Today's News From the Cars.com Family

One reader wants to know which small crossover SUV to buy, and Ask.cars.com tries to point her in the right direction. Then, PickupTrucks.com has a report from their first drive in the 2009 Suzuki Equator. Finally, MotherProof.com has a full slate with a review and video. The 2008 Chevrolet Malibu gets high marks from one mom-reviewer, and the Chief Mom gets some advice from the Car Seat Guy, who is — you guessed it — an expert at installing car seats.

Which Small Crossover SUV Should I Buy? (Ask.cars.com)
First Drive: 2009 Suzuki Equator (PickupTrucks.com)
What's the Safest Place for a Car Seat? (MotherProof.com)
MotherProof.com Demystifies Car-Seat Installation (MotherProof.com)
2008 Chevrolet Malibu Review (MotherProof.com)

Comments

I found the 4 cylinder cloth version of the Malibu very disappointing. The interior dash was cheap and the cloth left a lot to be desired. I was impressed with the handling and sound levels - but that's it. I ended up buying an Accord for less than $1500 more and it's a way better car. Even the old Camry outsells the Malibu by almost 4 to 1. Unfortunately for GM the Malibu is a sales failure.