Audi MMI Touch Response infotainment review
Infotainment systems come in all shapes and sizes. Audi chose to take its newest software, MMI Touch Response, in a simpler direction by creating an intuitive interface that's smartphone-like to use. We tried the triple-screen set-up in nearly every car it comes standard in to get an idea of what it's like to use.
2018 Ford Mustang GT Performance Pack 2 review
Armed with stickier tires, more aggressive suspension tuning, and a revised aero package, Performance Pack 2 is the Mustang GT’s most track-focused package to date, and it puts Chevrolet’s Camaro SS 1LE square in its sights.
2018 Toyota C-HR review
We bond with Toyota’s latest crossover arrival, the subcompact, front-wheel-drive-only C-HR. It arrives as an entry-level model to battle the Honda HR-V, Mazda CX-3, Kia Niro, Chevrolet Trax, Hyundai Kona, Nissan Kicks, Jeep Renegade, and the Ford EcoSport
2018 Mini Countryman S E ALL4 review
The 2018 MINI Countryman S E ALL4 is the latest to receive a plug-in hybrid electric powertrain. It performs well, but its high price premium and short driving distances in both gas hybrid and electric mode make it only best for intercity transport.
2019 BMW X4 M40i first drive review
We hoon and bond with the 2019 BMW X4 in its top-specification M40i at and around BMW’s Performance Center in South Carolina to learn that the X4 still can boogey. But the ride is better and it overall does well to succeed upon its previous successes with more style and better performance all around.
Getting lost (and found) with a Land Rover phone built for the woods
No-one wants to get lost in the wilderness, but with a regular smartphone by your side for navigation and safety, you’re leaving things to chance. Not so with the Land Rover Explore, a highly capable outdoor phone with better GPS, a big battery, and the right software. Did we get lost when we tried it out?
2018 Audi R8 V10 Coupe RWS S tronic first drive review
For the first time in the company’s history, Audi Sport goes rear-wheel drive with the limited production R8 V10 Coupe RWS S tronic. Designed for the sports car purist, the combination lowers the price and raises the fun.
2018 Mercedes-AMG E63 S 4Matic+ first drive review
Nuttier than the Project One hypercar and GT R track monster, the 2018 Mercedes-AMG E63 S 4Matic + Wagon is the fusion of practicality and brute force. Is a 603-hp station wagon a doomed concept or the most incredible family hauler ever conceived? We find out with some road and track testing in Bowling Green, Kentucky.
2018 BMW X3 M40i review
Some would argue that BMW is not the automaker it once was – that its hunt for luxury market share has clouded its original vision, to build the “ultimate driving machine.” To uncover the truth, we saddle up in BMW’s X3 M40i for a week of corner carving, cruising, and cargo hauling.
Riese & Muller Delite nuvinci Review
Riese & Muller’s Delite nuvinci looks to create a ripple-effect in the ebike industry by offering a dual-battery, accessory-filled bike perfect for entry level and seasoned riders alike. Though it offers a premium ride, are all the bells and whistles worth the premium price tag? We hopped on one for a month to find out.
2019 Honda Insight first drive review
The 2019 Honda Insight hides its hybrid nature behind conventional sedan styling. Honda’s latest hybrid offers impressive fuel economy, but without the quirkiness of some of its rivals. It’s pitched as a nice sedan that just happens to be a hybrid, but is that the right approach? Read our first drive review to find out.
2018 Kia Forte5 SX review
It’s not a true hot hatch, but the Forte5 SX comes awfully close to being one. And with loads of standard features at a reasonable price, you’ll be too busy enjoy your heated seats and Apple CarPlay to mind the missing power or sloppy shifts.
2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro review
Toyota’s range-topping Tacoma combines beefier hardware with smarter software for impressive off-road capability, but is it enough to keep up with Chevrolet’s Colorado ZR2 and Jeep’s new Wrangler Rubicon. In this 2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Review, we put the hardcore taco to the test.
2018 Porsche 718 GTS first drive review
Porsche’s historical GTS nameplate appears once again on its mid-engine Boxster and Cayman GTS models, promising enhanced performance at a high-value price. We strap into the dynamic duo on the twisting roads of Napa, California, to learn more about these two-door sports cars.
2018 BMW M5 review
Lighter, more powerful, and now packing all-wheel drive, the latest M5 is the fastest road-going sports sedan BMW has ever made. But is it the best? We get behind the wheel of BMW’s latest top-spec sports sedan.
2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo Sport Turismo review
The 2018 Porsche Panamera Turbo Sport Turismo is a vehicle of sheer excess – of sheet metal, horsepower, sophisticated technology, premium details, and characters in its name. Taking on the Mercedes-AMG E63 S Wagon and Jaguar XF Sportbrake, Porsche’s wagon must prove its excess is worth its excessive price.
2018 Nissan Kicks first drive review
The 2018 Nissan Kicks aims to compete with subcompact crossovers like the Honda HR-V and Hyundai Kona, but with better fuel economy and value. To do that, the Nissan sacrifices many traditional SUV qualities. Read our first drive review to see whether that strategy paid off for Nissan.
Giant ToughRoad GX E+ review
Giant’s ToughRoad GX E+ is a jack-of-all-trades fitness bike that can go nearly anywhere you want. Be it gravel trails, paved roads, or cobblestone streets, it lives up to its tough name and offers a smooth and enjoyable pedal-assisted ride no matter the terrain.
2019 Lexus ES Lineup first drive review
We get first-driving impressions behind the wheel of the all-new seventh generation 2019 Lexus ES in all forms in Nashville to see if the new model’s changes go more than skin deep. They do, making this the best driving, most dynamic, and most stylish Lexus ES ever.
Owl Car Cam review
With a growing list of smart products to safeguard our homes, it’s high time someone gave us a better way to watch our vehicles. The new Owl Car Cam is looking to do just that. This new device combines a typical vehicle dash camera with an LTE data connection to let you watch your car while away.
2019 Acura RDX first drive review
The 2019 Acura RDX aims high with sporty driving dynamics and lots of new tech. But is the third generation of Acura’s compact luxury SUV ready to take on the German establishment? Read our first drive review of the 2019 RDX and see how it compares to Audi, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz rivals.
Raven Connected Car System review
The Raven Connected Car system is packed with cameras, sensors, navigation, diagnostics, and data to keep watch of your car and its passengers at all times. In a market of smart accessories for your car that promise a lot -- and often leave us disappointed -- this device delivers.
2018 Nissan Maxima first drive review
Nissan’s Maxima wants to be the sportiest full-size sedan in the land. But can Nissan’s flagship recapture its past “4-Door Sports Car” glory, and measure up to competitors like the recently redesigned Toyota Avalon? Read our 2018 Nissan Maxima first drive review to find out.
2019 Subaru Ascent first drive review
The 2019 Subaru Ascent is the Japanese automaker’s largest-ever production model. It was built to keep Subaru owners with large families in the fold, but should put competitors on notice as well.
2019 Chevrolet Silverado first drive review
The upcoming 2019 Chevrolet Silverado features an all-new 2.7-liter turbocharged and direct-injected engine good for 310 horsepower and 348 pound-feet of torque. Mated to Chevy’s 8-speed automatic, this is a powerful new package for Chevy’s bread-and-butter truck. Will it compete with Ford and Ram?
2019 Audi A6 first drive review
This is the 2019 Audi A6, as you've likely guessed given the familiar design. Almost everything under the sheet metal is new. It receives several tech features from the bigger A8, including one of the best infotainment systems in the business, and the cocoon-like interior Audi is known for.
2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid first drive review
The gasoline-electric variant of the third-generation Cayenne gets a V6-electric plug-in hybrid powertrain that aims to deliver Prius-like emissions while remaining the sports car of the SUV segment. We put it through it spaces in southern France in our 2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid first drive review.
2018 Nissan 370Z first drive review
The 2018 Nissan 370Z is essentially the same sports car that first appear roughly a decade ago. That means buyers get an excellent driving experience, but without the array of tech and convenience items many have come to expect in new cars. Can the 370Z’s character make up for that?
2018 Porsche 911 GT3 review
Porsche’s 911 GT3 returns for 2018 with a beefier flat-six engine, a choice of unspoiled or spoilered rear end, and a manual gearbox. With fresh challengers like the Mercedes-AMG GT R and McLaren 570S, is the 911 GT3 still the ultimate daily drivable track weapon?
2018 Cadillac ATS Sedan Review
Cadillac jettisoned the ATS, its smallest sedan, into a cut-throat segment historically dominated by the Germans. In our 2018 Cadillac ATS review, we take one on a road trip to find out if it stands a fighting chance. We look at in-car tech, including Cadillac's newest infotainment system, and performance.
2018 Volkswagen T6 Transporter California first drive review
For our 2018 Volkswagen T6 Transporter California First Drive Review, we glamp out in SoCal for three days in a camper van not even sold in this country, to celebrate its 30th anniversary of the California trim. It is literally what camper van dreams are made of.
2018 McLaren 720S review
The 2018 McLaren 720S is the latest Super Series offering from the British supercar manufacturer, boasting more power and neck-snapping performance figures than many of its rivals. In this review, we see whether the 720S has the daily driving comfort and style to match its incredible specifications.
2018 Volvo XC40 review
Boasting fresh styling, clever convenience features, and superb value for money, the Volvo XC40 enters a highly competitive luxury compact SUV segment. Is the brand known for safety out of its element, or well equipped to conquer a new market?