It's been 11 years since I last tested a Cadillac so it was such a treat to drive the 2026 Optiq V-Series for Latino Traffic Report (LTR). New in 2025, the EV offers an electric range of 317 miles but style like its baby blue paint got the Optiq 2nd looks. MSRP $78,526.@Cadillac
@FirstTake@stephenasmith Lost some cred with me today Stephen A. with panties on fire on Belichick and Hall of fame. He's a CHEATER! Coaches on sidelines covering mouths, that's his legacy as well as SB wins. As a journalist, shocked u ignored that. Bravo to HOF for recognizing that.
Six-figure vehicles don't land at my casa often so when the 2025 Lexus LX 700h did, I prepared for a treat & got one! For 2025, the premium SUV now offers a hybrid model, 20 mpg average, and an Overtrail trim for off-road fans. Test model, MSRP $118,510, had both. #LTR#Lexus
On an LTR test drive, the 2025 Mazda CX-50 hybrid had good fuel economy, 32.5 as-tested ave mpg, versatility, and simplicity, features that help compact SUVs stand out among other SUVs. With rear seats flat it has 56.3 cubic ft of cargo room. As-tested MSRP: $41,920. #Mazda#LTR
Looking for a more sporty sedan? Try the 2025 Hyundai Elantra N. With a striking new exterior, includng a rear spoiler, it adds more power to the turbo 4-cylinder with 276 hp, 289 torq using the NSG button and N paddle shifters. As-tested MSRP: $37,070. #hyundai#LTR#ElantraN
All-new for 2025, the 4Runner also gets a new model, Trailhunter that takes offroading to a new level. I tested it for Latino Traffic Report (LTR) and it left me wishing I owned a ranch so I could take it offroad. Loaded with offroad tech, as tested MSRP $69,893. #LTR#Toyota
Testing the Toyota Supra for the third time reminds me how fun this sportiest of Toyota's models is to drive. 0-60 in 3.9 secs, 382 hp, 368 torque. If you want one, better hurry, 2026 will be the last model year. As tested MSRP $61,930. #Toyota#Supra
Great times in the 2025 Lexus UX 300h. Good looks, good as-tested ave MPG, 44.1, and extra sporty in F Sport trim with Sport S+ mode. Cool new Copper Crest color too. As-tested MSRP $48,200. #LexusUX#LTR
Chattanooga, Tenn. – Volkswagen Chattanooga workers voted in favor of union representation in their workplace this week. The vote was administered through a democratic, secret ballot vote overseen by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). Well done y felicidades y'all!
I drove the #Lexus350 last yr so happy to get into hybrid version as well, #Lexus350h. Along with lux styling and features (huge 14" touchscreen), the ave. as-tested fuel eco came to 32.5 mpg. Below EPA estimate but 30+ mpg still good. As-tested MSRP came to $58,445. #LTR@Lexus
How can u improve on a #toyotacorolla? Make it sporty, more versatile & a hybrid. An as-tested avg mpg of 38 helps. LTR recently test drove the Corolla Cross HV & it confirmed the idea that a more versatile Corolla is a good idea. As-tested MSRP $37,208 is pricey so FYI. #toyota
The 2024 Kona Limited speaks to young buyers, not just with its neon yellow ext. but also it's roomy interior that comes loaded with tech like smart cruise control and lux features like 12.3" IP and Nav screens and heated and cooled seats. As tested MSRP $34,695. #KONA#LTR