Our Thoughts Exactly: 2025.5 Volvo XC90
Over the years, Volvo stayed true to the XC90’s mission as its flagship vehicle. Over time, electrification became part of the lineup.
Month: April 2025
Our Thoughts Exactly: 2025 Kia K4
As sedans slowly disappear from new car lineups, Kia knows that there are still customers who want a three-box, lower-to-the-ground traditional automobile.
My Thoughts Exactly: 2025 Lexus TX 350
This time, it’s the TX 350 with its turbocharged four-cylinder internal combustion engine. To be honest, this is the model you want to know about it.
Video: 2025 Subaru Outback
People buy Subarus in places, such as our own backyard of the Twin Cities, because of the way it performs in winter conditions.
The #VOTY2022 Victory Lap – In A Flash!
If you recall, the Ford F-150 Lightning became the first pickup truck to win our award. It also was the first fully battery-electric vehicle to do so.
Historiography: Where Dreams Comes True
The automotive retailing process spawns one of the most time consuming and difficult consumer transactions known to the universe.
My Thoughts Exactly: 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor
We were fine with the North American Truck of The Year winning Ranger. Except it was missing something.
Quarterly Report & Podcast – Episode 9
There is plenty to cover in this episode. Where do we begin? Fuel grades,, update on our fleet, vehicles we reviewed, and an interview.
Twin Cities 2025: My Only Stop On The Circuit
Nonetheless, my being there could be seen as a make-up event. Therefore, this year’s Twin Cities Auto Show was the only auto show I will attend and cover.
The V&R Machine Ownership Diary: Turning Two
By the time of reading, we are reaching 35,000 miles on the odometer. The V&R Machine has been drama free.