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Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Limited AWD

Clean Fleet Report

Being able to fit four full-size adults in the cabin makes it ideal for making it your camping or other outdoor adventure vehicle, or those quick runs to the DIY store. Road Test: 2018 Chevrolet Colorado. The payload and towing numbers are more than adequate. Heck, you can even go off-road if opting for AWD.

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Road Test: 2022 Ford Maverick XL FWD Hybrid

Clean Fleet Report

It can be a light-duty delivery vehicle, used by ranchers or farmers needing an inexpensive runabout, outdoor enthusiasts and households wanting a versatile DIY project vehicle. Road Test: 2018 Chevrolet Colorado. The 2022 Ford Maverick can easily slot into the role currently held by a crossover or SUV. Road Test: 2019 Ford Ranger.

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Gas War: U.S. House Suggests Ending California Emissions Authority, White House Says Nope

The Truth About Cars

Electric cars also haven’t yet reached parity with gasoline or diesel vehicles in terms of uptime and there are lingering questions about serviceability as it pertains to DIY maintenance. The fact remains that there’s an affordability issue with modern vehicles that’s been even tougher for EVs to cope with.