Category: New Vehicle Reviews

Hyundai loves to tease us. If not by offering a well-equipped model for a competitive price, they sometimes load up a popular model, pushing it into a whole different sphere. Sometimes they do both. The midsize three-row Hyundai Palisade is…

Mazda, like every other automotive manufacturer, sells more utility vehicles than cars. As such, its car model offerings are down to just two –– the Miata roadster and the compact Mazda3 sedan and hatchback. The Mazda6 midsize sedan disappeared by…

The subcompact SUV market remains hot, serving as a natural gateway to the market for many new vehicle buyers. Today’s models, though, are anything but diminutive, as they typically offer room for five and do so in comfort. Among the…

Mazda never rushes. Instead, it waits. Then, it acts with intent. That patience matters in today’s hybrid-heavy market, where many vehicles feel engineered to satisfy federal regulations rather than advance drivability. The 2026 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid avoids that pitfall. It…

The 2026 Mazda CX-90 steps into the three-row SUV market with intention and style. It targets families who want more than the typical big-box utility vehicle. And it delivers a blend of luxury touches, sharp driving manners, and smart tech…

The Volkswagen Golf R is no ordinary hatchback—it delivers true performance wrapped in a practical, everyday subcompact package. Here are 14 standout features of the model that tops the Golf line. 1. Turbocharged Power—328 Horsepower The Golf R features a…

The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is a medium-sized crossover SUV. This model is an offshoot of the original three-row Atlas, supplying room for five along with generous cargo capacity. The segment is chockful of competitors, with numerous trims (or grades)…

It is difficult to find fault with Mazda’s stubborn commitment to the MX-5 Miata. In an automotive world that’s been largely overtaken by crossovers, electrification, and cushy tech-laden rides, the Miata stands as a rolling testament to what driving used…

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…

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…

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…

The 2025 Mazda CX-50 rolls into the new model year with the same confident swagger, but now with a few thoughtful enhancements that keep it feeling fresh. Entering its third year, the CX-50 remains one of two compact crossovers in…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Mazda’s CX-90 Turbo S Premium Plus sits proudly atop the brand’s lineup as its most refined and capable offering. A midsize, three-row SUV that blends dynamic performance with opulent touches, it challenges perceptions of what a “non-luxury” brand can achieve….

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…

The 2024 Lexus GX 550 introduces a completely redesigned model, replacing the outgoing GX 460. In doing so, the GX transitions from a V8 engine to a modern twin-turbo V6. Somewhat more compact than its predecessor, the GX 550 retains…