~ A DriveWays Review ~ by Frank A. Aukofer Once upon a time in America, powerful large sedans ruled the roads, and the bigger the better for many drivers. It is one reason why the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S580 elicits nostalgia... Continue Reading →
by Frank A. Aukofer Some autophiles, likely including buyers and intenders for the 2021 Mercedes-AMG GLA 35 4MATIC crossover sport utility vehicle, gravitate toward the best performing vehicle in the class. That attitude is what prompted the development of more expensive... Continue Reading →
by Frank A. Aukofer Mercedes-Benz regards the all-new 2021 GLA250 as its entry-level crossover SUV, but for many motorists it could represent a dual-purpose icon on the mountaintop. That’s because it delivers the practicality of a small crossover, with up to... Continue Reading →
by Frank A. Aukofer At first glance, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S Coupe looks like a chubby fastback — something like a Kia Stinger or Audi A5 Sportback in need of laser liposuction. But no. The porky look, like... Continue Reading →
by Frank A. Aukofer It’s still a puzzle why any luxury manufacturer would produce a vehicle like the 2021 Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 Coupe. It must have something to do with the psyche of some of its customers — people who... Continue Reading →
by Frank A. Aukofer With its tongue-twisting moniker of 2020 Mercedes-AMG CLA35 4MATIC, this new four-door coupe heralds what Mercedes-Benz calls a new era of “dynamic and awe-inspiring vehicles” from its high performance division. As most Mercedes enthusiasts know, Mercedes-AMG... Continue Reading →
by Jason Fogelson I have to rethink everything I’ve said over the years about the word “coupe.” I’m a traditionalist, and cling to the definition “a two-door hardtop car.” In my head, I picture a 1969 Chevy Nova two-door notchback... Continue Reading →
by Jason Fogelson I may never need a van like the 2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500XD Crew Van. But during my week test-driving one, I found myself thinking about why I should own a Sprinter. Here are my top five reasons... Continue Reading →
by Jason Fogelson It looks like we’re approaching the end of the era of the full-sized gasoline-powered luxury SUV. Electric and hybrid gasoline-electric vehicles are closer than the horizon; they’re taking up parking spaces all around us. So, I’m glad... Continue Reading →
Frank A. Aukofer
Jason Fogelson
Matthew P. Aukofer
Tod Mesirow
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