First Drive Reviews

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

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...

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...

First Drive: 2025 VW Jetta Balances Value with German Precision

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.

First Drive: 2025 Audi Q6 e-tron Review

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 Review

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 Silverado EV RST Review

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

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

Full-Size SUVs 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.

First Drive: Hybrid Toyota Tacoma Perfection Comes at a Price

Toyota Tacoma Daniel Rufiange -
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.
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