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2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium AWD Review

The Mach-E may be a polarizing entry into the Mustang's history, but it shows how an aging nameplate can be a progressive addition to Ford's lineup.



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2022 Volkswagen Tiguan S FWD Review

2022 Volkswagen Tiguan S FWD Review

Four years later, VW has come full circle with the mid-cycle update for the 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan, which brings a new look and added content to its compact SUV. 


2021 Buick Encore GX Essence Review

2021 Buick Encore GX Essence Review

The 2021 Buick Encore GX is the most affordable option in Buick's all-SUV lineup.


2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Review

2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Review

The Jeep Grand Cherokee has been around for almost 30 years now and in that time, Jeep says that it has become the most awarded SUV of all time.


2021 Toyota Land Cruiser Review

2021 Toyota Land Cruiser Review

This year marks exactly 70 years since Toyota first introduced its rugged Land Cruiser, but with such an anniversary comes the disappointing news that Toyota will no longer sell this off-road SUV in North America.


2021 Lexus RC 350 F Sport AWD Review

2021 Lexus RC 350 F Sport AWD Review

Our reviewer was able to sample the 2021 Lexus RC 350 AWD decked out in the sporty-looking F Sport package.


2021 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Review

2021 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Review

Toyota's TRD Pro brand is applied to a line of extreme off-road trucks and SUVs, and the Tacoma TRD Pro competes against mid-size off-road trucks like the Chevy Colorado ZR2, Jeep Gladiator Rubicon, and Nissan Frontier Pro-4X.


2021 Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 Review

2021 Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 Review

Unoficially, the Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 is the ultimate hot hatch.


2021 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Review

2021 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Review

Does the return of the Mach 1 make up for the 17-year-wait since its predecessor?


2021 Lexus IS 350 F Sport Review

2021 Lexus IS 350 F Sport Review

Lexus makes the F Sport package exclusively available and standard equipment on the IS 350.


2021 Nissan Armada SV Review

2021 Nissan Armada SV Review

The 2021 Armada is the latest vehicle to get the new face of Nissan SUVs.


2021 Audi RS7 Test Review

2021 Audi RS7 Test Review

Who says your family-hauling daily driver and your corner-carving sports car can't be one and the same?


2021 Ford Edge Trim Level Guide

2021 Ford Edge Trim Level Guide

The 2021 Ford Edge sports five trim levels, two powertrain options, and FWD and AWD options.


2022 Toyota Tundra: First Look

2022 Toyota Tundra: First Look

Toyota is looking to steal the full-sized truck show with the release of the 2022 Toyota Tundra.


2022 Honda Civic: First Look

2022 Honda Civic: First Look

The eleventh-generation Honda Civic will continue to offer sedan and hatchback models, along with sporty Si and Type-R performance trim levels.


2021 Honda Accord Hybrid Review

2021 Honda Accord Hybrid Review

Now in its 10th generation, the Honda Accord carries on its legacy of being a practical sedan that is also fun to drive.


2022 Acura MDX A-Spec Review

2022 Acura MDX A-Spec Review

The Japanese automaker has been pushing to get back to its roots of producing exciting performance cars. And it's not letting the MDX go unnoticed.


2021 BMW Alpina XB7 Review

2021 BMW Alpina XB7 Review

The Alpina is BMW's in-house boutique builder, and the BMW Alpina XB7 is its first SUV.


Read 2021 Mercedes-AMG E63 S Review

2021 Mercedes-AMG E63 S Review

The AMG E63 S is full of personal touches that make it an extrordinary example of Mercedes-Benz engineering.


Read 2021 Nissan Kicks SR Review

2021 Nissan Kicks SR Review

The 2021 Nissan Kicks is an understated SUV that knocks it out of the park.


Exterior view of the 2021 Lexus RC F Fuji Speedway Edition

2021 Lexus RC F Fuji Speedway Edition Review

The 2020 Lexus RCF Track Edition is now the 2021 Lexus RC F Fuji Speedway Edition, offering power and poise to curves and more.


Exterior view of the 2021 BMW M5 Competition

2021 BMW M5 Competition Review

Does the BMW M5 Competition sedan live up to its legendary status?


Exterior view of the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD LTZ Z71

2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD LTZ Z71 Review

Take a spin in the the 2021 2500HD equipped with LTZ trim level, equipped with the legendary Duramax diesel engine, and the off-road-ready Z71 package.


Exterior view of the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette 2LT Z51

2021 Chevrolet Corvette 2LT Z51 Review

For the 2021 Chevrolet Corvette 2LT Z51, Chevrolet made some upgrades to make it worth the wait.


Exterior view of the 2021 Bronco Sport First Edition

2021 Bronco Sport First Edition Review

The 2021 Ford Bronco Sport shares much of its underpinnings with the Ford Escape, but offers all-wheel drive and off-road capabilities.


Exterior view of the 2021 Hyundai Elantra Limited

2021 Hyundai Elantra Limited Review

A popular choice with commuters, the 2021 Hyundai Elantra is perfect for that daily drive to the office and back.


Exterior view of the 2021 Audi SQ5

2021 Audi SQ5 Review

    

The entire 2021 Audi Q5 lineup was refreshed for the model year, including the performance-inclined SQ5 version. 


Exterior view of the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe RST 4WD

2021 Chevrolet Tahoe RST 4WD Review

The 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe aims to prove that big, body-on-frame SUVs can be just as stylish as anything else on the market.


Exterior view of the 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer AWD Activ

2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer AWD Activ Review

The 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer adds a more traditional SUV to Chevy's lineup of SUVs that verge on compact.


Exterior view of the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Limited

2021 Subaru Crosstrek Limited Review

The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Limited takes a trip through its natural habitat of the Pacific Northwest.


Exterior view of the Jeep Grand Cherokee L

Made in Detroit: 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L First Drive

Under the hood, and behind the curtain: peek inside the Jeep factory for the unveiling of the Jeep Grand Cherokee L.


Exterior view of the 2021 Genesis GV80 3.5T AWD Advanced+

2021 Genesis GV80 3.5T AWD Advanced+ Review

Genesis continues to gain footing with its first luxury SUV: the 2021 Genesis GV80 3.5T Advanced +.


Exterior view of the 2021 Hyundai Veloster N

2021 Hyundai Veloster N Review

Hyundai gives the N treatment and the upgrades that come with that moniker to the 2021 Hyundai Veloster N.


Exterior view of the 2021 INFINITI Q60 Luxe AWD

2021 INFINITI Q60 Luxe AWD Review

The INFINITI Q60 has subtle but subtantitve upgrades for its 2021 model year.


Exterior view of the 2021 Ford F-150 King Ranch Hybrid

2021 Ford F-150 King Ranch Hybrid Review

Ford's big year continues with the completely overhauled F-150.


Exterior view of the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Sport

2021 Subaru Crosstrek Sport Review

Does the Sport trim level add any performance upgrades to the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek?


Exterior view of the 2021 INFINITI QX50 Sensory AWD

2021 INFINITI QX50 Sensory AWD Review

INFINITI continues to hold its own in the luxury market, and the 2021 INFINITI QX50 Sensory AWD is just its latest win.


Exterior view of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 4MATIC

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 4MATIC Review

Can the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 4MATIC stand up to other luxury SUVs?


Exterior view of the 2021 Toyota Venza Limited

2021 Toyota Venza Limited Review

A jump in generations, the 2021 Toyota Venza is the second generation of this practical crossover.


Exterior view of the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Limited Hybrid

2021 Toyota RAV4 Limited Hybrid Review

From drive modes to the eco-friendly engine, the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Limited Hybrid leaves an impression.


Exterior view of the 2021 Lexus RX 350

2021 Lexus RX 350 Review

The Lexus RX 350 provides new details to this icon in the luxury crossover segement.


Exterior view of the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning

First Look: 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning

It's official: the Ford F-150 has gone fully electric.


Exterior view of a popular convertible car

Editor's Picks: Best Convertibles for 2021

Our editors round up the best of the 2021 convertibles.


Exterior view of the 2021 Nissan Maxima 40th Anniversary Edition Review

2021 Nissan Maxima 40th Anniversary Edition Review

From the Datsun days to now, the Maxima has a storied history celebrated in the 2021 Nissan Maxima 40th Anniversary Edition.


Exterior view of the 2021 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody

2021 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody Review

Go for a spin in the legendary Hellcat-powered 2021 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Redeye Widebody.


Exterior view of the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Limited AWD

2021 Chrysler Pacifica Limited AWD Review

The 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Limited AWD challenges the seemingly ubiquitous three-row crossover market.


Exterior view of the 2021 Hyundai Elantra Limited

2021 Hyundai Elantra Limited Review

The 2021 Hyundai Elantra Limited proves that the days of the boring compact car are over.

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