Snow blower

[multiham]

Saw a couple older posts on snow blowers, but was hoping to get some new suggestions.

Live in s/e PA so we do not get a ton of snow, but typically get 2 to 3 storms with 8+ inches per year. My 15 year old Yard Machine has died and would like to replace it. I travel a lot and want to make sure my wife can use the new one. Easy to start, steer, etc.

Here are my requirements in priority order.

Easy for my wife to use. The Yard Machine I have required you to use brute strength to turn it. It also was difficult to start.

Easily capable of quickly clearing 75 ft x 25 ft driveway. Also being able to easily break through the snow pushed onto my driveway apron from the road plow.

I’m willing to pay for a little overkill on features and power.