Rita Cook
The Washington Times
Dallas, TX, United States
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AUTO REVIEW: Cooper Countryman is a standout
The Cooper has always been a standout and its one of the best choices in its class for a variety of reasons. → Read More
Redesigned 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid is ahead of its class
It has been redesigned for 2018 and the Toyota Camry Hybrid might just have outdone itself. → Read More
CAR REVIEW: 2018 Infiniti QX30 is a coupe, crossover and hatchback
While taking a spin a few weeks ago in Los Angeles, I found the Infiniti QX30 was a crowd pleaser and a cross between a coupe, crossover and hatchback. → Read More
AUTO REVIEW: Toyota Prius Prime offers at-home charging
What can car buyers expect from the Toyota Prius Prime that the base Prius just doesn't offer? To begin there is a larger battery and that means more electric-range mileage. → Read More
Volvo wagon driving in 2018 features the near perfect V90
For those of you with memories of the station wagon who might still be longing for just such a vehicle, the 2018 Volvo V90 is going to make you very happy. → Read More
AUTO REVIEW: 2018 Lexus LC500h hits the trifecta
If you want a car to catapult you from good to great while creating a built-in sexy factor then the 2018 Lexus LC500h has to be at the top of your wish list. → Read More
2018 Acura TLX flaunts sportier package with an all-around refresh
Acura's energetic vibe just took a fresh turn with the 2018 Acura TLX proving that a luxury sedan can flaunt a sporty look. Reflecting the new direction Acura is heading, the TLX can be defined as a midsize luxury sedan with attitude. → Read More
2018 Honda Civic mid-size features race car ready luxury
I had a double whammy Honda experience last week. I not only drove the 2017 Honda Civic SI, but then I flew to Seattle to test the new Type R for 2018. The experience with the Type R was both on the street and the racetrack. → Read More
Mazda CX-5 is all about comfort and safety
The Mazda CX-5 has always been a top performer in the brand's lineup. Now with an all new design in 2017, it has taken the compact crossover SUV market to an even higher level of perfection. → Read More
2018 Toyota Camry still vanilla, but with a cherry on top
The word "vanilla" had been bandied around by the Toyota suits referring to their dependable brand favorite, but the promise is "the 2018 version of the Camry is anything but." → Read More
AUTO REVIEW: 2017 Volvo XC90 T6 AWD Inscription is sexy
As always, when I'm delivered a Volvo for my weekly drive I get giddy all over. This time was no different when the 2017 Volvo XC90 T6 AWD Inscription parked itself in my driveway. → Read More
AUTO REVIEW: 2017 Kia Niro hybrid has lots of pep
Can you say compact hybrid crossover SUV with some snazzy offerings? If that’s your thing, then the 2017 Kia Niro is going to be right up your alley. It’s all new for Kia fans with competition like the Toyota Prius Hatchback, Ford C-Max Hybrid Wagon and the Toyota Rav 4 SUV. → Read More
2017 Genesis G90 luxury can play with the competition
If you are tired of all the business as usual luxury brands then you might want to look into the 2017 Genesis G90. It fits the bill in the sedan world and is a brand all its own now. The 2017 Genesis G90 is all-new model since it recently branched off from Hyundai. And, while luxurious, the price tag is a bit friendlier than the competition. → Read More
2017 Honda Civic meets wants, needs in small car market
The Honda Civic was redesigned only a year ago, so there is little change in the 2017 version. You can expect excellent miles per gallon and a good bang when you press the accelerator too. → Read More
2017 Chevrolet Colorado easy to drive with a low-key chill vibe
For a truck, this Chevrolet is top notch in the midsize trunk segment. The 2017 Chevrolet Colorado is the kind of truck that is easy to drive and has a low-key chill vibe. → Read More
2017 Mazda Miata has drivers roadster ready
Driving should be an adventure. Certainly there are many choices to get the adventure started. However, last week when I drove the little 2017 Mazda Miata I actually found myself smiling when I thought about going anywhere. I was looking for adventure and trying to create new places to drive this little roadster. → Read More
2017 BMW X4 is a hit all around
While it is one of the sleekest looking SUV's I have driven in sometime, the BMW is still first and foremost all about luxury. Since you sit a bit higher you get a good look at what is going on around you on the road. Even if you are in what the BMW folks call a coupe. → Read More
Infiniti proud to offer strong engine and sexy styling on the 2017 QX80
For Infiniti fans, the automaker debuted the Q50 and QX80 Signature editions at the Chicago Auto Show earlier this month with an eye toward offering stronger engines and sexier, sure-to-be- noticed wheels. → Read More
RITA COOK: CAR REVIEW: 2016 Chevrolet Corvette still owns the sports car market
Indeed, the word epic comes to mind when thinking of adjectives for the 2016 Chevrolet Corvette. Take that a step further and the Stingray Coupe that I drove becomes epic times 10. I mean who doesn’t love the fact that everyone wants to tell you how much they love your car? Who can blame them since the Chevrolet Corvette is a crowd pleaser in both performance and beauty. → Read More
RITA COOK: CAR REVIEW: 2015 Fiat 500 Abarth offers Italian sass at home
Get ready for the feisty little Fiat’s latest incarnation, the 500 tweaked for 2016 with new styling inside and out. However, in 2015 from Italy with love, the Fiat still offers everything Americans love about the Italian style and sass from across the pond. → Read More