2016 Kia Optima VIDEO REVIEW by Auto Critic Steve Hammes The midsized Optima is the vehicle that’s largely responsible for Kia’s U.S. sales breakthrough, proving yet again how important captivating design is to selling cars. For 2016 it gets redesigned….

2016 Chevrolet Volt VIDEO REVIEW by Auto Critic Steve Hammes For the vast majority of Americans, electric cars simply don’t make sense, whether the issue is driving range, vehicle size or financial. But the Chevy Volt is the most sensible…

2016 Volkswagen Jetta 1.4T VIDEO REVIEW by Auto Critic Steve Hammes I’m just wrapping up my week with the 2016 VW Jetta, having logged big miles in it driving to and from Chicago through terrible weather.  Road trips are the…

2016 Ram 1500 Rebel VIDEO REVIEW by Auto Critic Steve Hammes The truck market is booming again and manufacturers are feeding the big rig frenzy with an ever growing number of models catering to tastes ranging from tradesman to Taj…

2016 Chrysler 200S VIDEO REVIEW by Auto Critic Steve Hammes Now in its 2nd model year, Chrysler’s midsize fighter faces an uncertain future but for now the 200 provides an interesting alternative to the segment’s stalwarts. Here’s a look at…