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New Vehicle Reviews

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

By Armen Hareyan on
In a market segment deserted by many competitors, Lexus shines with a new model, introducing a new F Sport H package for ES350 and ES300h models along with a few new interior accouterments. This week I test-drove the 2023 Lexus ES 300h F Sport and this is my review.
By Armen Hareyan on
The 2023 Mazda CX-50 is ready to make a statement. With a zesty turbo engine, high-class cabin, and pleasing driving experience, Mazda has set a new standard for the compact SUV class. However, it's not without its drawbacks, such as wireless smartphone charging only being offered on top trims and the CX-50 offering less headroom than its predecessor, the CX-5. Yet, the CX-50 manages to deliver refinement and driving joy in a way that only a Mazda can, cementing its place in the compact SUV market.
By John Goreham on
We run down the list of special equipment that makes the 2023 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Rebel stand out in the crowd.
By John Goreham on
The 2023 Cadillac CT-4 V-Series Blackwing is a halo car that shows just how good GM is at stealing another competitor’s cheese.
By Nicolas Caballero on
Although Tesla has not confirmed key details such as name or date of arrival of the model (Model 2? Model C? Model Q?), they have actually revealed other important aspects of the future affordable 25,000 dollars electric car.
By John Goreham on
We provide our driving impressions after having had a week to try out the Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4 Winter Performance Tire on a 2023 Cadillac CT-4 V-Series Blackwing. If you are searching for a performance winter tire you need to read this.
By Nicolas Caballero on
The big Investor Day event last Wednesday night revealed the first details of the next generation of Tesla electric cars, but without getting into details about new models or specific launch dates.
By John Goreham on
Skidplates, full-size spare tire, recovery hooks, and all-terrain tires? Yes, and much more with the 2023 Honda Pilot TrailSport.
By Nicolas Caballero on
After some years of relative calm, Tesla Investor Day on March 1 will apparently recover its revolutionary essence, with many important news and announcements widely expected.
By Nicolas Caballero on
Perovskites are a revolutionary material in the solar panel industry that have been proven to have up to 250% greater efficiency than silicon panels. With the promise of significantly more energy efficiency, companies are racing to develop the technology needed to make use of perovskites in an efficient, cost-effective manner.
By Nicolas Caballero on
A new video reveals in detail what Tesla Cybertruck will be capable of, and look like, with higher ground clearance. Tesla, the California-based world leader in the electric car revolution, is set to release an all-electric vehicle—the Tesla Cybertruck—that will revolutionize the off-road industry and set a new standard for electric vehicles.
By John Goreham on
The 2023 GMS Sierra 1550 can come in a long list of ways. This is the best way for many.
By Justin Hart on
Over the weekend, a dear friend of the family asked me whether she should buy an EV or some kind of hybrid. She’s a recently widowed older woman that lives alone and does mostly short to medium distance drives around the greater Seattle and Puget Sound region. She lives in a rural part of the county Seattle is in (down a dirt road) and strongly prefers to avoid the gas station as much as possible (if not completely). She is looking at SUVs or crossovers.
By Nicolas Caballero on
Europe is taking the lead in adapting the “Hyperloop”, Elon Musk's innovative idea for freight transport, with the Swiss "Cargo Sous Terrain" (CST) project. The Hyperloop is a high-speed transportation system that was originally presented by Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, in 2013.
By Nicolas Caballero on
The Swiss company, together with Utah State University and ASPIRE, will make possible the implementation of a battery electric train for the first time in the United States. This electric train will be the well-known “FLIRT Akku”, which holds the record for traveling in 100% electric mode without any additional charging.
By Timothy Boyer on
Here’s the latest on the highest-scoring models from popular domestic brands according to Consumer Report’s newest ratings analysis.
By Nicolas Caballero on
The arrival of a new version of the Tesla Model 3 is imminent and the Chinese factory is already preparing for it. In order to make way for the new model, Tesla has suspended a portion of its production and delivery operations in Giga Shanghai.
By Nicolas Caballero on
The Tesla Model C is an upcoming electric vehicle from Tesla. Little is known about the vehicle so far (starting with the name, as it could be Model C or Model 2, or even Model Q), but rumors suggest it could basically be a compact four-door sedan and feature a modern design. It is expected to have a maximum range of 200 miles and be powered by Tesla’s LFP battery technology.
By Nicolas Caballero on
Autonomous driving is not advancing at the pace everyone expected, but it is still an important field in which to invest. Tesla is already working on the next version of Autopilot, and important news is expected soon.
By Nicolas Caballero on
In a presentation at the Mack Institute for Innovation Management, Wharton University, the Tesla Semi program manager explained to fleet managers from various companies the importance of electric trucks in reducing emissions from the trucking industry, while at the same time saving lots of money.
By Timothy Boyer on
Find out now what is good and what is bad in Toyota’s recent changes to the new Corolla hatchback and sedan models reviewed by a Toyota expert mechanic and find out why one of the two you would be better off avoiding.
By Nicolas Caballero on
We are getting closer to seeing the final production version of the Tesla Cybertruck. A new test model was seen seen in California just yesterday, and some details immediately caught everyone´s attention.
By Nicolas Caballero on
As part of the 'BLUEFIRE' project, the recharging technology has been tested in a racing kart and subjected to real resistance tests on the road, greatly exceeding expectations.
By Nicolas Caballero on
Tesla CEO, Elon Musk, has just announced the date for Investor Day, in which the roadmap for the coming years will be officially presented: the so-called 'Master Plan 3'.
By Nicolas Caballero on
It is clear that an electric car is a powerful saving tool for situations in which intensive use of the vehicle is made for years; this is the case of cars belonging to municipal fleets, also including (depending on the jurisdiction) police fleets. This savings have been actually already estimated at an American police station with a Tesla Model Y, with which they hope to achieve more than significant savings, and by the way double on the usual life span of this type of vehicle.

By Nicolas Caballero on
The Cybertruck will be presented in a few months, but we are steadily learning more details about it. We are getting closer to the great revelation of the year at Tesla; among many other details, a first look at its steered rear axle promises better mobility.
By Marc Stern on
With automakers like Ford, General Motors, Hyundai, BMW, and others either delivering or ramping up and delivering electric vehicles, you have to wonder if Tesla, the current market leader because it jumped in first, is seeing the competition gaining rapidly in its rearview.
By Tinsae Aregay on
For months now there have been speculations that Tesla is working on a refresh to the Model 3 and has codenamed the project "Highland." However, today, although subtle, we have received our first confirmation regarding project Highland from Elon Musk.
By Nicolas Caballero on
Mohammad Asadi, Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering at the Illinois Institute of Technology, has just published an article in the journal “Science” describing the chemistry behind his novel lithium-air battery design. The insights gained will allow high-tech companies like Tesla, and in fact, all other EV manufacturers to further optimize battery design, with the potential to achieve ultra-high power densities far in excess of current lithium-ion technology.
By Nicolas Caballero on
The Tesla Model S has broken the winter range record in a new extensive cold-weather range test conducted in Norway.