Daniel Rufiange

Passionate about cars and history from a young age, Daniel scrutinizes what happens in the automotive industry and doesn't hesitate to give his opinion on manufacturers' good and bad moves. He sees cars as extensions of humans and is just as interested in the people who design them as those who buy them.
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Cadillac’s 2026 Vistiq Jumps into the EV Game with Mixed Reactions

GM EV & Hybrid
Cadillac’s newest SUV is an ambitious EV with XT6 roots. The question is, will it attract today’s buyers?

2025 VW ID.Buzz First Drive: It’s Retro Cool But Who’s Buying?

VW EV & Hybrid
The ID. Buzz has everything to get buyers’ attention, starting with its style. The big question is, who’s going to buy it?

First Drive: 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid Brings Efficiency But No AWD

Minivans
San Diego, CA—Kia is one of only four manufacturers that still offers a minivan. Cudos to the Korean, as too many players have abandoned this...

The 2025 Audi Q6 e-tron Bridges the Gap in Audi’s EV Lineup

Electric & Hybrid
[First Drive] It’s not a foregone conclusion, but Audi's new compact electric SUV has all the tools it needs to succeed.

First Drive: 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT Is All About Performance

Mustang Mach-E
A Rally version has been added to the Mach-E family, taking advantage of the GT version's basic features and enhanced performance levels. 

First Drive: 2025 Subaru Forester Balances Tradition and Modern Tweaks

Subaru Forester
The sixth-generation Forester blends classic design with subtle enhancements, but don't expect any groundbreaking changes.

First Drive: 2024 Chevy Silverado EV RST – Power Meets Poor Handling & Interior

Electric Trucks
Impressive range and power, but the 754-hp electric truck struggles with excessive weight, harsh ride, and disappointing interior quality.

First Drive: Hybrid Toyota Tacoma Perfection Comes at a Price

Toyota Tacoma
Sure, the new 2024 Tacoma hybrids with the i-Force Max are fuel efficient and have torque for days, but this perfection comes at a price.

First Drive: New Trails, New Challenges for the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser

Mid-Size SUV
A significant comeback for the nameplate, but it won't be easy, especially with a formidable rival like the new 2025 4Runner.

2024 Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid & Turbo E-Hybrid First Drive Review: Uncompromised Balance

Porsche Cayenne
The Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid gains an 'S' badge, and the 729 horsepower Turbo E-Hybrid remains a V8 track beast.
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