3-MINUTE WRAPUP! 2024 Rebelle Rally in a new Ram 1500 RHO
We did it! Over 2,000 km and 8 days, Jill and Kristin navigated the Ram 1500 RHO through the desert as competitors in the Rebelle Rally. Check out the high points here.
View ArticleCar News Cafe Reader’s Choice Awards 2024
We’re nearing the end of 2024, which means it’s awards time in automotive. While everyone else is giving out awards for “Best of” or “Top Pick” or whatever, we here at Car News Cafe focus instead on...
View Article2025 Polaris RZR Pro Series (Pro XP, S, and R)
Aaron got the chance to drive all three of the new Polaris RZR Pro series UTVs in Coos Bay, Oregon. Here’s what he learned and his pick for favorite amongst the three.
View ArticleVideo Review: 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6 EV
A quick look at the all-new Ioniq 6, the latest electric vehicle from Hyundai. In this walkaround, Aaron talks about the car, how it drives, how it looks, and how well it performed. Especially its...
View ArticleVideo Review: The All-New 2025 Mazda CX-70
This review looks at the all-new CX-70 from Mazda. The CX-70 slots between the smaller CX-50 and the larger CX-90 in Mazda’s lineup. After a week with it as a daily driver, here are Aaron’s thoughts on...
View ArticleNissan: How-To Cabin Air Filter Replacement
It takes just a few seconds to access and remove the cabin air filter in your Nissan. This tutorial covers most models from 2020 forward. It will apply to several models from before that as well....
View ArticleKia: How-To Cabin Air Filter Replacement
This cabin air filter replacement guide works for most Kia models from 2015 forward. It’s a simple process that takes less than a minute. The shop will check your cabin air filter for free, but charges...
View ArticleVideo Review: 2024 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter Cargo Van
In this review, Aaron looks at the ginormous eSprinter electric van from Mercedes. It’s very well done, though it does have some limitations. For a lot of businesses, though, this could be a great...
View ArticleCoilovers Explained: What They Are and Why You Need Them
If you’re a car enthusiast or someone looking to improve your vehicle’s performance and appearance, you’ve probably come across the term “coilovers.” But what exactly are they, and why should you...
View Article2024: Favorite Vehicles We’ve Driven
In this special episode, we (Kristin and Aaron) talk about our favorite rides for the year. Between us, we drive a couple of hundred vehicles every year and sometimes, some of them just stick out....
View ArticleReviving a Legend: Restoring the Iconic Chrysler Turbine Car
Join Jay Leno as he teams up with Gregg Williams of Williams International to bring the legendary Chrysler Turbine Car back to life. Discover the fascinating history behind this innovative vehicle,...
View ArticleReview: 2024 Toyota Prius
The current-generation Toyota Prius has two things going for it: high fuel economy and real drivability. And it has two things going against it: a weird dashboard layout and terrible headroom. The...
View Article2025 Honda Odyssey: 5 things to like!
The Honda Odyssey has been a staple for more than 5 generations and 25 years. Here are 5 things to like about the newest model.
View ArticleCustomizing Celebrity Cars
The correlation between celebrities and custom luxury cars has been undeniable for decades. From Janis Joplin’s infamous 1964 Porsche that was treated like a bumper-to-bumper canvas to the rise of...
View ArticleVideo Review: 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid
In this review, Aaron looks at the well-done little Honda Civic Hybrid. Probably the best compact car he’s driven for the 2025 model year. Check it out.
View ArticlePut a Bow On It 2024
Drive Mode Show’s holiday picks for vehicles in the driveway! These are the models we drove this year and enjoyed so much, we’d love to see one magically appear in our driveway with a bow slapped on it.
View ArticleThe Complete Book of AMC Cars
I wanted to show you all this awesome book from Motorpress. The Complete Book of AMC Cars details the history of American Motors and its innovative and now-iconic rides. AMC pioneered a lot of...
View ArticleAre Police and Sheriffs Auctions Worth It?
In this Q&A video, Aaron talks about police auctions. Specifically about whether they’re worth buying a car from and the various aspects of a law enforcement auction, including both surplus and...
View ArticleVideo Review: 2024 Lexus NX
The Lexus NX is a small, somewhat compact SUV with a design aimed towards a particular demographic. It’s sleek, well-designed, and extremely fuel efficient. Here’s the rest of Aaron’s thoughts.
View ArticleTouchscreens vs Buttons
Why are touchscreens replacing buttons and why does the trend seem to be reversing now? A great question and one that shows how design trends often affect the industry as a whole. Car & Driver...
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