Driving With The High-Tech Texan - Car Reviews

The Mazda Miata is one of the most iconic sports cars and the newest version - complete with an automatic hard top - continues the tradition of a fun vehicle. It's not the largest car on the road but it definitely puts a smile on your face if you can fit behind the wheel.

With the cost of gas on the rise now may be a good time to consider an EV or at least a hybrid. Though they may be a bit higher in price they often save money in the long run if you factor in fuel savings.

The Lexus NX 350h is a hybrid that can get you some good gas mileage (or gas mileage equivalent) along with a comfy ride, wrapped up in a sexy 4-door compact SUV.

If you're looking for a smaller SUV that handles well at a decent price, you definitely need to consider the Kia Seltos. Though not as large at the Telluride, this 4-door ride packs a good punch under the hood along with nice interior features.

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It's a small CUV yet the new Buick Encore packs a good punch with its 1.3 L turbo engine while putting out a max of 155 hp. The upgraded Avenir packages adds several fine, finishing touches like leather seating and premium audio. And did you notice the new Buick logo?

Listen to my full review here as heard on "The High-Tech Texan Show with Michael Garfield" on KPRC 950AM (Houston) and iHeartRadio (wordlwide).

As I continue to review some of the new Samsung product launches I finally get to try the Watch 6 Classic. AT&T provided me with a review unit and the improvements from previous versions are good enough to upgrade your "old" watch.

Congrats to Samsung for bringing back the convenient rotating bezel that was missing from the last version.

Listen to my review here as heard on "The High-Tech Texan Show" on KPRC 950AM (Houston) and iHeartRadio (worldwide)

We like trucks. No, we love trucks. Especially Texas-built trucks. That's a small list but the Toyota Tundra fits that bill. The Tundra has always been a solid truck and when you upgrade it to a TRD Pro, well then you have one mighty off-road vehicle.

Take a listen to my review as heard on "The High-Tech Texan Show with Michael Garfield," via KPRC 950AM (Houston) and iHeartRadio (worldwide).

Alfa Romeo is a renowned brand worldwide and synonymous with luxury and racing. The iconic Italian automaker is now making its way into the 21st century with its first electrified car, the Tonale.

The 1.3L turbo I-4 engine is paired with a 90Kw motor which allows around 30 miles of sole electric change after charging (yes, it's a PHEV).

It's been a minute since I've been in a Hyundai and it's about damn time. The Santa Fe is a great SUV if you are looking for a 2 row beast with pretty decent gas mileage.

I like the interior and some of the unique tech features like the turn blinker cameras.

Listen to my full review as heard on "The High-Tech Texan Show with Michael Garfield." KPRC 950AM (Houston), iHeartRadio (worldwide).

If Ford can make an F-150 into a Raptor and Ram can upgrade its pickup truck into a TRX, Chevy can pick another large mammal like the Bison to feature upgrades on its popular ZR2 badge.

While the ZR2 Bison does not add anything under the hood (you still get 6.2L V8 and 420hp) as the Silverado ZR2, the outside enhancements are notable. Chevy turned to AEV to add 18" gloss black wheels, stamped skid plates, and floor liners in the $7,800 Bison package. You do also get the Multi-Flex tailgate.

Listen to my full review as heard on "The High-Tech Texan Show," KPRC 950AM (Houston) and iHeartRadio (worldwide).

Nissan has long been in the EV game with the Leaf that was introduced back in 2010. It took them a while to launch another EV and BOOM, the all-electric Ariya is here.

I got a chance to drive it recently. Listen to my thoughts and reviews here as heard on "The High-Tech Texan Show with Michael Garfield." iHeartRadio and KPRC 950AM