First Drive Reviews

It’s always nice to be first. Here are our first drive opportunities, testing the newest vehicles hitting the market.

Compact Crossovers Vincent Aubé -

With improved efficiency and high-tech features, the 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid is a smart pick, despite a few minor flaws.

Compact Sedans Vincent Aubé -

Kia's new Forte replacement offers design and premium features, but it lacks a hybrid option to truly stand out in the compact car segment.

VW EV & Hybrid Daniel Rufiange -

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

Minivans Daniel Rufiange -

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...

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...

Compact Sedans Kunal D’souza -

Refined design, more standard features, and the same fun-to-drive experience—all at great value. We take the new 2025 Jetta GLI for a drive.

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.

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?

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.

Subaru Forester Daniel Rufiange -

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

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