September - October Review 2024

This Month's Car - Ford Mustang EcoBoost 2024

The 2024 Ford Mustang EcoBoost in Grabber Blue immediately catches your eye with its iconic and striking color, perfectly complementing the Mustang's aggressive stance. The Grabber Blue hue pays homage to Mustang’s heritage, making it stand out on the road while keeping that unmistakable muscle car spirit alive.

Under the hood, the 2.3-liter turbocharged EcoBoost engine delivers a punchy 310 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque, providing plenty of performance while still maintaining respectable fuel efficiency. Paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, the Mustang EcoBoost shifts seamlessly whether you're cruising or pushing the limits on the highway.

Inside, the 2024 Mustang features a driver-focused cockpit with a modern infotainment system, including Ford's Sync 4 with a large touchscreen and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto integration. The seats are comfortable for long drives, and the overall cabin design blends retro vibes with advanced tech.

On the road, the EcoBoost engine delivers a responsive and exhilarating drive, with sharp handling and a smooth ride, thanks to its independent rear suspension. The Mustang’s driving modes, from Normal to Track, allow for a customizable experience based on your mood and environment.

What truly sets this Mustang apart is its balance of performance and style. The Grabber Blue color makes it a head-turner, while the EcoBoost engine offers a more accessible performance for enthusiasts who want muscle car thrills without sacrificing efficiency.

Whether you’re looking for an everyday driver with a powerful kick or a weekend car with show-stopping looks, the 2024 Ford Mustang EcoBoost in Grabber Blue is a standout option that embodies the Mustang’s legendary appeal.

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New Releases

2025 Nissan Armada

The 2025 Nissan Armada brings a fresh redesign that combines luxury and rugged capability, with a new twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 engine delivering 425 horsepower and a hefty 516 pound-feet of torque. The Armada now shares more DNA with the global Nissan Patrol, offering features like an optional height-adjustable air suspension and a locking rear differential for serious off-roaders.

Inside, the cabin is more spacious with added cargo room, offering seating for seven or eight passengers. High-tech features abound, with dual 12.3-inch screens, standard wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, and available Google built-in apps. A new Pro-4X trim adds off-road prowess, while the luxurious Platinum Reserve trim delivers premium features like quilted leather, 22-inch wheels, and a 12-speaker Klipsch audio system.

With a starting price around $60,000, the 2025 Armada offers strong competition to the likes of the Chevy Tahoe and Ford Expedition, while higher trims push towards $80,000, blending off-road capabilities and luxury like never before.

2025 Chevrolet Tahoe

The 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe brings a refreshed design and enhanced features, including a standard 17.7-inch infotainment touchscreen, optional air suspension, and an available diesel engine boosted to 305 horsepower and 495 lb-ft of torque. It offers seating for up to eight and impressive towing capacity of up to 8400 pounds, making it ideal for hauling. With trims ranging from the rugged Z71 to the luxurious High Country, the Tahoe balances comfort, performance, and off-road capabilities, starting at $60,495.

2025 Cadillac Escalade

The 2025 Cadillac Escalade stands as the pinnacle of Cadillac’s luxury SUV lineup, incorporating bold design updates to match its evolving electric vehicle family, while maintaining its classic appeal. As a full-size SUV, it’s built on the same body-on-frame platform as the Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban but brings a level of luxury that competes with the Lincoln Navigator, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, and Lexus LX600. Known for its plush ride and confident handling, the Escalade continues to deliver modern luxury with seating for up to eight. Notable updates include a massive 55-inch OLED display that spans the entire dashboard and exterior tweaks that keep its design fresh and futuristic.

Exterior updates: A larger grille, squinting daytime running lights, horizontal LED headlamps, and a refreshed rear design.
24-inch wheels are now available, the largest ever offered on the Escalade.
The diesel 3.0-liter inline-six is no longer available.

2025 Toyota Land Cruiser

The 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser carries forward its reputation as a robust, off-road-capable SUV with just a small price increase. The starting price for the base trim, known as the Land Cruiser 1958, rises by only $500, now starting at $57,900. Despite this slight increase, Toyota has also added new features and enhancements, solidifying the Land Cruiser's position as a capable and versatile option in the mid-size SUV market. Higher-spec trims are also available with minor price hikes and enhanced equipment for 2025.

The Land Cruiser gains integrated lights inside the liftgate to illuminate the cargo area, improving functionality for nighttime or low-light loading and unloading.

Toyota has enhanced the driver-assistance features. The upgraded sensors now offer improved pedestrian detection and the ability to detect motorcyclists. The lane-keeping assist system also adds a new function that monitors the driver’s alertness and can stop the vehicle in the event of a medical emergency.

All 2025 Land Cruiser trims come equipped with a 326-hp hybrid powertrain, which includes a 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine paired with two electric motors and an eight-speed automatic transmission. Four-wheel drive remains standard across the lineup, emphasizing the SUV's off-road capabilities.

2025 Honda Civic

The 2025 Honda Civic Hybrid returns with a 200-hp powertrain, combining a 2.0-liter engine and two electric motors. It accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 6.2 seconds while achieving 50 mpg city and 47 mpg highway.

The hybrid’s refined driving experience features smooth acceleration, minimal hybrid quirks, and enhanced driver assistance systems. Offered in Sport ($29,845) and Sport Touring ($32,845) trims, it provides strong performance and fuel efficiency with minimal compromises, making it a solid choice for eco-conscious drivers.

2025 Ford Expedition

The 2025 Ford Expedition gets a major redesign, introducing exciting features like a 24-inch dash display, sliding center console, and expanded BlueCruise hands-free driving across more trims. The SUV sports a refreshed exterior with bold front-end lighting and a split-folding liftgate. Inside, the dash boasts improved screens, including a new 13.2-inch center touchscreen. Powering the Expedition is a 400-hp twin-turbo V6, with a high-output version offering 440 hp and 9600 pounds of towing capacity. The new Tremor trim enhances off-road capabilities, while pricing starts at $63,695.

2025 Nissan Rouge Rock Creek

The 2025 Nissan Rogue introduces the off-road-oriented Rock Creek edition, featuring a rugged look with gloss-black accents, a bold grille, and a roof rack. It rides on 17-inch wheels wrapped in Falken all-terrain tires and adds hill-descent control for off-road adventures. The interior has water-repellent leatherette seats with Lava Red stitching and a Rock Creek logo. It also includes heated front seats, a 12-volt cargo outlet, and an Off-Road View camera system. The Rogue Rock Creek is expected to arrive later this summer with pricing around the high $30,000 range.

2025 Honda CRV FCEV

The 2025 Honda CR-V e, also known as the CR-V Fuel Cell, is a hydrogen-powered vehicle priced starting at $51,350. It features a novel hydrogen plug-in hybrid powertrain, allowing for quick refueling at hydrogen stations and a decent range of 241 miles. The CR-V Fuel Cell is built on the standard CR-V's platform but includes design changes for the fuel cell system.

Single AC motor with 174 horsepower and a 17.7-kWh battery for additional driving range (29 miles).

Hydrogen fuel cell system developed in collaboration with General Motors.

0-60 mph in approximately 8.6 seconds.

EPA estimates: 52 MPGe city and 57 MPGe highway.

Similar to the gas-powered CR-V, featuring a honeycomb dashboard design, digital gauge cluster, and comfortable seating for passengers.

Cargo space is reduced due to the placement of hydrogen tanks.

9.0-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a volume knob.

Standard driver-assistance features include adaptive cruise control and automated emergency braking.

Limited to just 300 units per year and sold exclusively in California.

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