its way back into view with a luxury offering that also embraces technology.

SUBARU CROSSTREK KEEPS THE LEGACY GOING.

Most folks don’t know that FUJI Heavy Industries is the parent company of Subaru cars. They also may not realize that this is the brand which pioneered a different way of driving. Bumper2Bumpertv has more about the brand and its compact CrossTrek

The 2023 Honda HRV bulks up!

The latest version of a compact Honda SUV with a high roof line is growing up right before our eyes. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at what is new and functional in the HR-V

THE COROLLA REACHES THE APEX OF THE SEGMENT.

Other than an engineering breakthrough what can a car maker do to bring attention to a long standing model. As Bumper2Bumpertv reports Toyota followed the same route other manufacturers did with visual and a few technical upgrade for the Corolla.

THE SUBARU FORESTER GETS TOUGHER!!

Many small SUV’s are limited in their off road capability due to lower ground clearance. But as Bumpe2Bumpertv has learned the Subaru Forester Wilderness is easy to handle and the new Wilderness edition can rough it with the big boys.

MITSUBISHI SQUEEZES A LOT OF CONTENT INTO THE OUTLANDER!

The latest version of the Outlander Small SUV offers a wide array of features. But have they tried to put too much into the package? Bumper2Bumpertv takes a look at “what’s in there.”

HYUNDAI SANTA CRUZ, A FIRST DRIVE!!

The auto industry is going into the way back machine with a new set of small trucks that drive more like cars. Hyundai is first out the gate with the Santa Cruz which Bumper2Bumpertv got some first-hand experience with.

RAV4 PRIME, A HYBRID THAT RUNS WITH THE FAST CROWD

Toyota is changing the perception of hybrid vehicles with the RAV4 Prime. Bumper2Bumpertv got some seat time and exposure to the Plug-In gas electric SUV and came away impressed.

WELL EQUIPPED AND FORWARD THINKING, THE SUBARU LEGACY SEDAN.

Subaru has come a long way from its origins as a tough Asian import ready for any kind of driving situation. Bumper2Bumprtv has a look at the brands flagship sedan, the Legacy and what it brings to the party now.