Acura RDX 2019 First Look By Auto Critic Steve Hammes How important is the RDX to Acura? Not only is it their best-selling vehicle but this 2019 redesign is being herald as the beginning of a new era for Honda’s…

Subaru Crosstrek 2018 Video Review By Auto Critic Steve Hammes A surprise hit for Subaru when it debuted for the 2013 model year, think of the Crosstrek as a bit-sized Outback. With small SUV dimensions and low 20s pricing, the…

Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk 2018 Review By Auto Critic Steve Hammes There’s not an in-house tuner as absurdly crazy as Fiat-Chrysler’s SRT division. Just think about what they’ve been doing lately, with products like Hellcat and Demon the names speak…

Volvo XC40 2019 First Look by Auto Critic Steve Hammes I’m in Austin for the North American media drive of the all-new Volvo XC40 – now the smallest member of their SUV family, completing a trifecta of formidable crossovers the…

Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2018 Video Review By Auto Critic Steve Hammes Another storied sports car maker has acquiesced to the crossover obsession. Meet the new Alfa Romeo Stelvio; a surprisingly affordable small utility that puts the sport in SUV. I…