First Drive Reviews

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

EV and Hybrid Reviews Amee Reehal -
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.

2026 Toyota RAV4 Woodland Vs Subaru Forester Wilderness

Compact Crossovers Amee Reehal -
The right choice depends less on the badge and more on where your weekends actually take you.

The Base 2026 Toyota RAV4 Proves You Don’t Need a Higher Trim

Compact Crossovers Amee Reehal -
While the 2026 RAV4 LE skips some of the spicier extras, it remains a no-frills entry point that checks the boxes that matter most.

2027 BMW iX3 First Drive Review

BMW EV & Hybrid Kunal D’souza -
Electric cars might be seeing a dip in popularity, but that’s not stopping BMW from releasing a new product onslaught.

First Drive: 2026 Subaru Outback Stays Competitive as Rivals Close In

Subaru Outback Vincent Aubé -
As the segment shifts around it, the question isn’t whether the Outback can still hold its ground. It’s how much longer it can defend itself.

2026 Porsche 911 Turbo S T-Hybrid First Drive Review

Porsche 911 Jeff Wilson -
Porsche’s latest Turbo S shouldn’t work on paper. But it’s arguably one of the most thrilling 911s ever built.

Toyota Built a 2026 RAV4 for Weekends, Not Just Commutes

Compact Crossovers Graham Heeps -
Recreation-ready Woodland grade adds style and substance to the 2026 RAV4 Hybrid.

First Drive: 2026 Honda Prelude Proves Driving Feel Beats Specs

Coupes William Clavey -
No manual? No problem. How the 2026 Honda Prelude redefines the enthusiast car.

First Drive: 2026 Polestar 4 Makes Cabin Innovation Its Superpower

Electric & Hybrid Doug Firby -
With Google’s new lane guidance, a screen-centric layout, and clever packaging, the 2026 Polestar 4 delivers one of the smartest EV cabins on the road.

First Drive: 2025 Toyota 4Runner Trailhunter Review

Toyota 4Runner Jeff Wilson -
Trail-ready and fully loaded—without the aftermarket fuss.
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