Let me start by setting things up for you. Lexus is still selling the fourth-generation RX that was introduced in late 2015 as a 2016 model. I should know since I was there for the media drive when the vehicle reached showrooms. Since then, I had four RXs, including a three-row L model.
Think about how we have been trying to achieve a sustainable lifestyle free of overconsumption of resources. To live with eating healthier foods produced without chemicals and consume goods that are made of more natural and organic materials.
A young man loved his cars fast, furious…or astute. The Lamborghini Countach would soon replace Farah Fawcett on some bedroom walls, but even Journey or Rush couldn't yield to a difficult-to-drive Italian supercar. As we began to attain our licenses, we pondered the possibilities of where it would take us. Rather, in what vehicle would we get there?
Sure, you may think that certain cars should be removed off of the highway. I beg to differ. You see, there are situations in life where a small hatchback – around, say, 155 inches in length, would actually be a perfect vehicle.
As a writer that focuses on the automobile, this is the question I hate being asked. First of all, it may expose a bias or preference of one brand over another. I’d like to keep biases out of my work as much as possible, unless something rubbed me the wrong way. It also frees up any brand loyalty that would spark major debates with other motorheads as to defend said brand even though I know the arguments against them.
This is an opinion that is rooted in fact. I had a chance to work with a couple of them over the past few years and have published my findings in a few outlets. What I discovered from the Eclipse Cross was a small SUV with driving manners that enthusiasts would enjoy and a strong driveline that punches above its weight.
I mention all of this because there was an anxious giggle upon reading that Ford would offer an off-road package for the F-Series Super Duty called the “Tremor” over a year ago. Frankly, I found this to be pretty funny, while I was scratching my head over it.
There’s two train of thoughts when Ford’s luxury brand is up for discussion. One is that they are no longer relevant among luxury car brands. Now that they’re selling only SUVs in North America, why bother shopping for one?
