2016 Ford Explorer Platinum FIRST LOOK by Auto Critic Steve Hammes SUVs are back on the shopping lists of American consumers and the demand for even greater levels of opulence seemingly has no end. Answering the call is the all-new…

2016 Mazda MX5 Miata VIDEO REVIEW by Auto Critic Steve Hammes   It might be a chilly fall day, but when you’ve got the keys to the all-new 2016 Mazda Miata, well suddenly everything feels warm and bright. For more…

2016 Ford Escape Titanium VIDEO REVIEW by Auto Critic Steve Hammes The Ford Escape remains at the top of my list in the affordable, small SUV segment, possessing the most exciting power train and in this Titanium trim, a premium…

2015 Lexus NX 300h VIDEO REVIEW by Auto Critic Steve Hammes My first go around in the all-new Lexus NX made me a believer in both its daring styling and its excellent small SUV drivability. And because this is Lexus…

2016 Infiniti Q70L VIDEO REVIEW by Auto Critic Steve Hammes Infiniti’s flagship is extending itself to provide the extra legroom executive sedan shoppers require. This is the new Q70L, available with a brawny V8, AWD and myriad safety technology. Sales…