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New Vehicle Reviews

New Vehicle Reviews

This section will review cars, trucks, products and books related to the auto industry.

By Dimitar Angelov on
PHEV trucks are not plentiful, nor popular in the US, but that’s okay, because Nissan can sell you something better.
By John Goreham on
Many EV advocates are irked that some plug-in hybrid-electric vehicle owners forget to plug in their PHEV, or just find plugging in a hassle. Range Rover’s best model solves this concern with an incentive to plug in that’s hard to ignore.
By Armen Hareyan on
I vividly remember years ago my test-drive of the Toyota Sequoia, and now reviewing the 2026 Ford Expedition I'd say it's like "riding on a cloud." And long road trips are less fatiguing because the suspension settles quickly after big dips.
By John Goreham on
We list out five ways the Honda HR-V is at the top of its segment.
By Dimitar Angelov on
The publication has been providing useful consumer advice for years, and for 2026, Korean models seem to be dominating.
By Dimitar Angelov on
One of the most underrated Japanese trucks may just be the Tacoma's strongest competitor, especially if you are looking for a V-6 engine.
By John Goreham on
Our most recent media test vehicle is a Volvo EX30, imported from China. Here is what we found in our testing that may surprise some shoppers.
By John Goreham on
We test a mid-trim pickup truck and find out what you get for well below the average transaction price for a truck in 2026.
By John Goreham on
We’ve just spent a week of winter testing with the Kumho Majesty 9 Solus TA91, and have come away very impressed with this OEM all-season tire.
By John Goreham on
The New England Motor Press was blessed enough to test the Hyundai Kona Limited this past year for a long stretch. Here’s what members thought of it.
By Armen Hareyan on
What started as an unexpected flat tire during my week with the 2025 Toyota 4Runner Hybrid Trailhunter turned into a real-world moment that revealed how this SUV handles problems, pressure, and everyday ownership in a way many rivals simply may not.
By Armen Hareyan on
An unexpected pothole that ended my final drive with two flat tires revealed more about the 2026 Mazda CX 70 Turbo S Premium Plus than a perfect week ever could and it left me questioning why this SUV feels so much more premium than its price suggests.
By Dimitar Angelov on
A true Subaru STI model has been a long time coming, and we are getting one in 2027, but is it any good?
By John Goreham on
We update our long-term test of the Michelin Pilot Sport All-Season 4 Tires and report how they handle light snow and icy conditions even on rear-wheel drive 2025 Toyota GR86 sports car.
By Armen Hareyan on
After a full week driving the 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid XSE I discovered an unexpected reason why this quiet practical SUV may be the easiest vehicle to live with every single day and why owners might have strong opinions to share.
By John Goreham on
We’re big fans here of TrailSports and similar Crossover SUV trims that enable better adventures off pavement. Honda’s new CR-V TrailSport pairs this with great fuel efficiency.
By John Goreham on
We test and review the new 2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy and find that those who don't want a giant hulk of an SUV may find peace in this three-row vehicle.
By Dimitar Angelov on
A mid-cycle refresh for the Nissan Z brings important improvements and foreshadows the brand's renewed efforts in making performance cars.
By Armen Hareyan on
Minutes after taking delivery of the 2026 Mazda CX 50 Hybrid, an unexpected rock strike and flat tire turned a routine review into a real-world test that revealed truths most first drives never show and it might sound very familiar to your own experience.
By John Goreham on
We have tested the Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015 tire in snow and on ice off-pavement and on. We came away very impressed by these tires used on very popular crossover SUVs.
By Dimitar Angelov on
This time, Porsche went above and beyond to deliver a truly special 911 GT3, commemorating F.A. Porsche, and each car will be unique.
By John Goreham on
We test and review the 2025 MINI Cooper S Convertible front-wheel drive sports coupe with an eye towards its winter capabilities. The results were not what we expected.
By John Goreham on
In our first test on snow and ice, the Michelin X-ICE Snow SUV tires on our 2023 Ford Bronco Sport Badlands prove remarkably grippy.
By John Goreham on
We kick off a long-term test of the Michelin Pilot Sport All-Season 4 tire using our 2025 Toyota GR86 sports coupe as the test vehicle. Here are our initial thoughts on this impressive tire.
By Dimitar Angelov on
The Nissan Rogue is the brand's bestseller, and for 2026, a few key features continue to make it relevant in an SUV-saturated market.
By John Goreham on
We review the 2026 Toyota 4Runner in its limited trim without the hybrid Max engine. Here’s what we found this odd combination to feel like when driven.
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2026 Chevy Trax 2RS surprised me with its big-car comfort, sharp styling, and the kind of everyday drivability you don’t expect from a crossover that starts this cheap.
By John Goreham on
We test and review a new EV charger, the Life Plus from MSI, which offers many features and feels very well built.
By John Goreham on
We test and review the Lectron 40-amp mobile charger equipped with a mobile app. This is a charger used with a NEMPA 14-50 circuit, and 240-volts input.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Here's how good a job Nissan did with keeping the Sentra relevant, amidst a competitive, compact sedan market.