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New Vehicle Reviews (Page 3)

New Vehicle Reviews

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

By Timothy Boyer on
A recent review of the 2025 Lincoln Navigator by Consumer Reports reveals that it is little more than an overpriced Expedition.
By Armen Hareyan on
I found the 2025 Subaru Outback Touring XT unexpectedly smoother and more enjoyable than I imagined, and it left me curious to hear how it feels for you behind the wheel.
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz delivers an unexpected blend of comfort, capability, and tech that will make you question everything you thought you knew about compact pickups.
By John Goreham on
Two years ago, we began testing an EV charger from Emporia. Little did we know just how valuable this charger would end up being for our daily electric vehicle testing.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Infiniti finally seems to be making the right moves to get back on the enthusiast’s radar, but now it has more rivals to compete with.
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2025 Jeep Wrangler Willys 41 4xe trades leather luxury for heritage styling, plug-in power, and trail-ready capability—see if it’s worth $73K.
By John Goreham on
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is a fantastic battery-electric vehicle that comes in many different trims and themes. Having tested the racecar N and the luxurious Limited, I have a solid opinion on which is the better buy for nearly every buyer.
By Rob Enderle on

This column discusses Hyundai's upcoming compact EV, contextualizing it within the success of the Ioniq line, the brand's rise in quality, and the intense competition it will face from European, Chinese, and American automakers.
By Rob Enderle on
By adopting the agile, citizen-centric, and innovative mindset of a tech start-up, governments can transform their slow, inefficient bureaucracies into responsive organizations that deliver breakthrough services and rebuild trust with the people served.
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2025 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy Night Edition delivered an unexpected blend of luxury, space, and road-trip comfort that might just make you question your loyalty to pricier rivals.
By Dimitar Angelov on
In a world of tech-packed compact models and obscene price bumps, the 2025 Kia K4 proves that less might be more.
By Timothy Boyer on
While not the typical most popular models, this automotive expert explains why he recommends these 10 models that takes a lot of pressure off of new car shoppers who just want a vehicle that is sensible, reliable, and affordable.
By Dimitar Angelov on
I see a French connection in the 2026 Honda Prelude that most people missed. Has the iconic Japanese coupe been inspired by a foreign design?
By John Goreham on
In advance of the launch of the new Goodyear Assurance MaxLife2 tire, Torque News conducted a four-month test of these all-season tires to see if they would live up to the stellar reputation of the prior generation. Here’s what we have found so far.
By Dimitar Angelov on
Acura Integra gets refreshed for 2026 and retains an important feature that other companies are foregoing.
By Rob Enderle on
The Hyundai Insteroid concept car, drawing inspiration from media, could serve as a unique and affordable "halo product" that attracts younger car buyers and counters the rise of Chinese EVs, rekindling excitement for bold automotive design.
By Timothy Boyer on
A 2025 Camry owner reports that Toyota approved a Lemon Law claim for his new car due to this problem.
By John Goreham on
We test and review the Lexus “Texas.” Is the TX 350 AWD the right large SUV for your needs?
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2025 GMC Canyon AT4X surprised me with an unexpected mix of rugged off-road grit and refined daily drivability, but one clever design choice turned out to be unlikeable in ways I didn’t see coming.
By John Goreham on
We test and review the new 2025 Acura ADX. This is Acura’s newest vehicle, and one we think will do very well in the premium small crossover marketplace.
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2025 Buick Envista Sport Touring surprised me with its premium feel and sleek design, and its 3-cylinder engine proved surprisingly capable for everyday driving.
By Timothy Boyer on
A New Toyota RAV4 owner has a complaint about his 2025 Hybrid RAV4, but is it really something to complain about? Not everyone agrees.
By Rob Enderle on
Challenging the Tesla Model Y, the Xiaomi YU7 emerges as a powerful competitor by leveraging a superior NVIDIA-powered AI interface and a deeply integrated "Human x Car x Home" ecosystem that promises a more connected ownership experience.
By John Goreham on
We tested the newly refreshed 2025 Honda Odyssey Elite Minivan and were blown away by how great it is. The only real question for shoppers is, do you have the self-confidence to drive it?
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2025 Nissan Kicks delivers an unexpected blend of spacious comfort and smart tech that might just make you rethink what a budget-friendly compact SUV can feel like.
By Timothy Boyer on
These subcompact and compact SUVs, Consumer Reports says, are high performers that will keep you safe with active safety systems that come standard in their recommended choices for consumers.
By Timothy Boyer on
The best new car deals this 4th of July that car shoppers need to know about on the 2025 models offered with money-saving incentives that start right now before the holiday.
By John Goreham on
We’ve just tested what some are calling the “Perfect SUV.” Before you jump to disagree, let’s look at what the 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport has to offer.
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2025 Nissan Rogue Platinum delivered an unexpected sense of luxury and calm that made me rethink what a compact SUV should feel like.
By Timothy Boyer on
Save gas and money on these models recommended by Consumer Reports automotive experts.