2021 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro CrewMax Review: A Great Work or Family Truck
I spent 20 years in the construction industry and I’ve seen my fair share of tough pickup trucks. On the job site, there was a hierarchy of trucks based on … Read more
Rides
Mocha Man Style RIDES section features reviews of cars, trucks, and SUVs. We also share automotive news, auto maintenance tips, and general information about land, air, and water vehicles.
2020 Lexus ES 350 F Sport Review: Affordable Luxury at its Finest
I’ve reviewed Lexus vehicles for several years, and my initial impression of the brand was that it was stodgy and conservative. Nothing about the vehicles really stood out to … Read more
The 2021 Ram 1500 Named Truck of Texas by Texas Auto Writers
I’m a member of the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) and our biggest event of the year is the TAWA Truck Rodeo. Over the course of two days, we put … Read more
2020 Chrysler Pacifica Limited Review: A Minivan with Street Cred
Minivans have gotten a bad rap. Many people believe that buying a minivan will signal the end of their lives. No longer will they be considered cool, trendy, or young. … Read more
2020 Ram 1500 Lone Star Review: Rough, Rugged, and Refined
I’m a Texan and trucks are part of my heritage. I remember riding in the back of my grandfather’s pickup. My cousins and I would roll around in the bed … Read more
2020 Toyota Highlander Platinum AWD Review: A Vehicle for When You Don’t Want a Minivan
When my three kids were young, I bought a minivan. It was not by choice. I resisted. I fought. I tried to convince myself that I could comfortably load my … Read more
How to Prepare Your Car for a Road Trip
Each year, countless families load up the car, truck, SUV, or minivan for adventures through highways and backroads. But before you plan your road trip, make sure that your vehicle … Read more
2020 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Review: A Real American Muscle Car
When Dodge introduced the Hellcat in 2015, I got to test drive one on a racetrack in West Virginia. Before I was allowed to drive it, I had to … Read more
Fordzilla P1 Concept Car Blurs Line Between Real and Virtual Worlds
Ford is working on blurring the line between the real world and the virtual world with their latest innovation. In partnership with Team Fordzilla, the automaker has developed the ultimate … Read more
2021 Lexus LC 500h Review: A Gorgeous Hybrid that Exudes Luxury
The 2021 Lexus LC 500h is part of the brand’s flagship luxury coupe line. Here are my thoughts after spending a week with the vehicle. 2021 Lexus LC 500h Overview … Read more