EV and Hybrid Reviews

A Quick Spin in Chevrolet’s New Bolt Reveals Meaningful Updates

Ten years ago, the Bolt beat most mainstream brands to market with a genuinely affordable long-range EV. Now it’s back, with meaningful upgrades to take on a far more competitive field.
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Small in size, big on versatility. Explore the latest subcompact SUVs with real-world reviews, model updates, and buying insights that matter.

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2013 BMW X1 xDrive35i Review: The Underrated CUV Rocket

Luxury Subcompact SUV Crossover Amee Reehal -
BMW's entry-level offering in the crossover lineup, we review the 2013 BMW X1 xDrive35i and conclude it's one underrated compact CUV.

BMW X1 Vs BMW X3: Breaking Down the Pros & Cons

Compact Crossovers Russell Purcell -
Perfect transportation for the urban jungle, we compare the BMW X1 xDrive 35i vs the X3 xDrive28i - two of the German automaker's popular compact SUVs

First Drive: 2013 Chevrolet Trax Review

Subcompact Crossover Travis Persaud -
Thinking about buying a used 2013 Chevy Trax? Is it reliable today? While it offers great handling & fuel economy, the interior needs work. Our full review.

First Drive: 2013 Range Rover Evoque Review – Style-Monger, Mountain-Climber

Luxury Subcompact SUV Crossover Mark Hacking -
The experience behind the wheel of the 2013 Range Rover Evoque is certainly not as racy as its looks suggest but more exciting than most CUVs.

2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek First Drive Review: Stylish and Rugged

Subaru Crosstrek Amee Reehal -
Finally, Subaru puts out a compact CUV: the 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek—a full review including known problems, the Crosstrek Premium/Touring, and more.

2012 Range Rover Evoque Review

Luxury Subcompact SUV Crossover Russell Purcell -
The 2012 Range Rover Evoque is an all-new model for the stalwart brand based loosely on the mid-sized LR2 platform.
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