Category: New Models
Never Faster: 2025 Corvette ZR1
There are sports cars and there are supercars. The Corvette ZR1 embodies both but leans heavily into the latter. This mid-engine beast comes with a twin-turbocharged flat-crank V8 engine, which produces an amazing 1064 horsepower, setting a record for an…
Volkswagen Taos, By the Numbers
The Volkswagen Taos is a small SUV, a five-passenger model powered by a turbocharged engine. Introduced in 2022, the 2025 model features an updated exterior and added horsepower. Navigating the subcompact range, the Taos supplies a natural entryway to the…
Mazda CX-30, By the Numbers
Small SUVs dominate the market, offering shoppers a natural gateway to new vehicle ownership. Every manufacturer is present in the subcompact segment, where the Mazda CX-30 competes. We spent a week with this diminutive model, a crossover SUV that combines…
Market Comparison: Toyota Highlander vs. Toyota Grand Highlander
If you are shopping for a three-row crossover utility vehicle, the market is saturated with models. Toyota makes things interesting by offering not one, but two such models. Notably, both share the same name, with the Highlander representing the standard…
Burly Truck: Toyota Tundra TRD Pro
We spent a week recently with the Toyota Tundra TRD Pro, a powerful variant of this Japanese manufacturer’s full-size pickup truck. Following initial and subsequent test drives as early as 2022, we can unequivocally state that the TRD Pro possesses…
Jeep Brings Back Controversial Cherokee Nameplate
Jeep is planning to reintroduce the Cherokee nameplate for the 2026 model year. This new iteration will be available exclusively as a hybrid, marking a significant shift in the brand’s approach. Positioned between the Compass and Grand Cherokee, the all-new…
Return of the Value-Packed Ram 1500 Express
After a quiet exit in recent years, the Ram Express nameplate is back. For 2026, Ram is reviving the Express trim as part of its updated 1500 lineup. This model serves as an entry-level offering for customers who still want…
About the 2026 Hyundai Palisade
An all-new Hyundai Palisade arrives later this year. Hyundai unveiled the all-new 2026 Palisade at the New York International Auto Show, showcasing a fully redesigned three-row SUV with more space, upgraded tech, and the introduction of a hybrid powertrain. With…
Rebooted Dodge Charger May See a V8
Dodge is active in the muscle car game—but this time, it’s electric. To the delight of nearly no one, parent Stellantis decided to introduce the current-generation model as an electric vehicle, a decision that has resulted in poor sales and…
Honda Prologue Improvements for 2025
One year after its debut, the Honda Prologue EV returns with some subtle upgrades. This handsome electric utility vehicle took the market by surprise in 2024, by delivering a strong impression for the brand’s first all-electric model. For 2025, the…
14 Highlights of the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro
Midsize pickup trucks serve as an excellent alternative to full-size models, providing comparable personality, performance, and utility while offering more manageable dimensions. For Toyota, the Tacoma has consistently outperformed the full-size Toyota Tundra in sales, highlighting its key role in…
The All-New 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid
For 2025, Mazda introduces the CX-50 Hybrid, marking the first time the rugged-yet-refined crossover gains a dedicated hybrid powertrain. While it is no secret that the CX-50 lineup has carved out a niche for itself with its handsome styling, composed…
On the Road With the 2025 Toyota Sienna
The term “minivan” was popularized in the 1980s when the Chrysler Corporation released a pair of models for Dodge and Plymouth. Those vehicles were instrumental in opening a fresh segment of people-mover models, designed mostly with families in mind. Fast…
Cadillac Introduces the 2026 Escalade IQL
Cadillac has introduced the 2026 Escalade IQL, an all-electric full-size luxury SUV that expands the Escalade lineup. It provides increased passenger and cargo space over the Escalade IQ, addressing the needs of customers seeking additional room. The IQL becomes Cadillac’s…
12 Facts About the Toyota bZ4X
Toyota has been a leader in hybrid technology for decades, but when it comes to fully electric vehicles, it has taken a more cautious approach. That changes with the Toyota bZ4X, the brand’s first mass-market battery-electric vehicle (BEV) that is…
PHEV Delight: Lexus RX 450h+
The Lexus RX is a mid-sized crossover known for its hybrid options, turbo engines, and advanced technologies. Launched in the late 1990s, it has made Lexus a leading luxury brand in the U.S. The 2023 redesign offers gas, hybrid, and…
Tesla Model Y: A Fresh Take on America’s Best-Selling EV
Tesla is preparing to launch a refreshed Model Y, known internally as Project Juniper, bringing noteworthy updates to its best-selling all-electric SUV. With fresh styling, an upgraded interior, and an emphasis on efficiency, this latest iteration aims to solidify Tesla’s…
Overview: 2026 Cadillac LYRIQ-V
The upcoming 2026 Cadillac LYRIQ-V is a groundbreaking electric vehicle that blends the V-Series’ legacy with modern technology. This model highlights Cadillac’s commitment to innovation, luxury, and outstanding performance, setting a new standard for electric vehicles. The LYRIQ-V offers a…
About the 2025 Lexus LX 700h
The Lexus LX, a flagship in the luxury SUV segment for three decades, is evolving once again. For 2025, Lexus introduces the first-ever hybrid variant, the LX 700h, blending its hallmark luxury with improved performance and efficiency. With five distinct…
Toyota Tacoma: Redefining Midsize Pickup Versatility
The Toyota Tacoma has long been a dominant player in the midsize pickup truck segment, and the all-new 2024 model raises the bar yet again. With its rugged capabilities, improved refinement, and cutting-edge technology, the Tacoma remains a compelling choice…