Urban Wheel Awards

05/31/2026

Meet the all-new 2026 Volvo EX30 Cross Country Ultra all-electric compact SUV. My hands-on review covers what makes this compact EV stand out: twin-motor power wrapped in a premium package. Read the full review: https://wix.to/f1CJOga

As consumer demand continues to favor hybrids over fully electric vehicles, automakers face increasing pressure to develop EVs that deliver more than just efficiency. Volvo is doing exactly that with the all-electric 2026 Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Cross Country Ultra. It’s more than just another model...

05/21/2026

I spent a week with the 2026 Acura MDX Type S SH-AWD Advance — a three-row luxury SUV that doubles as a practical family hauler with surprising performance. No major changes this year after last year’s refresh, but it still stands out if you need space, power, and everyday usability. Read my full review: https://wix.to/czbYPjv

The 2026 Acura MDX Type S SH-AWD stands out in the three-row luxury SUV segment. While others in the class focus on luxury, the Acura MDX has become a practical family vehicle with great performance. I spent a week with the top-tier Type S Advance, and I can tell you: if you need to carry passengers...

05/14/2026

The 2026 Chevy Blazer EV wears the SS badge — and it’s electrifying Chevy’s performance legacy. Read our hands-on take: lighter, quicker, and full of excitement.

Read the full review: https://wix.to/uiyPsVF

If you had told me five years ago that the most exciting "SS" badged Chevrolet would be a three-ton electric SUV, I would have laughed. The "Super Sport" badge has traditionally signified a V8 rumbling through a Camaro or a high-performance sedan.But after spending a week with the 2026 Chevrolet Bla...

05/11/2026

The 2026 Mazda CX-90 PHEV brings big-SUV presence with surprising agility. Weighing in at about 5,200 lbs, Mazda kept what made the CX-90 fun and smoothed out the small annoyances — plus it adds more premium features as standard. Read our full review to see how the PHEV compares and what’s new for 2026: https://wix.to/HMx6oiR

Two years ago, Mazda shook up the big SUV market with the CX-90. It was unique and more enjoyable to drive than many rivals, but it also had some quirks. For 2026, Mazda isn't trying to reinvent the wheel. Instead, the CX-90 Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) improves on small annoyances, adds more premium featu...

04/29/2026

Took the 2026 Lexus LX 700h Luxury Hybrid Premium for a week around the DMV — Beltway traffic, potholes, rain and all. The surprise? A calm, yacht-like ride and a hybrid system that inspires confidence. Read my full review and impressions from city streets to I-495. https://wix.to/7YxwSMt

I replaced my daily vehicle with the 2026 Lexus LX 700h Luxury Hybrid Premium and spent a week exploring D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, dealing with Beltway traffic, pothole-filled side streets in Prince George's County, and rainy trips on I-495. This large three-row SUV never felt out of place.What....

04/19/2026

Just in case…Everyone, stay safe. Big day tomorrow. It’s official. Signed at 6:00am. It was even on TV. Mine really turned blue. Don't forget that tomorrow marks the start of the new Facebook rule (also known as Meta), which allows them to use your photos. Don't forget the deadline is today!!!

According to the show 60 Minutes:

Just in case you missed it: a lawyer advised us to post this. The violation of privacy can be punished by law. NOTE: Facebook Meta is now a public entity. Every member must post a note like this. If you do not publish a statement at least once, it will be technically understood that you are allowing the use of your photos, as well as the information contained in your profile status updates.

I HEREBY DECLARE THAT I DO NOT GIVE MY PERMISSION FOR FACEBOOK OR META TO USE ANY OF MY PERSONAL DATA.

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