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Weidel on Wheels. Author Jeffrey Weidel is an award-winning writer from the Sacramento region who has reviewed automobiles for more than two decades. Check out his latest ride!

Toyota RAV4 remains atop small SUV class

Roseville, Calif. - Introduced in Japan and Europe in 1994, and two years later an instant hit in the U.S. market, the Toyota RAV4 has been a class leader for three decades.

Honda Passport a capable midsize SUV

Roseville, Calif.- When Honda wanted to climb onboard the sport utility vehicle movement three decades ago, it's first entry was the Passport. The Passport resides between the three-row Pilot and the extremely popular CRV in the Honda SUV lineup.

Lexus hybrid UX 250h SUV no match for cheaper RAV4

Roseville, Calif.- At first glance, one wonders if the 2024 Lexus UX 250h is a sport utility vehicle or a hatchback. It's easy to be fooled since the classy 250h has a roofline that rises in height and can easily be classified as a hatchback. For the record, the Lexus UX 250h

Hyundai Venue offers lots of bang for the buck

Roseville, Calif.- Like almost every vehicle produced by the South Korean automaker, the 2024 Hyundai Venue is a practical vehicle that offers lots of bang for the buck.

Honda Pilot remains reliable family-friendly SUV

Roseville, Calif.- Although the competition has increased in recent years, the reliable and well-rounded Honda Pilot has remained in the upper echelon for families seeking a three-row midsize SUV.

Mercedes GLC 300 ranks high among compact luxury SUVs

Roseville, Calif.- It's been eight years since the Mercedes GLC 300 debuted, pushing the German automakers GLK class aside as it joined a sizable list of compact luxury SUVs.

Much to like regarding 2024 BMW iX

Roseville, Calif.- It's easy to be enamored with the BMW iX. It delivers excellent performance, has terrific overall range, offers superior comfort, and has plenty of bells and whistles that will please any tech-savvy individual.

Meet the Range Rover plug-in hybrid

Roseville, Calif.- A highly sophisticated SUV, the Range Rover also features a rugged side that makes the total package quite unique.

2024 Ford Maverick an appealing small truck

Roseville, Calif.- Traditional truck owners who are tired of frequently visiting the pumps, might want to consider purchasing the fuel efficient 2024 Ford Maverick, a great alternative to the beloved large truck.

Kia Telluride a splendid midsize SUV

Roseville, Calif.- The Telluride stands out due to its smooth ride quality, spacious interior, solid performance, and a third row that can accommodate adult-size passengers, a rarity for most SUVs.

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Has Downtown Roseville Finally Arrived? Progress brings entertainment and family fun

Roseville, Calif.- For a thriving and growing city of approximately 150,000, Downtown Roseville has always seemed a bit at odds with itself over the years. Growing pains provide a sense of incongruence as the past bends and yields to the future in an elongated series of fits and starts.