Mark Savage
Automotive ContributorMark Savage writes the auto review column, Savage On Wheels, for WUWM (formerly for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel) and Savageonwheels.com. He is the former executive editor of American Snowmobiler magazine and FineScale Modeler magazine, both part of Kalmbach Media in Waukesha.
Savage is an Indianapolis native where he fell in love with cars, the Indy 500 and all things fast, dating back to his pedal car days. He is an occasional commentator about the auto world for WUWM.
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Corolla, meaning little crown in Latin, is the all-time best-selling model in the world, and that’s a pretty big place. -
Let’s put this right up front, I’ve always liked Mazdas. Yet, I feel Mazda is slicing its market paper thin with its two compact crossovers. -
A Corolla-based crossover touting the Corolla name, as in this Corolla Cross, seems like a surefire winner for Toyota. -
Kicks is a fine entry-level vehicle that likely will sell mostly to young folks on a tight budget. -
Five years ago, I named Kia’s Telluride as my Zoomie Vehicle of the Year because it was near perfect. Not much has changed, and it didn’t need to. -
Leaf always has been the leading least expensive EV and a light, lively driver, so it’s somewhat fun while also being efficient. -
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Toyota 4Runner lovers have waited 15 years for a new model to take off-road and bash around muddy or rocky trails with their Jeep buddies. Off-roaders will likely welcome the upgraded and modernized 4Runner. -
Smooth, and quiet, and comfy the Lexus flagship LS 500 coddles, pampers and wraps its occupants in luxury that is stylish, yet restrained. -
The 2026 Toyota Prius Nightshade pairs sleek new styling with 44 miles of electric range, blending sporty design, comfort and Toyota’s hallmark efficiency.
