The Hyundai Kona first came to market as a brand-new model in 2018, reflecting the imminent rise of the ever-growing crossover SUV segment. Over the course of its first generation, the Kona solidified a strong reputation as one of the best compact SUVs for the money, and it won numerous accolades along the way, too….
Some folks still think that American-made is the only way to go when it comes to automobiles. While it’s true that the good ole U-S-of-A still makes a fantastic car, there’s a whole wide world’s worth of other countries cranking our stellar vehicles. For instance, our friends over on the other side of the Pacific…
The small truck segment of the market has been criminally underserved in recent years. Models from the 90s and early aughts fell out of favor with the general public for a number of reasons—small cabs with barebones seating and amenities, too-small beds, and generally underpowered engines made them unappealing to all but the most niche…
“…and when she got out of the car, there was a hook hanging from the handle!” *shriek* For as long as modern humans have been around, we’ve been storytellers. Many of the far-fetched tales we spin are for entertainment purposes only, though a few of them end up becoming lore. Here are just a few…
Four – that’s the number of consecutive Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Awards Hyundai Santa Fe has reeled in. Following last year’s win, the 2023 Santa Fe put on its best Katherine Hepburn hat and accepted the automotive industry’s Oscar trophy for the 4th straight time, forcing other, less deserving midsize SUVs to awkwardly stand…
Don’t ya just hate it when siblings fight? Hyundai and Kia may both come from the same South Korean bloodline, but that doesn’t mean their vehicles are identical twins. Let’s look at and compare two of their most recognizable nameplates: the 2023 Tucson and Sportage. What’s the final word? Which is the best compact SUV?…
Being nestled right in central Alabama, Birmingham is just a stone’s throw away from tons of killer campgrounds, both in the Yellowhammer state and beyond. Let’s take a look at some of the best campgrounds in Alabama and other fun things to do in Birmingham. Oak Mountain State Park Oak Mountain State Park is one…
Remember when the electric vehicle was a niche form of transportation exclusively for hippies and the excessively wealthy? That time has come and gone, as EVs are now for everyone. Seriously. Thanks to a country-wide expansion of public EV charging stations, as well as boosts in driving range, electric cars are surprisingly accessible to most…
There’s no question about it: the EV revolution is coming, and it’s coming fast, with many big-time automakers pledging to go all-electric by the end of the current decade. Still, some remain skeptical. Are electric cars worth it? Is now the best time to buy an electric vehicle, or should you wait a couple more…
The arena of so-called car experts is crowded, indeed. Yet, in a field of thousands, few have earned the level of trust and respect that Kelley Blue Book has. That’s why we’re so proud to announce that the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe has won the Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Award in its class, for…
