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The Lexus NX is a small sport utility vehicle, a model that slots between the tiny UX and the popular RX. Following an extensive overhaul in 2022, the NX returns unchanged for 2023. Like the RX, the NX comes in…

Jeep enthusiasts have a reason to celebrate as the iconic brand unveils the 2024 Jeep Wrangler, a significant evolution of its legendary predecessor. True to the legacy of Jeep’s unmatched off-road prowess, the latest Wrangler incarnation sports an array of…

The Mazda CX-90 raises the luxury quotient for this automaker. Mazda has taken a bold step toward the future with its all-new 2024 CX-90. This groundbreaking vehicle paves the way for Mazda’s foray into the realm of electrification. Positioned as…

The new Mercedes-AMG SL 43, a pioneering entry model for the AMG SL roadster series, is set to arrive stateside by summer 2023 with a starting price of $109,900. This innovative 2+2-seater roadster is powered by an AMG-enhanced 2.0-liter turbocharged…

The Ford Ranger Raptor is a high-performance variant of the Ford Ranger, which is a mid-size pickup truck. The Ranger Raptor is designed and engineered by Ford’s performance division, Ford Performance, to provide exceptional off-road capabilities and rugged performance. This…

The Ford Explorer remains one of the most popular midsize sport utility vehicles on the market. Introduced in 1991, the Explorer has undergone numerous changes. The most recent design, introduced in 2020, returned the Explorer to its standard rear-wheel-drive roots….

It doesn’t take an expert to understand that the sedan market is in a freefall. Consumers continue to purchase utility vehicles in record numbers, thus sedan models are disappearing. Nissan, though, remains bullish on it four-door cars, offering not one,…

The Ford Escape is a compact crossover utility vehicle, introduced in 2001 and updated several times since. It is one of the most popular models in its segment and can be had in gasoline, hybrid, or plug-in hybrid configurations. The…

Twenty-five years after the last Ford Bronco was offered, an all-new model debuted in 2021. The latest Bronco pays tribute to the original in style but is a thoroughly modern sport utility vehicle with a powerful stance and off-road prowess….

Cadillac is GM’s luxury brand and is as such positioned to compete against the top luxury marques in the world. These include Audi, BMW, Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, and a more recent addition, Genesis. Like its competitors, Cadillac offers a wide range…

The Ford F-Series remains the best-selling model among full-size pickup trucks. That’s no surprise given that GM splits its trucks between two brands – Chevrolet and GMC. Nevertheless, the F-150 maintains its top position thanks to a dazzling number of…

Revised: September 22, 2023 The Ford Escape is a compact crossover utility vehicle, one of this brand’s most popular models. Introduced in 2001, the Escape has seen numerous changes, including the introduction of conventional and plug-in hybrid variants. Some analysts…

The compact Nissan Rogue utility vehicle enters its third year for this third-generation model for 2023. It is one of the most popular models in the segment and Nissan’s top-selling passenger vehicle. New this year is a Midnight Edition package,…

Take one Corolla hatchback and give it the GAZOO Racing treatment and you’ll find the most powerful compact built by Toyota yet. That’s exactly what Toyota did when they created the 2023 GR Corolla, a potent compact model based on…

Revised: October 16, 2023 The Kia Optima is a midsize, five-passenger, front-wheel drive sedan. Known as the Kia K5 in most markets, the Optima name lasted for four generations until it assumed the global K5 naming convention in 2021. Regardless…

The Mazda 6 is a midsize sedan, the largest car sold by this Japanese brand. The 6 follows a succession of Mazda midsize models and is also one of the few vehicles in its class also offered as a hatchback….

The midsize, two-row crossover utility vehicle market is Boom City for manufacturers, as customers continue to abandon sedans for them. Hyundai is no exception as sales of its midsize Sonata sedan plunge. The good news is that customers are migrating…

Audi’s smallest sedan is affordable and offers a pair of performance upgrades. The market may have shifted to utility vehicles, but several premium manufacturers remain engaged with sedans. Certainly, Audi has its share of “Q” utility vehicles, but the company…

Mazda has been making a name for itself these past few years. The company, though somewhat of a niche player, has become a premium operator among mainstream brands. That’s especially evident in its most recent new model, the CX-50, a…

Revised: October 16, 2023 Beginning in the 2000s, several manufacturers developed boxy-style vehicles to appeal to young buyers. Honda, Scion, and Nissan were well represented, with the Kia Soul entering the fray in 2010. Today, every model except the Soul…