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New Vehicle Reviews (Page 2)

New Vehicle Reviews

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

By John Goreham on
If you have ever dreamed of having a racecar, but you need a station wagon, we have good news. BMW has that all in one package.
By John Goreham on
We tested the 2026 Acura Integra with a manual stick-shift transmission and came away wondering whether shoppers really want a stick shift.
By John Goreham on
Here’s a long list of reasons why the 2026 six-speed manual A-Spec Acura Integra is better than any other sedan you can name for about $40K.
By Dimitar Angelov on
The ninth-generation Sentra gets a few important upgrades, but Nissan could have gone the extra mile on a few fronts.
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2026 Nissan Murano delivers one of the most surprisingly upscale cabins in its class, with a premium look and feel that instantly makes you forget just how much pressure Nissan has been under for the last two decades.
By Armen Hareyan on
The unexpected part about driving the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid is realizing how its quiet capability and standard AWD make it stand out in a segment where most hybrids focus on MPG alone, and that discovery changes the whole story.
By Dimitar Angelov on
The two Japanese electric SUVs have big aspirations for the US Market, and here’s how they compare based on everything we know.
By John Goreham on
We have just swapped out Falken WildPeak A/T3W all-terrain tires for Michelin X-ICE Snow SUV tires, and our initial drive leaves us with three surprise conclusions already.
By John Goreham on
“To a man with a hammer, everything is a nail.” Or something like. As the saying goes, when you have a ginormous vehicle like the 2026 Ford Expedition King Ranch in the driveway, all of those big, long and bulky items just seem to spring to mind.
By Armen Hareyan on
I spent a week driving the 2026 Nissan Armada Platinum Reserve Intelligent 4WD, and what I discovered was unexpected: a full-size SUV from a mainstream brand that feels every bit as premium and composed as its luxury rivals, yet costs thousands less.
By John Goreham on
In a new report from our friends at Consumer Reports, they list out the very best tires in a wide range of categories. Their picks are solid. However, we have a few choices that may save you some money if you’re willing to buy from another brand.
By John Goreham on
We test the 2026 Toyota Crown Signia wagon, and find that Toyota has nailed this vehicle, but has forgotten one small, round detail important to many crossover owners.
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness delivers an unexpected mix of quiet comfort and rugged purpose that makes you rethink what a true exploration SUV should feel like every day.
By Dimitar Angelov on
While the H9 is supposed to be a premium offering, it comes at a reasonable price, but it falls short in one particular aspect, and it’s not the one I was expecting.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Kia K5 is another proof that the Korean automotive industry copied the Japanese model to dominate the American car market.
By Armen Hareyan on
Imagine thinking the automatic Z was the smart choice until the unexpected thrill of the 2026 Nissan Z Nismo 6MT review shows what real driving passion truly feels like.
By John Goreham on
During our testing, we could not stop drawing comparisons to one of our favorite compact crossover SUVs, the Subaru Forester. Here’s why the 2026 Kia Sportage X-Pro Prestige offers buyers an interesting alternative.
By John Goreham on
We offer our driving impressions of an all-terrain tire that works well on crossovers and small SUVs.
By John Goreham on
We have just tested a portable Level 2 Lectron EV Charger with an NACS connection. Be sure to read this before installing your NEMA 14-50 outlet.
By Armen Hareyan on
My first trip in the 2025 Land Rover Defender 130 V8 took an unexpected turn when a simple Costco pizza run for our church festival turned into one of the most revealing tests of what this British SUV is truly capable of.
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2026 Infiniti QX80 continues to feel undeniably premium, and while the Sport trim is more an appearance-and-content upgrade, the ride/handling balance leans toward the soft and compliant side, which in a vehicle this size is exactly what I’d expect.
By John Goreham on
We have tested the 2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally on and off pavement. Here’s why the Michelin CrossClimate2 tires were what we found most interesting.
By Chris Johnston on
From millions of customer miles to e-depot infrastructure buildout, Tesla Semi and rivals are quietly racking up impressive real-world gains.
By John Goreham on
We explore why the Lincoln Navigator is a popular option for shoppers looking for a very large luxury SUV.
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2026 Hyundai Palisade XRT PRO delivers an unexpected mix of rugged confidence and family comfort that may change how you think about three-row SUVs.
By John Goreham on
Why not add a compact third row of seating to your SUV at no extra charge? If you opt for the Mitsubishi Outlander SEL, you can have it all.
By Armen Hareyan on
What surprised me most about the 2025 Hyundai Elantra N wasn’t its speed or handling but how unexpectedly easy it was to live with as a daily driver.
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2026 GMC Terrain AT4 AWD delivered an unexpected mix of rugged capability and everyday comfort that left me rethinking what a compact SUV can really do.
By Timothy Boyer on
Here's a recent list of small SUV recommended models, as well as those models you should stay away from, say Consumer Reports analysts.
By Timothy Boyer on
Finding a comfortable SUV isn't just about soft seats; it's about how easy the controls are to use, how clearly you can see out, how passengers feel in the back, and how quiet the cabin stays on the highway.