2017 Hyundai Elantra FIRST LOOK by Auto Critic Steve Hammes Hyundai’s arrival and continued success within the automotive mainstream lies primarily with their strategy to offer class-above features, giving owners more than expected. Take the all-new 2017 Elantra for example;…

2016 Toyota Prius FIRST LOOK by Auto Critic Steve Hammes Every automaker strives to have an iconic model; an instantly recognizable vehicle with a backstory everyone knows. For Toyota, it’s the Prius.  Synonymous with the term ‘hybrid’, the Prius is…

2016 VW Beetle Dune FIRST LOOK by Auto Critic Steve Hammes Ever wish you could have one of those cool Baja Bugs popularized in Southern California the late 60s?  Well, now you can have a modern interpretation with a VW…

2016 Volvo S90 FIRST LOOK by Auto Critic Steve Hammes Volvo’s long-awaited resurgence is now under way with a bevy of new product luring shoppers to discover their brand of unique Scandinavian luxury. Replacing the S80 is Volvo’s new flagship…

2017 Buick LaCrosse FIRST LOOK by Auto Critic Steve Hammes A design revolution is occurring at GM’s premium Buick brand, starting with the all-new 2017 LaCrosse – a midsize sedan that battles the Lexus ES and Lincoln MKZ. Borrowing cues…