New Car Reviews

My time with a Toyota Camry rental car: Is basic boring? Not always.

What’s wrong with me? Why am I going to miss this car? It’s just a rental. A base-model sedan to boot. No frills–and certainly more than a few scuffs. But …

Just in time for summer: the BMW M440i Convertible

Miata’s too small, Porsche’s too much. You want a convertible. It’s summertime. Mustang? Maybe you want to go a little more upmarket. How about the latest BMW M440i Convertible? It …

David S. Wallens
A week driving the Jeep Wrangler Willys made me want another Subaru

My wife and I were bumping along one of the many dirt roads that cross the nearby Ocala Forest. Hey, this is kinda fun, we agreed. Just us and nature. …

David S. Wallens
The latest Ford Explorer: I can see why these make popular police cruisers

I think I surprised a dude on a sport bike with the Explorer. Let me explain. I was making a right turn out of our neighborhood. He was behind me …

David S. Wallens
Why get a crossover when the hatchback Honda Civic Hybrid exists?

Does Honda still build the world’s best daily driver? After a few days in this hybrid Civic hatch, I might just argue the answer is yes. Adequate power, competent (though not thrilling) handling, and …

Tom Suddard
When you think about premium nameplates, do you include Mazda? | CX-90 PHEV review

Is Mazda a premium brand? The creator of the Miata would like to think so, with its website emphasizing design, craftsmanship and technology.   The products, yes, have gotten more …

David S. Wallens
Acura RDX A-Spec with Advance Package: How sporty should an SUV be?

Yo!! ?? Yeah, yo! What year is it? Um, 2025. That’s dope! And, with that little exchange, I made someone’s day at the local Sunoco while driving the 2025 Acura …

David S. Wallens
Volvo XC60: A worthy contender in today’s mid-sized luxury SUV market?

BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Volkswagen. Don’t forget Volvo. The brand’s entry into the luxury mid-size SUV market, its XC60 B5, offers everything expected in the class. It’s roomy, quiet, comfortable and …

David S. Wallens
The improved Hyundai Elantra N is a performance sedan that (still) excels at regular car stuff

Despite having a traditional trunk, the Hyundai Elantra N continues to carry the hot hatch torch into modern times just fine. Like so many before it, the Elantra N is …

J.G. Pasterjak
If I had to buy an SUV, I think I’d get a Toyota 4Runner

The problem with me and SUVs: I’m too practical. I’m not swayed by marketing, TV commercials or influencers. I realize that most SUVs are just tall wagons–and usually inefficient tall …

David S. Wallens
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