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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!

Mustang remains classic muscle car

Roseville, Calif.- One iconic American pony/muscle car has departed and another fades away a year from now. And that leaves one vehicle remaining from an esteemed group - the Ford Mustang.

Lots of reasons to admire BMW X7

Starting at a hefty price tag of approximately $81,900, the xDrive40i would be our choice. Of course, if money is not an issue, going with one of the other two versions of the X7 will be even more pleasing.

2024 Subaru Crosstrek has modest redesign

Roseville, Calif.- The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek arrived with the alluring tag of having a full redesign. What we quickly discovered is the changes aren't very noticeable.

Jeep Grand Cherokee L features third row

The 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L is a midsize SUV that provides three rows of seating. The family-focused vehicle now seats up to seven people, and does it with a good amount of comfort in all three rows.

Can Tonale help enhance Alfa Romeo’s U.S. sales?

Roseville, Calif.- An Italian auto manufacturer, Alfa Romeo longs for success in the U.S. Thus far, those efforts are meager. However, the luxury vehicle company is

Prius Prime enhanced with smart redesign

Roseville, Calif.- Apparently, many people pay attention to the Toyota Prius. We spent a week with the 2023 Toyota Prius Prime and lost count of how many people wanted to discuss its redesign.

Meet the new Mazda CX-90 plug-in hybrid

We test drove the 2024 Mazda CX-90 plug-in hybrid (PHEV) for a week and came away impressed by its overall quality. The new SUV, which also is offered as a gas-powered model, has a 17.8-kWh battery and delivers up to 26 miles of electric driving range per charge.

2024 Hyundai Kona gets major redesign

Roseville, Calif.- In the subcompact crossover SUV class, the Hyundai Kona ranks as one of the standouts. The 2024 Hyundai Kona is already out and is distinguished by a complete redesign that corrected some of its weaker points.

Lexus LX 600 having trouble matching rivals

Roseville, Calif.- Despite an upgraded, stronger engine, classy cabin, and modern technology, the 2023 Lexus LX 600 can still be matched or exceeded by many of its rivals.

Toyota shelves Avalon and introduces the Crown

For the record, the Japanese automaker says the 2023 Toyota Crown is not a replacement for the Avalon, which debuted nearly 30 years ago. Discontinued after its 2022 version, the Avalon was a roomy, premium sedan that never quite found a niche.

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Roseville, Calif.- Convenience, below-market rates, and amenities all come together at Main Street Plaza in Historic Old Roseville. The latest in affordable housing, these two and three bedroom rentals

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Roseville ranked 5th in nation to Work at Home

Roseville, Calif.- Working from home this past year was a necessary transition for many in Roseville and around the country. Thirty-eight percent of adults have either switched to telework or live with someone who has, according to a December survey by the U.S. Census Bureau.