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We’ve been testing and reviewing SUVs and crossovers for over a decade – and still going strong. An independent, unbiased take by our experienced road test editors, from subcompact to full-size, budget-friendly to luxury. Search by year:

Is the GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate a Credible Luxury Vehicle?

Luxury Full-Size SUV Graham Heeps -
Upscale truck-based SUV reaches for the stars. We tested the Yukon Denali Ultimate 4WD for a week to see if it truly sheds its work-truck roots.

2024 Ford Bronco Raptor Review: Off-Road Beast, Daily Driver?

Ford Bronco Graham Heeps -
With 418 horsepower under the hood, the 2024 Bronco Raptor is built for the wild—but is it practical enough for everyday use?

Is a Lexus TX Worth More Than a High-Spec Toyota Grand Highlander?

Luxury Mid-Size SUV & Crossover Graham Heeps -
New premium three-row SUV goes toe-to-toe with Platinum Max-badged Toyota cousin.

First Drive: 2025 Volvo EX90 Tackles the Roads with Quiet Confidence

EV and Hybrid Reviews Ted Kritsonis -
Newport Beach, CA – Volvo won’t be retiring the XC90 plug-in hybrid, but its new EX90 all-electric SUV will be the brand’s luxury option...

Here’s How the Kia EV9 AWD Handles Family Road Trips

Electric & Hybrid Graham Heeps -
Kia's large electric SUV has premium features and impressive energy efficiency, but we also observed many problems inside and on the road.

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

Electric & Hybrid Daniel Rufiange -
[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: 2025 Infiniti QX80 Improvements Can’t Hide Its Aging Roots

Luxury Full-Size SUV Kunal D’souza -
A host of improvements, better design, and more power make this the best QX80 yet. But is it being outclassed by its rivals?

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

Mustang Mach-E Daniel Rufiange -
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 Daniel Rufiange -
The sixth-generation Forester blends classic design with subtle enhancements, but don't expect any groundbreaking changes.

First Drive: 2024 Chevy Traverse Struggles to Shine Amidst Fierce Competition

Full-Size SUV 8 Seaters Kunal D’souza -
The 2024 Chevrolet Traverse looks more like a truck and is still a great family transport. But struggles to shine amidst fierce competition.
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