Casey Williams

You may think the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz answers questions nobody asked, but if that’s true, somebody should have asked. A car-based pickup is not a new idea. Chevrolet and Ford offered the El Camino and Ranchero over sixty years ago, Subaru had the Baja two decades hence, and Ford currently offers the sold-out Escape-based…

The Toyota Corolla is a fine automobile, even if not particularly exciting with its affordable price, frugal gas mileage, and renowned durability. You don’t buy one to be fancy; you buy one because it is a smart way to spend your money. The latest one looks quite handsome as a sedan and hatchback, but today’s…

Honda Civics are durable and efficient, the kind of cars you buy for commuting to work and back while dropping Jr. and Little Miss off at early band practice. But, unlike some of their competitors, they also have souls, the kind of cars you buy for a little you time on a twisting two-lane with…

My friends and I are at it again. There is bourbon aging and Kentucky is not far away. How could this go unanswered, especially with a comfy little crossover at our disposal? Whether erasing Interstate, or carving up Kentucky backroads, the 2022 Lexus NX 350 is a small nip of luxury worth savoring. When we…

Last week, I drove a very nice three-row crossover with a century-old badge on the grille. It was quite lush with soft leather seats, twin-panel sunroof, captain’s chairs in the rear, and an audio system to rival God’s cherubs. It could tow a fairly heavy trailer too. While that one was nearly $70,000, Kia proves…

There’s no question the Cadillac Escalade is an incredible SUV, able to move passengers and all their stuff in three rows of splendor. But, most luxury buyers don’t need a full-size truck capable of pulling a 30-foot RV or coastal yacht. For them, the 2022 Cadillac XT6 Platinum might be a better choice that still…

It’s a conundrum. Do you buy the fast obnoxious sport coupe or a proper luxury crossover for your family? On one side of the driveway, you want a car that can provide weekend thrills and elevate your standing in the corporate carpark. On alternate concrete, though, you really need space and comfort when taking little…

There’s no doubt the 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness is capable of tackling really challenging trails. My trip to Bend, Oregon last October for the press preview proved that. I think we hit every log road in the state and it demonstrated its substantial prowess. But, back in the real world, all of the upfitting for…

If you want a classic Jeep Grand Wagoneer circa 1990, expect to pay $80,000 for one in collectible condition. They tend to last forever and still cut a swath at Friday night football games, but that’s a lot of money for an old-school SUV. If what you really want is the style of the old…

We all make questionable fashion choices. For me, it’s an old sweater from high school and a certain pair of shoes even my family can’t stand. For the 2022 BMW M440i, it might be its giant schnoz that looks menacing, but also suggests it may be sucking a sour tart. Hopefully a little time will…