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Seltos takes Kia on its own compact-SUV road
Kia has risen from its position as South Korean subsidiary to Hyundai to go its own way, and the 2021 Seltos proves that conclusively.
Mazda eases CX-30 between CX-3 and CX-5
Mazda earned its niche in the automotive world with stylish and efficient cars before moving to the SUV world. Now is adding the CX-30 crossover between the CX-3 and CX-5 and man
Lexus ES300h goes its own way -- smoothly
The Lexus 300 has always been the most basic sedan in Toyota's upscale line, but the new ES 300h has its own platform, newly revised engine and upgraded interior to add a sporty
Atlas Cross Sport fills VW's SUV niche
Volkswagen has expanded its range of SUVs, and now has provided the new Atlas with a shorter, sportier Cross Sport model for 2020.
Traverse grows up to challenge Tahoe segment
As Chevrolet seems headed for its previous exisetnce with more vehicles than segments, the almost Tahoe-size Traverse moves in as a 3-row, 7 passenger "near-large" SUV with style
New Mercedes GLB 250 fills curious niche
Mercedes Benz makes all sizes and shapes of cars and SUVs, but my favorites are the compact ones with small but over-achjieving turbo engines -- such as the new GLB 250.
Infiniti QX80 shoots for top in size, features
Nissan makes a fleet of SUVs for Infiniti's line that are sleek and agile, but the QX80 remains the large family flagshjp, filled with luxury features.
XT5 spells crossover highlight for Cadillac
Not to be left behind in the race to cover every SUV segment, Cadillac presents the XT5, which is sleek, sporty and properly luxurious.
Diesel pushes Wrangler above mere icon
While Jeep continues to expand its model line, the iconic Wrangler emerges for 2020 with drivetrain and interior improvements.
Corsair joins Lincoln SUV realm
For 2020 Lincoln rolls out the new compact SUV, the Corsair, which takes its place below the Navigator and Aviator in size and fills out the niche for Lincoln.About the Author
John Gilbert is a lifetime Minnesotan and career journalist, specializing in cars and sports during and since spending 30 years at the Minneapolis Tribune, now the Star Tribune. More recently, he has continued translating the high-tech world of autos and sharing his passionate insights as a freelance writer/photographer/broadcaster. A member of the prestigious North American Car and Truck of the Year jury since 1993. John can be heard Monday-Friday from 9-11am on 610 KDAL(www.kdal610.com) on the "John Gilbert Show," and writes a column in the Duluth Reader.
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