When Mazda quietly stopped importation of its petite Mazda2 hatchback, theirs was a decision hard to understand. Now, there is nothing wrong with the 2017 Mazda CX-3 subcompact-SUV we tested here but The Mazda2 hatch was one of those great little secrets in the automotive world whose benefits were whispered about in enthusiast’s conversations. Heck it was one of the base vehicles for a Pirelli World Challenge class, a worthy successor to showroom stock as Touring Car B (TCB). But we all know … [Read more...]
2017 Subcompact SUVs: Jeep Renegade Limited vs. Honda HR-V vs. Fiat 500X Trekking
Written by James Hamel It could well be argued, especially looking at the models tested for this 2017 subcompact SUV comparison test, that these are the latest cute-utes that we are told are not aimed at “manly men.” So, does this make these SUV’s “girly?” What century is this? Well, if by “girly” you mean totally off-road capable all while offering slick and enjoyable manual transmissions at various trim levels then we suppose that is true. So, if slipping your CVT … [Read more...]