It’s rare that I step into a vehicle and immediately think to myself, “This car feels more expensive than it is.” In most instances, there’s a bit of sticker shock and while in some cases I can justify the cost of entry (see my review of the 2020 Mercedes GT 53 AMG HERE), most often I’m perplexed by the cost of entry versus the end result. Not so with the 2020 Buick Encore GX. This is a car that might very well be one of the best bargains for the buck I’ve driven thus far.
Jaguar Classic has reintroduced the 3.8-liter XK engine block, as fitted to many coveted Jaguar sedans and sports cars of the 1950s and 1960s, including the legendary E-type. Unavailable new for more than 50 years, these are the only brand-new XK engine blocks available.
As I approached a near 90 degree curve with the exhaust note howling from Mercedes’ AMG GT 53 in Super Sport mode, it was as if the car knew my adrenaline was pumping and felt obliged to keep it that way. Upon exiting the curve, I gleefully paddle-shifted into third, then fourth, and I couldn’t help but grin at the refined, luxurious driving experience the 2020 Mercedes GT 53 AMG delivers. All this while my seat’s massage mode worked my lower and upper back.
Aside from determining how to properly modify your vehicle based on the type of travel you’re planning, storing gear and keeping food organized (and cold) are arguably two of the most calculated considerations when planning a trip. I’ve used Rubbermaid-branded containers to store my gear along with a foam ice chest from the local grocery store. I’ve also used stout, aluminum boxes and $2,500 fridges. Each end of the spectrum has its merits and I’m all for whatever fits your budget and your need.
Founded in 1976, Pelican has evolved its product line to meet the demands of adventurists everywhere, with a host of products proudly made in the USA. Over the years I’ve grown fond of their storage and cooling solutions because they’re built tough and provide the versatility I look for in all the gear I use.
General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) is gathering hundreds of employees, dealers, investors, analysts, media and policymakers to share details of its strategy to grow the company’s electric vehicle (EV) sales quickly, efficiently and profitably.
“Our team accepted the challenge to transform product development at GM and position our company for an all-electric future,” said Mary Barra, GM chairman and CEO. “What we have done is build a multi-brand, multi-segment EV strategy with economies of scale that rival our full-size truck business with much less complexity and even more flexibility.”
The heart of GM’s strategy is a modular propulsion system and a highly flexible, third- generation global EV platform powered by proprietary Ultium batteries. They will allow the company to compete for nearly every customer in the market today, whether they are looking for affordable transportation, a luxury experience, work trucks or a high-performance machine.
