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2020 Toyota Corolla Review and Video
Does the new Corolla sedan break any new ground?
2019 Nissan Leaf Plus Review
The extra range is an added bonus to an already great EV.
2019 Volkswagen Jetta vs Nissan Kicks: Is a Sedan Better than a Crossover?
Can a sedan and crossover really compete? Buyers have been cross-shopping them for a reason.
2019 Hyundai Veloster N: I’m Not a Regular Dad, I’m a Cool Dad
A family car for dads who still want to be sort of cool.
2019 Hyundai Veloster Turbo vs Subaru BRZ: Can You Have Both Practicality and Fun?
A front-drive hatchback versus a rear-drive sports car? We’re not crazy.
2019 Toyota Prius and Prius AWD Review
The Prius is now available with AWD. Here’s how it works.
Saying Goodbye is Hard to Do, But the Beetle Final Edition Makes it a Little Easier
We went to Mexico to say goodbye to this automotive icon once again.
2018 Subaru BRZ tS Review
There’s really nothing new about the Subaru BRZ, it’s basically the same as when it debuted roughly six years ago. So why even bother reviewing the recently introduced tS model?
2019 MINI Cooper S Convertible Review
While the 2019 MINI Cooper S Convertible is as cute and playful as ever, it isn’t perfect.
2019 Volvo S60 Review: The Best-Driving Volvo Yet
This sedan surprised me, something I assumed Volvo couldn’t do anymore.
2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan Review
It looks good, the interior is functional and appealing, tech content is off the charts, and it handles well without sacrificing comfort.
2019 Kia Forte Review
The Kia Forte feels much more expensive than it actually is.
2018 Honda Civic Hatchback vs Volkswagen Golf Comparison
A head-to-head comparison of two very highly regarded hatchbacks.
2019 MINI Cooper Review
A reminder that affordable, small MINIs still exist and that they’re excellent.
2019 Honda Insight Review
Faster than a Prius, gets the same fuel economy and actually looks normal.
2018 Kia Soul: 5 Things It Nails and 5 Things It Needs to Improve
With 1 million units sold in the U.S., the Kia Soul has a lot going for it. But there’s definitely room for improvement.
2019 Hyundai Veloster Review
The old Veloster didn’t quite measure up to the look, but this one has plenty of potential.
Juvenile Delinquency: 2018 Ford Focus RS Drift Stick Review
Watch Craig at the skidpad get all Ken Block on the Focus RS.
2018 Ford EcoSport Review
Tiny CUV isn’t the best subcompact crossover in its class, but it’s comfortably average.
2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback Review
A slick new hatch with a sporty look.
2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Review
Mercedes delivers a compact that has tech, style, and luxury for the masses.
2018 Nissan Leaf Review
The 2018 Nissan Leaf gets more than just a modest bump in EV range.
2019 Volkswagen Jetta Review
Delivers on its promise of being a spacious, relaxed daily driver.




