2015 smart fortwo electric drive FIRST LOOK by Auto Critic Steve Hammes The third generation of smart’s electric fortwo brings the microcar brand an entry with a plug that’s capable of 107 MPGe in mixed driving. As the name suggests,…

2015 BMW i8 VIDEO REVIEW by Auto Critic Steve Hammes Ugly, slow, and about as much fun to drive as a RV; these are criticisms often lobbed at the gas-saving vehicle commonly known as the hybrid. But did you ever…

2015 BMW X6 M VIDEO REVIEW by Auto Critic Steve Hammes I’ve driven a lot of cars over the past 17+ years and during that time I’ve compiled a short list of favorites. To make it, the vehicle has got…

2015 Chevrolet SS VIDEO REVIEW by Auto Critic Steve Hammes Hanging on but seeing its dominance decline, the traditional 4-door sedan is in a turf war with the crossover utility vehicle. But if you still prefer a “car” with some…

2016 Fiat 500X VIDEO REVIEW by Auto Critic Steve Hammes Head over to your local Fiat dealer, also known as a studio, and you’ll find 6 different flavors of the 500 or Cinquecento in Italian.  But it’s this all-new crossover…